An Alternative to UPS and FedEx with Mark Lavelle
The Logistics of Logistics
JUNE 28, 2023
They offer faster, cheaper, and greener shipping options for high-growth brands, reducing carbon emissions and providing an alternative to legacy carriers.
Logistics KPIs Case Study: Whirlpool’s Supply Chain and Logistics Success Driven by Effective KPI Implementation
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 29, 2015
We conclude our ongoing series in talking about effective KPI management by giving you a real live Logistics KPIs management case study from Whirlpool's engagement with a logistics service level provider. We hope the following case study shows you the proverbial proof in the pudding of effective Logistics KPIs management. .
Case Study 
122
122 Join 84,000+
Insiders
Sign Up for our Newsletter
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Supplier Quality Management: What it is, 5 Key Metrics to Know & a 4 Step Supplier Evaluation Process
GlobalTranz
MAY 20, 2015
The next posts in the series will break down metrics and issues to consider in SQM by industry and conclude with a case study on the application of SQM. 5 Key Metrics to Use for Scoring Supplier Quality Management (From LNS Research ). Cost of quality. The definition of this metric is similar to the way it sounds.
S&OP in Agribusiness: How to Harvest the Benefits with Advanced Analytics
AIMMS
JULY 23, 2019
But supporting the process with advanced analytics goes even further, contributing to higher levels of productivity and profitability. Like many organizations, Tereos recognizes the use of advanced analytics as an imperative. Advanced analytics as enabling technology. The use of predictive analytics is fairly common nowadays.
What is Transportation Management Software?
Trinity Logistics
OCTOBER 31, 2021
Transportation management affects every part of your logistics process, from planning to procurement and more. With this, it can optimize each shipment, allows freight tracking by using real-time updates, payment processes are simplifying and streamlining invoices are audited, and develops reports through its in-depth data collecting.
Why the Supply Chain Matters to Business Success
Logistics Bureau
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth. 2) According to a 2012 report into corporate insolvencies by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, 44% of businesses in Australia failed because of poor strategic management.
Importance of Social Proof in Ecommerce
Ship Monk
MARCH 11, 2024
Did you know that 93% of consumers say that online reviews influence their purchase decisions? Sure, we can talk endlessly about our warehouse automation and cool robotics , outstanding service , or award-winning warehouse management system , but that’s not nearly as believable as our case studies and customer testimonials.
eCommerce 105
105 
Digital Transformation Journey in Supply Chain Planning
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 4, 2021
Digital commerce efficiently requires the digitalization of many customer-facing operations and sourcing and procurement. The First Step: Bring all the data together and ensure analytics and planning can happen on the same platform. . Accurate and timely reconciliation of purchase orders with receipts.
S&OP in Agribusiness: How to Harvest the Benefits with Advanced Analytics
AIMMS
JULY 23, 2019
But supporting the process with advanced analytics goes even further, contributing to higher levels of productivity and profitability. Like many organizations, Tereos recognizes the use of advanced analytics as an imperative. Advanced analytics as enabling technology. The use of predictive analytics is fairly common nowadays.
The 411 on Social Proof
Ship Monk
JULY 28, 2021
Think of the last time you purchased a product or service based on the recommendation of a friend, family member, or your favorite social media influencer. With so many options to choose from , it’s become the norm for buyers to research their future purchases, taking a cue from the general public before clicking “Buy.”.
Real-time Capacity Matching: Making Brokers More Efficient
Talking Logistics
JULY 19, 2018
Visibility Enables Faster Procure-to-Pay and Order-to-Cash processes : for example, you can leverage Electronic Proof of Delivery (ePOD) and geofencing to initiate invoicing and payment process. . In case you missed it, check out my short video interview with William and David and our write-up of the case study.
Capacity 79
79 
Examples of How Supplier Quality Management System Implementations Pay Off
GlobalTranz
JUNE 11, 2015
We conclude our series on supplier quality management (SQM) today with a look at some case studies and examples of benefits derived from the application of a supplier quality management system. Examples and Case Studies from the Implementation of a Supplier Quality Management System. It takes much discipline and focus.
Wholesale Weakness Slowing US Inventory Destocking, Freight Demand
Blue Grace Logistics
JULY 17, 2023
Wholesale Weakness Slowing US Inventory Destocking Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - July 17, 2023 The effort to cut inventories is being slowed as consumers reduce goods purchases, forcing companies to continually rebalance inventory.
Case Study: Oil and Gas Specialist First Hyundai Forklift
Logistics Business Magazine
JULY 23, 2018
We then got involved with Bear who were able to offer purchase lease deals with all the maintenance thrown in. Bear were able to provide three, five-year packages for the Forklifts with the full maintenance included in the deal – we much prefer this business model. We have a high volume of turnover, so we need reliable equipment.”.
