Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 25, 2021

A TMS offers optimization capabilities across multiple modes to improve service levels and reduce freight spend. Below are some transportation strategies for success for suppliers of TMS, TES, and MTS. Coronavirus has changed the outlook for direct-to-consumer commerce, and a TMS is now a critical component of this strategy.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Case Study | Personal Care Manufacturer How Supply Chain Efficiency Transformed Operations for a Leading Brand A personal care products manufacturer was facing a perfect storm of inefficienciesmanual order processes, lack of visibility into shipments, and a struggle to meet strict compliance standards.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 6, 2023

She joined Gorilla after helping a leading water tech manufacturer earn leads by repositioning the B2B customer at the front of their strategy. Truth : Today’s customers prefer digital first media and digital media is more cost effective – and digital assets can be tracked and measured.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 22, 2018

However, the impact of logistics on strategy is just as significant and ultimately more profound. Logistic systems and supply chains, and the concepts that drive their formation, are as influential on strategy at least as much, if not more, than strategy should be in determining them. By David Beaumont. ” [1] .

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Case Study | Project Based, Flatbed-Heavy Operation Solving Logistics Challenges: How A Supplier Reduced Freight Costs & Boosted Efficiency A leading supplier of industrial pallet racking systems faced rising freight costs and inefficiencies in managing oversized loads and complex budgets within their project-based, flatbed-heavy operation.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2024

Case Study - Inbound Logistics Optimization How a Sports Retailer Transformed Their Inbound Logistics with BlueGrace Uncover the success story of a leading sports retailer who transformed their inbound logistics with BlueGrace’s innovative solutions. Significant Savings : Explore how smart load planning led to major cost reductions.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

You can cut costs without cutting corners. According to industry research, businesses that optimize their shipping strategy can reduce costs by up to 30%. Ship Smarter by Consolidating Your Shipments One of the easiest ways to reduce costs is to consolidate shipments whenever possible.

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Log-hub

JANUARY 8, 2025

Thats why its more important than ever to focus on strategies that work and make them part of your plan moving forward. Lets explore the key strategies that can keep your business ahead of the competition in 2025. Make Sustainability a Core Strategy Consumers care more than ever about where their products come from and how theyre made.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 16, 2025

Just as your body needs multiple defense mechanisms to fight off illness, your supply chain needs various strategies to handle disruptions, whether they’re local supplier issues or global crises. Let’s look at five proven strategies that can help you create a more resilient supply chain.

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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.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Given the many aspects of retail operations outside a business’ control—from supply chain disruptions and labor shortages to inflation and interest rates impacting both operational costs and customer behavior—the fulfillment challenge this peak holiday season is acute.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2022

with one of the highest costs of living. In fact, a study by LinkedIn found that 70% of employees would not work at a leading company if it meant they had to tolerate a bad workplace culture. Many of the best automation solutions do not eliminate headcount. These are clear cut benefits.

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CH Robinson Logistics

JULY 13, 2022

The short answer is “yes,” as long as you have a segmented freight portfolio strategy for both the contract market and the spot market. Every business has a responsibility to develop strategies that take advantage of the best market price and service. As you build your strategy, confirm the spot market capacity for specific areas.

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3PL Links

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Key Shipping Trends for 2025 Let’s explore the key shipping trends for 2025 and discover practical strategies for logistics providers to implement, ensuring they remain competitive and responsive to these upcoming changes. Studies predict that fuel costs may rise by 10-15% by 2025, making efficient routing a priority for logistics providers.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 21, 2023

Prior to Flock, he played key leadership roles (including Chief Strategy Officer from 2010-2020) at Coyote Logistics – a UPS Company, a leading provider of non-asset based 3PL solutions across North America and Europe. in Industrial & Systems Engineering from Virginia Tech, an M.Eng.

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WorkWave

MARCH 5, 2025

By seamlessly integrating data from multiple sources across branches and business functions, organizations can eliminate data silos , ensure consistent and reliable information, and gain real-time visibility into operations. Missed opportunities: Businesses cant identify patterns or optimize strategies without cross-branch insights.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

Transportation options: Costs and lead times for each available transportation mode. Transportation costs: Freight rates, fuel and labour costs, and other transportation expenses. Competitor intelligence: Distribution strategies and network designs of your competitors. Inventory turnover: Inventory turns for each SKU.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 2, 2020

Tom grew up in Long Island and studied finance at Gettysburg College. Finding himself unfulfilled by the world of finance, Tom went on to study American English Language at Harvard before entering the PR industry. Tom offers full team training on the many different aspects of the process, one on one mentoring, or strategy calls.

