Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

The definition of agility and resilience will continue to evolve. This means supply chain and logistics professionals need to distinguish between more frequently purchased products and the slower-moving products customers are willing to wait for. There are Also Commercial Reasons. The Road to Agility and Resilience.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 30, 2025

Without common definitions, ESG assessments can be inconsistent or incomplete. Data collection and verification remain areas of concern. Legacy procurement systems pose challenges, as they were not designed to capture and manage ESG-related data. Visibility typically decreases beyond immediate (Tier 1) suppliers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2021

In a prior post , I wrote about the various ways data is transforming global supply chains. Data is the raw fuel of digital transformation and the linchpin to accelerating industry collaboration, automation, predictive insights and so many more cutting-edge capabilities (including those yet to be invented). So, what is quality data?

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Talking Logistics

JULY 20, 2017

Robinson in a recent episode of Talking Logistics. “So, So, the digital transformation of supply chains started many years ago, but recent advancements in technology and the availability of more affordable solutions have led to a lot more process automation and management by exception.”. What is the value proposition of AI?

Data 96

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TransAudit

MAY 27, 2025

Despite advancements in logistics technologies, many firms continue to overpay on freight, impacting their bottom line. Contractual Ambiguities : Contracts lacking clear definitions or caps on accessorial fees can result in unexpected costs. These factors often limit routing flexibility and increase costs.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

If you’ve ever purchased a transportation management system (TMS) for your organization – or any enterprise software – you know that the term “software as a service” (SaaS) gets thrown around a lot. This is a true multi-tenant SaaS offering. Data Models Influence Flexibility.

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Trinity Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

Now, there’s a lot of definitions out there, but here’s how I define it. Generative AI is first trained on a foundational model and then fine-tuned with human feedback and additional data. Now, none of these are really new technologies. But you must make sure you’re on the right (private) version of the tool.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Marketing myopia may have been defined more than 50 years ago, but it still ails many a logistics organisation. As a general definition, a 3PL helps a company to get its offering, conceived in place A, into the hands of its customers in place B. In addition, companies may also have to contend with a new form of marketing myopia.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Today begins our series about electronic data interchange or EDI in transportation. In this series, we will first talk about how EDI in transportation works and what it is, covering the history of EDI in transportation, the definition, how it works technically, and then some common EDI codes used within the transportation industry.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 7, 2018

There are many buzzwords in the supply chain and logistics industry today, and perhaps there’s none bigger than “Big Data.” Everybody talks about it, but what does Big Data really mean? When it comes to leveraging Big Data effectively in your organization, where do you begin? What is Big Data?

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - September 7, 2023 LinkedIn Live Webinar On-Demand: The Power of Data Communication: Achieving Better Supply Chain Visibility What’s the Topic? We can help.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 8, 2021

As explained by Supply & Demand Chain Executive , “Digitization, software and giving shippers and carriers efficient tech tools are critical, as technology continues to modernize this industry. COVID-19 has also accelerated technological adoption by an order of magnitude. The challenge with lagging data in logistics.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 25, 2022

Körber has signed a definitive agreement to purchase enVista ’s Enspire Commerce platform and its Freight Audit and Payment (FAP) service. rber becomes a single, global provider of omnichannel commerce, fulfilment and transportation software. The full functionality of enVista’s Enspire Commerce platform goes beyond OMS.

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TransAudit

MAY 27, 2025

Despite advancements in logistics technologies, many firms continue to overpay on freight, impacting their bottom line. Contractual Ambiguities : Contracts lacking clear definitions or caps on accessorial fees can result in unexpected costs. These factors often limit routing flexibility and increase costs.

Expense Reduction 52

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Logistics in War

MAY 23, 2020

In his seminal work, Logistics in the National Defense , Henry Eccles writes: “Logistics is the bridge between our national economy and the actual operations of our combat forces in the field.” That end of our logistic bridge needs to start transforming. Technological stagnation will cost. By Peter Layton.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 9, 2023

End-to-end supply chain visibility, planning, and execution support software are critical in agile supply chain performance. CPG companies that utilize an autonomous supply chain technology see a reduction in their inventory and cost and an increase in revenue. each with discrete plans generated typically in sequential batch runs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 13, 2024

The three steps in realizing the vision are 1) flexible, reconfigurable plant; 2) global manufacturing networks of flexible, configurable plants; 3) the integration of the previous step with digital, certified, encrypted product definitions. The result enables to make any product, any time in any location, with genuine product certificates.

