The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 7, 2023

The company offers a range of services, including community management, influencer marketing, user-generated content, social media strategy, paid social, creative concepting, content and copy creation, inbound and marketing automation, and social media training.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 368

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 5, 2023

With the E2E exception-base autonomous planning, the system automates decisions from demand forecasts, production plans, and order fulfillment strategies to delivery with minimal need for manual intervention. This is not eliminating the planners entirely but focusing their attention where it’s best.

Supply Chain Planning Software 118

Supply Chain Planning Software Case Study Optimization Software Modeling Software 118

ECW

MARCH 5, 2025

Essential Components of a Strong Cold Chain Refrigerated Warehousing: Facilities must maintain strict environmental conditions, often between 40F and 65F, depending on product requirements. Without a robust logistics strategy, this could have led to warehouse bottlenecks, delayed deliveries, and product spoilage. The result?

Temperature 234

Temperature Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 234

Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost-reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. With each Atom product being a single component, there was also no way to reduce duty payments. plants to four.

Cost Reduction 77

Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 77

Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

“The costs of a new product’s supply chain can easily outstrip its profit generation, and consistently poor new product initiative management leads to SKU complexity, which can cripple the company’s supply chain.”. It also outlines nine best practices to ensure that new product initiatives increase value.

Supply Chain Design Software 95

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 13, 2016

The following three mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies which have managed to sustain their supply chain cost reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. Intel decided to try what was considered an unlikely supply chain strategy for the semiconductor industry: a true make-to-order scenario.

Cost Reduction 75

Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 75

Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 14, 2023

A case study with IPSY, FastFetch Corporation and Saddle Creek Logistics Services, about crafting a flexible and scalable fulfillment strategy for a major personalized beauty products subscription company.

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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!

Resource Reduction 116

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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.

Inventory Reduction 98

Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction 98

Ottawa Logistics

MARCH 7, 2025

Our shared commitment ensures that customers receive exceptional products while leaving a lighter footprint on the planet. This allows Firebelly Tea to offer beautifully packaged gift sets and product bundlesperfect for tea lovers looking for a little something extra. Why is climate-controlled storage important for tea fulfillment?

Waste Reduction 87

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WorkWave

MARCH 5, 2025

Missed opportunities: Businesses cant identify patterns or optimize strategies without cross-branch insights. Industry Examples of Breaking Data Silos Cleaning Industry A university case study revealed that a cleaning service provider struggled with inconsistent scheduling and supply tracking across multiple locations.

Optimal Sourcing 85

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 12, 2025

Data for the BlueGrace Logistics Confidence Index is aggregated through a survey of shippers and reflects all freight transportation modes, while correlating growth or shrinkage to the overall industry volume of shipments and the price of products, according to BlueGrace.

Inventory Reduction 62

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

View the Full Case Study. Nussbaum has built a reputation for moving expensive, high-volume products, including furniture, appliances and equipment parts. Nussbaum Transportation Services adds value throughout its enterprise and uses data proactively to manage pricing strategies. View the Full Case Study.

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AIMMS

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

How the right production schedule enables fast, profitable decision making at Nampak. As we discussed in our recent Supply Chain webinar, this is not an easy task if you have a lot of fluctuating demand and uncertainty in your production process. Paul, why is production scheduling crucial for Nampak glass?

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Production Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Optimization Modeling 70

Log-hub

JANUARY 21, 2025

Inventory Management Effective inventory management ensures that products are available to meet customer demand without overstocking. Demand Forecasting Accurate demand forecasting is vital for meeting customer needs and planning production. Matrices can model stock levels, reorder points, and safety stock across multiple locations.

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Log-hub

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

For example, a global retailer can use a tensor-based approach to manage product demand across multiple warehouses, optimizing stock levels dynamically. Improve Accuracy Cross-validate rates and costs to identify discrepancies and optimize pricing strategies. This helps companies stay efficient while meeting customer expectations.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 6, 2020

Our logistics people had to adapt, learn and understand the difference between construction materials and medical product at pace and scale. The post Case Study: The Building of NHS Nightingale appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. Parts of the process.

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AIMMS

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

Optimized production scheduling enables fast, profitable decision making at Nampak. As we discussed in our recent Supply Chain webinar, this is not an easy task if you have a lot of fluctuating demand and uncertainty in your production process. Paul, why is production scheduling crucial for Nampak glass?

