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The Evolution of Logistics: Connectivity, Data Integration, and Virtual Design

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The term “logistics” may be relatively new, but its general principles date back to ancient civilizations. The early Mesopotamians, Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans pioneered the principles of logistics and designed trade routes to facilitate their connections with other nations.

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The Reverse Logistics Role in Supply Chain Trends!

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Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What Exactly Is Reverse Logistics? Reverse logistics role article and permission to publish here provided by Kevin Jessop at cerasis.com. As customers continue to shop online the demand on reverse logistics—particularly the process of managing returns—will skyrocket.

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Route Planning for Logistics and Distribution!

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Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Do You Have Hidden Freight Costs? Route planning article and permission to publish here provided by Vardan Markosyan. Route planning is essential for logistics and distribution companies as it allows them to provide a more efficient delivery service. Subscribe Here!

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TMS Software Eases the Pain of Zero-Based Budgeting

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This new practice is being emulated by many industries and operations personnel will be tasked with accommodating the rigorous new cost-cutting efforts. Here’s what you need to know about the new practice and how your TMS solution and other Logistics IT tools can help ease the pain.

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Warehouse Automation Definition, Benefits and Issues

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Automated warehouses reduce costs in labour and human error and enable businesses to serve their customers better. WMS are sold with claims to proffer core solutions like optimization of bin storage, route optimizations, optimal employee workload, etc. What is the Warehouse Management system (WMS)?

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365: Power Your Deliveries, with Onfleet

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After joining Onfleet, he dove into the last mile logistics industry and became an authority in the subject. And when you account for the fact that last mile is the most expensive aspect of the supply chain, the bottom line ROI is almost immediate once implemented.” There’s been a movement towards blended hybrid delivery models.”

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10 Must-Read Supply Chain Analytics Books for 2023

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If you want to gain more supply chain analytics knowledge, you’re in the right place. We’ve compiled a list of 10 great supply chain analytics books to help you better understand the concepts and strategies behind this vital business field.