We would like to inform you that a national strike has been announced in Belgium for Wednesday, February 13th. Most, if not all, ports and airports will be closed and other disruptions are also expected. The Logistics Plus Belgium office will remain open, but operations may face delays.
We apologize in advance for any service disruptions or delays caused by the strike. If you have any questions, email us at antwerp@logisticsplus.com. Thank you for your understanding.
In case you missed it, Ryan McGregor, Business Intelligence & Supply Chain Solutions Specialist, was featured in a recent airing of Business Spotlight on WPSE AM 1450/FM 107.1 Radio. Business Spotlight is a 30-minute program airing Fridays at noon. Each segment focuses on a business or organization that is making an impact across the region.
In this segment, Ryan discusses his role with Logistics Plus, the role Business Intelligence plays with the company, the different solutions Logistics Plus provides, and more. You can listen to a replay of the interview on the Logistics Plus YouTube Channel below.
Supply chain visibility is a key element to success for any business. It allows the products, components, and parts of an organization to be tracked and monitored at all times. The overall goal of supply chain visibility is to strengthen the supply chain by using different technology solutions that make data readily available to customers, suppliers, and partners. Here’s why supply chain visibility is so important in today’s world.
Better Customer Service As supply chains expands and becomes more competitive, customers have more options than ever before. With customers now expecting better and faster service, transparency is key. Supply chain visibility allows for a better flow of information and it takes out the middle-man for communicating information back to customers. By having the ability to track every step of the supply chain process with mobile apps and other cloud-based technologies, customers are more involved and can make more informed decisions about their products.
Order Visibility Every process of the supply chain begins with a purchase order (PO). In a cloud-based collaboration portal (like eWorldPlus and Veracore, both used by Logistics Plus), warehousing and fulfillment teams can view and manage the queue of orders and requests. A portal can provide suppliers the information needed to meet customer demand, adjust production schedules, and view their inventory levels. Not only will customers be satisfied, order visibility will increase the speed and efficiency of fulfillment and distribution centers. When a warehouse is efficient, it allows for orders to be placed and distributed as quickly as the customer needs it, even during peak seasons.
Carrier Visibility An effective transportation management system (TMS) is another must-have when improving supply chain visibility. A TMS gives you the ability to create bills of lading and schedule shipments, receive competitive quotes from reputable carriers, track LTL and truckload shipments, and view shipment dashboards. Implementing an effective TMS can help you gain more business and keep existing customers happy.
Problem Solving
Improved communications and problem-solving due to supply chain visibility allows you to locate gaps that are present in your current process. Disruptions such as damaged or late shipments are unavoidable. Having real-time visibility into the supply chain metrics and business intelligence allows a companies to make quick decisions regarding schedules and shipping cycles that reduce these disruptions. Supply chain visibility also allows businesses to proactively contact customers regarding potential service disruptions or delays.
As customers continue to expect higher quality service, supply chain visibility is required. It ensures that all customers, suppliers, and partners are knowledgeable about every aspect of business. From purchase order to final delivery, everything in the supply chain process can be monitored and adjusted. If you are looking to gain control of your supply chain and reduce logistics expenses, request a free analysis today. Logistics Plus has proven supply chain experts that will drive savings and increase supply chain visibility. Contact us today.
Thank you to everyone who attended the Logistics Plus 2019 Holiday Party in Erie, PA on January 25th. The Logistics Plus Annual Holiday Party is just a small way for us to show our appreciation to our many dedicated employees, supportive partners, and awesome customers! To both our repeat and first-time attendees, we sincerely hope you enjoyed your evening with us. Included below is a Flickr slideshow of photographs taken at this year’s event by ACD Photography. Have a wonderful and prosperous 2019!
The United States originally announced that the third tranche of the 301 tariffs for Chinese goods was scheduled to increase from 10 percent to 25 percent on January 1, 2019. On December 1, 2018, it was announced that the increase would take place in 90 days instead. Therefore, the third tranche 301 tariffs will increase to 25 percent on March 2, 2019.
This Global Trade Alert is for the third tranche of China tariffs only. Tranches 1 and 2 will remain at 25 percent.
Earlier this week, Jim Berlin, founder and CEO of Logistics Plus, guest starred on the Eversprint High Value Sales Show hosted by Malcolm Lui, Eversprint’s Managing Member. In this interview, Jim shares how he and his team accelerated their high value sales by:
Going the extra mile to help their customers.
Finding and building relationships with like-minded clients.
Fostering a corporate culture where everyone helps grow the business.
Providing technology that gives their clients a bird’s eye view of their shipments.
In case you missed it, 
Supply chain visibility is a key element to success for any business. It allows the products, components, and parts of an organization to be tracked and monitored at all times. The overall goal of supply chain visibility is to strengthen the supply chain by using different 
Thank you to everyone who attended the Logistics Plus 2019 Holiday Party in Erie, PA on January 25th. The Logistics Plus Annual Holiday Party is just a small way for us to show our appreciation to our many dedicated employees, supportive partners, and awesome customers! To both our repeat and first-time attendees, we sincerely hope you enjoyed your evening with us. Included below is a 
