Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 15, 2025

From balancing cost-efficiency with ethical sourcing to enhancing transparency and integrating corporate social responsibility (CSR), businesses face mounting pressure to align their operations with sustainability, technology, and energy practices. Energy audits and efficiency measures can further enhance compliance and cost-effectiveness.

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3PL Links

JANUARY 8, 2025

Image source: iStocks | The Ultimate Guide to Fleet Management: Strategies to Control and Optimize Your Processes Investing in a fleet management system results in an improvement in internal processes, which directly reflects the quality of the service provided to the end customer. Speak with 3PL Links to maximize your fleets performance!

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WorkWave

JANUARY 21, 2025

Tax Incentives for Sustainable Practices The new administration has historically favored tax incentives for domestic production and energy-efficient technology. These might include discounts for purchasing electric lawn equipment or energy-efficient pest control solutions. economy rather than keeping them in foreign accounts.

Cost Reduction 110

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Brad serves as the Senior Director of Customer Strategy at Emerge , the leading freight procurement platform. Brad brings it all to the table from characterizing Emerge’s brand and culture, presenting Emerge’s value proposition to the industry, and determining pivotal insights to enhance customer experience.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 22, 2025

In a recent Wall Street Journal op-ed, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy outlined their proposal for a Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), emphasizing streamlined governance and technological transformation. Although DOGE focuses on improving efficiency within the U.S. government, its impact could extend to the private sector.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 16, 2024

High-Precision GPS: Accurate navigation is essential for deliveries, and high-precision GPS systems ensure that ADVs reach the correct destination efficiently. 5G Connectivity: The speed and low latency of 5G networks allow ADVs to communicate with infrastructure and other vehicles in real time, improving safety and operational efficiency.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2024

She discusses her company’s innovative and sustainable cold chain packaging solutions that maintain frozen or refrigerated temperatures for up to nine days, allowing for more efficient and environmentally friendly shipping. Nicole and her hosts amplify the voices of trailblazing women in supply chain and logistics.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

This stability can be based on Singapore’s strategic location, advanced port facilities, and efficient shipping services, which have collectively bolstered its maritime power. This decline suggests potential challenges or shifts in its maritime strategy. However, South Korea is still the third most important player in the region.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

These automated systems, powered by sophisticated technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, offer unparalleled efficiency and precision. This is enough space to generate almost double their power needs, and solar panels are constantly gaining efficiency. According to JLL, the U.S.

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LandLink

DECEMBER 28, 2021

These last two years have presented both logistics planners and provider with the most volatile supply chain environment in decades. Here are some strategies a qualified 3PL can help you deploy to manage what may be ahead. Supply chains have been severely impacted by COVID-19.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 29, 2018

In many cases, devising ways to become energy-efficient involves activities that benefit the environment and simultaneously cut costs. Whether you replace light bulbs or have fuel-efficient trucks, the ROI happens quickly.”. That is part of an overall vehicle efficiency goal of a 50% reduction (from a 2005 baseline) by 2025.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 23, 2024

The UN World Commission on Environment and Development defines sustainability as “development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” We’ve taken those levers and translated them into bite-size strategies and tactics for DTC and B2B ecommerce businesses.

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WorkWave

MARCH 13, 2025

In this context, real-time tracking emerges as a game-changer for last-mile logistics, offering increased visibility, efficiency and customer satisfaction. Efficient last-mile delivery can differentiate a business from its competitors, while inefficient practices can lead to increased costs and frustrated customers.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Curtis’ career has taken him through LTL operations – both driver and dock, Weights and Research, pricing, yield management, strategy, sales, and technology. For carriers, it presents an opportunity to expand their market share and increase their profitability.

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CH Robinson Logistics

JUNE 10, 2021

In today’s market, knowing where to evaluate and adjust your LTL capacity strategies can feel overwhelming. But making faster, meaningful improvements to your LTL supply chain strategies and operations can be a seamless process that makes a positive impact on your business. Diversify your capacity network.

