Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2022

Logistics strategy as an enabler of new business models. They promoted logistics to the level of core process and enabler of new business models and now view a thought-through logistics strategy as an opportunity to stand out by offering a better service level to their customers, such as same-day delivery. Automation as key for growth.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 25, 2021

Below are some transportation strategies for success for suppliers of TMS, TES, and MTS. Coronavirus has changed the outlook for direct-to-consumer commerce, and a TMS is now a critical component of this strategy. Transportation strategies come in all shapes and sizes. Look to the Cloud. Improve Pricing Flexibility.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 31, 2024

This eBook provides customer examples, actionable strategies and highlights real-world benefits such as improved inventory turnover and reduced production costs. Explore this exclusive resource and gather ideas on transforming your supply chain into a model of sustainability and innovation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Supply chain network design (SCND) is a powerful tool for improving business operations. That strategy can lead to thousands of scenarios, and still no number of scenarios will answer all questions. Another strategy is to dedicate resources and build the best algorithm for demand forecasting. But it has gaps.

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Logistics in War

MAY 2, 2024

By David Beaumont On 17 April 2024, Defence’s Integrated Investment Plan was published as a companion to Australia’s National Defence Strategy. [1] There are, of course, many other examples where assumptions had led to risks being accepted in advance of war, and preparedness failures occurred as a result.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JANUARY 14, 2023

Transloading: A Comprehensive Guide With Client Examples . For example, a shipment of heavy machinery may be transferred from a cargo ship to a truck using a break-bulk method, with the machinery being stored temporarily in a warehouse before being loaded onto the truck for the final leg of the journey.

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CLX Logistics

MAY 3, 2024

A resilient and agile supply chain strategy is not just a prudent choice—it’s a necessity, especially within the context of chemical supply chains. Investing in Supply Chain Ensuring supply chain resilience is paramount for chemical companies, not only for operational efficiency but also for regulatory compliance and risk management.

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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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Dedola Global Logistics

JANUARY 14, 2023

Transloading: A Comprehensive Guide With Client Examples Transloading is a process that involves transferring cargo from one mode of transportation to another during the shipping process. We also devised a more efficient cross-docking operation and found additional air shipping routes to their existing warehouses.

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Stord

JULY 1, 2024

Let’s explore common ways brands can better manage parcel and some less known ways brands can really maximize the cost savings…spoiler alert one natural deodorant company saved over $900,000 in annual parcel expenses utilizing these strategies. Well they achieved it by deploying these exact strategies.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2024

For many logistics facilities, heightened demand necessitates ramped-up operations, leading to increased energy consumption and resource strain. Continuous warehouse operations escalate wear on equipment, raise maintenance costs, and amplify electricity use for conveyor systems.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

As a result, NX Europe is now able to implement customized local reduction strategies in alignment with SBT. Our well-defined sustainability goals are not only deeply embedded in our operations but also subject to continuous monitoring of success.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

The ongoing tariff negotiations have made life and business operations extremely difficult for countless manufacturers and distributors across the U.S. These steps aren’t one-time actionable steps but rather long-term focuses that should be implemented alongside other operational and business strategies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2022

For example, related to warehouse technology, a recent Lucas Systems industry study found 89% of respondents agreed that implementing artificial intelligence-based software within distribution centers can provide a competitive advantage. Technology can play an important part. Consider employee happiness into your ROI calculations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

The role of logistics in modern companies is not only to support corporate strategy but also to enable it. Organizations realize the need for agility to pivot their logistics operations quickly, allowing them to meet new market conditions. How about your need for a seamless corporate transportation analysis?

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Conger

JANUARY 27, 2023

Examples of automation range from a household thermostat to a large industrial control system, self-driven vehicles, and warehousing robots. The operation in fixed automation's sequence isn't complex and involves fundamental functionalities like rotational or plain linear motion or both.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2024

With claims cost inflation, parts shortages and rising costs of vehicle technology it is crucial to have a robust risk management strategy. Advice from these experts on enablement, the use of dashcams and sensors, risk management programs and use case examples. How can data help achieve and support this? How can data be shared?

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Demand forecasting has more to do with consumer interest in your product, trends in the marketplace, and how these and other factors could affect your future day-to-day operations. For example, if you’re introducing a new product and there are no similar products to draw historical data from, qualitative research is a must to reduce risk.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

If you’re not employing a multichannel sales strategy, you’re clearly missing out. But what, exactly is a multichannel sales strategy, and is it worth the investment? Even if a brick-and-mortar store does not have an online sales strategy, it should be using a multichannel marketing strategy. What is a Sales Channel?

