Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

By optimising supply chain processes retailers can offer more products, more product availability and shorter lead times. Availability is probably one of the key customer expectations, particularly for advertised or promotional products. For example, buying in large quantities from suppliers, to get a lower unit cost.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 29, 2025

This reflects the difficulty in synching the plans finalized in an integrated business planning executive meeting with what the shop floor is capable of manufacturing and fulfilling in the short-term time planning horizon. The company also sells supply chain planning and transportation management solutions.

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AIMMS

AUGUST 3, 2020

However, one-third of SCP leaders cite “the lack of effective decision making in the S&OP meeting process as the most critical problem to solve for their function’s overall performance” (source: Gartner, Improve S&OP Decision Making Through Scenario Planning , Supply Chain Research Team, 4 May 2020). – Tweet this.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 22, 2024

A KPI is a practical and objective measurement of progress, either: Towards a predetermined goal, or Against a required standard of performance It might help to think of a KPI as something like an instrument on a car dashboarda speedometer, for example. Why Are KPIs Important?

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The Lean Thinker

DECEMBER 9, 2022

When “trams” (coal carts) were in short supply, for example, the “trammers” would horde carts to optimize their team’s performance at the expense of other teams being limited by the number of carts available. The social structure was built around loyalty to the small work team. The Long Wall Method.

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The Lean Thinker

JULY 2, 2024

They realized then that Boeing had to transform itself from an engineering company focused solely on meeting engineering challenges to one focused on meeting the needs of the customers. But the key to meeting the needs of the customers was more than just understanding those needs better. Usually… overtime.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

He suggested that businesses are more likely to prosper if they focus on meeting the needs of customers, instead of selling products. The first thing for any 3PL to do is to understand the nature of its market and the need it meets. Labour availability. Cloud computing itself is a prime example.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Black Friday only works as a great opportunity to offload discounted stock, for example, if the fulfilment process is super-efficient. Staff shortages cause pressures throughout the year, but the problems are highlighted during peak season.

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MTS Logistics

JUNE 28, 2024

In a meeting with China-based sellers, Amazon made the announcement. The products will be available in a new dedicated section on Amazon’s website and in its mobile application. Delivery Time Per information from the meeting with Chinese sellers, goods would arrive to the U.S. The main sticking point is U.S.

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Now, That's Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2022

With the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) withdrawing its US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) request for Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) of the Real-Time RT-PCR test as of December 31 st , a test that was widely used nationwide will no longer be available.

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WorkWave

MARCH 27, 2025

Without this shared foundation, meetings and action plans can stall because different stakeholders are bringing conflicting numbers from different data sources, leaving decision-makers wondering, Which version should we believe? These insights can inform risk assessments and strategic planning to meet business requirements.

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3PL Links

JANUARY 21, 2025

In this article, we will learn about 7 tips that can help you choose the best carrier to meet your company’s needs. This way, you will be able to find a carrier that meets your specific needs and contributes to the success of your business. Check it out!

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TransAudit

MARCH 25, 2025

Impact of Trucking Regulations Stricter driver qualification rules, including expanded drug-clearinghouse regulations, are limiting available trucking capacity. Dedicated freight agreements provide predictability, reducing exposure to volatile spot markets. As compliance costs rise, freight rates are expected to adjust accordingly.

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WorkWave

MARCH 27, 2025

When customers are waiting on crucial deliveries, meeting their timeline isnt about adhering to instant gratification; its about ensuring they have the goods and resources they need, when they need them. Issues at customs can also lead to traffic jams in the supply chain.

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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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Material Handling and Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

Successful procurement leaders are operating smarter by leveraging analytics and technology such as integrated suites to generate clean data (at least if they have a unified data mode) and master data management solutions for addressing issues in back end systems, cleaning and normalizing suppliers’ records, for example. Boost Your Employees.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 4, 2024

With tart cherry juice sales transitioning into a steady demand pattern, retailers must adapt their inventory strategies accordingly to meet this evolving consumer preference. It serves as a compelling example of how retailers must reassess their inventory strategies to adapt to rapidly shifting market demands driven by trends.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 1, 2024

Top Challenges Faced by Companies: Customer Preferences: Example: An online fashion retailer faces the challenge of constantly changing customer preferences. Supply side shifts: Example: A global coffee manufacturer experiences disruptions due to a natural disaster affecting one of its key suppliers in Brazil due to dry weather.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 2, 2021

For example, you might use simple observation to identify visible defects at goods-in, or you could make your analysis a bit deeper by testing a percentage of items received from the supplier. For example, every purchase order costs money to raise and process, as does every invoice. Vendor Availability. Supplier Defect Rate.

