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. .
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Big, Bulky & Rural with Grafton Elliot
The Logistics of Logistics
JANUARY 19, 2024
Their network extends beyond major metropolitan centers, ensuring that everyone, regardless of location, can enjoy the benefits of fast, reliable, and white-glove service for their large purchases. Sustainability in the Supply Chain: Onward is also mindful of the environmental impact of deliveries.
A Practical Approach to Supply Chain Resilience: The PepsiCo Case Study
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 3, 2016
As consumers’ preferences shifted toward more nutritious foods, PepsiCo purchased companies in this food segment. But this segment has a much more complex supply chain. PepsiCo had to take a new approach to supply chain resilience.
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Getting Away from Excel Spreadsheets: A Project Logistics Case Study
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 31, 2017
The process generally involves placing a purchase order with a supplier that says ‘Please deliver to us a cooling system to the attached specification’,” explained Ms. Hennecke will be presenting this case study there, so make sure you don’t miss it!
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7 Mini Case Studies: Successful Supply Chain Cost Reduction and Management
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. Of course, the above case studies are merely summaries of the changes these high-profile brands made to their supply chains. Sunsweet Growers.
6 Ways to Create a Stellar Post-Purchase Experience
Ship Monk
AUGUST 26, 2020
Just like how you poured time and effort into creating, marketing, and selling your products, the same should be done in the post-purchase stage. In fact, one of the biggest post-purchase mishaps is a simple lack of communication. Case studies eBooks and whitepapers Emails Graphics Podcasts Videos. Loop Customers In.
Case Study: Mitsubishi EDiA Electric Forklift On a Roll
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 4, 2020
Rob Smith, Head of Purchasing at ESP, explains: “We produce in excess of 200,000 cases of finished product a month. The post Case Study: Mitsubishi EDiA Electric Forklift On a Roll appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. Tough and reliable. So far the Mitsubishi forklifts are meeting all expectations.”.
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BlueGrace Logistics Promotes Bonnie Beckmann to Vice President of Commercial Operations and Audit
Blue Grace Logistics
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Bonnie Beckmann VP Promotion Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics BlueGrace Logistics Promotes Bonnie Beckmann to Vice President of Commercial Operations and Audit TAMPA, FL (Feb.
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.
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Case Study: Advanced Planning & Scheduling at Leuze Electronic
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 18, 2020
Leuze electronic no longer optimizes its purchasing and production decisions with ERP as in the past, but on the basis of the Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) tool DISKOVER from SCT. The post Case Study: Advanced Planning & Scheduling at Leuze Electronic appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.
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Case Study: How to Keep Your Warehouse Pristine
Logistics Business Magazine
DECEMBER 9, 2019
Given the financial outlay involved in purchasing the Nilfisk SW5500 I investigated a lease finance deal that would spread the cost across a 3-year period. The post Case Study: How to Keep Your Warehouse Pristine appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. Lease Finance Deal.
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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.”.
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: Real Time Mobile Interaction with Vessel Loading and Discharge
Logistics Business Magazine
FEBRUARY 20, 2020
Ports operator DP World is using Panasonic TOUGHBOOK rugged notebooks and tablets, purchased through Colva Ltd, to transform productivity and customer service at its busy Southampton terminal operation. . The post Case Study: Real Time Mobile Interaction with Vessel Loading and Discharge appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.
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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. The post Case Study: Oil and Gas Specialist First Hyundai Forklift appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. Jim said, “At that time we used to buy forklifts outright from various vendors.
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6 Supply Chain Advantages Only the Port of Baltimore Can Offer
ECW
JANUARY 8, 2025
Case Study: This study focusing on the strawberry supply chain in the U.S. Prioritize Temperature-Controlled Logistics Not every port is equipped to handle temperature-sensitive goods, but Baltimore delivers. Its extensive refrigerated warehousing options cater to industries like confectionery, beverages, and groceries.
