The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Transportation 2.) Robert Cadena is the Co-Founder and CEO of Lean Staffing Solutions, which provides operational, marketing, sales, and technology services to the logistics and transportation industry. based transportation and logistics providers. The definitions are confusing because the space is so dynamic and ever-changing.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 24, 2017

Rather than looking at it with only two options, shippers need a third solution; they need to take advantage of an LTL transportation management system (TMS), focusing on how leveraging today’s systems, like the Cerasis Rater , can maintain profitability and drive expenses down. Vendor Management for Inbound Freight Management.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

We were discussing the results of the planning benchmarking work that we have just finished, and I was sharing some insights on inventory management when one of the panelists emphatically stated, “Inventory is a waste to manage. We feel so strongly about this that we do not have an inventory planning role.”

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Unleashed

MAY 7, 2023

With the right systems in place, manufacturing inventory management can help to reduce production and ensure all operational processes are carried out effectively and efficiently. In this guide, we cover the types of manufacturing inventory, the costs, and a few handy strategies for managing it effectively.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Transport company services article and permission to publish here provided by Saeed Darwish. Are you looking to hire a transport company? A transport company does far more than taking your shipment from point A to point B. For standard deliveries, that’s definitely the case. Email Address. GET our EBOOK HERE.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

In addition, retailers are struggling to move inventory initially ordered in the first quarter of 2022 to make way for back-to-school and holiday merchandise. The peak season definition is a continued evolution of the seasons in transportation. Bottlenecks from future COVID-19 variants are possible. According to the U.S.

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3rdwave

AUGUST 7, 2019

There are 4 fundamental areas where global transportation is challenged. Three of these challenges are variants on traditional transportation challenges and the last is relatively new but growing in importance. Transportation Cost Management. Delivery Performance (across the global supply chain). Visibility.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Transportation 2.) Robert Cadena is the Co-Founder and CEO of Lean Solutions Group , which provides operational, marketing, sales, and technology services to the logistics and transportation industry. based transportation and logistics providers. The definitions are confusing because the space is so dynamic and ever-changing.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

The right way” emphasizes that our fundamental relationship with the Earth demands that products be made and transported in ways not harmful to the Earth. The devil is definitely in the details. To eliminate unneeded transport or unnecessary miles is always something the logistics manager needs to do.

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Arkieva

AUGUST 8, 2016

A new study by the SupplyChainDigest analyzing the main components of working capital: Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO), and Days Payables Outstanding (DPO) revealed an uptick in DIO. Sustainable Freight Action Plan for California is estimated to Improve Freight Efficiency by 25% in 2030.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2015

Two major shifts are changing the face of global transportation management as we know it: Supply chains are becoming increasingly complex, relying on partners and data beyond the four walls of the enterprise; The very definition of global transportation management is broadening and expanding well beyond the traditional TMS scope.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Sustainability is definitely coming of age in Asia. IDC also forecasts that by 2023, 30 percent of Asian enterprises will ship freight using a SaaS-enabled platform, resulting in improved efficiencies in load matching and reduced shipping costs. Using AI and ML to analyse past performance will help organisations optimise inventory.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 29, 2020

Do You Have Hidden Freight Costs? Ocean freight article and permission to publish here provided by Katherine Barrios at xeneta.com. Freight forwarders and shippers/BCO s are on a constant quest to have a better understanding of their ocean freight costs and ultimately have larger margins. Email Address. Plan effectively.

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

I think it’s more that the idea of sourcing and how to buffer certain inventory will be definitely more localized. So also the demand for it and even the demand couldn’t be really supplied with inventory space. So this is definitely something from the supply side, what is the takeaway? There was a big peak.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Featuring Our Top 16 Articles on Freight and Logistics! Definition of Logistics. The first distinction to be made is that Logistics management is different from Freight management. Simply put, Logistics management is a much more all encompassing and overarching term with a vast scope which includes Freight management.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

In this blog, we will answer the question: what is Contract Logistics, and explore its definition, solutions, challenges, and opportunities, understanding why Contract Logistics is considered as the hub of logistics today and how it can help businesses thrive in an ever-evolving market.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

ARC’s definition of omni-channel fulfillment is end-delivery centric. There are five major technologies included in the study: warehouse management systems (WMS), transportation management systems (TMS), distributed order management (DOM), inventory optimization/store replenishment, and demand planning.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

The industry does not have a definition. Spiraling transportation costs, tariff shifts and increased expectations for customer service sparks new interest in supply chain planning. Outsourcing–procurement, manufacturing and transportation– decreased visibility and increased data latency. Inventory levels?