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Trinity Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

Battling these issues is making it tougher for HVAC contractors and plumbers to meet their customer’s demands in the short term and perhaps even longer. WORK WITH MANY SUPPLIERS If current suppliers can’t meet your needs, then it’s a good time to explore other ones. Many

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ECW

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

When we talk about “safe cargo,” we’re referring to the types of goods that meet all regulatory standards and pose no threat to public safety, health, or intellectual property rights. For example, agriculture exams are highly seasonal. What does “safe cargo” mean, and what makes certain cargo unsafe?

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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. Scaling your business doesn’t have to be daunting.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

It would be folly not to take advantage of data availability and accessibility. Transportation options: Costs and lead times for each available transportation mode. To do so is a mistake because a successful and future-proof distribution network design will typically need to meet several objectives.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

For example, a system such as the 3D vertical sorter from Libiao Robotics enables retailers to handle exceptional volumes of items even at peak times. For example, our customer Skechers, after adopting Libiao’s robotics systems, have reduced dramatically their need for temporary staff during the Singles’ Day and Chinese New Year peaks.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 27, 2024

In an ideal world, ensuring the immediate availability of products to customers would be simple, as demand would be easily predictable, all customers would be the same, there would be no special requirements, etc. The goal is to minimize total operating costs and meet customer service expectations.

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Conger

MARCH 26, 2025

Sustainability Compliance: Helps businesses meet environmental sustainability goals, align with corporate policies, and comply with emerging regulatory standards for zero-emission equipment. For example, renting a mid-sized electric forklift at approximately $1,500 per month for two years ($36,000 total) might exceed outright purchase costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Expectations for short delivery times, 100% fulfillment accuracy, and large product selection and availability have become a key deciding factor on which customers make their purchase decisions. Of the DC technology choices available, AI software is significantly promising for many looking to transform their DC operations.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2025

Integrated networks of “as-a-service” platforms, including analytics engines that predict demand dynamically, can enable businesses to scale autonomously to meet peaks and troughs. Companies with large, existing networks of capital assets can even exploit those by making them available to other entities via as-a-service platforms.

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Freightos

JUNE 15, 2021

So to meet capacity, airlines started to convert passenger planes into cargo planes at scale. With ships queuing up behind the Ever Given , delays on the major trade lane caused prices from Asia to the Mediterranean and Europe to rise and minimized the availability for a quick turnaround on those ships which would expand capacity.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 2, 2025

I also had to ensure that I planned each route in such a way as to make it possible for the delivery crews to meet the customers delivery time windows. Even today, some companies are planning distribution fleet routes using legacy applications that are not a patch on the solutions now available.

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Now, That's Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2021

When sales forecasts are accurate, companies know they’ll have enough product supply to meet customer demand for those goods. At the end of August, for example, 44 container ships were stuck outside of the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach in California. Covering the Demand. Planning is obviously key,” says Chrapko.

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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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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

CBP will allow customs brokers to complete fewer than 36 hours to meet the requirement for the initial 2024-2027 triennial status period. These records must be made available to CBP upon their request. The continuing education requirement will begin in the 2024-2027 triennial period.

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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. A professional LTL freight carrier will tailor the delivery of your cargo to meet your requirements. If the shipment spans ten linear feet or more, it will cost 1,000 pounds per foot.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Certain retailers and certain customers continue to raise the bar in meeting delivery and fulfillment of orders – and this has become a competitive advantage for the fulfillment organizations that can make this happen. Meanwhile, they have demanding customer expectations to meet. Alan worked in pricing for a 3PL. Final Word.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2021

At its core, this decision changes and expands what the retailer considers to be a carrier and can significantly increase the fulfillment options available to the retailer and its customers. Inventory location and availability (from warehouse management software). Critical data to track. Carrier invoice data (actual costs).

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

MASSROBOTICS hosted a meeting on September 8 to discuss the proposed scope for version 2 of its AMR Interoperability Standard. More detailed information, such as an architectural overview, diagrams of mission flow examples including request and response, assignment and update, and cancel mission. Version 1.0 rather than overwriting it.

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