Ship Monk

MARCH 4, 2021

AR, for example, is great for workforce training situations where employees still need a firm grasp on the real world, and VR can be used for simulations, virtual tours, and, yes, video games. Of course, there are always exceptions, as was the case with Pokémon Go, which relied on augmented reality to woo millions of fans around the globe.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 27, 2022

Of course, robotics does not tell the full story, as the world of manufacturing has evolved even further over the last few decades, with the rise of data and smart, autonomous systems. Take for example the implementation for an ERP system. Building the right skills to meet the factory of the future appeared first on SYSPRO Blog.

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Envase Technologies

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Of course the event was fun, but the real goal is raising money and awareness for two very important and essential causes. This event in Houston is just one example of how Envase gives back to the community. Envase and Jim were happy to be able to co-sponsor the event.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 4, 2021

Thus, it’s equally important to understand how the freight management segments can apply an ROI calculator like the one in SONAR’s blog to assess whether such systems are worth the investment. There’s plenty that can affect landed costs. Download the White Paper. Using freight calculators for ROI of analytics and freight data resources.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

In this blog we will envision the factory of the future and how it will change and improve the factory structure and processes. This will also enable manufacturers to uncover new sources of value in services, for example, IoT devices will keep track of the final product from the factory to the customers’ hands.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 20, 2021

For example, if you have a subscription box company , working with a fulfilment partner that has ample experience with subscription boxes is a given. Of course, you may also come to find that, despite all of your due diligence, they are simply not the one for you! Here are our top tips for choosing the 3PL of your dreams! #1.

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AIMMS

JULY 15, 2019

A great example of this is one of our customers, a Europ ean chemical company with $300M in annual revenue who is growing fast and was ready to move from spreadsheets to something more robust. The post Sales & Operations Planning Is Changing At An Accelerated Pace appeared first on AIMMS SC Blog.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Of course, no disruption comes close to those that have been experienced to date in 2020. Consider this example. Consider this example. . Of course, even those capabilities hinge on AI to digest, interpret and act upon data. . And 56% experience supply chain disruptions annually. Now, what’s a meaningful insight?

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Apparel, for example, has too many subdivisions to be a true niche — there’s athleisure, swimwear, cocktail dresses, and so on and so forth, to infinity and beyond. Going back to the apparel example, let’s say a prospective buyer is looking for a shirt. Of course, obstacles are just that, obstacles. What Are Niches Not?

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

And in the example of invoices, the unwieldy process of cross-referencing and auditing means that fraud in the logistics business is all too common. For freight brokers and third-party logistics providers, efficiency is king. Whether in packing a freight truck or tracking invoices, wasted time and resources can quickly eat into your margins.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 11, 2024

And when we feel uncertain, humans tend to look for examples of what others in our situation have done. We’ll give you some examples of social proof, and we’ll even rank them in terms of trustworthiness. Of course, sometimes following the herd can lead us astray. This is a blog post, after all, written by ShipMonk.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Of course, measuring revenue through the growing demands for both contract and spot freight transportation is never simple addition and subtraction. Of course, tracking overall detention across a carrier’s network can seem overwhelming. Of course, it helps to know how the trends are shaping up over days, weeks and even months.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

In this blog we will envision the factory of the future and how it will change and improve the factory structure and processes. This will also enable manufacturers to uncover new sources of value in services, for example, IoT devices will keep track of the final product from the factory to the customers’ hands.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 14, 2022

Of course, the pandemic then hit global shores, not to mention the ripple effects of global trade wars. Singapore, for example, relies on Malaysia for one-third of its total poultry supply. To address the digital skills gap, a good ERP provider should provide online training courses to ensure employees understand emerging technologies.

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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. The best freight forwarders have in-depth online tracking, providing all the key information about your shipments, reporting capabilities, document storage, and of course up to the minute status of your shipments.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 19, 2015

So if you're making a career switch and need to learn the ins and outs of freight brokering quickly, definitely consider taking a course. For example, being able to access your loads from anywhere means you can take care of business outside of the office as long as you've got your smartphone.

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Ship Monk

JULY 14, 2021

Dollar Shave Club, Warby Parker, and Glossier are all standout examples of D2C and the kind of success it can bring. Newspaper classifieds, Facebook Marketplace, and eBay are all examples of C2C in action. Of course, you can always mix and match. Then you’re going to love subscribing to the ShipMonk blog ! Let us know!

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Because you can find plenty of other articles on this blog and the Logistics Bureau blog if you’d like to peruse such lists. So, for example, if your business competes strongly on price, you might go heavy on the cost-reduction side of supply chain management, setting objectives centered on savings.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 20, 2021

Manufacturing issues and temperamental weather, for example, are among the top culprits behind shipping delays and things just not going according to plan. Of course, it’s the hardest lessons that are always worth learning. Subscribe to our blog newsletter to get them delivered straight to your inbox! Listen and Learn.

