Inventory Forecasting: Formulas, Methods, Benefits and How to Implement
Running out of stock during peak demand or wasting money on unsold goods can hurt both profits and customer trust. Many businesses face this challenge because they don’t forecast their inventory needs correctly. That’s where inventory forecasting steps in. Companies use different methods like EOQ and ROP to enhance their inventory management, incorporating both quantitative […]
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Logistics Risk Management: What It Is, Types, and Implementation
Unexpected events can derail even the most efficient logistics network, making risk management in logistics essential. From natural disasters to supplier delays, risks pop up without warning. That’s why logistics risk management is no longer optional—it’s essential. Companies today face supply chain disruptions that can impact everything from raw materials to customer satisfaction. Identifying potential […]
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Retail Stores as Fulfillment Hubs; Logistics Trends to Watch; Women Thrive in Manufacturing; other Supply Chain and Logistics News
Retail’s Big Shift It’s official: Retailers are no longer just merchants; they’re experts at building logistics networks. Leading retailers are transforming stores into fulfillment hubs, cutting costs while speeding delivery. That’s the consensus from Manhattan Associates’ 2025 Unified Commerce Benchmark for Specialty Retail—an analysis of 220 retailers across seven industry segments, evaluating 300+ customer experience […]
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Generation AI?
Generative AI, or Gen AI, refers to a type of artificial intelligence that can create new content. But I am hijacking the term. In the way that Gen Z, Gen X, and Gen Y refer to different generations of Americans, I’m redefining Gen AI as the generation who are conversant in artificial intelligence and applying […]
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IN BRIEF: New Services and Solutions
Hyster expanded its lineup of configurable, high-capacity electric forklifts. The Hyster J230-400XD series offers load capacities from 23,000 to 40,000 pounds and 24-, 36-, or 48-inch load centers.
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Procurement Process and SCM: Processes, Types, How They Differ, and How to Integrate Them
Every business relies on suppliers to keep things moving. Without the right products or services at the right time, operations slow down, and customer satisfaction drops. That’s where procurement in the supply chain steps in—it’s not just about buying stuff; it’s about making smart, strategic decisions that drive performance. Procurement in the supply chain refers […]
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Urban Warehousing: What It Is, Characteristics, and Benefits
Last-mile delivery has become a serious challenge for many businesses. Online shopping is growing fast, but getting products from warehouses to customers in urban areas is harder than ever. Roads are packed, customer expectations are high, and delays lead to lost sales. As cities grow and e-commerce booms, the demand for effective urban warehousing solutions […]
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Are Your Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Ready for a Tighter Freight Market?
Almost every supply chain professional is leveraging their data for better carrier relationship management and smarter procurement decisions.
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Supply Chain Action Star: What’s the Package Deal?
No toying around. The action figure who could thrive in tomorrow’s supply chain needs these tools and talents.
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Custom TMS and Freight Management Solution Provides Industrial Distributor with Full Supply Chain Visibility
The Logistics Plus® MyLogisticsPlus™ cloud-based portal is customized to provide a direct interface with the client’s WMS for its parcel, freight, and international order and shipping processing. The Logistics Plus freight audit and payment solution offers the client complete invoice visibility with business intelligence reporting.
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The U.S. Got a Tariff Shock. Now Comes the Supply Chain Reckoning.
Sweeping U.S. tariffs—10% on all imports, with significantly higher rates targeting countries like China and Vietnam—have upended decades of global supply chain strategy as well as the stock market.
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How is AI Transforming Supply Chain Operations?
Searching for real-world examples of supply chain organizations that have implemented AI solutions and are seeing financial and operational results? We serve them up right here.
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What is a Vendor in the Supply Chain: Types, Key Responsibilities, and Financial Considerations
Running a successful supply chain starts with one question: What is a vendor? Vendors are essential to supply chain success. They are business entities that supply goods or services to other businesses or individual consumers. To describe their role more clearly, a vendor is specifically the party that is paid for goods and services, distinguishing […]
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What Is a Consignee in Shipping?
In every international shipping process, someone must take ownership of the goods once they arrive. That person or business is known as the consignee, who must be present to accept the shipment. The consignee’s address must be accurately mentioned on shipping documents to ensure smooth transactions and deliveries. So, what is a consignee? A consignee […]
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What Is a Bonded Warehouse? Why It Matters More Than Ever in Global Logistics
Whether you’re expanding to new markets, trying to manage costs, or simply looking to strengthen your logistics strategy, bonded warehousing deserves a closer look.
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Cross-Border Trade in North America: Uncertain Times, Tried-and-True Solutions
Logistics providers can offer deep understanding of customs and regulations, as well as technology and capacity that can streamline operations and move shippers’ goods safely and efficiently—no matter the geopolitical environment.
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Alaska: Extreme Logistics
With its remote but supremely strategic location, the Last Frontier rewards logistics providers that are relentlessly resourceful.
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