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6 Critical Success Factors in Distribution Network Design

Logistics Bureau

Quality and Detail of Data and its Analysis In some of our earlier posts, weve stressed the importance of simplicity in distribution network design , and we will return to that topic later in this article. It’s not a short list, so we’ll set it down here as a summary to help you with plans for analysis.

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What are Reverse Logistics?

Logistics Bureau

In addition, returns typically cost more to handle than outbound shipments – 3 to 4 times more for traditional retail companies, for example. Hidden Opportunities for Supply Chain Cost Reductions Of course hidden costs, if you can find them, mean hidden opportunities. Some industries experience more returns than others.

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A Guide to Supply Chain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Logistics Bureau

Of course, the big challenge in this type of external benchmarking is obtaining the necessary data, since many companies are wary of sharing performance data with potential competitors. Of course, its also possible to add further tiers for even more granularity, but again, the more levels you have, the more complex your KPI solution.

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The American trade imbalance and port congestion

Shipping and Freight Resource

Bureau of Economic Analysis, the American trade deficit on goods and services went up 4.2%, rising from $70.3 However, port information from San Pedro Bay ports, which handles 40% of US trade, shows that this trend of empty container outbound movement has been going on for a few years and is not a new phenomenon. Source : project44.

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Supply Chain Principles in 11 Words

Logistics Bureau

Of course this requires reliable supply, good demand forecasting, good inventory management, good customer communications and many other elements to be in sync. Inbound and outbound. Of course you need to balance the number of stock holding locations, the level of inventory and the delivery costs. They’re cheaper!

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Near-real-time data-driven route optimization best practices

FreightWaves SONAR

Predictive data analysis allows managers to tweak and adjust route optimization and shipping protocols to accommodate market demands. Shifting to another route might add 60 minutes to the delivery time, but it also highlights a much better option than staying on course and being delayed for hours due to a weather anomaly.

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5 Tips for Warehouse and Distribution Center Management Success You MUST Instill Today

GlobalTranz

Control Both Inbound and Outbound Freight Effectively. Warehouses must effectively manage inbound and outbound freight concurrently. Visibility in your warehouse requires dedicated asset tracking, data collection, analysis and application, and continuous improvement across all employees and operations. What’s Next?