Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 26, 2020

As legislation focuses ever more heavily on environmental protection though, and consumers increasingly consider sustainability in their purchasing decisions, all supply chain organisations will need to find the way forward. Meanwhile, Big Data analytics, AI, and machine learning can have a significant impact on supply chains.

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3PL Insights

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The ATA creates the tonnage index through a series of surveys of its members. The anonymity of the survey and companies participating prevents us from understanding the percentage of tonnage each company accounts for or the type of freight being shipped. The most recent report in July 2021, shows a slight decrease in tonnage of 1.2%

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 16, 2024

I want to say a special thank you to Steve Banker and Conrad Hanf who I have worked closely with for the last 10+ years on Logistics Viewpoints as well as countless research projects, surveys, and events. I’d also like to thank Clint Reiser, Mike Guilfoyle, and Andy Chatha. from May’s 2.24 and Mexico, according to the notice.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 14, 2015

It is surprising then that despite the hundreds of millions of RFID tags sold this year alone that, according to results from the 2014 GS1 US Standards Usage Survey, finally saw the technology living up to the hype in the logistics industry in the last few years. INFOGRAPHIC: Streamline Supply Chain Using Social Media.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 3, 2024

As legislation focuses ever more heavily on environmental protection though, and consumers increasingly consider sustainability in their purchasing decisions, all supply chain organisations will need to find the way forward. Meanwhile, Big Data analytics, AI, and machine learning can have a significant impact on supply chains.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 1, 2018

The publication, available at no cost at www.3PLStudy.com Here are a few notable findings from the report, released today at the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) EDGE conference: . Yet, only roughly a third of all survey takers agreed that companies do enough to effectively manage last yard issues.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2020

The latest Barclays-BDO Logistics Confidence Index has fallen to its lowest ever level since the survey began in 2012 as the sector deals with the fallout from the pandemic, skills shortages and concerns over Brexit. The survey assesses the expectations of more than 100 senior decision-makers across the sector. in 2019 to 47.1

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Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 29, 2018

Most every company issues a corporate social responsibility (CSR) report detailing what they have done over the year to comply with the expectations of all of their stakeholders. Retailers such as Walmart have rigorous standards and will only purchase from suppliers who meet these standards.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Second, the pandemic kicked online buying and home delivery into “high gear” as many consumers embraced its convenience and dramatically expanded the scope of their online purchasing. Consumers are making purchasing decisions based upon environmental impact. So, how can these two trends be mutually beneficial?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 20, 2021

In our conversation, Ken spoke about some of the findings from a recent survey Logistyx conducted on cross-border holiday spending, as well as some larger trends around the state of parcel shipping. The news is reporting that supply chains are going to be disrupted this holiday season, so more and more consumers are starting early.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2016

percent from 2010 to 2011, and predictions estimate that business-to-business (B2B) sales resulting from e-commerce will make up the majority of sales by 2020, reports Four51. A recent survey, conducted by Handshake , found more than 79 percent of companies providing B2B sales already have customers clamoring for online ordering.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 5, 2017

In countless surveys over the past decade, manufacturers and retailers rank “improving supply chain visibility” as one of their top priorities. As reported in the Wall Street Journal last week: “Automotive value chains are international. Here’s an excerpt: Is your supply chain best-in-class? View Results. Total Answers 11.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

European pallet and packaging manufacturers are repairing more wooden pallets for reuse than ever, according to a survey by European Federation of Wooden Pallet & Packaging Manufacturers (FEFPEB). million pallets were repaired in 2019, an increase of 25% on the previous survey carried out three years earlier.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2023

GEON Performance Solutions purchases plastic pellets and add plastic compounders to make products of different strength, resilience, and flexibility. At a high level, what GEON does is purchase plastic pellets and add plastic compounders to make products of different strength, resilience, and flexibility. Mr. Herrin was a good fit.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 10, 2018

So, some years back I decided to regularly survey logistics buyers on how to best get and keep their attention. My firm conducts the survey every couple of years and we recently finished up our 2018 survey findings report, which is available here. No flashy presentations or sales pitch is required.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 26, 2020

As legislation focuses ever more heavily on environmental protection though, and consumers increasingly consider sustainability in their purchasing decisions, all supply chain organisations will need to find the way forward. Meanwhile, Big Data analytics, AI, and machine learning can have a significant impact on supply chains.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 18, 2015

No Purchase Orders were used. There was no inventory carrying costs or concern for inventory turns. Supplier Quality Management: What it is, 5 Key Metrics to Know & a 4 Step Supplier Evaluation Process. There should be metrics involved to monitor these objectives to ensure success across the supply chain.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 11, 2020

The first-ever State of Sustainable Fleets Report is now available at no cost for download at www.StateofSustainableFleets.com. We are very pleased to serve as a sponsor of the inaugural State of Sustainable Fleets Report," stated Drew Cullen, senior vice president of fuels and facility services for Penske Transportation Solutions. "We

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 28, 2016

The data from this global virtual item master takes another step in its evolutionary journey and is refined using an online, cloud-based platform with user tools that automatically present the normalized data obtained from all sources, both internal and external, in natural English. We have adjusted to their presence very quickly, haven’t we?

