Tag: logistics
Why a Supply Chain Analysis is Crucial for Your Business
Want A Free Supply Chain Analysis? Supply chains are complex and dynamic. They comprise many different variables that operate both on their own and as a part of a whole. The success of a supply chain depends on the integration of all the components without compromising their individual roles and responsibilities. To design […]
Controlling Costs and Preventing Accessorial Loss
Want A Free Supply Chain Analysis? Controlling costs is critical for any business to be successful. When working with a supply chain, the more complex it is, the more chances there are for additional costs and surcharges, any of which can cost your company a great deal of extra money. They are any […]
Be Sure, Be Insured. Why Carrier Liability Is Not Insurance
Be Sure, Be Insured. Why Carrier Liability Is Not InsuranceShow SubmenuResources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - April 9, 2019 Insurance is an important part of risk management. It helps businesses mitigate financial loss arising from unforeseen events that may disrupt their supply chain. Transporting goods from one location [...]
Intelligent Automation, the Future of Supply Chain. Is the Logistics Industry Ready?
It is a well-known fact that supply chain is increasingly becoming digital. But is simply adding a digital component to the complex supply chain network enough to make it efficient? Will it provide the edge that companies need to win in the current cut-throat and ever-changing global business environment? What more is required? According to […]
3PL’s Might Bridge the Gap in a Revenge Market
We’ve all heard that turnabout is fair play but in the trucking market, that mentality could make for a vicious marketplace. Of course, no one likes to pay any more for a service than they have-to, but given the fluctuations that happen within the freight market it’s all part of the game, right? The [...]
Chris Kupillas Named to the 2019 Food Logistics Champions: Rockstars of the Supply Chain
BlueGrace Logistics, a nationwide third-party logistics provider, is pleased to announce that Food Logistics has named Chris Kupillas, Regional Vice President, to its 2019 Food Logistics Champions: Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award. Kupillas is Regional Vice-President for BlueGrace Logistics and the managing director of the Los Angeles office. He has a special focus […]
7 Benefits of Outsourcing Logistics to a 3PL
7 Benefits of Outsourcing Logistics to a 3PLShow SubmenuResources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - March 13, 2019 To outsource logistics or manage it internally is a major point of consideration for organizations. The decision is usually arrived at after extensive cost-benefit analysis of both the alternatives. While the [...]
Will 2019 Be a Carrier or a Shipper-led Market?
Trucking is a cyclical business. There are periods of intense growth followed by a lull and then there are periodic seasonalities which may vary from one industry to another. How long each period lasts depends on the internal and external factors that greatly impact the trucking industry. International trade policies and volume, capacity, manufacturing industry’s […]
You landed the Wal-Mart account! Now what? The Retail-Supplier Relationship
The Retail-Supplier Relationship BlogShow SubmenuResources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - March 5, 2019 You landed the Wal-Mart account! Now what? An enviable position Congratulations! You made it this far – you’re a Walmart supplier. To achieve this retail-supplier relationship, you’ve provided all your information, proven that your [...]
How to Build an Effective Logistics Communication Process
How to Build an Effective Logistics Communication Process Show SubmenuResources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - February 28, 2019 Communication is a vital aspect of building a successful business. An effective communication process ensures that information flows seamlessly between departments and amongst the various teams on time and in a [...]
Tips for Becoming a More Strategic Shipper
Want A Free Supply Chain Analysis? While there are a lot of buzzwords in the logistics industry, it may be surprising to some but “business strategy” is not among them. Every company needs a strong plan of approach and a method of conducting business that will put them in a more advantageous position. […]
BlueGrace Logistics Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Epic Employee Party
BlueGrace Logistics Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Epic Employee PartyShow SubmenuResources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - February 7, 2019 One of Florida’s fastest growing companies will host Tampa’s biggest party of the year, featuring multi-platinum recording artist Flo Rida and a unique invitation for the public to support the [...]
What will 2019 bring for the trucking industry?
What will 2019 bring for the trucking industry? Will there be a capacity crunch, demand – supply imbalance? Will the rates increase or will they remain steady? What would be more cost effective – booking spot rates or negotiating contract rates? How will the changes in the trucking industry impact a shipper’s business? Knowledge of […]
Urban Logistics is Growing
We are witnessing one of the most interesting times in the development of logistics. Shippers and Carriers alike are working towards creating, innovating, and performing all out (and much needed) overhaul of the way we look at delivering packages. Online and legacy retailers both are encouraged to work with their logistics partners to not only […]
Your Role in the Digitally Dominated Future
In 2018, the world is more connected than it has ever been before. With the advent and popularization of smartphones, we are able to instantaneously make connections all over the world in ways unimaginable just 20 years ago, before we knew the names Facebook, Twitter, and Amazon. Today, these platforms not only heighten our social […]