The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 9, 2023

Dan is the Chief Marketing Officer at Softeon , a global provider of innovative supply chain solutions that delivers supply chain success – every time. Dan Gilmore is the CMO of Softeon , a global provider of innovative supply chain solutions that delivers supply chain success – every time. Warehouse Management System (WMS) , 2.)

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Stord

DECEMBER 4, 2023

ATLANTA, GA, December 4, 2023 – Stord , a leader in omnichannel fulfillment services and technology for mid-market and enterprise brands, announced today that it has been named a Top Tech Startup for 2023 by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Many of today's startups are poised to disrupt the supply chain space.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Reverse logistics is difficult and costly. In order for retailers to appeal to this demand, they are having to bear the brunt of orchestrating difficult reverse logistics processes and eat the costs of doing so themselves. Moving Forward: Reverse Logistics Technology. In the U.S, Fulfilling online returns, however, is not.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 24, 2023

Karl Siebrecht and Joe Lynch discuss flexible warehousing, which is exactly what Karl and the Flexe team provides to their customers. Karl is the Co-Founder and CEO of Flexe , a company that solves the hardest omnichannel logistics problems for the world’s largest retailers and brands.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Automation in the warehouse is essential to meeting the growing demand of e-commerce and the blending of traditional supply chain channels into the omnichannel supply chain. Unfortunately, warehouse capacity around the country is tight, but available capacity is only being used at rates shy of 70 percent. Download WhitePaper.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

Trends Transforming Logistics and Supply Chains In the MENA Region in 2023. by Dr Shereen Nassar , Global Director of Logistics Studies and Director of MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management Suite at Heriot-Watt University Dubai. Flexibility for Resilient and Optimised Logistics and Supply Chain. billion USD by 2026.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 26, 2017

How technology in logistics grew throughout 2016 is not limited to the technology that delivers products or enables better, faster picking processes. But, you need to understand where the investments focused, how they relate to improving supply chains and why they are essential to omnichannel logistics solutions.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Google the term “omnichannel” and you are likely to find as many articles about the challenges associated with omnichannel fulfillment as you are about the importance of omnichannel operations for the future of retail. Fulfillment is the back half of the omnichannel operations story. ” Solution.

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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. A 2021 McKinsey study, that when delivery times are too long, almost half of omnichannel consumers will shop elsewhere. Sustainable Warehousing. Where the warehouse is located is also important. trillion in 2021, up from $4.2

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 5, 2019

Ken Cottrill, a Global Communications Consultant at MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics, believes the pessimists are wrong. ”[1] A significant part of that redefinition involves omnichannel operations. 3] Omnichannel operations may be simple in concept but they are difficult to implement.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The need to blend operational efficiency with sustainability and fiscal prudence has organizations exploring innovative ways to help ‘future-proof’ transportation spending challenges. From autonomous vehicles to robotic warehouse management systems (WMS), businesses are increasingly integrating automation into their supply chain operations.

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Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

How can you identify the innovations that will really take your company forward? These technologies also receive plenty of attention at conferences and events which promise – usually implicitly – to guide delegates through the innovation maze. In early June I attended a two-day conference in Lisbon on the world of e-commerce logistics.

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Stord

JULY 7, 2023

Atlanta, GA, July 6, 2023 – Stord , a leader in fulfillment services and technology for omnichannel mid-market and enterprise brands, has been recognized by SupplyTech Breakthrough as the 3PL Platform of the Year. Combined, these solutions enable brands to achieve world-class logistics with ease and flexibility."

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 20, 2021

”[3] As the digital path to purchase gets more crowded, the pressure on last-mile logistics also increases. To this extent, logistics and shipping represent the final and essential factor in the equation for e-commerce success.” The growing e-commerce trend also demonstrates the importance of omnichannel retail strategies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 19, 2023

However, AI’s inability to solve the very limited problem of ensuring that inventory is located in the right place in a warehouse suggests that planners don’t have to worry too much about job security. For fulfillment to be efficient, a warehouse needs the right inventory located in the right slots in a warehouse.

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ShipBob

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Good warehouse management relies heavily on visibility and coordination as well as strategic planning. To make this happen, businesses need to take advantage of technology solutions that allow them to seamlessly share data, communicate, and execute different warehousing tasks. What is warehouse technology? Let’s get started.

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6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Efficient, streamlined logistics operations play a critical role in meeting consumer demand, increasing customer satisfaction and ultimately, reducing operational costs. In today’s competitive retail sector, optimizing logistics processes enables retailers to gain an advantage. However, this is no walk in the park.

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Supply Chain Movement

DECEMBER 14, 2015

Breakthrough for omnichannel and new technologies. For warehousing a new era is dawning. on the one hand, the breakthrough of omnichannel business means increasingly complex logistics processes because of smaller order quantities and shorter delivery times. For warehousing a new era is dawning.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2021

Combined with omnichannel offerings like buy online pick up in store (BOPIS) and curbside pickup, two-hour and same-day delivery round out a suite of order fulfillment services even Amazon cannot match. Inventory location and availability (from warehouse management software). Carrier delivery status (visibility/performance).

