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Growing in a Hyper Competitive Market with Samantha Jones

The Logistics of Logistics

Samantha is the Founder of Samantha Jones Consulting which is focused on helping companies in the logistics industry increase their sustainable revenue by building and implementing customized and enhanced sales and brand strategies. Insights on the consolidation of the freight brokerage industry and the role of advanced technologies.

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Will 2025 be the year we finally Remove Logistics Blind Spots?

Logistics Business Magazine

Without appointment management capabilities in place, for example, facilities can easily become overwhelmed by a flood of phone calls and emails from carriers trying to schedule inbound or outbound pickups, as well as managing labour planning within the facility. It all starts with tracking the driver’s ETA en route to the facility.

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Supply Chain & Logistics News January 2nd-6th 2025

Logistics Viewpoints

Postal Service (USPS) initially announced a ban on all inbound packages from China and Hong Kong due to a new 10% tariff on Chinese goods and the end of a customs exemption for small-value parcels. This approach helps companies meet regulatory requirements and address consumer demands for transparency.

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Boston University’s Sourcing Transformation

Logistics Viewpoints

In 2017, a strategy consultant was hired to do a top-to-bottom assessment of the Boston University procurement program. 98% of our inbound invoices are paid electronically without a human looking at them.” They recommended a change in leadership. Randall Moore was hired as the new chief procurement officer in May.

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Supply Chain & Logistics News February 2nd-6th 2025

Logistics Viewpoints

Postal Service (USPS) initially announced a ban on all inbound packages from China and Hong Kong due to a new 10% tariff on Chinese goods and the end of a customs exemption for small-value parcels. This approach helps companies meet regulatory requirements and address consumer demands for transparency.

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The Unsung Hero of Logistics with Jeff Booth

The Logistics of Logistics

Jeff has had the opportunity to help lead a variety of different business units throughout his career including Circuit City stores, the world’s largest pet training service at Petsmart, analytics and strategy for a movie theater chain, and a carrier sales team at Globaltranz.

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Alleviating the Uncertainty of Peak Season: The Role of Home Delivery in 2024

Logistics Viewpoints

Are they meeting consumers’ home delivery expectations, whether that’s affordable delivery, specific time windows, or sustainable options? When considering their last mile strategy this peak season, retailers should also take note of the growing interest in the environmental impact of home delivery, especially among younger consumers.