IFS Blogs

MARCH 17, 2025

Boosting Sales in the Logistics Industry: Proven Strategies for Growth In todays competitive logistics industry, increasing sales requires a combination of strategic planning, advanced technology, and a customer-centric approach. Below are key strategies to enhance sales and drive revenue in the logistics sector.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Key strategies include: Electrification of Transport: The use of electric vehicles (EVs) for freight and last-mile delivery reduces emissions and operational costs. Digital Twins: Virtual models of supply chain networks identify inefficiencies and predict the impact of sustainability measures.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 9, 2024

As businesses face tighter regulations on product safety, sustainability, and ethical sourcing, Digital Product Passports (DPPs) are becoming crucial for navigating these challenges. DPPs provide a streamlined, digital way to document a product’s lifecycle, making it easier to ensure compliance and improve transparency.

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WorkWave

JANUARY 23, 2025

It can be easy to overlook the power of print communications in our digital-forward world, especially when it comes to marketing. Unlike digital communications that get lost in crowded inboxes, physical estimates often stay on refrigerators or desks as constant reminders of your service.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 15, 2025

Balancing Cost-Efficiency with Ethical Sourcing and Compliance Cost-efficiency remains a primary driver for supply chain strategies, but it must be balanced with ethical sourcing practices. Key transparency initiatives include: Supply Chain Mapping: Using digital tools to trace the journey of products from raw materials to finished goods.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Prior to founding Cargologik, Miles was employee number three leading sales, and go-to-market strategies for Octopi Terminal Operating System (TOS), the first true SaaS TOS in the industry. 4. Present and obtain quote confirmation to win business and proceed with booking. Receive initial quote request.

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Logistics in War

MAY 23, 2020

Digital transformation is impacting Australia’s major seaports, supermarket chains, package distribution, construction industry and even deep into our homes. The path that such transformation can take is becoming evident in Australia’s mining industry, a world-leader in digital transformation.

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Ship Monk

JULY 25, 2024

Target’s Motivation So why would a large enterprise like Target make such a pivotal pivot in its selling strategy? With that kind of performance, it was time for a new strategy; enter the potential growth that comes with opening the doors to new merchants that can appeal to wider audiences. Not every brand will be able to participate.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

IoT: Powering the Future of Digital Product Passports The Internet of Things (IoT) continues to impact how industries track products and manage data. Digital Product Passports (DPPs) rely heavily on this IoT to capture and record this data, providing a transparent view of a product’s life from creation to retirement and disposal.

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Airfreight Logistics

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

DHL Express has presented its new Strategy 2025 on the occasion of the opening of its € 123 million state-of-the-art hub at Cologne-Bonn Airport. DHL say that digitalization, e-commerce and sustainability are at the core of the company’s journey to further improve growth through quality.

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GoShip Blog

JUNE 21, 2022

Digital marketing is the use of online-based technologies to promote products or services. Here are some of the best digital marketing strategies for your small business: Use social media. Here are some of the best digital marketing strategies for your small business: Use social media. billion users.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 26, 2025

Let’s examine Amazon’s approach as well as the limitations of traditional supply chain planning, the operational benefits of AI, and the necessary steps for implementing AI-driven strategies. AI cybersecurity applications protect digital supply chain infrastructure from cyber threats.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 22, 2018

Everybody seems to be talking about the digital supply chain these days, but what exactly does that mean? Digital Transformation of Supply Chains is Taking Hold. The reality is that [digital transformation of supply chains] is taking hold.”. Why is it important? Robinson , in a recent episode of Talking Logistics.

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Freightos

JUNE 3, 2024

More Resources Home A Roadmap for the Future of Logistics The role of neutral booking and payment platforms in logistics Ian Arroyo June 3, 2024 The logistics industry has been undergoing a profound digital transformation, a journey articulated with striking clarity in Freightos’ latest white paper, “Global Freight’s Digital Transformation”.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 15, 2015

recap the Internet of Things, and how together the Internet of Things and Digital Manufacturing will propel us all into the future. The core of Digital Industry 4.0 is highly intelligent connected systems that create a fully digital value chain. Digital Industry 4.0 Digital Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0: Revolution.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 3, 2016

In this blog, Kristen discusses how revenue growth is tied to digital supply chains. The Center for Global Enterprise releases new research suggesting revenue growth at the hand of improved digital supply chains. The paper presents evidence from 24 top executives running the world’s largest supply chains.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 5, 2020

Businesses have needed to shift operations to suit present-day needs. Huge segments of the workforce went remote, and many companies have needed to adopt digital strategies quicker than they ever thought possible. […]. Over the last few weeks, the world has seen unprecedented interruption for most industries.

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

Digitize Invoicing to Eliminate Errors and Guard Cash Flow. In this article, we explore Invoice Reconciliation tools as a core piece of every digital 3PL/freight brokerage’s operations. Each segment of the 3PL/Freight Brokerage value chain is becoming ever more digital. Key Features: Basic Auditing. contract, bill of ladings).

