Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

In its newest white paper, value chain optimization firm River Rock Advisors details several steps companies can take to navigate this ongoing uncertainty. These steps aren’t one-time actionable steps but rather long-term focuses that should be implemented alongside other operational and business strategies.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The dark funnel is a customer’s purchasing journey that occurs off-site through social, paid, competitive, influencer and other channels not controlled or visible to the brand. Recent research by Sirius Decisions and Forrester suggests that 67% to 90% of the customer’s purchasing journey is in the dark funnel – consuming off-site content.

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Freightos

APRIL 16, 2015

Your Cellphone : We mentioned mobile consumer purchasing habits above…but B2B transactions are increasingly being conducted over the phone too. Huge companies like Alibaba and Amazon, in the form of Amazon Supply, know this and have optimized both payments and purchasing for the mobile experience. Download the white paper!

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Up to 62 percent want to purchase online and have the option of returning it in-store, and 47 percent want promotions and coupons available through their smartphone. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download White Paper. GET YOUR COPY HERE.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 5, 2018

The days of managing channels on an individual basis are over, and consumers are using multiple devices and e-commerce platforms for nearly all purchases. individuals over the age of 15 at some point use e-commerce platforms to make purchases, asserts Business Insider. Download White Paper. In fact, 78% of U.S.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Streamlining returns is an integral part of developing an omnichannel warehouse, and, with up to 30% of all e-commerce purchases returned, reports Business2Community , warehouse managers must include returns capabilities in existing warehouses. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

The direct cost of buying such a unit is the purchase price and because they’re fairly low maintenance , ongoing costs are kept to a minimum. . You can purchase one, test its suitability for your facility, and then roll out more enclosures when you have established that they work for your manufacturing floor. .

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Download the White Paper. Financial insight feeds into equipment purchasing decisions. The benchmarks also provide necessary financial insight for making equipment purchasing decisions. Increased financial insight feeds into equipment and purchasing decisions for trucking fleets.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 15, 2018

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming more mainstream, and machine-aided purchases, such as voice ordering thru voice assistants like Amazon’s Alexa, are beginning to permeate everyday households. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Download White Paper. Download White Paper. Download White Paper. Download White Paper. The Icing on the Cake: Making Omnichannel Grocery Seamlessly Smooth. The Nightmare on Inventory Street: How Out-of-Stocks Hurt Your Business and How to Overcome the Issue.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

Shippers that fail to consider the implications of returns by refusing to give customers information about returns costs and procedures before purchase could risk alienating up to 67 percent of shoppers. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download White Paper.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 6, 2018

If it’s time to start investing in new fleet vehicles, whether you’re expanding or replacing old cars with newer models, what should you look for and what should you avoid when making your purchase? There’s a lot to think about when it comes to making this important purchase. Download White Paper.

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FreightWaves SONAR

AUGUST 25, 2021

While it may be premature to say Christmas is canceled, any company having to purchase capacity on the ocean is facing unprecedented pressure. The free white paper, Ocean shippers trapped in house of pain , highlights data impacting the maritime market, from the FreightWaves’ SONAR platform, as well as information from many other sources.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2018

Unfortunately, e-commerce means a higher rate of returns , but giving customers the ability to return online purchases to brick-and-mortar locations through e-commerce in-store returns is the key to unlocking greater success in the omnichannel customer experience. That’s not the only reason customers choose to return online purchases.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 22, 2019

Dropshipping refers to manufacturers sending products directly, but products are purchased through a third-party. As dropshipping increases in use, more organizations will purchase software to manage and control warehouses. As dropshipping increases in use, more organizations will purchase software to manage and control warehouses.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Typically, these include meeting EDI and electronic document standards; use routing guides, which even small companies should have; labeling inbound cartons and pallets with product SKUs and purchase order numbers; and purchase order terms and conditions.” . Download the White Paper. On-time deliveries.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2018

WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper. Right now, similar apps, including the sister app at Sam’s Club, requires a person to check a customer’s receipt for complete purchases. Precursor 1: Sam’s Club Closings Reveal an Ulterior Motive.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 17, 2018

WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download White Paper. The age of e-commerce also means an increased risk of purchasing counterfeit products, the so-called “gray market.” GET YOUR COPY HERE.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Primary Challenges in an E-Commerce Shipping Strategy Developing an e-commerce shipping strategy is about more than just considering e-commerce; e-commerce may include the omnichannel purchases in which customers use a variety of online and in-store devices and experiences to make a final decision and complete a purchase.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download White Paper. Ship next-business-day as standard shipping for e-commerce purchases. Customers expect delivery on their purchases yesterday. GET YOUR COPY HERE. Use technology to track shipments in real time.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2018

When Amazon purchased Kiva robots, distribution center robots became the new “shiny object turned real-world effective object” of e-commerce fulfillment. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 3, 2018

WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper. Manifesting this trend is the terminology and concept of Digital Path to Purchase — the omni-channel, tech-focused approach to supporting and acting on a consumer’s purchase.

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3PL Insights

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

More goods being purchased lead to more shipments to fill the orders which increase overall tonnage. For more insights on current events and the future of the logistics industry be sure to download our white paper “2021: A Year of Strength, Innovation, and Resilience” which highlights key takeaways from the CSCMP State of Logistics report.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Apps under development will require advanced review of driver records, evaluation of freight value, purchasing of cargo insurance , delivery guarantees and penalties and much more. WHITE PAPER] The Current Factors Driving the Less Than Truckload Pricing Market. Download White Paper. Get Your Free Copy Here.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 28, 2015

Most LTL drivers often operate out of 53-foot trailers, as found within the Cerasis’ Best Practices For Effective Less Than Truckload Shipping White Paper. According to the National Retail Federation, 85 percent of consumers purchased items online as part of cyber Monday. LTL Cost Increase From the Driver Perspective.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 23, 2020

You can purchase a ring light for as little as $30. Download the White Paper. For most freight brokers there is a simple solution to create studio lighting at home. It is called a ring light and it provides enough front light to eliminate any shadows that happen when you only use your normal indoor lighting. .

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 7, 2018

Since only 11 Incoterms exist in the Incoterms 2010 ruleset, some companies, as well as purchasers and consumers, may need to know additional information about a product. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER. Such information may be defined within individual SLAs.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 6, 2018

Full Truckload White Paper Series. Access our complete Full Truckload Shipping White Paper Series. This includes purchasing freight or cargo insurance. Thus, shippers should consider purchasing additional cargo insurance when using full truckload. As a result, shippers may assume carriers retain liability.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 24, 2015

For a trucking company, shipper, or logistics provider to be profitable, owners must understand their cost of purchased transportation and expenses need to be in line with desired profitability. Payments on leased/purchased trucks and trailers represent 11% of costs. Inbound freight costs as percentage of purchases.

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Freightos

JULY 1, 2015

Same goes for books, groceries, taxis, banking, canoe and even B2B purchases. Download the white paper! Find out more about these drivers, and for a roadmap to make the most of online freight rate sales Download the white paper! But not so much searching for online freight rates. Ready to go online?

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Brick-and-Mortar Retail Is Often Left Behind in the Digital Inventory Management Conversation As explained by William Terdoslavich of DMN News , customers expect instant gratification when purchasing products in-store, and the same feeling exists when making an online purchase. Download White Paper. GET YOUR COPY HERE.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 4, 2021

Connecting to consumers who need products and shippers that can get it to them faster will win the purchase. Download the White Paper. Data-based innovations make it easier to secure capacity and maximize profits by staying strategic despite disruption.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 2, 2018

WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper. Eventually, if enough funds are saved, the car could purchase another copy of itself.”. The blockchain isn’t wildly popular in transportation management yet. Food Safety. Systems of Trust.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper. In this article, he writes about the characteristics of an effective supply chain manager. . The job description of a supply chain manager sure sounds cool, doesn’t it?

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GlobalTranz

MAY 18, 2018

If the customer uses online and in-store shopping to make a purchase, shipping and pickup options should include A, B and C. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper. If only online shopping is used, shipping options may include B or D.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 30, 2017

Click the image below to access The Evolution of Intelligent Buildings in Retail by Navigant Research white paper. Per Bill Chamberlin of Forbes magazine , new revenue opportunities will include fewer lost purchases due to long waits or being “out of a certain item.”.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Get your free white paper. In the same manner that shopping has evolved in the world of e-commerce, how consumers pay for their purchases must also evolve. As the number of products available for purchase has increased, the ability to personalize products will become even more important for consumers. Download Here.

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