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Talon Logistics Applies SONAR Insights to Thrive Through Disruption
FreightWaves SONAR
JUNE 30, 2021
View the Full Case Study. And we would usually take between three and 12 months to purchase new software or a more useful tool. View the Full Case Study. And in the wake of COVID-19, Brandon Briscoe, President of Talon Logistics, knew he needed to find a viable, effective way to tap market data quickly.
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. The post Case Study: Wood Wholesaler Likes Hyster Durability appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. For more than 30 years, wood wholesaler Holz Tusche has been using Hyster® forklift trucks.
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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.
Big M Transportation manages a 300+ fleet and helps get freight from A to B at a better price via SONAR
FreightWaves SONAR
MARCH 11, 2021
View the Full Case Study. And that was what kick-started the purchase of SONAR, its implementation and the generation of results during the greatest peak season in history. View the Full Case Study. Big M Transportation managers saw FreightWaves SONAR in its early stages about two years ago. Whitney Stokes.
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. They’re not only at the end of a phone but quick to respond in person to any issues. ” Tweet.
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Case Study: Roll Out the Barrel for Tailored Materials Handling
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 12, 2019
As a result of winning the tender, Briggs Equipment supplied 37 new pieces of Yale equipment on an outright purchase basis across 14 Marston’s depots in the UK, bringing the total number of Yale trucks within the fleet to over 200. In safe hands.
Case Study: It’s a Shoe-in at Skechers EDC
Logistics Business Magazine
AUGUST 30, 2018
.” Capacity is assured with a flexible model consisting of leased, rented and purchased vehicles. In the low season, the footwear company works with its customary fleet consisting of purchased forklifts and leased vehicles.
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Papyrus embraces new planning process with Pharos, a central supply chain control tower application
AIMMS
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
They wanted a planning system that could model all relevant constraints, and which could therefore create sets of Purchase Orders and/or internal stock transfer orders, without further manual intervention before being sent to the supplier. Download our case study to learn more. Rolling out Pharos.
Real-time Capacity Matching: Making Brokers More Efficient
Talking Logistics
JULY 19, 2018
At the Descartes Evolution User Conference this past March, I attended several sessions about the MacroPoint solution and they were all standing room only , including the one where William Wehrle and David Bazzetta from BASF shared their case study. Real-time Capacity Matching: The Second Wave of Demand and Value.
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How to Improve Manufacturing Floor Data Collection
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 8, 2016
A case study, published by Modern Machine Shop several years ago, caught our eye recently. Although it was published in 2002, the case study highlighted the data collection struggles of a particular manufacturing company that probably rings true for many SMEs and large corporations alike. The problem?
Case Study: How to Predict Which Bra Sells Where
Logistics Business Magazine
AUGUST 29, 2018
This would mean that regular, top-up purchases like men’s briefs or t-shirts would be fed primarily through its global reserve stock using centralised planners, while local planners would work on the development of more seasonal or promotionally-led products specific to Europe.
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Cost to Serve Analysis—And the Costs of Neglecting It
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. Some customers are very good at finding loopholes to reduce their purchasing costs.
What is Transportation Management Software?
Trinity Logistics
OCTOBER 31, 2021
Simply put, you can choose to purchase transportation management software directly through a vendor or work with a logistics provider, such as Trinity, that?offer?it Check out Albaugh's Case Study to see how a TMS helped their company. What Does Trinity Logistics Offer in Transportation Management Software??. A Trinity, we?understand?
S&OP in Agribusiness: How to Harvest the Benefits with Advanced Analytics
AIMMS
JULY 23, 2019
There is an extensive horizon between the date of a supply decision (for instance, purchasing livestock feed or specific fertilizers) and its final result (the sale of the processed and packaged product). Download our case study to find out how Tereos Sugar & Energy Brazil has improved its S&OP Process with optimization technology.
What is Inbound Logistics and How Can a 3PL Help?
Kanban Logistics
AUGUST 13, 2020
Naturally, the 3PL would build inventory financing costs into the overall cost of the service, and there would need to be a contractual agreement that guaranteed purchased materials would be used. By allowing your 3PL provider to purchase non-strategic materials on your behalf , you’ll reap the following rewards: Keep your cash longer.
