GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2016

A recent survey, conducted by Handshake , found more than 79 percent of companies providing B2B sales already have customers clamoring for online ordering. B2B Partners Demand Self-Service. B2B partners’ sales representatives’ jobs are defined by working with your company to obtain the products and services you possess.

Manufacturing Procurement 87

Manufacturing Procurement Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Price Reduction 87

Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 30, 2023

based non-asset-based 3PL BlueGrace Logistics, could be viewed as replete with signs of cautious optimism, heading into the fourth quarter, which is traditionally viewed as the busiest time of the year for shipping activity. And for the fourth quarter, another 27% noted they are neutral, and 8% are negative.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 117

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 12, 2025

based, non-asset-based 3PL BlueGrace Logistics, signaled positive momentum for both order volume expectations and revenue expectations, for the second quarter. BlueGrace describes this report as an important tool for measuring expected expansion or contraction within the logistics sector.

Inventory Reduction 62

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 9, 2017

Editor's Note: Our friend, Jim Bierfeldt with LogisticsMarketing.com , came up with a 3PL Survey for buyers of logistics services. Take the survey below. Over the past few years, we have surveyed about 350 different buyers of logistics services. Take the 3PL Survey Here .

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Expedited Freight Questions Answered Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 10, 2023 Whether your organization uses expedited freight shipping every day or occasionally, it pays to understand how to use these services as effectively as possible.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 116

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 14, 2015

With the aid of modern supply chain technology applications, you can create better visibility within your supply chain , which will enable you to have more control over your business and stay ahead of the competition. Radio frequency identification (RFID) has become one of the megatrends in logistics.

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Locus

OCTOBER 7, 2022

A consumer survey showed that 55% of consumers will switch their retail brands if they find their delivery times are too slow. Technology solutions for last-mile fulfillment have emerged as the quickest, most practical way to meet these steep consumer demands. Some surveys and studies suggest 52% of the IT projects do overtime budgets.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2015

Technology and Manufacturing: It is a Part of the Cerasis DNA & How we Empower our Manufacturing Shippers. At Cerasis, our backbone is business process improvement through technology. Our technology department in Tulsa is comprised of several developers who solve our customers’ transportation management needs.

Manufacturing Procurement 97

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Freightos

MAY 23, 2024

More Resources Home Innovative Synergies: Logistics Tech Lessons from Other Industries Judah Levine May 23, 2024 Though the logistics and supply chain industry has made and continues to make a lot of progress in its digital transformation, it has a reputation for being part of the late majority or even a laggard in terms of digitalization.

Industry 112

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Locus

OCTOBER 25, 2023

. ‘ To help businesses demystify this term and implement it effectively, our latest InFocus webinar dives deep into its intricacies. Hosted by Mehul Kapadia, the Chief Revenue Officer at Locus, this webinar provides invaluable insights for businesses, particularly in Asia. Missed the real-time buzz? Click here! The culprit?

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Q1 optimism seen in BlueGrace Confidence Index Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - December 11, 2023 The recently-released edition of the BlueGrace Logistics Confidence Index issued by Tampa, Fla.-based

Inventory Reduction 109

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2015

With an ever-increasing pool of third-party logistics (3PL) providers to outsource shipping needs to, understanding how to select the best 3PL is the difference between reaching your existing customers and gaining a new market share. Less than two decades ago, the concept of 3rd Party Logistics Companies were relatively unknown.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 96

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Shipping and Freight Resource

MAY 19, 2020

At the end of March 2020, we set up a short survey sponsored by Ocean Insights. This survey which was answered by over 300 Shipping and Freight Professionals across the world collected and analysed data on three key aspects of Impact, Preparedness, and Recovery. Eric Johnson (Host) Senior Editor, Technology – JOC.

Supply Chain Software 105

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GlobalTranz

MAY 4, 2015

Jabil sponsored a global Dimensional Research survey to capture hard data on current experiences, challenges and trends with the supply chains of electronics manufacturing companies. Transparent supply chain management and effective supply chain visibility is a critical tool in a company’s continued growth and successful brand image.

Supply Chain Software 120

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 7, 2024

Cost to Serve: The measurement of cost factors that go into the servicing of a customer, or the production of a product. Accurate order fulfillment is the foundation of a successful logistics strategy , and it forms the basis for reliable cost to serve calculations. #2.

Cost Reduction 117

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 4, 2015

However, technology has risen to dramatically alter the execution of supply chain functions. Technology poses the greatest opportunity for small- and medium-sized businesses to take advantage of innovative tools to ensure end-to-end tracking, visibility , and processing of products. Consumers Demand More Now. Smartphones.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 15, 2017

. Editor's Note: Today's blog is from our friend Robert Everett who gives us some fantastic tips for managing logistics effectiveness. The latest news from the world of high technologies: Microsoft is going to store data as DNA. Spheres like logistics involve numerous stakeholders and many-sided activities. Quality-focused.

Buyer Training 84

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Glenn Taylor | Sourcing Journal November 02, 2023 In an improving sign for the retail supply chain, the majority of shippers surveyed by third-party logistics (3PL) provider BlueGrace Logistics—64.4 or Mexico in 2023, according to a recent survey from software technology vendor Capterra.

