Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 25, 2014

I finished my first ARC Market Study this week, looking at the Transportation Management Systems market. On top of that, my colleague, Clint Reiser, and I are wrapping up our omni-channel fulfillment survey, with an upcoming presentation at the annual CSCMP show in September. So it’s been a pretty busy week (month) here.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2018

And according to a recent survey by Kenco, 94% of survey respondents feel that it’s important for their 3PL provider to have a competency in technology and innovation, and more than half expect their 3PL provider to be investing in innovative technologies (another 32% want to co-invest). Kristi Montgomery, VP of innovation, Kenco.

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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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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

For instance, ask yourself if you genuinely need a warehouse in a given location or whether a cross-docking operation , which requires little storage space and presents no on-site inventory management complexities, would suffice. Try to avoid introducing the need for backtracking and detours in transportation.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 1, 2018

In an era where technology is continuing to migrate consumer spending habits online and away from brick-and-mortar stores, the newly released 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study (#3PLStudy) highlights how supply chains are also going digital and using science to keep pace. Data sharing between shippers and 3PLs become increasingly important.

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2020

Managed Services is when you outsource your freight and logistics processes to a third-party logistics (3PL) provider, such as Trinity Logistics. You can find ways to manage your data in one place using a 3PL’s Transportation Management System (TMS). Managed Services. Money is often wasted on unknown and unnecessary expenses.

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Penske Move Ahead

APRIL 29, 2020

Penske Logistics senior vice president of global sales Joe Carlier will join a panel of experts in a May 21 webinar hosted by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals ( CSCMP ) on the 2020 Third-Party Logistics Study. Please note: The study is forward looking and was published in September 2019.

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Presenters included Balika Sonthalia, a vice president at A.T. Kearney and a presenter of CSCMP’s 30 th Annual State of Logistics Report, and Shanton Wilcox, partner at Infosys Consulting , which produces the 24 th Annual Third-Party Logistics Study : The State of Logistics Outsourcing. Penske Logistics sponsors both studies.

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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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Talking Logistics

JULY 5, 2018

In this post, I will outline how to select reliable core carriers and find the right third party logistics provider (3PL) for your business. We have been studying truck freight attributes and strategies since 2006. Select the perfect 3PL to augment your truckload strategy. Most of the time, yes — one 3PL is ideal.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 6, 2020

At the same time Wilson James was developing and implementing this complex logistics strategy, on the evening of Sunday 29th March it was also presented with the challenge of creating and operating a temporary off-site car park. The post Case Study: The Building of NHS Nightingale appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Serving as a panelist for both the CSCMP State of Logistics Report and the 2020 Third-Party Logistics Study sessions will be Joe Carlier, senior vice president of global sales. Kearney and presented by Penske Logistics, made its debut earlier this year in Washington, D.C. 2020 3PL Study, September 16.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 29, 2018

Joe Carlier, the company’s senior vice president of global sales, will reprise his role as a panelist for the CSCMP State of Logistics Report that Penske has presented for the last decade. Penske is a study sponsor. 3PLStudy.com , where past studies are also accessible. A report recap is available here.

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247 Customs Broker

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Pet Logistics Market describes an in-depth evaluation and professional study on the present and future state of the Pet Logistics market across the globe, including… The post ?Pet Pet Logistics Market Is Booming Worldwide appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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247 Customs Broker

DECEMBER 6, 2020

Cold Chain Warehousing and Logistics Market describes an in-depth evaluation and professional study on the present and future state of the Cold Chain Warehousing and… The post ?Cold Cold Chain Warehousing and Logistics Market Is Booming Worldwide appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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DECEMBER 7, 2020

Connected Logistics Market describes an in-depth evaluation and professional study on the present and future state of the Connected Logistics market across the globe, including… The post ?Connected Connected Logistics Market Is Booming Worldwide appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 8, 2020

3PL Summit | MAR. Global Trade Tech | To Be Announced This FreightWaves event includes talks, demos, keynote presentations, vendors and much more. The conference brings together over 38,000 retailers, vendors and industry experts. Register Here. Register Here. Register Here.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 22, 2023

Shipping Hazardous Materials Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - June 22, 2023 Shipping hazardous materials (HAZMAT) requires adherence to specific rules and regulations, along with the implementation of safety precautions.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

On one hand, it is often presented as a tried and trusted business move, governed by a few basic principles to ensure smooth sailing. References and case studies abound to show how organisations use logistics outsourcing to become more efficient and more profitable. The logistics outsourcing partnership has a split personality.

