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Fleet Route Optimisation in the Past, Present, and Future

Logistics Bureau

Indeed, the transition has taken place so swiftly that some companies may still need to fully grasp the present or future possibilities to exploit distribution performance as a competitive advantage. In this article, I have summarised some of the highlights of the rapid evolution of fleet route optimisation over the last 30 years or so.

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Unmasking the Supply Chain: How Blockchain Brings Transparency and Trust

Logistics Viewpoints

Blockchain presents an opportunity where all companies have influence over data and transactions they receive from partners, which means automation can extend beyond internal systems. Quantum-safe cryptographic primitives (e.g., Whats Next?

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Navigating the Future: The Rise of Electronic Bill of Lading (eBL)

MTS Logistics

The eBL, a digital version of the traditional bill of lading, is reshaping the way businesses manage and streamline their shipping documentation. This article explores the key aspects of an eBL, its benefits, challenges, and its potential impact on the future of international trade. What is a Bill of Lading (BOL)?

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What is Order Picking?

Logistics Bureau

In some operations the items are unpacked and placed into tubs or bins before presentation at the pick-face to facilitate the Order Picking process, (most common in “Goods to the Man” operations). The location of SKU’s in the pick-face or slotting is important here as well, (See the “Slotting” article above).

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The Ultimate Guide to Fleet Management: Strategies to Control and Optimize Your Processes

3PL Links

In the rest of this article, we will delve deeper into the advantages of how a fleet management system works and how to monitor it properly. These advantages are sought both by organizations that assume the logistics responsibility of their business and by companies specialized in this type of operation.

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A Complete Guide to Shipping Hazardous Materials

Blue Grace Logistics

What’s in the article: What are hazardous materials? ORM-D – Materials classified as consumer commodities that may be subject to the regulations but presents a limited hazard during transportation due to their form, quantity, and packaging. Here’s what you need to know to safely ship HAZMAT without incident.

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The Past, Present, and Future of Technology in the Warehouse

Logistics Bureau

While some imagination will still be required on this journey, most of the hard work has been done in the writing of this article, so you can shut down the imagination overdrive and cruise through this rundown of technology’s impact on warehouses and distribution centers. 1990: A Fine Vintage for Warehouse Operators.