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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

JANUARY 30, 2025

Warehouse managers and executives face constant pressure to meet rising customer expectations while maintaining cost efficiency and operational excellence. Overlaying a dynamic layer on top of the WMS can sometimes be the the best and most efficient strategy.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 23, 2021

Companies in the over-the-road trucking industry constantly strive to boost efficiency. However, increasing freight management efficiency can come in several different forms and can present a difficult challenge. This makes for an excellent freight management tool and can make an impactful difference in a shipper’s efficiency.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Data can also be used to generate reports and insights that can help distributors improve their business regarding everything from pricing and product selection to marketing and sales strategies. Supply chain management The international sourcing of automotive components is now a common practice but it can still present challenges.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Among the many notable presentations were the robotics solutions unveiled by Angelini Technologies – Fameccanica. The company introduced three standout systems— Papick , Depax , and ItPick —all designed to improve efficiency, accuracy, and sustainability in logistics operations.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

In the podcast interview, Ann shared 3 strategies that people can use to be more productive, happier, and healthier, in other words reclaiming your energy, passion, and time. Strategy 1 – Be present! The problem is that we are often disengaged from the present while we worry about our latest work email or text.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 24, 2022

At the conference, I was fortunate to see a presentation from Brent Wilson, Senior Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Qualcomm. Qualcomm is looking at how artificial intelligence can turn a physical environment and into 1s and 0s for better efficiencies.

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CLX Logistics

AUGUST 23, 2023

Chemical companies face various logistic challenges in managing their supply chains efficiently and sustainably, especially during economic uncertainty and volatility. Within the umbrella of modal transportation lies intermodal transportation , which combines different modes for efficiency.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 12, 2024

This session dives into the tools, strategies, and market shifts that are transforming cross-border logistics, offering valuable insights into the future of the industry. Mexico trade is presenting both opportunities and challenges in infrastructure and capacity. Navigate the Growth in Nearshoring: Understand how the growth in U.S.-Mexico

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

To help you out, we’ve put together a list of seven strategies that will help you double your business with reviews, referrals and marketing. 7 Strategies for Growth. That means that the way you present yourself online is crucial to winning new business. Let’s dive right in! Win your customers’ trust. LEARN MORE.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

Labour productivity: Efficiency and productivity of picking, packing, and shipping activities. Competitor intelligence: Distribution strategies and network designs of your competitors. By standardising distribution processes across your network, you can simplify operations for economy and efficiency.

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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Running a pest control business involves more than pest eliminationit requires efficient operations, streamlined scheduling and strong customer relationships. It ensures that pest control jobs are assigned efficiently, leading to faster service delivery and increased productivity.

Optimization Software 66

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Importers will look for near-term strategies to move their shipments away from congested trade lanes or process containers further inland to minimize the impact of lead time variability that has dramatically increased in 2021. Online buying will fuel home delivery growth, challenges and new strategies.

Waste Reduction 141

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

In today’s fast-paced world, efficient delivery scheduling has become a cornerstone of successful logistics. This guide seeks to uncover the best practices that can enhance delivery efficiency, from core components to advanced strategies. Route Optimization : Use tools to find the most efficient routes.

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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. Fritz Medal for Excellence in Humanitarian Logistics. The award is named after Lynn C. Logistics is all about pallets.

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Log-hub

JANUARY 21, 2025

They help businesses organize and analyze data, leading to better decision-making and improved efficiency. By organizing data into clear, structured formats, matrices provide insights that support decision-making and operational efficiency. Matrices are powerful mathematical tools that play a crucial role in supply chain management.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The balancing act: efficiency and sustainability Peak season often presents a delicate balancing act between speed and environmental responsibility. Many professionals may find themselves asking: How is it possible to maintain efficiency without sacrificing sustainability?

Waste Reduction 60

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The integration of drone technology holds the potential to revolutionize how businesses approach pest management, presenting both opportunities and considerations. Drones equipped with advanced sensors and precision capabilities enable enhanced monitoring of agricultural fields, ensuring that pest surveillance is more efficient than ever.

Cost Reduction 52

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

It will gradually replace the existing RX series in all weight classes and, according to STILL, set new standards in energy efficiency and sustainability. When it comes to energy efficiency, the new RXE 10-16C leads the way. STILL also wants to provide a smart answer to this: with a consistent circularity strategy.

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Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Learn how to organize your data operations in alignment with supply chain strategy. Complex supply chains generate more data, which companies can use to drive greater efficiency or engage in innovation that disrupts an entire industry—think Amazon. It arrives from an array of sources, and it is presented in a variety of formats.

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3PL Links

JANUARY 1, 2025

Maintaining specific temperature conditions presents a series of obstacles that can compromise the quality, safety, and efficiency of the process. Below, we will explain some common challenges faced in the cold chain and the strategies to successfully overcome them.

Optimal Sourcing 62

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Slotting is about product placement and ensuring we have an operation that is as efficient as possible. Those picks are much more efficient than store picks and less disruptive to customers. We created a presentation to explain how the new slotting process works. We factor that into our recruiting strategy.

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