Think Tank Archives - Rebel Logistics

FTC and NLRB Change Non Compete Rules

Scott Wesley — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:18:15 +0000

“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…

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Retailers, Do You Understand 3PL Pricing? I Bet You Don’t.

Sarah Olmstead — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 18:11:32 +0000

3PL Pricing for Retailers Many retailers rely on third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to manage their fulfillment needs. Understanding 3PL pricing structures is crucial for making informed decisions when choosing a logistics partner. Motor carriers, which are a key component of 3PL services, employ various methods to build pricing for their customers. These methods are influenced…

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Crossroads – LISTEN UP LOGISTICS!

Sarah Olmstead — Thu, 04 Apr 2024 15:27:32 +0000

Crossroads are more than an intersection of black top, gravel, and cement. 3PL operations play a crucial role in ensuring that the crossroad of sales, dispatch, and customer satisfaction work together seamlessly. Therefore, here’s how each of these areas intersect and contribute to the overall success of the 3PL operations: Sales: Sales teams in a…

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Contractors – Are They Good For Logistics?

Sarah Olmstead — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 17:08:42 +0000

Logistics Contractors Owner-operators, gig workers, and independent contractors play a crucial role in the transportation industry, particularly in hauling goods. Their impact stems from their flexibility, adaptability, and contribution to meeting the diverse needs of transportation networks. However, the potential disappearance of logistics contractors could have significant ramifications for the industry. >> Learn how the…

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Logistics Packaging Boxes: Let’s Break it Down

Sarah Olmstead — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 20:05:54 +0000

Summertime is just around the corner and a big supply chain issue is logistics packaging or “the box.” Logistics packaging comes from all over the world and are part of a shipping solution to bring goods to your neighborhood retailers. However, these boxes and the shipping methods tend to deliver crushed, smashed, ripped, and opened…

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AI and Logistics Sales

Sarah Olmstead — Mon, 12 Feb 2024 22:26:17 +0000

“AI” and Logistics Sales Predicting the exact trajectory of technological advancement, especially in a specific industry like logistics, can be challenging. However, it’s reasonable to anticipate that AI will play an increasingly significant role in sales within the logistics industry over the next decade. Here are six reasons why AI could become a leading method…

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Cannon Ball! Ready to Jump into Retail Pool Distribution?

Sarah Olmstead — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 17:57:56 +0000

Retail Pool Distribution VS Less Than Truckload (LTL) Efficient logistics and supply chain management are critical components of a successful retail business operation. One key decision companies face is understanding the difference between Pool Distribution vs LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) shipping methods. Each approach has its own set of advantages and costs, and understanding these factors is…

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