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The Future of Third-Party Logistics Beyond COVID: Where Do We Go from Here

BR Williams Supply Chain Management

The Financial Times reports a top executive at UPS expects the supply chain crisis created by the pandemic will inflict lasting damage. To understand what’s going on with third-party logistics , we had an extensive discussion with four industry thought leaders at BR Williams. The Future of Third-Party Logistics.

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The Essential List of Logistics Acronyms and Abbreviations for Retailers

Locus

BORIS – Buy Online Return In Store BORIS is another omnichannel fulfillment model where consumers can return their previously purchased online orders at nearby physical stores. In a way, this model is a win-win as it saves return logistics costs for retail businesses. How to Improve Fleet Utilization?

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What is Order Processing? How it Works & Key Methods

Unleashed

Once confirmed, the ordered items are picked from your inventory, sorted, packed, and shipped to the customer. While order processing ensures the accuracy and efficiency of the sale transaction, order fulfilment focuses on the logistics needed to physically deliver the product to the customer, on time and without errors.

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Blockchain and Reverse Logistics: Recapturing Costs and More

GlobalTranz

Manufacturers and shippers have a duty to ensure sustainability, reports Supply Chain Dive , and an effective sustainability program must consider what happens to products after their lifespan. Outsource nonessential tasks to third-party logistics providers, freeing capital for investment into blockchain technology.

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What Are the Trends in Last Mile Logistics?

GlobalTranz

Consequently, last mile logistics is finally in a position to become part of this push toward faster fulfillment. Combined with the upcoming electronic logging devices (ELD) mandate, the use of smart tech to track last mile logistics will grow. Analytics Will Drive Last Mile Logistics Costs Down.

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Top Supply Chain and Logistics Automation Trends to Watch for in 2019

GlobalTranz

This level of supply chain and logistics automation will use technology embedded within video analytics to offer drivers an extra hand in the course of duty. However, 2019 will see more companies develop like freight tendering and scheduling systems that will allow companies to streamline logistics management.

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Peloton’s Supply Chain Strategy Turnabout

Supply Chain Matters

The company’s equipment was designed to connect to virtual based instructors utilizing an onboard camera, microphone, and electronic screen, at a rather premium cost compared to other fitness options. Sourcing was both a cost as well as landed cost decision factor. Timing was a further crucial factor.