Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 29, 2024

Officials say traffic could be so severe “that the day may be mostly unproductive for freight vehicles,” and they are asking truckers to take a voluntary holiday to avoid congested roadways that could impact their routes. The Arkansas Department of Transportation expects 1.5 Franklin St., through the DoorDash app.

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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. Review of SQM Metrics and Issues Across 5 Core Industries. #1: Trend Metrics Collected per Site. Medical Devices.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

With broad-based support packages, targeting hardest-hit industries like aviation, coupled with support of a strong logistics ecosystem, reinforced by global players such as DB Schenker. With longstanding strategic partnerships with the carriers, they were able to switch freight modes with ease, even amidst the tight market.

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

To maintain efficiency, supply chain leaders need to understand a few things about how peak freight preparedness always goes back to leveraging shipping data and creating new value through performance management. Peak Freight Preparedness Hinges on Efficient Management. Take a moment to think about peak freight preparedness.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 21, 2023

But I believe that more efficient packaging is the area with the greatest potential to improve sustainability metrics within the warehouse. Walmart is using machines from packaging-technology company Packsize International Inc. Walmart is using machines from packaging-technology company Packsize International Inc.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 30, 2015

Transportation has followed the same evolutionary pattern, moving upstream from day-to-day freight transactions to an integral component of top-level corporate planning and procurement strategy. Managing bid packages, for instance, can be time consuming and complex. Disaggregate freight spend data. Be demand driven.

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Intelligent Audit

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

In freight auditing, freight audit advisors work with freight shippers to ensure that all charges are accurate and to prevent wasting money. Shippers can ensure they are getting the best possible rates from their carriers by working with a freight audit consultant. What Freight Auditing Is and Why It’s Important.

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Stord

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Stord’s performance metrics in servicing Veritiv were 99 percent or higher for on-time pickup, on-time delivery, tender acceptance, and invoicing accuracy. “It Atlanta, GA, February 22, 2023 – Stord , the leading Cloud Supply Chain provider, has been awarded Veritiv’s 2022 Truckload Carrier of the Year.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 24, 2016

It produces results at a fraction of the cost of full truckload (FT) or small package shipping. Freight Consolidation. Sometimes, the lines between FT and LTL are blurred, especially when all LTL shipments are compiled into FT via freight consolidation. Mobile Access to KPIs and Metrics.

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4WL Consulting

JULY 8, 2015

There’s been a shift from executing daily freight transactions to integrating top-level corporate planning and procurement strategies. To build a competitive chain supply management, here are strategies you may need to incorporate if you’re looking to elevate freight management in your organization.

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Locus

JUNE 9, 2023

Freight transportation costs Freight transportation costs are incurred from the large-scale movement of products and goods. They are: Distance Package weight, size, and density Delivery speed Delivery failures Handling of goods Destination of goods Let’s look at each one of them. What are the types of transport costs?

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Locus

JUNE 9, 2023

Freight transportation costs Freight transportation costs are incurred from the large-scale movement of products and goods. They are: Distance Package weight, size, and density Delivery speed Delivery failures Handling of goods Destination of goods Let’s look at each one of them. What are the types of transport costs?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

We also look to reduce or eliminate the use of plastic packaging. To help our customers keep track and make informed decisions about their freight transportation options, we have developed “ a logistics eco-calculator” hosted on our website. million gallons of SAF this year.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

In her keynote address, Nadia Abdul Aziz, President, National Association of Air Freight & Logistics (NAFL), who is based in Dubai, spoke about megatrends transforming the MENA region, particularly the impact of COVID-19.

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Intelligent Audit

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Mike Griswold, Vice President Analyst at Gartner , had this to say about the value supply chain KPIs and metrics. Supply chain metrics provide the vehicle to ‘look at the results’ and gauge the effectiveness of an organization’s execution strategy. That applies to inbound and outbound ocean freight as well.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 17, 2023

of packages on time. of packages on time. As rates continue to fall, industry metrics are beginning to reflect a new reality for the transportation market. for December, marking the metric’s fastest decline ever recorded. 24, UPS delivered 97.5% Meanwhile, primary competitor FedEx delivered 95.2% on-time delivery rate.

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Intelligent Audit

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Air freight Is Rising. Air freight rates have been a major story throughout 2021. kg, according to the Freightos Air Freight Index. Most importantly, the air freight index runs approximately one week behind, so the real impact of the Christmas Week Showdown—the immediate days leading up to the holiday, is still unavailable.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 21, 2022

These materials were then transferred to barges and rail cars for delivery, and finally to terminals where they were packaged into shipping containers for final delivery by rail. It is then unitized or broken down from bulk packaging and shipped to the store or nearby warehouse. Customer service is an integral part of logistics.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

To that end, every warehouse manager’s role is to manage the physical environment, loadshifting equipment and people, to decrease the chances of collision and accidents, and often, to help the flow of freight via outbound and inbound freight management; an entire process known as warehouse traffic management. Read the full Post.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 22, 2015

