Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Have you conducted a cost-to-serve (CTS) analysis for your enterprise? And that is the sole purpose of cost-to-serve analysis. If you were going to say, “What is a cost-to-serve analysis?” When costs begin to spiral out of control, the result is usually a loss of revenue in proportion to sales.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 13, 2023

Kara is the Founder and CRO of LeadCoverage , the premier B2B marketing and PR firm dedicated to helping logistics companies increase lead generation through targeted marketing strategies and media coverage. Measurement – analytics and analysis delivered executive-ready. Tusk save Shippers 40% or more on small parcel shipping.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 31, 2023

Applying the strategies and methodologies he learned while serving Fortune 1000 brands as a strategist, Adam brings both creative and practical strategies that move the needle for the mid-market companies he serves. Adam is also an entrepreneur. Tusk save Shippers 40% or more on small parcel shipping.

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Ship Monk

JULY 18, 2024

Today we’re going to look at some of the consumer trends that might affect your preparations for peak season 2024, and strategies to maximize them. Reduce shipping and inventory costs to gain pricing flexibility. It should have robust tools for data analysis, reporting, tracking, forecasting and managing inventory.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

He is responsible for driving strategy, customer engagement, and industry analysis. Data-Driven Decision Making: By leveraging DAT’s data and analytics, businesses can make data-driven decisions to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 29, 2024

In the dynamic landscape of modern supply chains, one of the key challenges is the efficient management of resources to eliminate waste and enhance overall productivity. Standardized carton sizes also facilitate more efficient stacking and storage within the warehouse, reducing space utilization and improving overall operational flow.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 13, 2021

Beyond Cost Per Load with Felipe Capella. Felipe Capella and Joe Lynch discuss beyond cost per load. Felipe believes that while cost per load will continue to be important, savvy shippers will look for 3PLs who use technology and people to bring additional value to the shipping function. Key Takeaways: Beyond Cost Per Load.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

From 2006 to 2020, Chris played key leadership roles (including Chief Strategy Officer from 2010-2020) at Coyote Logistics (a UPS Company), a leading provider of non-asset based 3PL solutions across North America and Europe. The next 3 bullet points are cut and pasted from the Picket Research website. He earned a B.S.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 6, 2023

John is the Co-founder and COO of ISO , the only neutral platform that provides shippers, brokers and carriers with the ability to measure the total cost of transportation procurement. ISO provides a neutral, single source of truth for logistics performance, eliminating siloed systems and human analysis.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 7, 2024

As freight transportation costs continue to rise year-on-year, manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers and any other organisations that are part of a supply chain must think smarter about pushing down the cost of moving goods from A to B. Maximise Your Carrier Capacity How are you presenting your freight to the freight company?

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 17, 2022

With Tive , shippers and logistics service providers (LSP) eliminate preventable delays, damage, and shipment failures. Krenar Komoni is the Founder and CEO of Tive , a company that is re-imagining supply chain visibility with sensor-driven awareness and analysis tools of in-transit goods, from start to finish.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Due to its strategic location, the Panama Canal has become a linchpin in international commerce and global trade, by significantly reducing travel distances and costs. Factors that Causing to Water Levels Reduction Climate Change Climate change is a primary driver of the decreasing water levels in the Panama Canal.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Since 2011 carriers, 3PLs, shippers, and logistics technology vendors have looked to CarrierDirect to deliver the efficiency, strategy, go-to-market plans, and technology that will elevate their business above their competition. Labor shortages and cost increases. Raw material shortages and cost increases. Port congestion.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 1, 2022

Flatbed Messenger eliminates empty miles by matching Home Depot’s dedicated capacity to Loadsmart shippers who need flatbed services. Enterprise brands looking to reduce empty miles from their dedicated/private flatbed capacity can reach out directly to flatbedmessenger@loadsmart.com for more information. Nick’s Jensen.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 7, 2024

Cost to Serve: The measurement of cost factors that go into the servicing of a customer, or the production of a product. For companies involved in shipping freight, the combination of order-level management and cost to serve analysis can be a game-changer.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 21, 2023

Prior to Flock, he played key leadership roles (including Chief Strategy Officer from 2010-2020) at Coyote Logistics – a UPS Company, a leading provider of non-asset based 3PL solutions across North America and Europe. To learn more about the company, offerings, and careers, visit flockfreight.com.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

That strategy can lead to thousands of scenarios, and still no number of scenarios will answer all questions. Another strategy is to dedicate resources and build the best algorithm for demand forecasting. While this sourcing strategy is the most cost-effective one, the business might not want to operate like that.

