The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 20, 2022

Urgent – The Ukraine Logistics Coalition with Ben Gordon. People who work in logistics and supply chain are in a unique position to help the people of the Ukraine. If you can support The Ukraine Logistics Coalition with a donation of money, equipment, facilities, expertise, please contact Benjamin Gordon ben@bgsa.com.

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3PL Insights

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Retail logistics is responsible for delivering products to customers both in physical stores and online. This process starts from the moment a product is sourced from the supplier to the customer. Returns Management A simple and easy return policy can make a big difference in retail logistics.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 9, 2018

New practices have been proven by leading distribution and logistics providers that can reduce payroll costs by at least 5 percent, while increasing productivity and improving employee retention (source: JDA Value Engineering). There’s a fierce competition for available skills around the world, yet a big workforce shortage.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

The inner workings of logistics at Amazon are a marvel of efficiency, precision, and constant innovation. We’ll explore their logistics empire, from warehouse robots to futuristic visions, and discover how they manage millions of packages daily. Ever wonder how Amazon gets your package to your door so quickly?

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 9, 2018

New practices have been proven by leading distribution and logistics providers that can reduce payroll costs by at least 5 percent, while increasing productivity and improving employee retention (source: JDA Value Engineering). There’s a fierce competition for available skills around the world, yet a big workforce shortage.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 6, 2014

It’s one of the most common questions I get these days from third-party logistics providers (3PLs), especially this time of the year as they’re finalizing their strategies for 2015 and beyond. For years, shippers have been reporting significant logistics cost reductions from moving operations to Mexico.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 30, 2021

While the world is ready for a strong return to economic and logistics stability, there’s another risk on the horizon. The best way to avoid disruption is to source and have readily available resources to expand capacity at a moment’s notice. Also known as the CVSA roadcheck, it spans three days.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 9, 2024

This initiative is central to enhancing the management and efficiency of its logistics operations throughout Europe. Carlsberg has also introduced electric trucks and established a specialized transportation control tower in Poznan, Poland. A prospect to raise a glass to.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Five Forces Reshaping Logistics as We Know it. Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Forget what you knew about logistics. Supply chain technology investments were once delegated to a specific function such as procurement or logistics.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 7, 2014

Should you implement a technology solution from a third-party logistics provider (3PL) or is it more effective to select a pure-play TMS provider to leverage your data? The post The Road to Big Data Visibility Doesn’t Run Through Your 3PL Technology appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Unleashed

JANUARY 16, 2023

When your business is receiving more orders than it’s possible to fulfil in-house, third-party logistics (3PL) can mean the difference between disappointing customers and capitalising on that success. In this guide to third-party logistics: What is 3PL? Simplified global expansion.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 10, 2023

As your enterprise grows or market conditions change, it may become evident that your organisation can benefit from partnering with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider. If you’re a leader in a startup, you know that logistics services are likely to be a key requirement.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 15, 2018

There’s no other way to describe it: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the world of logistics. In general, the predictive analytics solutions in logistics and supply chain are on the rise. The most well-known examples are Transmetrics and ClearMetal , which were both mentioned in the latest DHL’s Logistics Trend Radar.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

A family-owned trucking, third-party logistics (3PL ), and eCommerce fulfillment company , BR Williams was awarded this title through FreightWaves Ratings. FreightWaves Ratings offers reviews on a wide range of technology products related to supply chain , freight , logistics , and fleet management.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 7, 2023

Logistics Managers Index (LMI) that dropped to an all-time low for May 2023. The May report narrative reinforced that “ the negatives seem to outweigh the positives in the logistics industry.” logistics industry continues in a state of recession. Supply Chain Matters highlights this week’s release of the U.S. The post U.S.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Although procurement logistics might sound like it involves the purchasing of manufactured products , it is much more involved. The Definition of Procurement Logistics. The simplest way to think of procurement logistics is the procurement of materials needed to manufacture products.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 1, 2018

Although it may seem counterintuitive for a third-party logistics provider (3PL), like Cerasis, to trumpet such prospects, the resounding impact will drive greater efficiencies in supply chains. In turn, demand for 3PL services may increase, and even 3PL-based platforms, such as the Cerasis Rater, will grow in usefulness.

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West Coast and California Logistics

APRIL 22, 2020

You’re not only looking for a third-party logistics (3PL) provider that can comply with all regulatory requirements, you’re looking for a partner that truly knows your product and can fit seamlessly into your existing supply chain. Finding the right chemical storage facility for your products is an involved process.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2016

According to the article: Symphony, which helps companies like Gatorade and Hershey’s manage their web business, is doubling down on its logistics services [emphasis mine], by helping these brands enable faster shipping. Source: Symphony Commerce website. For related commentary, see Do Facebook and Twitter Need a Logistics Strategy?

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Talking Logistics

MAY 2, 2019

What factor would be the overriding reason you would bring an outsourced logistics operation back in-house? Which sources of knowledge do you use the most to stay informed of supply chain industry trends? When evaluating potential third-party logistics providers, how important are each of the following factors in the selection process?

