Ship Monk

JUNE 24, 2021

It’s true: outsourcing and fulfillment can be pretty tough subjects to tackle. Regardless of how you slice it, a solid order fulfillment strategy is the backbone of your business. #2. Outsourcing Isn’t SMB-Friendly. What if we told you that outsourcing was for small and mid-sized businesses? Outsourcing Is Too Expensive.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain. However, I can’t recall writing a general guide about exploiting outsourcing opportunities to improve your supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2015

We have made it to the end of the "Most Popular Blog Posts of 2015.So We've already featured all the other popular blog posts from logistics , manufacturing , supply chain , and freight over this week. The most popular blogs are centered around Infographics, reports, facts, and trends.as So Far" series!

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GlobalTranz

JULY 29, 2015

Outsourcing various parts of your company to other businesses that specialize in those areas has long been a solution that can give you excellent results. This is especially true when outsourcing transportation management, as transportation can include a large part of your overall supply chain and business costs.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 5, 2015

We continue our series on the most popular blog posts of 2014 in each of our main categories with our very first post of 2014 by featuring another area important to Cerasis and the industry: third party logistics. The Most Popular Blog Posts in the 3PL Category By Pageviews for 2014. Read the Full Blog Post.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 23, 2014

We pick up where we left off yesterday from posting the Top 10 Manufacturing Blog Posts for 2014 by page views from the Cerasis blog by featuring the Top 10 Supply Chain Blog Posts in 2014. Top Supply Chain Blog Posts for 2014. Read the Full Blog Post. Read the Full Blog Post. Read the Full Blog Post.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2014

We trudge on with our top posts from our main blog categories by page view for all of 2014 from the Cerasis blog by featuring another area Cerasis is an expert in: Transportation. Top 16 Most Popular Transportation Blog Posts of 2014. Read the Full Blog Post. Read the Full Blog Post.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The strengthening of e-commerce, increased competition and the emergence of new commercial dynamics have reinforced logistics outsourcing as an advantageous alternative for companies. At the second level, the company delegates the delivery of products to an outsourced partner, to ensure greater efficiency and agility.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

We continue our top blog posts of 2014 from our main categories today by focusing on something at Cerasis we are experts in : Logistics. We’ve already listed the top 10 manufacturing blog posts and the top 10 supply chain blog posts last week. Top 15 Logistics Blog Posts of 2014. Read the Full Post.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2015

Yesterday we kicked off our most popular blog post series for the most viewed blog posts in the main 5 categories we publish to (although you can browse all categories on the right side of this blog). For the Manufacturing Blog Posts, we saw a bit of a deviation from that starting trend.

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CLX Logistics

AUGUST 23, 2023

To tackle these obstacles and ensure smooth operations, many companies are turning to modal outsourcing, a strategic approach that leverages the expertise and networks of third-party logistics providers (3PLs) or fourth-party logistics providers (4PLs).

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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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GoShip Blog

JUNE 3, 2021

Third-party logistics (3PL) offer a variety of efficient and cost-friendly freight services and outsourced logistics that are necessary for remaining competitive in any business. Outsourcing logistics with a third-party logistics company is vital to a sustainable business. What are the benefits of outsourcing logistics? .

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 14, 2017

Well, I asked Mal Walker one of our Logistics Outsourcing experts, exactly that question! What is Outsourcing? Can you give us a brief introduction to supply chain and logistics outsourcing? Check out our Related Pages Below: Outsourcing – Trick or Treat. Logistics Outsourcing Training in Thailand.

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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. Read The Logistics Blog®

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

An increasing number of shippers are moving towards logistics outsourcing to gain better visibility into their freight track and spend, two key factors in determining business vitality. In a nutshell, outsourcing is more in demand than ever from shippers because of rising costs.

