Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

If you’ve ever paid $10 for an Uber ride to the cocktail lounge in the evening and then a “surge priced” $50 for the same distance Uber ride back to your home only a few hours later around closing time, you understand the dynamics troubling shippers in today’s capacity constrained transportation market.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

a How to Navigate Your Supply Chain During Market Swings Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 21, 2023 In the realm of ever-fluctuating food prices, a pragmatic revolution is quietly taking place in the shopping carts of budget-conscious consumers.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

How to Navigate Your Supply Chain During Market Swings Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 21, 2023 Market conditions play a crucial role in shaping challenges professionals face when managing their organization’s supply chains.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 11, 2021

View the Full Case Study. However, added pressures on the industry led Big M Transportation’s leaders to reconsider their current pricing strategy. That demand made greater insight into pricing an absolute necessity. View the Full Case Study. Whitney Stokes.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 1, 2016

The lean manufacturing revolution of the 1970s, the outsourcing trend of the 1990s and the automation of the 2000s set the stage for the digital transformation we are seeing today. The 52 percent who aren't ready will soon be playing catch-up to companies on the cutting edge of these trends. Industry 4.0

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Dedola Global Logistics

JULY 3, 2024

Case Study: The High Cost of Fixed-Rate Contracts. Market Dynamics: Summer 2024: Rising diesel prices and high demand on the West Coast exacerbate challenges for importers with fixed-rate contracts. Frequently priced lower than spot rates, these contracts promise stability and predictability.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Unlike Descriptive (focused on reporting with basic trend or pattern recognition) or Predictive Analytics (focused on predicting the future with forecasting techniques), Prescriptive Analytics uses techniques like machine learning and mathematical modeling to help you improve decision making. Validating and finding errors is taxing.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

Across every industry, IT strategy is now business strategy. In the software realm, however, the emergence of software-as-a-service (SaaS) and cloud solutions, coupled with more affordable subscription-based pricing, has certainly lowered that hurdle. And it’s no secret that technology is fueling that speed.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2023

Case Study. This could partially explain why port congestion did not decrease among East Coast ports even when the West Coast saw a reduction. Consumers are paying the price. Cost/pricing—68% of respondents. Shippers Navigating an Evolving LTL Marketplace Show Submenu Resources. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Analysts point to several macro trends buoying the LTL market, specifically e-commerce growth and the increasing impact of near-shoring since the start of the pandemic. Shippers and carriers must remain focused on long-term growth by negotiating fair pricing.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2023

Demand for Goods and Services Remains High In Florida Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics Shippers’ demand for trucks may bounce back this year according to a Bank of America. What will 2023 bring for the economy of durable goods?

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Case Study. The nearshoring trend. Knowledge is power–understanding what’s causing the situation can help reduce stress and enable you to select the best course of action to best move forward. The Nearshoring Trend Continues. This trend started as low-cost labor in Asia was not the savings it used to be.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 26, 2024

Users of SONAR are then able to use the most up-to-date market data to react with pricing and capacity strategies faster to strengthen negotiations, compliance and relationships. Whether it is pricing one load or benchmarking a billion-dollar supply chain, you can trust SONAR to respond with more accuracy and confidence.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 20, 2023

Shipper's Guide to Planning Ahead Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - March 20, 2023 Data shows there is a consensus that revenue will increase and inventory levels will build. The latest LCI forecasts an upwards trend for Q2.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Unlike Descriptive (focused on reporting with basic trend or pattern recognition) or Predictive Analytics (focused on predicting the future with forecasting techniques), Prescriptive Analytics uses techniques like machine learning and mathematical modeling to help you improve decision making. Validating and finding errors is taxing.

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Log-hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Efficient inventory management, layout organization, and operational strategies are key to meeting customer demands while minimizing costs and maximizing profits. Efficient replenishment strategies: Implementing distinct replenishment and restocking strategies for various categories to avoid stockouts and overstock scenarios.

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Log-hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Efficient inventory management, layout organization, and operational strategies are key to meeting customer demands while minimizing costs and maximizing profits. Efficient replenishment strategies: Implementing distinct replenishment and restocking strategies for various categories to avoid stockouts and overstock scenarios.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 30, 2018

The ‘Colbert Bump,’ a term coined to describe a surge of interest or business in the wake of a mention on TV, is an extreme example – but it makes for an interesting case study for scaling. The right 3PL partner will also increase transparency and that’s going to make your customers happy, while cutting costs.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 8, 2013

Case Studies. |. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. « Is Customization a Boon or Bane? | Main | Infosys Team at IBM Pulse 2013 » Dynamic Pricing : Is it really worthy. Price is something that has a huge impact on the customers perception about the product.

