The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Sean Henry is the Founder and CEO of STORD , the pioneer of the Cloud Supply Chain and a leader in end-to-end logistics services and technology. Sean has been recognized in Forbes’ 30 under 30 list and INC’s Top 50 Emerging Entrepreneurs. He was also a member of the 2016 cohort of the Dynamo Accelerator Fund and a Thiel Fellow. About STORD.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 30, 2021

CVSA-certified inspectors will commit a blitz of inspections across North America, creating a sudden strain on resources for both domestic and cross-border freight. Consolidate parcel and LTL freight to reduce wasted space and tap additional capacity. Also known as the CVSA roadcheck, it spans three days.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Supply chain technology vendors and technology-based third-party logistics firms received VC investments totaling $15.4 billion had been invested in Exiger ; warehouse automation and robotics; supply chain digitization and AI; and supply chain sustainability solutions. billion in 2024.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 20, 2020

It functions as the base of blu’s operations, housing a technologically-enabled warehouse space, robotically-powered fulfilment systems, and an integrated last mile distribution centre. However, since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, lockdowns and freight restrictions have thrown supply chains worldwide into disarray.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

To understand what’s going on with third-party logistics , we had an extensive discussion with four industry thought leaders at BR Williams. Phillip Deason (PD), Vice President of Distribution and Warehousing : The supply chain can have delays for many reasons. First, let’s start with the pain points.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 1, 2021

This is a way to determine which carriers are able to deliver properly and without issue, as well as identifying opportunities for packaging and label optimization to avoid freight claims. Rebills happen when something changes about the shipment after the original freight quote was issued.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 10, 2022

Add in soaring air freight costs, and the fruit will not only be hard to find, but incredibly expensive. And now on to this week’s logistics news. Logistics hiring slowed in May amid shifts in retail sector. As a result, logistics hiring in May has slowed down. That’s a tough break for the industry.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 5, 2023

About Ruan Transportation Ruan provides Dedicated Contract Transportation , Managed Transportation , Value-Added Warehousing , and Brokerage Support Services to customers across the U.S. million square feet of dedicated warehousing space. Ruan has over 5,000 team members, including 4,000 truck drivers. The company has 1.5

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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 An Oregon freight-forwarder was hit with an export ban in what officials said was a warning to companies to heed restrictions on the shipment of sensitive technologies to countries the U.S.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2018

That then allows us to create more of that kind of content so our award-winning blog This year we will feature the top blog posts by page views in the following categories: Manufacturing , Logistics , Freight , and the Supply Chain. We will also feature our top white papers of the year, Talking Freight. Share This: Read More.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Ruan provides Dedicated Contract Transportation , Managed Transportation , Value-Added Warehousing , and Brokerage Support Services to customers across the U.S. Ruan is a family-owned transportation management company, providing Dedicated Contract Transportation, Managed Transportation, and Value-added Warehousing.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 7, 2021

Learning the difference between third party logistics (3PL) and fourth-party logistics (4PL), as well as 1PL and 2PL, and the rise of even fifth-party logistics (5PLs) is becoming increasingly sophisticated and valuable for driving successful supply chain operations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 14, 2022

Today’s logistics teams are operating in an environment characterized by uncertainty on three fronts. The available talent pool of drivers, warehouse associates and other employees is small, which creates staffing volatility. Manufacturers, retailers, and third-party logistics providers can all benefit from digitized logistics.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

Third party logistics (3PL) is the function by where the owner of goods outsources numerous components of the supply chain to a 3PL company that can perform the management function of the clients’ customs, inbound freight, distribution, warehousing, order fulfilment and outbound freight to the client’s customers.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 7, 2018

In full truckload freight management, technology will make or break plans for keeping freight spend in check. Demand for record-breaking speed of delivery and free shipping are only making the case for greater use of technology in full truckload freight shipping management, and shippers need to understand why. Download Here.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 17, 2022

And moving materials and products was made difficult, especially at the start of the pandemic, due to closed borders, limited air freight, and driver shortages. And today, supply chain instability is an ongoing concern, including when it comes to logistics and warehouse management.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 5, 2015

We continue our series on the most popular blog posts of 2014 in each of our main categories with our very first post of 2014 by featuring another area important to Cerasis and the industry: third party logistics. 3PLs were “third parties,” or replaceable outsiders. And the economy is a big factor.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 31, 2015

This is in part due to the fact that as a third party logistics company, focused on efficient and strategic transportation management solutions through technology and services, it is vital for us to educate our shipper customers and our team in order to continually improve and always provide value. .

