Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Amplifying the shippers voice and giving some power back to the companies actually paying for logistics services that is the core reason why the Shippers Council was formed in in 2020. Shippers Council meeting at LogiSYM Asia Pacific 2024 in Singapore.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 9, 2021

The most famous shortage, of course, was the toilet paper shortage, which was really more about a shift in usage and panic buying than production. And now on to this week’s logistics news. In fact, even cardboard makers have been adjusting production to meet demand and avoid a shortage of packaging materials.

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Shipchain

APRIL 17, 2019

The most high-tech things it could do were make phone calls and send text messages, all hand-crafted in T9 of course. Fast forward fifteen years and now my cellphone also doubles as my HD camera, portable music device, library, fitness tracker, and of course, my means to call and text. billion in 2018, and it is projected to reach $55.2

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Before an Amazon delivery driver ever drops a package on someone’s doorstep in metro Denver, they have likely gone through a three-day course developed locally, one that could eventually serve as a model of delivery driver training across the country. The Last Mile Delivery Academy is at 6150 N. Downing St.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 20, 2021

And now on to this week’s logistics news. More and more convenience stores and grocery stores launched or expanded home delivery to meet the changing customer preferences and shopping behavior. Alcoholic deliveries will, of course, be limited to those 21 years old and above. Amazon shifts its autonomous delivery focus.

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Logistics in War

MAY 2, 2024

1] This Plan provisions $11-$15 billion dollars in ‘additional logistics centres and capacity’ amid other investments that contribute to Defence’s ability to respond to contingencies, crisis and conflict. [2] 2] This is the largest, single-hit, planned investment in Defence’s logistics capability and capacity since the Second World War.

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Logistics Management

OCTOBER 7, 2020

The wide-ranging survey is the fourth one Convey has released, going back to 2017, and its findings can be viewed, as it was conducted and released over the course of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, which Convey said has created a whole new set of challenges for retailers to win customers and also meet seasonal demands amid a global pandemic.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 12, 2024

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Vessels are expected to seek shelter/alter their course to avoid the impacted areas,” Maersk, the world’s No. For Target, it’s both about meeting consumer demand and living up to its own corporate pledges. An earlier system included waves peaking at 10 meters (32.8

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Rob O’Byrne makes an early start with his round-up of supply chain and logistics trends that might make industry headlines in the coming year. His observations include trends in first and last-mile logistics, and the increase in SMEs entering global markets. 2020 Supply Chain and Logistics Trends: What’s Around the Corner?

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Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Trinity Logistics, a leading logistics solutions provider, is proud to share its corporate partnership with Iowa State University and active participation in the Ivy Sales Forum at the Debbie and Jerry Ivy College of Business. We value our relationship with a great organization such as Trinity Logistics,” said Professor Raj Agnihotri.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Over the last 10 to 15 years, outsourcing of logistics activities to third party logistics companies or 3PLs has become increasingly popular. And research indicates that up to 75% of businesses report positive impacts from outsourcing logistics – but what of the balance? What is Outsourcing? This is a mistake.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 30, 2023

A new year is underway, and what better way to begin our 2023 blog activity than with a summary of the freshest news from the supply chain and logistics theatre? But, of course, with so many cases in such a vastly populated nation, the risk of a new variant emerging to start the whole cycle over again cannot be underestimated.

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Trinity Logistics

JULY 24, 2023

Partner with Trinity Logistics and easily expand the shipping services offered by your Freight Agency. Cold Chain/Ecommerce Through Trinity’s parent company, Burris Logistics , Freight Agents have access to full cold storage options for their customers as well as ecommerce solutions.

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Trinity Logistics

JULY 24, 2023

Partner with Trinity Logistics and easily expand the shipping services offered by your Freight Agency. Cold Chain/Ecommerce Through Trinity’s parent company, Burris Logistics , Freight Agents have access to full cold storage options for their customers as well as ecommerce solutions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The rise of e-commerce and consumer expectations for faster, more reliable deliveries has further heightened the importance of optimized transportation to meet these needs. As challenges increase, technology continues to evolve to meet demand.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 15, 2021

Of course, the coronavirus pandemic is shifting things as it is doubtful Girl Scouts will be going door-to-door or setting up outside of shopping centers this year. And now on to this week’s logistics news. The post This Week in Logistics News (January 9 – 15) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

A logistics company used AIMMS to address constraints due to COVID-19 and was able to deal with the situation in an agile way. Prescriptive analytics “describes a set of analytical capabilities that finds a course of action to meet a predefined objective, such as maximizing revenue or minimizing costs.” Download your copy here.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Rather than implementing bid events annually “because that is how we always did it in the past,” savvy shippers are scheduling bid events that meet their cyclical and business needs. This transparency allows shippers to focus on bids most likely to meet their requirements for service and price.

