Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Postal Service reversing its package ban from China to LGs big robotics acquisition, companies are adapting to new regulations and automation trends. US Postal Service Reverses Decision to Ban Packages from Hong Kong China The U.S. This approach helps companies meet regulatory requirements and address consumer demands for transparency.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2022

As you’ll know, if you follow our blog regularly, Logistics Bureau does a great deal of work related to supply chain strategy development and alignment. As a result, and as we’ve mentioned in several previously published articles, we’ve discovered that many companies lack a defined and documented supply chain strategy.

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Log-hub

JANUARY 8, 2025

Thats why its more important than ever to focus on strategies that work and make them part of your plan moving forward. Lets explore the key strategies that can keep your business ahead of the competition in 2025. Make Sustainability a Core Strategy Consumers care more than ever about where their products come from and how theyre made.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 19, 2022

The recent COP26 summit has focused new attention on the contribution that supply and distribution chains, especially in e-commerce, make to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and other environmental ills, writes Jo Bradley, Business Development Manager, Sparck Technologies (formerly Packaging by Quadient).

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Additionally, the emphasis on sustainability will drive the adoption of sustainable logistics practices, such as reducing fuel consumption in the ‘last mile’ by eliminating mis-shipments, using electric vehicles and optimising packaging to reduce waste. “Businesses that scenario plan effectively will stay the course.

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TransAudit

MARCH 25, 2025

This article explores the key drivers of reshoring, the rise of regionalized freight networks, evolving market trends, and how companies can optimize logistics strategies in this new landscape. Real-time data analytics to improve logistics strategies. Sustainable packaging and freight density optimization to reduce waste.

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3PL Links

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Key Shipping Trends for 2025 Let’s explore the key shipping trends for 2025 and discover practical strategies for logistics providers to implement, ensuring they remain competitive and responsive to these upcoming changes. Companies that adapt to these trends will meet client expectations and maintain a competitive edge.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 9, 2023

As part of Kingspan Insulation’s wider strategy to invest in new technology and sustainable solutions, it is excited to announce the launch of Inokor – an agile bespoke, innovative packaging and engineering business. The post Innovative Packaging, Customised Solutions appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 9, 2024

Optimizing Drayage Operations: The Strategic Role of Transloading Search Search Dana Ricksecker - August 9, 2024 Transloading serves as a pivotal strategy for enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and optimizing logistics in modern supply chain operations. What is Transloading?

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 23, 2024

In this article, we explore these hurdles and the strategies businesses can employ to meet growing demand for fast, free shipping while maintaining operational efficiency. Today, customers anticipate free shipping from all online retailers, pressuring smaller businesses to meet this demand without sacrificing profitability.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

In order to meet some requirements, for example, of customers or corporations, the resources managed in logistics can include tangible items such as food, materials, equipment, liquids and stuff as well as abstract items such as information, particles and energy. What is Logistics?

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WorkWave

JANUARY 4, 2022

From food gathering and packaging to the production line, shoppers are willing to pay more to feel like they’re helping the environment. Increased desire to go green gives rise to more earth-friendly food processing and packaging. The post Top 10 Food Industry Predictions for 2022: A Strategy for Success appeared first on WorkWave.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 28, 2023

Organized annually by CMC Packaging Automation, a company in the portfolio of KKR Global Impact Fund and supported by Amazon’s Climate Pledge Fund, this event has become a tradition in the on-demand packaging sector. CID23, the 10th edition of CMC Innovation Day, took place last Thursday, June 22nd.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2022

RAJA Group , a European leader in the distribution of packaging , office supplies and industrial equipment, brought together its 300 most important suppliers on October 14th in Frankfurt as part of the RAJA Group Suppliers’ Day 2022. The post RAJA shares growth strategy with suppliers appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Compactor Management Company

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Sustainable production is becoming a priority for businesses of every size and type, and they’re hoping the packaging industry can provide part of the solution. Packaging plays a major role in the manufacturing and transportation process for literally every product on our shelves, but we only recycle a small percentage overall.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

One such advancement is the integration of warehouse robotics, which has revolutionized the way tasks such as sorting, picking, transporting, and packaging goods are performed. These automated systems are designed to perform tasks such as sorting, picking, transporting, and packaging goods with unparalleled efficiency and precision.

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Morai Logistics

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Not meeting this expectation leads to dissatisfied customers. Make Sure Return Labels Come with the Packaging. In line with making returning easy, is the incredible value in ensuring return labels come with packaging. The post Reverse Logistics: The 5 Keys to a Successful Strategy appeared first on Morai Logistics Inc.

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CH Robinson Logistics

JULY 8, 2021

Customers now expect reliability, speed, and convenience in their small parcel delivery experience and a company’s ability to meet those expectations can even be a source of differentiation. Developing the right strategy and executing it well has numerous benefits for both you and your customers.

