Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Now imagine what the distribution center of 2045 will look like if technology continues to disrupt logistics as profoundly as it has done since the 1990s. 1990: A Fine Vintage for Warehouse Operators and Warehouse Technology Welcome to our tour of a logistics warehouse in the late 20th century. Is your mind blown yet?

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Frederic Laluyaux, the CEO of Aera Technology, agrees with this assessment. Mr. Masson of ARC points out, “Each AI use case requires specific datasets and may necessitate different tools and techniques.” Currently, suppliers of supply chain technologies support 25 AI-based supply chain use cases. Business cycles are compressing.

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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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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

The personal aspect is not only personalization of content and services, but also the ability for anyone to control the information they receive, as well as when, where and on what device they receive it. For example, in transportation and logistics, the paper form for proof of delivery or a bill of lading still exists.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 24, 2024

It is a brilliant tool.” The enterprise software company also announced a new analytics solution covering external workforce management. The transactions are captured in the platform, eliminating “he said, she said” type arguments. For example, a buyer might say, “You only shipped me 800 of the 1000 products I ordered.”

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 22, 2018

Many already believe that freight exchange platforms, dedicated to maximizing payload efficiency and reducing empty miles, have a role to play in making this vision a reality. He says, “I believe that collaborative logistics platforms demonstrate and validate the need for the physical Internet. Where does such change begin?

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 7, 2019

As a freelance marketer, I often worked closely with clients in the transportation and logistics space, so I began to understand the business. Transitioned to transportation and logistics when a recommended me for an opportuniy. Packaged foods not fully enclosed by a container (Example: fresh produce). WMS, TMS, documentation.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 5, 2023

What added value do digital logistics intermediaries provide, under what framework, and how do they interact with customers? Technology is nowadays disrupting business more than ever, and international trade is not an exception. It is in this scenario where new kinds of suppliers transform the concept of a logistics intermediary.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

No longer a stand-alone tool for routing and carrier selection, the TMS is fast becoming a central communications hub whose spokes extend deep into the supply chain ecosystem. Fortunately, the tools that support the freight-booking process are also better than they’ve ever been. That’s good news for shippers. DC Velocity.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JUNE 9, 2020

Importing goods is an ever-changing field, especially as technology improves and customs requirements change. Document Complexity. The complexity of documents varies widely depending on the industry. For example, agricultural imports require a more thorough set of documents detailing the quality of the products.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 23, 2024

This year, nearly 40,000 attendees comprising 6,200 brands from all over the world headed to the Javits Center to see what new solutions and innovations software and hardware suppliers had in store for 2024 and beyond. Throughout the conference I met with several software and hardware providers to get a glimpse into what they were showcasing.

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Shipchain

JULY 30, 2020

ShipChain, a decentralized freight and logistics platform operating on Ethereum, announces that its mainnet, a public delegated Proof of Stake sidechain of the Ethereum network, is now live. A big part of the mainnet launch is the ability for others to develop on top of the platform. Robust document management.

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WorkWave

MARCH 26, 2024

From online retailers to food delivery services, businesses are realizing the importance of efficiently managing their delivery routes to meet customer expectations. While this may seem like a logistical concern, it directly impacts the overall customer experience. But does delivery route planning truly impact customer experience?

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Inclement weather or another force majeure – Winter storms, tornadoes, flash floods, hurricanes, earthquakes, and wildfires are just a few examples of the things Mother Nature can dish out that lead to delivery delays. Tive’s cloud-based software platform gives stakeholders access to that information in real-time and from any device.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Essential Steps to Using Warehouse Modeling Software for Design 1) Understand the Design Objectives and Constraints The first step in your review should be to determine and prioritise the objectives for your warehouse facility and operation. For example, is an SKU typically ordered by the pallet, carton, split carton, or individual unit?

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 9, 2024

Since the historic referendum in June 2016 Brexit has been a seismic event, reshaping the landscape of the UK’s logistics and transport sector. Nick Ghia (pictured), Chief Revenue Officer of Transporeon , a Trimble company, explores how Britain’s split from the EU has affected the logistics Industry as a whole.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

The thinking goes that at some point, improving service levels means you are not adding inventory in a linear manner but rather exponentially. Ronan Stephens, the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain Management and External Manufacturing, explained how the company set out on a journey to improve customer service while also reducing costs.

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

In this article, we explore Invoice Reconciliation tools as a core piece of every digital 3PL/freight brokerage’s operations. This post was written in collaboration with , OpenEnvoy , a leading automated invoice reconciliation tool. For freight brokers and third-party logistics providers, efficiency is king.

