The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Original article: Cost of Warehouse Management System Software. You are Making Significant Logistics Strategy Changes : When you realize that your current WMS cannot support new processes effectively or at all. More importantly, the web hosting fee is sure to be offset by the near elimination of internal WMS IT support costs.

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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 costs: Freight rates, fuel and labour costs, and other transportation expenses.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

JUNE 29, 2020

The more your products get damaged in shipping, the more money your company loses and the effects of that loss can spread throughout your organization, causing both direct and indirect expenses and affecting sales. But if you can reduce cargo and shipping damage , you can cut shipping costs. Make Labels Clear.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2025

This article explores how digital twins are being deployed in transportation, warehousing, and network design. Whether you’re managing a distribution center, coordinating fleet operations, or shaping global supply strategy, understanding how to deploy and scale digital twins may be your next competitive edge.

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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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WorkWave

DECEMBER 16, 2024

This article will explore the role of pest control drones, highlighting their advantages, challenges, and impact on the industry. We will discuss case studies, future trends, and guidelines for businesses considering whether to invest in this cutting-edge technology.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

This article is from Emerge and offers tips for trucking companies to decrease their insurance premiums. Trucking companies need to manage many layers of safety and compliance, and while insurance is just one of them, it’s also among the most important and expensive. To read the full article, click HERE.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

In this article, I will redress the balance by exploring outsourcing from a more holistic perspective, focusing on ways to consider outsourcing partnerships for improvement throughout the supply chain. So, for example, outsourcing sales activity is not typically a good idea if yours is a retail sales company.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 31, 2021

The tips in this article will help you know how to identify the customers, products, and processes that might be inflating your cost to serve (CTS) unnecessarily. Let’s begin with a look at why, in general, retailers with multiple sales channels are more likely to experience difficulties in reducing cost-to-serve. Customer behaviour.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 8, 2016

The Key Supply Chain Challenge of Cost Reduction. If net profit on sales is 5%, for example, a reduction in supply chain costs from 9% to 4% (or from 12% to 7%) will double net profits. This is the big attraction and importance of cost reduction in a supply chain: profits can be increased without having to increase sales.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 24, 2024

In this article I will outline, firstly, the reasons why organisations outsource logistics activities, and secondly, what the key drivers are for outsourcing success. For example, companies that have their own in-house vehicle fleet often struggle to deliver products on time. But what of the balance? But what about cost of service?

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EazyStock

MARCH 14, 2023

The right purchasing and logistics strategies give companies an edge during these unique, uncertain times and, during the return “to normal,” a greater competitive advantage and continued growth. Rapid cost increases, interest rate hikes and reduced demand require more effective inventory management and forecasting attention.

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3PL Links

JANUARY 1, 2025

And that is what this article is all about: what are the challenges that can arise in the management of temperature-controlled warehouses and how advanced warehouse management systems help to overcome these obstacles? To illustrate this better, imagine the following example: a perishable food supply chain.

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Conger

MARCH 26, 2025

In this article you will understand the nuances of electric forklift rentals and become familiar with typical use cases and pricing structures to make informed decisions about electric forklift rentals for your business. However, renting can become more expensive over time.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Of course, there is no quick and easy way to curb increases in the cost of energy and labour, but now is an excellent time to start thinking about practical ways to reduce energy usage and increase labour productivity and efficiency. There are several possible ways to eliminate this form of energy wastage.

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ShipLilly

JUNE 9, 2021

For example, the lack of pallets has a tremendous effect on the supply chain for many companies. This article discusses the implications and possibilities of responding to the crisis. This article discusses the implications and possibilities of responding to the crisis. Dealing with ridiculously expensive lumbar.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Supply chain strategy is critical to business success, but companies often underestimate its importance and hence pay it less leadership attention than other areas of operation. Supply Chain Strategy. In other words, the majority did not recognise the need for close alignment between supply chain and general business strategies.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2025

Thats what well explore in the article, both as a general indication of the supply chains impact on future business performance, and a guide for potential investors. What should investors look for when deciding which companies offer the most promising possibilities of healthy yields? Which Supply Chain Approaches Will Drive ROI for Investors?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2015

We continue our series on the most read articles from the Cerasis blog for 2015 today by featuring any of the blogs in the transportation management or transportation categories. . We've already listed the top 10 manufacturing articles, the top 10 supply chain articles, and yesterday, the top 10 logistics articles.

