Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 8, 2014

The increased use of 3PLs for transportation, warehousing, and fulfillment is one example of this trend in specialization. Food & Beverage Industry Inventory Management Logistics Outsourcing Replenishment' Concurrently, these same organizations are shifting responsibility for other processes to specialist organizations.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Outsourcing. Outsourcing is simply defined as the contracting out of services. In this article, outsourcing will refer specifically to transport and warehousing functions. Establishing clear outsourcing goals ensures that the decision to outsource aligns with the company’s strategic objectives.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 16, 2018

Supply chain executives need to take a few moments to learn more about the top 2018 manufacturing trends that will make it possible. Check Out the Top 2018 Manufacturing Trends. Reshoring is expected to be a major driving force and one of the most important of the 2018 manufacturing trends. The concept of reshoring is simple.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 19, 2016

Some of these transportation management trends reflect real worries for the logistics industry. Take a look at six of the trends to watch for in transportation management this year. For example, a given trucker who drives beyond the hours of service in the ELD could incur stiff penalties and fines from oversight agencies.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 21, 2020

New technology trends for small businesses emerge each passing year. Tools like Kissmetrics, for example, enable businesses to analyze marketing data to support decision-making by management. Outsource IT to reduce outages, downtime, and more. Use Artificial Intelligence (AI) for routine tasks.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 12, 2017

As I wrote last June, investments are rising in Supply Chain Operating Networks and Descartes is a prime example of this trend in action — a trend that I predict will continue to gain momentum in the months and years ahead. I also attended the session on Datamyne. There are so many possibilities.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

The answers to these questions lie in understanding a few of the top industrial procurement trends to expect in 2018. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Analytics Driven Procurement Will Take Center Stage as the Key Player in all the Industrial Procurement Trends.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 13, 2016

We have discussed how manufacturers are changing the landscape through surprising, innovative trends. For third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ), logistics industry trends will dramatically affect how logistics providers of all sizes operate. Logistics Entities Move Towards Sustainability. 3PLs Will Expand Services.

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MTS Logistics

JULY 15, 2020

Keeping up to date on the latest cybersecurity trends isn’t an easy task, as many of these workers are prime targets for cybercriminals. For example, many hackers take advantage of security vulnerabilities in software to gain access to confidential information. Consider Outsourcing IT Security.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Looking to real-life examples for inspiration, we can ask, ‘Who does reverse logistics well?’ For regulators and the public, reverse logistics may be judged by how safe and how green the process is, for example, recycling products instead of throwing them into a landfill. Persuade the customer otherwise.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 15, 2022

Increased wages and benefits haven’t been enough to reverse the trend. As a result, we’re seeing some developing trends heading into the second half of the year.”. Specifically, Honeywell sees six trends emerging in the warehouse and DC industries. Increasingly aggressive adoption of proven automation technologies.

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Now, That's Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Here are six contract logistics trends that all shippers should be watching in the year ahead: More companies are realizing the value of contract logistics. For example, DB Schenker covers all stages of the supply chain—from supplier to customer delivery, reverse logistics to aftermarket support and healthcare services to cloud logistics.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Ralf Duester, board member of the Bochum-based SCM software specialist Setlog, shows which trends will be important in 2024. At a glance: The top ten SCM trends in 2024 1. Open-source software is increasingly convincing In detail: The ten most important SCM trends in 2024 1. Skilled labour shortage forces action 2.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 27, 2016

For the future of logistics outsourcing , there are two possibilities: either guess it, or invent it. Nevertheless, that does not preclude looking at trends appearing today to consider their potential impact or possibilities for leverage. Customising logistics outsourcing to each business unit. SMB logistics outsourcing needs.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 20, 2025

What are some examples of Supply Chain Automation? Predictive Analytics and Demand Forecasting – Modern supply chain systems analyse historical data, market trends and even weather patterns to predict future demand. The system validates the order, checks inventory, allocates stock and generates picking lists in seconds.

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Conger

JULY 28, 2022

Plenty of examples of warehousing. In essence, public warehouses function as outsourced logistics operations wherein other businesses or individuals can receive, hold/store, and ship their goods. Perhaps the most prominent fulfillment center example is Amazon’s fulfillment centers. Their pros and cons. Let's dive in!

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 8, 2019

3 Supply Chain Trends to Track in 2019. However, this year hasn’t quite closed out yet (at the time of writing), so in the true spirit of just-in-time delivery, here’s a quick appraisal of three current trends that I believe will come on stronger, and perhaps become some of the most important to supply chain operators in 2019.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

By contrast, the third-party logistics model is where a manufacturer retains oversight of its supply chain but outsources such processes as warehousing, shipping, packing, and distribution to a 3PL provider. This outsourcing allows the company to focus on its core manufacturing business and higher-value projects. percent over FY19.

