The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Previously advised companies on corporate strategy and M&A in Brazil and New York for 8 years. From digital freight brokerage and consultancy to software tools, they empower shippers, carriers, and warehouses to move more with less—increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing service quality.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 21, 2022

Blue Yonder recognized the need to transform into a Partner First organization as part of its core growth strategy. I talked with Umar Ausaf – Blue Yonder’s General Manager for North America Partner Success and Bill Beecher – VP for Global Alliances at Blue Yonder – about this change to their strategy. The transition is not easy.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

They partner with carriers, shippers, and freight tech vendors to help them optimize their business and build software to fuel their growth. Partners with various stakeholders: Metafora collaborates with carriers, shippers, and even freight technology vendors. Welcome to the new way forward. Welcome to Metafora.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 3, 2021

Industry analysts, consultants, and enterprise software vendors have been talking about the importance of digital transformation for many years. Read more Why LSPs Need a Digital Transformation Strategy. The post Why LSPs Need a Digital Transformation Strategy appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Ship Monk

JULY 25, 2024

The partnership not only provides vendors greater access to buyers, it follows the trend of selling channel expansion across the ecommerce landscape. Target’s Motivation So why would a large enterprise like Target make such a pivotal pivot in its selling strategy? How Will the Partnership Work?

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2022

Many of the best automation solutions do not eliminate headcount. This solution significantly reduced shipping costs by eliminating wasted cardboard and dunnage. These are clear cut benefits. Vendors come in, meet with management and consultants, then design technology solutions around those processes as they are written.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Strategic Benefits For companies that integrate autonomous delivery vehicles into their operations, benefits include: Cost Savings: Autonomous vehicles reduce the reliance on human drivers, which can significantly lower labor costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2025

The adoption of AI in supply chain automation is enabling companies to make more accurate decisions, reduce cycle times, and better manage complexity. Use Cases: Spend Analytics: Machine learning models analyze historical purchasing behavior to identify opportunities for cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and policy enforcement.

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ShipLilly

JUNE 28, 2021

Thankfully some strategies can be used to mitigate the cost. This is a fiscally sound strategy that cuts down on reverse logistics costs for organizations. It is essential for manufacturers and suppliers to take a better look at the vendor agreements they have in place so that they can enforce better collaboration.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

They partner with carriers, shippers, and freight tech vendors to help them optimize their business and build software to fuel their growth. Metafora is a trusted partner who will jump at the chance to help carriers, freight brokers, shippers, and tech vendors do great things. Welcome to the new way forward. Welcome to Metafora.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Since 2011 carriers, 3PLs, shippers, and logistics technology vendors have looked to CarrierDirect to deliver the efficiency, strategy, go-to-market plans, and technology that will elevate their business above their competition. CarrierDirect clients include Werner, J.B. Hunt, Covenant, CRST, and FedEx. Financial implications.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 10, 2022

He has advised carriers and 3PLs to create and implement long-term strategies enabled through organizational change and operational efficiency. They partner with carriers, shippers, and freight tech vendors to help them optimize their business and build software to fuel their growth. Peter leads client service and engagement delivery.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

In addition, the holiday shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year is 26 days—five days shorter than in 2023—potentially creating additional headaches for online vendors and their delivery partners attempting to fulfill a greater volume of orders in less time.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

As CEO & co-founder of Parade, Anthony leads product vision and strategy to enable logistics service providers to work smarter and faster with modern tools. 10 Questions You Should Be Asking Capacity Management Vendors. About Anthony Sutardja. Why you Should Consider Implementing Parade at the Same Time as Your New TMS.

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ECW

APRIL 3, 2025

Theyre managed by different vendors, run on different systems, and operate with different priorities. Retailers and manufacturers can adjust inventory strategies based on accurate inbound data. It shortens travel time, reduces fuel costs, and improves scheduling control. The result?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 25, 2025

However, it should be noted that certain vendors refer to MES because it is familiar. MES and MOM in Industry Strategy and the Smart Factory Many advanced manufacturers have an industry strategy that aligns and supports the overall business strategy and its objectives. Using these two terms gets some people confused.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 28, 2023

Growe was formed on a foundational appreciation for the importance of speed, flexibility, creativity, and timing on a 3PL’s real-estate strategy and overall profitability. Growe has evolved into a diverse network that connects numerous 3PLs, brands, manufacturers, and vendors in every market across the country.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 23, 2025

Supply chain managers will need to assess supplier capacity, evaluate long-term sourcing contracts, and consider geographic diversification to reduce risk associated with seasonality and regional sourcing limitations. Companies may need to revise inventory strategies and adjust procurement lead times accordingly.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

A plan is necessary, possibly based on one of the following strategies. Hidden Opportunities for Supply Chain Cost Reductions Of course hidden costs, if you can find them, mean hidden opportunities. Reverse Logistics Strategy 1: Don’t do it! Clearly, successful reverse logistics cannot be left to luck.

