Tag: analytics
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 […]
Can Advanced Analytics Put a Pin in OTIF?
According to the 2020 Third-Party Logistics Study, data analytics is not only becoming more viable in the logistics industry, but it’s also becoming a necessity and make a difference. With the growing storm that is e-commerce, brick and mortar retailers have had to step twice as fast in order to stay in the game. Especially, […]
The State of Your Supply Chain Affects the Level of Your Inventory
Inventory is the core of any business. The right inventory, at the right time, at the right point in the supply chain is crucial for the success of the business. For example, the shortage of raw material at the factory will affect production. If warehouses are not replenished on time, distribution will be derailed. If [...]
Chilled Supply Chains
Chilled Supply ChainsShow SubmenuResources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - August 10, 2018 While most supply chains operate on the assumption that if the freight is frozen, something has gone terribly awry. However, some goods need to be kept on ice in order to maintain freshness and comply with [...]
Bricks and Mortar: 5 Real Applications of AI To Improve Bottom Line
Many applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for brick and mortar retail seem far off, or too futuristic. We picked 5 of the more accessible applications of AI that could help improve your bottom line this year. 1. User accounts Brick and mortar stores have often felt disadvantaged when it comes to AI compared to e-commerce […]
Accelerating Business Growth And Lowering Cost With Data Analytics
Too many companies are experiencing transportation and freight expenses as one of their top three costs. Smaller companies feel the pinch the most. They typically incur greater logistics costs than medium and large sized companies, as do companies that sell lower product value goods. In a recent survey, 32% of online retailers expected logistics and delivery to be [...]