The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2024

About Rishi Mehra With over 25 years of experience in the transportation and mapping industry, Rishi Mehra has a proven track-record of managing global clients, product strategy and innovation, and driving strategic initiatives that deliver sustained revenue and value.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 6, 2024

With a focus on the complexities of delivering shelf-ready consumer goods and meeting retailers’ demanding requirements, such as OTIF, the podcast covers strategies that companies like Jarrett Logistics employ to ensure on-time delivery and compliance, utilizing advanced technology while prioritizing customer service.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 22, 2025

Streamlined Regulations: Simplified bureaucratic processes could lead to faster interactions with federal agencies, reducing delays in permitting, compliance approvals, and inspections. Business leaders should proactively assess how these principles align with their organizational goals and develop strategies to integrate them effectively.”

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Dedola Global Logistics

MAY 22, 2024

Implementing the Import Control System 2 (ICS2): Starting March 1, 2024, the EU will implement the third release of its customs pre-arrival security and safety program, ICS2. This system will require all goods transported to or through the EU to have a complete Entry Summary Declaration (ENS) with additional safety and security data.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 14, 2023

The global trade compliance market is one crazy market. The market grew by double digits year over year, yet there is no standard user and consequently there is no common understanding of what the end-to-end global trade compliance process should be. At SAP their solution is developed by their governance risk and compliance team.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Trade policies are constantly evolving, forcing companies to assess how these changes impact customer demand, supply networks, fulfillment strategies, and cost to serve. As a result, the company had to lay off workers and reevaluate its entire strategy – even as tariffs are paused – due to a lack of supply chain flexibility.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Safety improvements are achieved by monitoring driver behaviors like speed and braking, providing data that enables targeted training to reduce incidents and improve regulatory compliance. Globally, fleets will increasingly rely on AI-driven scenario planning to anticipate disruptions and develop response strategies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Meanwhile, Europe accelerates its hydrogen transition, digital product passports gain traction for compliance, and a high-stakes egg heist underscores the fragility of food supply chains. These passports provide a digital way to document a products entire lifecycle, ensuring compliance and transparency.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 14, 2024

As warehouses evolve from manual to automated systems, the security of these solutions cannot be an afterthought. In the warehouse setting, where automated systems and robots are integral, securing these technologies from the onset is critical. It must be a foundational aspect of any automation implementation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Meanwhile, Europe accelerates its hydrogen transition, digital product passports gain traction for compliance, and a high-stakes egg heist underscores the fragility of food supply chains. These passports provide a digital way to document a products entire lifecycle, ensuring compliance and transparency.

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Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

So that you can be fully prepared, here are some of the most common methods used by criminals in cargo theft and fraud, along with proven strategies to prevent these issues from happening in the first place. While securing trustworthy carriers is a solid initial step, several proven methods can help prevent fraud.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 11, 2025

Ensures High Security and Reliability A cloud-based approach allows an organization to focus on core business activities by reducing the need for in-house IT management. This enables companies to react faster to disruptions and exceptions and know that you are making the most informed decision possible.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The logistics of physical items usually involves integration of information flow, materials handling, production, packaging, inventory, transportation, warehousing and often, security. Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Another strategy we’re seeing become increasingly common in the logistics industry is 3PL, or third party logistics.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 13, 2025

Customs regulations , duty payments , and logistical nightmares can quickly derail even the most promising global strategies. Our customs broker handles all the customs paperwork, including filing the necessary documentation and securing your customs bond. What are Bonded Fulfillment Centers, and Why Do They Matter?

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 2, 2024

During this period, enforcement officials conduct thorough inspections of commercial vehicles across North America to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Additionally, there will be heightened scrutiny on drivers’ compliance with regulations related to alcohol and controlled substance possession. Query in the U.S.

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Turvo

MAY 19, 2020

The right freight brokerage strategy is continuously changing to reflect the latest advancements in technologies, service, and brand value. Freight brokers in need of a better strategy that stays proactive in managing shippers and carriers need to follow these steps.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Cloud platforms that comply with ISO 27001 standards for data security play a critical role in managing and securing the vast amounts of data being transmitted between vehicles and warehouses. Leveraging government incentives and grants aimed at promoting Industry 4.0 What’s the The Future Look Like?

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

This near real-time monitoring ensures compliance with regulations, enhances product safety, and helps build trust with consumers. This allows businesses to automate compliance and provide operational transparency, reducing the need for manual interventions and documentation.

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Linxup

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

This enables you to transform both historical and real-time data into proactive strategies. These strategies not only ensure the safety of your drivers but also keep your equipment operating at its best, paving the way for your business to thrive for years to come. What is 360 Visibility?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 28, 2023

Outdated ERP systems expose organizations to security risks, limit functionality, impede integration, and hinder compliance efforts. Benefit 2: Enhanced organizational controls and compliance Advanced ERP systems provide features like dimension analysis, offering a multi-dimensional view of financial data.