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Regardless of what it was (new tube of toothpaste, dog treats for your pup, or a new filter for your water purification system), logistics is the system behind getting it into your hands. Warehousing and storage. What is a logistics startup? The logistics ecosystem is continually changing. Established logistics companies.

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Kinaxis

JUNE 26, 2017

The 2017 Supply Chain & Logistics EMEA summit & expo was one such opportunity. About three hundred supply chain professionals from various pockets of the world representing manufacturers, retailers, logistics providers, and technology vendors took part in the summit. Here are the key takeaways for me from the event.

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Veridian Solutions

AUGUST 9, 2018

The 2018 State of Logistics Report , sponsored by 3PL Central , indicates warehousing models are evolving at a phenomenal rate. Online and mobile innovations are at the heart of increased traceability and visibility, and products must be delivered at break-neck speeds. Optimize warehouse design. Even with 5.2

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Stord

MAY 25, 2023

Brian Lemerise brings 20+ years of collective industry experience to further accelerate Stord’s growth and elevate customer experiences for DTC and omnichannel brands ATLANTA, May 25, 2023 – Stord , the Cloud Supply Chain leader, today announced the addition of Brian Lemerise as Vice President of Fulfillment.

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Veridian Solutions

APRIL 1, 2019

Omnichannel retail is the new “Gold Standard” for the industry. On the surface, an omnichannel approach gives consumers the ability to blend their online and physical experience into one. For supply chains, the impact of omnichannel is more significant. Why Have Retailers Forgone Warehouse Automation?

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Oracle SCM

MAY 11, 2020

Oracle has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2020 Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems report for the 5th consecutive year. This year's report states, "The WMS market remains vibrant with vendors continuing to innovate. Gartner, Inc., GARTNER is a registered trademark and service mark of Gartner, Inc.

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Vinculum

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

The retail space is experiencing substantial changes, lately, that can be attributed to the breakthrough technological advancements and innovations. Today’s Gen-Z customers being highly tech-savvy are relying on an omnichannel retailing approach. Warehouse Management System Overview.

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Elementum

AUGUST 8, 2018

That’s probably why some of the biggest companies in the world are moving beyond retail to establish their own logistics task forces. From Amazon to FedEx, the line between e-commerce retailer and logistics provider is blurring. How E-Commerce Brought Logistics From a Back-End Function to an Operational Powerhouse.

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Stord

AUGUST 10, 2023

10, 2023 — Stord , a leader in omnichannel fulfillment services and technology for mid-market and enterprise brands, today announces that Melanie Kalemba has joined the company’s Board of Directors as an Independent Board Director. Melanie brings a wealth of experience and expertise in e-commerce, logistics, and OMS systems.

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FLEXE

JANUARY 25, 2018

Omnichannel has been a buzzword for years. In the coming years, omnichannel will mean a lot more than having a physical retail and online presence. Initially, the focus on omnichannel surrounded legacy brick-and-mortar retailers establishing an online presence. Omnichannel is complicated. Just look at Amazon.

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Third-party logistics, or 3PLs, help outsource business operations such as supply chain and logistics. The global demand for 3PL (third-party logistics) services is increasing due to the rapid rise of e-commerce. Innovation To cope with labor, freight movement, and distribution networks, 3PLs should embrace change.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Supply chain leaders need to understand why logistics fundamentals will continue to shape e-commerce shipping strategy. Minor improvements in the warehouse management system can help fulfill more orders, but the entire process will fail without a focus on the transportation strategy. What’s Wrong With E-Commerce Shipping Practices?

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 3, 2014

Menlo Logistics Announces Launch of New Brand and Website. Moving on to omnichannel fulfillment, Manhattan Associates introduced Available to Commerce™ , which gives retailers “the power to offer specific units of inventory available for sale in the most appropriate channel (online, store, same-day delivery, etc.)

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 10, 2014

Next week, I’ll be speaking at the Ryder Innovate Forum in Chicago and the Elemica reveal 2014 conference in Frankfurt. Million in Financing to Fuel Growth & Innovation. Lowenthal calls for innovative approach for freight infrastructure funding (Logistics Management). Nulogy Raises $7.5 Bill from Calif.

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Elementum

AUGUST 8, 2018

That’s probably why some of the biggest companies in the world are moving beyond retail to establish their own logistics task forces. From Amazon to FedEx, the line between e-commerce retailer and logistics provider is blurring. How E-Commerce Brought Logistics From a Back-End Function to an Operational Powerhouse.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 25, 2019

For companies to meet the rising demand for direct-to-consumer orders, MHE offerings must become more innovative. As the Amazon Effect continues to inspire innovations in the industry and elevate supply chain standards, the competitive landscape also requires organizations to be more flexible. 2 The shift to a hybrid omnichannel model.

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Locus Robotics

APRIL 16, 2021

Originally published in Manufacturing & Logistics IT - March 2021. It was soon apparent that traditional methods of order fulfilment were no longer be effective, especially in warehouses where depleted and socially distanced workforces were struggling to keep pace with rapidly expanding order volumes. Improving productivity.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

This is the second part of my series on various ways to reduce overall costs as it relates to logistics and warehouse cost reductions. In the first part I put forth 6 areas of focus in order to reduce logistics costs. Today, I will now address how a focus on inventory will allow for warehouse cost reductions as well.

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