Andre R. Smith

7 Ways AI is Disrupting Food Retail. ProvisionAi helps food #distributors smooth #transportation flows. https://hubs.li/Q02wT7-Y0

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Visibility is the biggest pain point in the freight industry. Using a mature Tracking and Visibility system can relieve those pain points.

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Capitalizing On Capacity - ProvisionAi Tom Moore shares how #ProvisionAI provides seamless integration of planning and execution. #transportation https://hubs.li/Q02GzXnS0

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Pitney Bowes' decision to shut down its e-commerce logistics unit is a significant shake-up in the industry. This move underscores the increasing challenges and complexities of e-commerce fulfillment. As logistics providers, it's crucial to stay ahead of these trends and offer robust, reliable solutions. How is your business adapting to the evolving e-commerce landscape? #ecommerce #logistics #supplychain #supplychainmanagement #ecommercelogistics #fulfillment #returnsmanagement #industrynews

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Logistics IT Steps Up – Companies are increasing SC tech investments to become more efficient and light up ROI. Talk to #ProvisionAi about #replenishment #optimization. https://hubs.li/Q02tHnNL0

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You can save money while enhancing your 3PL service levels – with the right expertise.  Here’s the story of how a U.S. manufacturer leveraged a logistics category expert to develop a Statement of Work that detailed exactly what they needed. Steve has been selling 3PL solutions for 25+ years. His unique experience enables him to identify the right logistics providers to include in a market test. He interviewed stakeholders to identify: ·        What their current 3PL was doing for them ·        Pain points with the current provider ·        Capabilities that would enhance the performance and experience From there it was easy to identify potential 3PLs to market test and run a competitive RFQ ❌ Exclude providers that can’t provide all the necessary services ❌ Exclude providers that are too big to be interested ✅ Include providers that are capable and hungry for the business Four 3PLs participated in a multi-round market test, two were selected as the most capable and competitive. All in 14 weeks. It’s only easy when you’ve spent your whole career doing one thing well. Are you a manufacturing leader looking to start saving in 2024? DM me, and let's discuss your untapped opportunities. You could implement $200k - $500k in savings in as little as 14 weeks, with fees based on the savings achieved. #CostReduction #Sourcing #Procurement

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Supply Chain sees value in AI, But slow to adopt #artificialintelligence #replenishmentplanning #transportationscheduling https://hubs.li/Q02zhWjq0

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Consolidation has ben around forever, however, I meet so many Brokers that need to do this and their go to solution is a spreadsheet or google docs. They do the consolidation or round trip then enter it into the TMS as a single load or multiple loads with multiple bookings and duplicated work. It's a lot of work. That's why I love this new feature. The loads go in for each customer. Very quickly, the agent can just pick and choose and put them together and make one Rate Agreement for all. Many times it's used to just keeping the driver moving in a multiple trip or round trip scenario. But they can also consolidation partials with this. It gives so much more power to increase margins for the Brokers. It's really good architecture and that's what is so fulfilling about these features for me. It's in Beta now and very close to being open to everyone. #FMS #Consolidate #RoundTrips #FreightBrokerTools #TransportTopics

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Supply Chain Innovators with Tyson S. Lawrence, CEO at Diablo Freight Ventures. Michael and Tyson talk about sports, Diablo Freight Ventures, and both share some recent news and insights for the road ahead. 💡 Please subscribe / follow for awesome content including: Top supply chain executive interviews Industry news and insights Personal stories that inspire and motivate Keys to success and pitfalls to avoid Occasional special talents and other entertainment More… Do you want rapid sales growth at far less costs? Below are a few of the things happening on that front: ☑ $8BM+ in new sales pipelines created for our partners so far ☑ Over 80,000 podcast playbacks per month ☑ 15X-35X returns on sales automation projects Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gMNVZN7q To your success, Andy Hedrick #supplychain #executiveinsights #keystosuccess https://lnkd.in/gdYmHW-g

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U.S. supply chain companies investing in technology, CSCMP report finds #ProvisionAi #supplychainplanning #transportationplanning https://hubs.li/Q02D1PZ70

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Mixed Signals From Trucking #transportationscheduling #transportationplanning #ProvisionAi https://hubs.li/Q02B-wx40

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Leveraging AI for quicker and better business results.

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I was asked by Eytan Buchman of Freightos for my opinion on AI, and what it meant for our industry. Check out the link if you have time for quick read. There is lots of buzz right now, and AI is evolving so fast, that you need to focus on where the quick and efficient wins can be made.

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The 3PL warehousing industry is experiencing a significant technological transformation that's revolutionizing storage, tracking, and product movement operations. Key trends include: ✅Robotics & Automation – Boosting productivity and reducing worker fatigue. ✅AI & Machine Learning – Optimizing inventory and decision-making. ✅Augmented Reality – Improving picking and training with real-time data. ✅Sustainability – Reducing costs with solar power, electric equipment, and waste reduction. With emerging technology like blockchain and drones on the horizon, 3PL providers must embrace these innovations to stay competitive and meet customer demands for efficiency, accuracy, and sustainability in warehousing operations. For more information, check out this week's article: https://hubs.li/Q02_DjqY0

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💡 With the many moving parts of the supply chain, it is crucial to form a partnership with the right consolidation and fulfillment partner. We chatted with Hub Group's Executive Vice President, Consolidation & Fulfillment about how Hub Group is navigating the current state of industry, key factors customers should consider when choosing a consolidation and fulfillment provider, and more. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eXB78c5s #SupplyChain #Logistics

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