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Log-hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Efficient inventory management, layout organization, and operational strategies are key to meeting customer demands while minimizing costs and maximizing profits. Efficient replenishment strategies : Implementing distinct replenishment and restocking strategies for various categories to avoid stockouts and overstock scenarios.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Using Robots in Logistics to Reduce Shelf Life Problems. A study carried out in conjunction with that data evaluated nearly 50 strategies for improving that issue. Automated robotics equipment is more resilient than a typical person, reducing the risk of muscle strains and similar ailments due to tiredness.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 27, 2016

Through initiatives such as sustainable power utilisation, 600 tons of carbon was removed from the firm’s supply chain over a three-year period to 2013, with the added advantage of massive cost reductions , according to its Chief Supply Chain Officer. Is sustainability a viable growth strategy for fast-moving-consumer-goods brands?

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Sabinext

JULY 9, 2019

As of now, very few – and mostly only the large – companies have a comprehensive strategy that can fulfill high customer expectations cross-border. Consumers can often choose next day Express delivery, but this comes at a considerable price premium. What could such a new strategy look like? This might soon pose a problem.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 23, 2018

Considering the increased sales volume our company is experiencing, you bean counters should be grateful I’m able to get our freight covered and delivered at any price!”. Reduce Carrier Overcharges via Better Settlement Controls. We’re forced to compete against every other shipper out there for dwindling available carrier capacity.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 19, 2020

Some US manufacturers, however, have resorted to airlifting supplies from China at a premium price. Their marketing strategy: If customers are not able to dine inside the restaurant, they must be afforded the opportunity to dine outside the restaurant, i.e. at home. .

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 27, 2012

Case Studies. |. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Major retailers are readdressing business models to either emphasize more online sales or bring a balanced business strategy among brick and mortar and online sales channels. Supply Chain Management. Offerings. |.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

Case Studies. |. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. A cross-functional team would have correctly diagnosed that SKU rationalization requires both SKU reduction (to streamline supply chain costs) and SKU addition (to fulfill untapped demand). Supply Chain Management.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

JLL’s Dr. Walter Kemmsies (pictured above) is an expert in global trade and economic trends. Cost-push inflation is increasing – wages, raw materials prices, transportation costs and industrial real estate lease rates (industrial real estate vacancy rates are below 2 percent in most major cities). and Mexico auto workers be reduced.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 20, 2012

Case Studies. |. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. I researched prices on most Indian online websites for the laptop configuration I wanted. o Ensure consistent pricing across channels. Supply Chain Management. Features & Opinions. |. Offerings. |.

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247 Customs Broker

OCTOBER 3, 2018

As Armstrong & Associates ’ 6th annual summit gets underway, the consultancy plans on helping shippers gain fresh insights on third-party logistic (3PL) provider trends and forecasts. Once accomplished, they should use successful case studies to pitch services to other potential customers.

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Shipchain

DECEMBER 17, 2019

His works commonly include an analysis of global logistics trends, distribution strategies, best practices, logistics outsourcing, integrating systems and more. Her insights reflect the latest trends in the industry and the increasing demands of consumers. Cathy Morrow Roberson (Air Cargo World, Logistics Trends & Insights).

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247 Customs Broker

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Online bookings, guaranteed pricing, and secured capacity on CMA CGM China-US trade lanes are available on the platform, with a further extension to additional lanes planned in the near future. With CMA CGM selling on Freightos, smaller shippers now have direct access to a major carrier with competitive pricing. Related Papers.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2014

Case Studies. |. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. « Social Media in Supply Chain.the new trend! Amazon getting closer to reduce delivery lead time with their patented speculative shipping model. Social Media in Supply Chain.the new trend! Categories.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 7, 2012

Case Studies. |. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Steve further spoke about how IBM, which has huge IT infrastructure, did lots of standardization and consolidation to reduce number of applications. Next was Jamie Thomas, VP- Tivoli Strategy and Development.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

DECEMBER 30, 2013

Case Studies. |. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Automated Workforce Management is an emerging trend in highly competitive and price sensitive Service industry. Social Media in Supply Chain.the new trend! Instance Consolidation Strategy.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 16, 2012

Case Studies. |. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. The most visible incident involved retailer Best Buy , who utilized a strategy of aggressive price promotion and free shipping to lure customers away from Amazon. Supply Chain Management. Offerings. |.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 3, 2020

The group is also experiencing loss of sales in China, which accounts for about 25 percent of its revenue, due to stores either being shut or operating on reduced hours. Once sailings resume, it adds, the price of limited container space will balloon out of proportion and port congestion will spike. The Automotive Industry.

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