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Trinity Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

For example, raw agricultural materials have increased 117 percent since 2000 , rubber has seen an increase of 359 percent, and steel is up 167 percent. As a result, a growing trend among chemical manufacturers is turning to outside help for their logistics. Outsourcing your transportation is one solution to that problem.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2022

There are lively debates about the meaning and prioritization of scale, globalization, outsourcing, and inventory optimization. The percentage of purchases made and fulfilled through digital commerce has exploded in the past two years, advancing a pre-pandemic trend by as much as 10 years according to some industry watchers.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Demand is far exceeding supply, and this trend is expected to continue through the rest of 2021. Reviewing historical records and analyzing trends can help uncover any slow processes and extra costs. For example, you may discover that one carrier consistently adds accessorial charges while another compatible carrier does not.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

The trend of outsourcing to overseas suppliers and contractors may be losing some of its luster. For example, it may specify the percentage of a product’s domestic content or label a product as “Assembled in the USA” instead. dollar are just some of the risks companies face when they outsource production to other countries.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 11, 2024

For example, BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) in logistics, manufacturing, IT and HR requires an organisation to not only know how to procure or acquire an external solution through cross-functional effort, but also be able to manage vendor performance and ensure the value of the outsourcing solution is sustainable.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2015

The transportation blog posts focus on trends, trucking, and technology. Report Points to Increase of Shippers Outsourcing Transportation Management Due to These 4 Core Benefits. Outsourcing various parts of your company to other businesses that specialize in those areas has long been a solution that can give you excellent results.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

This is incredibly challenging, considering today’s global supply chains are built on a foundation of increased complexity, globalization, outsourcing, trading partners, geopolitical tensions, trade wars, and risk. Consider this example. And the past data trends are obsolete and rapidly becoming more so. Consider this example.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Here are just a few examples of leveraging data to enable modern transportation orchestration: Do you need rapid and accurate evaluation of different transportation options? How about your need for a seamless corporate transportation analysis?

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

Third party logistics (3PL) is the function by where the owner of goods outsources numerous components of the supply chain to a 3PL company that can perform the management function of the clients’ customs, inbound freight, distribution, warehousing, order fulfilment and outbound freight to the client’s customers. What is 3PL? Responsiveness.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 9, 2024

For example, sustainability regulations in the EU and other regions are becoming more stringent. Anticipating Regulatory Changes: The Key to Effective DPP Strategies A crucial part of an effective DPP strategy is anticipating those future regulatory trends. For example, businesses in the U.S.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

In logistics and supply chain management, however, transport and warehousing are the most significant sharing processes thanks to a welter of economic benefits for all parties—and the trend is accelerating despite the dampening effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. Example #2: Airtasker. Example #2: Airtasker. Other Examples.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 1, 2016

The lean manufacturing revolution of the 1970s, the outsourcing trend of the 1990s and the automation of the 2000s set the stage for the digital transformation we are seeing today. The 52 percent who aren't ready will soon be playing catch-up to companies on the cutting edge of these trends. Industry 4.0

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2022

For example, you don’t want to assume that a single logistics strategy and service approach will meet all your customers’ needs. Step 2: Gap Analysis – Customer Requirements and Supply Chain Trends. Naturally, the first part of this task will be to research and clarify those key trends. It may do, but how do you know?

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 21, 2020

With the significant disruption to Australia’s supply chains caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, the question now focusing the minds of supply chain managers is whether production outsourced to China can be brought back onshore—and if so at what cost. Can a Re-shoring Drive Reverse the Outsourcing Trend? Economic Benefits.

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2020

Managed Services is when you outsource your freight and logistics processes to a third-party logistics (3PL) provider, such as Trinity Logistics. Examples of basic reports include freight spend totals, shipment statuses, and shipment volume reports. Managed Services. Reporting & Analyzing. Analyzed Freight Spend Reports.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 6, 2017

However, the trend appears to show an increase in attacks on automotive and chemical companies for this year. For example, blockchain technology might help keep different consumers’ and companies’ financial data secure. In addition, automotive manufacturers were affected most, accounting for 30 percent of all cyber-attacks in 2015.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Apparel, for example, has too many subdivisions to be a true niche — there’s athleisure, swimwear, cocktail dresses, and so on and so forth, to infinity and beyond. Going back to the apparel example, let’s say a prospective buyer is looking for a shirt. Historical trends (Was your niche more popular at a certain point in time?)

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Ship Monk

JULY 28, 2021

Take us, for example. In fact, stumbling upon this article may very well have been part of your outsourcing process! Social proof can come from all sorts of places, but the below examples have proven to be some of the most effective. , but that doesn’t detract from just how important social proof is. The world is your oyster!

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 17, 2022

We’re talking responsible consumption and production, for example, transition to renewable energy, ethical labor and trade, the manufacturing and retail impacts on life on land and underwater, just being sustainable and meaningfully contributing to the communities where we operate. Sustainable Supply Chain in Action: An Example.

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