Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2018

This article was first published in the July / August 2018 issue of MHD Supply Chain Solutions. It would be tempting to think of reverse logistics as forward logistics done backwards. Reverse logistic isn’t simply a reverse gear. This also qualifies as reverse logistics.

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Locus

MAY 12, 2023

The Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo has once again, exceeded our expectations, leaving us inspired and engaged We had some thought-provoking conversations with stakeholders on the latest industry dynamics, pain points, customer expectations, and innovative supply chain strategies.

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Freightos

MARCH 3, 2015

The secret behind the innovation is Google X , a lab whose boss has the job title “Captain of Moonshot”, focused on looking at what everyone thinks is impossible and flipping it on its head. Today, we’re proud to present Cathy Roberson’s… 3 Technology Trends Changing the Supply Chain (2015-2020) Part IV.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2019

It is that time of year again when we at Cerasis take a global view of what trends to expect in supply chain management throughout the remainder of the year. We will delve into what will set third-party logistics providers apart in the coming year, and what to expect as e-commerce continues to merge with brick-and-mortar retail.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 30, 2018

The days of managing supply chains through databases and changing information are over. Although blockchain is often related closely to cryptocurrency, it holds great value for use in supply chain management. An Introduction to Blockchain and Its Potential Benefits and Drawbacks in Supply Chain Management.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 126

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Every day, innovations that weren’t even conceivable a decade ago are used without a second thought. Can you possibly prepare for a supply chain future that may be completely inconceivable right now? However, this strategy involves more than parts of your supply chain watching for simple leaps forward in tech evolution.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2022

For retailers, on the parcel side of ecommerce, one of the largest inbound shipments is returns, with a volume of 10% to 35%, according to Erik Caldwell, President of Last Mile Delivery for XPO Logistics. The logistics of transporting and warehousing returns is a necessary evil for retailers aiming to satisfy and delight consumers.

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

But now we have entered a new era of logistics that requires technological adoption and strategic execution. Welcome to 2022: Top 10 Supply chain logistics trends to watch out for 2022. At the end of the year, businesses have learnt a lot of lessons in logistics. But the question is what practices.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 26, 2019

Crafting an integrated supply chain strategy that helps retailers deliver on their promise and keep prices competitive is at the heart of this challenge. There is reduced margin for error or disruption across supply chains because consumers are demanding goods faster than ever. Demand for new shipping options.

Retail 142

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Locus

MAY 9, 2023

Customization Conundrum and Reverse Logistics: Retailers are often stymied by their inability to efficiently manage returns. The high cost of reverse logistics stems from subpar delivery systems that struggle with capacity and routing optimization. Why Retailers Should Focus on Carbon Neutral Shipping?

Expense Reduction 52

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ShipBob

JULY 2, 2021

With on-demand logistics on the rise (due to high standards and expectations around accurate, fast, and reliable delivery), technology continues to play a tremendous role in supply chain efficiency. 5 supply chain technology trends to look out for. AI continues to advance and make waves in the supply chain.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 12, 2018

That doesn’t even count the mountains of products that are shipped back for recycling, repairs or replacement via reverse logistics. Schultz of Logistics Management , and profitability continues to rise. Being able to reorder products through LTL shipping for e-commerce retail is essential to success.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 3, 2021

Supply chains are continually disrupted by container shortages, a lack of air freight capacity, and movement restrictions implemented by governments to combat the pandemic. Customers can shop online and have their orders shipped from a local Target store to their homes in as little as one hour. Good for Amazon, Good for Kohl’s.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

Contract Logistics is a critical aspect of the supply chain that often remains behind the scenes but plays a significant role in ensuring the efficient movement and management of goods. Read More: 6 Logistics KPIs Attributes That are Essential ] What is Contract Logistics?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 90

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GlobalTranz

JULY 24, 2017

While it may not describe everything in supply chains, it does accurately describe the overhead costs today’s shippers and carriers have enjoyed recently. Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping has been amid a capacity crunch. Therefore, any LTL system must consider reverse logistics in every function. A Mobile App.

Transportation Management 139

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 18, 2019

The editorial staff at Supply Chain Digest (SCD) note, “The omnichannel world brings many opportunities — and challenges. ” The digital path to purchase and the rise of omnichannel operations has implications up and down the supply chain. ”[2]. Upstream omnichannel challenges.

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Intelligent Audit

APRIL 26, 2022

In the supply chain, increasing costs have become crippling. As rising prices continue to impact every leg of the supply chain, shipping companies need to be creative to cut costs and check for business inefficiencies. How Anomaly Detection Proves its Value in Supply Chain.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 17, 2023

For UPS , the end-of-year peak season shipping boom gave them a chance to strut their stuff, while for FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam, 2022 held challenge after challenge. The Logistics Managers Index (LMI) showed a reading of 36.9% Vice President of Innovation and Automation. LMI Reveals Bleak Outlook for Transportation Industry.

