Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

For most companies, margins only declined further in 2021, as product shortages and transportation roadblocks forced all supply chain participants to make critical decisions on the fly, acting without complete information or hard data. Transportation: Moving to a Digital Environment. The next step?

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2022

Even air transportation from the east is taking longer time as several carriers are avoiding Russian airspace and the conflict-torn region. Switching to alternate sources of supply or modes of transportation should be considered as appropriate, and such alternates should be activated on a short notice. This further adds to lead times.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2015

One of the often missing links, however, in supply chain visibility, is transportation management. We call this the transportation supply chain. What is the Transportation Supply Chain? This requires a new broad look at the business of transportation supply chain, including supply chain management, logistics, & procurement.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 16, 2023

In the realm of logistics, there are occasional events that leave an indelible mark on the industry, causing disruptions and chaos on a global scale. The ship, one of the largest in the world, was en route from China to the Netherlands when it veered off course amid high winds and a dust storm, becoming grounded sideways in the canal.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 7, 2024

The trade association’s training team will also be on hand to demonstrate its ever-increasing portfolio of training services, and there will be an exclusive Multimodal2024 discount for anybody who books a training course at the stand.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 13, 2015

Here at Cerasis, there are numerous technologies that we offer that are designed to help simplify the way your transportation management practices. Using a Transportation Management System to Streamline Transportation Management Practices. Every aspect of your shipping will be displayed for you to develop new strategies from.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Uberization: Exploring On-Demand Transportation, Labor and Warehousing. then secure on-demand transportation, warehousing and labor assets dynamically, re-planning flexibly as conditions change.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 24, 2023

With recent events at Silicon Valley Bank and Credit Suisse rocking international finance systems , the experts at global supply chain risk management solution Resilinc are urging UK businesses to collaborate with suppliers to reduce uncertainty.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 6, 2022

As the environmental impact of supply chain activities is more widely understood, now is the time for supply chain professionals to prioritise sustainability in their logistics plans in order to be both successful and make a positive global impact, says IMHX 2022 Event Director, Rob Fisher.

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GoShip Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

The produce shipping season is slowly coming to an end, marking the beginning of the busiest time in freight transportation – peak season. Recent events in the global economy have shown companies that they need to be more flexible and resilient. The peak period usually starts at the end of August and lasts throughout October.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Trinity has an in-house Education Team that provides you with many opportunities to continue your education and training on business strategy, industries, modes, sales, and other skill sets you may need. In addition, there are many virtual courses offered outside of our monthly classes through our learning management platform.

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CH Robinson Logistics

APRIL 19, 2021

Anyone who has been paying attention to the transportation of goods has noticed delays in their own shipments, headlines in mainstream media paying attention to supply chains, and a general heighted awareness of how goods get from point A to point B. Historically, seasonal events bring demand. As of February 2021, the U.S.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 13, 2018

Questions to ask include, what modes of transportation and what services you will need? Is there a system in place to alert management when drivers divert course? Some 3PLs specialize in specific modes of transportation, commodities, dealing with regulations and origin/destinations. What volumes do you plan to ship and where?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 12, 2024

Meanwhile, Walmart has aggressively expanded its marketplace of third-party sellers, following a strategy that has enabled Amazon to offer a mind-boggling range of products on its website. Vessels are expected to seek shelter/alter their course to avoid the impacted areas,” Maersk, the world’s No.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 30, 2020

The companies most likely to emerge strongly from the Coronavirus crisis are those that had diversified their operations and implemented multi-sourcing strategies. Not only does this spread the risk, but transportation costs are lower. Localising your supply chain can significantly reduce transport costs. 4) Create Redundancy.

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Women in Trucking

APRIL 23, 2019

The entire event is focused on empowering, educating (60+ educational tracks) and providing networking opportunities for women (and men!) Build your brand and name recognition through powerful online, emarketing, and in print strategies while having an in-person presence at the conference. Girl Scout Event. Monthly Webinars.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 18, 2021

These embargoes are also widely misunderstood since they effectively impact the middle mile of transportation, resulting in shippers failing to plan for them. While LTL embargoes are and will always be a major part of any transportation network, there are a few things shippers can do to reduce their impact.

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Forto

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Major calendar events are – quite literally – casting their shadows ahead for the supply chain: Golden Week in China, Black Friday and Cyber Monday on November 26 and 29, and of course Christmas holidays and also Chinese New Year are already just a few logistics steps away. But what exactly do these seasonal events entail?

