Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 24, 2024

With the advent of e-commerce, increasing globalisation and rationalisation of industries, todays market place demands fast, flexible and efficient supply chains. Amazingly, many companies have suffered after outsourcing decisions were made at an operational level, without due regard to the boards supply chain strategy.

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Logistics in War

MAY 11, 2023

Fuel and ammunition feed into the discussion of force posture, and the importance of exercises to build ‘preparedness including minimum viable improvements in key areas’ is also clear (pp 78-80). This is, of course, a normal goal for logistics planners to have.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 19, 2022

In that type of scenario, the gains in accuracy and speed might be better achieved by slotting products intelligently along the aisles. Scenarios like this highlight how critical it is, when slotting, to think about SKU placement from all angles and why the slotting process can be complex , even if the concept is simple.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 14, 2020

The effects of the economic shutdowns stemming from the COVID-19 crisis have trickled down to Q4 and have managed to create unforeseen supply chain challenges for business operations across North America. Predictive Analytics regarding supply chains can help provide some actionable insights into the budgeting process. Operational KPIs.

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Trinity Logistics

JUNE 6, 2022

While having a good diet for truck drivers might seem difficult, with a little preparation and planning, it can be doable and keep you hauling freight for years to come. Keep reading for tips, food ideas, benefits to healthy eating, and more so you can find a healthy diet convenient. TIPS FOR A HEALTHY DIET. PLAN AHEAD.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2019

It is a well-known fact that supply chain is increasingly becoming digital. But is simply adding a digital component to the complex supply chain network enough to make it efficient? According to IBM, integrating supply chain with customer insight is essential for the success of the omnichannel. What more is required?

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Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

9 Golden Rules for Meaningful Supply Chain KPIs. I’ve written many posts on this blog about the importance of having a supply chain strategy that’s aligned with the overall business plan, and why it is a mistake to have misaligned strategies. Golden Rule #1: Meaningful KPIs Require a Meaningful Strategy.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 31, 2021

If you plan to continue your omnichannel retail operation, though, and compete successfully with pure-play etailers, it’s something you will need to get a handle on. The tips in this article will help you know how to identify the customers, products, and processes that might be inflating your cost to serve (CTS) unnecessarily.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2017

Through its extensive span of activities, the supply chain sector offers wide-ranging possibilities for employment and career progression. In a different context, online retailer Amazon spotted inefficiencies in the supply chains of other companies. This adds up to considerable potential for varied and satisfying supply chain careers.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 21, 2017

At the next Logistics Bureau Free Executive Breakfast (which will take place in August), I’ll be discussing the alignment of supply chain and business strategy along with eight other important levers for supply chain performance improvement. A Long History of Supply Chain Strategy Misalignment.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Let’s look at the basics: what slotting is, scenarios where it may prove useful, the key benefits of slotting and then some tips from decades of experience in the industry. After helping many clients with their warehouse slotting process, we find that the same scenarios keep popping up. What is slotting?

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ShipLilly

OCTOBER 16, 2019

In reality, this can be a costly and time-consuming exercise that may delay your sales strategy significantly, yet you cannot avoid it if you do not want the authorities to come for you. You can also pick up tips from other established companies. The post Tips for doing business in China appeared first on ShipLilly.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2017

The rise in e-commerce has sparked new service solutions from LTL carriers particularly as “supply chains become shorter, turn times are quicker and there’s a drive for small, but more frequent shipments”, according to Mr. Ross. and just recently announced plans to expand their last-mile hubs to 85 within a few years.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 1, 2022

They are long-term agreements, typically six to twelve months, agreed to in advance of freight execution via a procurement exercise between shippers and transportation providers. They’re volatile and constantly changing since they’re based on the fluctuating truck-to-shipment ratio, which reflects supply and demand in the freight market.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 12, 2020

In an attempt to help you keep your supply chain organisation from analysis paralysis, metric manipulation, or measurement misnomers, I decided to use this post to share nine important guidelines, or golden rules, for benchmarking your business and monitoring performance using meaningful supply chain KPIs.

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Logistics in War

JULY 8, 2023

The review, and statement which followed, portends sweeping changes to the Defence Integrated Investment Plan and to the force structure and the roles of the ADF’s Services consequently. Supply chain resilience is, of course, a part of this narrative – as we are reminder every time we hear about guided-weapons or military fuels.

