Talking Logistics

JULY 24, 2017

Achieving end-to-end supply chain visibility has always been (and remains) a top priority for companies, but over the past few years, the spotlight has been on a particular segment of the process: achieving real-time freight visibility. Why has this become so important for shippers and third-party logistics providers (3PLs)?

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GlobalTranz

JULY 8, 2016

Today, we wrap up our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). Today's post will cover the top 5 Transportation Management blogs from 2016 so far. Top Transportation Management Blogs from the First Half of 2016 So Far. Get The Full List Here.

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ShipBob

JANUARY 6, 2023

That’s where transportation management systems, or TMS, comes in. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at what a transportation management system is, why it’s important, and how you can choose a provider. What is a transportation management system (TMS)? Transportation management systems can perform a variety of functions.

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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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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2017

Instead of trying to gain visibility by tracking every detail involving inbound logistics on your own, the biggest roadblocks to effective inbound logistics management boil down to five reasons, and you need to understand what they are and how to stop them. This is where an effective inbound logistics guide becomes important.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 7, 2023

logistics industry continues in a state of recession. Transportation utilization reportedly dipped a hefty 9.5 Consequently, transportation prices reportedly declined 8.9 not only described as a “ significant rate of contraction ,” but also the first time that this particular metric has reached such a low level.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

[Read More: 6 Logistics KPIs Attributes That are Essential ] What is Contract Logistics? Contract logistics is a specialized service offered by third-party logistics (3PL) providers to manage supply chain operations on behalf of a company.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 5, 2016

We continue our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). Our first post covered the Top 5 Freight Management blogs of 2016. Today's post will cover the top 5 logistics blogs from 2016 so far. Current State of the Logistics and Freight Economy.

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Zipline Logistics

APRIL 6, 2021

Outsourcing parts of the supply chain to a logistics provider has become commonplace for organizations further along in their growth cycle. According to a report from Armstrong & Associates, over 90% of Fortune 500 companies stated that they use a third-party logistics provider in some capacity, and that trend is only increasing.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 16, 2015

As a third-party logistics company focused on over the road transportation management, and having an LTL rating engine and web-based TMS for nearly 20 years (web-based even before Google!), BONUS : Download the Guide To LTL Freight Mangement White Paper. LTL procurement is something we do very well.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2015

This is the first post in an ongoing series on effective KPI management from third party logistics consultant, Chuck Intrieri, of The Lean Supply Chain. . To be unified is to collaborate and trust the shipper/customer Third Party Logistics Service Provider (3PL) relationship. Collaboration.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 2, 2016

Today, shippers face increased regulations, unstable market conditions and capacity concerns that make it near impossible for a newly divested company to achieve all of its goals without the expertise and support of a third-party logistics (3PL) provider.

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2023

Andrew Lynch is President and Co-Founder of Zipline Logistics , an award-winning North American 3PL that specializes exclusively in the transportation of retail consumer goods. For CPG brands, the road map to category leadership isn’t shaving pennies off transactional transportation costs. Perform a network analysis.

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Turvo

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Seven ways Turvo helps build a more sustainable supply chain for third-party logistics providers (3PLs), shippers of raw materials and finished goods, and their end customers. Another study by the EPA, titled Fast Facts on Transportation Greenhouse Gas Emissions , noted that “according to the Inventory of U.S.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2016

As a result, many organizations are turning to third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and enhanced transportation management systems (TMS) to deliver the velocity, visibility, predictability and control they need. Today’s Next-Gen TMS Meets Today’s Supply Chain Needs. Today’s Next-Gen TMS Meets Today’s Supply Chain Needs.

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Unleashed

MARCH 31, 2021

For many more, this would be too expensive or their supply chain simply isn’t complex enough to warrant such an investment, so they outsource to third parties. These may be known as logistics service providers (LSPs) or third-party logistics (3PL) providers, depending on the context for which they are needed.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 2, 2017

Rather, it’s about winning the ongoing competition between shippers and third party logistics (3PLs) providers to secure those assets in order to maintain supply chain velocity. Additionally, for shippers with enough freight volume on competitive lanes, a virtual fleet can also be a viable alternative.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 8, 2019

And with that, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Walmart Toughens Delivery Demands for Suppliers (WSJ – sub. Providers of real-time freight visibility solutions. Simply put, OTIF spells OPPORTUNITY for transportation technology providers.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 25, 2015

