Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

MAY 23, 2023

per year within the industry between 2017 and 2022. In 2022, the market size for online vitamin and dietary supplement sales grew to $29 billion. This reflects an average growth rate of 16.8%

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

OCTOBER 6, 2020

The company sold only through retail channels until 2017, when it launched 32degrees.com. 32 Degrees is an apparel company whose clothes offer maximum comfort at a valued price. Since then, online sales have exploded. That triggered a search for a B2C fulfillment company that could handle a high volume of very complex orders.

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Picking eCommerce Ordering Handling 59

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Mark expanded MacroPoint’s visibility technology into Mexico and got MacroPoint into shipper markets which enabled its acquisition by Descartes in 2017 for $107 Million. In 2017, Mark recognized a need for logistics service providers to have better access to cost effective All-Risk Shipper’s Interest Cargo Insurance with focus on Mexico.

Transportation 418

Transportation Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software 418

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 21, 2023

Founded in 2017, Raft serves 60 freight forwarders in 30+ countries globally, including several of the A&A’s Top 25 Global Freight Forwarders List, and is used to manage over 300k shipments per month, saving its customers up to 2 hours on every shipment.

Freight forwarding 370

Freight forwarding Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Freight 370

The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 27, 2022

Founded in 2017, and located in Scottsdale, Arizona, Emerge is one of the fastest-growing technology startups in the U.S. Founded in 2017, and located in Scottsdale, Arizona, Emerge is one of the fastest-growing technology startups in the U.S. Mark joined Emerge in January 2022. Key Takeaways: The Secret Sauce.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 367

Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Software Supply Chain Software Procurement 367

Cyzerg

AUGUST 21, 2019

In fact, OSHA statistics reveal that as many as 16 warehouse workers died while working at warehouses 2015-2017. Warehouse safety and health management is an aspect that can never be overemphasized. But, the truth is that warehouse managers often struggle with it.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2024

Founded in 2017 by industry veteran Nicole Glenn, Candor Expedite is a proud, certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBENC), privately-held and operated with headquarters in Plano, Texas, and offices in Joliet, Illinois and Kansas City, Kansas.

Waste Reduction 370

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Brad Wheeler , one of the company’s “starting lineup,” has been with Emerge since its inception in 2017. Founded in 2017, and located in Scottsdale, Arizona, Emerge is one of the fastest-growing technology startups in the U.S. About Brad Wheeler. Key Takeaways: The FreightTech Dilemma.

Modeling Software 370

Modeling Software Sourcing Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software Resource Reduction 370

Cyzerg

OCTOBER 21, 2019

This worry stems from warehouse industry workers sustaining many injuries and fatalities, with an average of 16 fatalities per year (2014-2017). Warehouse safety is one of the biggest concern faced by warehouse managers and their employees. These statistics can be brought down significantly if warehouse safety is treated as a priority.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 1, 2023

Chadd and Co-Founder Nikolai Pereira started AVRL in 2017 and the company has grown so quickly that it is recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in America by Inc.

Supply Chain Software 370

Supply Chain Software Automation Logistics Network Optimization Software ERP 370

Talking Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2024

Back in 2017, I wrote a post highlighting four things supply chain and logistics professionals should stop doing in the new year. Recommendations from 2017 that still apply. Since those things still apply today, I am resharing them again below. I also added a couple of more things to stop doing in 2024 and beyond.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

From November 2017 till November 2020, Paul ran the outsourced office in Kyiv and grew it from four to almost a hundred people. Two years into his career, Paul’s employer, Everest Transportation System, sent him to Kyiv, Ukraine, to open and run an outsourced operation over there.

Freight 358

Freight Outsourcing Video Logistics Network Optimization Software 358

The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 9, 2021

Mike then founded Sleek Fleet in 2017, which is now Sleek Technologies. He learned the business as a successful carrier sales rep at American Backhaulers (ABH), later acquired by C.H. In 2003, Mike founded his own successful freight brokerage, Advantage Freight Network (AFN), growing it to over $170M.

