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Key Benefits of Increased Visibility in Last Mile Delivery!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Supply Chain Visibility Has Never Been More Important! Last-mile delivery visibility is key to business success. In fact, 93% of customers say they want to be informed with increased visibility throughout the entire delivery journey, from in-transit status through to final arrival date. Predictive visibility.

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Route Planning for Logistics and Distribution!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Route planning is essential for logistics and distribution companies as it allows them to provide a more efficient delivery service. In order to ascertain the optimum route for multiple deliveries, many logistics and distribution companies use the latest in route planning software. Meet customer requirements.

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How to Choose the Right Last-Mile Delivery Technology for Your Business

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Will my deliveries reach my customers on time? How do I know which route is the shortest and the fastest for my deliveries? Creating something from the ground up also needs time. Purchasing last-mile technology nearly always guarantees faster deployment times and reduced capital expenditure. How do I manage my fleet?

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How Machine Learning is Transforming Supply Chain Management

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The research found that AI-enabled supply chain management allowed early adopters to improve: Forecasting errors reduced by up to 50% Logistics costs improved by 15% Inventory levels by 35% Service levels by 65%. Route optimization & logistics planning Cost savings, faster delivery times, and happier customers?

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UltraShipTMS Inbound Logistics Solution Selected by The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc.

Supply Chain Collaborator

NJ-Based Logistics IT Solution Provider Continues Growing its Profile among Retailers. The challenges of managing the inbound logistics of thousands of products from hundreds of suppliers prompted Bon-Ton’s supply chain leadership to seek and engage a comprehensive, inbound transportation management system (TMS) solution.

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3 Ways a TMS Platform Offsets Inflated Shipping Costs

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TRILLION on Shipping Costs in 2017” blares the headline from the Wall Street Journal Logistics Report article. Using TMS and route optimizers to plan more efficient shipments , a shipper can significantly reduce lead times and shrink dwell times. “Companies Spent a Record $1.5 Up a whopping 6.2%

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UltraShipTMS Chosen by Leading Small Town Retailer, Stage Stores

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Challenges Supporting the Inbound Logistics to 850 Department Stores Prompted Selection of UltraShipTMS. Once fully implemented, UltraShipTMS drive will improve visibility into Stage Stores’ inbound shipments as they make their way to the company’s distribution centers.