First Things First, Do You have all The Tools To Set You Up for DC Or Warehouse Slotting? Your Warehouse Management System (WMS) must reflect these storage locations for proper location control in your warehouse or DC. All we’re doing here, in the kitchen example, is making sure those things we use the most frequently are the most easily accessible in the warehouse or DC. You should concentrate on this 20% and have them available for picking upfront in your warehouse or DC. MORE

The critical difference is that transportation is the last step in forward logistics and the first with reverse, which can cause problems. Mr. Bentz has more than four decades in supply chain consulting, transportation and logistics, and currently leads Transplace Consulting Services. MORE

TRANSPORTATION SCORECARD. of sales on transportation costs (Gartner, 2014), it is important to have a set of scorecards that closely monitors not just the annual freight spend but the overall health of the transportation network. In almost any sporting event, more points win. MORE

The company operates an extensive national distribution infrastructure, coupled with the most comprehensive parcel delivery and transportation network in the country, serviced by over 1200 team members. To better accommodate its customers in Western Canada, Toys“R”Us, Canada has partnered with SCI Logistics to open a new distribution centre in Delta, British Columbia. The 180,000 sq. MORE

The 30 th SCRC meeting kicked off today with a theme on “Transportation Strategy in an Infrastructure Constrained Environment”. This is a theme that was discussed a year ago at a conference in DC on Transportation Infrastructure, over coffee with William Lucas from Caterpillar. We talked about focusing on transportation as an issue that needs to be specifically addressed. MORE

Carrier Management Transportation Management supply chain insightsMitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America (MCFA) and LeanCor Supply Chain Group simultaneously act as buyer and supplier to each other—to the benefit of both. MORE

The survey respondents included hundreds of logistics, DC and IT professionals across the US and Europe. Transportation Supply Chain Productivity TechnologyA recent study by Honeywell and YouGov indicates the substantial impact e-commerce demands have on warehouse design and technology adoption. The survey predicts that adoption of mobile and voice-recognition solutions will increase in the next five years. MORE

DC Velocity and Descartes have conducted a transportation benchmark study for the last two years to help transportation professionals understand what is driving the market, and how the strategy and tactics of top performers differ from the rest of the pack. MORE

DC Velocity – dcvelocity.com. Modern Bulk Transporter – bulktransporter.com. Transport Topics – trucking.org. Refrigerated Transporter – refrigeratedtrans.com. Below is a list of useful logistics websites. There is also a list of great logistics blogs and supply chain websites. Logistics Websites. Air Cargo World - aircargoworld.com. Air Cargo – How it Works - air-cargo-how-it-works.blogspot.com/. MORE

But growth can severely strain an outmoded distribution center (DC), hampering productivity and fulfillment capabilities. In this two part blog series, I’ll offer some thoughts on the best way to optimize your existing and future DC to meet growing demands. It should be noted that a DC optimization […]. Blog Service Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Operations Transportation What's New DC Distribution Optimization Richard Koch SCOPs Supply Chain MORE

Why Use Augmented Reality in Your Warehouse or DC? 3PL Transportation Management Transportation Management Systems augmented reality Chipotle omni-channel parcel shipping Sears SOLAS The Boston Globe TMS top episodes top posts transportation workforce planningIt’s hard to believe that we’re more than a quarter of the way through 2016 already — and that it’s snowing here in Boston today, the first Monday in April. MORE

From logistics service providers to news publications to industry bloggers, these experts will keep you updated with the latest news and insights from the world of logistics and transportation. Cerasis, a 3PL servicing North America, is no stranger to the transportation and shipping industry. MORE

Podcast Summary: In this podcast, Joe interviews Troy Goode, Co-Founder and CTO of Lanetix, about increasing transportation and logistics sales for companies using customer relationship management (CRM). Lanetix catering only to the transportation and logistics industry. MORE

I spent the day in Washington DC listening to a variety of really intelligent people talk about transportation planning models. As a result of the sudden explosion in the need for this sand, which has a very specific quality characteristic that is required, the entire transportation landscape is changing, wiht increased pressure on railroads and highways never seen before. Analytics Logistics Supply Chain Management Supply Chain Strategy Transportation Planning MORE

A month earlier, in a post titled “ What is the Future of Truckload Transportation? ,” I highlighted how leading carriers like JB Hunt and Swift Transportation were prioritizing intermodal, dedicated, and brokerage services over generic truckload services. Fast forward to today and the puzzle pieces of transportation are still changing. Hunt Transport Services Inc., Swift Transportation Co. Is it time to redesign your transportation network? MORE

