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The Most Important Distribution Center Metrics to Track and Understand

GlobalTranz

Throughout the supply chain, the use of metrics to track and understand processes provides an invaluable resource for ensuring increased production and customer satisfaction. What Distribution Center Metrics Need Tracking? However, the most important metrics can be categorized into the following eight areas. On-Time Shipping.

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[e-Book] The Ultimate Guide to Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, & Freight Metrics & KPIs

GlobalTranz

Take a look at how a business can use technology, metrics, and services to improve transportation processes, which range from supplier shipping to route optimization. Businesses are often left with questions about the origination of such data.

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The 9 Key Considerations of an Effective Last Mile Logistics Strategy

GlobalTranz

According to Mitchell’s NY , last mile logistics is seen as the least efficient leg of shipping, and it accounts for up to 20 percent of the total shipping cost of a product. One of the first problems with creating a last mile logistics strategy is cost. Be Consumer-Centric. Measure Performance.

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How Can Supply Chain Leaders Communicate Their Value to Executives

Intelligent Audit

Demonstrating value by measurable performance relies on automated logistics, focused supply chain KPIs , and fine-tuned financial metrics. Late deliveries — customers want fast shipping that is reliable and affordable. Webinar on May 19th at 2 PM EST. Click to Register for the Webinar. Focus on the Metrics.

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Top Suppliers of Transportation Execution and Visibility

Logistics Viewpoints

The company is focused on ocean shipping. The company streamlines and standardizes the shipping process worldwide for a network of over 220,000 shipping professionals. and FourKites are building a data platform that aims to predict shipping delays and prescribe alternative plans for their customers. FedEx Corp.

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[e-Book] The Ultimate Guide to Last Mile & White Glove Logistics

GlobalTranz

Last mile e-commerce, last mile technology, last mile metrics and white glove services make standard shipping conversations seem like child’s play, and the new focus on the last mile is anything but. Leveraging Metrics, Shippers Find Better Ways to Excel at Customer Service and Last Mile Services.

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Last Mile Metrics: 11 Metrics to Measure in Last Mile Logistics

GlobalTranz

Using technology to improve last mile metrics is essential to driving last mile costs down, but how do shippers know if the technology is helping or hurting? Essentially, shippers need to track these 11 metrics. On-Time Deliveries Are King of Last Mile Metrics. Fuel Consumption Rates. Planned Versus Actual Mileage.

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