RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Supply chain efficiency is the cornerstone of success and involves the effective management of processes, resources, and technologies from procurement to production, transportation to warehousing. Automate supply chain processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy within logistics operations.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 8, 2016

Today, we wrap up our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). Today's post will cover the top 5 Transportation Management blogs from 2016 so far. Top Transportation Management Blogs from the First Half of 2016 So Far. Get The Full List Here.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 19, 2023

Ben is Vice President of Managed Services at Coyote Logistics , a leading global third-party logistics provider. About Ben Steffes Ben Steffes is Vice President of Managed Services at Coyote Logistics, a leading global third-party logistics provider.

3PL 188

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

OTIF is a key supply chain metric. Andrew Lynch is President and co-founder of Zipline Logistics , an award-winning North American 3PL that specializes exclusively in the transportation of retail consumer goods. third-party?logistics. About Zipline Logistics. Zipline Logistics was selected as an Inc.

Cost Reduction Strategies 246

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2016

3 Key Metrics for Measuring Supply Chain Performance Beyond Cost Reduction. Transportation is measured just as a cost rather than what it does for the rest of the organization. Other areas to consider measuring as it relates to transportation: Managing inventory. Read more. .

Procurement Analytics 120

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GlobalTranz

JULY 13, 2015

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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Supply Chain Movement

MARCH 6, 2013

The success of the third-party logistics industry is evident in the generally high marks given to 3PLs by respondents to a survey as part of the 2013 17th Annual Third Party Logistics Study, which identifies trends and explores how both 3PLs and shippers are using these relationships to improve and enhance their businesses and supply chains.

Third Party Logistics 60

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 31, 2015

This is in part due to the fact that as a third party logistics company, focused on efficient and strategic transportation management solutions through technology and services, it is vital for us to educate our shipper customers and our team in order to continually improve and always provide value. .

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 120

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 30, 2017

In other words, manufacturers need analytics from point-of-sale systems, transportation metrics and more. This can include offering like products in package deals, compiling changes in like demographics or sharing information to reduce costs across the scope of both companies’ transportation networks.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 5, 2016

It was clear that the logistics blogs category most top viewed blog posts from the first half of 2016 included many aspects of logistics. From Third Party Logistics, Warehouse information, Technology, and KPIs. Warehouse Statistics and KPIs Every Logistics & Warehouse Manager Should Know.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 209

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

How 3PLs Can Gain Visibility and a Competitive Advantage Offering Automated Billing and a Self-Service Interactive Customer Portal It’s hard to imagine a third-party logistics (3PL) business today operating without some form of a warehouse management system ( WMS ) connecting the digital dots.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 20, 2015

BONUS: Download the Ultimate Guide to Transportation Reverse Logistics White Paper. 6 Benefits of an Effective Reverse Logistics System. Importance of Metrics in Reverse Logistics Management. Increased velocity. Increased service market share. Higher achievement of sustainability goals.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 19, 2015

Transportation management is no longer a tactical approach to simply moving freight and doing it at the lowest possible cost. 10 Tips to Remain Competitive and Have an Effective Transportation Management Strategy. 10 Tips to Remain Competitive and Have an Effective Transportation Management Strategy.

Transportation Management 120

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2017

A Peerless Research Group (PRG) report indicated that up to 44 percent of supply chain entities do not actively have plans in pursuing or using a transportation management system (TMS), such as the Cerasis Rater. Approximately 54 percent of companies actively run metrics on inbound freight, but these metrics may be lacking.

Vendor Strategies 180

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2017

When it comes to the logistics industry, whether it's transportation management contracts or warehouse contracts, there are a million moving parts, and as many questions. In the below is a real world example of a consultant coming to a third party logistics company with the goal of choosing a warehouse and 3pl provider.

Modeling 261

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 9, 2016

For shippers, culture and behavior have to change to apply Lean Transportation thinking. The “Them (company leadership) versus Us (shop floor associates)” mentality also needs to change for Lean Transportation to " WE. The 8 Rights To Achieve Lean Transportation Practices. Transportation takes time.

Waste Reduction 120

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 4, 2017

These questions reflect why technology and effective transportation management, including the use of a transportation management system (TMS) and the Internet of Things (IoT), is key to the efficient execution of last mile delivery and service. Use a TMS That Handles Last Mile Demands Too.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 18, 2018

Meanwhile, more companies are turning to entities outside of the company, like third-party logistics or integrators (3PLs and 3PIs) to manage omnichannel supply chains , reports Maarten Baltussen of Supply Chain Digital. In fact, third-party companies already have the first step in the bag, and you need to understand why.

Supply Chain Design Software 184

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 28, 2016

The benefits of outsourcing logistics processes to a third-party logistics provider (3PL) are well documented. Holistic transportation management system (TMS). LinkedIn The post Outsourcing Logistics: Does It Make Sense for Everyone? appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

Supply and Demand 225

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 7, 2016

One of my supply chain and logistics predictions for this year was that the transportation management system (TMS) market will become more barbell-shaped ( mirroring what is happening in the third-party logistics industry ). We’re seeing the TMS market move in two opposite directions,” I wrote back in December.