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TransAudit

APRIL 17, 2025

From vendor selection to route planning and landed cost forecasting, every part of the process is being affected. Carrier and Freight Strategy Adjustments Tariff-related rerouting has prompted carriers to rethink their strategies: Ocean carriers are restructuring trans-Pacific lanes to avoid ports with elevated duties or delays.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2025

Edge computing processing data locally, near the source has emerged as a method to address these challenges by reducing latency and improving resiliency. Different manufacturers and vendors often use different protocols and systems, making integrations resource intensive from both a capital and personnel perspective.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Insights from Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Supply Chain Strategy, 2020. Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Supply Chain Strategy, 2020 offers some guidance. In the report, you will find capabilities across five categories: technologies, competencies, frameworks, operating model strategies, and organizational models. Firefighting is the norm.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 21, 2021

CarrierDirect a team of people absorbed in all things transportation, logistics, and supply chain, motivated by opportunities to help carriers, freight brokers, shippers, and tech vendors do great things. They are passionate about problem solving, not afraid of a challenge, and always ready to go the extra mile.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 27, 2022

Mark and his team work to become trusted partners with their shippers, carriers and technology partners – supplier, vendor, etc. While the focus is on freight tech and supply chain software that is automating the industry, relationships are still the secret sauce that drives the best companies. is not good enough.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The project was focused on the spare parts supply chain – the delivery of car parts and aftermarket accessories to automotive dealers and repair shops across Europe from their OEM vendors as well as their own manufacturing facilities in Europe. This supply chain spanned across 24 nations. The project took close to nine months.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Mapping WMS Solutions to Warehouse Complexity If your warehouse complexity is low, heres the good news: you have plenty of vendors to choose from. When selecting a system, focus on factors like technical architecture, vendor and product viability, total cost of ownership (TCO), and time to value.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2020

Since 2011 carriers, 3PLs, shippers, and logistics technology vendors have looked to CarrierDirect to deliver the efficiency, strategy, go-to-market plans, and technology that will elevate their business above their competition. CarrierDirect clients include Werner, J.B. Hunt, Covenant, CRST, and FedEx. Finding Your Sales Personality.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 16, 2019

But, with a well-planned strategy, you too can reduce expenses in your workplace. Still, some losses are a predictable expense and you can’t entirely eliminate them. Reduce Labor Costs Most of your operating budget will go towards labor. Either you reduce pay or find a way to increase work efficiency.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

So everything in the retailer’s Supply Chain strategy needs to be focused on the customer, and of course the shareholders, that goes without saying. Effective retail supply chain management also helps to manage inventory levels, reduce waste and ultimately customer satisfaction. And they have very different dynamics.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Mike Mulqueen is a Partner and Strategy Practice Lead at JBF Consulting. JBF Consulting is a supply chain execution strategy and systems integrator for logistics-intensive companies of every size and any industry. From the needs assessment, a technology vendor is selected and the implementation begins. About Mike Mulqueen.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 16, 2025

All supply chain vendors seek to position themselves as leaders in supply chain AI. AWS , Google , and Microsoft are also investing heavily in custom AI chips to reduce their dependence on NVIDIA and optimize performance and cost. Collin Masson, Director of Research at ARC Advisory Group. But there is a larger AI ecosystem.

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Locus

JUNE 23, 2023

So, knowing more about order fulfillment, its importance, process, and strategies is critical. With an efficient order fulfillment process, businesses can reduce their shipping costs and improve their turnaround times which helps them increase their sales and revenue. Let’s fill in! What is Order fulfillment?

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Material Handling and Logistics

AUGUST 27, 2018

Simply put, businesses must take the time to proactively identify the potential risks they can face and develop remediation strategies to address these risks. When disaster strikes, business owners must take measures to ensure employees are safe, which often means extending risk strategies beyond the office walls.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

We estimate digital workers like Tracy and Sam who work 24×7, collaborate with each other, and learn and improve over time can help supply chain teams manage up to 40% more shipments and reduce manual coordination work up to 80%. A unified approach ensures better collaboration between agents and reduces data silos.

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