Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2014

In many cases, we look at recent trends and simply project them forward, but this assumes that the factors impacting that trend, either directly or indirectly, will remain the same, which is often a false assumption. Amazon Inside P&G Warehouses: A Case of “What’s In It for We”. The Google TMS? Time for a New RFP.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 23, 2021

Fewer labor resources are available to meet the rising demand in both the warehouse and in transit. How Can a 3PL Help Shippers Manage LTL Transportation Proactively. We leverage data across a wider network to understand trends within rate fluctuation and available capacity, and identify opportunities for consolidation.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 19, 2024

Kevin Hill and Joe Lynch disucss 4 trends in freight brokerage. Summary: 4 Trends in Freight Brokerage Kevin Hill of Brush Past Research joins the Logistics of Logistics podcast to discuss the growth, evolution, and current state of the freight brokerage industry.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2025

Kudos to the supply chain and logistics teams that have already adopted transportation management systems (TMS), warehouse management systems (WMS), and other digital solutions. They can ingest large volumes of functional data and leverage advanced intelligence to recognize broad trends and specific disruptive events.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2021

This would be a trigger across the supply chain which would result in warehouse movements, maybe LTL, consolidation, and finally distribution and delivery of re-supplies. The digital twin models the constraints in transportation, warehousing, production and then can produce optimized plans to handle the inevitable exceptions that arise.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

In this blog, they discuss everything you need to know about a 3PL business. What is 3PL? There are several definitions of 3PL. Third party logistics (3PL) is a company that provides an all-encompassing service to its customers of outsourced logistics services for a part or all of their supply chain management functions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Uberization: Exploring On-Demand Transportation, Labor and Warehousing. then secure on-demand transportation, warehousing and labor assets dynamically, re-planning flexibly as conditions change.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 22, 2019

2019 is shaping up to be a year in which warehouses and distribution centers continue the development and implementation of technology-based processes. Shipments sent from a warehouse, which may be a major distribution center for Walmart, Target or another company, can be sent direct-to-consumer. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Joe is Founder and CEO of The Logistics of Logistics , a media property that provides valuable insights from logistics and supply chain leaders on various topics related to the industry, such as innovation, technology, trends, and the future of freight. As COO, Joe ran a 3PL focused on LTL and truckload shipping.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 12, 2017

When we speak to supply chain leaders about innovations in their supply chain, it’s not always about drones, self-driving trucks, or automated warehouses. Trend #1: Customers Buying Experience Not Products. Trend #3: Serving Every Customer with their Own Optimized Micro Supply Chain.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

While we’re happy to leave 2021 in the rearview mirror, many of the same trends will impact the truckload market in 2022. In our white paper, 2022 Logistics and Supply Chain Trends and Outlook , we cover many of the lingering effects of the past two years, and the newest challenges truckload shippers can expect to face in the year ahead.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Fewer labor resources are available to meet the rising demand in both the warehouse and in transit. ? Talent shortages, especially limited drivers, will exacerbate the capacity crunch and result in shortages across warehousing and transportation simultaneously.? . Download the White Paper: Over the Road Freight Management Trends.

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Locus Robotics

JANUARY 6, 2025

Home January 06, 2025 Warehouse Automation Reflections for 2024 and What Lies Ahead in 2025: Part 2/3 Rick Faulk , Chief Executive Officer What will the future hold for warehouses in 2025? The rise in e-commerce and omnichannel demand drives the need for flexible warehouse automation. Customers Will Demand RaaS Solutions.

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Ware2Go

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Use this guide to understand warehousing services, prioritize service level agreements, and choose the right warehouse partner for your business. Table of Contents: What is Warehousing? What Is Warehousing? Types of Warehousing Services. By this definition, a warehouse would only provide inventory storage.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 14, 2014

The 3PL market – defined here as non-asset based transportation, warehousing, and integrated supply chain services, has shown healthy growth in the second quarter of 2014. The scope of coverage includes non-asset based transportation and warehousing services (referred to as “contract logistics” […].

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 31, 2018

The 2018 State of Logistics Report , sponsored by 3PL Central , indicates warehousing models are evolving at a phenomenal rate. More importantly, demand for warehouse space is at an all-time high, and warehousing is still short two million workers. Optimize warehouse design. Even with 5.2 GET YOUR COPY HERE.

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DELMIA Quintiq

OCTOBER 28, 2014

With growing consumer expectations for faster delivery, shippers are expecting value-added logistics services from 3PL operators. This increases the urgency for 3PLs to leverage on the best market trends to increase logistics flexibility. There is certainly high potential for both 3PLs and manufacturers to become more efficient.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Anticipating a rebound from COVID-19, this blog post highlighted insights into how supply chain leaders were thinking about their supply chain in the context of the pandemic, macro industry trends, and as they planned for the year ahead. #2. Supply Chain Cybersecurity: Why an Expert 3PL With Strict Security Measures Is Key to Success.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Container Ship Leasing Trends Downward. Micro-Warehouse Provider Pivots as Retail Consumer Market Shifts. Actually, Fabric’s 3PL business model using its own proprietary technology to fulfill customer orders is an atypical way for technology suppliers to deliver value in the market. And now to this week’s logistics news….

