Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 22, 2023

Shipping Hazardous Materials Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - June 22, 2023 Shipping hazardous materials (HAZMAT) requires adherence to specific rules and regulations, along with the implementation of safety precautions.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

In this post, Rafael Granato from PINC Solutions summarizes a video case study we featured recently on Talking Logistics, part of our “Profiles in Yard Management Excellence” series where we highlight companies (in this case, Pactiv) that are leading the way in driving continuous improvement and innovation in yard management.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2025

ARC has been actively studying industrial AI for over two years. He also spoke at the ARC forum in 2023, and this article is based on that presentation as well. The risks associated with chemical manufacturing include the storage and transportation of raw materials, finished products, and waste. Celanese is an exception.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Similarly, a 2021 study from McKinsey showed that just 19% of companies that had adopted Industry 4.0 What it all led to was inefficiencies in decision making: When you rely on manual systems, you can never have total confidence in the information you’re presented with as a decision-maker.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 6, 2020

This meant making sure that items including drugs and medicines, medical equipment, beds and hazardous waste bags were met on delivery and then categorised, audited, inventoried, stored and delivered to where they were needed, when they were needed and in required quantities.

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The integration of drone technology holds the potential to revolutionize how businesses approach pest management, presenting both opportunities and considerations. We will discuss case studies, future trends, and guidelines for businesses considering whether to invest in this cutting-edge technology.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 28, 2023

In addition to satisfying conscientious consumer demand, eco-friendly efforts can benefit your ecommerce business by reducing waste within your company and improving operational efficiencies. If you present the facts in easily understandable terms, that can make a world of difference. We have proof.

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2020

Money is often wasted on unknown and unnecessary expenses. Our Team analyzes, produces, and presents Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR), making it easier for you to digest your data. ” Click here to read our case study on how Managed Services helped Albaugh with their growth. Quarterly Business Reviews.

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Logistics in War

AUGUST 3, 2018

A military logistician is a study in contrasts. On the other hand, he takes part in the waging of war, the most wasteful of all human activities. A decision-forcing case drawn from the annals of the South Atlantic War of 1982, one called ‘Commando Logistics Regiment’, presents participants with a comparable conundrum.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2022

In fact, a study by LinkedIn found that 70% of employees would not work at a leading company if it meant they had to tolerate a bad workplace culture. Technology presents an opportunity for a company to differentiate itself and upgrade its work environment. These traits all present great opportunities to automate.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 14, 2021

Fundamental shifts of e-commerce and consumer behavior took shape in 2020 and presented new and unprecedented challenges. They studied the value of getting inventory closer to customers. Others adjusted throughout the year to improve or struggled mightily to the end. Parcel shipping volume skyrocketed.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2021

For instance, at the height of the pandemic food spoilage was a big issue, but now, with an eye on full forward and reverse logistics, that waste can be rerouted to avoid spoilage and reduce total transport costs. Moreover, a recent study, says Banker, found that shippers are starting to realize that returns must be free.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 2, 2025

The transition has taken place so swiftly that some companies may still need to fully grasp the present or future possibilities to exploit distribution performance as a competitive advantage. If youre choosing route planning software that integrates with vehicle tracking, you shouldnt let the valuable data go to waste.

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Compactor Management Company

JUNE 13, 2023

The global accumulation of waste is widely recognized as a significant long-term environmental concern that poses a threat to future generations. While finding the perfect solution for waste disposal remains a challenge, there are existing technologies that enable us to manage our waste more efficiently. What is Incineration?

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Sitma, a specialist in designing and producing solutions for automation in the logistics industry, has been chosen as a case study for the book Essentials of Modern Marketing by Philip Kotler together with Weevo, which looked at more than 30 examples of outstanding Italian companies in different fields of production.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 23, 2016

Equipment and technology intensive: The fresh supply chain operator must utilise specialised—and expensive— equipment and technology to prolong the freshness of produce and present it to consumers in the best possible condition. Waste Not, Want Not. There’s simply no room for penny-pinching in this supply chain sector.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2015

However, all are well worth employing to seek that holy grail of pushing out waste, inefficiency, and most importantly resources (time and money) out of your supply chain. Each Supplier gives a presentation about their company’s expertise, and overview of how they have worked with you. Then we select the item to be studied.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

The unfortunate reality is that many companies, even those that rely on thousands of container movements annually to keep their supply chains running, are not especially aware of how much wasted space they are paying for with every shipment. In other words, containers were, on average, only just over half full.

