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The Role of Technology in Managing LTL Freight Spend

Thursday, July 29, 2021 · LM Staff
Thursday, August 19, 2021, 2:00PM. Register for this webcast to gain insight on the LTL industry, including expertise on managing freight spend, implementing automation technology, increasing customer satisfaction and more.

Global Healthcare Organization Streamlines RFP Process and Reduces Costs with Automated LTL RFP

Wednesday, July 7, 2021 · SMC3
For one global healthcare company seeking to avoid unexpected costs and shipping inefficiencies, while simultaneously unlocking the benefits of multiple countries and business units under one RFP, powerful automation proved to be the missing piece to the RFP puzzle. Let’s…

How Big Data and New Tools are Changing Transportation Solution Design

Wednesday, July 7, 2021 · DHL Supply Chain
Powerful data solutions enable transportation managers to improve efficiencies and identify cost-saving opportunities.
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Top 50 3PLs take to a rapid clip

Tuesday, July 6, 2021 · LM Staff
The global pandemic has presented unprecedented challenges. Yet, third-party logistics operators have demonstrated resiliency and strength.

Global 3PLs: Focus on innovation

Tuesday, June 29, 2021 · Patrick Burnson
Multiple trends are affecting the ability of logistics functions and third-party logistics (3PL) providers to effectively deliver on their goals, notes a new research study by Gartner.

The Age of Amazon: Why 3PLs & Last-Mile Delivery Fleets Must Draw Closer

Tuesday, June 15, 2021 · SCMR Staff
The COVID-19 pandemic changed how shippers and 3PLs connect with last-mile transportation providers. Many shippers and third-party logistics (3PL) companies formed new strategic partnerships in the face of these changes to combat same-day delivery expectations fueled by the…

Gartner’s Supply Chain Research Team Releases New Study on 3PL Innovation

Monday, May 24, 2021 · Patrick Burnson
Multiple trends are affecting the ability of logistics functions and third-party logistics (3PL) providers to effectively deliver on their goals, notes a new research study by Gartner.

Three Strategies for Improving Integration Between Warehouse and Packaging Operations

Monday, May 3, 2021 · Alicemarie Geoffrion, Vice President, Packaging Operations, North America, DHL Supply Chain
By integrating software, inventory, and data, brands can optimize packaging operations and increase warehouse efficiencies.
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2021 Rate Outlook: Higher shipping rates dead ahead

Monday, March 1, 2021 · Patrick Burnson
Freight transportation providers responded to COVID-19 pressures heroically, becoming leaner, more collaborative and efficient. Patrick Burnson reports that while this is good news for the nation’s freight network, shippers should expect significantly higher rates across all…

When a TMS Isn’t Enough: Managing Transportation Technology Complexity

Monday, February 1, 2021 · Mihaela Isac, Senior Director, IT Transportation Solutions, DHL Supply Chain and Jason Gillespie, Senior Director, Continuous Improvement and Innovation, DHL Supply Chain
A transportation management system provides the foundation for digitalization, but managing multiple complex systems to optimize operations can be a challenge. A 3PL partner can be the key to streamlining the technology needed to stay ahead.

The Latest Benchmarking Costs, Prices, and Practices for North American Warehousing Available

Friday, January 29, 2021 · SCMR Staff
Armstrong & Associates, Inc. (A&A) www.3PLogistics.com estimates the U.S. Warehousing Market at $173.4 billion with Commercial Warehousing Revenue (comprised of Value-Added Warehousing & Distribution (VAWD/3PL) and Public Warehousing Revenue) at $79.9 billion.
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The supply chain’s pivot to E-commerce

Wednesday, January 6, 2021 · Gary Forger, Special Projects Editor
COVID brought a spike in e-commerce annual growth. The challenge now is to manage that explosion in the near term without over investing before the new normal, because we aren’t going back.
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Improving 3PL Management: Digital transformation

Wednesday, December 2, 2020 · Evan Armstrong, Armstrong & Associates
The future of the third-party domestic transportation management market is now centered on creating digital experiences, workflow automation, and optimizing customer and carrier focused service performance. Here’s a breakdown of what’s happening in what many call the most…

Vaccines Storage Should Not be Compromised by Unstable Freezer and Refrigerator Temperatures

Tuesday, December 1, 2020 · PHC Corporation of North America
For over 50 years, PHCbi brand biomedical freezers and pharmaceutical refrigerators have offered a comprehensive selection of cold-chain storage solutions for high-value vaccines and other biologics.

SCMR Guest Feature: Four Major Trends Propelling 3PL Market Growth

Wednesday, November 11, 2020 · Anchal Solanki
The advent of sophisticated technologies, such as blockchain, IoT, and cloud computing have helped to significantly improve operations of 3PL providers.
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