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Developing Agile Procurement Strategies: Thriving Amid Global Trade Disruptions

Logistics Viewpoints

manufacturer I know saw their import costs jump overnight, forcing a rethink of a decade-old sourcing strategy. Traditional procurement, with its long-term contracts and rigid supplier ties, just isnt cutting it anymore. They may be able to shave 15% off their costs and dodge a tariff bullet. What Is Agile Procurement?

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4 Important Benefits of a Sustainable Reverse Logistics Strategy

GlobalTranz

However, one of the most important aspects of supply chain strategies is often overlooked: the reverse supply chain (also referred to as reverse logistics ). A reverse logistics strategy provides a path for removing the existing equipment to make way for the next era of equipment in the case of end of life products or new upgrdes.

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Logistics Unplugged: Episode 8

Blue Grace Logistics

In this episode of Logistics Unplugged , Brian sits down with Lis, BlueGraces Director of Parcel Services, to explore how these changes are impacting shipping costs, delivery strategies, and the way businesses are navigating the parcel landscape.

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Controlling Supply Chain Cost for Sustainable Growth

Blue Grace Logistics

What you will learn in this blog: Leveraging Data Analytics For Invaluable Insights Implementing Lean Principles for Waste Reduction Effective Management Of Supply Chain Costs As companies navigate market fluctuations and challenges, effectively managing supply chain expenses becomes pivotal for success.

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What Resilience Means in 2021

Speaker: Scott Wooley, President of Thermal Packing Solutions at Atlantic Tape and Packaging

In this webinar, we will cover the following topics: Champion/Challenger strategy. Blended Supplier Pricing Model. Join Scott Wooley, President of Thermal Solutions at Atlantic Tape and Packaging, and redefine what a resilient supply chain is. Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Save your seat now!

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Where have all the Truckers Gone? 10 Strategies for Shippers to Fight the Capacity and Trucker Shortage

GlobalTranz

Noel Perry, economist and trucking industry expert, predicts a reduction in the nation’s trucking force by 700,000 drivers. These indicators mean that customers will be unable to get service in many cases, unless the trucking capacity shortage is offset by reduced demand due to a downturn in the economy.

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10 Tips Shippers Can Use to Reduce Costs in LTL Procurement with Better Request for Pricing Bidding

GlobalTranz

So we thought we would impart upon all the shippers out there some tips on how to reduce overall costs for effective LTL Procurement. 10 LTL Procurement Cost Cutting Tips. Analyze bids for optimal pricing and service scenarios. How do you better negotiate pricing with your LTL carriers for more effective LTL procurement?