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Employing this S.M.A.R.T. Technique with a Logistics Company to Create Total Stakeholder Satisfaction

GlobalTranz

Let's talk about the outputs, or desired metrics worth measuring, in each category of what a logistics company might provide. Cerasis is squarely focused on transportation management through technology and managed services , however, there are logistics companies who offer fulfillment, warehousing, freight forwarding, and more.

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Managing a Third Party Logistics Partnership

The Logistics of Logistics

Do not sign a SLA or contract with accompanying KPIs, without a professional review (3PL Consultant) and Legal Review.Insure that you stress a Cancellation clause.

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How Shippers And Logistics Providers Can Keep The Relationship Fresh

Talking Logistics

Transportation optimization is more than moving freight for the lowest cost or a short-term boost in performance; it’s also about continuous improvement delivered through smart, data-driven planning and efficient execution. What key metrics should they be driving for as an organization? What are their pain points?

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9 Key Topics to Understand to Frame A Shipper’s Mind for Effective KPI Management with a 3PL

GlobalTranz

All KPIS have metrics to measure. The Transportation Management System (TMS) of the 3PL can gain rewards for both parties as well through freight optimization. The more KPIs, the more difficult the negotiation process. All KPIS have a target percentage to meet. For example: Inventory Record Accuracy has to be 98-100% accurate daily.

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The Ultimate Guide to Contract Logistics: What You Need to Know

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They optimize routes, consolidate shipments, manage freight rates, track shipments, and ensure timely and secure delivery. Freight Forwarding: Freight forwarding is a specialized service offered by contract logistics providers to coordinate the movement of goods across international borders.

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Consumer Demand Helping Drive 3PL Industry Growth

Talking Logistics

3PLs are being asked by shippers to create better metrics to provide both added understanding and a deeper perspective as to what’s occurring inside their business both yesterday, in real time and tomorrow. Understanding and executing upon on-time delivery is a given nowadays.

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Examples of How Supplier Quality Management System Implementations Pay Off

GlobalTranz

The first post in this series broke down what is supplier quality management and the steps to evaluate suppliers and the second post gave you insight into the metrics to look out for by 6 major industries. The next step may be Six Sigma quality ( In order for a company to achieve Six Sigma, it cannot produce more than 3.4