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

If you want your facility operating at maximum capacity with low overhead, get ahead of the competition by staying on top of new warehouse management best practices and logistics best practices. It’s time to adopt a warehouse management system (WMS). The cost of warehouse square footage is no joke. Want maximum efficiency?

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6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Customer expectations, labor shortages, and service level agreements continue to get more difficult to manage while the 3PL industry landscape gets increasingly competitive. The Future of Logistics, Operations and Warehousing (FLOW) Conference provides a new perspective on how to tactically solve these problems. Register Now.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Warehousing and distribution management is nota core skill. Many enterprises have taken heed and determined that inbound and outbound transport and warehousing are consequential processes of their business rather than fundamental or core processes. Why do organisations outsource logistics operations? Performance is sub-optimal.

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PINC

JUNE 27, 2016

The 3PL Summit and Chief Supply Chain Officer forum brought together supply chain executives and industry experts to discuss the latest trends in the industry. The event happened in Chicago between June 20th and June 22nd.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2016

Blindly selecting a third-party logistics company could lead to devastating financial and physical consequences for a company, and constraints on shipping, warehousing, and transportation industry are set to tighten in the coming years. Shippers must review what is currently taking place before attempting to select a 3PL company.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2018

From trends, KPIs, and technology to issues overall logistics business strategy. These 5 Top Logistics Trends for 2018 are a Response to the Growing Customer Experience Movement. 6 More Logistics Technology Trends Enabling Success in 2018. What Are the Top Warehouse Management KPIs Every Supply Chain Exec Should Measure.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 27, 2019

01:54] What will the 3PL industry look like in 2025? A non-traditional 3PL is Amazon, who is both a customer and a competitor to some of the other domestic 3PLs. 12:30] Tell us about some of the trends you think are going to impact the industry over the next five years. [00:21] Opening / Introduction. [00:57]

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GlobalTranz

JULY 12, 2016

A Director of Operations, Warehouse Director or Manager, or even the Director of Supply Chain or Logistics, are always in the pursuit of continuous improvement as well as warehouse cost savings in both time and money. 5 Key Areas to Focus on in the Pursuit of Warehouse Cost Savings. Use cross-functional teams to solve problems.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 30, 2020

In this evolution, companies will quickly learn the pitfalls of multi-tier warehouse management and the latency with third-party logistics (3PL) signals. Use contactless shopping channels to test and learn to understand localization trends and unearth new opportunities. Rethink Manufacturing. Recommendation. Be a good shipper.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

What is a third-party logistics provider (3PL)? As I’ve commented in the past (see March 2014 post, “3PLs, What Business Are You In?”), the answers to those questions are very different today compared to a decade ago. Read more Retailers Offering 3PL Services: What Is Going On? What business are they in? — who are not.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 31, 2021

This blog is co-authored by Raj Patel, Senior Director Global Industry Strategy 3PL; Terence Leung, Senior Product Marketing Director; and Nina Seth, Product Marketing Director. Retailers and manufacturers now expect their 3PL partners to deliver better, faster and cheaper services while providing additional value-added services.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

So, what are the mega trends? How does the pandemic and digital technology play into these trends? The pandemic has greatly accelerated this trend. Grocery retailers are exploring dark stores , stores that have been converted to warehouses that are close to customers and support quicker and lower cost deliveries.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 21, 2024

bans exports by Oregon freight-forwarder in warning shot to industry Container losses fall to record low Warehouse wages rise to average of $18.99 Rising warehouse wages are driving up demand for technology and automation to reduce labor costs, according to a study from the Nevada-based third-party logistics provider (3PL) ITS Logistics.

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Third-party logistics, or 3PLs, help outsource business operations such as supply chain and logistics. The global demand for 3PL (third-party logistics) services is increasing due to the rapid rise of e-commerce. The worldwide 3PL industry, estimated at roughly $1 trillion in 2020, is predicted to reach $1.75

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 5, 2022

Although many of the trends discussed below involve technology, supply chain professionals need to give equal attention to people, processes, and technology. ”[1] Improved visibility and connectivity are involved in many of the supply chain trends discussed below. Supply Chain Trends. Digital Supply Chain Transformation.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 17, 2022

We can leverage the usage of edge-sensors, using our expertise in installing and providing this type of “component” to extract data helping 3PL/supply chain owners to digitise and optimise to improve productivity and efficiency in supply chain workflows and operations. What are the opportunities and trends in store?

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BlueYonder

MARCH 23, 2023

The following are the insights gained from my discussion with Ann Marie Jonkman , who leads Blue Yonder’s 3PL Industry Strategy, and the logistics events that we prepared for. 3PLs, 4PLs and distributors are looking for solutions to manage omni-channel, as well as improve profitability. Can you summarize the key trends you are seeing?

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6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Warehouse automation stats show that automation is making a big impact on warehouses and distribution centers. There are many driving forces behind the automation trend, from rising labor costs to rapid growth in ecommerce sales and a growing demand for rapid order fulfillment , such as two-day and even same-day delivery.

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