GlobalTranz

JUNE 4, 2015

In the first post our long tme guest blogger, Chuck Intrieri of The Lean Supply Chai n, gave us 5 core metrics to evaluate supplier performance using supplier quality management and a 4 step process to execute. Complying with ISO 9001/9002 and EN 46001/46002 guidelines, cGMP and other federally mandated standards.

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Freight Plus

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Unlike in previous years, where competition to fill space drove a shipper's market, in 2018 demand is exceeding supply which has shifted the balance of pricing power. But inflation is back, and rising supply chain costs are starting to erode earnings. With freight volumes up 6.2% Jack Canfield.

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Freight Plus

JANUARY 24, 2019

The agency is investigating freight discrimination as officials question if the service is “fulfilling their service obligations.” Front loading of shipments at the end of 2018 has created a “vicious cycle” that underscores on-going port supply chain issues, according to APL. to set up a complimentary consultation.

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Freight Plus

OCTOBER 4, 2018

In a market with thousands of third party logistics (3PL) providers it can be a daunting task figuring out which provider belongs where along each link of your supply chain. 3PLs are firms that shippers outsource any number of services to. Those prices tend to go up while the service suffers. 3PL vs 4PL. What are the PLs?

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Freight Plus

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Freight is a rapidly evolving market that is seeing changes in capacity, growth, routing, service, and technology. Freight is a rapidly evolving market that is seeing changes in capacity, growth, routing, service, and technology. Leverage your growth to bolster every rung in your supply chain. free consultation.

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RELEX Solutions

MARCH 16, 2017

New partnership to bring additional sales and delivery capabilities in retail and supply chain planning. Problem solving for organizations and delivering world-class space-aware supply chain solutions are at the heart of what both Strategix CFT and RELEX Solutions do,” adds Mikko Kärkkäinen, CEO, RELEX Solutions.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 19, 2015

It’s the last Friday of school and my kids are showing off their work this morning, so as I fill my coffee mug and get ready for the walk to school, let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Amazon’s Next Delivery Drone: You (WSJ – sub. The $50 Billion Question: Can Uber Deliver?

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Ware2Go

JANUARY 21, 2022

Also referred to as light freight or parcel package delivery, small parcel shipments usually weigh less than 70 pounds, can be lifted without assistance, and are shipped in businesses’ own packaging or carrier-supplied boxes. Typically, they’re handled by carriers such as UPS or courier services in local areas.

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Freight Plus

MARCH 20, 2019

Adidas running out of sneakers as supply chain lags behind demand. The German footwear giant warned investors that “supply chain shortages” have hamstrung 1st quarter earnings, according to their annual report. Forward Air expands last mile service with FSA Logistics acquisition. Counterfeit products rose to 3.3%

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3PL Insights

JUNE 19, 2017

Ocean freight allows companies to transport their goods reliably, en masse, and cheaply. They offer both air and ocean freight shipping, as well as freight brokerage, supply chain consulting, and custom brokerage. DHL Supply Chain. billion and a container volume of 3,059,000 TEUs. Sinotrans Ltd.

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ShipBob

JULY 14, 2022

Or are some parts of your supply chain a bit…opaque? We get it, the global supply chain can be a tough topic to tackle, especially when you’re also trying to develop a new widget and expand your presence in a key market — all while keeping the lights on. Multiple factors have fed the current supply chain crisis.

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Freight Plus

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

With Platinum’s support, we will continue to execute on our customer-centric growth strategy, which focuses on offering best-in-class customs brokerage, trade compliance and logistics services to more than 30,000 businesses in the U.S., Walmart is developing its own fleet of intermodal containers and drivers to service rail hubs.

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Freight Plus

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

With trade talks with China still unresolved, retailers appear to be bringing spring merchandise into the country early in case tariffs go up in March,” said Jonathan Gold, vice president for supply chain and customs policy to Supply Chain Dive. “We or simply search your favorite podcast player for Consulting Logistics!

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Freight Plus

DECEMBER 19, 2018

IANA points to elevated container import volumes, heavy e-commerce demand, tight over the road capacity plus elevated rates, driver shortages, and ELD restricted hours-of-service as the reason for a 5.4% Looking to take control of your freight and future-proof your supply chain? to set up a complimentary consultation.

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Freight Plus

MARCH 5, 2019

On Monday, a slew of winter storms blanketed the US East Coast with, what that the National Weather Service warned was, "significant amounts of snow, sleet and ice [that] will make travel very hazardous or impossible." or simply search your favorite podcast player for Consulting Logistics! Winter storms slow shipments, stall truckers.

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Freight Plus

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Hours-of-Service raised the second largest concern, with driver retention, ELD mandate, and parking rounding out the top five. site and service which is aimed at cleaning up transportation data. As supply chains become digitized, shippers are faced with a mountain of data that they’re not using in meaningful ways.

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Freight Plus

OCTOBER 16, 2018

hours of service. Most optimized supply chains will utilize both forms of inland transportation, using them situationally and interchangeably when they best fit a given circumstance. complimentary consultation. for free below or simply search 'Consulting Logistics' on your favorite podcast player of choice.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 22, 2018

Check out The Digital Supply Chain (SC 4.0) The digital transformation of supply chain management, more specifically procurement and sourcing functions, is becoming a part of the new normal in business. Change management will be an increasing focus in the digitalization of the global supply chain.

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