Case Study 40
40 
8 Reasons Why Your Business’ Success Depends Upon Your Supply Chain
Logistics Bureau
JANUARY 7, 2020
Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth. 2) According to a 2012 report into corporate insolvencies by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, 44% of businesses in Australia failed because of poor strategic management. Mini Case Study: Walmart.
Distribution Center Robots: How Robots Continue to Power the Distribution Center
GlobalTranz
APRIL 6, 2018
Distribution center robots are a force in the Amazon powerhouse, reports the Association for Advancing Automation. When Amazon purchased Kiva robots, distribution center robots became the new “shiny object turned real-world effective object” of e-commerce fulfillment. Engage with experts to guide you through the process.
Distribution 95
95 
Case Study: Wood Wholesaler Likes Hyster Durability
Logistics Business Magazine
OCTOBER 23, 2018
Not only because purchasing and maintaining the trucks is cost-effective, but also due to the trucks’ robustness and durability. “Quick response times, transparent reporting around service and costs, and good customer care from Wiegers Gabelstapler are all crucial, because we cannot afford downtime.”
Case Study 28
28 
Case Study: Cesab Ergonomics and Safety Perfect for UK Public Sector Firm
Logistics Business Magazine
DECEMBER 3, 2018
ESPO is a local authority purchasing and distribution consortium, supplying a huge range of workplace products, from food, furniture and hardware to stationery and vehicles, to the education sector and other public and private organisations. Operators must log in, using a manual key code, before operating the Cesab R314 reach trucks.
Case Study 29
29 
Cost to Serve Analysis—And the Costs of Neglecting It
Logistics Bureau
SEPTEMBER 4, 2023
When costs begin to spiral out of control, the result is usually a loss of revenue in proportion to sales. Potential Factors in Declining Margins To get to the root of the problem, understanding the costs of production or purchasing will be a necessary starting point, but typically, more information will be needed.
The Dispatch Report | October 2019, Issue No. 12
Shipchain
OCTOBER 25, 2019
We partnered with GTX Corp, ParceLive, and a few others that will be announced soon, began working on case studies, aired our first webinar with major industry executives, graduated from the Plug and Play Spring 2019 Food and Beverage Accelerator Program, joined forces with the World Economic Forum to build the Blockchain Toolkit, and a lot more.
Case Study: How to Predict Which Bra Sells Where
Logistics Business Magazine
AUGUST 29, 2018
It also wanted better reporting structures in place and software to measure performance (KPI’s). Using the same reporting and KPI measures in Western Europe has standardised procedures and made everyone work towards the same goals much more efficiently, he added. “We
Case Study 28
28 
Takeaways from Descartes Evolution 2019
Talking Logistics
APRIL 10, 2019
This was not a trivial transition because the software industry, until relatively recently, was long fixated on measuring its health and success by new license revenue (sales of products) instead of customer-centric metrics, such as realization of ROI and payback objectives. Where is Descartes today? Keegan McCready, Sr.
What is the Biggest Blind Spot in Your Supply Chain?
Talking Logistics
JUNE 5, 2017
The company has had to shut down or slow down production at various factories around the world due to a shortage of steering gears manufactured by its supplier Bosch, which in turn blamed the problem on one of its suppliers in Italy that is having problems delivering the casing for the steering gears. View Results. Total Answers 11.
Celebrating Leaders In Supply Chain Sustainability
Blue Grace Logistics
APRIL 18, 2023
net sales were represented by suppliers who reported to one or more sustainability surveys. 90% of their raw materials are purchased from sustainably managed forests. From 2010 to 2020, they also reduced emissions across their global operations 52% through energy efficiency and renewable electricity.
Managing the Realities of the “New Normal” LTL Shipping Environment
Blue Grace Logistics
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Case Study. Rising online purchases over the past few years have increased the need for LTL. Haul lengths reported by respondents varied from 500+ miles to 100-249 miles. About half of those surveyed reported it is sometimes or always a challenge securing LTL capacity for these loads. Accurate reporting.
The Great Maersk Shift
Freightos
OCTOBER 26, 2020
The free report is available in PDF with supporting spreadsheets and high-resolution infographics here. Other sources reported that DB Schenker was not the only forwarder making this shift. Maersk 2019 Annual Report. DB Schenker, meanwhile, said that it had moved volumes away from Maersk earlier in the year.
Logistics, The Real Super Bowl MVP
Blue Grace Logistics
FEBRUARY 9, 2023
Logistics, The Real Super Bowl MVP Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics Super Bowl requires logistics planning and execution to take advantage of the event’s revenue and profit opportunities. Here’s what’s involved. million gallons of beer 12.5
Logistics 62
62 
The Role of TMS in a Logistics Partner’s Strategy and Value Proposition
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
But beyond that, shippers today also expect their logistics partners to provide them with technology solutions, timely and accurate data, and business intelligence and analytics capabilities. This allows customers to go to one place to purchase any of our services. Operational excellence, of course.
