Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain. However, I can’t recall writing a general guide about exploiting outsourcing opportunities to improve your supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2016

As a logistics service provider, focusing on over-the-road surface transportation management solutions via technology and managed transportation services, we find the following information on the history of shipping containers of great significance to the logistics and supply chain community at large. Readers' choice! Category Key.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 24, 2017

Last year, the 2016 State of Logistics Report alluded to rising shipping volume, partially responsible for decreased overhead costs, as a driving force behind declining overhead costs across all modes of shipping. Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping has been amid a capacity crunch. Think about the benefits you want from your TMS.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 23, 2015

manufacturers hurried to produce off-shore, believing significant cost reductions and huge profits would follow. Some of those risks and consequences tend to go away or are reduced, offered by Burton and others, make reshoring increasingly attractive: Obscure costs of outsourcing can range from nominal expense up to 300% of production cost.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 22, 2018

Paired with tightening capacity in all over-the-road modes and the relentless buying surges of customers, shippers of all sizes will be forced to re-evaluate existing parcel spend management tactics, ensuring they offer the lowest cost shipping. The Guide to Reduce Parcel Shipping Costs thru Effective Transportation Management Practices.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 22, 2016

Home Depot is revamping their distribution center strategy to include a host of regional centers, and logistics providers stand to reap significant profits from increased collaboration in the marketplace. Globalization Promotes International Shipping and Logistics. New Business Models Reduce Operating Costs. Cassidy of JOC.com.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

Today, Cerasis is a leader in Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipping and freight management and utilizes powerful technology and apps to help create a better way to manage E-Commerce shipping solutions. Choosing Your Freight Shipping Strategy with e-commerce. Developing Your Reverse Logistics Strategy 
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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 5, 2014

There is a strong relationship between mismanaged supply chains and transportation and loss of profits, as an effectively structured supply chain will reduce business operation expenses. LTL shipping, much like any industry with so many moving parts, can be a bit tricky from time to time.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Typically, hardwood is more expensive yet stronger, but softwoods such as pine are readily available and ideal for kiln drying to adhere to ISPM 15 regulations. To ensure you pick the right size pallet you need to confirm where you will be shipping as different countries adhere to different standards.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 20, 2017

Editor's Note: Today's blog is from Red Stag Fulfillment who show us how an Order Fulfillment Solution can help reduce risk. So, let’s get some quick definitions and understanding down of the three chief methods that you’re looking at for an order fulfillment solution: Drop-shipping. Drop-Shipping. When Does Drop-Shipping Work?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 21, 2016

Today, warehouse managers have a wide array of technologies to choose from as they strive to reduce costs, improve efficiency and streamline operations. Benefits of Warehouse Robotics: Reduced operational and labor costs. Reduced safety incidents. Improved productivity. Higher order accuracy. Faster cycle times.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 25, 2016

While competition is good, it is often forgotten when thinking about shipping. We’ve discussed the importance of using parcel shippers , multi-carrier shipping programs and joint-ventures with Magento Freight Shipping in the past, but the importance of carrier selection is taking center-stage once more.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

Small shipping companies have grown into larger third-party logistics providers , and warehouse management has become more focused on efficiency and accuracy instead of quantity of shipments. Transportation costs make up 60 percent of overall logistics expenses for all shippers and 3PLs.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 17, 2014

These myths obscure and mislead: among them are the misconceptions that EDI is expensive, complicated and not worth the investment. Myth: It’s Too Expensive. In addition to opening new business opportunities, EDI integration reduces the risk of chargebacks. Truth: It Simplifies Your Business.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 9, 2015

One of the biggest challenges facing automotive, aerospace and defense manufacturers is the limited shapes a part can be cut, molded or welded in. AM cost centers are currently more expensive than traditional CNC machining, and the production rate is slower once you move past the rapid prototyping phase. Source CIO.com.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 9, 2015

Once upon a time, there were fewer manufacturing entities in the world, and shipping companies clamored for relationships with each and every business. In fact, 3PLs restore many of the benefits that existed in the shipping world of yesteryear. A Transportation Management Provider Have the Bargaining Chips. Analysis of Big Data.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2015

Many manufacturers & retailers have found that they can use state of the art supply chain management to reduce inventory & warehousing costs while speeding up delivery to the end customer. Managers should ensure that a firm’s transportation strategy supports its competitive strategy.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 9, 2015

Throughout this time, 3PL transportation management providers have taken advantage of the low-costs of transportation, which further reduced the costs for businesses and manufacturers. Driver Expenses. As a result, the business expense of obtaining this coverage is requiring a larger investment on the part of the employer.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 16, 2015

Furthermore, innovation has replaced previous expectations and practices of reducing prices and focusing on reducing the consumers’ costs. Innovation Reduces Risk to Businesses. When considering innovation for a business, the overall goal is and always will be expansion and business growth. Innovation For IT Departments.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 8, 2015

Expensive upgrades are non-existent which is both money saving as well as time saving. When all partners are working on the same platform environment it creates greater visibility to all shipping locations which in turn increases communication. This requires additional resources and expense to maintain databases and infrastructure.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 10, 2015

With a logistics company streamlining and studying the entire process, lower costs for shipping and storage are common. A reduction in product breakage because of a lack of proper packaging is also a measurable benefit. With a solid communication strategy in place, it is easier for businesses to find problems in the delivery system.