FANUC unveils speakers for Open House event
Logistics Business Magazine
OCTOBER 28, 2022
and the future of manufacturing, the power of partnerships and the route to net zero in a series of panel discussions, keynote speeches and in-depth case studies across the three-day event aimed at showcasing the benefits of automation to UK manufacturers. Day 1 – The power of partnerships.
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Distribution Center Robots: How Robots Continue to Power the Distribution Center
GlobalTranz
APRIL 6, 2018
When Amazon purchased Kiva robots, distribution center robots became the new “shiny object turned real-world effective object” of e-commerce fulfillment. Automating a distribution center is much more complex than just purchasing the best robots. Why Do Companies Fear Distribution Center Robots and Their Implementation?
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Celebrating Leaders In Supply Chain Sustainability
Blue Grace Logistics
APRIL 18, 2023
90% of their raw materials are purchased from sustainably managed forests. They’ve committed to making 100% of plastic packaging recyclable or reusable, along with tripling the amount of post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic content, by 2025. Currently, 65% of packaging is designed to be recyclable or reusable – up from 62% in 2019.
Takeaways from Descartes Evolution 2019
Talking Logistics
APRIL 10, 2019
How can I summarize the many sessions and customer case studies I attended in a short blog post? One of Descartes’ most high-profile acquisitions was its purchase of MacroPoint for $107 million in August 2017. presented a great case study on the company’s journey and success with real-time freight visibility.
Ecommerce Customer Acquisition Tips & Tactics
Ship Monk
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Retention: driving repeat purchases. Let’s look closer at each of these steps and what you can do to turn browsers into repeat purchasers. In other words, enable your customers to purchase your products (not just see them) in the places they’re already hanging out, such as TikTok, Instagram, or Facebook. More on that later.)
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Papyrus embraces new planning process with Pharos, a central supply chain control tower application
AIMMS
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
They wanted a planning system that could model all relevant constraints, and which could therefore create sets of Purchase Orders and/or internal stock transfer orders, without further manual intervention before being sent to the supplier. Download our case study to learn more. Rolling out Pharos. But this is only the beginning.
Turvo’s Collaborative TMS Paved the Way for Port X Logistics to Triple Growth
Turvo
DECEMBER 10, 2021
This is due, in large part, to the Amazon effect which has increased delivery expectations for not only domestic online shopping purchases, but for industries as a whole. Download The Port X Case Study: Learn More About the Port X Partnership and the Power of Turvo Tripling in growth is not an easy feat even at the best of times.
Unwrapping the Supply Chain of Halloween 2022
Blue Grace Logistics
OCTOBER 20, 2022
Case Study. Americans purchase 600 lbs. Unwrapping the Supply Chain of Halloween 2022 Show Submenu Resources. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper. BlueGrace Logistics. Where are consumers spending the most this spooky season and will the Halloween supply chain be able to keep up this year? The Sweet Supply Chain of Halloween Candy.
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.
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What is the Biggest Blind Spot in Your Supply Chain?
Talking Logistics
JUNE 5, 2017
An interruption in delivery of parts from a partner in Europe can therefore also have implications in China,” said [Markus Duesmann, BMW board member in charge of purchasing and supplier network]. It is, therefore, understandable how a missing part—even if only a small one, as in this case—can have a major impact.”.
Your Top 11 Questions about Expedited Freight Services Answered ASAP
Blue Grace Logistics
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
Expedited Freight Questions Answered Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 10, 2023 Whether your organization uses expedited freight shipping every day or occasionally, it pays to understand how to use these services as effectively as possible.
Ethics in Procurement – Simple, but Not Always Easy
Logistics Bureau
NOVEMBER 14, 2018
As bribery is one of the more common forms of unethical or even fraudulent procurement practices, it is worth examining a case study to understand how it typically takes place, but more importantly, how the consequences of what to some may simply be seen as ‘greasing the wheels of business’ are increasing in seriousness.
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