Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Billions of venture capital dollars of investment are being poured into companies that can integrate real-time visibility data with transportation to provide a more informed ETA for shippers and carriers. The rise of visibility solutions at the container level is helping to drive the transportation execution market to new heights.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

It covers macro trends in the LTL, Truckload and Managed Transportation Service sectors and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, many shippers are revising their strategy from just-in-time inventory to just-in-case based on the hard lessons of the past two years. Three Factors Shaping the LTL Industry.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2017

Therefore, more companies have partnered with third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) to achieve greater supply chain savings and presence in such markets through enhanced transportation management systems ( TMSs ). To maintain your role in the global market, you need to understand how 3PLs contribute to an improve transportation networks.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2023

Freight rates have plummeted, brokerages are struggling, and the industry is still bloated with excess inventory. Supply chain solutions solve problems not just in transit but throughout the planning and order life cycle — from order processing, to transport planning, to fulfillment, yard, tracking, and post-delivery.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 20, 2020

RPA can automate the uploading of reporting and contract data for transactions from contracts into Transportation Management Systems (TMS) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems with greater speed and accuracy. Inventory Management. Regardless of how efficient and effective, all supply chains carry inventory. Procurement.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 14, 2023

First, even if fines are not applied, goods moving across borders with incorrect documentation can be held up at the border. Companies who have experienced these delays often add inventory across their network to buffer the risk. Secondly, one core supply chain application is a transportation management system.

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3rdwave

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Managing a global supply chain network requires the ability to manage and control both global transportation execution and the associated freight spend. While global freight cost varies significantly by industry and transportation mode, it is a major cost component of internationally sourced products.

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ShipBob

MARCH 28, 2024

This method is key for businesses looking to manage inventory flexibly and save on upfront costs. Compliance with bonded facilities: Goods must be stored or transported only through facilities authorized by customs. This process can lead to savings on shipping and handling costs and streamline the logistics process.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

Top Five Transportation Trends ; Chris Cunnane. From a transportation standpoint, this has included major technological advancements. In my presentation, I highlighted five key transportation trends that are changing supply chains from a technology standpoint. Inventory Management in a High Inflation Environment ; Clint Reiser.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

In this article, leading experts from various sectors in transportation industry will discuss transportation trends you should take a closer look. Lastly, air freight has been increasing rapidly over the past decade - a trend I suspect will continue. Remarkably, rail can also be cheaper with savings up to 60% over road freight.

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PINC

OCTOBER 8, 2020

This transaction marks the second add-on acquisition for PINC in less than thirty days – PINC acquired a transportation management software (TMS) carveout from Wabtec Corporation on September 15, 2020. Customers will be able to turn to PINC to see, automate, and execute more components of their supply chain. About RailcarRx: .

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ShipBob

JULY 28, 2023

But, the fact of the matter is, if you’re transporting products overseas then you need to know how to properly fill out a shipping manifest. A shipping manifest is a detailed, legally required document that accompanies goods transported by ship (although one may also be required for other modes of transportation such as air, ground, etc).

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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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3GTMS

AUGUST 15, 2022

One way to do this is by leveraging 3PL freight software. It’s likely that if you need to move freight, you’re going to need a 3PL. Third-party logistics providers consolidate inventory, organize shipping documents, and manage the transportation of freight […].

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SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

It involves outsourcing logistics activities, such as warehousing, transportation, distribution, inventory management, and order fulfillment, to a dedicated logistics service provider. Carriers: Carriers are the transportation companies responsible for physically moving the goods from one location to another.

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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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Stord

AUGUST 5, 2020

August 6, 2020 Stord is thrilled to announce our partnership with the Environmental Protection Agency as a SmartWay Logistics Company , just a few months since expanding our freight capabilities. Freight transportation is the culprit that makes up a vast majority of air pollutants and emissions in the US.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 18, 2015

Companies that integrate reverse logistics systems into their logistics systems distinguish themselves from competitors in: effective management of inventory availability and cost. In the interest of both, businesses are increasingly tying reverse logistical operations to transportation management as a natural fit. Recapturing Value.

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20Cube Logistics

MARCH 28, 2021

It is a key shipping document for international trade that provides a list of items that are shipped from supplier to the final customer. Document number. Manifest is not a legal document but is created for record purpose for seller, transporter and ecommerce website. Measurement. Origin and destination.

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NC State SCRC

DECEMBER 4, 2017

He shares some interesting information about freight forwarding, that anyone in logistics should be aware of. Freight forwarding is one of the most widely used methods of international transport for both business and personal use. What is a freight forwarder? Freight forwarders provide a range of services.

