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Key Transportation Terms and Definitions in Logistics

West Coast and California Logistics

Whether you’re a shipper booking freight or a new logistician starting out in the industry, you’ll find that there are many terms you need to understand in order to speak the same language as your transportation provider. The following is a list of logistics terms and definitions that are common within the transportation industry.

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This Week in Logistics News (September 2 – 8)

Logistics Viewpoints

Earlier this morning I was thinking about something different, yet interesting to discuss in the intro paragraph of this week in logistics news. And now on to this week’s logistics news. Then it occurred to me, why not talk about what I want to discuss? So I will. I will use this paragraph as an inquiry for my own selfish interests.

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Editor’s Choice: What Are White Glove Services in Transportation Management?

Logistics Viewpoints

Today’s article is from GlobalTranz and explores white glove services in transportation management. In logistics, not all shipments are equal. There are tiers for rates, mode, and freight class, but there’s another layer of logistics. It’s important to know how white glove services and transportation management go together.

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Supply Chain Resilience. Really?

Supply Chain Shaman

Expand the “FLOW” program for logistics information sharing to forecast transportation flow. We are not clear on definition. So, if you use the Supply Chain Insights definition, you might ask, how are we doing commercially against this goal? Align on definitions. But few define it with use. The reason?

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Lead Time Definition – How to Calculate & Reduce it?

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To make things simpler, having a clear lead time definition helps in making sure orders are fulfilled on time and customers are satisfied. With this in mind, we will explore in this blog the definition of Lead Time, its impact, and how mastering it can be your competitive advantage.

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3PL Basics: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics with Roberto Cadena

The Logistics of Logistics

3PL Basics: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics with Roberto Cadena. Robert Cadena and Joe Lynch provide an introduction to 3rd party logistics. 3rd party logistics services include 5 major categories: 1.) Transportation 2.) Logistics 4.) based transportation and logistics providers. Warehousing 3.)

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Home Depot Grows Revenues by Investing in Time Definite Deliveries

Logistics Viewpoints

Most companies invest in transportation management solutions to cut costs. The post Home Depot Grows Revenues by Investing in Time Definite Deliveries appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Home Depot has proven that investing in this can improve service and grow revenues.