Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2022

As a result, and as we’ve mentioned in several previously published articles, we’ve discovered that many companies lack a defined and documented supply chain strategy. For example, you don’t want to assume that a single logistics strategy and service approach will meet all your customers’ needs. It may do, but how do you know?

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ShipLilly

JULY 7, 2021

For example, thieves have a longer period to escape since most of the security staff is off of work. For example, some leave the tractor running as they are sleeping to stay warm in a cold area. Examples of these include steering column locks, air cuffs, and sensors. Finally, ensure that you have all your documentation ready.

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WorkWave

MARCH 26, 2024

Real-World Examples of Effective Delivery Route Planning To illustrate the impact of delivery route planning on a seamless customer experience, let’s examine a few real-world examples. Features like customer notifications, geotagging and photo documentation facilitate problem-solving and enhanced customer service.

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Turvo

AUGUST 24, 2021

Examples would be some traditional forms of material handling equipment. Document recording, sharing, and filing options streamline data processing. It combines digital document management benefits with the demand for a real-time track recorder. Faster communication with automated messaging and data sharing.

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WorkWave

AUGUST 4, 2020

Many of the issues you encounter while route planning are more than just common—they’re thoroughly documented logistical problems that have existed since the advent of widespread delivery. First named and documented in the late 1950s, the Vehicle Routing Problem (VRP) explores the logistics of routing efficiency.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 14, 2018

While you might think your small logistics or warehousing operation is better off keeping things simple, paperwork actually has the opposite effect: bogging down your processes and leaving you liable to delays resulting from lost or misplaced documents. For example, let’s briefly revisit mistake #6…. Best Regards, Rob O’Byrne.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 18, 2025

Process Innovation: Whether you’re handling physical goods or managing information flow, it’s about revolutionising how you do things. Any Supply Chain Transformation Examples? Operational Efficiency – Your operational efficiency is the day-to-day how your supply chain actually works.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2018

The cost saving and service improvement benefits of a transportation management system (TMS) are well documented. Geoff says you still have to do the requirements document and set priorities, but it’s important to get the right people involved. What are the key ingredients to a successful TMS implementation?

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Before you begin LTL shipping, you need to be familiar with what it is and how to use it. This article will provide a detailed reference to LTL shipping, including the definition of LTL, shipping prices, delivery method, and how to manage your LTL shipment to the fullest. How to optimize LTL shipping? What is LTL freight?

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

In the process, for example, the indicated number of pieces in combination with the weight serves as the basis for automated plausibility checks. Total price: The total price is shown on the invoice so one can check the completeness of multi-page documents, and organizations must specify the currency in which the invoice was issued.

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Trinity Logistics

APRIL 24, 2023

Whether you’re new to refrigerated trucking or a veteran, it’s important your company knows how to properly transport temperature-controlled products, from pick-up through delivery. Keeping thorough documentation will help you, in the long run, should you face any potential claims. Cleaning Your Refrigerated Trailer 1.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JUNE 19, 2020

For example, customs-related delays are often due to paperwork or procedural errors due to inexperience or neglect. Here are some of the most significant issues that make importers’ jobs more challenging, and how Dedola Global Logistics views and addresses them. Popular Resource: Blog – How to Reduce Soft Costs.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 3, 2021

What This Blog Is About: How to build a mutually beneficial relationship based on trust & credibility with your suppliers. The importance of setting the tone of the relationship and being an example of what you expect. Set The Tone Of The Relationship, Be The Example. Finally, make it personal.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 26, 2025

How do you keep the business running during a crisis? Instead of sticking your head in the sand and hoping it gets better, learning how to manage is the best solution. You need documented procedures for maintaining critical operations when things go wrong.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Some examples and benefits of digitalisation in shipping are. How to avoid these pitfalls. Whether digital or manual, the business of shipping involves a lot of documentation. Here is a real life example. For example, seafood products are best shipped at -20°C (-4°F) or lower.

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WorkWave

MAY 5, 2025

For example, commercial pest control operators benefit from centralized data management and scheduling tools, transforming everyday operations into more scalable and compliant processes. Reliable documentation is crucial as it not only reduces liability risks but also strengthens your reputation with clients and regulators.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

While you might think your small logistics or warehousing operation is better off keeping things simple, paperwork actually has the opposite effect: bogging down your processes and leaving you liable to delays resulting from lost or misplaced documents.

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Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

This guide delves into the world of air freight forwarding, highlighting its roles, benefits, and how to choose a provider that meets your needs. They play a critical role in route optimization, documentation, and managing the entire transportation process, including warehousing and distribution.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The first step, therefore, is to get all your information – documents and data – into a digital format. This means scanning documents or entering data into a computer manually. While digitization is all about documents and data, digitalization centers on converting existing business processes to be digital.

