Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2023

“In a survey of 54 senior executives, only about one in four believed that the processes of their companies balanced cross-functional trade-offs effectively or facilitated decision making to help the P&L (profit and loss) of the full business.” Dean Sorenson concurs. Mr. Sorenson has studied integrated business planning for many years.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Thus, if you find out that an expensive transport solution (courier for example) is routinely being used to deliver a low margin product to a customer, you’ll understand that much better if the end result for you turns out to be a loss. Customer-specific services. Returns management. The Value of Knowing Your CTS.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2023

A famous 2010 HBR article, “Roaring Out of Recession,” studied how 4,700 public companies fared during the recessions of 1980, 1990, and 2000. For example, imagine your company moves 10,000 containers a year with an average contents value of $75,000. 17% went bankrupt, went private, or were acquired. Reduced working capital.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 17, 2023

In the last few months, however, there has been an avalanche of stories and articles about amazingly powerful AI tools that use everyday language. This time last year artificial intelligence (AI) was an obscure, mainly academic, technology to most of us. The potential and challenges of generative AI are upon us.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 23, 2017

This contributed article by Erik Hofmann , Chair of Logistics Management, University of St.Gallen and Florin Osterwalder , Lampe & Schwartze Marine Underwriting, Bremen is based on their recently published research paper. The e-commerce start-up Siroop, for example, has recently started a drone delivery service in the city of Zurich.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 29, 2025

Modern warehouses and DCs often use automated systems and robots to handle high-volume consumer orders efficiently. Order Processing : When a customer places an order online, it triggers a chain of events – from inventory checks to picking instructions to shipping label creation.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 30, 2024

Enter this article. That fully maximizes your communication potential, and simplifies certain aspects of returns management before orders get too far along. In addition to real-time updates from the “order processed” to the “order handed off to customer” stages, reporting tools are key for order management within ecommerce software.

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Turvo

JUNE 10, 2021

While this is an example, industries across different verticals have to contend with the logistics ecosystem, and the entrenched supply chain inefficiencies. From missed customer orders, abandoned orders, late order processing, and missed deliveries, it all affects the bottom line and can have a massive impact throughout the entire chain.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MARCH 21, 2020

For example, setting a minimum stock or safety stock for the items being sold. WIP’s (work-in-progress) out of stock, production halts, panic orders, process delays, wastage in the warehouse and throughout the supply chain, loss of confidence, are some of the most immediate and often unexpected effects of a break in stock.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 19, 2020

Despite order fulfillment being an integral aspect of eCommerce, very few people are entirely familiar with exactly what it is and how it works… and we don’t blame them! In this article, we’ll be exposing the fulfillment industry — and no, gnomes and elves are not responsible for getting your orders out to you on time.

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3PL Links

OCTOBER 6, 2022

You will learn how many different types of logistics companies there are, what they do, and which one is best for your business in this article. A company that handles order processing, distribution to customers, and storage operations is known as a logistics operator. Infrastructure (in storage areas, for example).

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 11, 2024

‘Tis the season for processing ecommerce returns. Depending on which article you’re reading, ecommerce brands should be prepared for return rates of anywhere from 16% to 30%. Let’s take apparel, for example. This can be a letdown after the excitement of the holiday shopping season, but it really shouldn’t come as a surprise.

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EazyStock

JUNE 16, 2022

Artificial intelligence (AI) simulates human intelligence processes so that computers or robots can carry out tasks usually done by humans. For example, navigation apps, facial recognition, smart assistants, and even robot vacuum cleaners at home use this smart tech. AI was once only seen in science fiction.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

However, achieving major growth was not possible with just ironing articles alone. Today, the company from Hilden near Düsseldorf offers more than 5,000 articles from the areas of lingerie, bathroom, living, kitchen, and leisure – with patents or property rights for around 1,500 products. Business boomed.

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EazyStock

MAY 20, 2022

In this article, we explore the benefits of warehouse automation. For example, collaborative robots can work with warehouse operatives to move stock items around the warehouse once the picker places the items in the robot’s container. They can also help strengthen supplier relationships and improve customer service levels.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

As part of a holistic realignment of its intralogistics, Peterhans Handwerkercenter AG, located at Würenlos near Zurich in the Swiss canton of Aargau, has remodelled and automated the logistics processes of its central warehouse and store for faster order processing and more storage capacity. 97% fill rate.

