Cyzerg

DECEMBER 15, 2023

This article will explore the benefits of cloud-based WMS and its potential to revolutionize warehouse operations. Moreover, cloud WMS eliminates the need for costly hardware investments, allowing businesses of all sizes to access sophisticated warehouse management capabilities at a fraction of the cost.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Almost exactly 1 year ago, I wrote an article for Talking Logistics regarding my top tactics for estimating TMS implementation duration and budget. Readers seemingly latched onto this single statement with some skepticism: “…the quantity of integrations is the #1 driver of implementation duration and cost.”

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 25, 2022

Nate is he Founder of LPF Spend Management , which help parcel shippers create parcel shipping programs which reduce expense, while delivering a positive customer experience. In 2019, Nate transitioned into parcel consulting to use his experience to help retailers reduce shipping expense, while delivering a positive customer experience.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Harvard Business Review recently published an article, “ To Build Resilience, CEOs Need to Become Supply-Chain Experts ”. In this article, we wanted to discuss one aspect of supply chain that is often not given enough attention – building strategic relationships and shared value with direct spend suppliers.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

Original Article: What Shippers and Retailers Need to Know for Peak Season Planning 2022. As a result, shipping costs will undermine any potential gains. Would it not be simpler to access capacity that can scale while keeping tabs on the total costs more easily? over the 2021 cost, such as in the New England region.

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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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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 7, 2025

This problem has a profound impact on logistics processes, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability, making efficient management of empty containers crucial for supply chain continuity. This article aims to investigate the use of non-operating reefer (NOR) containers as a solution to the empty container repositioning problem.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

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. Transportation options: Costs and lead times for each available transportation mode.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 16, 2025

Just as your body needs multiple defense mechanisms to fight off illness, your supply chain needs various strategies to handle disruptions, whether they’re local supplier issues or global crises. Let’s look at five proven strategies that can help you create a more resilient supply chain.

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Cyzerg

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In this article, we’ll uncover practical strategies and best practices to streamline your operations, reduce costs, and improve overall productivity. Whether you’re a small business owner or a seasoned logistics professional, our tips will help you optimize your fulfillment center operations from start to finish.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

This article describes how to incorporate simulation techniques into optimization, build a stochastic optimization model, and end up with a more resilient supply chain model. That strategy can lead to thousands of scenarios, and still no number of scenarios will answer all questions. But it has gaps.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

This article will focus only on outsourced warehousing contracts, including those related to fulfillment centers. Research has shown that up to 80% of Supply Chain costs may be locked in at the design stage of the Supply Chain. So reducing costs post implementation can be very difficult.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Scooter is the President at Sayers Logistics , a boutique LTL-based transportation consultancy that helps 3PLs, shippers, and technology providers to develop best practices, reduce costs, optimize solutions, seize opportunities, and penetrate new markets. About Scooter Sayers. Key Takeaways: Horseshoes and LTL.

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Cyzerg

OCTOBER 4, 2023

By adopting this strategy, businesses can avoid costly stockouts, improve order fulfillment rates, and enhance customer loyalty. Rather than relying on just-in-time inventory, where goods are ordered as needed, just-in-case inventory management anticipates potential disruptions and maintains a safety net of inventory.

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Cyzerg

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

As a warehouse operator, you face the daily challenge of increasing productivity, reducing costs, and improving efficiency. That is the purpose of this comprehensive article — to light the way as you navigate through the concepts, technologies, opportunities, and possible downsides of automated warehouses.

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Cyzerg

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

As a warehouse operator, you face the daily challenge of increasing productivity, reducing costs, and improving efficiency. That is the purpose of this comprehensive article — to light the way as you navigate through the concepts, technologies, opportunities, and possible downsides of automated warehouses.