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Globalior

JUNE 9, 2020

For example in the United States, the import HS Classification number differs from the export HS code, which is referred to as a Schedule B number instead. Such a ruling is a legal document that traders can fall back on to defend HS codes used to Customs authorities. The post How to find HS code for export?

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 2, 2025

That would enable the printing of manifests and proof-of-delivery documents by shipment, to be issued to the delivery crews the following day, and the picking documents for the warehouse. A good KPI dashboard can show you for example, the difference between planned and actual kilometers for each route.

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WorkWave

JULY 28, 2024

A medical courier service is a specialized transportation service that focuses on delivering medical items such as documents, lab specimens, medications, test results, and supplies to medical facilities. For example, lab specimens need to be carefully transported to avoid any contamination or spoilage. Start Using RouteManager!

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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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Shipchain

JULY 30, 2020

has built a powerful visibility platform, some example use cases that could be built on top of it are: Digital Freight Marketplaces using Smart Contracts. Robust document management. To learn how to host a validation server or as a non-validating node, and to learn how those services are compensated, visit: [link].

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Freightera

MARCH 21, 2025

How to Properly Dispute Additional Charges And How to Avoid Them Unexpected additional charges are frustrating, we know. Thats why its important to understand why such charges may appear on your invoice and how to handle them properly. Thats why its important that you gather and submit your documentation as quickly as possible.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 30, 2024

For example, if you need strength for pallet conveyors, we can use hot-rolled beams underneath just this section. This adds cost in terms of both material and installation (as well as limiting how you can use the space below). Slab condition Another important consideration is the condition of your slab.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Expertise of Freight Forwarders Freight forwarders are well-versed in the knowledge of how to handle the customs regulations and documentation for your international shipments. How is this an advantage you may be thinking, since the customer can go and work with the carrier directly, right?

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

While many business owners are aware of the negative effects of damaged goods and packages, many still struggle to understand what freight damage is, how it occurs, and how to mitigate risks. For example, changes in climatic zones and moisture content result in container rain , leading to damaged freight.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JULY 14, 2023

b) Port Charges: Fees levied by the port for services like loading and unloading cargo, terminal handling, and documentation. e) Documentation Fees: Charges associated with the preparation and processing of necessary documents, such as bill of lading, commercial invoice, and customs clearance paperwork.

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3PL Links

JANUARY 8, 2025

In the rest of this article, we will delve deeper into the advantages of how a fleet management system works and how to monitor it properly. How does a fleet management system work? An increase in tire consumption indicates, for example, excessive use of a vehicle, which can have other negative consequences for the business.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Our aim here, if you’re new to the world of commercial importing and exporting , is to help you know what to look out for and where/how to concentrate resources to gain traction against larger competitors in what is becoming an ever-more-competitive arena. Documentation fees. Container Shipping Can be Tough for SMEs. Export fees.

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Dedola Global Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2019

How To Reduce Soft Costs in Shipping. Soft costs are usually time-consuming tasks such as planning, tracking shipments, gathering documents, handling disputes, and handling communication with your freight forwarder and over-seas suppliers. The post How To Reduce Soft Costs in Shipping appeared first on Dedola Global Logistics.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 6, 2018

For example, Cerasis Cargo Insurance insures freight from “warehouse to warehouse,” covering transitions between carriers, if applicable. The Reward: How to Optimize Use of Cargo Insurance Cargo insurance may seem like an unneeded feature, but imagine how a sudden storm in the Midwest could popup without warning.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 25, 2024

Consider a planner in Brazil working with the previous lead time prediction example, who has forgotten how to update the parameters. No matter how fetching GenAI’s communication abilities seem, it is important to remember that it doesn’t actually understand. Because it doesn’t understand, we need humans at the helm.

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RPA Labs

JUNE 2, 2022

A few of these RPA tools include email automation, document automation, and workflow automation. Document automation can extract data from documents, migrate it to your TMS or ERP system, and complete shipments without human intervention. For example, people will always need to be involved when automation is implemented.

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Shipchain

MARCH 13, 2019

This allows supply chain leaders to ensure consistency across activities, and if a problem does arise, data retained in the blockchain reveals why, how and what to do about such issues. For example, initiating a recall is streamlined through blockchain by showing all movements of affected shipments. Trucks in the U.S.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 20, 2023

How to minimize the amount of freight claims How to mitigate freight claims when they happen What is a Freight Claim? Submitting a freight claim for damaged cargo requires proper documentation of essential shipment details. This document needs to be signed by the carrier when the cargo is picked up.

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