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GoShip Blog

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Specifically, more retailers are now developing and deploying vendor compliance programs for their suppliers to manage the business on pre-determined conditions. While this makes retail companies more secure, it poses an additional challenge for shippers and vendors to meet the terms of the partnership. What is vendor compliance?

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2017

Most shippers have existing vendor compliance programs in place within their vendor inbound logistics guide. Meanwhile, the importance of vendor compliance has grown more than ever as supply chains expand, explains Lisa Terry of Inbound Logistics, and companies look to trim the fat and optimize workflows to gain a competitive advantage.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

This also enabled collaboration within teams which in turn improved operations, productivity, compliance, and product quality. In this blog we will unpack the pros and cons of low code and why it can be a smart investment for your business in securing a digital future: The pros of low code.

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CLX Logistics

MAY 14, 2024

Moreover, SCV is not just about tracking—it’s about gaining actionable insights to help businesses anticipate needs and adjust strategies accordingly. This level of detail is critical for ensuring quality, compliance with regulations, and maintaining consumer trust.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

The announcement early this year of the security gap discovered in just about every computer made in the last 23 years had chipmakers and users alike scrambling for a patch. So far, there do not appear to have been any attempts by hackers to exploit the flaw, says Tim Crosby, senior security consultant with Spohn Security Solutions.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Potential opportunities can include: Compliance challenges Security issues Employee utilization Customer service issues Manual tasks Work delays 3. Evaluate A successful supply chain automation process includes an evaluation strategy that is developed in tandem with an implementation strategy.

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Log-hub

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Managing a fleet in-house can be expensive, requiring investment in vehicle maintenance, driver training, and regulatory compliance. Fleet management companies are also well-versed in regulatory compliance and have systems in place to handle licensing, safety, and accident management.

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CLX Logistics

AUGUST 23, 2023

Utilizing a logistics provider’s network beyond just what the local traffic manager offers opens a more extensive web of expertise and capabilities that alleviates shipper inefficiencies, sustainability concerns, and compliance adherence. This allows shippers to tailor logistics strategies to the specific needs of the chemical industry.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 17, 2023

Demands of quickly securing alternative sources of supply due to market changes, supply shortages and disruptions. Challenges in managing and meeting sustainability and compliance goals/requirements. Integration with contract lifecycle management systems to manage regulatory compliance and risk.

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Shipchain

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Blockchain Increases Compliance With Regulations Regardless of Geographic Region or Location. Since pharmaceuticals are heavily regulated, the use of blockchain in pharma supply chain systems could increase compliance with regulations. In fact, the Drug Supply Chain Security Act mandated all U.S.

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CLX Logistics

JUNE 14, 2024

Moreover, SCV is not just about tracking—it’s about gaining actionable insights to help businesses anticipate needs and adjust strategies accordingly. This level of detail is critical for ensuring quality, compliance with regulations, and maintaining consumer trust. What are the Benefits of Supply Chain Visibility?

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 25, 2018

Businesses today are getting caught out for any number of violations relating to regulation, safety, security and immoral behavior. The old-fashioned way of ensuring compliance — with armies of individuals spread across functions and locations, who might never speak with one another — is clearly broken. come to the rescue? Perhaps A.I.

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CLX Logistics

APRIL 22, 2024

Within the chemical industry, challenges such as regulatory compliance, market volatility, and stringent safety measures require innovative solutions. 1] Chemical supply chain planning specifically refers to applying supply chain planning principles and strategies within the context of the chemical industry.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Non-compliance or high customs fees may negate efforts invested in customer satisfaction and cost reduction, potentially harming the company’s interests. Failure to secure necessary permits may lead to unwanted legal processes, draining the company’s resources and diminishing customer satisfaction and trust.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 7, 2023

Tailor a mini-bid strategy that plays to your strengths and protects your weaknesses. And while contract rates are more stable, prevailing market conditions will affect routing guide compliance and the available capacity of contracted carriers. The post How to think about your freight RFP strategy appeared first on SONAR.

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Women in Trucking

JUNE 23, 2020

Redefining The Road recently caught up with Jill Maschmeier, Director of Safety and Compliance at NCI and member of the Women in Trucking Image Team, to discuss the company’s best practices. NCI also communicates regularly with employees via social media and email regarding safety messages, training and security.

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CLX Logistics

JUNE 14, 2024

Promoted as a strategy to enhance operational efficiency and reduce expenses, PSR runs trains on fixed schedules rather than adapting to demand. PSR is a railroad management strategy that aims to enhance operational efficiency by adhering to fixed train schedules. What is Precision Scheduled Railroading?

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