If you haven’t reviewed your distribution network in the last five years, it’s definitely time to do so. Distribution networks are complex systems with many interconnected components, and even small adjustments can lead to significant improvements in efficiency and performance…
Looking to enhance your supply chain? The first step to improving your supply chain is conducting a thorough cost to serve analysis. This crucial process allows you to identify and address profit and cash leaks within your supply chain, which is especially important given today’s increasing cost pressures…
One of the most frequent mistakes is not allowing enough time for the outsourcing process. In today’s busy market, many providers are already overloaded with work. Organizations often wait until their contracts are nearly expired, leaving only a few months to find a new provider. Rushing the process leads to poor decisions…
There’s been a spike in the demand for warehouses. Many companies are expanding or redesigning their spaces to accommodate increased inventory due to pandemic-related supply chain disruptions and rapid business growth. Australia, Southeast Asia, and the Americas are all seeing increased activity in this area…
What’s next for the world of ocean freight and international logistics? The shipping industry’s primary focus is on reaching carbon neutrality by 2050, as mandated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Port infrastructure needs upgrades for better efficiency…
The pandemic had a significant impact on ocean freight, with freight costs rising by as much as 50% and service reliability decreasing between 2020 and 2021. But as we move forward, we’re seeing rates gradually return to pre-pandemic levels, which offers some relief for companies…
It’s exciting to see that we’ve reached 200 videos, possibly even more when we include all the uploads we’ve done over the years. It’s been an amazing journey, and I want to take a moment to thank you for being part of it…
Outsourcing isn’t about a quick fix. The goal is to find a partner who can support your business for years to come. If you make the right choice, the relationship can last a decade or more with annual reviews to keep things running smoothly…
Logistics outsourcing is a topic I discuss frequently because I’ve seen so many companies make costly mistakes during the process. Whether it’s the customers or the logistics providers themselves, mistakes can happen at any stage. When you approach a 3PL for a quote, one of the biggest mistakes you can make is not providing enough detailed data…
Performance management is a topic we often discuss, especially in the context of KPIs. But is performance management really all about KPIs? Trent explained that while many organizations set KPIs at targets like 98%, what they’re really paying for—and should aim for—is 100%.