The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020

He was recognized as the undergraduate faculty member who had the greatest impact on students based on the 2017 graduating senior survey. Manufacturing strategies. Distribution design. Jason has been recognized with multiple awards for research and teaching. Click here to see Jason’s profile on MSU’s website. Scorecards.

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Bringg

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Last week, Dotcom Distribution launched their annual eCommerce study. They surveyed over 1,400 online shoppers to analyze their habits, preferences and expectations. Looking at the survey results, 90% said that they highly value free returns when making online purchases; and 91% say free shipping influences future purchases.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 7, 2022

SYSPRO surveyed CFOs and finance leaders in a variety of industries and learned that they’ve had to undertake a more flexible role than in previous years. Here are some of the major growth opportunities identified by survey respondents: 1. Operationalizing digitization and automation. On-premises to cloud data migration. eCommerce.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 31, 2022

We recently surveyed CFOs and finance executives in the manufacturing and distribution sectors to study how the pandemic has impacted their businesses. Managing cash flow and margins remains a key objective for US finance leaders, based on our survey in 2020, 2021 and now into 2022. 3. Improving visibility into performance.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 31, 2017

Editor's Note: Today's blog comes from Michael Copeland, a Commercial Support Manager with Wilson Electronics who shows us why cellular connectivity is imperative to your distribution center. As a distribution center manager, you administer a critical link in the retail supply chain. Boost your distribution operations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 28, 2024

In late 2023, Descartes conducted a survey of 1,000 supply chain and logistics decision-makers across North America and Europe across three sectors: manufacturing, distribution and retail; carriers; and logistics services providers. Companies are changing their hiring strategies to attract workers.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 14, 2023

Logistics Business , in conjunction with Aptean , is carrying out a market research survey of our readers. The exclusive survey focuses on transport and logistics technology, specifically on commercial vehicle fleet operations. Transport Managers: We need you to complete our survey! It takes just 10 minutes. Click here to enter.

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Conger

JULY 30, 2021

This is the ultimate guide to omnichannel distribution. In this article, you’ll learn: The definition of omnichannel distribution. The different omnichannel distribution pathways. The difference between omnichannel and multichannel distribution. The benefits of omnichannel distribution. Let’s get started!

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 28, 2021

The past year has shown us that if organizations and industries are to keep up with the fast-paced change and uncertainty of the current market, they need to accelerate their digital transformation strategy. The pandemic has been the catalyst for change, with a drive to fundamentally rethink the manufacturing and distribution space.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

A recent online survey conducted b y MIT’s Center for Transportation & Logistics aimed to understand how companies are reacting to the Coronavirus outbreak. The study include d firms in the retail, manufacturing and distribution verticals. The resilienc e of supply chain plan ning is being called into question.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 18, 2022

The goods flow through 2 import centers, 14 strategically located distribution centers in North America, 66 final mile shipping hubs, and nearly 1,700 branch locations. million square feet in 10 distribution centers and 35 million square feet across its branch network. 56% of employees surveyed were engaged. Key Processes.

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Stord

JULY 21, 2019

Not all are convinced of this extreme, but the increased focus on and higher expectations around delivery times has forced businesses and supply chains to evaluate their e-commerce and last mile strategies. B2B companies are rapidly approaching B2C companies when it comes to e-commerce, both in their offerings and in their distribution.

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Ottawa Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Implementation of sound e-commerce fulfillment strategies is necessary for the age of online funding, social media customer awareness, and interactivity. 3PL users are outsourcing everything from shipping and distribution to fleet management and order fulfillment. Here’s where Ottawa Logistics comes into play. and has since 1918.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 20, 2022

It’s not only office workers who have been forced into remote work by the pandemic, manufacturing and distribution companies are facing a similar challenge – how to enable remote work on the shop floor and in the warehouse with ERP. A year later we asked manufacturing CFOs how their strategies had evolved.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 7, 2024

In late 2023, we conducted a survey of 1,000 supply chain and logistics decision-makers across North America and Europe across three sectors: manufacturing, distribution and retail; carriers; and logistics services providers. According to the survey, 55% of respondents indicated that positions for knowledge workers (e.g.,

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 21, 2021

When it comes to measuring customer loyalty, the Net Promoter Score survey is typically a best practice. One of the most important technologies for omni-channel is distributed order management. Distributed order management allows an organization to capture all information in the order management process across all relevant channels.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 17, 2022

Our latest research survey shows that 70% of manufacturing and distribution businesses experienced supply chain disruptions and 60% of businesses were unable to engage and collaborate with customers and suppliers in real-time. Securing a digital future with Cloud ERP.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

A plan is necessary, possibly based on one of the following strategies. Reverse Logistics Strategy 1: Don’t do it! Reverse Logistics Strategy 2: Make it Painless Pain is a sign that something is wrong. Clearly, successful reverse logistics cannot be left to luck. Persuade the customer otherwise.

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Stord

JANUARY 30, 2019

This new strategy is the company’s latest step in a series of initiatives to optimize its network and improve service. FedEx pursued both strategies in 2018. This facility will use specialized technology to store and distribute inventory more efficiently. FedEx’s news release 2. Walmart’s announcement 3. The report from CBRE 6.

