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Top 15 Logistics Blog Posts of 2014

GlobalTranz

However, I encourage you to browse the entire logistics category so you may see the most recent posts as well, because typically, the earlier the post was published, the more views (but that is not always the case). What is Reverse Logistics and How Is It Different than Traditional Logistics? Read the full Post.

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The Top 6 Trends in Logistics Impacting Shippers in 2017

GlobalTranz

According to PLS Logistics , global companies will install procurement managers in China for entire organizations by 2025. Meanwhile, the use of Big Data will empower new fleets and freight optimization and consolidation measures, and the IoT will provide new insights. Organizations Will Streamline Reverse Logistics.

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Tips for Effectively Managing E-Commerce Logistics

GlobalTranz

The challenges of managing e-commerce logistics mirror the challenges of traditional logistics management , but with an added emphasis placed on speed of order fulfillment and delivery, as well as thorough, timely management of reverse logistics. Offer multiple shipping options to consumers.

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How manufacturers can respond to supply chain disruptions

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

It’s premature to know at this stage what the full impact will be on our economies and supply chains, but we can expect more delays of supply of imported inventory, food, and component parts, due to reduced or rescheduled air and sea freight. Supply chain disruptions are making organisations re-assess processes like order fulfilment.

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

SCMDOJO

Key Players In the world of contract logistics, several key players collaborate to ensure the smooth functioning of the supply chain. Let’s take a closer look at these stakeholders and their roles: Shippers: Shippers are businesses that produce or procure goods and require them to be transported to their intended destinations.

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Inbound vs. Outbound Logistics: Understanding the Key Differences and Optimizing the Last Mile

Locus

Focus Procurement, receiving, storage, and inventory management. Activities Tasks such as supplier management, procurement planning, order placement, transportation coordination, receiving and inspection, warehousing, and inventory management. The complexity of returns and reverse logistics shouldn’t be underestimated.

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Reverse Supply Chains: Best Practices for Better Asset Recovery

GlobalTranz

As most warehouse strategies are formed to combat issues of product shortage or provide important accounting data regarding a product, technology has been created to help reverse supply chains and drive larger recovery by serving the business needs for selling surplus. Identify waste streams and inefficiencies.