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Production Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Modeling Scenario Planning 62

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Rather than just offering consumers the choice of buying online or buying in the store, a retail omnichannel strategy involves a lot more paths to fulfill an order or to process a return. Omnichannel Order Management Systems are Complex For retailers, implementing a sound omnichannel strategy can be difficult.

Cost Reduction 126

Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction Modeling Software 126

Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 5, 2023

Ariana Villanueva VP Promotion Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - April 5, 2023 BlueGrace Logistics Promotes Ariana Villanueva to Vice President of People Strategy and Operations TAMPA, FL (Apr.

Resource Reduction 62

Resource Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software Strategy Operations 62

GlobalTranz

APRIL 10, 2017

Shippers often forget about the possible savings through an effective inbound logistics strategy. Reducing Costs in Shipping with a Focus on Inbound Logistics Strategy. While some vendors might disagree with plans to implement and inbound shipping strategy to reduce your costs, remember that you must look out for your company first.

Cost Reduction 71

Cost Reduction Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Inbound 71

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.

Optimal Sourcing 117

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction Optimization Software 117

Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

That being said, this innovative tool has been instrumental in identifying clear indicators of market fluctuations and how that intel has helped shippers prioritize business strategies. This suggests a positive demand for products and services in the market. Shippers must recognize this growth and adjust their strategies accordingly.

Resource Reduction 116

Resource Reduction Inventory Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction 116

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.

Cost Reduction 68

Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Vendor Strategies 68

Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Retailers and wholesalers are trying to put the brakes on that shift, changing inventory and transportation strategies to minimize costs and slow down rather than speed up supply chains, according to BlueGrace Logistics, which produces a quarterly LogisticsConfidence Index (LCI).

Inventory Reduction 62

Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Resource Reduction Cost Reduction 62

Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

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. We’ll begin with a look at pricing strategy. Do You Lack Confidence in Your Pricing Strategies?

Negotiating Skills 98

Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Cost Reduction Analysis 98

Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

A recent study by MHP – A Porsche Company in collaboration with PohlCon impressively demonstrates how the use of inductive charging can increase the productivity of automated guided vehicles (AGVs) in logistics by up to 50 percent. In the specific case study, a high-bay warehouse with approx.

Material Savings 44

Material Savings Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Production 44

WorkWave

DECEMBER 16, 2024

We will discuss case studies, future trends, and guidelines for businesses considering whether to invest in this cutting-edge technology. This proactive approach reduces the reliance on intensive control measures, allowing for more efficient pest management strategies.

Cost Reduction 52

Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Optimization Software Waste Reduction 52

Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 13, 2023

Girl Scout Cookies Crumble Under Supply Chain Woes Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics For some Girl Scouts and their bake sale fans, it’s shaping up to be another tough cookie season.

Supply Chains 117

Supply Chains Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction 117

Dedola Global Logistics

JULY 3, 2024

The True Cost of Delays: Delays caused by fixed-rate contracts can have severe financial impacts, particularly for seasonal, perishable, and just-in-time inventory products. Seasonal Goods: Delays can make seasonal products unsellable, leading to inventory write-offs. Case Study: The High Cost of Fixed-Rate Contracts.

Inventory Reduction 81

Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Freight 81

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

We also have what we call CAMP (Corporate Account Management) HNRY, which is a dual CRM/productivity model that we think is unique in the industry. It provides us and our customers joint access to case management data and business intelligence tools so we can collaborate to make sure things get across the finish line.”.

Vendor Strategies 72

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Supply chain strategy is critical to business success, but companies often underestimate its importance and hence pay it less leadership attention than other areas of operation. Supply Chain Strategy. In other words, the majority did not recognise the need for close alignment between supply chain and general business strategies.

Supply Chain Design Software 111

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction 111

ECW

JANUARY 8, 2025

Case Study: This study focusing on the strawberry supply chain in the U.S. By maintaining strict temperature control, businesses can minimize spoilage and ensure product integrity, reinforcing the importance of precise temperature management in logistics.

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AIMMS

JULY 23, 2019

It’s not limited to managing crops and livestock, but encompasses all equipment, services, and product processing as well as commercialization. But supporting the process with advanced analytics goes even further, contributing to higher levels of productivity and profitability. The agribusiness supply chain is highly complex.

Procurement Analytics 111

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WorkWave

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

This year’s virtual conference to include pest control, field service, routing, and general business management-focused sessions, bringing attendees actionable insights and strategies. This year’s conference will feature a user-friendly web and mobile application for easy accessibility.

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