Posts by Scott Wesley
Your RFP may be costing You $66,000 a year.
Does Your RFP include Scanning? Can you say $66,300 Of course it does. Scanning is as much a part of the pool distribution induction as the actual cartons coming off the truck. Induction scanning creates an inventory log, identifying each carton as it enters the warehouse. From there, each scan allows for tracking throughout the…
Read MoreThird-Party Logistics Benefits: 3PLs vs LTL During Economic Downturns
When comparing the benefits of Third-Party Logistics (3PL) providers VS Less-than-Truckload (LTL) companies, resilience during economic downturns is a key factor. Other important considerations include service diversification, operational flexibility, cost structure, and customer dependency. Let’s dive into a detailed comparison of the two: Pros and Cons of Third-Party Logistics Providers (3PLs): Pros: Service Diversification: Third-party…
Read MoreLogistics Disruption: When Your 3PL Carrier Shuts Down
When a massive 3PL (third-party logistics provider) closes their doors, like the recent shutdown of U.S. Logistics, it can cause significant logistics disruption for businesses relying on them for shipping and logistics. This sudden change can lead to chaos in the supply chain, affecting everything from delivery schedules to customer satisfaction. Here’s a breakdown of…
Read MoreTop Logistics IT Solutions: Enhancing Scanning in Supply Chains
Logistics operations face several challenges that impact the accuracy and reliability of scanning, such as damaged barcodes, torn labels, scanning errors, and driver error. Here are a list of challenges and the corresponding logistics IT Solutions to confront these obstacles: 1. Damaged Barcodes and Torn Labels: Challenges: Barcodes can get damaged during handling, transport, or…
Read MoreFTC and NLRB Change Non Compete Rules
“Olly Olly Oxen Free” is a “catchphrase to indicate that players who are hiding can come out into the open without losing the game or that the position of the sides in a game has changed (as in which side is on the field or which side is at bat or “up” in baseball or…
Read MoreBreaking News – May 2023
BREAKING NEWS REBEL LOGISTICS MONTHLY NEWSLETTER PROMISES TO INTRODUCE KEY MEMBERS, SHARE IMPORTANT SOP’S, DISCUSS LOWEST CLAIM RATIO IN RETAIL AND EDUCATE CUSTOMERS WITH NEW AND TRADITIONAL IDEAS BACKED UP BY THE BEST CARE ANYWHERE. MEET OUR OPERATIONS MGR.—KARESTIN MAREE EXCEPTIONAL PEOPLE HAVE EXCEPTIONAL SKILLS, AND KARESTIN EMBODIES MANY EXCEPTIONAL TRAITS. AS OPERATIONS…
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