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Locus

JUNE 16, 2023

This phase isn’t just a logistical necessity—it swallows up between 40-55% of total shipping costs. Read also: Tackling Vehicle Idling in Last-Mile Logistics 4. Reverse logistics costs: Returns and product replacements significantly impact operational costs.

Cost Reduction Strategies 98

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 9, 2023

As the transportation industry waves goodbye (and good riddance) to 2022, innovative logistics professionals are already working hard to make 2023 a banner year for the global transportation industry. surcharge on shipments to domestic packages shipped to remote ZIP codes. FedEx Launches Consolidated Returns Service.

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Requis

JUNE 25, 2020

Susie Bodnar is part of the generation that is driving supply chain innovation forward. She is a 15-year logistics veteran, educator, consultant, and an active volunteer with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP). Supply Chain Next · 012 – Susie Bodnar.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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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. We explore what’s behind this new trend, and what it means for supply chain.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 74

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FLEXE

APRIL 12, 2017

Retailers, of every shape and size, are faced with the threat: “Innovate or die.”. Your Supply Chain: Differentiator or Weakest Link? In eCommerce, logistics can make or break your business. That means, nearly 61 out of 100 shoppers on your site will go elsewhere if shipping costs are too high.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

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6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

To resolve these challenges, retain their competitive edge, grow their consumer base and operational savings, business owners are rethinking logistics processes and leveraging innovative solutions to bring their e-commerce and retail operations into the digital age. However, this is no walk in the park.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

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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. We explore what’s behind this new trend, and what it means for supply chain.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 60

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 23, 2024

This year, nearly 40,000 attendees comprising 6,200 brands from all over the world headed to the Javits Center to see what new solutions and innovations software and hardware suppliers had in store for 2024 and beyond. Here are the ones that stood out to me, especially as it relates to supply chain data.

Supply Chain Planning Software 209

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4WL Consulting

AUGUST 8, 2017

Can small and medium-sized businesses possibly compete with the kind of buying power, networks, and innovations Amazon has at its disposal? The new sweatshop scandal, overworked supply chain employees can irreparably damage a brand through the right news outlets, and Amazon has been walking a thin line for some time. .

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

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4WL Consulting

AUGUST 8, 2017

Can small and medium-sized businesses possibly compete with the kind of buying power, networks, and innovations Amazon has at its disposal? The new sweatshop scandal, overworked supply chain employees can irreparably damage a brand through the right news outlets, and Amazon has been walking a thin line for some time. .

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

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4WL Consulting

AUGUST 8, 2017

Can small and medium-sized businesses possibly compete with the kind of buying power, networks, and innovations Amazon has at its disposal? The new sweatshop scandal, overworked supply chain employees can irreparably damage a brand through the right news outlets, and Amazon has been walking a thin line for some time. .

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 9, 2015

Once upon a time, there were fewer manufacturing entities in the world, and shipping companies clamored for relationships with each and every business. Fortunately, Third-Party Logistics Service Providers (3PLs) offer a solution to this problem to help in gaining efficiency in transportation management. Improved Employee Satisfaction.

Transportation Management 120

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Ware2Go

APRIL 11, 2023

This likely does not account for the impact of reverse logistics. A full 66% of consumers said they would be more likely to purchase from a brand with a sustainable shipping option, as long as they could still receive their item in 2 days or less.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 11, 2016

As a result of demand for cheaper labor in overseas markets, as well as a demand by European countries to explore and develop more powerful, accountable robotic systems, as explained by the staff of Supply Chain 24/7, governments and foreign investors are poised to invest up to 2.1 billion euros into robots by 2020.

Warehousing 120

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 8, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. For the last two decades, the field of e-commerce fulfillment (logistics) has been going through the golden age because of the equally growing market of e-commerce providers (online sellers). Amazon suddenly changed the game by introducing the 2-day shipping program of Amazon Prime.

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Ware2Go

APRIL 20, 2022

This likely does not account for the impact of reverse logistics. A report by Oceana estimates that we could circle the world 500 times with just the protective plastic pillows Amazon shipped out in their packages in 2019. Healthway is reimagining the world as a better, safer place through innovative air purification solutions.

Sustainability 59

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Shipchain

AUGUST 24, 2018

The inception of blockchain technology for use in logistics and supply chain management represents one of the most significant innovations in the industry. Unfortunately, the same improvements that lead to the creation of mega-supply chains have also created a significant problem for the trucking industry.

Cost Reduction Strategies 79

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 13, 2016

We have discussed how manufacturers are changing the landscape through surprising, innovative trends. Changes in manufacturing processes, which will increase production, lead to one ultimate result--the logistics industry must change. However, the modern consumer is driving and expansions of services to include the entire supply chain.

Trends 120

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

This is the first of a two-part series where I will curate and cull information from my 4 decades of experience in logistics cost reduction at various positions in the supply chain. According to the CSCMP's "State of Logistics" Report from 2015, logistics costs now make up over 8% of the GDP. Try a velocity layout.

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