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Zipline Logistics

JUNE 15, 2021

Because of the changes to the retail and CPG industries, forward-thinking sporting goods shippers are looking to logistics as a differentiation strategy. As industries evolved to meet the needs of modern consumers, the supply chain has become a reliable source of competitive advantage.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 26, 2019

Swipe, click, this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Google Spinoff’s Drone Delivery Business First to Get FAA Approval (Bloomberg) Amazon to invest $800 million to make one-day free shipping the standard for Prime members (WSJ – sub. Honestly, this depressed the heck out of me. The First Drone Airline.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Too few companies have a holistic approach to embrace the plan, make, source, and deliver together. Procurement processes–encumbered by a focus on paperless processing, RFPs/RFQs, and efficient procurement–do not embrace the capabilities and requirements of direct material sourcing. Current State of Visibility.

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Supply Chain Network

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

One of the things I most look forward to when attending the RILA Supply Chain conference is all of the great retail global logistics & supply chain professionals and information to be found assembled all in one place. Click here to review the balance of this post on the RILA Checkout Blog !

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Procurement Academy

AUGUST 10, 2021

The Elastic Logistics approach has become an appropriate response recently when Supply Chain Management (SCM) found the challenges of persistently tracking an enormous variety of items and suppliers and the need to fulfill ever-growing client’s personalized demands and expectations. What is elastic logistics?

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Talking Logistics

MAY 6, 2019

As highlighted in our previous Omni-Channel Logistics Leaders report, many companies are still not performing to their full potential when it comes to omni-channel fulfillment, and they continue to experience challenges related to inventory visibility and optimization. What are the main causes of this “confidence gap” in inventory accuracy?

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Talking Logistics

JULY 31, 2013

I have long argued that third party logistics providers (3PLs) should set themselves apart from the competition by fully harnessing the power and value of their customer and employee communities (see “ If Operational Excellence is a Given, Then What Else Matters for 3PLs? ” Robinson is a Talking Logistics sponsor).

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The 2023 FMI Supply Chain Forum brings together professionals from various sectors, including retail, consumer packaged goods (CPG), manufacturing, and third-party logistics, to discuss the pressing issues and opportunities in the food industry. Households have spent their savings, and questions loom about future fuel sources.

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Turvo

MARCH 1, 2022

Worldwide third-party logistics (3PL) has emerged as a viable option for meeting global distribution demands. But global logistics is still a reactive industry. Collaborative TMS is a new case of cooperation in GSC execution that can create partnerships, minimize delivery time and increase delivery dependability.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 18, 2014

Now is the Time for Manufacturing to Look at Logistics Efficiency. By adopting a logistics efficiency management approach, logistics related costs as a percentage of sales drops to 4% to 7% depending on industry sector. And we have also written a comprehensive guide to why you should outsource to a third party logistics company.

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

“All great enterprises are about logistics. Not genius or inspiration or flights of imagination, skill or cunning, but logistics.” — Tom McCarthy. This was majorly due to their inability to understand and adapt to the changing logistics trends. A decade back these developments in logistics might have seemed impossible.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

To understand what’s going on with third-party logistics , we had an extensive discussion with four industry thought leaders at BR Williams. Thomas Bardwell (TB), Vice President of Logistics : The stimulus and unemployment benefits kept many drivers and potential drivers on the sidelines.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 22, 2015

Editor’s Note: Almost 14 months ago we wrote one of our most popular posts entitled, “ The History of Supply Chain and Logistics Management ” contained a bit of history, definitions, and a great infographic visually going through the history of supply chain and logistics management. What is a Logistics Framework?

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 30, 2020

They are seldom cross-functional to optimize source, make, and deliver together. In this evolution, companies will quickly learn the pitfalls of multi-tier warehouse management and the latency with third-party logistics (3PL) signals. Supply Chains to Admire Analysis for the Pharmaceutical Industry. Rethink Manufacturing.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 31, 2021

This creates many challenges for retailers and manufacturers who either fulfill orders themselves or contract with third-party logistics (3PLs) partners to perform these services. Read the Unified Logistics eBook. Read the Unified Logistics eBook. In an upcoming LinkedIn Live session on Sept. 14, 2021, 4 p.m.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 22, 2016

Logistics technologies are changing how modern retailers operate. Home Depot is revamping their distribution center strategy to include a host of regional centers, and logistics providers stand to reap significant profits from increased collaboration in the marketplace. What’s Driving Investments in Logistics Technology in E-Commerce?

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Parade

MARCH 9, 2022

The integration between the Turvo and the Parade gives freight brokers and third-party logistics companies a modern, cloud-based TMS with automated capacity management for higher margin sourcing and coverage of carriers," said Scott Lang, Chairman and CEO of Turvo. About Turvo. www.turvo.com ). About Parade.

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