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Today, the bellies of the airplanes are full, and the cost of air freight is too high for many manufacturers. The briefings are full of terms like demand sensing, control tower concepts, digital transformation, and cognitive computing, but when I ask for definitions, the answers are not forthcoming. Constrained logistics.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2016

Among the services which they provide are transportation, warehousing, cross-docking, inventory management, packaging, and freight forwarding. Transportation Services. Vendor Managed Inventory. Logistics/Transportation Consulting. Transportation Management System (TMS). What are the 3PL Services?

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2016

Among the services which they provide are transportation, warehousing, cross-docking, inventory management, packaging, and freight forwarding. Transportation Services. Vendor Managed Inventory. Logistics/Transportation Consulting. Transportation Management System (TMS). What are the 3PL Services?

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2016

Among the services which they provide are transportation, warehousing, cross-docking, inventory management, packaging, and freight forwarding. Transportation Services. Vendor Managed Inventory. Logistics/Transportation Consulting. Transportation Management System (TMS). What are the 3PL Services?

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20Cube Logistics

MARCH 28, 2021

If you are from the supply chain logistics world, then you would have definitely come across the word ‘Manifest’ many times. Manifest is not a legal document but is created for record purpose for seller, transporter and ecommerce website. Freight manifest: Provides the details of the cargo along with the freight charges.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

According to the Council of Logistics Management, it is “the process of planning, implementing, and controlling the efficient, cost effective flow of raw materials, in-process inventory, finished goods and related information from the point of consumption to the point of origin for the purpose of recapturing value or proper disposal.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 8, 2021

There are tiers for rates, mode, and freight class, but there’s another layer of logistics. That’s the overview of white glove services evolution and it’s another piece of the transportation terminology puzzle. It’s important to know how white glove services and transportation management go together. Define liability.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 26, 2015

For the larger supply chain (the larger freight infrastructure of the North American market), I worry. While both Kraft and Heinz are under performing (Kraft has a low ROIC and Heinz is below the industry average in both operating margin and inventory turns) , there is M&A risk. Larger company performance is not always better.

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Freight Plus

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Aborn & Company, the freight management solution, announced today that Chris Peckham has been named as Vice President of Operations for the company. With over 20 years of management experience in the logistics world, Chris is well suited to meet the demands of transportation. Norwell, MA – September 2020. About Aborn & Co.

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Freight Plus

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Aborn & Company, the freight management solution, announced today that Chris Peckham has been named as Vice President of Operations for the company. With over 20 years of management experience in the logistics world, Chris is well suited to meet the demands of transportation. Norwell, MA – September 2020. About Aborn & Co.

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Locus

JUNE 2, 2023

Inbound logistics activities typically include transportation, warehousing, inventory control, material handling, quality control inspections, and scheduling. Outbound logistics activities include order processing, packaging, storage, transportation, distribution channel management, and customer support.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 10, 2017

So, let’s take a stroll through the broad and specific definitions of an OMS. This means order processing, call center management, customer service, inventory and warehouse management, marketing and accounting processes are combined into one resource. Monitor real-time order status, inventory and demand on your company.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 18, 2017

Harnessing cloud-based software to automate freight pricing. It was clear from the speakers that by and large, air freight technology and signs of innovation already here. The E-commerce Influence On Air Freight. And that thinking has been missing not only in air cargo but the whole of transport logistics.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JANUARY 20, 2015

What’s probably the number one reason shippers avoid transporting their cargo by air? Air freight is often more expensive than any other mode of transportation. When considering the cost of a modal shift to air cargo, keep in mind that the freight cost is only one component of the equation. You guessed it: Cost.

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Unleashed

JUNE 27, 2023

One wrong decision and freight costs can skyrocket, greatly impacting your profit margins. If you’re sending goods internationally, third-party freight forwarding services offer a frictionless solution. Here we explore what freight forwarders do, the benefits and risks of working with one, and how the freight forwarding process works.

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Unleashed

MARCH 31, 2021

You’ll see that the KPIs in both supply chain management and logistics are very similar, in that they often track the movement or storage of inventory. Inventory days of supply. Freight bill accuracy. A metric that does what it says on the tin – measures the accuracy of freight bills. Transportation costs.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

There are several definitions of 3PL. These types of services include distribution and transportation management, public warehousing, contract warehousing and freight consolidation. Therefore, if your inbound freight delivery specifications are taken care of, 3PL has done its job! These include: . Order Fulfilment.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 11, 2022

In a previously published Part One look back commentary , we noted how outlooks for the global economy and for business uncertainties have significantly changed at the mid-year mark as the global economy shows definitive signs of uncertainty and lowered momentum. Mid-Year Global Transportation Assessment.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 17, 2013

American Shipper recently released its annual benchmark report entitled “ Global Transportation Management Benchmark Study: Climbing the Visibility Sophistication Ladder.” When looking at other aspects of transportation process such as consolidation and routing opportunities, the measurement is quite simple.

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