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Cyzerg

OCTOBER 17, 2023

In this article, we delve into the benefits of RFID technology and explore its potential in shaping the future of warehouse management. From improved inventory control and increased visibility to enhanced productivity and reduced labor costs, RFID offers a plethora of advantages to warehouses of all sizes.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 12, 2025

Additionally, capacity availability has improved, allowing businesses to secure reliable freight options without the extreme cost fluctuations seen in previous quarters. Given ongoing concerns about freight costs, supplier reliability, and consumer demand volatility, companies are hesitant to make major shifts in inventory strategy.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 24, 2024

Today’s article is the fifth part in a series featuring surveys from APQC on supply chain topics including ESG in supply chain , environmental sustainability , last mile , digital transformation. Many technologies are implemented as a source of cost cutting.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 21, 2024

This article is from Scott Mullins, EVP of Operations and COO at Lucas Systems, and looks at self-distribution in healthcare systems. The challenges brought about by the pandemic made many rethink strategy when it came to inventory, stock on hand, secondary options and the ability to guarantee supply and resiliency.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 1, 2024

This article explores how adaptive supply chains can help businesses thrive. They design their supply chain on a continuous basis and focus on ecommerce retailing strategies that segment their customer base according to buying behavior. This collaboration enables faster response times and cost savings.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 19, 2024

Today’s article is the fourth part in a series featuring surveys from APQC on supply chain topics including environmental sustainability , last mile , and digital transformation. This suggests a need for a more defined ESG strategy and framework within the industry to guide effective integration and action.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 25, 2024

This article comes from Joan Lim, Senior Manager, Product Marketing at Oracle and looks at the intersection of autonomous supply chains and sustainability. By minimizing energy waste and optimizing equipment operation, companies can reduce their carbon footprint and lower energy costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This article is from Patrick Byers, DevOps Engineer at Lucas Systems, and looks at fortifying warehouse and distribution centers against cybersecurity attacks. What are the true costs of a cyberattack? These side effects of an attack could lead to customer dissatisfaction and reduced profits.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 18, 2022

In this episode, Joe Lynch sits down with William Sandoval , the Senior Vice President of Product Management and Strategy at PowerFleet Inc. I’m the Senior Vice President of Product Management and Strategy for PowerFleet. I saw an article where somebody made the point that the data age or the information age is over.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 27, 2024

This article comes from Carlos Díaz Madero, Subdirector Marketing at netLogistiK , and looks at the key trends that are transforming supply chain management. The goal is to minimize total operating costs and meet customer service expectations. However, improving a service offering generally involves increasing operating costs.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 2, 2025

So thats the route were taking in this article (no pun intended), we’ll be exploring the evolution of fleet route optimisation from a time-consuming pen-and-paper exercise to a high-tech process that, in some cases, can be completed in minutes. Automated route planning software is improving in effectiveness and costs are coming down.

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The Lean Thinker

DECEMBER 9, 2022

If you want to get more of a feel for the work and working conditions, check out the photos in this Daily Mirror article: [link] ). They are under pressure to put in unrealistic numbers because the real numbers would make the site’s cost estimates too high and attract scrutiny from corporate. Have a Shared, Objective, Truth.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 18, 2024

This article comes from Solvoyo and looks at the importance of a control tower. A well-managed supply chain can lead to significant cost savings, improved efficiency, and increased agility in responding to market changes. Another vital feature is the management of alerts and exceptions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 23, 2024

This article comes from Greg Quirk, Product Marketing Manager at Kinaxis and looks at AI in supply chains. Fortunately, there are AI-based tools that can automatically identify data outliers, reducing the significant amount of work required to do it manually. To read the full article, click HERE.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 14, 2023

This makes decisions not only about cost, service, and inventory trade-offs but also about risk and sustainability. This calls for treating suppliers as partners in a relationship built on trust and transparency that reduces risk across the supply chain and ensures business continuity.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 10, 2024

Just last week, my colleague Clint Reiser wrote an article about the top logistics and supply chain conferences to attend in 2024. As costs pressures build up, organizations need to get creative in increasing the focus on cost optimization while ensuring resilience and business continuity. Why is o9 Solutions Growing So Fast?

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