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247 Customs Broker

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Market Study Report LLC Adds New Global Finished Vehicles Logistics Market Report to its research database.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Ideally, your third-party logistics provider (3PL) should be providing this for you, but if not, some good resources to check out are FreightWaves , Transport Topics , or Supply Chain Dive. 5: Partner with a Great 3PL A great 3PL will help you stay confident regardless of freight market conditions. That’s only the beginning.

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Blog on Log

JULY 24, 2006

The ‘Award of Excellence’ was presented by Kieran Ring, Chief Executive of the Institute at the North American Industry Dinner held to honor the memory of founding Chairman Robert V. Delaney, during the US 3PL Summits at the Buckhead Intercontinental, Atlanta on 27 June 2006.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

An additional challenge was presented by the organizer’s tour schedule, since the return transport had to be prepared before the final concert tour route was fully decided. The post Case Study: Bringing Symphonic Listening Pleasure to Japan appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2017

In response, more shippers have ditched their practices of working with carriers directly for third-party logistics provider (3PL) partnerships. According to a recent study, reports Material Handling and Logistics , only 3 percent of respondents believe their existing technology supports an improved customer-focused logistics experience.

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

The 2023 Third-Party Logistics Study, released today at the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals EDGE conference in Nashville, Tennessee, provides industry insights into the current state of the 3PL market, the importance of relationships and the value 3PLs provide.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2015

Each Supplier gives a presentation about their company’s expertise, and overview of how they have worked with you. Then we select the item to be studied. Present the final solution in writing, on a single sheet of paper, to the person that should implement it. They meet in a room free from interruptions. If not, modify it.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

The 2017 Global State of Logistics Outsourcing Study from Capgemini Consulting indicates 3PLs now want to become “collaborative partners that take on greater accountability and control”. 3PLs should then make sure they also know about and align with their clients’ business objectives. Beyond the Table Stakes of Trust.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Communication is one of the critical components of a successful 3PL-shipper relationship, and reliable data remains at the core of many of those relationships. As a result, shippers and 3PLs are investing in technology as well as data sharing capabilities as they look to create reliable and agile distribution networks.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

A research study by Duke University found that 40 percent of the actions people performed each day weren’t actual decisions but habits. Ask your current customers for any referrals, be present at tradeshows or keep memberships with certain trade organizations to help connect with others in your industry. That data is pretty staggering!

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Presenters included Balika Sonthalia, a vice president at A.T. Kearney and a presenter of CSCMP’s 30 th Annual State of Logistics Report, and Shanton Wilcox, partner at Infosys Consulting , which produces the 24 th Annual Third-Party Logistics Study : The State of Logistics Outsourcing. Penske Logistics sponsors both studies.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 18, 2023

Studies show that the region’s B2C Ecommerce Gross Merchandise Value will increase to approximately $1.5 And you, as a business owner, can have peace of mind managing your overseas inventory with our omnichannel 3PL ecommerce platform. trillion by 2026. Take advantage of Europe’s possibilities with ShipMonk.

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247 Customs Broker

MAY 14, 2020

Automotive Spare Parts Logistics Market describes an in-depth evaluation and professional study on the present and future state of the Automotive Spare Parts Logistics market… The post Automotive Spare Parts Logistics Market 2020 | Covid19 Impact Analysis | Business Outlook, Growth, Revenue, Trends and Forecasts 2026 appeared first on 24/7 Customs (..)

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3PL Links

JULY 21, 2024

The present changes include opening up new business models and a new management vision in addition to investing in technical tools for the operation. New business models A Gartner study found that 79% of supply chain executives believe the new business model to help post-pandemic recovery is an internet/platform-based strategy.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2019

with an evolving market, dynamic, data-driven, third-party logistics (3PL) companies like BlueGrace are in increasingly high demand, for their ability to navigate a changing trade landscape and help shippers optimize their operations processes. As we stand at the precipice of this modern trade revolution, the next generation of the U.S.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 28, 2022

Similar to methods used for accelerating growth, when scaling your business, finding reliable partnerships (particularly with a trusted 3PL) is a pivotal part of success. That, of course, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t focus on the present state of things. Perfect Partnerships. The better your profit, the more you scale. Eyes on the Prize.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2014

Most certainly, trucking statistics are easy to digest if they are presented in a fun way, with lots of color and less clutter. You can read countless books and studies that say when any job function is in the weeds, it’s hard to move the department, and thus the business forward. Read the Full Blog Post. Read the Full Blog Post.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 30, 2016

Fourth-party logistics providers (4PLs) do all of the typical functions of a third-party logistics provider (3PL), while adding something more to the table. The Present State and Benefits of Collaboration. Chart from Capgemini 2014 3PL Study. Cost-Savings and Future Planning.

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