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Trinity Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Trinity Logistics, a leading logistics solutions provider, is proud to announce Bree Severn as the winner of the Ivy Sales Forum’s sales competition held in collaboration with Iowa State University. The 50 students enrolled in the courses benefited from Trinity’s guidance, gaining insights that will shape their careers in sales.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 29, 2023

In celebration of International Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting the ladies dominating the logistics industry across our international ecommerce fulfillment centers. When I began at Ruby Has, I was a 6 month contractor but just this month I celebrated 5 years in logistics. Maria Garcia – Senior HR Business Partne r 1.)

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MTS Logistics

MAY 27, 2022

Of course, we may still experience more factories in Asia not operating at 100 percent capacity, further trucking shortages, port issues, etc. One further major indicator we need to take into consideration was the final session of the 2022 FIATA HQ meeting in Geneva last week. Let’s not forget U.S.

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Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 6, 2018

Entity that signs contract and is obligated to meet its terms & conditions [T&C] (i.e., Of course the other side of the coin is that if the PM frequency declines from 600 hours to 300 hours, the Obligor would incur a major loss. ? Peace of mind” of “having their back” as to machine outcomes meeting their business needs.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 18, 2019

Are you fresh out of college or university and planning to enter the supply chain or logistics profession? Of course the same is true in many professions, but is particularly so in the arena of supply chain and logistics. Types of Job in Supply Chain and Logistics. Representative. If so, you are ideally placed to do so.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 5, 2021

Recognize that not all loads are as lucrative as meets the eye, letting data do the talking Benchmarking may be the first step, but the next focuses on identifying the less-lucrative loads. Of course, it is also critical to apply data across all activities to identify which loads are ripe for the taking. Download the White Paper.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 14, 2021

While this is putting added strain on shippers and carriers to fulfill customer orders and meet expectations, it is a boon to the TMS market as retail, CPG, and food & beverage companies in particular look to meet growing demand. The post TMS Growth: E-Commerce and Better Technology appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The subject of course was Logistics Outsourcing. Having been involved in 100+ Logistics Outsourcing projects, I was sharing this experience and stressing the important aspects of the 3PL evaluation and selection phase. These might include Logistics, Production, Sales, HR, IT, Finance, Quality and others.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Of course, gamification can only be used in processes requiring human input, since it drives performance by way of motivation. An example of this is Unilever, who give their employees rewards if they meet key performance indicators relating to sustainability and ethical sourcing.

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Morai Logistics

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Reverse logistics isn’t something most companies relish and as a result is often overlooked, but if handled with the right care, it’s what gives a modern supply chain the competitive edge. Of the many areas of a supply chain that get attention, reverse logistics is certainly an area amongst those that gets the least.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

This strategy allows logistics providers to remain agile, optimize fulfillment workflows and efficiently handle orders received from multiple selling channels in a single facility. The post Editor’s Choice: How an OMS Provides a Competitive Advantage appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. My pleasure.

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Material Handling and Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

Procurement helps companies adapt, meet new regulatory requirements and shift supply to optimize an evolving tariff landscape. This is a key reason why so many companies switch providers—they realize too late that the technology doesn’t meet their ongoing needs. It’s safe to say that the only certainty about the future is uncertainty.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The outsourcing of Logistics services continues to be a growing trend, and can encompass a very broad range of services. Outsourcing Logistics services continues to grow globally, and probably now stands at about 80%. Outsourcing Logistics services continues to grow globally, and probably now stands at about 80%.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 5, 2021

From the height of the pandemic to meeting the current increased demand, truck drivers have had to keep moving forward now more than ever. With that in mind, Trinity Logistics takes honoring our nation’s truck drivers very seriously and was proud to celebrate National Truck Driver Appreciation Week with a truck payment drawing. .”

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 19, 2024

Businesses, of course, seek to maximize profits. At Infor Nexus’s European Advisory Customer Council meeting in Chamonix, France, Mr. Trevor told the audience, “Fast fashion is crap…” Customers should buy clothes that are “well made and have longevity.” Fast fashion refuse is exported to the third world.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 17, 2022

3PL stands for third-party logistics, and at a glance a 3PL partner provides eCommerce brands with solutions to their fulfillment needs. We’ll cover all that and more in this guide, starting with an explanation of the difference between a 3PL and other types of logistics and fulfillment avenues available. So let’s talk PLs 1 – 5.

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Log-hub

DECEMBER 10, 2024

In the fast-paced and consumer-driven market, logistics is more than just delivering products. Its about efficiency, sustainability, and meeting customer expectations. One crucial yet often overlooked aspect of the supply chain is reverse logistics. What is Reverse Logistics? To recover value or ensure proper disposal.

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Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

So if you’re one of those people who can absorb information more readily by reading, and have an interest in what’s happening in the world of healthcare logistics, the following transcript should be a valuable source of enlightenment for you. Health Supply Chains Present Complex Challenges. So that’s one big tough one.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Shippers’ end-to-end supply chain predictions are based on applying AI to OpenWeb searches, import/export records, data from sourcing platforms like ThomasNet, federal logistics records, and other data. The names of the suppliers, carriers, logistics service providers become search terms.

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