The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

About Jonathon McKay Jonathon McKay is a highly experienced partner at PATH specializing in exceptional growth strategies for the supply chain industry. Focused on logistics, manufacturing, and distribution channel strategies, Jonathon helps organizations make confident decisions for bold growth.

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3PL Links

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Image source: Pexels | Shipping Trends for 2025: What Will Change and How to Adapt The logistics industry is continuously evolving, and as we move closer to 2025, businesses will face a range of transformative changes. How to Adapt: Setting up smaller warehouses in strategic locations reduces transportation costs and shortens delivery times.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2022

He ran marketing for a large 3PL before launching his own marketing agency, Logistics Marketing Advisors, which focuses exclusively on providing marketing strategy and services to logistics businesses. Our niche focus gives us the industry understanding and contacts required to market effectively to logistics decision makers.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Keeping freight spend under control and maintaining logistics visibility has always been a top priority for supply chain leaders going into peak season. The post [WHITE PAPER] How to Create an Evolving Peak Season Shipping Strategy appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

How often do you think about your retail reverse logistics strategy? Instead of being relegated to the margins, executives must rethink their strategy and consider how a data-driven reverse supply chain can add more value and improve profit margins. The Benefits of a Data-Driven Retail Reverse Logistics Strategy.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 14, 2020

Among the strategies that businesses are adopting during this time in order to keep costs in check and reduce the size of layoffs, is to focus on procurement to maintain ongoing supplies of materials and components, and to […]. The post 6 Challenges Facing Procurement and How to Address Them appeared first on SYSPRO US.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 3, 2021

Here are five tips to build, maintain, and improve a healthy and productive relationship with your suppliers. What This Blog Is About: How to build a mutually beneficial relationship based on trust & credibility with your suppliers. The best way to establish fluid and useful communications channels with your suppliers.

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Cyzerg

OCTOBER 3, 2023

From supply chain disruptions to inaccurate demand forecasting, we will delve into the root causes of inventory shortages and provide actionable strategies for prevention. Furthermore, we will shed light on how to effectively handle stockouts when they do occur. Don't let stockouts derail your success.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Enterprises will typically negotiate one to two year agreements with termination for convenience exit clauses in case they wish to change their short to medium term strategy to market. 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 Viewpoints

JUNE 28, 2022

In today’s world where major global trade disruptions are more the norm than the exception, organizations are increasingly understanding that they have to assess their international business strategy at least on an annual basis, if not more frequently, in order to strengthen supply chain resilience and propel their global growth momentum.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 28, 2021

Adjusting current logistics strategies demonstrated the second great challenge of the pandemic. Embracing new and improved logistics strategies remains the best way to adapt to clients’ changing demands in 2021 and beyond. Strong and versatile logistics strategies depend on this data. Download the White Paper.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2020

In this interview, Ann describes some of the challenges people face when under stress along with some strategies to become more resilient. Strategies for building resilience: First of all, you need insight. In times of stress, people need to become even more aware of their mental fitness. About Ann Holm.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 5, 2022

His integrity centered communication strategies are used each day by thousands of people from “Fortune 100” firms to small start-ups. Mark has spoken in more than 30 countries on 5 continents and travels more than 200 days per year working with people helping to show them how to find and retain better clients.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 11, 2025

By integrating data from different sources, logistics managers can make more informed decisions about when and how to fulfill orders. And they support maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) for agencies that need to track and maintain assets and infrastructure across multiple sectors of the economy.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Industries are facing the need to plan new strategies and invest more in technology to gain a stronger foothold. Here is a list of challenges and solutions for manufacturers to remain resilient and maintain growth momentum. With the rise of digital transformation manufacturers can use ERP to implement their e-commerce strategies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

This article describes how to incorporate simulation techniques into optimization, build a stochastic optimization model, and end up with a more resilient supply chain model. That strategy can lead to thousands of scenarios, and still no number of scenarios will answer all questions. But it has gaps.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 9, 2025

High throughput ensures that facilities can process orders at scale without bottlenecks and maintain service quality under pressure. Clear goals ensure that investments in flexibility and throughput align with broader business strategies. Streamlined operations reduce bottlenecks, improve worker productivity, and enhance accuracy.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Companies need to consider how to manage this transition, through workforce retraining or by creating new roles related to managing and maintaining autonomous fleets. As logistics companies assess long-term strategies, it is essential to consider how autonomous technology fits into their broader operations.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 2, 2020

