GlobalTranz

MARCH 2, 2015

When it comes to efficient and cost-effective over the road transportation management , it is absolutely crucial that you be working with a trustworthy 3PL. Understanding the potential value of a 3PL early in the process is crucial to saving money and providing great service. What Is A 3PL? How Does A 3PL Benefit My Enterprise?

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 3, 2015

Yet in outsourced logistics simply refers to hiring a third-party logistics service, 3PL, to handle the logistics services. From securing inventory to transporting goods from Point A to Point B, 3PL are taking over as in-house logistics teams fall flat. Meanwhile the experts of a 3PL will handle the distribution. Target Corp.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

As the crossroads of tradition meets modernization, 3PL in the Kingdom shines brightly. Welcome to the dynamic world of KSA’s 3PL sector, where innovation meets opportunity. In this week’s InFocus webinar series, we had the opportunity to gain key insights on 3PL and e-commerce in the Saudi Arabia region from Salah Taha.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

You Have A Good Amount Of Historical Data. If you have worked with the same carriers on similar types of projects for many years, this historical data is an asset for your company. You can use this data to analyze different types of shipments to gain insights such as which carrier provides the best value for given lanes.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 18, 2015

If you are a logistics manager seeking options for a partnership with a 3PL services provider or looking to optimize the 3PL solution, then understanding the expansion of the holistic approach that some 3PLs offer will help you select an option that best suits your company. A 3PL Services Partnership Drives Value.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 2, 2015

Automatic consolidation of data from partners and systems. Advantages of Partnering with 3PL for Reverse Logistics Management. Specifically, the benefits of utilizing the expertise of a 3PL for reverse logistics management produces greater controls over inspecting, recovering, testing and disposing of returned products.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Even as the industry is becoming more data driven than ever before and cutting-edge software is increasingly used to manage freight from start to finish, the development of your sales team is still important. Please join us for a live interactive webinar Keys to Developing High Performing 3PL Sales Teams for a closer look at this topic.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search Adam White - February 29, 2024 LinkedIn Live Webinar On-Demand: Transportation Cost: The impacts & how to gain visibility to the right data What’s the Topic? We can help.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 12, 2024

BlueGrace Releases Comic Book Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - March 12, 2024 DC Velocity Staff | DC Velocity March 12, 2024 Move over Marvel, BlueGrace Logistics has entered the comic book market. My ancient spreadsheets have all the answers?

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

When you want to drive down your logistics and transportation spend, the very first thing that you need is freight and transportation data. Without hard data, you can’t take action. When enterprises try to act in the absence of data, they are usually guessing and won’t get the results they need.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2024

What you will learn in this blog: Leveraging Data Analytics For Invaluable Insights Implementing Lean Principles for Waste Reduction Effective Management Of Supply Chain Costs As companies navigate market fluctuations and challenges, effectively managing supply chain expenses becomes pivotal for success. Read The Logistics Blog®

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Today begins our series about electronic data interchange or EDI in transportation. What is Electronic Data Interchange? First we must understand and get on the same page of what is Electronic Data Interchange, or EDI, as it is not only used in the transportation industry. How does Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Work?

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 12, 2025

based, non-asset-based 3PL BlueGrace Logistics, signaled positive momentum for both order volume expectations and revenue expectations, for the second quarter. And it added that 12% of respondents are neutral, down from 23% in the first quarter, with 14% negative, up from 9% in the first quarter.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 15, 2024

Third-party logistics ( 3PL ) providers play a crucial role in managing these complexities, offering services like route optimization and temperature monitoring to ensure timely delivery. Businesses benefit from enhanced supply chain visibility and can focus on their core operations while relying on the expertise of their 3PL partners.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 29, 2024

Reach out – we’re here to help!

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Locus

OCTOBER 25, 2023

‘ To help businesses demystify this term and implement it effectively, our latest InFocus webinar dives deep into its intricacies. Hosted by Mehul Kapadia, the Chief Revenue Officer at Locus, this webinar provides invaluable insights for businesses, particularly in Asia. Missed the real-time buzz? Insights are just a click away!

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 11, 2024

Food and beverage shippers can achieve this by analyzing historical data and market insights. Working closely with retailers and distributors to gather real-time data can further enhance the accuracy of forecasts. Forecasting with Precision Accurate forecasting is fundamental for managing demand effectively.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

About BlueGrace Logistics BlueGrace Logistics offers customizable transportation management solutions as a full-service Third-Party Logistics [3PL] provider that helps shippers manage their freight spend through industry leading technology with a large network of established carriers across the country. Learn more at [link].

