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The Ultimate Guide To 3PL Warehouse Technology
The world is a tech-driven powerhouse and 3PL warehouses have to stay ahead of the game by using leading technology solutions.
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Revolutionizing Global Supply Chains: The Impact of Blockchain Technology
In an era defined by globalization, the efficiency and transparency of supply […]
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What Is FEFO? First Expired, First Out Explained | Extensiv
Picture this: A client calls because their customer received expired product. Now you’re facing chargebacks, a compliance audit, and potential contract penalties. For 3PLs managing perishable inventory across multiple clients, expiry management isn’t just about reducing waste—it’s about protecting your reputation and your bottom line.
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Top 9 3PL Warehouse KPIs
What KPIs should a 3PL warehouse track? A 3PL warehouse should track nine core KPIs across three areas. For inventory: inventory accuracy, carrying cost per unit, inventory turnover rate, and shrinkage. For fulfillment: average lead time, cost per unit shipped, and on-time delivery. For picking and packing: picking accuracy and rate of mis-ships. Track them…
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The Importance of Air Freight in Global Supply Chains
Today’s globally interconnected business environment demands efficient global supply chains. At the […]
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CSCMP: ANNUAL STATE OF LOGISTICS REPORT
The CSCMP (Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals) Annual State of Logistics […]
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AI Tools and Capabilities: Empowering Small Companies to Compete with Big Ones
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the advent of artificial intelligence (AI) […]
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Navigating the Future of Ocean Freight: Key Trends and the Importance of Professional Training
The ocean freight shipping industry is on the brink of significant transformation, […]
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Truckers finally see end to freight recession as capacity fallout continues, demand firms
The great freight recession that’s sapped the trucking industry of any meaningful profit growth over the past four years finally seems to be petering out.But it’s not for the reasons you might think.“The word ‘recession’ gets thrown around a lot,” Jason Seidl, managing director at securities investment firm TD Cowen, has observed. “But freight was…
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IANA says intermodal freight activity could dip in August
North American intermodal freight activity is forecasted to droop slightly in August, moderating from its July pace in a reflection of market uncertainty, according to the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA).That forecast comes from the latest reading of IANA’s Intermodal Volume Index (IVI), which produced a August 2026 estimate of 101.3, showing a month-over-month…