They’ll be discussing how to effectively use influencer marketing to boost your company’s growth and form better relationships with your customers. Tom worked with HP for years which is where he discovered how to utilize influencer marketing during the economic crash of 2008. About Tom Augenthaler. Noteworthy Questions. [3:29]

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 9, 2022

Suddenly, the situation changes, whether because of a new company strategy, ever-present retail dynamics or possibly due to a completely new influencing factor. Both predictive and retrospective data analyses are key in making fundamental decisions and defining logistics strategies. WMS and WCS to implement a strategy for the peaks.

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WorkWave

JUNE 17, 2024

Generating more leads is a key strategy for increasing revenue, expanding market reach, and establishing a strong reputation in the industry. Digital marketing has emerged as an essential strategy to effectively promote products and services online. Email marketing is an effective pest control lead generation strategy.

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ShipLilly

JUNE 28, 2021

Thankfully some strategies can be used to mitigate the cost. Companies have made it easier for customers to return products to maintain a competitive edge over other companies but as a result, nearly half of the products that are purchased are sent back to their suppliers, and returns have increased dramatically.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2021

Don’t expect to plan for every disruption; instead, develop a strategy to overcome supply chain disruption, regardless of the source. Preparing your supply chain for resiliency begins with risk management and a proactive strategy. GlobalTranz helped numerous customers overcome these constraints and maintain customer satisfaction.

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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

APRIL 1, 2021

That gave rise to a new time pricing strategy, dimension (DIM) pricing. . How to track trends developing in long-term pricing agreements. Maximizing LTL shipping rates and maintaining a competitive advantage depends on staying on top of trends and market demand. Those were the roots of LTL shipping rates. Request a SONAR Demo.

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WorkWave

JULY 28, 2024

This certification ensures they have comprehensive knowledge of medical courier practices, including handling biohazardous materials and maintaining patient confidentiality. Physical fitness is crucial in ensuring they can perform their duties efficiently and maintain their own well-being.

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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. Challenges in Supply Chain Strategy Planning Designing a resilient and agile supply chain organization is not without its challenges.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JANUARY 29, 2025

Getting Through Chinese New Year: Strategies for Importers Chinese New Year is one of the most celebrated holidays in the world, but for importers, its also one of the most challenging times of the year. Heres what you need to know about the next few weeks and how to prepare for the future.

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WorkWave

JUNE 27, 2024

Addressing this shortage is vital for maintaining efficient operations, controlling costs and ensuring customer satisfaction. This blog will delve into the current state of driver availability, its causes, consequences, strategies for mitigating the challenge, and future outlooks and long-term solutions.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Therefore, enterprises need to know how to apply transportation data to increase on-time shipping performance. . Get your team on board with new strategies. Business leaders should work to share new strategies and process improvements with all staff. There may be monetary penalties that you have to pay. Request a SONAR Demo.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 28, 2021

In the podcast interview, executive coach, Ann Holm shares easy to use strategies for increasing your influence. She also has 25 years of experience in applied brain science, using her hands-on experiences to help her coaching clients understand how to stay focused, be engaged, and energized given the demands of the 21st-century workplace.

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10xLogistics

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The final mile is the part of the supply chain that the customer actually sees and interacts with, so it must be seamless and efficient to maintain customer trust. They know how to handle items like furniture and large appliances, where the risks are even higher. Veho isn't the only company setting high standards in last mile delivery.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 5, 2020

While there are a few different factors that go into securing the Buy Box — such as product price and customer feedback — your fulfillment strategy is a top consideration for the algorithm. If you’re not quite ready to send your baby off to college, then being in charge of your own fulfillment strategy may be more your speed.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

The application of supply chain technology is essential to maintaining a competitive advantage in the height of eCommerce growth. Warehouse Managers need to understand the challenges of maintaining a competitive advantage, how technology can help, and a few best practices in leveraging technology. LEARN MORE.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Transportation Strategy Profitability Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - February 26, 2024 Transportation strategy plays a pivotal role in ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and ultimately, profitability for businesses.

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