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3PL Insights

JUNE 15, 2020

This physical exchange presents enormous challenges for the industry in a post-COVID environment. But now manufacturing overseas presents risks to companies; many of which are sure to have a severe impact to the bottom line. Looking forward, here are a few supply chain trends that will likely emerge from recent events. Nearshoring.

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Material Handling and Logistics

AUGUST 31, 2018

It’s true that the major issues in the supply chain—which were confirmed through MH&L ’s workforce survey process and published in an earlier article —are nuanced. It’s no surprise that the current labor market is presenting a big challenge for organizations within the supply chain. Trouble finding skilled labor”.

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GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The rise in e-commerce following the pandemic led to a dramatic increase in return purchases. A survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF) found that about 16.6% This number is expected to increase as more businesses enter the online space, presenting a critical and expensive problem for e-merchants. Types of Return Fraud.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 24, 2021

Increasing lead times, costs, and delays resulted in significant problems together with port congestion, capacity availability, and container shortage. While China recovered its economy fast, a shifted consumption pattern to e-commerce presented new challenges to the industry. Access to: Daily Consolidation Report.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 7, 2015

Even some public libraries have purchased 3D printers in order to give the public the ability to learn about this technology. In fact, the Markit Flash PMI for August predicts that we will see the ISM’s Purchasing Manager’s Index rise to the highest levels we’ve seen since April 2011, with an expected reading of 58.0.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2021

On behalf of the VerkehrsRundschau magazine, an independent market research institute surveyed a representative number of purchasing decision-makers from the transport and logistics sectors about the best-known brands. One of the most coveted awards in the material handling industry in Germany once again went to Linde MH in 2021.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2016

Predictive analytics , which identify the intrinsic inefficiencies in simple processes that did not warrant in-depth review in response to the Great Recession. For example, the Cerasis Rater enables rapid reporting, tracking of KPIs, and review of asset-allocation quickly and easily. They get lost or misplaced. They get damaged.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

No longer are we in a world where consumers and employees “go online” to work, play, or purchase; we are now in a world where everyone and everything simply is online, whether at home, at school, at the office, or on-the-go. ” The hyperconnected world is today’s reality. According to Gartner, Inc.,

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Logistics Marketing Advisors

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Every couple of years, Logistics Marketing Advisors does a survey of professionals who make or influence purchasing decisions on logistics products or services. This year, we surveyed 100 buyers online and then followed up with direct interviews with 10 of these respondents to dig a little deeper. OK, that’s the bad news.

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Locus

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Known to have first been celebrated in universities in the 1990s by single men, Singles’ Awareness Day has grown immensely popular with unmarried people all over China treating themselves to presents. The typical 24-hour online sale was extended to 11 days, reporting about 200,000,000 global transactions.

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Airfreight Logistics

JULY 21, 2019

UPS have released the results of its 2019 UPS Industrial Buying Dynamics Asia Pacific Study , which finds B2B buyers in the region doing much of their purchasing online, and at the same time relying heavily on offline relationships and seeking out solid after-sales service.

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Locus

OCTOBER 27, 2023

According to the 2023 InMobi Festive Season Report, 84% of Indian consumers revealed a spike in their online shopping budgets compared to just a year ago. Additionally, a comprehensive report from Ernst and Young showcases that a noteworthy 31% of Indian consumers place experience at the forefront when deciding where to spend.

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Locus

MARCH 28, 2022

The brand provides buyers with a hi-tech omnichannel experience through its in-store implication of RFID, which also creates a smooth purchasing experience. Community marketing enables shoppers to enlist others’ help in making purchase decisions. This type of retail practice can stimulate consumers’ purchasing senses.

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Automotive Logistics

MAY 17, 2018

Historically, firms have paid freight invoices as they were presented and performed a cursory check here and there or a random audit to try and avoid overpayment. “The gamut of solutions we provide includes rating and routing engines, procurement spectrum and transportation management solutions. Drill-down analysis.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 9, 2024

According to the latest Home Delivery Consumer Sentiment Study 2024, two thirds (67%) of consumers experienced a problem with a delivery in the three month period surveyed. It’s also important to add in the strong chain of custody, especially for the more expensive goods that are often purchased during peak season.

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Locus

APRIL 29, 2022

It may not require upfront capital investment but it has to deal with rising average delivery cost per order as it’s business requirements increase. Accountability The accountability of the workforce is higher for in-house fleets as they directly report to you. Makes communication efficient. The main challenge, indicated by 39.9

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Yet strangely, a recent survey by retail systems specialist Brightpearl found that 69% of retailers are not using tech solutions to automate and process returns. Some also claim that, by working with what the consumer is reporting, they can generate more exchanges, and fewer refunds. Returns costs. Customer feedback.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 27, 2016

3) Supplier performance evaluation enables waste and cost drivers to be identified and addressed. 5) When you are on top of supplier performance, you can make procurement and purchasing decisions which are better informed. 2) Supplier performance evaluation can help to protect your own operation from supply chain risks.

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