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GoShip Blog

AUGUST 4, 2022

Documenting your shipping process can improve efficiency, operational agility, and customer satisfaction. . Why you should document your shipping process . Although documentation can be a little time-consuming, it is a powerful tool that can save you more time and resources than you put into it.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 16, 2018

From the product to its condition and even documentation, the demand for excellence involving all parts of the process has intensified. When implementing new programs, it’s wise to assess supply chain models and procedures as an essential step to enhance service with suppliers, partners and customers. Deadheading. Inaccurate Billing.

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RPA Labs

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

A report by Team International highlights the many benefits of RPA logistics use cases. Using software robots to perform redundant and labor-intensive tasks allows team members to focus on more specific and meaningful jobs. Speed of Tendering Freight and Related Services. Managing Shipment Status Inquiries.

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CH Robinson Logistics

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

The boom in ecommerce poses novel challenges to the logistics industry. Logistics is a critical part of ecommerce operations – Many e-tailers want a certain degree of control over logistics as it is a vital part of their business. Online shoppers expect convenience, flexibility, and a high-quality shopping experience.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 24, 2022

A network effects business model allows a company to gain more value as more companies use its products or services. But it turns out big logistics firms also generate Big Data, and they are also working to monetize this data. with the help of predictive analytic tools. Sriram Krishnasamy, the CEO of FedEx Dataworks.

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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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Shipchain

MARCH 13, 2019

While there is much truth to the hype, it is important to stay practical and understand the logistics applications of blockchain and what they mean for you and your organization. Logistics Applications of Blockchain Maintain Data for All Parties. It also affects reverse logistics. Trucks in the U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 3, 2021

OpenText has the world’s largest EDI VAN: 33,000 of their customers use the network to exchange messages with 1 million preconnected trading partners (suppliers, logistics service providers, and contract manufacturers, for example); $9 trillion in commerce and 26 billion transactions occur on the network annually.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2022

As you’ll know, if you follow our blog regularly, Logistics Bureau does a great deal of work related to supply chain strategy development and alignment. 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.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 25, 2023

But I’d like AI more to a magic trick, so allow me to direct your attention to the technology behind the curtain to highlight both its risks and its rewards and to share the essential leadership skills AI cannot provide. Its remarkable capabilities seem like magic.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 25, 2024

And third, lead the change needed, which in most cases is for your team to use technology more effectively, not build it themselves. Planners are buried in tedious tasks using legacy, fragmented technology, which 48% say doesn’t help them do their job effectively, according to a survey by the boom! Global Network.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 9, 2021

Ever since the pandemic hit last year people have been turning to curb-side pickup and food delivery services in record numbers and as a result, there has been a greater demand for ketchup packets instead of, say, ketchup bottles restaurants would have sitting on diners’ tables. And now on to this week’s logistics news.

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Freightos

JUNE 17, 2024

More Resources Home Building Moats in AI: Buy vs. Build (AI Popup #1) In logistics tech, building a competitive moat is key for market leadership. In the first issue of our AI popup newsletter series, Matt Motsick, CEO of Rippey AI and a long-time logistics technology leader, explores buying or building AI models.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

MARCH 10, 2020

To the uninitiated (which included me at one stage), these industries are same or similar and it might come across that there is no difference between Maritime, Shipping, Freight, Logistics, Supply Chain and Trade. These shipping lines may be operating a liner service or a tramp service. Maritime Industry.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 8, 2019

Contractual agreements require the services of lawyers and bankers, each of which adds extra cost and delay. This recent technology is what drives Bitcoin and other so-called cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin as an Example of Blockchain. However, it also happens to be the most well-known example. Some would say cumbersome.

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RPA Labs

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

It’s important to consider this example when pursuing robot process automation workflow. An integral part of robotic process automation workflow is its ability to work with the technological partnerships already in place. These detailed reports become a tool to monitor chief financial areas such as profit and loss analytics.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 26, 2020

The following is a 5,000 word exploration of Maersk’s strategic shift to end-to-end logistics services, based on open sources. Oil prices tanked, cancellations increased and Maersk drilling and supply chain services would run up nearly $2 billion dollars in annual losses. The Post-2016 Strategy: End-to-end Shipping.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 20, 2023

Chakri Gottemukkala, CEO at Supply Chain Planning Vendor o9 Solutions There are several young supply chain software companies that are unicorns. The company launched their platform in 2014. The company that pioneered this was i2 Technologies. A graph database stores nodes and relationships instead of tables, or documents.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Digitalisation is the use of digitization and digital technologies like Blockchain, AI, Machine Learning and Automation to convert your business to a digital business. Digitization and digitalization are about technology whereas digital transformation is about the customer. Some examples and benefits of digitalisation in shipping are.

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