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Penske Supply Chain Insight: Turn Visibility Into Action

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See What’s Happening, Know What To Do Next

Your supply chain generates a constant flow of information. But without the right view, it can be difficult to understand what matters most — and how to respond.

This e-book explores how greater supply chain visibility helps you connect data across your network, uncover insights and support more confident decision-making.

You’ll learn how to:

See your supply chain in one connected view
Spot issues sooner and act before they escalate
Turn everyday data into actionable insights that improve performance
Build a more responsive operation

From Supply Chain Data to Smarter Decisions

When information is disconnected, small issues can quickly turn into larger problems.

Our e-book shows how a more connected approach — supported by the right technology and operational expertise — can help turn supply chain data into action, so you can anticipate challenges, adapt quickly and make smarter decisions.

E-Book: Making the Case for Using Shared Dedicated Transportation Networks

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There are a lot of issues keeping logistics, transportation and supply chain managers up at night right now. Labor shortages, transportation capacity crunches, persistent supply chain disruptions, rising fuel costs and geopolitical disputes are just some of the outside factors impacting the steady flow of goods. Customers also expect faster deliveries and are placing more online orders, two forces that only add to the complexity of planning, securing and budgeting for transportation.

Download and read the entire e-book to understand how using shared dedicated transportation networks could be the answer to overcoming some of your most pressing supply chain issues.

The Complete Guide to Warehouse Planning

New e-book helps you discover and build the optimal warehouse to meet your unique business needs

When it comes to creating your perfect warehouse strategy, there are a wide range of challenges to consider. From demand variability and shipping windows to managing costs and meeting customer expectations to simply figuring out the best way to organize your inventory, many elements must be factored in for not only what you’ll need today, but also what you’ll require tomorrow.

Penske has put together a guide to help users think about and plan for the optimal warehouse to meet their distinctive business needs. We examine all facets of the warehousing process, including:

Warehousing options
Whether to lease, buy or build
Site considerations
Making the most of your warehouse space
Inventory management best practices
Warehouse management technologies
Smart warehouse technologies
Labor management

As a renowned leader in the warehouse and supply chain industry, Penske works with businesses all over the world to make the most of their square footage and minimize the risks that can hinder warehouse operations. Our strategic warehouse designs influence efficiency in all your processes, from inventory control to production tactics and labor management.

With warehouse design playing such a critical role in an efficient supply chain, you’ll enjoy this in-depth guide that helps direct you through important factors to consider when planning your warehouse operations.

Guide to Dedicated Contract Carriage

Download our free white paper to learn how the right dedicated transportation partner can deliver your products safely and efficiently

When it comes to choosing a Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC) provider, it’s important to identify your requirements and fully understand the benefits of a well-structured DCC arrangement before starting the selection process. That’s why we created this guide – to make available the critical information you need to make the best decision possible. Whether you currently operate a private truck fleet, utilize common carriers, or are evaluating the options available in ground transportation, this booklet will be a helpful resource in determining if DCC is right for you. It also provides a “how-to” in selecting a specific provider as your dedicated carrier.

There are many new entrants into the DCC market as the product continues to evolve. The more you know about DCC, the better decisions you can make for your transportation needs.

Take Control of Inbound Supply Chains To Keep Freight Moving

E-book examines range of transportation solutions available to minimize disruptions and successfully manage inbound supply chains.

Visibility and collaboration are at the core of a successful inbound supply chain operation. By successfully improving overall visibility, you can identify a potential problem earlier and build in a necessary contingency plan.

This e-book from Penske Logistics includes information about how to create the perfect inbound solution, by taking a detailed look at a variety of options, including:

How to effectively make a change in providers
What private fleets can do for you
The best way to incorporate supply chain management services
Dedicated contract carriage and the ability to secure capacity
Keys to finding the right transportation partner

Then take the necessary steps to discover how you can maximize your supply chain management solutions.

E-Book: Implementing Logistics Control Towers

An e-book on supply chain control tower implementation and utilizing control towers to improve your supply chain

More than ever, supply chains need to be agile and resilient. Control towers deliver the supply chain visibility that underpins agility and resilience, hence shipper interest in these information hubs has increased dramatically. Supply chain control tower implementation in stages starting with less challenging nodes makes these solutions affordable and accessible. Also, today's control towers are more powerful than earlier versions, allowing the ability to integrate disparate data sources and information systems while using technologies like Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to improve network visibility and performance.

