Dedola Global Logistics

JANUARY 14, 2023

Transloading: A Comprehensive Guide With Client Examples Transloading is a process that involves transferring cargo from one mode of transportation to another during the shipping process. Break-bulk: This method involves the transloading of cargo using intermediate storage. DID YOU READ IT?

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

This helps companies to better organize products, from storage to delivery to the end customer, for example in a warehouse where robots are responsible for moving the products from one side to the other. This way, you always know exactly what is available, avoiding problems such as selling products that are out of stock.

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AIMMS

AUGUST 3, 2020

These are just two among many examples of how scenario planning can bolster S&OP decision making. If you’d like to learn more, download a complimentary copy of Gartner’s “Improve S&OP Decision Making Through Scenario Planning” (it’s available for a limited time, courtesy of AIMMS).

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 2, 2021

On this blog and the one published by our sister company Logistics Bureau, we often receive questions relating to metrics suitable for monitoring procurement performance. For example, every purchase order costs money to raise and process, as does every invoice. Vendor Availability. 7 Procurement KPIs You Should be Using.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 4, 2024

It serves as a compelling example of how retailers must reassess their inventory strategies to adapt to rapidly shifting market demands driven by trends. In this blog, I will explore the use of AI/ML inventory planning for fresh products to optimize sales while minimizing waste and stockouts.

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Log-hub

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In our previous blog, we explored how matrices enhance supply chain efficiency, from inventory management to logistics. For better context, be sure to check out “Understanding Matrices in Supply Chain” before diving into this blog. Now, were taking it a step further. Read More In case you missed it!

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Dedola Global Logistics

JUNE 19, 2020

For example, customs-related delays are often due to paperwork or procedural errors due to inexperience or neglect. Companies have the right to full transparency, and their logistics partner should be immediately available to address any questions or concerns they have about the bill if a problem arises. . No Visibility. Contact Us.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 10, 2022

Enables Available-To-Promise: An ERP system with Available-To-Promise functionality helps sales staff to see what inventory and planned production that is available to fill customer orders. Demand forecasting : Data on sales history should be available to produce forecasts.

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Shipchain

MARCH 13, 2019

For example, initiating a recall is streamlined through blockchain by showing all movements of affected shipments. For example, an e-commerce warehouse using a blockchain-based system like a smart contract could automate payments processing. Payment Management Forms Another Key Freight-Use for Blockchain-Based Systems.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 23, 2024

For example, items such as perishable foods, chemicals, and electronics can suffer irreversible damage if exposed to sub-freezing conditions. Businesses must take these factors into account to ensure the continued efficiency and cost-effectiveness of their supply chains.

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AIMMS

JUNE 5, 2019

An interesting example of this is the capability AIMMS has provided in the utility grid business for the last 15 years. Optimization is already available to large and medium size companies. During 2019, machine learning will be available regardless of your business size. AI can then be a powerful solution.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 4, 2024

In this blog, I will discuss the use of AI/ML demand planning for fresh products to help maximize sales and reduce waste. Another example of data normalization is accounting for lost sales due to stockouts or waste of perishable products due to overstocking of inventory. Wouldn’t it be cool to know within minutes?

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

In this blog, I’ll try to shed more light on it with examples from our work with our customers. Think of the Lego as the ultimate example of a composable toy. Examples of Composability in Supply Chain Planning Platforms. In this blog, I’ll focus on the Q-commerce case. So what to do? What is Composability?

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Shipchain

MAY 3, 2019

Today, shippers are demanding more availability, time and capacity, and truckers are struggling to meet these demands. For example, according to Geotab.com , this has an additional implication for tracking detention time and pay. billion in 2015, reports TechCrunch.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 6, 2021

As industries evolve the distance between the worker and the job has grown, for example back in the day the worker had one tool between them and the task. For example, chatbots are now able to enhance human abilities, using AI to serve as an advisor or support to help maintain efficiencies within the organization.

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3PL Links

JANUARY 8, 2025

By analyzing the set of vehicles available, the human resources, and the processes required for each delivery, it becomes easier to increase efficiency, agility, savings, and safety. An increase in tire consumption indicates, for example, excessive use of a vehicle, which can have other negative consequences for the business.

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Shipchain

MAY 29, 2019

For example, consider the following benefits of blockchain in the supply chain : Traceability allows for the corruption-proof means of tracking goods, raw materials or shipments in real-time. Faster processing applies to payment management, securing available freight capacity, load planning and more.

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ECW

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

For example, agriculture exams are highly seasonal. This synchronized visibility allows us to dispatch containers more promptly, shortening turnaround times and making cargo available to clients much faster. After that, we make sure that containers are quickly available to the community once released by CBP.