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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!

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 16, 2024

With the ability to deliver targeted treatments, businesses can improve effectiveness while minimizing costs, which is essential in today’s competitive environment. We will discuss case studies, future trends, and guidelines for businesses considering whether to invest in this cutting-edge technology.

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Locus

JUNE 30, 2023

Those working in shipping and last-mile delivery are all too familiar with the ubiquitous dilemma: cost optimization. Yet, the difficulty lies not in curtailing costs but in understanding and mitigating the long-term repercussions of such actions. This dramatically reduces the margin of manual error, improving overall efficiency.

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WorkWave

MARCH 13, 2025

Efficient last-mile delivery can differentiate a business from its competitors, while inefficient practices can lead to increased costs and frustrated customers. In fact, studies show that last-mile logistics can account for up to 30% of overall transportation costs.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Have you conducted a cost-to-serve (CTS) analysis for your enterprise? And that is the sole purpose of cost-to-serve analysis. If you were going to say, “What is a cost-to-serve analysis?” When costs begin to spiral out of control, the result is usually a loss of revenue in proportion to sales.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

According to a study conducted by Harvard Business Review, 73% of retail shoppers use multiple channels to shop. Another study by Retail Dive found that the average engagement rate of marketing campaigns using three or more channels was 18.96% (that’s the average across all channels!) What is a Multichannel Sales Strategy?

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 13, 2022

Insulating against disturbances to the supply chain through critical weather strategies has proved effective in cutting down delays and costly overages. With such disruptions come reductions in workforce, tightened capacity, fewer logistics options, increased risks and increased costs. More Hurricanes.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 27, 2024

Companies across various industries are constantly seeking ways to streamline their operations, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. One strategy gaining increasing popularity is partnering with third-party logistics providers, commonly known as 3PL partners. Cost control goes beyond simply finding the lowest rate.

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Material Handling and Logistics

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Barriers to implementing a sustainable strategy include the difficulty in proving the business case. The research looked at supply chain sustainability drivers and unsurprisingly found that cost saving is the number one goal amongst managers when creating a sustainable supply chain with 41% citing it. In the U.S., compared to the UK.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 12, 2024

Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - June 12, 2024 LinkedIn Live Webinar On-Demand: Protein Shipping Unveiled: Keys to Efficiency and Reliability WHAT IS THE TOPIC? As summer grilling heats up, protein shipping takes center stage in logistics.

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WorkWave

MARCH 4, 2025

This strategy empowers organizations to make informed decisions that improve marketing efforts, maximize profitability and enhance operational efficiencies. Budget Optimization Budget optimization is a critical component of any successful marketing strategy, and decile data can significantly aid in this area. Heres another example.

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Locus

JUNE 16, 2023

Customer satisfaction and keeping costs in check rests on optimal last-mile delivery operations. Naturally, the costs of meeting such expectations, especially on the delivery front are also increasing. The biggest challenge that logistics providers face is rising last-mile carrier delivery costs. These include: 1.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Remember that one of the most important factors to consider when evaluating Distribution Channels would be the cost to serve. It can lead to some excellent alternative Distribution Strategies. But if you think outside the box, your company could save 18% annually. Best Regards, Rob O’Byrne. Email: robyrne@logisticsbureau.com.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 12, 2025

Additionally, capacity availability has improved, allowing businesses to secure reliable freight options without the extreme cost fluctuations seen in previous quarters. Given ongoing concerns about freight costs, supplier reliability, and consumer demand volatility, companies are hesitant to make major shifts in inventory strategy.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

In an era where resilience and adaptability are key to survival, technology has become the bedrock upon which supply chain professionals build their strategies. This enables 3PLs to optimize inventory levels, reducing the risk of overstocking or understocking, even in uncertain economic times.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 31, 2021

Perhaps you haven’t had much opportunity, amid the turmoil, to consider the cost to serve your online customers. The tips in this article will help you know how to identify the customers, products, and processes that might be inflating your cost to serve (CTS) unnecessarily. High Cost to Serve: It’s an Omnichannel Problem.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 9, 2024

Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - May 9, 2024 Supply Chain Now Webinar On-Demand: From Insight to Impact: Optimizing Your Logistics Operations Missed our live event? No worries!

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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). He expects more shipper cost-control measures.

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