Diversification Is The Lifeblood Of Your Supply Chain
In the current economic scenario where businesses are shutting shops with alarming regularity, it has become necessary for organizations to diversify their supply chain. Given the importance of the subject, we hosted a webinar on the topic – From Chips to Dips in Service? Supply Chain Impact of Diversifying Chris Kupillas, VP Sales, at BlueGrace Logistics […]
BlueGrace Logistics Named Tampa Bay Area #2 Minority Owned Business by TBBJ 2020
Tampa Bay Area #2 Minority Owned BusinessShow SubmenuResources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Podcast Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - April 4, 2020 For the 6th year in a row, BlueGrace Logistics has been listed in the top 2 of the Tampa Bay Business Journal list of Tampa Bay Minority-owned Businesses. Ranked by Revenue [...]
BlueGrace Named to 2020 Inc. Magazine Private Titans List
BlueGrace Named to 2020 Inc. Magazine Private Titans ListShow SubmenuResources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Podcast Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - April 3, 2020 We are honored to be part of the 2020 Inc. Magazine Private Titans list with so many other iconic American companies. The Inc. list is "an exclusive roster of [...]
The Rise of the 3PL for Managed Transportation Services
The Rise of the 3PL for Managed Transportation ServicesShow SubmenuResources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Podcast Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - March 26, 2020 Managed transportation services have widely become an integral function of modern supply-chain. As reported by Steve Baker of Forbes, the outsourcing of managed transportation services to other entities has different [...]
The Key to Managing Disruption? Outsourcing.
Crises such as the COVID-19 outbreak and the subsequent disruption to our economy and supply chains have truly brought to light the importance of effective risk management. In a world where normally reliable trade partners are shutdown for weeks or ports are closed or workers are furloughed, companies that were one minute functional are now scrambling for solutions to move goods from manufacturing […]
Evolving Consumer Demands Prompt Continued Changes in Logistics
Twenty years ago, no one would have imagined for a second that they could order a product online in the morning and have it on their porch before they got home from work. Today, it’s all but expected that delivery occur within very small timeframes, even the same day. The battle amongst large players in […]
The Impact Of The Coronavirus On Surface Freight
Recall that at the beginning of the year, industry experts expected the surface freight spot market would gradually increase to make up for its decline over the past year. Every publication on the planet was encouraging shippers and logistics service professionals to start thinking about renewing their interest in contracted freight rates that would help […]
BlueGrace Logistics Acquires Anthym Logistics, Heightens Its Presence In Tampa And Chicago
BlueGrace Logistics Acquires Anthym LogisticsShow SubmenuResources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Podcast Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - March 9, 2020 This strategic purchase by BlueGrace delivers significant refrigerated truckload capacity into its carrier network, and it opens a new employee growth opportunity in Birmingham, Alabama. RIVERVIEW, FL. February 24, 2020 – BlueGrace Logistics, [...]
Activating The 3Ms For Supply Chain Savings
Understanding the nuances of your supply chain and how to improve upon it is the best way to achieve maximum
savings, guarantee optimum efficiency and manage customer expectations. However, achieving this is only possible through a comprehensive overview of your business coupled with smart decisions on technology solutions to achieve the best results. Thus, employing the three M’s is what will make that difference. This resource teaches you to measure, manage & maximize.
Internal Audits: a step-by-step guide to doing an internal audit of your supply chain
While all facets of the modern business are important, arguably the most important to any retail, manufacturing, or goods based service is their supply chain. The supply chain serves as the backbone of these companies and has a significant impact on the company’s business strategy which directly affects its operation and operational costs.
What Matters Most When Choosing A 3PL: Cost Or Customer Service?
While there are many factors to consider when choosing a 3PL service provider, cost and customer service are two of the most critical factors. Finding the right balance is the ultimate chicken and egg situation for all logistics managers. If they can crack this, they can get a step closer to creating a better and more [...]
Stop, Thief! Five Ways to Protect Your Supply Chain – Michael Meeks Director of Risk Management
Today’s supply chain ecosystem is increasingly complicated. We rely on suppliers and buyers across the globe and use multiple transport modes, languages, currencies, and laws across borders. As a result, your company can be exposed to unpredictable theft at any time. Here are some simple tips to help protect your shipments, customers, and industry stature. […]
Amazon’s Next Frontier: The Food and Grocery Business
Amazon has already proved its mettle in the e-commerce space and in the distribution sector. Earlier in the year the company also staked its claim in the digital freight brokerage industry. Now, it has set its sight on the grocery business. Amazon’s Grocery Connect Unlike its other ventures, the retail giant’s foray into the food and grocery […]
USMCA – What is It and How Does It Impact the Shipping & Logistics Industry?
What Is USMCA? The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is the new trade deal between the three countries. It is set to replace the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) which was in effect since January 1, 1994. As on date, the new trade agreement has already been approved by the Senate Finance Committee and it is […]
Hunger Games: Managing Food Logistics Challenges When Demand Spikes
By Karen Kroll | Inbound Logistics Since it hit restaurants in January 2019, the Impossible Burger, which is made from plants but offers the taste and texture of beef, has been on a roll. When the company launched in Gelson’s Markets in southern California, the Impossible Burger zoomed to the top spot among packaged goods, […]