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 23, 2015

When selecting a transportation mangement 3PL to aid you in a robust and effective transportation management strategy , defining the rules of engagement is critical to success. We've built a deep checklist to understand first before you go about engaging with a 3PL. Do you even first understand your own needs?

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 3, 2015

The 3PL industry is going through transformations and the coming few years are likely to be critical for the future of the industry. But the main goal of these technologies will be to enable 3PL companies to connect, collaborate and engage with their clients seamlessly in order to improve the speed and quality of service.

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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. Fortunately, selecting a 3PL for 2015 and beyond can be broken down into six specific questions.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 17, 2017

So… how do you find the right 3PL? 3PL = Third Party Logistics company. And far too many organisations end up with a 3PL partner that is a bad fit culturally, does not provide the right service performance and costs far more than expected. It’s usually the client’s fault… not the 3PL.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

Three technologies have emerged as game-changers for third-party logistics (3PL) and supply chain experts: large language models (LLMs), freight optimization platforms and no-code automation. The answer lies in data. In the ever-evolving world of logistics, data reigns supreme.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 19, 2015

One of the most overlooked success factors to shipment tracking is simply defining what the expectation is between your own company, the receiver of the goods, a 3PL, and your carrier partners. Too often the 3PL and shipper are not aligned on the expectation of shipment tracking.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 29, 2015

Consider the many shippers who have outsourced transportation management and other logistics functions to third-party logistics (3PL) providers the past few years. So manufacturers and distributors have increasingly turned to 3PLs to focus on the back-end operations and streamlined process as it relates to transportation management.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2016

Although 3PL Logistics Companies or 3PLs were around before the recession, companies realized the short-term savings of outsourcing logistics, transportation, and freight management to 3PLs quickly, and the age of the rise of the logistics provider was born. Client Needs of 3PL Logistics Companies.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 15, 2014

3PL Pricing Structure: Part 2 In Third Party Logistics Implementation. 3PL Pricing Structure: Part 2 In Third Party Logistics Implementation. The Importance of Real Time Data and Visibility in Technology Mirrors GEMBA and KANBAN Philosophies .

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 30, 2023

based non-asset-based 3PL BlueGrace Logistics, could be viewed as replete with signs of cautious optimism, heading into the fourth quarter, which is traditionally viewed as the busiest time of the year for shipping activity.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Today we pick up our series on all things Electronic Data Interchange or EDI by busting the common myths around implementing an EDI Integration program. The truth is, many myths have circulated throughout the business world, and electronic data interchange is the focus of quite a few of these myths. Myth: It’s Disruptive.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Q1 optimism seen in BlueGrace Confidence Index Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - December 11, 2023 The recently-released edition of the BlueGrace Logistics Confidence Index issued by Tampa, Fla.-based

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 5, 2015

This advancement is based on the potential to integrate relevant data at any point in the value chain, define inter-dependencies from the data almost instantaneously, and utilize advanced analytics to develop highly targeted solutions. 11 Improvements by the Deployment of the Internet of Things in the Supply Chain. equipment uptime.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 15, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from our friend Augie Grasis, CEO of FrieghtGator.com In today's blog, Augie discusses why Carriers should partner with a 3PL or LTL Freight Exchange to stay ahead of the game and not be left behind. Why Carriers Should Partner with a 3PL or LTL Freight Exchange. What’s in it for me?”

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2018

Fortunately, shippers can take advantage of the benefits of full truckload by understanding what’s involved with self-procurement or working with a broker or third-party logistics provider (3PL). If technology is involved, such as electronic data exchanges EDI and application programming interfaces (API), it simplifies the process.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 4, 2015

Jabil sponsored a global Dimensional Research survey to capture hard data on current experiences, challenges and trends with the supply chains of electronics manufacturing companies. Connected supply chains provide additional opportunity link supply chains and receive more data. The implication of this capability will be immense.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

Still, the use of transport management systems is largely confined to big shipping and 3PL companies due to high implementation and maintenance costs, which have deterred most small to mid level shippers. As a result, a growing number of shipping companies of all sizes as well as 3PL companies are embracing them in unprecedented numbers.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 25, 2015

Third-Party Logistics (3PL). Businesses sometimes are under the misimpression that 3PL services are only feasible for big companies ( this report reinforces shippers of all size are now targeting to hire 3PLs for transportation management in 2015 and beyond ). bean counter").

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 16, 2015

Furthermore, the number of consumers who want to ensure their data is safe has grown exponentially in recent years, especially considering the massive data breaches at Target and Home Depot. Your IT department also relies on innovation due to how quickly technology advances.

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