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ECW

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Our discussion spanned various critical areas, including the distinguishing features of these commodities, the impact of global supply chain dynamics, and the essential strategies for managing risks and operational challenges. Given these challenges, what strategies do you recommend for managing risks associated with shelf-stable commodities?

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Stord

JULY 29, 2024

The new fulfillment center already services leading customers and ships over 5 million packages annually. This new facility is a powerhouse for existing customers and allows brands to rapidly scale its business and meet consumer demand,” said Kyle VanGoethem, VP of Strategy and Innovation at Stord.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 27, 2024

Leading Finnish logistics services provider Inex Partners Oy has partnered with SEE to enhance packaging automation, as part of its strategy to further improve efficiencies, customer satisfaction and capacity for managing sales peaks. Packaging these different goods can create multiple challenges.

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FW Logsitcs

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Sustainable packaging is a growing trend in the world of commerce. As more businesses and consumers become concerned about the environmental impact of packaging materials, there has been a shift toward finding alternative solutions. It includes features such as compostable packaging, recyclable materials, and reduced packaging content.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 30, 2022

To develop a method to analyse and contain CO2 consumption and emissions deriving from the automatic packaging processes of Sitma lines with a specific focus on e-commerce solutions and then define a go-to-market strategy. However, the company wanted to go a step further and look for tools able to provide objective data and values.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2024

It uses advanced machine vision to manage the unpredictable nature of palletized goods, processing up to 600 packages per hour and handling weights up to 30 kg. Depax , the company’s depalletizing platform, was another key highlight. Depax promises to significantly reduce manual labor in warehouses while increasing productivity.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Products now need to be distributed across various regions and countries, which requires optimization in storage, packaging, and transportation processes. In response, logistics companies and transportation providers are developing new strategies and technologies to create more effective and flexible distribution networks.

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3PL Links

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Image source: Rawpixel.com | How to Make Reverse Packaging Logistics More Efficient? The way we handle packaging is very important in protecting the environment in a world where sustainability is becoming more and more important.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Whilst that was all going on, the Oh Polly team was also working on a new project – one that it hoped would improve retention rates and customer satisfaction: its packaging. As a pure-play online retailer, Oh Polly’s packaging is a crucial part of its eCommerce strategy. An aesthetic issue. Flexible and fast.

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MTS Logistics

JUNE 28, 2024

In a meeting with China-based sellers, Amazon made the announcement. Delivery Time Per information from the meeting with Chinese sellers, goods would arrive to the U.S. Amazon reportedly will be getting into the business of offering goods that can be shipped directly to customers from China. The main sticking point is U.S.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

However, even as retailers scramble to meet e-commerce consumer demands, and providers lean into the latest trends to get those packages to front doors, there is plenty going on behind the scenes. The solution matches any size order to an ecosystem of carriers, couriers and internal fleets to meet customer-specific SLAs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 3, 2022

It turns out they’re rethinking every part of their operations, from a single package to their distribution process. We found three key strategies that could serve as a blueprint for other supply chains: Rethink Packaging. Packaging has an incredibly big impact on supply chain sustainability. Rethink Partnerships.

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Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Kuebix offers 6 tips to fine-tune transportation strategies for the holidays: 1. Shippers can leverage their negotiated rates from their existing carrier relationships, and compare the full depth of market pricing across the spot bidding marketplace to find the best rates for the best service or to find extra capacity to meet excess demand.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This moment goes beyond analysis and reflection; it is the right opportunity to redefine strategies and outline new plans that not only drive results but also guarantee a prominent place in the market. Autonomous vehicles and drones: Autonomous trucks and drones: Lower expenses and faster delivery.

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GoShip Blog

JUNE 28, 2022

Learn more about palletizing practices and improve your pallet shipping strategy! Shipping pallets are platforms for locating your goods previously packed into crates or other packaging units. Applying a pallet shipping strategy can make your supply chain safer and diminish threats of cargo damage. What is pallet shipping?

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Ship Monk

MAY 5, 2022

Today, we’re going where the rubber meets the road: the actual migration. There are a few different ways to go about the big move, so it’s a matter of choosing the strategy that keeps your sales and fulfillment operations flowing smoothly throughout the transition. Strategy 2: Sending Inventory to Cover a Transition Period.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

We first did an overview of the 10 areas of strategy a shipper must know in order to stay competitive. Today we will talk about the flow of strategy as pertains to inventory flow and driving warehouse efficiency. The essence of strategy is choosing what not to do. ” ― Michael E. Our first post focused on distressed shipments.

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FW Logsitcs

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

From the integrity of the food products to their overall freshness, packaging plays a critical role in food-grade warehousing, prompting the need for careful consideration and adherence to a series of regulatory standards. The Role of Food Packaging Food packaging serves several essential functions in the modern food supply chain.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

That being said, this innovative tool has been instrumental in identifying clear indicators of market fluctuations and how that intel has helped shippers prioritize business strategies. Shippers must recognize this growth and adjust their strategies accordingly. This suggests a positive demand for products and services in the market.

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