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Ottawa Logistics

MARCH 24, 2022

For example, while branded boxes, invoices and enclosures may be a minimal or limited concern to traditional retailers and e-tailers, branded packaging and custom handling is the bread and butter of an industry focused on constant in-the-moment style promotion for growth. A BIGGER PERSONAL STAKE.

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EazyStock

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

This can make fulfilling orders quicker and easier with fewer errors. For example, placing best-selling items closer to the packing area and slower-selling items further away. For example, if order management is causing problems, the business could buy specific order management software. Types of WMS.

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GoShip Blog

JANUARY 4, 2023

Automating business processes like shipping can save you valuable time and money while equipping you with the necessary tools to scale. This article discusses how to automate shipping and label printing to eliminate repetitiveness in fulfillment processes and boost operational efficiency. Less risk of human error .

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 1, 2025

The inventory value for each item is obtained by multiplying the annual demand by unit cost and the entire inventory is then ranked in descending order of cost. However, the classification parameter can be varied; for example, it is possible to use the velocity of turnover rather than annual demand value.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 21, 2021

Link replacement articles to offer alternatives to sold-out products. When obtaining optimal order points and order quantities buyers need to keep track of everything from minimum order quantities, to stock multiples, article replacements and ensuring adequate storage space. Manage non-stocked items.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 25, 2016

This article briefly overviews some newer features of both state-run and private health organisations’ supply chains, with the emphasis on hospital supply, in an age where limitless funds are definitely no longer a feature. Certainly the Intermountain supply centre is being hailed as a shining example of supply chain excellence.

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GoShip Blog

MARCH 7, 2023

This article shares six improvement tips to help you run a successful business. Investing in automation technology streamlines your business processes with minimal human assistance and even fewer errors. Stagnation is the bane of every company’s existence. A small business that refuses to improve will, sooner or later, become obsolete.

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Conger

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Because in this article, we not only discuss the top operations management problems. For example, you can automate a lot of material handling tasks now. For example, keeping up on your 200-hour preventative maintenance (PM) intervals if you're running a gas forklift truck can help you improve your operations. Let's dive in!

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Conger

DECEMBER 13, 2022

You’re in the right place because in this article you’ll learn: The 4 types of warehouse management systems. By incorporating a logical framework into the system, you can effectively place your inventory based on your stocking and order fulfillment requirements. Order Processing. How warehouse management systems work.

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Conger

MARCH 12, 2024

This article delves into what is a conveyor system, not just as a means of transporting items but as a marvel of mechanical engineering. Warehouse managers who use these systems typically reduce order processing times by automating movements between storage areas to packing stations or loading docks. But what is a conveyor?

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Conger

MARCH 22, 2024

In this article, we explore how these AGVs are changing the warehouse industry by minimizing human error, reducing labor costs, and setting new standards for productivity and safety. For example, an automotive manufacturer introduced AGVs to streamline assembly line workflows and minimize errors and accidents. Let’s dive in!

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Logistics Manager

OCTOBER 11, 2018

For example, if they need more throughput, then they can add more AGVs. For example, at Swisslog we have CarryPick, our mobile technology for efficient storage and order picking. The standard mobile racks can be customized for different sized and shaped articles. Also, the systems are very flexible.

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Conger

MARCH 22, 2024

In this article, we explore how these AGVs are changing the warehouse industry by minimizing human error, reducing labor costs, and setting new standards for productivity and safety. For example, an automotive manufacturer introduced AGVs to streamline assembly line workflows and minimize errors and accidents. Let’s dive in!

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Kanban Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

In this article, we’ll examine all that 3PL warehousing entails, while helping you find a 3PL partner that’s right for your business. Examples range from custom trays that contain nuts, bolts and screws to be used in production to the assembly of one part of a larger product. Number of orders processed annually (B2B and B2C).

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

In this article, outsourcing will refer specifically to transport and warehousing functions. For example, companies who have their own in house vehicle fleets often struggle to deliver products on time. However, where products have special attributes, low uniformity, and require complex processes to manage, the risk increases.

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Conger

MAY 24, 2023

Because this article has everything you need to know! Examples of manufacturers that can use automatic replenishment are electronic manufacturers, automotive, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and more. Examples of retailers that use automatic replenishment are Walmart, Dollar Tree, Target, Costco, and Tesco. Let’s dive in!

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

If you follow our blog, you’ll know that we often post articles about logistics outsourcing. We’ve outlined the pros and cons, discussed the steps in the outsourcing process, looked at mistakes contributing to outsourcing failure, and offered guidance to avoid those errors. Very often, the outsourcing decision is a binary one.

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