Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2024

This allows for “the industry’s first unified business planning platform that enables bi-directional collaboration between supply chain planning and execution systems.” This is a significant step forward for the industry, but explaining why takes some effort. The same disconnect can happen in the warehouse and in transportation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 22, 2021

Combined with the heightened concerns regarding climate change and associated sustainability impacts, all businesses should consider and assess these changes using the lens of environmental sustainability. Emerging technologies play a role in managing disruption and are driving change in the transportation and logistics industries.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Putting the Planet First: Bringing Sustainability To The Last-Mile With Logistics Technology. Scale and Sustainability: The Ultimate Balancing Act. Growth is increasingly being pursued with greater emphasis on sustainability, and rightly so. How does sustainable growth figure in this context? trillion in 2021, up from $4.2

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Phillip is a serial entrepreneur, Y Combinator alum, and sustainability and supply chain expert. Phil is a San Francisco native, who earned an Industrial Engineering degree from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo. Arka’s API uses AI to auto-replenish packaging inventory for warehouses and 3PLs.

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Ware2Go

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Learn how fast shipping promises drive top of funnel purchase decisions and how merchants of all sizes can make fulfillment a competitive advantage. When Amazon Prime launched in 2005, 2-day shipping was a novelty and what Jeff Bezos himself said felt like “an indulgent luxury”. Fast Shipping in 2022. A Look Back.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2023

Shane is Founder and CEO of Square1 Distribution & Logistics , a 3PL Warehouse that focuses on the Beauty and Packaged Food sectors. He is the Founder and CEO of Square1 Distribution & Logistics, a 3PL Warehouse that focuses on the Beauty and Packaged Food sectors. He is also a US Army veteran.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 14, 2023

Bulu Box has since evolved alongside the ecommerce industry, diversifying its offerings to include a software company, and partnering with major retail brands like American Express, BuzzFeed, Clorox, Disney, Pepsi, and Scotts Miracle-Gro to create “Private-Label Subscription Box” programs.

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Ware2Go

APRIL 11, 2023

Sustainable eCommerce is more than just a buzz-word: Both consumers and small midsized businesses (SMBs) are growing more concerned about the impact of eCommerce on the environment. Learn how businesses of all sizes can help build a more sustainable eCommerce industry, with examples of environmentally friendly brands that are leading the way.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 25, 2023

Paul Brashier and Joe Lynch discuss lingering port congestion and other issues causing shipping delays. About Paul Brashier Paul Brashier has been an industry leader in the sales and logistics industry for over 20 years, working for such companies as Schneider National, Coors Brewing, and Coca-Cola.

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Ware2Go

APRIL 28, 2023

Dock-to-Stock time is the amount of time it takes for a product to arrive at a point of origin (like a warehouse ) and be stocked on the shelf, ready to ship. Every minute that product sits on a truck, cargo ship, or warehouse dock is a minute that it can’t be turned back into revenue. Increased capital on-hand.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The responsibility of sustainability is no longer limited to the individual, but it extends to corporations, industries and even governments. The global supply chain industry has by default, a large environmental impact, through its carbon footprint. We are committed to preparing the supply chains of the future.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

Grafton Elliott and Joe Lynch discuss big, bulky, and rural shipping. Grafton is the Founder and CEO of Onward, a big and bulky shipping network that helps retailers offer local like delivery service, to their customers located in suburban and rural zip codes. A nationwide big and bulky brokerage based in Maryland.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2024

I have often written about legal issues and battles in California, as the state has been in the news for its warehouse and trucking emission rules, independent contractor rules for gig workers, and union disagreements at ports. Well, this week, I saw a new story about a bill in California that is turning heads.

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Ware2Go

JUNE 20, 2023

As fast-growing businesses turn their attention to upcoming holiday demand, Ware2Go has tapped our internal experts and the latest industry data to create insights around what to expect and how to plan for peak season. In May 2023, shipping rates from Asia suddenly plummeted. However, these options are more expensive in the short term.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

If you are a product manufacturer, you know all too well the perils of shipping products from your factory or warehouse to a DC or retailer. Packaging and product damage during shipping is extremely common. The problem is so pervasive that it has spawned an industry of consultants, software and tracking technology.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

At that time, pollution wasn’t mentioned by economics scholars, that’s why pollution caused by industries was not part of economic discussions. After recognizing the importance of pollution within the economic systems, a tax was suggested for environmental pollution caused by industries (EM Ojo). Why go green?

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6 River Systems

JUNE 29, 2020

With more brick-and-mortar stores shutting their doors than ever before and demand for warehouse space on the rise, retail warehousing creates a profitable opportunity for many companies. In this post, we’ll discuss the trends contributing to the retail warehousing trend and three ways retail warehousing impacts profitability.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Even consumers find making online returns a pain, having to repack, print shipping labels for and drop off unwanted online purchases. Returns are costly even before the shipping process is accounted for, costing retailers on average $10 – $20 per return. Jorge Lopera is Vice President Latin America & Industry at FarEye.