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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] ). Common examples are an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, or an Electronic Health Records (EHR) system. Eliminate the need to ask or query “status.” The Long Wall Method. .”

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 10, 2024

This article will provide a detailed reference to LTL shipping, including the definition of LTL, shipping prices, delivery method, and how to manage your LTL shipment to the fullest. For example, less-than-truckload shipping requires 12 linear feet and pallets ranging from one to six, with a maximum of 10 pallets per truck.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 19, 2021

Today’s article is from GlobalTranz and looks at the difficult decision of transitioning in-house logistics to managed services. As market volatility, delivery expectations and customer experience levels impact supply chain strategy, shippers are looking for new ways to drive operational and competitive advantage from external expertise.

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Conger

JANUARY 27, 2023

Examples of automation range from a household thermostat to a large industrial control system, self-driven vehicles, and warehousing robots. Examples are industrial robots and multipurpose CNC machines. When automation is used in industries or manufacturing, it is called industrial automation.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Quality and Detail of Data and its Analysis In some of our earlier posts, we’ve stressed the importance of simplicity in distribution network design , and we will return to that topic later in this article. Transportation costs: Freight rates, fuel and labour costs, and other transportation expenses.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 9, 2016

Is it a good idea to reduce working capital in a supply chain? Current liabilities are typically accounts payable, meaning money you are due to pay out, for example to suppliers. McDonald’s, Amazon, Dell, General Electric and Wal-Mart are examples. Yes, in general. Some other large companies have applied a similar model.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 17, 2022

Fuel costs are the second highest expense to a trucking company and are on the rise. What’s in this article: Current market volatility on rising fuel costs. How high diesel prices may change future freight procurement strategies. Reduce Deadhead (DHD) Miles. This is the number one way to reduce transportation costs.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2014

Like yesterday, however, I encourage you to view all the posts in the category to see some great articles on best practices and trends that will help you learn more and more efficient in your job as a transportation or logistics professional. Just as in the following five examples that reveal interesting data related to the trucking industry.

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Log-hub

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

By transferring fleet management responsibilities to third-party providers, organizations can save money, reduce administrative burdens, and potentially improve efficiency. Managing a fleet in-house can be expensive, requiring investment in vehicle maintenance, driver training, and regulatory compliance.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 17, 2023

And yet Jerry Peck, the vice president of product strategy for global trade and transportation execution at QAD, made the point that when global companies think about digital supply chains, global trade compliance is often not part of their thinking. For example, the U.S. FTZ’s have many advantages.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

For example, your company’s objective might be to achieve maximum operational productivity, to improve customer service, or perhaps to minimise capital expenditure. For example, is an SKU typically ordered by the pallet, carton, split carton, or individual unit? Order and picking profiles should be examined too.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 6, 2015

However, robotics could eliminate any of these manufacturer concerns as the technologies become more widely used, affordable, and available. Robots have the potential to create a limitless workforce that does not have additional expenses on a company. Robotics also impact the efficiency and analysis of supply chain processes.

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Conger

MARCH 24, 2025

This article delves into the rent vs lease vs buy forklift debate, examining the pros and cons of each option. Leasing agreements often include maintenance services, which can reduce unexpected expenses. Lower Upfront Cost: No large capital expense upfront. This avoids unused equipment during slow periods.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 27, 2023

Today’s article comes from Eric Mcpherson at Open Sky Group and looks at a WMS budget and preparing for implementation. For example, monthly subscription fees, any software support charges, and data migration fees. With both models, the first year always costs the most due to startup, training, and implementation expenses.

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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 will give you an example of predictive. You can reduce your inventory costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

I thought I understood all the major supply chain implications of the pandemic until I began reading Yossi Sheffi’s new book The New (Ab)Normal: Reshaping Business and Supply Chain Strategy beyond Covid-19. shale or Iran, for example. Those shipments need to go by Ocean or the more expensive Air mode if ship berths can’t be found.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2025

What Celanese has accomplished is the single best example ARC is aware of employing agentic AI and copilots at scale. He also spoke at the ARC forum in 2023, and this article is based on that presentation as well. Their plants are very expensive. One key area of focus this year is to eliminate hallucinations.

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Compactor Management Company

JULY 19, 2023

Are you thinking about or currently implementing the 3R principle of waste management: reduce, reuse, recycle , there’s news for you. The new, simple, yet effective waste management mantra is the 5R principle: “refuse, reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle”. Reduce The second stage is to cut back on waste.

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