Dedola Global Logistics

MAY 1, 2025

Let’s dive into the trends shaping your import strategy in 2025. AI Application Benefit Estimated Impact Source/Estimate Demand Forecasting Medtechs can reduce inventory by up to 30 percent Freeing up cash and reducing write-offs. Metric Value Source/Estimate Global Trade Volume (Goods) $25 trillion WTO Estimate, 2024 U.S.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 21, 2024

A carnet is an international customs document that allows the temporary importation of goods for commercial purposes to and from a country without having to pay duties or value-added taxes on the goods. The carnet allows us to use this single document for clearing the goods through customs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 29, 2025

The law requires importers to provide clear and convincing evidence of a forced-labor-free supply chain and tasks the Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force with devising enforcement strategies. Both Canada and Mexico have vowed to retaliate should these tariffs materialize. Such actions could jeopardize the U.S.-Mexico-Canada

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Talking Logistics

MAY 14, 2019

Commercialization strategies evolve, supply chains expand, and production rates accelerate. Addressing this challenge, executives are rethinking their business models and strategies to improve product quality and avoid issues surrounding test results, material specifications, non-conformances, recalls, and supplier corrective action requests.

Supply Chain Planning Software 133

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Dedola Global Logistics

APRIL 30, 2025

Let's dive into the trends shaping your import strategy in 2025. AI Application Benefit Estimated Impact Source/Estimate Demand Forecasting Medtechs can reduce inventory by up to 30 percent Freeing up cash and reducing write-offs. Metric Value Source/Estimate Global Trade Volume (Goods) $25 trillion WTO Estimate, 2024 U.S.

Cost Reduction 52

Cost Reduction Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction 52

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

This move aligns with LGs strategy to expand its presence in the robotics sector, particularly in industrial automation, where its Production Engineering Research Institute is driving growth through AI and digital transformation.

Supply Chain Software 106

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 24, 2024

At one of the demo booths, what stood out was the ability of the procurement solution to track savings leakage over the course of a contract. When a procurement contract is negotiated, the buyer has planned to achieve a certain level of savings. However, those savings can leak away in several different ways.

SAP 119

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

This move aligns with LGs strategy to expand its presence in the robotics sector, particularly in industrial automation, where its Production Engineering Research Institute is driving growth through AI and digital transformation.

Supply Chain Software 96

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Ship Monk

MARCH 27, 2024

ShipMonk combines the experience of our 3PL experts with the efficiency of time-saving automation so ecommerce brands of all sizes can scale and grow with our omnichannel fulfillment services. ShipMonk’s 3PL software , for example, is time-saving automation at its finest.

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Conger

MARCH 22, 2024

These driverless machines have replaced some manual labor and forklifts, moving materials efficiently and safely, thus redefining industrial operations. In this article, we explore how these AGVs are changing the warehouse industry by minimizing human error, reducing labor costs, and setting new standards for productivity and safety.

Materials Handling 79

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Dedola Global Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2019

An experienced forwarder or third-party logistics company (3PL) can help you improve your bottom line by reducing your soft costs in addition to saving you money on hard costs. For instance, things like fuel prices, hourly wages for employees, and materials are some hard costs. How can importers and exporters reduce soft costs?

Cost Reduction 98

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 1, 2022

However, effectively dealing with these challenges and optimizing a manufacturing business’ processes is challenging without adopting and implementing a Bill of Materials (BOM) to accompany an organization’s ERP system. What is a Bill of Materials? Benefits of Bill of Materials (BOM) for manufacturers.

Optimal Sourcing 111

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Conger

MARCH 22, 2024

These driverless machines have replaced some manual labor and forklifts, moving materials efficiently and safely, thus redefining industrial operations. In this article, we explore how these AGVs are changing the warehouse industry by minimizing human error, reducing labor costs, and setting new standards for productivity and safety.

Materials Handling 75

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 30, 2019

What Makes the Construction Materials Supply Chain Unique? While we are all familiar with the homes we live in and the roads we drive on, we probably don’t think much about the materials they are made of and how they get to (and are used at) construction sites. Digital Transformation in Construction Materials. Creating Value.

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WorkWave

APRIL 8, 2019

Pre-Planning Your Social Strategy. Completing the following questions, outlined by Marketing Consultant Mark Schaefer, will be helpful when building out your social media strategy: 1)What makes you truly unique? Or, horror stories where your technicians had to save the day. Executing The Strategy. What is your story?

Material Savings 74

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Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 3, 2018

It doesn’t matter if you get it there on time if all parts of the order aren’t there, if something is broken, or if your customer was expecting a discount but didn’t get it. Four separate factors contribute to achieving a “perfect order”: the delivery must arrive complete, on-time, undamaged, and with proper documentation. Share data.

Ordering 150

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 1, 2015

Lean systems have provided a formidable operating strategy for leaders determined to achieve and maintain optimal operational systems and customer satisfaction levels. Inventory records, product specs, shipping documents contain errors. There are excess inventories of some materials and shortages of needed. reduces cycle times.

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CLX Logistics

AUGUST 23, 2023

Chemical manufacturers, particularly those operating domestically or within the same continent, frequently opt for road and rail transportation due to their inherent flexibility in handling volatile materials and safety and sustainability advantages.

