Talking Logistics

MARCH 19, 2019

If you get an invoice for your DC Outbound account number this week which contains roughly a week’s worth of shipments, you will receive an invoice for this same account next week with roughly a week’s worth of shipments. Use the Correct Metrics. Therefore, using the correct metrics is crucial. However, don’t stop there.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 22, 2013

The same is true if you plan to open more stores or distribution centers in new locations, expect to grow your ecommerce operations, want to implement DC-bypass, are thinking of providing same-day delivery, and so on. For additional thoughts on this topic, watch my Talking Logistics episode from March, our most-watched episode to date.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 26, 2023

Mr. Beery began by visiting Procter & Gamble, UPS Logistics, the devices division at Microsoft, and other companies with advanced supply chains. The second goal was to work with a fourth party logistics (4PL) partner that had invested in cutting-edge transportation management and visibility solutions.

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

But what do these terms mean for the logistics industry? At Blue Yonder, we believe every logistics stakeholder should be excited about advanced technologies like AI. So, let’s take a few minutes to define some of the most common terms related to managing logistics via advanced technology. What exactly is a data cloud?

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 23, 2017

With little time to spare this morning, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Amazon’s Deal for Whole Foods Seen as Ideal for Urban Pickup and Delivery Hubs (WSJ – sub. CSCMP 28th Annual State of Logistics Report: Accelerating into Uncertainty. DC Velocity).

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2013

Your stakeholders can: Align sourcing, purchasing, logistics, and I.T. management and related logistics objectives. Discrepancies decrease between planned and actual logistics activity. Buyers, planners, and logistics staff spend less time and money tracking order status. Encourage ongoing stakeholder input.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 3, 2024

It also explored the significant benefits businesses can realize by digitally connecting their logistics operations to drive intelligent, autonomous decision-making, fueled by artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). Available to watch on demand, the event was hosted by DC Velocity and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Xchange.

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Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

To make a decision about new DC location, Walmart uses 2 main factors, namely, the demand in the proposed DC area and the outbound logistics cost from DC to stores. Cost of inbound logistics is not taken into account. Intel ''s new product development is done by the process called Technology Roadmap.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 10, 2024

This article explores key strategies for enhancing logistical efficiency and thus improving profitability and reducing cost. Logistical Efficiency in Sourcing, Distribution, and Delivery Local Sourcing: While offering potential environmental benefits, local sourcing introduces complexities like smaller vehicle sizes and less-than-full loads.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 21, 2024

This blog has been adapted from a talk given at the Leaders in Logistics: Last Mile event. In logistics, this principle of reducing uncertainty is still underutilized. For example, a retailer might order excess stock to avoid running out, or a logistics provider might add extra lead time to compensate for unknown delays.

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

Let us examine these: Organizational Silos: Broadly speaking, in any organization there are Commercial teams consisting of Sales and Marketing, and Operational teams consisting of Logistics and Production. For example, there may be a hand off of inventory from the Operational function to the Sales function at the Regional DC level.

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SupplyPike

APRIL 10, 2020

Learn how to: Keep your logistics on time and prepared Maintain your replenishment goals Properly forecast and redefine your demand plan Use technology to help. SupplyPike has created supply chain software solutions to help with logistics, replenishment, forecasting, and analytics. Forecasting. Other considerations.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

It would be tempting to think of reverse logistics as forward logistics done backwards. Reverse logistic isn’t simply a reverse gear. Reverse logistics can also have a dramatic effect on steering a company’s fortunes. Reverse logistics is therefore worth doing, and worth doing properly.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 22, 2015

According to the press release : The proposed standards are expected to lower CO2 emissions by approximately 1 billion metric tons, cut fuel costs by about $170 billion, and reduce oil consumption by up to 1.8 appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. million miles, while avoiding 4,878 tons of CO2 emissions.

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Supply Chain Network

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

In fact, this year I have the pleasure of presenting my insights from the perspective of someone who lead the business side and now leads a team on the logistics service provider side. This presentation will provide a comprehensive look at best practices in, and the effect of, Omni-channel in the DC and outbound supply chain.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

JULY 26, 2019

TMS users in transportation logistics organizations are sitting atop a gold mine of actionable data captured by their TMS solutions. The shrewd operators are leveraging these data to support predictive analyses with the goal of achieving more accurate planning and execution of logistics as product moves through their supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 10, 2017

Using technology to improve last mile metrics is essential to driving last mile costs down, but how do shippers know if the technology is helping or hurting? Essentially, shippers need to track these 11 metrics. On-Time Deliveries Are King of Last Mile Metrics. Fuel Consumption Rates. Driver Hours In-Motion and Stationary.

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Lucas

JULY 3, 2018

WERC’s Annual DC Measures Survey is a great tool for benchmarking your distribution center and warehouse operations, but it’s also a valuable resource for identifying trends across the industry. This year’s survey showed the growing importance of labor-related metrics in assessing DC performance. Annual workforce turnover.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 20, 2021

These key metrics become your organisation’s “multi-function display” and give you the primary data needed to monitor and manage “normal flight conditions.” ” Feel free to track lots more metrics in the background if you wish, but try to keep attention focused on the five or six “real KPIs.”

