Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 11, 2022

In this particular assessment, we reflect on our prediction that cost inflation trends that occurred among global logistics and transportation modes last year, would be unsustainable, and would drive remediation efforts. Mid-Year Global Transportation Assessment. Additional Thoughts and Perspectives.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 26, 2019

And bringing air freight services into the spotlight. . Because consumers use technology to do on-the-spot price comparisons, they can order from any company in the world that has their desired product. For years, many organizations honed their replenishment activities, developed forecasts, and tracked SKUs. Robinson—come in.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 26, 2019

And bringing air freight services into the spotlight. . Because consumers use technology to do on-the-spot price comparisons, they can order from any company in the world that has their desired product. For years, many organizations honed their replenishment activities, developed forecasts, and tracked SKUs. Robinson—come in.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 22, 2022

Regarding outlook for the remainder of 2022, the Walmart forecasted operating income to decease in a range of 11 percent to 13 percent for the full year. As our readership is well aware, disruptions persisted and ultimately came to roost with the unending litanies of supplier, global and domestic transportation delays and disruptions.

Inventory Management Software 52

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Turvo

OCTOBER 5, 2021

The global transportation system in 2021 is experiencing a unique and unexpected crisis. For example, the transportation of high-value goods such as mechanical engineering products, electronics, and computer equipment was minimally affected. A problem also linked to shipping companies. What happened to the containers?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2021

Global transportation is at the forefront of sustainability efforts. And while most people think of over the road trucking first, ocean freight is making waves. That forecast only includes the US and Europe. The Covid-19 pandemic and ensuing cargo container shortage is affecting nearly every industry.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 26, 2018

However, the biggest pain point for these global supply chains is the one that seems inescapable – transportation costs. Pain Points Increasing Transportation Costs. No matter how much can be saved from sourcing globally, transportation costs continue to creep in to seriously affect a product’s profit margin.

Cost Reduction Strategies 102

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JANUARY 3, 2020

Are you looking to decrease air freight costs? Air freight service is a perfect option for your just in time deliveries, but those that can wait in inventory for additional time may make more sense to move via rail service. Rail freight is an environmentally friendly way to move goods. Do you need coverage far from sea ports?

Asia 46

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

OCTOBER 1, 2018

At Felixstowe, one of the UK’s main ports, issues arose after a new terminal operating system was installed in June, and several weeks of delays in both ship and train loadings followed. Three strategies can lead to better outcomes for your freight planning, even in peak holiday shipping periods. Forecast and book your space earlier.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

It’s a good diagnostic tool for understanding the reliability and readiness of your supply chain, and it can help you navigate the complexities around forecasting, scheduling, and optimizing your shipments. When you’re evaluating the costs of air cargo , freight is only one component of the equation.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

AUGUST 14, 2019

While it may seem like carriers are controlling prices for ocean shipments in today’s market, there are some tools shippers have at their disposal to help counter volatility and uncertainty. If you haven’t already done so, share forecasting information four to eight weeks in advance. Have a plan for freight once it reaches port.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 11, 2018

That forecast is impactful to companies currently conducting business in India, but it’s also meaningful to all companies that do international trade —especially those that have the potential to conduct business in India in the future. But there is another country that’s making a strong case to join that elite group. Final Thoughts.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 3, 2018

When we are asked about “killer” use cases for blockchain within enterprise systems, Supply Chain is the usual suspect — and for good reason. These complexities, layered with globalization, shorter product life cycles , and associated volatility in demand planning, has produced the most dynamic supply chain landscape we have ever experienced.

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Supply Chain Movement

MARCH 16, 2016

To manage this logistics complexity while adhering to customer service standards and incurring reasonable costs, companies need Global Logistics Integration. Goods have to be transported across the globe and delivered to different destinations – from congested cities to remote, rural areas.

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