GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 29, 2015

We started the series first by " 9 Key Topics to Understand to Frame A Shipper’s Mind for Effective KPI Management with a 3PL." We then followed that with the wildly popular " 7 Strategic Performance Business Practices with 3PL KPIs and 4 KPI Problems to Solve " and shared how to use the S.M.A.R.T.

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Case Study Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 93

LandLink

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Things are a little quieter this time of year and there is plenty of recent data to review. Typically, this is a no cost exercise provided by your 3PL so there is every reason to have the review done. As the challenging year of 2020 draws to a close it may be useful to review some of your freight payment protocols.

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Software Supply Chains 62

LandLink

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Things are a little quieter this time of year and there is plenty of recent data to review. Typically, this is a no cost exercise provided by your 3PL so there is every reason to have the review done. As another year draws to a close it may be useful to review some of your supply chain protocols.

Freight 64

Freight Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Exercises 64

Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 1, 2021

Watchdog platforms, 3PL companies, and technology can be important allies in the war against rising cargo crime numbers. Specialized data analysis firms such as Cargonet have found that cargo theft is peaking and the losses being suffered by manufacturers, shippers, and logistics service providers have reached historic highs.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 62

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Cargo Tracking and Tracing 62

3PL Links

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Image source: Flickr | How to Protect Supply Chain from Cyber Attacks The management of data intelligence in the supply chain presents an enormous challenge to those involved. The amount, velocity, and sharing of data all influence how it is received and evaluated, and these changes intensify with the consolidation of digital transformation.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains How To 48

Talking Logistics

APRIL 6, 2017

Don’t view procurement as a tactical, routine annual exercise that must be completed quickly in order to meet your current customer demand at the lowest possible cost. In contrast, a 3PL partner will constantly look for matches within their own dense freight network.

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Capacity Price Reduction Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction 72

Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2019

It will enable data sharing among all functions, highlight errors and outliers in the data, and speed up data analysis thus increasing efficiency, improving accuracy and lowering operating costs. Refined Analytics: Logistics is a data-intensive function.

Supply Chain Software 54

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design 54

Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 13, 2021

Plastics make every kind of product imaginable — from food packaging, appliances, smartphones, and car parts to exercise equipment and roller skates. It can provide you with data-driven insight so you can better manage current and future disruptions.

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Industry Supply Chain Planning Software Material Savings Supply Chain Software 109

CLX Logistics

APRIL 27, 2016

As digitization continues to modify the global supply chain landscape, its unprecedented data sources and solutions will lead to not only the demise of disparate information systems, but to the rise of true, end-to-end, supply chain visibility. Track, Trace and Collect Data from Key Partners. By Cosmas Hoefnagels for Talking Logistics.

Optimal Sourcing 40

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 40

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2015

The manufacturer has access to the distributor’s inventory data and is responsible for generating purchase orders. Vendor Managed Inventory Model : The manufacturer receives electronic data ( usually via EDI or the Internet) that tells him the distributor’s sales and stock levels. The distributor maintains the inventory plan.

Vendor Strategies 96

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Waste Reduction 96

Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 3, 2017

After the Ford Motor Company switched to a global material manufacturing system, it gave its suppliers access to the system for real-time information on stocks and shipping, with coordination by a 3PL of deliveries to achieve full truckloads of parts. Embedded 3PL Relationships. Alternatively, innovative thinking can help.

Collaboration 40

Collaboration Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software 40

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2018

It begins with a strategy project that documents the current state process, information, and data flows. It requires gathering data, driving towards answering the question “Where is the money?” The above process gives you the answer as to if and why a TMS is needed.

Supply Chain Design Software 72

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Resource Reduction 72

Ship Monk

AUGUST 2, 2023

If you’re already knee deep in design iterations and fulfillment provider RFPs, we hope you’ve already gone through this exercise. As you grow, consider outsourcing to a 3PL. If you’re still in the thinking stage, ask yourself these three questions while you still have time to pivot. #1. What Problem is your Product or Brand Solving?

eCommerce 52

eCommerce Material Savings Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction 52

Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 3, 2017

After the Ford Motor Company switched to a global material manufacturing system, it gave its suppliers access to the system for real-time information on stocks and shipping, with coordination by a 3PL of deliveries to achieve full truckloads of parts. Embedded 3PL Relationships. Alternatively, innovative thinking can help.

