3PL Insights

JUNE 15, 2020

companies were offshoring their manufacturing to countries with less restrictions and cheaper labor. But now manufacturing overseas presents risks to companies; many of which are sure to have a severe impact to the bottom line. Small to medium-sized manufacturers without an online presence will need to get one in order to compete.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 14, 2017

CX North America Releases Freight Vision Mobile App. Two judges smack down notorious patent holder “Shipping and Transit” in one week (Ars Technica). LLamasoft and LynnCo Supply Chain Solutions Announce Partnership. Paragon enhances routing and scheduling software with advanced fuel usage visibility.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 24, 2015

Lots of supply chain and logistics news this week, so let’s go straight to the items that caught my attention: Amazon now ships to your Audi’s trunk ( USA Today ). AWS revenues grew 49 percent in Q1 2015 compared to Q1 2014, while the rest of its North America business grew 22 percent. billion by the end of this year.

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RFgen

AUGUST 26, 2015

North America and Europe are currently the largest markets for mobile supply chain solutions but growth in Indian, Chinese and Japanese manufacturing and retail should drive demand for better supply chain solutions in those countries. WMS and TMS are projected to lead the growth through 2020.

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RFgen

AUGUST 26, 2015

North America and Europe are currently the largest markets for mobile supply chain solutions but growth in Indian, Chinese and Japanese manufacturing and retail should drive demand for better supply chain solutions in those countries. WMS and TMS are projected to lead the growth through 2020.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Check out Why don’t you have a TMS (Transportation Management System) Solution yet? They want not only free shipping but they also may want same day or next day delivery. If you are in a business supporting some manufacturing or retail industries you may also be subject to performance penalties if deliveries or late.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

APRIL 20, 2020

If you’re currently shipping less than truckload (LTL) or underutilized truckload freight, a retail consolidation program might be the answer you need. The right shipping strategy is vital to ensure your products are where they need to be when they need to be there, especially in times of disruption.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

, in a blog post ahead of his visit to Made in USA manufacturer, UCAN Zippers USA. Josh has graciously agreed to give away, for free, to 25 winners a digital copy of his documentary, as a way for Cerasis and Josh to celebrate manufacturers during this Manufacturing Day period! What is Manufacturing Day 2015?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 14, 2022

And their operating conditions are extremely challenging and unpredictable, from skyrocketing fuel costs and tariffs to blocked shipping lanes and ongoing geo-political conflict. A North America?n Manufacturers, retailers, and third-party logistics providers can all benefit from digitized logistics. With nearly $21.3

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

companies told investors that rising shipping costs in recent months have cut into earnings,” reports Austen Hufford from the WSJ. of America said Wednesday higher shipping costs cut into its adjusted profit by 4 cents a share in the fourth quarter. A number of U.S. Candy seller Hershey Co. Cardboard maker Packaging Corp.

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RFgen

AUGUST 10, 2023

You may also like: Schwing America: Global manufacturer of construction equipment replaces aging software, gains mobile barcoding and advanced warehouse capabilities. Read More » Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery: Award-winning Washington winemaker digital transforms warehouse operations with mobile barcoding and license plating.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Specific Example- A Multinational Foods Manufacturer A specific example involves a multinational consumer goods food manufacturer. This particular company’s product production and distribution network material flows involve 38 facilities across North America.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Passport, a customer service company focused on shipping, has raised $3 million in seed funding (TechCrunch). Intel partners with Rolls-Royce to develop autonomous cargo ships (VentureBeat). US announces intent to withdraw from international postal rate system (The Hill). BluJay Acquires Italian Customs Solution Provider, ERA System.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 8, 2022

Consumer products manufacturers are learning the practical benefits of forming tighter connections via digitalization. The company is hoping that it can reduce its transportation costs by up to 5% in stable conditions, and by 10% or more in volatile conditions, via its new digitally enabled procurement strategy. A North America?n

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TMC

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

This represents every operating truck in North America: Yet not every truck is available every single day of the year. It might be manufacturing , sales, or even customer service that cuts into your truckload lead times. But very few of us think about truckload capacity when we hear the phrase. And maybe we should.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

More Pain Ahead for Ocean Shipping (WSJ – sub. In other trucking news, the Wall Street Journal reported (based on data from ACT Research) that “orders for heavy-duty commercial trucks in North America plummeted 46% in October from the same month last year, providing a grim outlook for truck manufacturers in the coming year.”

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TMC

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

This represents every operating truck in North America: Yet not every truck is available every single day of the year. It might be manufacturing , sales, or even customer service that cuts into your truckload lead times. But very few of us think about truckload capacity when we hear the phrase. And maybe we should.

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TMC

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

This represents every operating truck in North America: Yet not every truck is available every single day of the year. It might be manufacturing , sales, or even customer service that cuts into your truckload lead times. But very few of us think about truckload capacity when we hear the phrase. And maybe we should.

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6 River Systems

APRIL 4, 2019

“Data science can bring great gains for…” Logistics efforts of retailers and manufacturers. Companies can accurately forecast demand, timely order raw materials and manage inventory more efficiently. Big data analytics is promising too: it enables predictive maintenance for better fleet management. CabrellaIns.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 8, 2015

Growing Shipping Alliances Are Straining Major U.S. Simply put, cross-border e-commerce is arguably one of the weakest links in omni-channel fulfillment, and Pitney Bowes, which already has years of experience in this area with its Global Shipping Program for eBay sellers, is positioning itself as a leader in this emerging market space.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2016

Maersk to buy German shipping line Hamburg Sud (Reuters). Trump to nominate Elaine Chao for transportation post (Reuters). As Web Sales Spike, Retailers Scramble to Ship From Stores (WSJ – sub. September 2016 North American Freight Numbers. Mahindra and IBM to Develop Blockchain Solution for Supply Chain Finance.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 11, 2018

Only one of them is outside North America: China. If projections and recent rhetoric are to be believed, India will join China as the only non-North American countries in the $500 billion club by 2025. How is Global Shipping Growing in India? How to Take Advantage of Increased Shipping in India.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 10, 2017

Former Hyperloop One Executives Launch New Rival In Race To Design Hyperloop High-Speed Transportation Systems. CX North America Releases Next-Generation Mobile App for Drivers. FedEx Fulfillment has one of the industry’s latest same-day fulfillment cut-off times, two-day ground shipping to the majority of the U.S.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 7, 2018

While you think about it (the answer is posted below), here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: project44 Acquires GateHouse Logistics, Creating World’s Most Comprehensive Global Transportation Visibility Platform. 3Gtms Releases Quick Ship Portal. 3Gtms Releases Quick Ship Portal.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2017

CX North America Information Services Inc. Brings Advanced Freight Collaboration Solutions to the Transportation Industry. warehouses from Chinese merchants selling on its site—taking on a role it previously left to global freight-transportation companies.” companies that move manufacturing operations overseas?

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