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Supply Chain Movement

JULY 24, 2020

For example, a few years ago, the logistics director of car maker Skoda proudly told me that simulation software had enabled them to figure out how to fit three car bodies into one shipping container. Simpler portfolio. A much simpler portfolio was necessary to keep our business running,” he said.

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3rdwave

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

If this topic piques your interest, sign up for our upcoming webinar “Controlling the Last Mile – From Pier to Door” REGISTER HERE. At its core, terminal operations represent the transition from international to domestic shipping. Of course, the paradox lies in thinking that upon arriving to the U.S.,

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ShipBob

MARCH 30, 2020

How do you put your brand in a spot to offer expedited shipping without putting in the time, resources, and investment of several warehouses? With so many millions of packages shipped across the country on any given day, it’s vital that systems are in place to keep them on track and make sure they’re delivered to the right place on time.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

We continue our series on strategic shipping by going into detail of the 10 main areas that shippers can turn to in order to have a strategic logistics and transportation management mindset. Shipping processes revolve around a million-trucks-worth of data. Metrics and KPIs.

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Supply Chain Network

OCTOBER 9, 2018

But this may need to be rethought now that Satellites and AIS technology are being applied, and are capturing the “truth” about these activities, by monitoring actual ship movements and by comparing this to the related EDI arrival transactions for those same activities.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 14, 2016

In shipping, fuel surcharges, toll costs and expenses can change rapidly. Today’s expenses are not necessarily indicative of tomorrow’s costs, but the only way to identify if the costs are appropriate is to review invoices and these costs for accuracy. Accountability and Visibility Are Critical Parts of Modern Shipping.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 3, 2018

A shipping capacity crunch is a necessary evil. Unfortunately, a shipping capacity crunch tends to occur during already stressed periods, like winter, after tropical storms and during peak shopping seasons. 3PLs Bring Better Freight Shipping Rates During Shipping Capacity Crunch Hikes.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 10, 2015

This is largely due to consistent new job creation, higher net income of individuals, and increasing household net worth, lower rates of inflation, and reduction in the cost of gas prices. Ultimately, less space to store goods, which haven’t been purchased and shipped yet, results in higher cost of storage. percent last year.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2015

So with all of that said, the most popular freight blog posts written in 2015 and that have received the most views so far echo what we saw with the previous blog posts: trends and changes in the industry we all must be aware of in order to maximize our shipping practices. We hope you enjoy! 29 and Jan. 1, respectively.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 14, 2018

Full truckload shipping is generally less expensive than other over the road transportation modes. Instead of throwing in the towel, shippers can leverage full truckload shipping to ship LTL shipments in the back of a full-size van or trailer. Access our complete Full Truckload Shipping White Paper Series.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 8, 2016

Editor's Note: Take it from us, a transportation management solutions provider, who understands the question we've all asked: "Who on earth will find manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, shipping, and transportation management content interesting? You don’t have a strategy. Here are the top 10 reasons no one is reading your content.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2015

In some cases, human intervention and input will be completely eliminated. Take a look at how the IoT supply chain is changing the landscape in terms of equipment functionality, shipping processes, invoicing and payments, and analysis of trends. The IoT Supply Chain and Shipping Processes. IoT and Machine Functionality.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 24, 2016

A cold chain is essential because it: Reduces food loss due to spoilage. Pre-cooling reduces spoilage and slows ripening. Refrigerated storage refers to the storing of goods in a reduced temperature atmosphere. Other refrigerated transportation modes include airplanes, ships and railcars. Enhances food safety and quality.

Supply Chain Design Software 101

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2015

In fact, we will release next week our first e-book of 2016 (of a monthly series of e-books) which will highlight several areas for shippers to focus on in order to create an effective transportation and logistics management strategy. . Above average increases in freight costs could indicate your expenses are cutting into your bottom line.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 24, 2016

A cold chain is essential because it: Reduces food loss due to spoilage. Pre-cooling reduces spoilage and slows ripening. Refrigerated storage refers to the storing of goods in a reduced temperature atmosphere. Other refrigerated transportation modes include airplanes, ships and railcars. Enhances food safety and quality.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 24, 2016

A cold chain is essential because it: Reduces food loss due to spoilage. Pre-cooling reduces spoilage and slows ripening. Refrigerated storage refers to the storing of goods in a reduced temperature atmosphere. Other refrigerated transportation modes include airplanes, ships and railcars. Enhances food safety and quality.

Supply Chain Design Software 100

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