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Dedola Global Logistics

MAY 1, 2025

Let’s dive into the trends shaping your import strategy in 2025. Census Bureau, 2024 % of Importers Facing Cost Spikes 70% Dedola Internal Survey Average Tariff Rate on Chinese Goods 145% CNBC, April 11, 2025 1. Strategies like micro-warehousing and low-emission final-mile delivery are becoming standard. Monitor U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

According to a recent survey fielded by Edelman Intelligence , 94% of supply chain leaders say partnerships with supply chain logistics companies are necessary to get through peak season successfully. Traditional Inventory Replenishment Strategies No Longer Work.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

According to a survey by Deloitte from 2014, 79 % of companies with high-performing supply chains achieve revenue growth superior to the average within their industries. Supply Chain Strategy. In 2014, a survey by Tompkins Consortium delivered a shocking revelation. Supply Chain and Business Success By the Numbers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

planning offers an alternative to swinging the pendulum and as the strategy that provides the supply chain resilience leaders seek. As you evaluate strategies to mitigate risk and build resilience, beware of headlines blaming JIT inventory practices and recommending a move to JIC.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2022

Distribution is no longer a backwater of the economy, due in large part to the upheavals brought on by ecommerce. But there is a technology gap between gleaming new automated facilities and tens of thousands of existing warehouses and distribution centers that pre-date the warehouse building boom of the past 5-10 years.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 15, 2021

Before the pandemic, in a study of logistics providers conducted by Fraunhofer IML, among those embarking on digitalization initiatives, only 25% of logistics providers in the Fraunhofer IML survey are leveraging digital technologies to think outside the box and reinvent their foundational delivery model. It should also be shared downstream.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 6, 2021

Because it’s in this area where using a storefront as a distribution center can make a difference. Meanwhile, 70% of supply chain leaders noted in a recent survey that they had experienced difficulty in finding transportation service providers for final mile service. Again, it all depends on what that final step of delivery entails.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 3, 2015

examined all possible solutions and determined getting out of the distribution business and engaging a third party company to manage the distribution center would be the best option. The new distribution center will enable JBI to better manage our current volume and position us for future growth.” Benefits of a 3PL.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 2, 2016

According to a survey by Deloitte from 2014, 79 % of companies with high-performing supply chains achieve revenue growth greater than the average within their industries. Supply Chain Strategy. In 2014, a survey by Tompkins Consortium delivered a shocking revelation. SEE ALSO: Supply Chain Strategy Development.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 15, 2020

Transporeon has presented the results of European Road Carrier survey: Findings point up an urgent need for digital investment amidst pandemic gloom. Despite low fuel prices and a difficult economic environment, Europe’s carriers are using multiple strategies to optimize fuel efficiency. And clearly we have a lot of work to do there.”.

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Locus

JUNE 23, 2023

So, knowing more about order fulfillment, its importance, process, and strategies is critical. In a recent global survey of 31,040 shoppers, 41% said they wanted to receive the product within 24 hours, and 24% wanted to receive their orders in less than two hours. So there is no fixed rule for selecting the order fulfillment strategy.

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Drones can be programmed to survey specific locations regularly, detecting early signs of pest infestations. This proactive approach reduces the reliance on intensive control measures, allowing for more efficient pest management strategies. Get Started With Pest Control Software!

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GlobalTranz

MAY 4, 2015

Jabil sponsored a global Dimensional Research survey to capture hard data on current experiences, challenges and trends with the supply chains of electronics manufacturing companies. The Rise of Distributed Manufacturing and 7 Advantages over Traditional Manufacturing. Distributed Manufacturing’ is the future of manufacturing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

In a survey of 150 global manufacturing executives, 47% committed to improving supply chain visibility and tracking. According to the Global Supply Chain Disruption and Future Strategies Survey Report, this goal was the top-ranked planned tool investment.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

In a recent survey by Procurement Leaders , 54% of the CPOs reported that they have regular touchpoints with the CEO and are considered a key stakeholder. Let us examine these: Implementing a ‘China Plus One’ strategy: Part of the resiliency comes from having alternate sources of supply.

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Material Handling and Logistics

AUGUST 31, 2018

It’s true that the major issues in the supply chain—which were confirmed through MH&L ’s workforce survey process and published in an earlier article —are nuanced. With data surrounding the speed at which items move through your warehouse, you can develop a new omni-channel strategy.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

A 2021 Peak Shipping Season survey conducted by Edelman Intelligence found hiring to be a strong concern among supply chain decision makers with 90% having a strong need to increase hiring to account for peak season and beyond. Download the Report: 2021 Peak Shipping Season Survey. 6 Tips For Shippers During Peak Season and Beyond.

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Dedola Global Logistics

APRIL 30, 2025

Let's dive into the trends shaping your import strategy in 2025. Census Bureau, 2024 % of Importers Facing Cost Spikes ~70% Dedola Internal Survey Average Tariff Rate on Chinese Goods 145% CNBC, April 11, 2025 1. The Strategy: Diversify suppliers, explore nearshoring or friendshoring, and conduct risk assessments to build flexibility.

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