What Transportation Professionals Should Know in the Event of a Government Shutdown | Transportfolio. So what should transportation professionals prepare for? The post What Transportation Professionals Should Know in the Event of a Government Shutdown appeared first on Transportfolio. MORE

Containers arrive at the port of Antwerp, and are transported by truck to a nearby inland terminal (BCTN) which is next door. In turn, these containers sit for about 5 days before being transported to the Nike distribution center next door and stocked inside the DC. MORE

When it comes to the challenges of providing omni-channel fulfillment, your first thought might be “click-and-collect” or item picking in the distribution center (DC). Transportation is an Afterthought. MORE

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At a recent CSCMP meeting, I attended a session of transportation providers called “Supply Chain Visibility and the Possible Legal Implications” – and the participants shared some insights into their serious concerns about the implications of visibility in the transport world. Jason Beardall, from England Logistics , Tamara Goorevitz , a lawyer who deals with lawsuits and litigation around transportation, shared insights into this issue. MORE

shippers need an efficient and effective Distribution Center (DC) to support this consumer spending peak that takes place typically at this time of the year. Benchmark DC Systems to Handle the Volume. MORE

When a company outgrows its distribution capacity, it expands by opening a new distribution center (DC). The best approach to choosing your new DC location is to evaluate your entire logistics strategy. Transportation Capacity Managed Transportation distribution MORE

shippers need an efficient and effective Distribution Center (DC) to support this consumer spending peak that takes place typically at this time of the year. Benchmark DC Systems to Handle the Volume. MORE

Think about it: If inventory is constantly in motion, then shouldn’t the transportation strategy be linked to this more dynamic allocation strategy ? Linking Transportation to Allocation. Transportation was not a big focus area for most retailers, but that is beginning to change. MORE

The fast-changing world of transportation is facing issues not thought of 15-20 years ago, when most TMS systems were designed. Read the full article, Keep Calm and Let the TMS Decide , at DC Velocity. MORE

Mirroring store-level ordering policies by writing algorithms that estimate store order policy logic at the DC so that CPG companies can optimize both replenishment and transportation. Yuko Honda/Flickr. MORE

E-commerce retailers choose specialized distribution centers near parcel carrier hubs and transportation infrastructure MORE

The Latest: What to Expect in Transportation Regulation. As a reminder to readers, the rulemaking process in D.C. Sanitary Transportation of Food. The current transportation bill funding will run out as early as August 2014, and it is likely that a short-term fix will be made. MORE

Managing transportation — the ebb and flow of rates, capacity, fuel and regulations — is an ongoing challenge for many companies, especially those still using spreadsheets and fax machines to plan and execute shipments. At some point, usually when costs are out of control or service levels are heading south, companies finally make the decision to invest in a transportation management system (TMS) or outsource all or part of their transportation operations to a third party. MORE

Transportation is a hot topic in Washington, DC right now, as debate continues on Hours of Service and how to fix the Highway Trust Fund. Robinson , will provide an update on what’s happening with transportation funding and several important regulations, and he’ll discuss why this matters for shippers and carriers and what they should do to today to stay ahead of the curve. Live Episode: Thursday, July 10 at 12:00 ET. MORE

As robots find their place in the DC, warehouse operators will face new challenges in coordinating and optimizing the work of humans and their robotic coworkers. Robots Are Not Killing DC Jobs. And I doubt that robots will have dire effects on DC employment in the next five years. MORE

Opportunity is There, Baird Says, for Numerous Amazon 3PL Services, While Company DC Count Up 21 in Last Yeaer to 173 MORE

Transportation as we know it is changing with unprecedented momentum. The Alternative Clean Transportation Expo has historically been hosted in Long Beach California or Washington, DC. This was obvious to over 3,000 participants in the largest clean fleet event in North America. MORE

If rail is a key part of your transportation plan, how can you be sure your TMS effectively supports rail’s unique requirements? Simply put, if rail is a key part of your transportation plan, make sure that the TMS solutions you evaluate can support rail’s unique requirements. MORE

Now, because of the costs involved in transporting freight, companies have a tendency to focus their attention and capital around the actual movement of goods. Two dock doors aren’t operating properly and, as a result, the inflow of goods into the DC is slower than usual. MORE

In either case, as manufacturers, retailers and 3PLs invest millions of dollars to provide a truly seamless, fully integrated buying experience, many continue to overlook the significant costs and complexities of the “final mile” between DC and the […]. MORE