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Conger

JULY 28, 2022

Plenty of examples of warehousing. High capital and operating costs make private warehouses a realistic option only for large, established businesses. Owners/operators are responsible for the full setup and operation, including building design and construction, registration, hiring, and ongoing maintenance. Let's dive in!

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 27, 2023

The affiliated companies, for example, contributed the lion’s share of EUR 30 million to the total increase in turnover of EUR 45.46 ” Logistics Strategy In particular, the locally managed locations were very successful in the free development of independent logistics services. .”

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2024

However, the peak period has slowly started to extend beyond the usual end of year rush, and logistics companies are being forced to scale up their operations sooner than ever before. Typically, the rush leading up to Black Friday, Christmas, and Boxing Day sales means a surge in demand, with consumers snapping up deals and bagging a bargain.

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Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Learn how to organize your data operations in alignment with supply chain strategy. Cloud-based supply chain management tools, the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are expected to figure prominently in future supply chain operations. More data is coming in than ever before.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 1, 2022

Has your company ever suffered problems with, implemented, or even considered implementing a sales and operations (S&OP) planning process? Often, in our experience, the problem is a human one… It’s not the data, not the process, not the technology, or the strategy, but the people. Who’s Who in the S&OP Process?

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

APRIL 4, 2020

In the supply chain, many factories have postponed the resumption of work, and most factories will start operations in March, which will lead to untimely product supply, but many sellers are now anxious to prepare for the annual prime day, which may be inconvenient. Out of stock is a problem that many sellers will face during this time.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 13, 2021

In order to get to that stage, executive decision-makers and their organizations must work to ensure that the primary drivers, the system, process and people come together to operate the new system and perform the new processes. Once that has ended, the operation stage starts. The maintenance strategy for operating an ERP system.

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WorkWave

JULY 12, 2024

This article will discuss six effective steps businesses can take to improve their waste management operations and ensure they run a sustainable and responsible operation. Optimizing Routes and Services One key step in improving waste management operations is optimizing routes and waste management services.

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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. One of these values, for example, may be an incredible customer experience. With so many variables to consider, it can be difficult to know where to start.

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GoShip Blog

JANUARY 19, 2021

And while uncertainty still hangs over many businesses, others are adopting new practices to shore up their shipping strategies in a post-COVID marketplace. 2020 proved that there are still steps to be made if businesses are going to build shipping strategies designed to withstand any storms that come over the horizon. .

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EazyStock

APRIL 13, 2022

What is a supply chain strategy? A supply chain strategy explains how a company will bring goods into the business and get them out to customers as effectively as possible. Considering every phase in the supply chain, such as sourcing goods, logistics and delivery, the strategy optimizes operations to reduce costs and maximize profits.

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IoT World Today

OCTOBER 15, 2020

As organizations continue to adapt to the roller-coaster ride of 2020, some leaders’ pre-pandemic IT strategies brought business resilience even as COVID-19 struck. Indeed, some organizations spent several years laying the foundations for data-driven strategy and remote operations even prior to COVID-19.

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Globalior

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Sales and operations planning is a process in which you plan for the sales and production of products. You can use sales and operations planning to help you with your decisions. You can use sales and operations planning to help you with your decisions. How to Create a Sales and Operations Plan.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 15, 2024

Understanding through Experimentation Stress testing , in the context of experiment-driven planning, involves running countless scenarios to simulate and understand how a supply chain responds across the likely ranges of demand and supply outcomes, along with a wide array of potential disruptions and operational conditions.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Here are seven proven strategies every supply chain manager should explore to streamline operations, boost efficiency, and drive profitability. Example: Retail giant Zara uses real-time data from its stores to adjust inventory dynamically. Cost Saving Tips for Every Supply Chain Manager 1.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Improve customer satisfaction: specialized operators like 3PL service providers guarantee delivery of the order the next day or even the same day and in excellent condition. 4PL: From supplier to end customer With broader operations than 3PL, the 4PL partner guarantees supplier management and technology integration throughout the process.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 1, 2024

Top Challenges Faced by Companies: Customer Preferences: Example: An online fashion retailer faces the challenge of constantly changing customer preferences. They design their supply chain on a continuous basis and focus on ecommerce retailing strategies that segment their customer base according to buying behavior.

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Ship Monk

MAY 5, 2022

There are a few different ways to go about the big move, so it’s a matter of choosing the strategy that keeps your sales and fulfillment operations flowing smoothly throughout the transition. Most companies employ one of the following three strategies: Strategy 1: “Hard Switching” from Your Previous 3PL.

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