GlobalTranz

JANUARY 18, 2016

After taking a look at the automation technology trends in logistics from our first post, take a look at how these technology trends in logistics will grow and what impact they will have for the industry. Of all the technology trends in logistics, e-commerce is not a new idea and has been prevelant in the B2C world for sometime.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

As we close the year of 2015, we want to take a look at some manufacturing trends for 2016. Manufacturing Business Technology recently wrote the 5 e-commerce trends for 2016 for manufacturers to look at that include: Manufacturers will seek to increase their share of aftermarket parts sales. E-Commerce for Manufacturing.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 5, 2016

Yesterday we began our two part series on 2016 supply chain trends that will drive supply chain management into the future. As with most trends we all have read over the last few years, the focus was on technology. Supply Chain Trends 2016: 5 Additional More Areas of Focus. We listed the first 7.

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Conger

MARCH 28, 2024

Here are the new trends in technologies that continue to impact fleet management practices: Autonomous vehicles : I am sure you have already seen autonomous vehicles used in military applications or niche logistics. Leverage technology for expense tracking and analysis: Using technology makes fleet expense monitoring easier.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Some of the top logistics trends to affect the industry in the coming year include these key automated logistics technologies. The Top Logistics Trends that Will Impact Logistics Management in 2018. Service expansion is going to be a driving trend for increased use of the Internet of Things throughout 2018 and vice versa.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 27, 2018

The BlueGrace Webinar Series Is Introduced. BlueGrace began our new webinar series in February of 2018. With that announcement came 10 highly attended Webinars that offered valuable information from industry experts regarding everything from capacity issues, to freight data usage and visualization. 15,000 School Supplies.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 7, 2016

As the supply chain grows increasingly focused on meeting the demands of an increasingly data-driven and customizable world for consumers and business to business partners, the need for continual improvement and better visibility will continue to drive analysis of available supply chain analytics.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 16, 2016

In other words, the traditional supply chain must evolve to meet the demands of modern society. Sensors are embedded in machines , and advanced algorithms comb through data sets to uncover trends and issues faster than any historical form of predictive analytics. Data Becomes More Available and Accessible.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

and/or capabilities of the supplier and meet companies' short- and/or long-term supply needs. It is important to note that the above focus does not take into account short-term efforts to improve cost, quality or delivery issues with supplier(s) to meet companies’ expectations. You can read the detailed technical definition here.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

We expand upon the supply chain technology trends we spoke about in the first part of this blog series, but let’s take a look at 5 more supply chain tech trends that will shape 2018. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper. Use of AI Will Increase.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 25, 2018

Warehouse managers must understand why changes of standards and use of the Internet of Things (IoT) are needed and how smart warehouses can meet the demands of today and tomorrow. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2018

5 Parcel Shipping Trends to Optimize Shipping & Reduce Costs. Register For The Webinar. Parcel Spend KPIs Provide At-A-Glance Insights and Detailed Analysis The three main areas you can look to reduce costs using parcel shipping analytics are: 1. Potential Shipping Efficiency Savings. Carrier Cost Recovery.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 17, 2017

So, let’s take a look at how our predictions for the first four manufacturing technology trends (Predictive analytics, 3D Printing, and VR) to watch for in 2016 stacked up. Like any modern business, you can learn great things by looking back at what did and did not come to fruition. Predictive Analytics Became Commonplace to Manufacturing.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

As a result, many manufacturers have deployed extensive process review and analysis programs to move towards a higher level of lean manufacturing. The key barrier to each process is the need for data review and analysis of key performance indicators in a digital, portable, and connected setting. Trends come and go.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 22, 2016

Data collection, analysis, and appropriation will be defining factors for manufacturers this year. Advanced analytics offer manufacturers the ability to look beyond what's currently happening on the surface and uncover what trends, processes, and applications may impact the overall volume and quality of production.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

However, the fallacy in the lean supply chain rests on the fact that this information that has garnered from that lean supply chain is not used to make a predictive, quantitative analysis of what will be needed in the future. Putting It All Together.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 20, 2015

In fact, in order to combat these ever pressing issues and competition, we recently shared our insights on trends for 2015 facing manufacturers and distributors on the Cisco-Eagle Blog. Conduct a customer analysis. Are we meeting their needs? As a manufacturer, am I meeting the needs of distributor principals?

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 17, 2017

Earlier this year, we looked into some of the top trends pushing the TMS train forward, and safety and automation were clear frontrunners. Automated data capture, analysis, and presentation through dashboards helps you see what is going on in your company. Scalability to meet growing demand and usage. A TMS Works Independently.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

Fast, efficient billing is key to making sure that you save money while meeting all contractual obligations. One of the hottest trends in business and in the supply chain is risk mitigation. Think about how inefficient it is to not only find the best price, but to meet your specific needs. 5) Consider Transit Time.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 30, 2016

For shippers, the obvious benefit of logistics providers as 4PLs and collaboration is addressing the demand for reduced costs of shipping, concerns over the driver shortage , and the need to improve existing fleet and compliance measures to meet changes in regulatory requirements. Chart from Capgemini 2014 3PL Study.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 1, 2015

We are referencing, enterprise mobility, as defined by TechTarget's Search Mobile Computing: Enterprise mobility is the trend toward a shift in work habits, with more employees working out of the office and using mobile devices and cloud services to perform business tasks.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 11, 2016

Millennials are part of this trend. As a result, today's logistics providers must meet the demands of both a physical and a digital marketplace. This will be the result of rapid analysis of delivery-impacting factors, such as weather, traffic conditions, and poor tire pressure. Photo by Signe Brewster.

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