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ThroughPut

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Studies show that worldwide, companies spend an estimated $350 billion a year on warehousing, and this number is only estimated to increase with high dependence on traditional warehouse practices. Warehousing is a vital function of global supply chain management, however often overlooked. Lean warehousing.

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Warehouse robots are just one form of warehouse automation , but they’re making a big impact. From greater flexibility and scalability to productivity gains, a faster ROI compared to other automation solutions and better resource management, warehouse robots are changing the face of warehousing.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 10, 2024

He aspires to be a game-changer, bringing joy and exceptional experiences to the retail and real estate industries. Backed by Ajlan & Bros and SF Express, they offer a comprehensive suite of solutions including express delivery, e-commerce fulfillment, warehousing, and freight forwarding across air, ocean, and road.

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Invata Intralogistics

APRIL 4, 2024

Warehousing and fulfillment have come a long way from the days of manual labor and basic shelving. The Dawn of Automated Storage The Industrial Revolution created the need for better storage and retrieval systems. The Sustainable Shift The future of AS is not just about innovation but also about sustainability.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

The initiative involves placing RFID tags on packages and wearable devices on employees to eliminate manual scans, reduce misloads, and accelerate parcel throughput in the delivery giant’s warehouses. The average contract cost of shipping a container from China to the U.S. Retailers in the U.S. West Coast was $2,618 as of Feb.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Let’s consider these top factors affecting the trucking market, their implications on supply chains and how they are driving change within the industry. . High freight volumes across all industries in the trucking market are expected to continue into 2022.? Legislation may also affect change in the industry.?

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Vinculum

JUNE 13, 2022

The warehouse management is a critical player in managing the e-commerce business platform diversely. The warehouse management system plays a vital role in enhancing the sales funnel in the market to grab the attention of the vast crowd. The warehouse management keeps track of in and out of the stocks effectively.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

But sometimes, branding has to take a back seat to sustainability. That’s exactly what Amazon is doing as it with its “Ships in Product Packaging” (SIPP) program, which, as the name suggests, allows products to ship in their original box or bag without any added Amazon packaging. and Canada. and Canada.

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Locus

JUNE 3, 2022

In fact, it will not be a stretch to say that climate change is currently the biggest threat that global supply chains are facing today and is responsible for shortages and disruptions in several industries. Hurricane Ida struck the Gulf of Mexico in August 2021, destroying industrial installations for pharmaceuticals and plastics.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 12, 2022

While some multi-industry supply chain teams are likely continuing to experience and mitigate disruptions, particularly shortages related to semiconductor devices, this overall downward trending should be viewed as positive. According to the September report , growth is increasing for inventory levels, inventory and warehousing costs.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 11, 2022

How Eco-Friendly Packaging is Impacting Sustainability! Many businesses are now switching to eco-friendly packaging and shipping mailers to solve this problem. Switching to eco-friendly materials for your product packaging and shipping is a major shift for most businesses. Reduce Waste. Reduce Waste. Improve Product Safety.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 5, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights communication made by retailer Walmart regarding a significant bet on warehouse robotics having attractive operating profitability promise. This large retailer has expanded its capital expenditure budget to upwards of $20 billion in 2022. The report indicates that the retailer’s 1.4

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DELMIA Quintiq

JULY 3, 2023

Synchronize inventory management with ice cream production processes Frozen foods operations in the ice cream industry benefit from warehouse management systems to reduce movement in freezers to maintain temperature, gain complete inventory visibility, monitor workflow, and manage returns, receiving, and picking.

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Vinculum

MARCH 25, 2021

Introduction: A warehouse always seems like such a simple concept – “they store things, and then maybe sort them, pack them, deliver some of them – pretty straightforward”. Changes of a Successful Warehouse Operation: There are many factors that go into building a successful and profitable warehouse operation.

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Stord

FEBRUARY 10, 2019

The transformation of former retail stores into new warehouses -- retail-to-industrial conversions -- has gained momentum in some markets with high demand for space. According to a recent report , this process usually happens in areas with industrial availability below 5%. Warehouse robotics could be worth $30.8

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2023

And while this definitely points to an industry making strides, a recent Procurious survey found that 75 percent of women in supply chain experience gender-based adversity. A central part of Amazon’s ultrafast delivery strategy is its network of warehouses that the company calls same-day sites. The company’s Supply Chain 3.0

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

This tends to demonstrate that the industry is hopelessly linked with a tremendous amount of waste and therefore linked to emissions which damage our planet. Ironically, it is developing nations that are at the forefront of efficient and sustainable healthcare UAV delivery.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2024

The goods flow through 3 import centers, 14 strategically located distribution centers in North America, 106 final-mile shipping hubs, and nearly 1,700 branch locations. But we recognize that the industry is moving to even more speed! These trucks range in size from semi-trucks to delivery vans. Across the US, Ferguson has 6.5

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The logistics landscape is rapidly evolving, shaped by technological advancements, shifting customer expectations, and a heightened focus on sustainability. This forward-looking framework isn’t just about adapting; it’s about leading, reshaping and creating the future for the logistics industry.

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