This e-book from Penske Logistics explores the multiple benefits provided by control towers. You'll learn what they are and why they provide a more responsive management of inventory at rest and in transit, improved order fulfillment and enhanced network design.

Download and read the entire e-book to understand why control towers may be the answer to eliminating vulnerabilities within your supply chain, and how partnering with Penske can keep your business moving forward.

Maintain Operations in the Face of Supply Chain Volatility

Geopolitical unrest, severe weather, traffic snarls, labor disputes and infrastructure challenges are just some of the potential disruptions supply chains face. Being prepared for the unexpected can mean the difference between success and failure and is an important aspect of risk management, business continuity and disaster recovery.

While disruptions bring plenty of bad news, they also carry a silver lining: the opportunity to plan better and build a more resilient supply chain.

This e-book provides businesses with a five-step guide designed to help you create a more responsive, agile and flexible supply chain, helping your business adapt to unforeseen circumstances and drive business forward, faster.

Examine your carrier base
Review your supply base
Develop a Plan "B" and a Plan "C"
Evaluate your entire network
Seek greater visibility

Download and read the entire e-book. Then follow the five steps to create a more responsive, agile and flexible supply chain that will help your company withstand future disruptions and drive business forward, faster.

9 Ways Transportation Management Drives a Competitive Advantage

Our e-book explains how industry-leading transportation management goes beyond cost control

At its heart, transportation management helps companies move freight at the lowest possible cost. And while cost remains an important consideration, so too do customer service, inventory control, change management and multiple other priorities.

This e-book from Penske Logistics explores nine additional ways that modern transportation management solutions drive a competitive advantage. You'll learn how having quick access to real-time data increases visibility. You'll uncover secrets on how to become a shipper of choice. And you'll learn how to choose a solution that will scale with your company as it grows.

Download and read the entire e-book and begin creating a modern transportation management solution that fits today's business needs.

E-Book: Shipper's Guide to Freight Management

Use this free freight management guide and decide with confidence

Businesses considering freight management outsourcing need to weigh many factors. They must choose not only the right logistics provider, but also must know which freight management model will work best for their company. They must understand the benefits of technology and data. They must know when the time is right to outsource. And they need a complete view of their transportation costs.

To help you find the answers, Penske Logistics offers this free Shipper's Guide to Freight Management. This comprehensive resource walks you through the process step-by-step.

You'll learn:

The three most common models of freight management outsourcing
Types of Transportation Management Systems and their benefits
"Hidden" considerations to help you plan for success
Signs that it's time to outsource
Common freight management outsourcing mistakes to avoid
Tips for choosing the right partner and managing change

You'll also get worksheets to help you develop baseline costs.

4 Ways Supply Chain Visibility Drives Results

Our e-book explains how real-time supply chain visibility data helps improve decision making

Merely having access to supply chain data is table stakes. To provide maximum value, companies need visibility. It's the key ingredient that allows everyone in the supply chain to access information fast and use it to improve service and results.

This e-book from the experts at Penske Logistics explores four ways visibility drives results. You'll learn how visibility strengthens customer relationships, enhances warehouse operations, mitigates disruptions and drives down a company's total transportation spend. You'll also discover how the ClearChain® technology suite provides companies with the real-time supply chain visibility they need.

Download and read the entire e-book to understand why visibility is a true differentiator in today's business world.

E-book: Unlock the Power of Supply Chain Network Design

Use this free executive brief to evaluate your supply chain network strategies

In an increasingly uncertain world, network design is quickly becoming the new imperative. It is not only the pace of change driving network design's value, it is also the scale of the changes that companies now face. The importance of strong network design strategy, planning and resiliency continues to be strongly felt across the globe as supply chains are disrupted and shortages are felt by consumers.