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Carter Logistics

JANUARY 28, 2019

Blog Topics. Near-sourcing – a business moving its operations closer to where its end products are sold – is a growing trend as well as a strategy in the supply chain industry today. Additionally, prices of the past may no longer buy the same level of quality in outsourced products. 4 Benefits of Near-Sourcing.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

For many ecommerce businesses, outsourcing fulfillment to a 3PL provider can be a game-changer. In this blog post, we’ll explore the numerous benefits of outsourcing fulfillment. Cost Savings Outsourcing fulfillment can help you save on various costs, including warehouse space, labor, and shipping.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 5, 2016

We continue our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). Our first post covered the Top 5 Freight Management blogs of 2016. Today's post will cover the top 5 logistics blogs from 2016 so far. Top Logistics Blogs from the First Half of 2016 So Far.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 12, 2016

Editor's Note: Today's blog is from our friend Allison Wilkinson, a freelance writer in the industry, who shows us why Reshoring or Insourcing Manufacturing can boost your profits. And rightly so, as millions of Americans have been affected by companies' decisions to outsource manufacturing abroad. . Minimize Costs of Business Abroad

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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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3PL Links

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Warehouse Outsourcing: Advantages and What It Is Used For | Image source: Shutterstock Owning your stock requires a minimum of three things: a storage structure, physical space, and funding for the business. Outsourced storage is a possibility if you don’t have one of them. What is an outsourced warehouse used for?

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 27, 2024

One strategy gaining increasing popularity is partnering with third-party logistics providers, commonly known as 3PL partners. By outsourcing logistics functions to a specialized provider, businesses can adapt more swiftly to changes in demand without the burden of maintaining excess infrastructure or workforce.

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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. Conclusion Optimizing your fulfillment strategy is an ongoing process.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 21, 2017

At the next Logistics Bureau Free Executive Breakfast (which will take place in August), I’ll be discussing the alignment of supply chain and business strategy along with eight other important levers for supply chain performance improvement. The Failing Kmart Business Strategy. The first Kmart store opened way back in 1962.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 2, 2018

Today, we conclude our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation , Freight. There were approximately 220 blog posts in 2017, and over 360,000 page views on those posts alone. Top 10 Transportation Blog Posts of the Year.

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Carter Logistics

APRIL 30, 2019

Blog Topics. To turn the challenges into their competitive advantage, cross-border shippers must analyze the current issues that are affecting their supply chain, adhere to all regulations and requirements, and capitalize on more efficient supply chain strategies. The Shared Milkrun Mexico & Border Logistics. Trade wars.

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

Challenges with current solutions: Outsourcing accounts payable to a third-party provider. Outsourcing invoice reconciliation to a bank is more common , but that presents its own host of problems: Banks typically require a 3PL or freight broker to use the bank’s own payment network, charging a fee of up to 5% per invoice.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 8, 2016

Today, we wrap up our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). Our last post covered the Top 5 Supply Chain blogs of 2016. Today's post will cover the top 5 Transportation Management blogs from 2016 so far.

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Locus

MAY 15, 2023

Some retailers are equipped with technology that can cater to these demands, hence most brands outsource or use retailers to sell their products. Brands need to adopt the latest supply chain and last-mile logistics solutions to make the D2C model a successful business strategy.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 18, 2015

Editor’s Note: This is a guest post, republished with permission, from the Fronetics Supply Chain & Logistics blog. We have enjoyed engaging with Fronetics and their team in social media for quite some time and are avid readers of their blog. To avoid confusion, let’s call 3PL what it is: outsourcing.

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Camelot 3PL Software

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

To stay competitive in this dynamic industry, 3PL warehouses need innovative marketing strategies to attract new customers and retain existing ones. In this blog, we’ll explore some creative marketing ideas to help your 3PL warehouse stand out and thrive in a competitive market.

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Locus

JUNE 23, 2023

So, knowing more about order fulfillment, its importance, process, and strategies is critical. Read Also: 5 Ways to Ace Last-mile Reverse Logistics What are the Order fulfillment strategies, and which is right for your business? So there is no fixed rule for selecting the order fulfillment strategy. Let’s fill in!

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GoShip Blog

JULY 15, 2022

Although order fulfillment strategies may differ across businesses, a typical fulfillment strategy involves the following processes: Receiving inventory Inventory storage Order processing Picking and packaging Delivery Processing returns. Utilize order fulfillment technology.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

The most common complaint of newer companies using big data analytics capabilities tends to revolve around traditional questions of business strategy. Consider the following elements explains John Richardson of Inbound Logistics, that impact business strategy. Increasing order efficiency. Demand forecasts. The quantity of each product.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

This is called vertical integration, and it occurs when the supply chain of a company is owned and operated by that company, allowing it to directly control the stages in its production cycle as opposed to outsourcing them to external contractors or third-party facilities. appeared first on SYSPRO Blog.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JANUARY 11, 2013

Outsourcing Services. Application Outsourcing. Infrastructure Outsourcing. Business Process Outsourcing. View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Business Assurance: Supply Chain Blogs.

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