Operations and Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Last year, I attended a three-day conference in Las Vegas conducted by the Reverse Logistics Association, a trade group whose members deal with product returns, unsold inventories and other capitalist jetsam. Liquidity Services operates eight regional warehouse-size facilities in North America. The field is large and growing.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 18, 2015

Needs for efficient reverse logistics systems continue to increase as e-commerce claims greater market share, and as so many traditionally functioning businesses grow and inevitably incur increasing volume of returns. This presents opportunities for developing new revenue streams, an exciting challenge to logistics professionals.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 6, 2022

Ben Gordon and Joe Lynch discuss 5 trends shaping logistics and supply chain. In the interview, Ben reviews and discussed trends and interesting companies in ecommerce, final mile, cold chain, reverse logistics, and fulfillment. Returns and reverse logistics. Medical logistics and cold chain.

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Intelligent Audit

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Ahead of the looming peak season and holiday shipping crunch, the majority of the focus within the industry is seemingly on sales and the forward movement of shipments and products. However, one must also consider the opposite side of the coin as retail reverse logistics are likely to come into play more than ever.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Warehouse and distribution professionals understand that the timeline of order processing has ebbed and flowed significantly over the last few years. With the rising popularity of online ordering, the need for reliable digital shipping logistics and services is more vital than ever. Introduction.

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6 River Systems

MARCH 23, 2022

Warehousing and logistics management is constantly evolving. Managing a warehouse in today’s climate can be a challenge. As we near the end of Q1 2022, here are the top eight trends that continue to dominate the warehousing industry. This is up from 26% in 2021. This is up from 26% in 2021. B in 2022 , a CAGR of 47.6%.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Marty Wadle and Joe Lynch discuss transportation vs logistics. Marty is the Chief Commercial Officer of Ruan Transportation , a transportation company providing Dedicated Contract Transportation, Managed Transportation, Value-added Warehousing, and Brokerage Support Services. About Marty Wadle. About Ruan Transportation.

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Stord

JANUARY 30, 2019

With that in mind, we summarized seven warehousing stories and trends from last year and indicated here what they mean for the year ahead 1. Online grocery ordering is just one example; new initiatives in any category will drive continued attention to warehousing and distribution. FedEx pursued both strategies in 2018.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Blog post originally published by Expak Logistics on [link] Permission to publish here provided by Morgan Dixon. For many companies, reverse logistics has become an integral part of their business plan, offering them the ability to maximize the efficiency of their operations. The applications of reverse logistics are broad.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 12, 2022

Founded in 2017, GoBolt (formerly Bolt Logistics) is a technology company building the first sustainable and first-party supply chain network that partners with merchants to deliver a complete end-to-end customer experience.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 19, 2018

Warehouse managers face many challenges. These challenges can be overwhelming, but supply chain executives and managers can simplify the process by tracking these top warehouse management KPIs (key performance indicators). The Top Warehouse Management KPIs: Receiving and Put-Away KPIs. Shipping KPIs. Download ebook.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 10, 2021

Ben Gordon and Joe Lynch discuss 5 trends shaping logistics and supply chain. In the interview, Ben reviews and discussed trends and interesting companies in ecommerce, final mile, cold chain, reverse logistics, and fulfillment. Returns and reverse logistics. Medical logistics and cold chain.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 2, 2017

One of the first problems with creating a last mile logistics strategy is cost. 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. Measure Performance. Manage Returns Thoroughly, Effectively.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

Check out What Exactly Is Reverse Logistics? Inadequate planning and execution resulted in excess and obsolete inventory and poor utilization of warehouse space. Configured a highly structured and efficient reverse logistics program to supplement demand inventory and reduce sourcing costs. Subscribe Here!

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 22, 2021

In a recent survey by reverse logistics software company goTRG, 78% of consumers said returns shipping costs and restocking fees could prevent them from purchasing. 4] The lesson retailers should draw from these facts is that they need to implement world-class returns and reverse logistics strategies.

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ModusLink Corporation

MAY 5, 2016

Companies spend any amount of dollars necessary – on everything from research & development, to product assembly, to packaging and shipping – in order to get a new product out and ready for its consumers, regardless of whether it’s being sold via brick and mortar, e-commerce or both.

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Locus

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Returns, in the context of logistics, is the process of moving goods from their final destination back to the manufacturer or point of origin for multiple reasons. Efficiently managing returns, also known as reverse logistics, is imperative for maintaining customer relations, sustainable practices, and overall economic viability.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 14, 2018

From a simple place to stock goods, warehouses have developed in many ways—function and form included. Affected by changes in production, procurement and distribution methods, warehousing has continually been pushed and pulled in different directions. Where to Do Your Warehousing. Who Will Do Your Warehousing?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

If you are familiar with the term logistics, then you undoubtedly know it conjures up a different meaning to different people , different countries, and different companies even. There are countless number of logistics service providers who offer many different types of broad and niche services. Read the full Post. Read the full Post.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 18, 2016

However, Amazon is shaking up the mix by seeking to make today’s e-commerce practices obsolete, and shipping and logistics providers need to understand why. With more products coming in, the pressure will be on distributors and order fulfillment centers to create warehousing space and eliminate wasted space wherever possible.