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WorkWave

JANUARY 21, 2025

Immigration policy proposals suggest stricter controls, which could reduce the available labor pool in industries such as physical security, commercial cleaning, pest control and landscaping. This could limit businesses’ ability to meet demand, especially during peak seasons and potentially lead to higher labor costs and project delays.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 13, 2022

His mission is to help craft the firm’s growth strategy while assisting with deal sourcing, capital raising, and the creation of value within portfolio companies. Brown and Sons’ transportation team, AVP – Planning and Analysis at CSX Transportation, Inc., Systems Engineering Consultant with Day & Zimmermann, Inc.,

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Recent studies have shown that among the challenges frustrating warehouse and distribution centre managers this year, rising energy and labour costs are two of the most often cited. We hope the tips and ideas in this article will help you make inroads into warehouse energy and labour cost reduction.

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MTS Logistics

JUNE 30, 2023

And 52% are looking to consolidate more shipments overall, a strategy for which LCL can play an important role.” ” Below are three ways shippers can use LCL to reduce their costs. Recoup costs and future savings. Bridge the gap with market and mode shifts.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 27, 2022

Mark McEntire is the Senior Vice President of Operations at Emerge, a freight technology firm that is reinventing freight procurement by providing access to benchmarked rates and thousands of trusted partners to maximize cost-savings. The Emerge platform provides carriers access to more shippers and more opportunities.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2023

Throughout her career, Sarah has been recognized for developing and executing sales strategies that help clients choose the best products for their needs. At DAT, she has been instrumental in growing the shipper practice. Tusk save Shippers 40% or more on small parcel shipping.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 3, 2023

The effects of inflation on the shipping industry were seen in several areas: higher fuel, increased transportation, labor and equipment costs. Despite this, bloated inventories due to reduced consumer demand are still putting pressure on warehouse rates, leading to a new inflation warning for consumers.

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Loginext

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

This article outlines the various ways that delivery route optimization software can help your organization cut down on costs. The post Empowering Operations Managers to Drastically Cut Costs with Delivery Route Optimization Software appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 31, 2024

There must be efficient strategies deployed to reduce the spread of pests and different stakeholders must contribute in some way. Depopulating millions of birds came at a staggering cost of $181 million. Addressing the problem of pests being imported and exported in cargo and containers requires a diverse strategy.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

In the past few decades, an increasing number of organizations have adopted environmental, social and governance ( ESG ) initiatives to help heal the planet as well as to make cost and efficiency improvements in their supply chain and procurement operations. What obstacles are companies facing in making the most of this opportunity?

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3PL Links

JANUARY 8, 2025

Image source: iStocks | The Ultimate Guide to Fleet Management: Strategies to Control and Optimize Your Processes Investing in a fleet management system results in an improvement in internal processes, which directly reflects the quality of the service provided to the end customer.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 24, 2023

With a strong commitment to reducing plastic and corrugated cardboard waste while achieving significant cost savings in packaging expenses, Mike has made substantial contributions to the industry. He holds an MBA from the prestigious Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

This integrated approach enables Summit to reduce idle time and fuel wastage, aligning with its goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. ORION has proven essential in reducing travel distances, as well as cutting down on greenhouse gas emissions associated with unnecessary mileage.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 21, 2025

An efficient supply chain strategy is one that takes every aspect of your supply chain into account, from inventory management and warehouse design to freight tendering and transport optimisation. Supply chain efficiency focuses on improving your processes whilst also reducing costs. What is Supply Chain Efficiency?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 31, 2022

If there is a tradeoff between cost and a sustainable project, is the higher cost/less sustainable project ever selected? Let’s put a major multinational – Saint-Gobain – under the microscope to illustrate how this kind of analysis. Do green projects have a lower hurdle for approval? Who is Saint-Gobain?

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2020

To succeed in the transportation and logistics business, 3PLs need to be able to hire and retain the very best talent, while keeping a lid on costs. Lean provides a turnkey solution to staffing challenges using a proven process that will improve profits while reducing employee costs. Supply Chain Security Analysis.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Green logistics refers to environmentally friendly logistics processes that aim to reduce CO2 emissions and promote sustainability in the areas of transportation, warehousing, inventory management, packaging and waste recycling. Reverse Logistics: Handles end-of-life products to ensure recycling and environmental benefits.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Understanding the cost to supply is as crucial as knowing your cost to serve. It’s about assessing the costs your suppliers incur when delivering to your business, which can significantly impact your strategy, pricing, and overall efficiency. This week we are talking about cost to supply and why it’s so important.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 3, 2021

With Tive , shippers and logistics service providers (LSP) eliminate preventable delays, damage, and shipment failures. Krenar Komoni is the Founder and CEO of Tive , a company that is re-imagining supply chain visibility with sensor-driven awareness and analysis tools of in-transit goods, from start to finish.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

If you’re a decision-maker with accountability for your organisation’s entire supply chain, and you’re just starting to think about outsourcing, perhaps to reduce costs or improve service, this post should prove well worth the few minutes it will take you to read it.

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