Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 8, 2022

When it comes to executing mode-specific freight moves from origin to destination efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively, transportation execution and visibility solutions play a critical role. Transportation execution solutions allow shippers to connect to multiple carriers and then tender, track, and pay in the system.

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Jaggaer

APRIL 24, 2025

I recently hosted a webinar in which our star speaker was Lora Cecere, Founder at Supply Chain Insight. Here are some of the lessons I took away from the webinar. Supply chain management typically does not fit very well with procurement, which is a challenge at the best of times, and can be a disaster in difficult times.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 3, 2015

As your business grows, you supply chain software will need to expand. You may opt to organize your business into an independent third-party logistics provider (3PL), or you may want to purchase software for tracking, monitoring, and processing all of your needs. 5 Pitfalls of Supply Chain Software Selection. #1:

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ToolsGroup

JULY 19, 2023

Supply Chain Digital Twins: Why You Need Them As supply chain disruptions seem to be here to stay (and increasing in amplitude), planners across industries are looking for ways to make more accurate planning decisions – and digital twins are a great tool for that. Big, clunky, siloed, and out-of-date data. In real-time.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 15, 2025

The regulation is designed to provide European consumers with extensive data about the provenance of the items they purchase, all the way back to the sourcing of raw materials. Time to Start Preparing for the Digital Product Passport SCB FEATURE Selling Into the EU?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 19, 2017

The capacity crunch is starting to take hold of the shipping industry. For instance, shippers using lanes in Hurricane-affected regions may want to consider outsourcing shipping to a non-affected carrier that has more availability than local carriers. Step Outside Your Shipping Comfort Zone. Expand Your Carrier Options.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 19, 2016

As time passed, procurement gradually gained a larger role in the scope of manufacturing and order fulfillment. By the mid-1950s , procurement had become a commonplace aspect of minor business, and procurement was almost comparable to secretarial work. Why Is Technology Driving Procurement Trends and the Role of Procurement?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 17, 2014

For example, on average the cost savings from automating a manually processes purchase order is $9.89, for an invoice is $11.58 The language and documents of shipping are complicated and immense. The moment you start shipping with a 3PL as your partner, you already have EDI built in! and a remittance is $12.96.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Third-party logistics providers (3PLs) have been around for several years, and while 3PLs may have existing software suites, such as our very own transportation management system, the Cerasis Rater, many supply chain managers are still implementing in-house technology solutions that have severe capability limitations.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Transportation modes used in procurement and shipping. Distribution of goods prior to purchase. In other words, consumers can get practically anything they want at a moment’s notice, and more consumers are expressing a willingness to wait for a product a few days if free shipping is a possibility. Demand forecasts.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 2, 2017

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. Companies must think of unconventional solutions to meet last mile delivery demands, like Uber, Instacart or Deliv. Think Outside-the-Box.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 26, 2017

Over the last year, huge strides were made in machine-to-machine connectivity, as foreseen by our predictions, ranging from the greater use of automated identification and data capture (AIDC) and stronger resolve for more omnichannel logistics solutions. However, AIDC tools are making analytics in the supply chain an affordable reality.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 12, 2018

Goodwill notes shipment data granularity and analysis are linked with better freight allocation , which means making use of the full spectrum of available shipping options, including full truckloads. Access our complete Full Truckload Shipping White Paper Series. Higher prices will also result in consumers jumping ship too.

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Cathy Roberson

MARCH 17, 2025

Consumers have embraced e-commerce for price comparisons, ease of purchase anytime and anywhere, and for those participating in subscription services such as Amazon Prime, free shipping, and other benefits. Amazon Global Logistics shippers ship ocean cargo from China directly into the Amazon fulfillment network in the US, UK, and EU.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2018

Customer service is more important than ever, and customers expect purchases to arrive at record speeds with free or low-cost shipping, says GlobeCon Freight Systems. The management lies in the hands of e-commerce and omnichannel sales strategies. As a result, e-commerce will have wide-ranging impacts on supply chain management.

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Jaggaer

MAY 21, 2025

Watch our on-demand webinar to discover how procurement can lead the way in ESG and decarbonization, and learn from experts about driving sustainability transformation across your supply chain. Explore how JAGGAER helps procurement teams stay ahead of regulatory pressure with end-to-end transparency. So, a low threshold.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Amazon’s purchase of Kiva Robots changed the landscape of robotics in the supply chain. Technology Will Reshape Procurement Practices. Better procurement practices translate into better overall sales, but the role of procurement in driving sales’ statistics will change throughout 2017. Robotics Will Grow More Versatile.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 19, 2017

In fact, the shipping industry saw continued decline in rates and industry health for nearly five years. So, it would be natural for adoption rates of TMS solutions to be impacted by the financial crisis. Paired with the political upheaval of 2016, the only solution will be reducing inefficiencies. Yes, that’s free shipping!