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GoShip Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

The produce shipping season is slowly coming to an end, marking the beginning of the busiest time in freight transportation – peak season. Recent events in the global economy have shown companies that they need to be more flexible and resilient. The peak period usually starts at the end of August and lasts throughout October.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

You obviously don’t have to email back, of course … but please do consider these six issues as you work through growing your business… All of the issues I raise are ones in which our firm is very proficient. 3 Tax Issues (of 6) often Overlooked by Transportation Companies and Most Businesses. #1:

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Steve: Klaus, when we talked, you mentioned Autoliv was already doing digital supplier management, had digital sourcing solutions, and was looking at real-time transportation visibility solutions to provide better predicted times of arrival for inbound and outbound shipments. Steve: Jan, you have not said much. Any final thoughts?

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 14, 2017

Transportation management systems ( TMSs ) are not a new concept, but where they are hosted now, in the cloud, is still new to the shipping industry. Of course, the reasons for keeping the TMS in the cloud go beyond being easier for their providers. Cloud-Based TMS Enables Management of Software From a Central Location.

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Morai Logistics

AUGUST 7, 2019

Of course, what makes extreme weather so troublesome for supply chains is that it’s unpredictable and can come in many forms. At times the weather event that hits a supply chain will be too great to overcome. In turn, when the products are being transported they might need to be temperature controlled. Have a Back-up Plan.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 5, 2018

For example, a black swan event may include both the physical damage and ongoing disruption caused by a hurricane and subsequent bottlenecks, so shippers that know how to isolate the causes of poor visibility and areas that are likely to contribute to worsening of black swan events can effectively reduce their chances of coming to fruition.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 10, 2018

While the development of a wholly demand driven supply chain (DDSC) might not be for every enterprise, there is no doubt that many can benefit from such as strategy. “In a world that’s changing really quickly, the only strategy that is guaranteed to fail is not taking risks.” ” – Mark Zuckerberg.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 4, 2022

The industry has adapted and evolved strategies to combat increasing costs, chaotic weather conditions and the ever-growing consumer demand. The value of being on time and on retail shelves in partnership with quality transportation providers has become the golden rule for shippers to operate effectively. The main difference?

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

You are not alone, especially as in the time since we first penned this article, one huge and unforeseen event has raised awareness of the global importance of this vital sector—and shown it to be an attractive career choice. That event was the global COVID-19 pandemic, which erupted during the first half of 2020. Networking.

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Locus

MARCH 27, 2024

Mix it up with omnichannel Omnichannel retailing , the strategy that integrates all shopping channels like online or in-store isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a cost-saving revolution for retail businesses. This proximity reduces the need for long-haul deliveries, further cutting down transportation costs.

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Forto

MARCH 17, 2020

In the world of logistics, small and medium-sized logistics companies in particular have already been feeling the effects of the crisis for several weeks: the high production and transport downtime and level of illness in China has led to delays in the worldwide supply chain. Building trust with continuous solutions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

The American and Canadian militaries believe that the balloon was for surveillance, while the Chinese government said it was a civilian meteorological research airship that had blown off course. The booming shopper interest in sustainability is having a major influence on supermarket operating strategies. Retailers in the U.S.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 19, 2015

Even the freight transportation industry can't avoid this problem. Getting your BMC-84 bond and developing a rock-solid marketing strategy are just some of the steps you'll learn about. So if you're making a career switch and need to learn the ins and outs of freight brokering quickly, definitely consider taking a course.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 25, 2016

Unlike traditional, in-classroom education settings, vocational programs blend on-the-job learning opportunities with course credits and education. However, recent events suggest this trend is coming to a sudden stop. Vocational Training Blends On-the-Job Training With Education.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

As a pure-play online retailer, Oh Polly’s packaging is a crucial part of its eCommerce strategy. This was a vast improvement on the previous six, and Smurfit Kappa’s flexibility allows room to react to unexpected events and pressures. Brands won’t be waiting for their orders due to unforeseen world events. An aesthetic issue.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

Here’s an easy way to think about the regular and potential future disruptions that could impact your ocean shipping strategy, and what you can do to prepare for what comes next. At these times of the year, you should see less risk to your standard ocean shipping strategy. History can inform how we approach the next significant event.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

More than a year into a freight capacity crisis that shows little sign of weakening, it’s time for all parties involved in logistics and freight transportation to meet this issue head on. Of course, all of this is easier said than done, but new challenges tend to require new strategies and new innovation.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 9, 2015

Since the collapse of the housing market and the economy in 2008, the freight transportation industry has managed to claw its way out of a damaging situation and maintain historically low trucking rates. Furthermore, you can prepare for the change by understanding what 3PLs can do to help attempt to maintain lower prices of transportation.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 8, 2016

Editor's Note : At Cerasis, if you have followed our blog, you know we like to give information around best practices in regards to transportation, logistics, and supply chain management. This blog post is from Nick Rojas on how to increase your brand identity in offline events, such as trade shows. Training is key for this strategy.

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