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Content comes in all shapes and sizes — blog posts (like this one!), Revisit the basics and get actionable examples with our introductory guide ! #6. Of course, as you kickstart your customer acquisition endeavors, keeping track of KPIs (key performance indicators) is absolutely essential. Create Kick-Ass Content.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 21, 2021

And of course, it hinges on the ability to understand and maintain consistency in your metrics. . As a few examples, these are four critical KPIs to focus on: Owner-operator to driver ratio – A lower ratio here means more opportunities for in-house drivers who bring more affordable rates. .

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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. 7 Procurement KPIs You Should be Using. Supplier Defect Rate.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2015

Then, it all appeared to slowly die out over the course of the next 50 years. Consider our example from this blog post. During the industrial revolution, manufacturing became the go-to career for the majority of Americans. This trend continued as advancements in manufacturing grew into the mid-19 th century.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 27, 2021

Meet BOPIS, otherwise known as one of the most popular baby names of 2021 — we’re kidding, of course. Take, for example, the Sephora app, which allows shoppers to try on different makeup products before picking them up in-store. Subscribe to our blog newsletter ! In-Store Pickups. Going Mobile. As always, we’re here to help.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

As explained in a previous blog post, continuous improvement in an organization can be achieved through the use of performance measurement tools via big data. For example the operational efficiency of a given loading is directly related to how quickly Pickers are able to fulfill orders and move them onto the dock.

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MTS Logistics

AUGUST 18, 2021

As we have reported on this blog repeatedly over the years, China has sought to significantly bolster its economic clout in Central and Eastern Asia through new initiatives. If there is any one country who stands to gain the most from the Afghanistan withdrawal and current turmoil, it’s China.

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Ship Monk

JULY 9, 2021

We’re talking, of course, about eCommerce packaging. Cardboard boxes, for example, are an ubiquitous shipping staple, and for good reason! There’s more where that came from — all you have to do is subscribe to our blog newsletter ! You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but good books deserve good covers. Let’s begin!

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Ship Monk

APRIL 7, 2021

Of course, there’s only one way to find out if crowdfunding is the secret ingredient missing from your eCommerce sauce of success, and that’s through reading this article. Take PopSockets, for example. Subscribe to our blog newsletter today ! What Is Crowdfunding? 7 Things to Think About. Let’s hear it !

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 20, 2021

In addition, those articles inevitably stimulate readers to post questions, which, over time, we try to answer in detail by creating new blog posts to address them. Inventory Turns: An Illustrative Example. Here’s an example of the total calculation of inventory turns: Company A has COGS of $315 million for the year 2020.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 9, 2014

For example, let’s say that you’re a construction company. So, for example, a company like jackswinches.com will let you hire out a winch for a reasonable price. You’ll still need to get a few accessories with your rental, of course. You can find her illuminating articles on many websites and blogs today.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 30, 2015

Editor’s Note: We continue our collaborative blog series with Ben Goldwasser of Spendrix, a company who helps shippers determine which carriers operate best in certain regions, and conditions, allowing you to be more thorough. This post is the second in a series of “How to Spot Supplier Risk.”

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 30, 2017

For example, a customer is a shoe store may purchase shoes, but if offered a new brand of socks, he or she refuses. While this example is a bit extreme, it highlights how a longer buying cycle can translate into insights for manufacturers. More importantly, it gives manufacturers a chance to find out more about what the customer wants.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Of course, that doesn’t mean you can’t get your feet wet now! For example, if your jewelry is fruit-themed, you can try ranking for “strawberry necklace” instead of just “necklace.” How about subscribing to our blog newsletter ? As with most ventures into uncharted territory, navigating SEO can take a little while to master.

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Carter Logistics

AUGUST 24, 2022

Throughout the course of a show, they often pose questions and present different scenarios for further discussion and debate. For example, they might ask the question, “Whose career would you rather have…Charles Barkley, a former NBA Most Valuable Player and Olympic Gold Medal winner who played on the original Dream Team?

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

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. All you need is your credit card (and a driving licence, of course.)

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Our customer ELIX Polymers, for instance, uses S&OP Navigator to quickly simulate the impact of any problem on their volume and EBITDA and decide on the best course of action. If you’re looking for a copilot to accelerate your supply chain planning capabilities, we would be happy to share some best practices and examples.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 31, 2021

For example: Compared to selling a product in-store, the cost to deliver that same item as a small parcel can be several times higher. The above examples reflect costs that include picking, packing, and last-mile delivery. The list above is not exhaustive but merely provides some notable examples of cost drivers.

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