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 19, 2025

Loans can save you everything, from funding inventory purchases to pay for innovations in common functions. Gregory is a renowned expert in personal finance and lending solutions, with a Master of Science in Finance from Florida State University and a Certificate in Accounting & Finance from the University of West Florida.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

I find that in this world of the global multi-national that procurement processes have become convoluted and increasingly complex. (In In my opinion, we have made procurement increasingly complex without adding value. Spinnaker Management Group asked me to co-present on a demand-driven webinar with SanDisk.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 16, 2015

This occurs as more consumers have sought out ways to purchase goods or services online due to increasingly chaotic and intensive work schedules or inability to reach your business due to location. It sounds simple, but the floor squeegee was once considered an innovative business tool. Innovation Culture at Cerasis.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 22, 2016

Globalization Promotes International Shipping and Logistics. Meanwhile, some companies simply lack the resources to ship products overseas, and logistics providers will need to increase technology investment to push today’s fleets beyond their current capacity. Consumers are also looking to business for benefits in every purchase.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

Small shipping companies have grown into larger third-party logistics providers , and warehouse management has become more focused on efficiency and accuracy instead of quantity of shipments. A WMS is the general term for the software that governs, monitors, and controls all processes within a warehouse.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 7, 2015

Even the best manager can’t keep up with all sources of supplies, much less which supplies currently have the best prices along with their locations and shipping speeds while staying abreast of standard needs and special orders. Shipping and Delivery. Such cross-training is nearly always a good business solution and practice. .

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RFgen

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Mastering Inventory in 2025: Key Trends Watch Webinar Now WATCH WEBINAR Understanding the difference between the bullwhip effect and the inventory accelerator is essential for effective inventory management. This is often done to take advantage of economies of scale, such as quantity discounts or reduced shipping costs.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 28, 2015

Gone are the days of having half a shopping cart only to have the user get to the shipping options and be told to call the company to “Arrange shipping.” Customers always want to get in touch with a real person, but would not like to communicate with an automated software machine. Author’s Bio.

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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. Transparency.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2016

As a result, the use of the TMS is expanding, and it will be one of the greatest technology trends to benefit the shipping industry in 2016. Let's take a look at why it’s expanding and how it will benefit the shipping industry. Shippers demand in-house solutions. Driving Forces Behind the Expansion. percent increase in profits.

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Intelligent Audit

APRIL 12, 2022

On March 30, 2022, Intelligent Audit CEO Hannah Testani and LaserShip’s Chief Commercial Officer Josh Dinneen participated a webinar, “Learn How Other Shippers are Leveraging Lasership & OnTrac to Diversify their Carrier Risk,” moderated by Adam Robinson of The Robinson Agency. Download the Webinar Replay Here).

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GlobalTranz

JULY 19, 2016

As a result, today’s shippers need to work more efficiently and productively to stay competitive and provide customers with viable solutions. It stands to reason that compliance requirements , such as the EDI 856 Advanced Shipping Notice, will continue to become more important. Use Incentives.

Warehousing 120

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 14, 2016

From increased affordability and efficiency of the transportation management system (TMS) to the application of Bluetooth technology for superior tracking of product movements, 2016 will be the year in which technology becomes an integral, if not the exclusive, part of the shipping process. Then, Amazon purchased Kiva , and they vanished.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2015

With an ever-increasing pool of third-party logistics (3PL) providers to outsource shipping needs to, understanding how to select the best 3PL is the difference between reaching your existing customers and gaining a new market share. Therefore, they have taken extensive steps to monitor existing shipping practices and maximize their profits.

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SupplyShift

APRIL 27, 2021

On April 21st, our webinar on forced labor in cotton supply chains brought together leaders from Responsible Sourcing Network and Fashion for Good to explore how industry-wide tools and supply chain engagement can help identify and mitigate risks of forced labor. . Key Takeaways. The Choke Point Occurs at the Mill-Level.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2016

Since you cannot realistically be available constantly, more companies are demanding self-service solutions to order products or services on-demand. Meanwhile, the majority of purchasers research potential products online before making a decision to buy. E-Commerce Will Dominate B2B Sales by 2020. Pricing models are changing as well.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 11, 2016

A seemingly endless amount of purchasing platforms are available to consumers at any one time. This means you could purchase your groceries in-store, over the phone, online from your laptop or via an application on your iPad. Multiple Platforms.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 1, 2015

Inventory records, product specs, shipping documents contain errors. Shipping containers permit excessive empty space or product damage. Migrate to lean manufacturing-friendly software , integrating departments and suppliers as appropriate to capacitate optimal flow of information and coordination of diverse activities.

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Vinculum

AUGUST 23, 2022

The solution, then, is to link your order, inventory, and logistics to speed up inventory turnaround and coordinate your efforts. Still, they may also use cutting-edge technical innovations like 3D printing, RFID monitoring, and GPS-driven solutions to assist corporate expansion. It is where goods are received, stored, and shipped out.

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