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AIMMS

MARCH 30, 2020

The examples below show you how to do this in AIMMS SC Navigator Apps, but we encourage you to study these scenarios in the tools you have at your disposal. . As transportation lanes become unavailable, the availability of suppliers and components will decrease. Understand Exposure . Study 2: Inspect Demand Trends .

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Freightera

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Another benefit, for example, is that grouping shipments that have the same destination or route can minimize the amount of handling. Make sure to be available for contact from Freightera, customs brokers, and your shipper or consignee to address any potential issues promptly. Happy shipping!

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

If youve followed our blog over the years, youll know that weve shared lots of information about distribution network design, why its vital to get it right, how long it should take, the importance of reviewing the network every so often, and various elements of design such as determining the number of warehouses and where to locate them.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. In this blog post, I describe the different paths these modes took and where things stand at the close of 2023. Not one ocean carrier has a full set of APIs available. Compared to forty airlines.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

IoT sensors in the supply chain and robotics in factories are fluently available. In this blog we will envision the factory of the future and how it will change and improve the factory structure and processes. Improved quality and availability of information to provide critical business insights. Human-tech augmentation.

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EazyStock

OCTOBER 20, 2020

There are hundreds of inventory control blog posts on how to organize warehouses, track goods and pick and pack efficiently. It’s the art of achieving stock availability , while reducing inventory costs and minimizing the risk of excess items. Read our blog on demand forecasting accuracy for more details.

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Transporeon

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

The driver shortage is affecting available trucking capacity. Due to a lack of drivers, carriers are simply not able to offer an available driver or an empty truck for delivery. With luck, the shipper may find and contract with another carrier that has available space despite the driver shortage and scarce capacity.

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3PL Links

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Real-World Example: Take the example of Zara , a global leader in fashion retail. Real-time inventory tracking ensures that as soon as an order comes in, your team has accurate data on product availability, streamlining the entire fulfillment process.

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Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

For example, the longer it takes to complete specific process cycles in the supply chain, the more resources are required to execute those cycles. Labour availability, equipment reliability, and maintenance policies in particular can either extend or reduce your lead times. Why is lead time important?

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AIMMS

APRIL 6, 2022

There are many great examples where advanced analytics have contributed to social good. To illustrate the type of passengers we work with, I think it’s best if I recall some examples from my pilot years. Those are very touching examples. Yeah, I follow the blog of a mathematician named John Cook.

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AIMMS

MARCH 4, 2022

There are many great examples where advanced analytics have contributed to social good. To illustrate the type of passengers we work with, I think it’s best if I recall some examples from my pilot years. Those are very touching examples. Yeah, I follow the blog of a mathematician named John Cook.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 22, 2022

The fabricated metals industry operates with a low margin in a highly competitive market and material availability, production schedules and workforce skills must align to meet customer expectations. For example, a custom manufacturer may need a metal fabrication supplier to take on a design-to-order project.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 4, 2023

For example, one Australian manufacturer has converted from making just parts for one automotive customer, to being able to produce many different components for a number of different automotive customers. The post Using ERP for flexible manufacturing appeared first on SYSPRO Blog. An ERP enables collaboration across the enterprise.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 29, 2022

However, technology options are available for manufacturers to use that can help digitalize their operations without the expense (not to mention production downtime) of plant upgrades. This will result in increasing automation, improving communication, and much greater availability of real-time information upon which decisions can be made.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 10, 2024

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. Second, when there is no dock available to unload freight from the vehicle, LTL shipping frequently provides lift gate service. Such as electronics and precision devices.

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GoShip Blog

MAY 18, 2021

Other specialized freight except for used goods (for example, coal and livestock). What are the available special freight services? There are different services available for specialized freight, and the one that fits you most depends on the needs of your commodity. There is also a long list of available accessorial services.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

IoT sensors in the supply chain and robotics in factories are fluently available. In this blog we will envision the factory of the future and how it will change and improve the factory structure and processes. Improved quality and availability of information to provide critical business insights. Human-tech augmentation.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Labour availability. Walmarts announcement of the test service in a blog post from its chief operating office, Michael Bender, had two items of note for 3PLs. Cloud computing itself is a prime example. Cars are available for hire by the minute now in a number of large cities in different continents.

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Shipchain

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

For both examples, blockchain technology can add an extra layer of visibility in all logistics and transportation processes that will lead to reduced costs. Some examples include: Identify and reduce counterfeit product purchasing. Another big issue is fraud and theft. Eliminate financial fraud. Identify the cause of delays.

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