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The Future of Autonomous Supply Chains Part 1: Autonomous Shipping

Logistics Viewpoints

Autonomous Shipping Autonomous shipping is the use of self-driving vessels to transport goods and passengers across waterways. According to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), a Maritime Autonomous Surface Ship (MASS) is defined as a ship which, to a varying degree, can operate independently of human interaction.

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Less Than Truckload Shipping Trends to Wrap Up 2018

GlobalTranz

In anticipation of the 2018 holiday shopping season , transportation trucking, including Less-Than-Truckload (LTL), Full Truckload (FT), Parcel, and intermodal, will increase in value. As consumers take to their favorite retailers, also due in part to the strong economy, volume shipped will increase. Get Your Free Copy Here.

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Peak Shipping Season: A Review of Trends from the 2018 Holiday Peak Season

GlobalTranz

We will turn over each stone and consider how innovative technology will shape the future of shipping and logistics. So, let us reflect on the peak shipping season trends we saw at the close of 2018 and how those trends will affect the industry now and throughout 2019. This is before costs calculated for overtime.

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The Top 9 Freight Blogs of 2018

GlobalTranz

” Today’s post will cover the top 9 freight blogs from 2018. The Top 9 Freight Blogs from 2018 The freight blogs category most top viewed blog posts from 2018 included several elements of freight. 5 Top Transportation Management Trends to Expect in 2018. Learn about these trends in trucking and freight for 2018.

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The Top 10 Podcasts of 2018

GlobalTranz

” Today’s post will cover the top 10 podcasts from 2018. The Cerasis marketing team had a fun idea to launch a podcast series featuring the thought leaders from our industry and 2018 was the perfect time to start. The post The Top 10 Podcasts of 2018 appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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2018 Outlook: The Year Global Shipping Embraces Artificial Intelligence

Talking Logistics

Looking ahead to 2018, what are some of the key industry trends and themes that are setting the stage for AI innovation? Podcast version (click to play): The post 2018 Outlook: The Year Global Shipping Embraces Artificial Intelligence appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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The Current State of LTL Freight in 2018

GlobalTranz

Throughout this series, we will take an in-depth look at the trends, benefits, and state of LTL freight, including: The current condition or state of LTL freight How LTL is advantageous during peak shipping seasons. The driving forces are contributing to higher LTL use in the remnants of 2018 and into 2019. Trends affecting LTL.

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