Brand Values: How to Increase Your Customer Loyalty
GoShip Blog
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
What Brand Values Influence Purchase Decisions? There is a worldwide increase in “belief-driven” buyers, who will alter their purchasing decisions based on the presence or absence of shared values with a company. million metric tons of CO2.
Impact of SMAC on Enterprise Software Applications - Infosys Blogs
Infosys Supply Chain Management
APRIL 8, 2014
Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. Abstract Technologies such as Social networking, mobile, analytics and cloud computing have been shaking the IT industry for past several years. Business Process Outsourcing. Distribution.
Cost to Serve and Business Profitability
Logistics Bureau
MAY 6, 2016
CTS identifies product and service characteristics as well as customer characteristics to establish customer and product matrices leading to change management of processes and behaviours, with ongoing reporting of CTS. These hospitals purchase between 4000 and 7000 different supply items. Suppliers are also purchasing e-commerce.
Shippers Navigating an Evolving LTL Marketplace
Blue Grace Logistics
JANUARY 10, 2023
Case Study. Rising online purchases over the past few years have increased the need for LTL. The most reported habit changes were consumer price increases, by 70% of surveyed shippers, and expected service level decreases, by 69% of respondents. Shippers Navigating an Evolving LTL Marketplace Show Submenu Resources.
Supply Chain Management:Rapid Innovation will Differentiate the.
Infosys Supply Chain Management
AUGUST 10, 2012
Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. cities with these lockers in-place are located in states that already collect sales taxes for online purchases. Business Process Outsourcing. Customer Service. Finance & Accounting.
The Online Retail Landscape in 2019: A Review of the Highs and Lows
Logistics Bureau
JANUARY 21, 2020
For example, the seemingly unstoppable Amazon surprised pundits by reporting lower year-on-year profits in the third quarter of 2019. . These two big-box chains have integrated online and traditional retail channels to offer consumers a range of ways to shop and receive their purchases. .
4 Best-in-Class Supply Chains To Watch and Learn From
Logistics Bureau
NOVEMBER 27, 2016
Unilever has sustainability at the very heart of its business model, extending all the way through the supply chain from distribution to procurement. The measurements however, are just a means to an end , with the KPI-driven conversations being considered more important than the actual metrics. The Sustainability Drive.
Supply Chain Management:Importance of Proactive Master Data.
Infosys Supply Chain Management
JULY 26, 2013
Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. For instance, if Product-Location has procurement type In-House Production ("E") and if it is missing a corresponding PPDS PPM, then we flagged it as an error code. Customer Service.
The European Cross-Border E-Commerce Challenge: How You Can Turn Logistics into a Competitive Advantage
Sabinext
JULY 9, 2019
With consumer behavior increasingly shifting towards purchasing online outside of domestic markets, proficient cross-border delivery performance becomes a necessity – as well as a huge competitive advantage for those players in European markets that manage it well. What IT and data analytics capabilities will I need to acquire?
Supply Chain Management:How to make Preventive Maintenance a.
Infosys Supply Chain Management
MAY 24, 2012
Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. « Confluence of IT and Business Strategy for a Transformation program | Main | SAP acquired Ariba, what does it mean for the on-demand, procurement and SAP world? Customer Service.
SEKO Logistics Expands Full Assembly White Glove Service – Supply Chain 24/7
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 19, 2018
The service, first reported by Reuters , is part of a growing push by a number of large trucking firms to cash in on rising online purchases for home delivery of products such as furniture, golf simulation machines and medical devices, which require assembly, installation or technical connection work. households. Download Now!
Supply Chain Management:ERP in Cloud - Hype or Hope!!!
Infosys Supply Chain Management
MARCH 6, 2014
Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. Typically, organizations have a very high lead time for procuring hardware and setting up networks. These issues compound in case of multi country/region roll outs. Human Resources.
Ethics in Procurement – Simple, but Not Always Easy
Logistics Bureau
NOVEMBER 14, 2018
If you have not yet tackled the question of ethics in procurement, now is a great time to start. It does not matter whether you are a procurement professional, internal customer, external customer, senior executive, or supplier. Procurement is what sets entire supply chains and their organisations in motion.
BlueGrace Logistics heralds acquisition of Evos Smart Tools
Blue Grace Logistics
MARCH 7, 2024
BlueGrace heralds acquisition of Evos Smart Tools Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - March 7, 2024 Jeff Berman | Logistics Management March 7, 2024 Tampa, Fla.-based A purchase price for the transaction was not disclosed.
Will Robots Take All the Supply Chain Jobs?
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 19, 2018
Software “robots” of rapidly growing types, including process robots (why can’t two computers just conclude a simple procurement transaction on their own?) Financial performance metrics are valuable as they capture the economic consequences of business decisions. ” .
MIT’s Sheffi on Supply Chain Sustainability
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 5, 2018
. In other words, if the stock prices of these companies were based on traditional financial metrics alone they would have been about half of their actual levels. One only has to look at the huge beating Nike took over several years in the 1990s after bungled handling of reports of child labor in its supplier factories.
Let's personalize your content