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Marty Wadle and Joe Lynch discuss transportation vs logistics. Marty is the Chief Commercial Officer of Ruan Transportation , a transportation company providing Dedicated Contract Transportation, Managed Transportation, Value-added Warehousing, and Brokerage Support Services. About Marty Wadle. About Ruan Transportation.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 14, 2022

Historically, brokers and 3PL (Third Party Logistics) firms, as a result of their safe relationships with corporate shippers, have intentionally kept pricing and discounts as abstract as possible to maintain a false sense of savings for the end user. SwanLeap was acquired by Transportation Insight HoldCo in November, 2021.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 1, 2015

I often hear from novice shippers: “How can I find a great freight forwarder?”. The truth is that finding a great freight forwarder is actually rather easy. Here are nine items to look for when searching for the best freight forwarder for your company: Research, Research, Research. Warehousing. Modes of Transportation.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 30, 2019

E-Commerce Demand Will Lead to the Urbanization of Warehousing As explained by On Time Logistics , the urbanization of warehousing refers to the increased use of warehouse space to move product closer to consumers. In addition, the sheer volume of warehouses in high-population areas is expanding.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2021

With the third vaccine authorized, these manufacturers are pressing for more companies to be authorized to ship the vaccine. And while most people think of over the road trucking first, ocean freight is making waves. Global transportation is at the forefront of sustainability efforts.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

E-commerce is expanding to reach $1 trillion by 2025, and demand for more products and services among the world’s shippers is keeping third-party logistics providers, like Cerasis, on their toes. Shippers require the ability to track a product from the moment it is filled in a warehouse until it arrives at a customer’s doorstep.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 6, 2022

Benjamin has worked with firms such as UPS, DHL, Kuehne & Nagel, Agility Logistics, NFI Logistics, GENCO, Nations Express, Raytrans, Echo Global, Dixie, Wilpak, and others. Prior to BGSA Holdings, Ben founded 3PLex, the Internet solution enabling third-party logistics companies to automate their business.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 5, 2023

million-square-foot warehouse in Connecticut Flexport announced the acquisition of Shopify Logistics’ assets, including Deliverr. Flexport will also become the official Shopify Logistics Partner and provider of Shop Promise for millions of Shopify merchants. The home-goods retailer says in a complaint filed with U.S.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Clients have included third party logistics providers (3PL’s), asset-based providers, shippers (manufacturers and distributors) and vendors to the industry (transportation technology/fleet solutions). CS Recruiting has quickly become one of the most trusted transportation executive search firms.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

DECEMBER 17, 2021

These business changes create stress and demand logistics responsibilities like inventory management, shipping, returns, exchanges, and freight carrier coordination. Should you handle your e-commerce product fulfillment yourself or partner with a third-party logistics (3PL) warehousing and distribution provider ?

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

More than a year into a freight capacity crisis that shows little sign of weakening, it’s time for all parties involved in logistics and freight transportation to meet this issue head on. Freight Capacity Crisis: How Did We Get Here So Quickly? There are No Crystal Balls.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2016

Logistics companies help manufacturers and shippers improve customer service and satisfaction, global expertise in trade, reduce risk, enable rapid expansion and start-up, and reduce current and future costs. Recently, the Global Supply Chain Institute published a guide, “ Selecting and Managing a Third-Party Logistics Provider.”

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 13, 2018

The needs and expectations of manufacturers and retailers for their logistics partners have changed significantly over the years, and confusion and misconceptions remain in the marketplace concerning what third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and fourth party logistics providers (4PLs) are and the services they offer.

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Logility

JULY 13, 2023

Third Party Logistics providers (3PLs) are many and diverse. Then the task is simply to find 3PLs that can support warehousing and freight in that area. 3PL selection is a supply chain decision and an optimization opportunity. The network study will give a zone of acceptability for a node.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Our vision at TRAMES, is to reduce global trade barriers through digitalizing international freight and transportation. TRAMES is all about International Freight Orchestration (IFO). These interactions flow across Brokers, Truckers, Carriers, Third Party Logistics Service Providers both at Origin and Destination.

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20Cube Logistics

MAY 29, 2022

Smaller cities become new hubs in the Indian warehousing landscape. India’s warehousing industry is ready to see a new future which is smart and one of the biggest in the world. With the government policies supporting the manufacturing activities in India, warehousing becomes the next big thing. Opportunity drivers.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 19, 2019

The same is true for the transportation market and the types of challenges and opportunities that shippers and third-party logistics providers face. Logistics Market (WSJ – sub. req’d) New Digital Container Shipping Association is aiming to make a splash (The Loadstar).

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

3PL Basics: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics with Roberto Cadena. Robert Cadena and Joe Lynch provide an introduction to 3rd party logistics. 3rd party logistics services include 5 major categories: 1.) Warehousing 3.) Logistics 4.) Key Takeaways: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 29, 2019

Shippers need to understand the top supply chain and logistics automation trends to watch for in 2019. This level of supply chain and logistics automation will use technology embedded within video analytics to offer drivers an extra hand in the course of duty. The Move to LTL Digital Shipping. Download WhitePaper.

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