Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Automated systems like warehouse and transportation management tools improve load management and route optimization. Navigating urban areas, handling narrow delivery windows and meeting higher customer expectations require new strategies and investments in technology.

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Ottawa Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Better Labor Management : Assigning pickers based on their expertise allows for optimized handling of various product types, enhancing overall performance. Comparing Zone Picking with Other Methods Zone picking stands out against other picking strategies such as batch picking, wave picking, and discrete picking.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 6, 2024

Raftery shares his journey and insights on how companies can achieve a triple bottom line by utilizing forecasting, technology, and optimizing routes and loads. The podcast also explores the transition towards electric vehicles in various segments and strategies for reducing product returns in e-commerce.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 30, 2025

This blog post will explore practical applications of AI in ecommerce and provide strategies for leveraging this technology to your advantage. Inventory Management: AI can forecast demand, optimize inventory levels, and prevent stockouts. Why ShipMonk?

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 9, 2024

Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - May 9, 2024 Supply Chain Now Webinar On-Demand: From Insight to Impact: Optimizing Your Logistics Operations Missed our live event? No worries! We can help.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 28, 2025

But scaling your operations can be challenging, especially if you’re not equipped with the right strategies and tools. In this blog post, we’ll explore some key strategies for scaling your ecommerce business in 2025. As we embark on a new year, many ecommerce businesses are setting ambitious goals for growth.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 9, 2024

Optimizing Drayage Operations: The Strategic Role of Transloading Search Search Dana Ricksecker - August 9, 2024 Transloading serves as a pivotal strategy for enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and optimizing logistics in modern supply chain operations. What is Transloading?

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 1, 2021

To reap the rewards of a data-driven e-commerce returns strategy, logistics leaders should follow these steps: Keep all stakeholders working together and sharing the right information with related communications via API-integrated systems. Gain access to real-time analytics and business intelligence that will empower your decision making.

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Cyzerg

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Optimizing your fulfillment center processes means ensuring customer satisfaction and increasing the chance for business success. Whether you’re a small business owner or a seasoned logistics professional, our tips will help you optimize your fulfillment center operations from start to finish. Read the full blog to learn more.

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Ottawa Logistics

APRIL 8, 2025

This technology guides them to optimized warehouse locations, reducing retrieval times and enhancing accuracy. Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS): To optimize space and improve retrieval times, Ottawa Logistics utilizes AS/RS technology.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Before we close the curtains on 2021, we thought we’d revisit ten of our most popular blog posts that resonated with our readers, capturing the challenges and opportunities of an unparalleled year of disruption across the supply chain. 5 Transportation Management Optimization Practices. . #5.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

In an era where resilience and adaptability are key to survival, technology has become the bedrock upon which supply chain professionals build their strategies. This enables 3PLs to optimize inventory levels, reducing the risk of overstocking or understocking, even in uncertain economic times.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 25, 2025

MES and MOM in Industry Strategy and the Smart Factory Many advanced manufacturers have an industry strategy that aligns and supports the overall business strategy and its objectives. MOM solutions aim to connect, manage, and optimize complex manufacturing systems and processes. What is an MES?

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Stord

JULY 1, 2024

A brand’s goal is to maximize order value and repeat purchase rate, while minimizing variable product and shipping costs, optimizing ad costs, and keeping overhead costs low. Systems like Stord Parcel and Last-Mile Optimization were designed to do just that for our partners. Well they achieved it by deploying these exact strategies.

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EazyStock

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Inventory Control Techniques that use Stock Optimization Best Practices. There are hundreds of inventory control blog posts on how to organize warehouses, track goods and pick and pack efficiently. What is stock optimization? 6 Inventory Control Techniques to Optimize Stock Levels. Understand your demand.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 20, 2024

Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - May 20, 2024 Supply Chain Now Webinar On-Demand: From Data to Delivery: Transforming Logistics for Maximum Efficiency Missed our live session? No worries! Do you have more questions about this topic?