Inventory Reduction 117

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

Current Technologies in Use for Supply Chain Network Design . Our 2018- 2019 Network Design Survey showed that the majority of organizations are still relying on spreadsheets (nearly 60%) and gut feel (15%) to make network design decisions. How are companies leveraging scenario modeling for network design and optimization

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Supply chain technology is a difficult, exhilarating topic to cover in detail. Supply chain managers will focus on several key supply chain technology implementations or considerations which will impact consumer spending habits, consumer-business interactions and performance measurement.

Supply Chain Design Software 68

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

Editor’s Note: This is our second post in a collaborative blog post series about mobility in manufacturing & logistics along with Catavolt, who helps manufacturing organizations drive operational excellence with mobile apps. What is the Hyperconnected Era or “The Internet of Things?”

Manufacturing Procurement 107

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 20, 2015

Approximately 60 percent of today's unfilled manufacturing jobs are due to a shortage of applicants with sufficient proficiency in science, technology, engineering, and math ( STEM ) skills. Even more alarming is the news that 69 percent of the executives surveyed said they expect the problem to worsen over the next five years.

Buyer Training 104

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GlobalTranz

MAY 28, 2015

Editor’s Note: Omni- and multi- channel is transforming transportation’s supply chain and logistics processes. Large and small companies provide customers with all possible products and services via their own virtual online stores or huge multi-department shopping malls. Services Personalization.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 21, 2022

The company will also sponsor a series of webinars under the brand EDA Summit Series, starting with a webinar on 25th January entitled Best Practices for Event Enabling your Enterprise Integration Platform featuring insights from Forrester Research and SAP. “We Enhanced integration capabilities.

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CH Robinson Logistics

AUGUST 13, 2021

webinar, C.H. However, the thresholds of technology, regulatory, legislative, and social acceptance that still need to be met—that will eventually impact the driver situation—are still many market cycles away. Generally speaking, we have not heard that drivers are leaving longer haul services for drayage en masse.

Price Reduction 104

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 27, 2023

based non-asset-based 3PL BlueGrace Logistics, pointed to variation across some key metrics, including revenue, inventory levels, and order levels, with a forward-looking slant. BlueGrace described this report as an important tool in measuring expected expansion or contraction within the logistics space.

Inventory 62

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 23, 2014

For the Supply Chain , technology & operations posts were the most popular as well as a focus on collaboration with suppliers and a focus on customer service. The survey, conducted in late 2013, asked supply chain management (SCM) professionals about their priorities for the coming year. I hope you enjoy!

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Penske Move Ahead

APRIL 29, 2020

Penske Logistics senior vice president of global sales Joe Carlier will join a panel of experts in a May 21 webinar hosted by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals ( CSCMP ) on the 2020 Third-Party Logistics Study. That would be technology. Electric vehicle technology is a hot topic.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2016

Although 3PL Logistics Companies or 3PLs were around before the recession, companies realized the short-term savings of outsourcing logistics, transportation, and freight management to 3PLs quickly, and the age of the rise of the logistics provider was born. Client Needs of 3PL Logistics Companies.

Negotiating Skills 55

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GlobalTranz

JULY 15, 2015

At Cerasis, a core value of ours is continuous improvement for not only our company, our clients, and employees, but through our blog and content to those who are related to what we do (transportation management) in the fields of manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, distribution, and transportation. The core of Digital Industry 4.0

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 22, 2014

Today, we kick off our annual year end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 7 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , 3PL , Business , Transportation , Freight. Secondly, technology, such as 3D Printing and Innovation, made it to this year’s list. These will only contain posts written in 2014.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

Increasingly, as we work with procurement folks at these companies, we are hearing that technology for better communication and to create more efficiency. The Future of Procurement is Driven by Technology. In 10 years, your day-to-day job in procurement might be radically different. And now it’s your turn.

Optimal Sourcing 96

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Vendor Strategies 96

Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2022

The Logistics Blog®. BlueGrace Logistics. What’s in the article: How shippers are using technology. So, to learn more about these challenges and how companies are addressing rate increases, capacity restraints, and other issues, we sponsored a survey. Shippers Are Leveraging Technology. Whitepaper.

Optimal Sourcing 62

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

While logistics had remained the same for decades, the rise of modern civilization has transformed the industry. Small shipping companies have grown into larger third-party logistics providers , and warehouse management has become more focused on efficiency and accuracy instead of quantity of shipments. Implementation Costs.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 18, 2016

In a 2012 survey by Forrester and Zebra Consulting, reports Cigniti Technologies , only 15 percent of manufacturers had implemented at least one Industrial Internet of Things solution. Creation of New Products and Services. New products and services will enable a new host of KPIs and real-time data.

Manufacturing Procurement 70

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 10, 2017

Using technology to improve last mile metrics is essential to driving last mile costs down, but how do shippers know if the technology is helping or hurting? In fact, 72 percent of survey respondents believe it is very important to improve access to data for in-transit shipments, which includes last mile delivery.

Cost Reduction 61

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Many businesses are concerned that once they implement an EDI system, they’ll need to “weather the storm” of bugs that come with new software. Myth: EDI Integration and Technology is on the Decline. Truth: The Internet has Spurred More Applications of EDI Integration and Other Complimentary Internet Technologies.

Supply Chain Software 93

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