Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Learn how to organize your data operations in alignment with supply chain strategy. Complex supply chains generate more data, which companies can use to drive greater efficiency or engage in innovation that disrupts an entire industry—think Amazon. More data is coming in than ever before.

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Now, That's Logistics

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Integrated with an organization’s warehousing, fulfillment and transportation activities, third-party logistics providers (3PLs) support a wide range of logistics activities for companies across all industries. 6 Things to Look for in a 3PL. Does it hold accreditations from recognized industry bodies? Strong expertise.

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Trinity Logistics

JANUARY 6, 2023

The chemical industry faces challenges such as volatile raw material prices, shortages , supply chain disruption, and more. The chemicals industry is one of the most important sectors, with 96 percent of all manufactured goods depending on them. Here are some of the biggest challenges affecting the chemical industry.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 5, 2021

Third-party Logistics (3PL) companies are often accused of providing such poor service that their relationships with clients break down. In reality, though, there’s a host of reasons why 3PL relationships turn sour—and very often the blame can be laid at the door of the client. Fix These Issues to Improve Your 3PL Relationship.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 17, 2022

3PL —a simple abbreviation for one of the most complex, integrated, helpful entities operating in the eCommerce landscape. 3PL stands for third-party logistics, and at a glance a 3PL partner provides eCommerce brands with solutions to their fulfillment needs. 3PL vs. 1PL, 2PL, 4PL, and 5PL. Enter the 3PL.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 22, 2022

In our eCommerce fulfillment blog we sometimes highlight industry jargon that’s essential for every entrepreneur. They provide full product info to any retailer, catalog, 3PL fulfillment center, warehouse , and so on that deal with inventory. Today, we’re talking about SKUs, also known as Stock Keeping Units.

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3PL Links

APRIL 26, 2023

Revolutionizing the Industry: Discover the Top 3 Logistics Trends for 2023! Image source: Pixabay Everyone who is familiar with the transportation industry understands that things do not always go as planned. The multi-shoring method, for example, is an effective way to accomplish this.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

If you’ve been wanting to learn more about how automation positively impacts 3PLs, and the ecommerce businesses they’re committed to, this is the blog for you. And if you’re an ecommerce business owner looking to partner with a 3PL that has a mastery of fulfillment technology and automation, ShipMonk is the logistics provider for you.

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CH Robinson Logistics

JULY 16, 2021

What is a 3PL & How Can They Benefit Your Business? A third party logistics provider (3PL) can help you reach your logistics goals and increase the overall efficiency of your organization in the process. So what exactly is a 3PL? So what exactly is a 3PL? 3PL vs. 4PL. 3PL vs. 4PL | Transportfolio.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Whether your product is coming straight from the farm, is moving between processing, or heading off to the consumer, the dairy industry needs first-rate cold chain solutions to meet their complex supply chains. Why the Dairy Industry Needs Cold Chain Solutions Dairy products all start with milk, and it has a short shelf life.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The food and beverage industry has faced significant challenges and growth over the past couple of years. After several unpredictable years, many hope we’ll see more stability back in the industry. In this blog, we’re going to dive into some of the latest trends in the food and beverage industry. According to a recent U.S.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 27, 2024

ShipMonk combines the experience of our 3PL experts with the efficiency of time-saving automation so ecommerce brands of all sizes can scale and grow with our omnichannel fulfillment services. ShipMonk’s 3PL software , for example, is time-saving automation at its finest. And we’re not talking about being overly complicated.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 19, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a blog from our friend Augie Grasis who shows us how big data can work to our advantage with dynamic freight pricing. One of the big buzzwords in many industries is “Big Data.” Such is the case in the LTL freight industry as well. . Understanding this (and acting on it!)

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2020

For example, managed transportation or transportation management might be the ideal terms to use in the US. As shippers face the need to ship more and keep costs under control, managed services through a 3PL is the easiest path forward. 3PLs and Managed Services Go Well Together. Ways 3PLs Excel in Managed Service and Value.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Transportation and the logistics industry serves as the lifeblood of today’s modern economy, binding together businesses, streamlining supply chains, and championing eco-friendly initiatives on the path to achieving net-zero emissions. Nevertheless, this approach threatens the industry’s sustainability unless addressed.

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CLX Logistics

MAY 15, 2024

The CLX Logistics Solution Greater Visibility CLX Logistics has one of the largest transportation databases in the industry and is continuously working with the Company to enhance transportation transparency and supply chain visibility. Analyzing Data Getting value from raw data can be time-consuming.

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CLX Logistics

MAY 15, 2024

The CLX Logistics Solution Greater Visibility CLX Logistics has one of the largest transportation databases in the industry and is continuously working with the Company to enhance transportation transparency and supply chain visibility. Analyzing Data Getting value from raw data can be time-consuming.

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Ship Monk

MAY 7, 2024

Let’s look at some of the challenges of working with multiple marketplaces, and the benefits of working with a 3PL like ShipMonk to overcome these challenges. No Cross-Channel Visibility When you do manage to integrate with their software platform, the sales and inventory data you get from them is strictly limited to that marketplace.