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WorkWave

JULY 31, 2020

Whether using technology to interact with your prospects and customers is a new approach you took on during COVID-19, or you’ve been making an effort to stay on top of new technology for years, it doesn’t change the reality of your business’s present: your success in the second half of 2020 and beyond will rely on your use of new technology.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 12, 2014

According to a research study from Forrester, EDI continues to prove its worth as an electronic message data format. Finally, there is also resources needed in your transportation department, since there no longer has to be an employee present to handle these sorts of tasks.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2018

According to a McKinsey Global Institute study , the construction industry is among the least digitized, ranking 21 out of 22 industries (only Agriculture and hunting ranked lower). As reported in MarketWatch , “The global construction industry has a chronic productivity problem. Business Cases and Success Stories.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In fact, according to Descartes’ 2023 consumer sentiment study on home delivery sustainability , a sizable 41% of respondents indicated they regularly or always make purchasing decisions based upon the product or company’s environmental impact. The demand for eco-friendly products and environmentally responsible companies is on the rise.

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Logistics in War

AUGUST 18, 2019

When capability and attitude are misaligned, and where understanding is deficient, it is inevitable that the investment of time, effort and resources into military readiness is wasted. In the meantime, we should study its strengths and weaknesses, and the how and why of its present design. Huston, Sinews of War.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The wide variety of raw materials and the varying dimensions of finished products that need to be moved around and stored at the 10,000m² production facility required versatile equipment, and Store Manager Bruce Whiting was also keen to reduce the level of ride-on forklift traffic, particularly in areas where a lot of other personnel are present.

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Ship Monk

JUNE 30, 2022

So your sister’s birthday party is tonight and the presents that you paid overnight shipping for just arrived at your door. For example, Amazon has started eliminating packing slips in single-box shipments to minimize packaging waste. Note – all businesses use shipping invoices, but not all businesses use packing slips.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Discounting prices for a known loss as part of a deliberate strategy to gain customers and increase sales is one thing, but unwittingly selling products at a loss is simply a waste. View case study Learn more about cost-to-serve benefits. How can you assess the effect of price discounts without understanding your service costs?

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 13, 2019

At the same time, it is necessary to move large quantities: the paper machines have an almost insatiable appetite for waste paper and pulp – the two key raw materials in paper making. Two electric forklifts are fitted with bale clamps and one heavy-duty forklift even has shears to cut the wire on waste paper bales.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 30, 2022

Sitma has always kept a close eye on sustainability and has been leading the way in studying solutions to reduce the environmental impact deriving from the use of its machines. The team of students presented the results of the project to a wide audience, including high-level Sitma personnel.

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GoShip Blog

MAY 26, 2022

A recent study by the Economist Intelligence Unit showed a 71% increase in online searches for sustainable goods over the past five years. Green business certifications present a perfect way to show that your business follows sustainable business practices without being mistaken for a ‘greenwasher.’.

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Presenters included Balika Sonthalia, a vice president at A.T. Kearney and a presenter of CSCMP’s 30 th Annual State of Logistics Report, and Shanton Wilcox, partner at Infosys Consulting , which produces the 24 th Annual Third-Party Logistics Study : The State of Logistics Outsourcing. Penske Logistics sponsors both studies.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 28, 2023

The focus of the event was on nurturing talent within the company, providing a day of study and in-depth analysis to showcase innovations in an industry that has persevered despite recent challenges and discovered opportunities for growth and improvement.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 5, 2018

Because in supply chains, surprises tend to mean wasted time and added expense. We have been studying truck freight attributes and strategies since 2006. In the case of brokerage, it is important to minimize the presentation of your freight to the market. Your best bet to avoid unexpected trouble?

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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Why waste time manually planning out routes when Route Optimization can do it for you in a matter of seconds? . According to a WorkWave consumer market study, 33% of customers hire their service provider through a referral, so it’s no surprise that customer reviews and referrals are extremely important to service businesses.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 31, 2021

Waste – which can be time-related, or associated with stock damages or loss. Nevertheless, cost-to-serve studies often reveal a surprising ratio of non-profitable to profitable customers and SKUs. Rework – due to errors. Supplier and vendor pricing. Customer behaviour.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 9, 2023

So, while simplicity of design is a worthwhile goal, investment of time and resources in comprehensive and detailed data analysis can never be a waste. It also provides the on -demand scalability that will not be present in a network relying solely on assets owned or leased by your company. There are operational wins to be had, too.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 7, 2015

Streamlining involves reducing waste, improving quality and using the technology available to keep all team members working together. Read the Full Blog Post. Improvements can be made to both material and labor costs. Read the Full Blog Post. R ead the Full Blog Post.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 13, 2021

There followed a presentation on the opportunities and threats to the wooden packaging industry of the New Circular Economy Action Plan (NCEAP), led by Roeland Moens, member of the FEFPEB Executive Committee and Chairman of FEFPEB’s pallet pools section. He added that the next step would be to set concrete European targets.

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