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Now, That's Logistics

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

For example, retailers are investing in digital platforms to reach consumers dispersed over a vast land mass while responding to competition from global e-tailers. Most Canadian retail firms have adopted wireless technologies and internet-based systems to improve business-to-business and business-to-consumer relations.”.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 4, 2015

However, technology has risen to dramatically alter the execution of supply chain functions. Technology poses the greatest opportunity for small- and medium-sized businesses to take advantage of innovative tools to ensure end-to-end tracking, visibility , and processing of products. Consumers Demand More Now. Smartphones.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2023

And while this definitely points to an industry making strides, a recent Procurious survey found that 75 percent of women in supply chain experience gender-based adversity. And now on to this week’s logistics news. Amazon’s fast-shipping service can add fees for small orders. The company’s Supply Chain 3.0

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Parade

MARCH 22, 2022

It’s not technically a feature, since it’s more of an alternative configuration of the program, but it definitely deserves the spotlight since it gives the power of capacity management to freight agents, something that’s , unique amongst capacity management vendors. Here’s How It Works Parade for agents isn’t a separate product or platform.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 30, 2021

Watching the commercial definitely made me feel nostalgic for the good old days of 80’s cartoon mascots. And now on to this week’s logistics news. Amazon expands service to drop off groceries in customers’ garage Grocery delivery is driving Walmart+ membership growth. Panasonic to acquire Blue Yonder.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

The definition of the IoT sums it up; it is “a network of dedicated physical objects that contain embedded technology to sense or interact with their internal state or external environment.”. This may include software systems, advanced machinery and use of cloud-computing software. Where Do We Stand Today?

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GoShip Blog

APRIL 21, 2020

New technology keeps reshaping the transportation and logistics industry, and the trucking industry is not an exception. There are constantly new developments in trucking, and the majority of these innovations are steadily replacing existing technology and methods. What are the key technology trends in road freight?

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 23, 2019

We’re based in Chicago, and our primary focus is on building technology to automate cross-border transportation. I grew up in a logistics family and have been around it my entire life. It all comes down to service and pricing at the end of the day. Service is anything from “where’s my load? What’s going on with it?”

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Artificial intelligence is in its infancy but that doesn’t negate its current and, most definitely, future importance in all areas, especially logistics. In a growing global economy, logic would dictate that we need more advanced technologies (i.e. This is true in logistics more than many industries.

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Food Logistics , the only publication exclusively dedicated to covering the movement of product through the global food supply chain, has named WorkWave® to its 2020 FL100+ Top Software and Technology Providers list. The post WorkWave Route Manager Named to Food Logistics’ 2020 FL100+ List appeared first on WorkWave.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Transporeon , a leading Transportation Management Platform and a Trimble Company, has announced new platform innovations that enhance its spot quotation, contract rate benchmarking and freight audit capabilities. Digital technologies can significantly reduce cumbersome, manual processes.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 19, 2018

On the surface, blockchain is a relatively new technology, and its use in various applications, like the CargoX Smart Bill of Lading , is even more innovative. Fewer users of the software diminish its ability to reduce fraud, increase trust, speed international shipments, and save money, says APPSeCONNECT. Download Here.

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Turvo

JULY 30, 2021

When considering onboarding a new TMS platform, managers need to carefully consider the primary functions of transportation management systems in logistics that they will want and need to implement. The Top Functions of a Transportation Management System in Logistics Include Route Optimization.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 21, 2024

Supply chain visibility is the nirvana for most supply chain and logistics managers. Yet another is the need to do something with the increasing amount of data being collected as a consequence of digitalisation. Successfully combining this data is a challenge. from containers). from containers).

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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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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Leading London-based robotics and data intelligence company Dexory today announced the launch of their new, enhanced solution DexoryView – a revolutionary new platform that will change the way that warehouses are managed through the power of real-time data.

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10xLogistics

MAY 14, 2024

I am continuing my series on simple definitions and thoughts in Supply Chain Management. Proper demand planning not only helps companies anticipate market needs but also enhances overall supply chain effectiveness by minimizing costs and maximizing service levels. This is an overtalked about but underused part of demand planning.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt from “ Construction Is Lagging In Digitization LET’S GET UNSTUCK ,” a research e-book produced by Adelante SCM and published by Command Alkon (a Talking Logistics sponsor). Haven’t we been using the internet, Web, email, and other digital tools for decades in our business? Source: CIO ).

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Although procurement logistics might sound like it involves the purchasing of manufactured products , it is much more involved. The Definition of Procurement Logistics. The simplest way to think of procurement logistics is the procurement of materials needed to manufacture products.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2021

Being listed on a last-mile-delivery service platform and reaching a much broader customer base beyond the neighbors became a must-have for survival. It includes all of its elements: customers, sales channels, products, warehouses, logistics network, and the interactions between them.

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