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CH Robinson Logistics

OCTOBER 3, 2017

What is a 3PL & How Can They Benefit Your Business? Whatever the reason, if you’re searching for a third party logistics provider (3PL) for the first time, you’ll want to have a keen understanding of what they are and how they work before choosing one to help with your logistics challenges. So what exactly is a 3PL?

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Locus

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

For example, beyond deciding the menu and cooking the food for customers, restaurant owners need to figure out the right permits, regularly source their produce, manage both service and kitchen staff, and maintain the books, among other duties. The home services industry is a highly dynamic and interesting market.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2021

The right partner will also work with your team to implement changes based on data-driven recommendations and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. . The right 3PL provider partnership will be transparent about their carrier vetting and qualification process. Focus on Carrier Procurement and Management.

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Trinity Logistics

JULY 14, 2020

It is an international improvement initiative of the chemical industry. Choosing a 3PL that is part of the Responsible Care® program can be a benefit to your company, especially when shipping chemicals. Why is it beneficial to choose a 3PL that is Responsible Care® certified? Safety Data Sheets for every chemical in office.

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3PL Links

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Image source: Flickr | Navigating Trends and Projections in Logistics for 2024 The logistics industry is always changing due to fluctuations in the market, technology advancements, and the never-ending quest for efficiency. Growth of E-commerce: E-commerce kept growing, increasing the need for effective logistical services.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The process usually includes analyzing historical data for seasonal trends and product performance, as well as gathering current data on competitors, marketplace trends, future marketing plans and promotions. All of them rely on data, whether you’re using historical data or new findings gathered from consumer research.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 5, 2024

Optimize Your Internal Operation Just as a busy restaurant would come to a grinding halt without streamlined, organized operations, a growing ecommerce business would not be able to thrive without 3PL software that makes managing so many complex layers simple. For example, we offer +75 integrations , shopping carts, marketplaces, etc.

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Trinity Logistics

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

It is an international improvement initiative of the chemical industry. Choosing a 3PL that is part of the Responsible Care® program can be a benefit to your company, especially when shipping chemicals. Why is it beneficial to choose a 3PL that is Responsible Care® certified? Safety Data Sheets for every chemical in office.

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3PL Links

MARCH 29, 2023

While predicting which trends will dominate the upcoming years is challenging, it is possible to point out those that have been gaining traction in the logistics industry. See some of these technologies that are slated to catch on in this industry over the next few years in today’s post: 1.

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3PL Links

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

That’s where a Third Party Logistics (3PL) partner that integrates closely with your organization can be a game-changer. Case in point – 3PL Links focuses on building close personal relationships with its customers. 5 ways a 3PL partner can help you transform your supply chain: 1. That’s where a 3PL can help.

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Trinity Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

Generative AI is first trained on a foundational model and then fine-tuned with human feedback and additional data. Its responses are based on data it has consumed and a resultant powerful prediction mechanism. This has significant impact when it comes to focusing a Generative AI into a particular industry, like logistics.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 26, 2024

While you may not be in the business of selling combustible materials, like lithium for example, all sorts of toys, electronics, and household items contain lithium-ion batteries, from cordless toothbrushes to vaping devices. Hazmat Classifications There are nine classifications for hazardous materials, with a few examples of each.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 16, 2024

A perpetual inventory system also collects important sales data that can aid in forecasting demand and become a powerful analytical tool for accounting, finance, marketing, and sales teams. During tax season, an accurate count is particularly important, so a physical count might be taken to double check the system’s data.

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3PL Links

MAY 23, 2024

Global Trends in Cross-Border E-Commerce Cross-border e-commerce has been fueled by the increasing demand for foreign goods and services in a number of industries, including designer furniture, as seen by the success of certain brands. Examples of nations that excel in exporting goods via this channel are China, US, and Germany.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 29, 2024

ShipMonk may be first and foremost known as the ecommerce industry’s leading 3PL for omnichannel order fulfillment services ; however, we’re also unique in the industry for our high-caliber customer service. We believe in communication, transparency, and a problem-solving mindset. Move Like the Wind!

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3PL Links

MARCH 27, 2024

Image source: PickPik | The Applications and Benefits of IoT (Internet of Things) in Logistics The Internet of Things, or “IoT” for short, has many applications across a variety of industries. IoT applications in logistics are demonstrated in this article by 3PL Links, along with their benefits.

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Camelot 3PL Software

DECEMBER 6, 2019

A variety of digital tools can help industrial entities maximize their storage of all components needed. These technologies include big data, augmented reality, 3D printing, the cloud, and the industrial Internet of Things (IoT). Through these technologies, industrial storage becomes more efficient and effective.

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 13, 2021

Specifically, raw material and product shortages are affecting the chemical industry. With many other industries relying on the chemical industry, this is becoming a significant challenge to overcome. Shortages in the chemical industry have worsened over the last quarter. MATERIAL AND PRODUCT SHORTAGES.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

SUMMARY: Because 4PL providers handle a company’s entire chain, including challenges that are thrown up by advances in technology, they are increasingly being favoured over third-party logistics (3PL) providers, especially by big companies with complex supply chains. The Differences between 4PL and 3PL. What is 3PL? What is 4PL?

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