Supply Chain Design Software 100

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Talking Logistics

JULY 24, 2017

Why has this become so important for shippers and third-party logistics providers (3PLs)? We’ve always had systems that allowed you to get visibility within your own four walls,” said Bennett Adelson, CEO of MacroPoint in a recent episode of Talking Logistics. What’s driving this demand?

Real-time Visibility 0

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 7, 2021

OTIF is a key supply chain metric. Andrew Lynch is President and co-founder of Zipline Logistics , an award-winning North American 3PL that specializes exclusively in the transportation of retail consumer goods. third-party?logistics. About Zipline Logistics. Zipline Logistics was selected as an Inc.

Cost Reduction Strategies 147

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The specific focus of this article, is on traditional Third Party Logistics (3PL) contracts and the types of pricing mechanisms available for use within warehousing contracts, and does not cover other very important aspects such as: Planning and management of the selection process. Rate Based.

3PL 98

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 28, 2017

Technically, Free Time is not free; you pay for it in your transportation costs. This is where metrics can get a little fuzzy. For example, I worked with a customer recently who budgeted demurrage at 4% of their transportation spend. However, the reality was that the 4% metric was misleading. Control Tower Visibility.

Supply Chain Design Software 144

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 15, 2013

The Top 10 Transportation Management Systems. Each year as businesses of every size and industry fight to broaden market share the same old questions haunt the boardrooms, “How can we reduce transportation costs? Transportation Management Systems. JDA Transportation Manager. How do we streamline our supply operation?”.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

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RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Consider Third-Party Logistics (3PL) 3PL providers bring specialized expertise, advanced technologies, and economies of scale to streamline logistics operations, reduce costs, and free up internal resources. Sorting systems Automated transportation with automated guided vehicles.

Optimal Sourcing 97

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 19, 2025

This agility is particularly valuable for third-party logistics (3PL) providers that operate predominantly in leased buildings and have end customer contracts that are typically seven years or less. Risk Mitigation and Financial Stability The same flexibility helps mitigate longer-term financial risk.

Warehousing 52

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2015

This is the first post in an ongoing series on effective KPI management from third party logistics consultant, Chuck Intrieri, of The Lean Supply Chain. . To be unified is to collaborate and trust the shipper/customer Third Party Logistics Service Provider (3PL) relationship. Collaboration.

KPI 120

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GlobalTranz

JULY 19, 2016

In this space, the role of using a dedicated transportation management system (TMS), which includes a WMS, has become vital to success. Use Metrics to Track Progress and Order Fulfillment Processes. Ultimately, the role of eCommerce stretches beyond purely eCommerce order and transportation needs. Use Incentives.

Warehousing 120

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BlueYonder

APRIL 9, 2024

Carlsberg has also introduced electric trucks and established a specialized transportation control tower in Poznan, Poland. This initiative is central to enhancing the management and efficiency of its logistics operations throughout Europe. In a recent webinar , Carlsberg shared more on this topic.

Optimal Sourcing 122

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Zipline Logistics

DECEMBER 24, 2024

This approach also applies to their transportation and supply chain network. Whereas most retailers leave it up to suppliers to coordinate transportation with carriers, Aldi is completely different. Click the button below for some insight into Costco’s delivery metrics and tips on how to most efficiently comply with protocols.

Retail 52

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6 River Systems

JULY 29, 2020

Third-party logistics companies ( 3PLs ) specialize in distribution, warehousing and fulfillment services. The core competency of these companies is logistics , and they do it well. This compilation is based on the most currently available company revenue data (between 2018 and 2020) without factoring in any other metric.

Warehousing 111

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Kinaxis

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Better transportation planning. Understand transportation and logistics constraints, and work with third-party logistics suppliers and shippers to gain more visibility into the process. Optimize to reduce transportation spend, while maximizing shipment efficiency. Lower order volatility.

Vendor Strategies 150

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 21, 2025

Within the report, each risk is assigned a risk score metric to help global supply chain leaders prioritize planning and mitigation efforts this year. Specifically cited are impacts on third-party logistics providers (3PLs) being disproportionately impacted by ongoing cyber threats compared to transit hubs like cargo ports and airports.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 16, 2015

As a third-party logistics company focused on over the road transportation management, and having an LTL rating engine and web-based TMS for nearly 20 years (web-based even before Google!), at Cerasis, we know a thing or two about the nuances of LTL procurement. Let us know in the comments section below!

Negotiating Skills 120

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 2, 2016

Today, shippers face increased regulations, unstable market conditions and capacity concerns that make it near impossible for a newly divested company to achieve all of its goals without the expertise and support of a third-party logistics (3PL) provider.

3PL 100

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 14, 2023

It’s estimated that up to 40% of all transportation costs occur within the “money zone.” This can include details such as the quantity of products being transported, delivery windows, and any specific requirements for loading or unloading. It can also help reduce the risk of damage to your products during transportation.

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