Cost Reduction 370

Cost Reduction Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement 370

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 1, 2023

In 2017, Mark was awarded the Supply Chain and Demand Chain Executive “Pro To Know”. Mark’s 35 years in transportation and logistics includes 17 years of experience with Transplace (now Uber Freight), where he held the position of Sr. Vice President of Operations, as well as experience with Emerge, J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.

Optimal Sourcing 396

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 396

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. About GoBolt.

Supply Chain Design Software 358

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design 358

The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 29, 2024

Launched out of the Y Combinator technology accelerator program in 2017, Flowspace was recognized by Fast Company as one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies in 2020. More information can be found at www.flow.space.

Network Optimization Software 370

Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction 370

Cyzerg

JANUARY 10, 2018

In fact, OSHA statistics reveal that as many as 16 warehouse workers died while working at warehouses 2015-2017. Warehouse safety and health management is an aspect that can never be overemphasized. But, the truth is that warehouse managers often struggle with it.

Operations 178

Operations 178

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 8, 2022

Founded in 2017, and located in Scottsdale, Arizona, Emerge is one of the fastest-growing technology startups in the U.S. The world’s largest shippers and capacity providers use the Emerge Freight Procurement Platform daily, showing immediate ROI for procurement and saving valuable time in the process. Key Takeaways: Is Your TMS Enough.

Modeling Software 397

Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Procurement Freight 397

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 13, 2023

In 2017 after a successful corporate career including SEKO Logistics, OHL (now Geodis), and Rubicon Global, she partnered with Will Haraway, another industry veteran, to start LeadCoverage. Kara was one of the first employees at Echo Global Logistics which grew quickly in three years and her name is on the company’s 2009 IPO press release.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 370

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Cyzerg

APRIL 19, 2017

In the recent 2017 Promat , show mobile technology took the spotlight once again. In the " 2017 MHI Annual Industry Report, Next-Generation Supply Chains: Digital, On-Demand and Always-On ", 44% of respondents expressed that “wearable and mobile technology have the potential to either disrupt the industry or create competitive advantage”.

Efficiency 162

Efficiency Supply Chain Software Operations Supply Chains 162

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 14, 2022

Founded in 2017 by CEO Nancy Korayim , MetroSpeedy is a high growth, NYC-based, last-mile delivery logistics start-up. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of MECD, a non-profit organization committed to empowering women and children to be agents of transformative change. About MetroSpeedy.

Cost Reduction 368

Cost Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software Efficiency Cargo 368

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Key Takeaways: Drone Delivery is Here DroneUP is a San Diego based drone delivery company that was founded in 2017. DroneUp provides drone delivery service in 34 locations across six states for the #1 retailer in the world, Walmart. DroneUP has a network of over 10,000 pilots who can deliver packages to customers within minutes.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 418

Logistics Network Optimization Software Military Price Reduction Cost Reduction 418

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 30, 2023

Seeing a gap in quality operating systems, he assembled a team and crafted his own TMS in 2017. However, his entrepreneurial spirit led him back to trucking. By 2014, he established an asset-based brokerage. The system boosted his business to an impressive 100 million in revenue in just a few years.

Negotiating Skills 418

Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software Automation Compliance 418

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

In 2017, at the time of the merger with Swift Transportation, he led the synergy team focused on combined non-asset success, and soon after earned responsibility over both the Logistics and Intermodal segments for the publicly traded KNX.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 364

Logistics Network Optimization Software Construction Supply Chain Software Digital 364

Material Handling and Logistics

MARCH 25, 2019

Warehouses of one million square feet accounted for a fifth of total square footage started in 2017 and a record 23% in 2018.