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Shipsy

MAY 16, 2021

And to do so, it is imperative (especially if you are not using 3PL services) that you should know about every term associated with the logistics and transportation management. Bill of lading or BOL is a document, given by the carrier, which includes basic info about the shipment. TMS- Transportation management system.

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Precoro

MAY 19, 2023

In this article, we are covering key metrics, divided into the following categories based on the supply chain step they refer to: Inventory Logistics Customer order fulfillment Quality Inventory Metrics A company’s inventory encompasses raw materials used for production, as well as the produced goods available for sale.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 7, 2017

Most transportation costs in a company arise from inbound logistics cost. If other words, the costs associated with transportation of items from vendors make up the biggest portion of will transportation costs, reports Amy Roach Partridge of Inbound Logistics. Delays and unforeseen circumstances do occur.

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QAD

AUGUST 16, 2022

As the supply chain breaks, manufacturers must find new suppliers and new transport routes and find them rapidly, so that production doesn’t come to a halt. Continued fallout, including transport congestion, limited air freight and rail freight transportation in the Asia-Europe lanes, because of the Russia/Ukraine conflict.

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The Network Effect

AUGUST 21, 2015

In my last four posts, I talked about order aggregation , new inventory replenishment policies , why a network model makes so much sense , and the all important ASN. All supplier shipments must be accompanied by appropriate documentation. Thus process outputs related to documentation must be error free.

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Turvo

MARCH 2, 2021

Transporting cold and frozen goods long distances remains a service that shippers and carriers have offered for decades. To handle the growing demand for COVID-19 vaccines, cold transportation fleets need to prepare sooner rather than later. Tracking Freight in Real-Time and Sharing Updates Easily.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 5, 2020

Incidents during transportation are common: from severe weather conditions or collisions that result in loss of cargo; to theft, counterfeiting, political unrest, labor disputes, documentation failures, mechanical problems, etc. Any of those circumstances can delay or ruin delivery of the most perfectly planned global shipment.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 6, 2017

Mobile phones can offer incredible services in any business from inventory tracking and shipments to the execution of procurement transactions. It is an advanced barcode scanner that is capable of extending bar code scanning to technology savvy inventory manager. This optimization tool for inventories is cloud based.

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Some of the main steps involved in the order fulfilment process include: Inventory management Picking and packing Tracking and communication Shipping and delivery Customer service Returns management Fulfilment costs can represent up to 30% of an eCommerce company’s total operating expenses. It also ensures that resources are used efficiently.

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 9, 2022

The best way to avoid major shipping issues is to make sure that your packages go out with all the necessary documents. So what documents do you need to include? Read on to learn all about the most common shipping documents for domestic, international, and hazardous shipping. Details of the carrier/transportation company.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2015

It can take months to negotiate a complex SLA/KPI document, as you go back and forth with your logistics provider so the document becomes a “win-win” for both parties. For example: Inventory Record Accuracy has to be 98-100% accurate daily. The more KPIs, the more difficult the negotiation process. 3PL/SLA Skills/Knowledge.

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3PL Insights

APRIL 7, 2023

However, transporting goods internationally can be a complicated and time-consuming process. Freight forwarders play an essential role in this process by facilitating shipments. What are Freight Forwarders? Freight forwarders organize the entire shipping process from pickup, to storage, to delivery.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 10, 2017

This means order processing, call center management, customer service, inventory and warehouse management, marketing and accounting processes are combined into one resource. Complete all necessary compliance paperwork and retain documentation. Monitor real-time order status, inventory and demand on your company.

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Turvo

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Another study by the EPA, titled Fast Facts on Transportation Greenhouse Gas Emissions , noted that “according to the Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks 1990–2018 (the national inventory that the U.S. Reduce waste through real-time collaboration and inventory tracking at the order level regardless of location.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 25, 2016

Omnitracs’ Roadnet® Transportation Suite 3.7.4 January 2016 North American Freight Numbers. Speaking of cross-border trade, “all five major transportation modes – truck, rail, pipeline, vessel and air – carried less U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics. in February.

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The Network Effect

OCTOBER 30, 2015

In earlier posts, I talked about order aggregation , new inventory replenishment policies , why a network model makes so much sense , and the all important ASN. The supplier will be responsible for: loading material onto transport vehicle. providing all necessary paperwork such as export licenses, and documentation.

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 26, 2021

Pragmatic analysis can uncover opportunities to make improvements that can help control inventory and manage costs. By having enhanced insight into crucial logistics processes, healthcare shippers can increase efficiencies, reduce cost, shorten time to market, and improve inventory management. Leverage Vital Logistics KPIs.

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