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A Guide to Supply Chain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Logistics Bureau

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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What Does FOB Mean In Freight Shipping?

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It is a widely used term in the industry, however, not everyone knows the accurate meaning and definition. FOB definition. Both definitions have the same meanings, though it is recommended to use free onboard since freight on board is not a widely used term. What is FOB in shipping? How is FOB used in freight shipping?

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A Question Shippers & Business Savvy Individual Need Ask: How Much Does it Cost to Be A Freight Broker?

GlobalTranz

Did you know by definition, a 3PL is considered a freight broker and must go through the process each year to invest in their own business so they can support those? If you've been eyeing the idea of starting your own freight brokerage, the startup costs have definitely been on your mind. The Cost to Be a Freight Broker.

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What is LTL Shipping and How Does it Work?

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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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3PL Industry Trends and a Forthcoming Identity Crisis

Logistics Bureau

As a general definition, a 3PL helps a company to get its offering, conceived in place A, into the hands of its customers in place B. The solution is to back up, figuratively speaking, to the general definition of the need and see how overall trends and developments in the world could make this need map onto other, different solutions.

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The Essential Reference Guide for a Supply Chain Leader

GlobalTranz

Editor's Note: Today's blog is by Dr. Muddassir Ahmed of muddassirism.com. In this blog he provides a simple reference guide to better yourself as a supply chain leader. You can read the detailed technical definition here. Here are few examples which I used: Focus Supplier improvement results (DPPM and/or OTD with min.

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A Guide to Supply Chain Lead Time 

Logistics Bureau

For example, the longer it takes to complete specific process cycles in the supply chain, the more resources are required to execute those cycles. For example, ocean freight is often the only option for moving large shipments (container loads) of goods internationally. Why is lead time important?