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3PL Insights

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The flow of finished goods in retail logistics is a multi-step process, encompassing inventory management, order fulfillment and shipping, and returns management. These orders can go to storefronts or be shipped direct-to-consumer. Returns Management A simple and easy return policy can make a big difference in retail logistics.

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 20, 2016

Without a dedicated management focus, reverse logistics can impact supply chain costs substantially. Many of the costs associated with reverse logistics are hidden, making this a bountiful hunting ground for supply chain cost reductions, for those who dare to go looking. Transport and shipping costs.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2021

Many people associate reverse logistics to simply cover returns, but it is much more broad than that. Beyond answering “what is reverse logistics,” it is important to understand the history of reverse logistics, the benefits of reverse logistics and why it’s a rising practice, especially in aftermarket industries.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 11, 2016

The benefits to the use of warehouse robots, loading, unloading and delivery are evident. Robots are rapidly becoming one of the most prevalent enterprises within the logistics industry. Driving Forces Behind the Increase in Use of Warehouse Robots. Robots do not sleep. They do not drink. billion euros into robots by 2020.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

It covers every aspect of dealing with customer returns, including policy management, reverse logistics, customer service, returned goods inventory management , and developing strategies to reduce return rates. Returns management vs. reverse logistics Returns management refers to managing the entire returns process.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2022

Returns are labor intensive and expensive for both retailers and logistics companies and cost retailers an average of $10 to $20 per return before adding shipping costs. The logistics of transporting and warehousing returns is a necessary evil for retailers aiming to satisfy and delight consumers.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 2, 2018

The challenges of managing e-commerce logistics mirror the challenges of traditional logistics management , but with an added emphasis placed on speed of order fulfillment and delivery, as well as thorough, timely management of reverse logistics.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 7, 2023

Your competitors are shipping orders at a faster rate than your warehouses can achieve. Warehouses full to the brim and laid out in a disorganised manner. The ecommerce logistics practitioner must instead integrate reverse logistics into his or her company’s inventory management strategies and processes.

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 18, 2019

Key applications of omnichannel in manufacturing include increasing end-to-end visibility in material availability; however, many companies overlook ways to improve manufacturer-warehouse relationships, thus they are unable to push operations beyond availability and reliability of supplies.” Reverse logistics.

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Cathy Roberson

JANUARY 9, 2023

The biggest retail challenges from the NRF and Appriss survey include the following: Self-service returns Damaged returns or policy abuse Re-processing goods at a warehouse on digital returns Indeed, a lot of work still needs to be done in reverse logistics. Previously, Sylvie worked at Infosys Consulting and Optoro.

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Locus

APRIL 3, 2023

This refers to planning, coordinating, and executing the flow and storage of goods and services, including activities such as transportation, inventory management, order processing, warehousing, packaging, and security. The global last-mile delivery market size is expected to reach $61.57 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 16.7%

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SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

Contract logistics is a specialized service offered by third-party logistics (3PL) providers to manage supply chain operations on behalf of a company. It involves outsourcing logistics activities, such as warehousing, transportation, distribution, inventory management, and order fulfillment, to a dedicated logistics service provider.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Four fundamental practices: Based on (Ali Esfahbodi, 2016) research, Chinese and Iranian governments have focused their fight for SSCM based on four fundamental practices: sustainable procurement, sustainable production along with sustainable distribution , and reverse logistics. reverse logistics in a circular economy.

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EMERGE App

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Warehouse material handling literally determines how safe your employees are, how productive they remain, and how motivated they are to keep working. Are you concerned about how effective your warehouse material handling processes are? The structuring of your warehouse material handling system will necessitate high-level efficiency.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Logistics Cost Reduction by Focusing on Safety. First and foremost, shippers and logistics provider must understand safety/OSHA considerations. Ensure that your warehouse operation is safe. Analyze labor reduction for any warehousing operation. Incentive programs for warehousing employees do work.

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Silvon Software

JULY 22, 2022

A high value for this KPI can affect a number of things such as the number of orders that are ready to be shipped on-time, warehousing space availability for incoming shipments and the overall flow of goods in and out of the warehouse. Logistics / Shipping Metrics That. On-Time Shipping.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 5, 2022

According to the Flat World Global Solutions staff, “Labor deficits, raw material shortages and e-commerce businesses driving up demand are all leading to increased shipping and transportation prices.” One of the inflationary trends driving up 2021 end-of-year prices was the cost of logistics. billion by 2027. .”

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