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Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Learn how to organize your data operations in alignment with supply chain strategy. The prospect of using data to operate more efficiently and/or innovate is behind the impetus toward digital transformation that leaders across virtually every industry sector now pursue. Finding Transformative Opportunities in the Supply Chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2025

The integration of sophisticated software allows for optimized storage strategies and faster order fulfillment, directly addressing the need for efficiency in the face of labor constraints. Oceaneering Mobile Robotics (OMR) : Showcased their MaxMover and UniMover AMRs for industrial applications and strategies for seamless AMR integration.

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Trinity Logistics

MAY 24, 2024

Today’s cargo theft and fraud involve new strategies, and it’s important that companies stay aware of emerging tactics and remain vigilant to protect themselves from unnecessary and tragic losses. That said, though we can’t stop it all, we can implement not only prevention measures but response strategies.

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AIMMS

DECEMBER 4, 2017

The digital age has just begun. We are only beginning to see the impact that digital transformation will have on our human resources as well. Operating models are shifting to meet the demands of this digital supply chain transition and companies need to revisit and renew their technical capabilities and infrastructure.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Starting in 2023, the Logistics Hall of Fame will present a new international award: the Lynn C. The 80-year-old US businessman transferred industrial logistics strategies to humanitarian organisations in the 1990s. The pallet will remain a central building block in a digital logistics universe with globally networked supply chains.

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WorkWave

OCTOBER 17, 2024

superior technology, faster delivery times, eco-friendly vehicles) By presenting a clear description of your business, potential investors or partners can better understand how your company fits into the larger market. Marketing and Sales Strategy Once your business is up and running, how will you attract and retain customers?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 27, 2022

It does present a training requirement, the need for new skills for industry 4.0 Technological advances has often moved faster than digital capabilities. Success will be dependent on three factors: Skills development as a central component of your digital roadmap. We’ve moved slowly in this area.”. The growing skills gap.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 28, 2019

People like you have moved this from a phone call to the digital world. It’s not necessarily easy, but if you have a vision and a strategy, it happens. We’re able to present solutions that we didn’t just come up with in a lab, but that are actually solving real world shipper issues. [30:42]

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

Let’s start with digital transformation . The underlying theme in all presentations, and my conversations at the event, was digital transformation. Not digitization, but rather using the latest technology to deliver supply chain transformation. It’s clear that industry professionals recognize that supply chains: .

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 27, 2023

Mosca is making its corporate commitment transparent and offering an overview of future goals with its first in-depth sustainability strategy report. The industry’s technology leader also offers an outlook on upcoming changes that go hand in hand with Mosca’s Nonstop responsibility 2027 sustainability strategy.

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Morai Logistics

MARCH 15, 2018

Omni-channel strategies prove to be an effective method for meeting on-demand delivery for consumers and providing efficient solutions for shippers. Research presented supports an industry shift from traditional to Omni-channel strategy, finding that it enables third party logistic (3PL) providers to offer all distribution initiatives.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Supply chain and logistics operations have become central to differentiated customer experience strategies. Digitizing logistics operations can revolutionize the complete customer journey, as it encompasses the full purchase-to-delivery process. A superior experience now transcends reliable and consistent delivery services.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 18, 2022

While this utopia sounds far-stretched for some, it also illustrates the possibilities presented to manufacturers and distributors by Industry 4.0. TestLabs , which included Federal Government-funded pilot education and training programs in digital technologies. The digital explorer. The digital player. Employee 2.0:

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 17, 2024

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024, companies including Hyundai, Nikola , and Bosch presented their most recent fuel cells and hydrogen technology innovations, indicating a potential comeback for this environmentally friendly energy choice. This collaboration is enabled by seamless integration through the digital twin platform.

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WorkWave

OCTOBER 7, 2019

Companies are therefore embracing technology at an ever-increasing rate to enable their business growth and a new way of engaging with customers, employees, and the burgeoning digital ecosystem. Every company or business has a strategy, whether clearly articulated or not. Companies also often confuse goals with strategy.

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247 Customs Broker

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Digital Transformation In Logistics Market – “Global Digital Transformation In Logistics Market Professional Survey Report 2019” presents the latest industry data and future trends, allowing you… The post Digital Transformation In Logistics Market – Recent Industry Developments and Growth Strategies Adopted by Top Players Worldwide 2019-2024 (..)

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Cybersecurity Threats As supply chains become more digitized, vulnerability to cyberattacks increases and can disrupt operations, compromise sensitive data, and even halt production. Labor Shortages Shortage of skilled labor, especially in logistics and manufacturing, can lead to delays and increased labor costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 4, 2024

With tart cherry juice sales transitioning into a steady demand pattern, retailers must adapt their inventory strategies accordingly to meet this evolving consumer preference. It serves as a compelling example of how retailers must reassess their inventory strategies to adapt to rapidly shifting market demands driven by trends.

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