Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 15, 2023

Supply chains have become complex webs of global activity due to the emphasis logistics managers have placed on the first mile, crossing oceans in search of affordable labor and favorable taxes, tariffs and regulations. With increasing e-commerce activity, organizations have a newfound focus on last-mile delivery.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Jim Waters and Joe Lynch discuss the key to effective last mile delivery. Jim is the Vice President of Marketing at FRAYT , an on-demand, last mile delivery solution that enables businesses to meet their customers’ same-day expectations, comparable to Amazon’s level of service.

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Loginext

MARCH 8, 2024

From waiting for days to receive an online order to getting deliveries within minutes, technology has helped to deliver an undeniable online shopping experience. While having a delightful purchase experience is essential, do you know what makes the customers visit and shop again with you?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

How Smart Lockers Can Resolve Last Mile Challenges for Logistics Providers by Candice Yuan , General Manager of Logistics Technology Business, Cainiao Group Asia Pacific’s eCommerce revenue is expected to grow by 11.64 Management Software : This is the backend system tasked with locker and parcel management.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 17, 2023

Ron Richardson and Joe Lynch discuss last mile delivery grows up. Ron’s sales leadership experience spans more than 20 years, and he has worked for major companies such as Infor, Microsoft, and OpenText. OneRail is a last mile delivery logistics solution company that helps businesses remove friction in fulfillment.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 30, 2023

With a real-time connected network of 10 million drivers, OneRail finds the right vehicle for the right delivery so shippers gain low prices and greater capacity to rapidly scale their businesses. OneRail provides 100% visibility into the delivery flow, but it’s way more than a visibility platform.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2023

Hannah Kain and Joe Lynch discuss the outsourced supply chain, a topic Hannah is familiar with due to ALOM ‘s extensive experience managing supply chain functions for diverse industries. ALOM is proud to deliver its clients’ products and services impeccably, enrich the end-user experience, and uphold their brand reputations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Thus, it has become critical that executives dig into the multifaceted domain of TSO, which encompass pivotal aspects such as the implementation of global freight audit and payment (FAP) solutions, smart delivery performance management practices and other factors that can yield a significant effect.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 26, 2022

Big & bulky good s are not usually delivered to the purchaser’s front door since they frequently require installation or white glove delivery inside the home. These goods may also require two-person crews and specialized trucks to make the delivery. Why is delivery more complicated for big & bulky retailers?

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 21, 2022

This level of consumer activity has translated into record volumes of home deliveries. But, let’s face it: since the pandemic started, home delivery performance has not been great. On the other hand, consumers are regularly experiencing delivery failures and ready to punish poor performing retailers and delivery services companies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2022

This year, due to an increased number of e-commerce purchases, retailers and shippers will experience National Returns Week. The returns segment of the e-commerce industry is rapidly becoming a key part of the customer retail experience. Visibility in returns is just as important as it is in the delivery process.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 18, 2024

ToolsGroup is revolutionizing customer productivity and value delivery through GenAI, reshaping the user experience within the SO99+ suite. Decision Hub reimagines this process, innovating decision collaboration for the speed of today’s supply chain,” said Robert Kaufholz, Senior VP of Product Management at ToolsGroup. “We

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 12, 2023

With over 15 years of senior management experience, Corey is an accomplished Supply Chain and Operations Leader. Corey is also proficient in product development and management, successful contract negotiations, continuous improvements, emerging technologies, and cultivating key relationships and partnerships.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

These trends and technologies include the network effect, innovation in transportation management systems, time slot management applications, autonomous trucks, and the future of last mile deliveries, specifically looking at autonomous mobile robots and drones for home delivery. Time Slot Management.

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Stord

APRIL 24, 2024

From improved customer experience to greater inventory planning and forecasting, AI promises to make all of our lives easier and reduce those all-too-common supply chain headaches. Tony Scharff, WMS Super User Partner with AI-First Providers AI will be heavily utilized in Customer Service & Consumer Experience areas.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2023

He is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience and proven success in sales and operations management in the logistics industry, holding various levels of leadership with both non-asset based & asset based 3PL’s. About Ryder Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) is a leading logistics and transportation company.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 6, 2022

However, the inability for consumers to initially see, feel or experience products they purchase online can create gaps between product expectations and what arrives at the doorstep. Eighty-one percent of shoppers will switch to a competitor if they have a bad returns experience. Last-mile delivery isn’t a one-way street.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Matt Schultz and Joe Lynch discuss retail delivery trends. With a real-time connected network of drivers, OneRail finds the right vehicle for suitable delivery, so shippers gain low prices and greater capacity to rapidly scale their businesses. Key Takeaways: Retail Delivery Trends. About Matt Schultz. About OneRail.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