Executives can leverage advanced 3PL's logistics engineering and network design expertise to help scenario plan, validate strategic decisions, uncover cost savings, improve service levels, or integrate disparate networks following a merger or acquisition. Network design analysis can help inform critical decisions such as:

The optimal number and location of plants and warehouses.
The best mix of transportation modes and routes.
Which customer fulfillment strategy to adopt when preparing for e-commerce.
Evaluating supply chain strategies such as localization, offshoring or nearshoring.

Turn Your Warehouse on Its Head

Improve productivity, quality and safety from the ground up

If you're ready to give your employees the reins – and rewards – for establishing efficiencies in your warehouse, it may be time to look into labor management software. Choosing the right labor management program is important, yet even more important is making the program successful for your business.

To learn more, read our white paper, "Turn Your Warehouse on Its Head." You'll discover how effective implementation of labor management software may help you to improve warehouse productivity, enhance quality and ensure a safe environment.

Among the topics covered:

Seven key benefits of labor management software. Learn how the right system can help you better balance workload, track productivity, reward associates and provide appropriate coaching and feedback.
Getting your employees to own the process. Doing so creates empowered associates who hold each other accountable for safety and productivity.
Effective leadership training solutions that help local supervisors and managers to become trusted mentors.
The four phases of implementation that will ensure your labor management software delivers the results you need.
Six steps to assessing your warehouse efficiency, including assessing your yard, inbound and outbound processes, along with task management, inventory management and warehouse labor.

Cold Chain Warehousing

Free white paper explores how technology maximizes operations, ensures compliance

Ensuring the safe and reliable storage and transportation of fresh foods has never been more important than now, especially with the ongoing implementation of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). The food warehouse plays a crucial role in keeping fresh foods fresh. To be safe and compliant, warehouses must have a logical design and layout, maintain the proper temperature zones for specific products, and utilize the right software for optimal efficiency.

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Guide to Dedicated Contract Carriage in the Food and Beverage Industry

Download our free white paper to learn how the right dedicated transportation partner can transport your food safely and efficiently

Transporting food and beverage products presents an increased level of complexity that must be effectively managed to ensure overall success.

From the importance of managing seasonal surge, contingency planning due to weather or agricultural conditions, complying with safety and regulation requirements, ensuring transportation cleanliness and creating best track and trace procedures, there are a wide range of food considerations that must be deliberated and executed to make certain products arrive on time and as specified. When it comes to transporting food and beverage products, there is no margin for error.

Choosing a Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC) provider for your food and beverage operations is a critical step and it's important to identify your requirements and fully understand the benefits of a well-structured DCC arrangement before starting the selection process. That's why we created this guide – to make available the critical information you need to make the best decision possible.

Guide to Dedicated Contract Carriage in Industrial Manufacturing

Free guide helps you make the best decision possible

The manufacturing industry is changing at a rapid pace. You may be facing new economic factors or increasing competition. If you currently operate a private truck fleet, utilize common carriers, or are evaluating your available options for ground transportation, one way to handle your changing environment may be to consider if a Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC) solution is right for you.

There are many factors to consider in making such an important decision. Before starting the selection process, it’s imperative to identify your requirements and fully understand the benefits of a well-structured DCC arrangement.

To help determine if DCC is right for you, Penske Logistics created this Guide to Dedicated Contract Carriage in Industrial Manufacturing. Download the guide to learn how to select a specific provider as your dedicated carrier.

Navigating Cost Pressures in Manufacturing

Download our free white paper to learn how to lower costs and provide better service

Rising operational costs, economic pressures and the growth of e-commerce are among the market forces that can drive up logistics costs in manufacturing. Companies must respond by finding ways to reduce and control the cost of logistics operations.

There are many ways to achieve these goals, including incentivizing trucking companies to carry a manufacturer’s freight and reconfiguring freight networks to run more efficiently. These strategies can also yield long-term benefits.

Manufacturers that systematically pursue cost-cutting strategies will become more adept at analyzing their logistics expenditures and improve their ability to translate best practices into lower costs and higher service levels. Download and read the report today.

Collaborate to Accelerate Your Supply Chain IT

Organizations of all shapes and sizes are looking to increase visibility across their supply chains in order to make better day-today business decisions, but also to capture and analyze data for long-term gain. From a shipper's perspective, better visibility across the supply chain can lead to greater confidence in inventory levels–and savings that result from the need to keep less inventory on hand.

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