Collaboration 40

Collaboration Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Logistics 40

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 18, 2017

These responsibilities extend across functions and when properly exercised, comprise supply, demand, distribution, production, purchasing and capacity planning. If your company is serious about making inventory-planning improvements, provision should be made for appropriate data-processing capabilities.

Supply Chain Planning Software 40

Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction Inventory Scenario Planning 40

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The World top 19 3PLOs in terms of Gross Revenue for 2022 appear below courtesy of Statista : Rank 3PL Provider Gross Logistics Revenue (Million USD) 1 Kuehne + Nagel 46,864 2 DHL Supply Chain & Global Forwarding 45,590 3 DSV 34,883 4 DB Schenker 30,392 5 SF Logistics/ Kerry Logistics 25,740 6 C.H. It must be a joint exercise.

Outsourcing 52

Outsourcing Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Price Reduction 52

Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2018

As market and buying trend data becomes more abundant and IT systems more connected, retailers can better estimate demand and adapt their ordering. Several large 3PL now leverage their resources to offer tailored reverse logistics services. Forecast demand better. Design reverse logistics into the business model.

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Reverse logistics Vendor Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction 53

247 Customs Broker

MARCH 2, 2018

“The proposal is under review by CBP to determine if the CBP identified concerns have been addressed, determine if the program is operationally viable, and if any adjustments are necessary,” according to a meeting document of the COAC Export Subcommittee Post-Departure Filing Working Group posted to CBP’s website before the advisory group’s meeting (..)

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Document Groups Freight forwarding Meeting 28

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

If at all practicable, your WMS should have a scanning solution enabled to reduce or eliminate manual data entry. Scanners should be connected to fork-lift-mounted and hand-held data terminals … and paperwork should be considered anathema. In fact, care is really the general watchword in customer distribution.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 40

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 31, 2016

If at all practicable, your WMS should have a scanning solution enabled to reduce or eliminate manual data entry. Scanners should be connected to fork-lift-mounted and hand-held data terminals … and paperwork should be considered anathema. In fact, care is really the general watchword in customer distribution.

Supply Chain Design Software 45

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 45

Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

For example, it either makes sense to outsource logistics activity to a 3PL, or it makes more sense to keep it in-house. For larger organisations, in particular, a logistics function of some nature will need to exist, since it would be folly to allow a 3PL partnership to be dominated by the service provider. In many cases, it doesn’t.

Outsourcing 98

Outsourcing Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Expense Reduction 98

Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2021

If building a large enough network for you seems daunting, you can always partner with a third-party logistics company (3PL), whose primary role is their relationships among shippers and carriers. The ability to exercise flexibility could be the difference among your competitors, making your shipment easier to cover. COMMUNICATION.

Freight 117

Freight Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 117

Camelot 3PL Software

JANUARY 16, 2022

Traditional pallet-in/pallet-out 3PLs have been forced to expand into eCommerce fulfillment services. In addition to quicker order processing times and more efficient picking processes, 3PL warehouses are now required to have more connected systems to manage orders and data. Investment in people and technology is a must.

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Warehousing Trends 3PL Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Talking Logistics

JANUARY 11, 2019

As reported by Reuters, “Amazon could build a stake of almost a third in warehouse robotics firm Balyo in the next seven years…Under the terms of the deal, Amazon will receive free stock warrants representing up to 29 percent of Balyo’s capital which it can exercise depending on orders of the company’s products.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 72

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Logistics 72

FLS Transport

JANUARY 4, 2021

And while retailers were able to modestly re-stock going into peak, data now shows that they lack adequate inventory. One data point shows inventories declined 9% year-over-year while sales increased 9%. Note: Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the OTR truckload driver count is at an eight-year low.

Freight 52

Freight Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Stord

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Imagine the delight of a customer discovering a perfectly assembled spa day kit, complete with everything needed for a moment of winter wellness, or the convenience of finding all the supplements and exercise apparel needed to properly kick off a new hobby - everything they need with no extra effort! Finally, kitting expertise.

Inventory Reduction 88

Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Design Software Cost Reduction Resource Reduction 88