John is the President at RRD Supply Chain Solutions , a recognized provider of global life science supply chain services with decades of experience in developing and delivering value-add solutions to the life science sector. Packaging: cGMP-compliant production and management of complex supply chains.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Enveyo, a transportation management system (TMS) and logistics optimization software provider, announced the launch of its customer delivery experience management solution, Alerting.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 17, 2022

Jeff Flowers is the Chief Operating Officer of OneRail , a final mile delivery orchestration platform providing real-time visibility, actionable data, and data-driven optimization capabilities for its enterprise clients. In the podcast interview, Jeff explains the importance of effective inventory management to supply chains.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Bill has over 30 years of experience in retail logistics, ecommerce, technology, store operations, and consulting. Faster delivery: Enables same-day or next-day delivery for 98% of the mainland US. Full suite of services: Provides picking, packing, shipping, returns management, & more.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2024

The Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund, which launched in April 2022, is still intent on finding and investing in startups that can help the e-commerce giant deliver goods faster, while improving the experience of customers as well as the employees who work in its warehouses and logistics departments.

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

In both the physical and online retail space, customer experience is crucial for fostering good will and repeat business. Customer experience expert Sven Esser ( @SvenEsser ) explains, “The objective of enabling a positive customer experience is to increase customer loyalty and satisfaction, which can help generate sustainable growth.”[1]

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C3 Solutions

AUGUST 14, 2023

While historically, the last leg used to be shipments to retailers, the rapid growth of e-commerce and customers' ever-increasing expectations has meant the last-mile is now a crucial part of the delivery experience. Here's where yard management systems, particularly dock management aspects, can play an instrumental role.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Home delivery strategy, tactics and performance is one of the most hotly-debated areas of logistics. The pandemic has increased the importance of home delivery, but also decreased the quality of home delivery performance. We decided to survey over 5,000 consumers across Europe to gauge their sentiments around home delivery.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2023

It is crucial for organizations to understand the importance of Purchase Order collaboration to effectively manage their direct spend, optimize operations, and mitigate risks. It directly affects the bottom line, making it crucial to manage effectively. Make to Order: Here, products are manufactured based on specific customer orders.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

With over 15 years of dedicated expertise in the field of logistics, Andrew brings a wealth of experience to the intersection of technology and freight management. Carriers can easily connect with the solution via GPS-based electronic logging device (ELD), transportation management systems (TMS), or mobile app-based tracking methods.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2024

Walmart unleashes ‘largest drone delivery footprint of any U.S. Walmart unleashes ‘largest drone delivery footprint of any U.S. Wing and Zipline are drone delivery providers and will allow Walmart to cover 75 percent of the Dallas-Fort Worth population as stores in 30 towns and municipalities will now offer drone delivery service.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

We’ll look at their warehouses, their delivery tricks, and even how they use new technology to make things faster. Peek behind the curtain of Amazon’s speedy deliveries! We’ll explore their logistics empire, from warehouse robots to futuristic visions, and discover how they manage millions of packages daily.

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Locus

JULY 25, 2023

E-commerce is becoming a reality,” the management consulting company stated, “reinventing consumers’ path to purchase, forming new customer experiences , disrupting business models, and creating growth opportunities for large and small retailers as well as for a new generation of pure E-commerce players.” In 2019, Bain & Co.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 23, 2024

It’s easy to think about fulfillment as comprising the final steps in the supply chain, but the truth is that the conditions faced in warehouses and delivery vehicles are determined much earlier in the supply chain than in the last mile, so to speak. Just like remote work, faster fulfillment times are here to stay.

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Invata Intralogistics

APRIL 5, 2024

Here’s what e-commerce entrepreneurs and supply chain managers need to know. AI’s Impact on Inventory Management Accurate inventory management is crucial in reducing operational costs and improving customer experience. AI assists in optimizing delivery routes to minimize fuel consumption and delivery times.

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Stord

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Great Bay Home to leverage Stord’s nationwide, omnichannel fulfillment network; inventory and order management system (OMS); and transportation services to provide an exceptional customer delivery experience. With Stord, Great Bay Home can exceed customer delivery expectations with cost-effective, timely nationwide fulfillment.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 23, 2024

Here’s what retailers need to plan for: Inventory and Logistics: Demand fluctuations: While some businesses experience a slight bump in sales due to “extra spending money” or themed promotions, others might see a dip as consumers wait for Leap Day deals. This is especially important for perishable items.

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ThroughPut

MARCH 27, 2024

Every aspect of operations, be it managing the inventory, forecasting demand or fulfilling orders was dependent on human wisdom and intuition. Real-time visibility was lacking, be it in warehousing or transportation, due to which delivery delays were common. This has made deliveries faster.

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Loginext

AUGUST 25, 2021

If you're a brand into home delivery, giving a great customer experience to your end user is at the top of your mind. Post the pandemic, online deliveries have sky rocketed and the importance of integrating the best delivery management software into your transportation management software has skyrocketed.

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