According to the press release : The proposed standards are expected to lower CO2 emissions by approximately 1 billion metric tons, cut fuel costs by about $170 billion, and reduce oil consumption by up to 1.8 That cut packaging weight by 28% and allowed IKEA to fit 128 lamps on a pallet that previously took just 80.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 12, 2017

It manages inbound freight, not unlike the incoming blood supply from the lungs, and pumps it out to the remainder of your supply chain. For each weakness or issue, provide instructions on how to avoid delays and ensure adherence to appropriate carrier selection and freight classification. Note Shipment Volume and Weight Issues.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Carriers such as FedEx, UPS, and USPS use shipping zones to determine the shipping cost of a package. For example, if a package originates at Red Stag Fulfillment’s Knoxville warehouse, the origin ZIP code starts with 377. That is Zone 8 for a UPS package shipped from Knoxville. Each shipping zone represents a different price.

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

In modern freight transportation services, GRI stands for General Rate Increase. As a shipper, it’s impossible to avoid rate increases at times, and while freight invoice audits help to catch errors, not knowing the facts behind GRIs will only open the doors to risk. per package for large packages or $250.00 per package.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

The current requirements differ according to the freight characteristics listed below. As of September 15, 2020, the OTIF requirements will increase to 98% for all freight characteristics. Currently, the OTIF compliance requirements are separated between (1) in full and (2) on time standards. Barcode and labeling. Scheduling.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Shippers need to seamlessly integrate with other parties, including carrier partners, to share real time data and make agile business decisions, for example, redesigning the product, changing how the product is marketed, and/or changing how the product is packaged and shipped. Of course, customers may opt to complete a return in-person.

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Zipline Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2020

That is especially true in the consumer-packaged goods marketplace. Now, when most think of sustainability, they think of ethical sourcing or environmentally friendly packaging. Finding Freight Consolidation Opportunities. Freight consolidation offers a multitude of benefits to CPG vendors.

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SupplyPike

APRIL 17, 2020

LTL freight carriers normally transport small shipments of freight from many companies. When companies opt for LTL shipping, they are charged for the section of the semi-truck that their freight takes up. This method is ideal for freight shipment ranging from 150 to 20,000 pounds. Freight Class.

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AFFLINK

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Your business is often only as strong as its freight management. Better freight management can make it possible for you to save money, improve your day-to-day operations, and increase your reputation with those you ship to. Here are a few important tips on how to improve your freight management. Improve your packaging.

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3rdwave

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

From optimizing freight movements and controlling freight costs, to supply chain SKU transparency and optimal inventory management, the value proposition for global transportation management is substantial and significant. This capability can be fully automated if the 3rd party freight providers provision their invoices electronically.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 28, 2015

We then rated companies on their ability to manage and improve a portfolio of metrics: operating margin, inventory turns and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC). What suppliers need help with cost (LEAN, labor, freight,…)? Delivery Metrics: Perfect order delivery although good to continually refine. Third Phase: 2013-future.

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Veridian Solutions

AUGUST 21, 2019

Use a Mezzanine to Handle Packaging and Simple Processes. In addition, it could also be used to handle packaging and order processing needs. A Guide to the Warehouse Metrics Supply Chain Execs Should Track. A mezzanine would be ideal for small, frequently ordered items. Download WhitePaper. Rethink Dock Management Practices.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 4, 2016

However, if you know what critical freight management KPIs or key performance indicators to track, you can know exactly how to change processes to decrease costs, which will result in savings for the end user. Federal Power Over Freight Management KPIs. This freight management KPIs measures a broad scale of maintenance as well.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 19, 2013

Con-way Freight Raises the Bar on Mexico Service, Adds Door-to-Door Tracking, 24-Hour Customer Resource Center, Enhanced Web Tools. Overcapacity in the global air freight market, increasing customer preference for lower-yielding shipping solutions, and a slowing U.S. SAP Announces Second Quarter and First Half Results 2013.

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Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Annually, container ships contribute approximately one billion metric tons of carbon dioxide. Freight brokers can use fuel or freight lane information to reduce carbon emissions. Shipping Emissions Statistics & The Impact Carbon Emissions from Shipping Have on the Climate. g CO2 per ton-mile and 0.9 g NOx per ton-mile.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

Cost, on time performance and billing accuracy don’t mean much if the carrier damages the freight. To minimize freight damage, begin measuring it with the damage free shipments KPI. Be sure to measure all damage not just freight claims filed. The higher chance for freight damage drives the need for this LTL KPI.

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ShipBob

AUGUST 25, 2021

When looking at the direct-to-consumer (DTC) model, first-mile deliveries refers to the movement of products from supplier to a retailer and last-mile deliveries rely on shipping carriers to move packages from the shipper to the end customer. . Select the right packaging. Another key differentiator is size of shipments.

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

A survey by Resilience360 and Business Continuity Institute found 37% of shippers had seen their air transport disrupted by the pandemic — the highest rate among the freight modes. Freight and parcel carriers have experienced disruption with record-shattering demands. That’s intuitive for most business leaders.

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