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3PL Links

JUNE 19, 2024

It is frequently the key to achieving successful operational outcomes as well as the creation of sound, well-planned actions that pave the way for success. Efficient inventory management To prevent running out of stock or having too much on hand, you must exercise caution when handling the inventory of your company. Contact us !

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 31, 2016

If you’re a supply chain professional, the tips and guidance in this post will probably not be new to you. Without sufficient attention to these elements, your company will find it harder and harder to compete against the growing number of organisations taking a strategic supply chain stance. Supply Chain Strategy.

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World Food Programme Logistics

MAY 20, 2020

I’ve set up a small office in my bedroom where I know I have a good internet connection and constant power supply. Kamal’s two rooftop activities: reading and exercise. It’s scary to realise that but if we have contingency plan, either for home or the office, then we’re in a better situation. What’s your new office set up like?

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

If you’re a supply chain professional, the tips and guidance in this post will probably not be new to you. Without sufficient attention to these elements, your company will find it harder and harder to compete against the growing number of organisations taking a strategic supply chain stance. The 12 Supply Chain Basics 1.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

In this article, we will get to know Consumer Packaged Goods, the types of CPGs available, and the types of packaging you will need if you also plan on transporting CPGs via freight services. Companies that supply manufacturers often face intense competition. What is Consumer Packaging? Many CPG brands pop up every year.

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GoShip Blog

MARCH 21, 2023

Here are some tips on how you can create an effective inbound freight management system: Utilize A TMS A TMS, or transportation management system, is a platform used in logistics that provides data about day-to-day transportation operations, trade compliance, and documentation. Not to worry, we will help you get started.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 1, 2020

In case you need multimodal transportation to ship your cargo, carry out this exercise for all the transporters in the chain. Make sure you share the correct information regarding transit time, the route to be taken, contingency plans, documentation requirements, and payment terms with the shipper at the time of inquiry.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 3, 2016

David told us that in order to go through the “Broker Operations Manual”, which includes all the relevant theoretical info and data, one should plan on setting aside about three weeks. And then you should also plan on at least one more week of hands-on training at a brokerage where you will develop some initial skills.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 2, 2023

In the best-case scenario, your product is so unique that you have that niche all to yourself, but this is rare and usually doesn’t last long. If you’re already knee deep in design iterations and fulfillment provider RFPs, we hope you’ve already gone through this exercise. What Problem is your Product or Brand Solving?

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 27, 2016

If your organization is struggling with unreliable inbound supply, one of the first things to examine is the effectiveness of your supplier performance evaluation process. However based on observations made in the course of our consulting work, many organisations perceive it as a purely remedial or punitive exercise.

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Conger

JULY 20, 2020

Bonus Tip : The Fair Labor Standards Act prohibits anyone under 18 years old from operating forklifts in non-agricultural environments. This portion of training must consist of “demonstrations performed by the trainer and practical exercises performed by the trainee” [OSHA standard 1910.178(l)(2)(ii) ]. Certification by your employer.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

In the meantime companies still had to deliver goods to their customers despite variations in demand and labour supply. The new supply chain remedy born during the 1970s and 80s and refined over the years as globalization has materialized. Select low if the product supply process is simple e.g. receive order, pick and dispatch.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

We hope the tips and ideas in this article will help you make inroads into warehouse energy and labour cost reduction. Some you will find reasonably affordable and fast to implement, while others require significant investment and planning, but if nothing else, they should provide you with some food for thought.

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Your passion for pets can pave the way to profitable ventures that go beyond traditional grooming services and supply stores. Starting your own pet business, be it grooming services or an online supply store, lets you merge your passion with profit. There are endless pet business ideas!

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 1, 2015

No matter, how hard a package consultant tips one on the product feature, the local business needs will try to paint it in the way they want to see it. In our projects we end up with such scenario, don''t we? In this context the external force is the knowledge of the product and its capability to handle a business need.

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Conger

JULY 28, 2022

Get 15 tips for improving warehouse safety. 15 Warehouse Safety Tips. Each of these scenarios can be converted into warehouse performance metrics to show how time losses translate into lower business profits. 1910 Subpart E: Exit Routes and Emergency Planning. 15 Warehouse Safety Tips. Let’s dive in!

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 21, 2020

They’re also integrating with local cartage agents and white glove carriers specializing in commercial and residential deliveries of oversize items, like furniture and exercise equipment. Tips for LTL Shipping Success in 2021. Plan for rate increases. LTL Freight Volumes Will Remain Volatile in 2021. Set expectations.

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