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6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

General warehouse industry statistics Warehousing costs & revenue statistics Warehouse efficiency statistics Labor statistics in the warehousing industry Automation adoption in the warehousing industry Warehouse performance metrics Warehouse automation stats: General warehouse industry statistics 1. According to data from the U.S.

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Veridian Solutions

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Changing state of logistics. Meanwhile, the changing state of logistics will require more integration with new systems, including those created by third-party logistics providers (3PLS). As explained by Erhan Musaoglu via DC Velocity , automatically tracking consumer behaviors helps you connect and understand their needs/values.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

MARCH 31, 2022

A warehouse management system (WMS) is a software application that helps manage the operations of a warehouse or distribution center (DC). To understand which warehouse management system is right for your supply chain strategy, you need to understand what a warehouse management system is.

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ThroughPut

MAY 3, 2024

As we step into 2024, the world of logistics isn’t what it used to be. Everything is connected – what happens in one part of the supply chain can shake things up in logistics, and the other way around. That is why logistics management software (LMS) is so much more today than what it used to be. We’ve all been witness to this!

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

I was shortly however completely astonished when the head of the DC called me to say that the Distribution Centre was out of space and could no longer receive and process goods, all in advance of the critical holiday season. I had just joined the company which declared itself one of the leading Distribution and Logistics companies globally.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2018

It would be tempting to think of reverse logistics as forward logistics done backwards. Reverse logistic isn’t simply a reverse gear. Reverse logistics can also have a dramatic effect on steering a company’s fortunes. Reverse logistics is therefore worth doing, and worth doing properly.

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crisp

AUGUST 27, 2024

From automated Monday morning recaps to a customizable report builder with over 5,000 key Target metrics, SOLYS by Crisp streamlines operations and drives growth for vendors in their Target partnership. Department 49: Personal Care); select classes within departments; and/or select from over 5,000 additional metrics.

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Zipline Logistics

MARCH 18, 2020

It currently just uses on-time metrics to grade suppliers and the store’s retail buyers can base purchasing decisions on a brand’s delivery performance. Sam’s Club launched its OTIF program in the spring of 2018, following the logistics compliance precedent set by Walmart. Tougher OTIF Standards at Sam’s Club. Learn More.

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E2open

MARCH 1, 2018

Until recently, the supply chains for CPG companies used to end with their distribution centers (DCs) serving Walmart DCs. The demand from a Walmart DC or another retailer’s DC was lumpy by definition. What OTIF means for you. Store demand in general was a theoretical concept, sometimes heard about and seldom utilized. .

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E2open

MARCH 1, 2018

Until recently, the supply chains for CPG companies used to end with their distribution centers (DCs) serving Walmart DCs. The demand from a Walmart DC or another retailer’s DC was lumpy by definition. What OTIF means for you. Store demand in general was a theoretical concept, sometimes heard about and seldom utilized. .

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Like any industry, in Supply Chain and Logistics we have a lot of Acronyms and Abbreviations. 3PL 3rd Party Logistics – A company that provides outsourced logistics services. This allows companies to focus on their core competencies while leaving logistics to specialists. Here is a starter list.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 10, 2017

Shippers often forget about the possible savings through an effective inbound logistics strategy. In addition, managing vendors and inbound logistics can feel like a lot of work for little gain, yet the possible savings by implementing an inbound logistics program can add up through these key ways.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 3, 2017

And by comparison and with apparently so much to gain, why do some logistics service providers and their clients fail to team up effectively? Making collaboration work at the logistics sharp end is possible , but there are conditions. What Can Companies Gain from Collaborating in Logistics? Shared logistical expertise.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 3, 2017

And by comparison and with apparently so much to gain, why do some logistics service providers and their clients fail to team up effectively? Making collaboration work at the logistics sharp end is possible, but there are conditions. What Can Companies Gain from Collaborating in Logistics? Shared logistical expertise.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Once completed, the facility will house 40 dual-port DC fast-charging stations, 40 electric vehicles and 40 electric refrigerated trailers. terawatt-hours of solar power would eliminate more than 112 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually, the report found.

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crisp

JUNE 20, 2024

. “We can see when on-hand inventory is running low in Crisp, and promptly adjust POs with our buyers and logistics team” Alyssa explains. What’s more, Brew Dr.’s Logistics team leverages data in the platform to optimize delivery routes, maximizing truckloads and saving on costs.

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Intelligent Audit

MAY 2, 2022

Actionable analytics and insights are meaningful findings resulting from data collection, interpretation, and logistics intelligence. Understanding how actionable analytics and shipping analytics makes logistics and management better can best be seen by focusing on current optimization and automation opportunities.

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ThroughPut

MAY 2, 2024

Customer demand is a dynamic metric, which means that you need to keep estimating it based on evolving market forces such as customer preferences, weather changes, and changing industry trends. It could identify its top 150 SKUs and revise the allocations, realizing logistics savings of up to €2 million per year.

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