Construction 162

Construction 162

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 1, 2022

In addition, Inc.com recognized Reliance Partners in 2018-2020 as one of the Top 50 Workplaces while Fortune also recognized Reliance Partners in 2017-2020 as a Top Workplace in America. The company is certified as a Great Place to Work®. for the fifth year in a row?.

Supply Chain Software 397

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Digital Transportation 397

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Founded in 2017, and located in Scottsdale, Arizona, Emerge is one of the fastest-growing technology startups in the U.S. The world’s largest shippers and capacity providers use the Emerge Freight Procurement Platform daily, showing immediate ROI for procurement and saving valuable time in the process. Key Takeaways: Smart Freight Sourcing.

Sourcing 370

Sourcing Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Freight 370

The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Launched in 2017, Emerge is backed by Greycroft, New Road Capital, 9Yards Capital, and the founder of GlobalTranz. Emerge ’s award-winning marketplace provides access to direct capacity and live market conditions helping shippers and carriers make the strongest, most beneficial decisions when procuring domestic freight.

Freight 369

Freight Logistics Network Optimization Software Procurement Supply Chain Software 369

The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2023

About Nicole Glenn Nicole Glenn founded Candor Expedite in 2017 after more than two decades in the transportation brokerage business, with a vision to build the smartest and most efficient freight business that delivers on its client’s promises.

Networks 397

Networks Logistics Network Optimization Software After-sales Supply Chain Software 397

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Launched in 2017, Emerge is backed by Greycroft, New Road Capital, 9Yards Capital, and the founder of GlobalTranz. Emerge’s award-winning marketplace provides access to direct capacity and live market conditions helping shippers and carriers make the strongest, most beneficial decisions when procuring domestic freight.

Procurement 370

Procurement Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Software Events 370

The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Prior to founding HDVI, Chuck held senior operating roles in leading consumer financial services and technology companies, including Co-founder of Esurance (acquired by Allstate in 2011); Head of Operations at Automatic Labs (connected car and connected insurance platform company acquired by SiriusXM in 2017); President at uSell.com (eCommerce platform (..)

Logistics Network Optimization Software 370

Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Software Definition Price Reduction 370

The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 12, 2023

Prior to his current role, Kayne served in various senior executive positions with KAR Global (NYSE: KAR), where he co-founded and served as CEO of DRIVIN until April 2017. As CEO, he is responsible for evolving the product suite, enhancing deployment and customer success, and optimizing company operations.

Optimization Software 370

Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Software Cost Reduction 370

The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

In August, 2017, a national, publicly traded bank holding company bought a minority stake in InMotion Global and AscendTMS. It grew through a continued mixture of internal organic growth and further diversification through a continued acquisition strategy with Palm Beach Capital. The 3PL was sold in 2014.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing Cost Reduction 434

Fleet Owner

JANUARY 8, 2019

This involves 2015-19 F-150 and 2017-19 Super Duty pickups, with just over 410,000 in the United States and Ford issued a recall for some 875,000 F-150 and Super Duty trucks where a potential short in the engine block heater cable could cause a fire.

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Trucking 146

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 5, 2023

Blake joined Ruan in 2017, leading the company’s new customer onboarding and continuous improvement activities before taking a leadership role in Ruan’s Gases and Chemicals bulk hazmat operating group. About Blake Grolmus Blake Grolmus serves as the Vice President of Safety for Ruan Transportation Management Systems.

Trucking 366

Trucking Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 366

Fleet Owner

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Following through on a vehicle that FCA's late CEO Sergio Marchionne promised would follow the new Wrangler unveiled in late 2017, Jeep has added a pickup truck to its lineup for the first time in over a quarter of a century. In true Jeep off-road st

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Trucking 145

Talking Logistics

AUGUST 17, 2020

That was true in June 2017 when I wrote those words in Free Shipping Is Costing More (As Small Packages Flood Delivery Networks), and it remains true today. Nothing in life is free — and this includes free shipping, which has become an albatross around the necks of most retailers and parcel carriers. United Parcel.

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