Freight costs are eminently controllable, however, efficiently managing this major budget item requires expertise. In the complex world of modern transportation, companies lacking the experience to professionally handle the intricacies of transportation management are sure to find controlling shipping costs an extreme challenge.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

OCTOBER 17, 2017

The third party logistics (3PL) model, while critical to smaller, low-volume shippers, has never been the best option for organizations shipping moderate-to-high volumes of freight. Purveyors of logistics IT solutions have been warning of the shortcomings of 3PL tech for years.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 22, 2015

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) jointly proposed standards for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles that would improve fuel efficiency and cut carbon emissions. appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Locus

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Staff unavailability, material and component shortages, roadblocks, bottlenecks in transportation and high shipping costs, all contributed to this situation. A recent example of this is the Suez Canal blockage , when a container ship was wedged in the canal, bringing freight movement to a halt and leading to delays in deliveries.

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Supply Chain Network

APRIL 5, 2018

With maritime transport growing at an average rate of over 8.5 Shippers, carriers, freight forwarders and third party logistic firms are currently spending millions of dollars in resources on ‘estimating’ important metrics such as container Estimated Time of Arrival (ETAs).

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GlobalTranz

JULY 25, 2016

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. In other words, some carriers may not even be available to you without a third-party logistics provider.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 14, 2015

The relationship between a shipper and a logistics provider often starts as a transactional process. The shipper has an immediate need, which leads to a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quote (RFQ) process then ultimately selects a third-party logistics (3PL) supplier to execute on that need.

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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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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 4, 2015

Editor's Note: As a third party logistics company with a focus on better Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) freight management, we have several shippers who are in the manufacturing industry. However, effectively measuring, analyzing, and improving upon those manufacturing metrics is more complicated than it may seem.

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MAVES

JUNE 24, 2019

The global supply chain is evolving every day, adding complexity to the roles of shippers and their third-party logistics providers (3PLs). Their concerns include: infrastructure, economic stability, freight and supply chain transparency, tax regulations, security, and cross border shipping details. to name a few.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 24, 2013

If you move freight for a living, you know the importance of logistics key process indicators (KPIs). A KPI is an indicator (a metric) that you have chosen, and agreed with your partners and or customers, that will determine whether you are meeting your critical success factors. Key Process Indicators vs. Metrics.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 27, 2015

Today we continue our series on successfully working with a logistics company, often called a third party logistics company by focusing on how to properly understand the success of the engagement by knowing all the key performance indicators that a shipper could put in place. Are your IT systems state-of-the-art?

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 16, 2013

The LTL cost per pound is also completely transparent (can’t tweak the numbers) and it provides great insights into a company’s freight spending. Logistics Key Process Indicators (KPIs). The KPI gives the shipper an objective measure to compare freight rates, different weights, freight class, carriers and shipping locations.

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ShipBob

JULY 2, 2021

Here are some stats: At least half of logistics supply chains will invest in AI by the end of 2021, garnering a 15% productivity spike. The transportation and logistics industry stands to gain 89% incremental value over time through AI adoption. The estimated impact of AI in the supply chain is between $1.2 Warehouse robotics.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

Incorrect freight bills drive the accountants crazy and drive the costs up. Sometimes it has to be passed on to clients, who were already billed for freight or the added cost has to be absorbed by the shipper. Shippers should measure the number of accurate freight bills. Logistics Key Process Indicators (KPIs).

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2012

The post Webinar: How to Measure LTL Carrier Performance and Save Money (November 21, 2012) appeared first on The Logistics of Logistics.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

The post Webinar: Using LTL Key Process Indicators (February 27, 2013) appeared first on The Logistics of Logistics.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Another option is to work in a warehouse, or in transport, or maybe in customer service where you are dealing with people all the time. If engineering is your thing, you could join a third-party logistics company and focus on solutions design. You could be particularly numerate, or into analysis. Supply Chain Coordinator.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 17, 2013

Logistics Key Process Indicators (KPIs). White Paper: The Essential Guide to LTL Shipping Improvement: Action Plan and Metrics for Rapid Transformation. The post The Best LTL KPI for Measuring On Time Performance appeared first on The Logistics of Logistics. Additional Reading on LTL KPIs & LTL Carrier Scorecards.

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