Optimal Sourcing 77

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 21, 2018

Virtually all industries today are undergoing digital transformation, but the opportunities for cost savings, as well as productivity and service improvements, are arguably greatest in the Heavy Building Materials (HBM) industry because of all of their current manual and paper-based processes. Today’s Challenges in the HBM Industry.

Material Savings 74

Material Savings Digital Industry Cost Reduction 74

Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

Content Summary: Walmart Says It Can Reduce Emissions in China by 50 Million Tons. Walmart is aiming big when it comes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in China. and Pittsburgh, helps reduce harmful emissions and expedites deliveries through narrow city streets with limited parking. ? To save both time and money, U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 15, 2024

Supply chain policies and configurations are tested and leverage reinforcement learning to yield the best possible strategies. By understanding the behavior of the supply chain under diverse conditions, companies can develop strategies that enhance flexibility and responsiveness.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 13, 2025

Efficient inventory management An ERP system allows manufacturers to reduce costs and capital tied up in inventory. Production planning involves several components that together manage a production run Bill of Materials (BOM) , Material Requirements Plan (MRP), and Master Production Schedule (MPS).

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement ERP Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 2, 2024

Carriers may seek to offset any potential productivity losses resulting from increased inspections and compliance efforts by adjusting their pricing strategies. Prepare Documentation and Records: Organize and prepare all necessary documentation and records well in advance of DOT Blitz Week.

Material Savings 126

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 7, 2019

A cold chain is essential because it: Reduces food loss due to spoilage. Precooling reduces spoilage and slows ripening. Refrigerated storage refers to the storing of goods in a reduced temperature atmosphere. Cold chain packaging is specifically designed to help maintain a reduced temperature. WMS, TMS, documentation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 16, 2023

When correctly employed, supply chain automation can save precious money and time, improve your business’s productivity, and prepare it for the future. Processing documents is one of the most time-hungry tasks in supply chains. Reduce your environmental impact. Increased productivity. Even worse, it can create bottlenecks.

Supply Chain Software 105

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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.

Digital 133

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 12, 2022

With direct and indirect materials making up at least 50% of typical manufacturing costs, the procurement function could be re-imagined so companies can be more responsive to customer demands and more agile when dealing with supply chain challenges. The first stage of reimagining procurement is to look at sourcing strategies.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 15, 2022

GEP and the North Carolina State University (NCSU) Supply Chain Resource Cooperative surveyed supply chain, procurement and IT professionals across a range of industries to gain insight into their priorities and strategies regarding supply chain resilience and optimization. That supplier can be put on “hold.” Supplier Due Diligence.

Manufacturing Procurement 126

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Material Handling and Logistics

JUNE 7, 2018

The report, A SAVVY Guide to the Digital Supply Chain , outlines several emerging trends at top companies and provides a framework for evaluating technologies and creating a digital supply chain strategy.

Supply Chain Planning Software 144

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IFS Blogs

APRIL 24, 2025

This not only wastes time but costs your business opportunitiesespecially when your competitors are using smarter tools and strategies. Read 3PL Sales Strategies and the Sales Pipeline Part 1 Build a Scalable Sales Strategy Define Your Core Value Proposition What sets your logistics company apart?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 31, 2022

The industry’s well-documented labor shortages are not ending anytime soon. The energy crisis in China and the European conflict are bringing additional chaos in the form of production shutdowns, raw material shortages and blocked shipping lanes. million in transportation savings over a three-year period by leveraging a TMS.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 119

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Turvo

JUNE 30, 2020

Traditional options for managing and documenting the process also remain stagnant. All supplier shipments must be accompanied by appropriate documentation. Documentation may include, but is not limited to, packing slip, bill of lading, NAFTA certificates, commercial invoices, CMR (EU and Asia) and hazardous materials information.

Document 55

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 28, 2024

These passports document all aspects of the life cycle – from the sourcing of raw materials to final disposal or recycling. Information must be collected at each stage of a product’s life, including material sourcing, energy use, and environmental impact. This can reduce the risk of non-compliance fines or other penalties.

Optimal Sourcing 126

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

It’s also important to document any constraints that will impact your plans to meet those objectives. A clear understanding of objectives and constraints will provide you with the starting point for your design review, so it’s important to get them documented and to make sure all stakeholders are aware of them.

Modeling Software 72

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Freightera

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Unlike FTL, where one shipper books an entire truck for their load, LTL requires additional care to be put into accurate labeling, documentation, and packaging to ensure that goods are not lost or damaged. Prepare Accurate Customs Documentation Customs clearance is one of the most complex aspects of LTL importation. Ready to ship?

Freight 47

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 30, 2022

As manufacturers strive to reduce costs while increasing speed, the process of procuring materials, making products, and moving them where they need to be is more complex than ever. According to SYSPRO Research 70% of manufacturing businesses experienced material handling and supply chain disruptions during the pandemic.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics 105

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 21, 2021

The point of the virtual summit was to discuss how streamlining the order-to-fulfillment process achieves perfect delivery, improves customer loyalty, and reduces costs. The perfect delivery includes four elements: order completeness, timeliness, condition, and documentation. Below are some key take-aways from my segment.

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