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Insights from Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Supply Chain Strategy, 2020. Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Supply Chain Strategy, 2020 offers some guidance. In the report, you will find capabilities across five categories: technologies, competencies, frameworks, operating model strategies, and organizational models. Firefighting is the norm.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 4, 2025

Tune in to stay ahead of whats next and how you can leverage these insights in your own logistics strategy. Smart Inventory Moves : Discover how businesses are adjusting inventory strategies to stay nimble and avoid disruptions.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 29, 2025

What Youll Learn: Inventory Optimization: How better inventory placement minimizes waste and costs. If you’re focused on improving your logistics strategy, this episode provides valuable insights on integrating sustainable logistics into your operations.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2024

What you will learn in this blog: Leveraging Data Analytics For Invaluable Insights Implementing Lean Principles for Waste Reduction Effective Management Of Supply Chain Costs As companies navigate market fluctuations and challenges, effectively managing supply chain expenses becomes pivotal for success.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

A well-optimized fulfillment strategy can help you reduce costs, improve delivery times, and enhance the customer experience. In this blog, we’ll provide a step-by-step guide to optimizing your fulfillment strategy. Implement Technology Technology plays a crucial role in optimizing fulfillment operations.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2022

As you’ll know, if you follow our blog regularly, Logistics Bureau does a great deal of work related to supply chain strategy development and alignment. As a result, and as we’ve mentioned in several previously published articles, we’ve discovered that many companies lack a defined and documented supply chain strategy.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 8, 2025

In this episode of Logistics Unplugged , Brian sits down with Lis, BlueGraces Director of Parcel Services, to explore how these changes are impacting shipping costs, delivery strategies, and the way businesses are navigating the parcel landscape.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Data can also be used to generate reports and insights that can help distributors improve their business regarding everything from pricing and product selection to marketing and sales strategies. Eight key processes of automotive distributors Automotive distributors have specific processes that need to be optimized and streamlined.

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MercuryGate

DECEMBER 19, 2023

With a surge in orders and tight deadlines, vehicle route optimization strategies ensure timely and efficient deliveries. The post Embracing the Holiday Rush with Vehicle Route Optimization Strategies appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 11, 2024

In this blog, we’ll explore practical strategies tailored specifically for food and bev shippers, focusing on forecasting methods and inventory management practices that can effectively address retail demand shifts. Proactive strategies involve strategically positioning and replenishing inventory.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 20, 2025

A well-optimized supply chain can help you reduce costs, improve delivery times, and enhance customer satisfaction. This blog post will explore key strategies for streamlining your supply chain from sourcing to delivery. Optimize your warehouse layout: Organize your warehouse for efficient picking and packing.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 12, 2024

This session dives into the tools, strategies, and market shifts that are transforming cross-border logistics, offering valuable insights into the future of the industry. Navigate the Growth in Nearshoring: Understand how the growth in U.S.-Mexico Mexico trade is presenting both opportunities and challenges in infrastructure and capacity.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 2, 2024

Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - May 2, 2024 LinkedIn Live Webinar On-Demand: How to Expand Your Business with Cross-Border Shipping to Mexico What’s the Topic? How to pick the correct partner for a nearshoring strategy.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 28, 2019

Our initial goal at Cerasis was to put a blog post out that was search engine optimized and answers problems we could solve once per day. We then thought about the full problems of a supply chain and started developing more blog posts. It’s not necessarily easy, but if you have a vision and a strategy, it happens.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Transportation Strategy Profitability Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - February 26, 2024 Transportation strategy plays a pivotal role in ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and ultimately, profitability for businesses.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Here are seven proven strategies every supply chain manager should explore to streamline operations, boost efficiency, and drive profitability. Optimize Inventory Management Inventory often represents one of the largest expenses in a supply chain. Cost Saving Tips for Every Supply Chain Manager 1.

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ECW

MARCH 5, 2025

Without a robust logistics strategy, this could have led to warehouse bottlenecks, delayed deliveries, and product spoilage. Real-time tracking, allocating additional refrigerated space, and optimizing drayage schedules were key in handling the increased volume. The result?

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Optimizing truckload freight spend is essential in today’s freight market. That’s a crucial advantage in optimizing spend for all involved parties. Modern, more effective strategies in today’s freight market have overtaken the old ways of manual shipping data analysis. Know when to initiate renewed RFP processes.

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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. By leveraging these technologies, businesses can optimize operations, reduce costs, and make smarter, data-driven decisions. Now, were taking it a step further. Read More In case you missed it!

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Locus

JANUARY 9, 2025

Despite the lessons learned from COVID-19, many businesses are yet to fully adopt strategies that would cushion them against such shocks. These platforms provide dynamic route optimization, real-time visibility, and predictive analytics to keep supply chains moving smoothly even during crises. Challenges for Businesses 1.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2024

Hosted by BlueGrace’s own Brian Blalock , along with Carly Bly , Vice President of LTL and Carrier Relations, and Jason Lockard , Vice President of Managed Logistics, this discussion offers a deep dive into current trends, market dynamics, and strategies for enhancing your LTL experience. We can help.

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