ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

What is Demand Forecasting in Supply Chain Management? Demand forecasting in supply chain management is the process of predicting customer demand, supply trends, and pricing fluctuations. To help you stay ahead, here are four strategies that supply chains leaders are using to win at demand forecasting.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Technology can have a significant impact on supply chains, but supply chain digitization still lags behind digitization of other areas of business across many industries. Still, there are several technologies that are transforming supply chains for the organizations that adopt them.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Last year, many in the supply chain technology industry were warning companies all over the globe to prepare for the unknown. We didn’t know how long COVID-19-related shutdowns, and the ensuing port congestion and crunch on carrier capacity, would last. What does that mean?

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

For the first in seven years, I was not heads-down preparing for The Supply Chain Insights Global Summit. Pre-pandemic only 30% of supply chain leaders were satisfied with their supply chains, and during the pandemic, business leader satisfaction is falling precipitously. Most are capacity constrained.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 25, 2022

Kary Jablonski and Joe Lynch discuss Trucker Tools. Kary is the CEO of Trucker Tools , the leading carrier relationship management platform that helps brokers grow their carrier network, book loads digitally, track freight, and build enduring relationships with carriers to drive reuse. About Trucker Tools.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 1, 2020

When it comes to TMS and digital freight, there is a lot of interest. As the supply chain world continues down its digital transformation path, digital brokers can play an integral role in easing capacity constraints, opening up new lanes, and providing a benchmarking tool for shippers.

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MercuryGate

OCTOBER 29, 2024

How would your business transform if you could guarantee on-time deliveries, maximize every truck's capacity, and have real-time insights at your fingertips? Freight optimization software is your ticket to making this happen.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 31, 2022

While demand is high, ongoing product shortages continue to cause supply chain disruptions, create unpredictable shopping behaviors and drive rapid delivery expectations. If there’s a bright spot anywhere it’s the fact that, as logistics challenges have grown, so has the availability of advanced technologies to manage these challenges.

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Freightos

AUGUST 10, 2024

More Resources Home Is AI Hype or a Truly Revolutionary Technology Set to Transform Logistics? (AI Like all innovations, however, developing technology as complex as the human brain requires time and significant investment.Here, too, the journey of AI began as far back as 1956 at a workshop on Dartmouth College’s campus in the U.S

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Descartes is a software-as-a-service provider of logistics solutions. Mr. Ryan provided the best, most succinct explanation of the supply chain crises I have seen. Ryan provided the best, most succinct explanation of the supply chain crises I have seen. So, there was supply chain disruption.

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Freightos

JULY 8, 2024

More Resources Home Empowering Freight Forwarders with AI: Insights from Industry Leaders AI Popup #2 Gaurav Bajaj July 8, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More Empowering Freight Forwarders with AI: Insights from Industry Leaders For years, technology has been cast as a threat to freight forwarders.

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Freightos

JULY 8, 2024

More Resources Home Empowering Freight Forwarders with AI: Insights from Industry Leaders AI Popup #2 Gaurav Bajaj July 8, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More Empowering Freight Forwarders with AI: Insights from Industry Leaders For years, technology has been cast as a threat to freight forwarders.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2021

The pandemic highlighted the complexities of the modern supply chain and the need for companies to engage with a 3PL provider to succeed. Companies of all sizes engage with 3PLs and 4PLs to ensure access to technology, capacity and strategic insights. Technology. 3PL vs. 4PL. Multi-modal Expertise.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 1, 2022

Redefining Freight Brokerage with Nick Jensen. Nick Jensen and Joe Lynch discuss redefining freight brokerage. Nick is the Director of National Accounts at Loadsmart , a freight technology company that is removing the barriers between shippers and carriers so freight can move in the most efficient, transparent and automated way.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Supply chain leaders have faced significant challenges in the past, and in 2020, the coronavirus pandemic spotlighted the need for supply chain resilience and integration. Failure to consider how the disruption affects all parts of the supply chain will lead to delays and added costs.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

In fact, IDC predicts that manufacturers across Asia who digitally transform and accelerate sustainable innovation to improve supply chain operations, will increase their revenue by 20 percent in 2025. For reasons of climate change and profitability rewards, maintaining a more sustainable approach to the supply chain is obvious.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 30, 2021

CVSA-certified inspectors will commit a blitz of inspections across North America, creating a sudden strain on resources for both domestic and cross-border freight. The best way to avoid disruption is to source and have readily available resources to expand capacity at a moment’s notice. The overwhelming answer is “yes.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2021

The SVP of Supply Chain at Walmart speaking at Blue Yonder’s virtual user conference. Following their fourth quarter results, top executives talked about their supply chain and omnichannel strategy at a high level. Walmart is also investing pickup and delivery capacity. That has led to growth in ecommerce.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 8, 2022

Most supply chain suppliers have solutions that are very similar to each other. Emerge has an interesting new platform to deal with the problems shippers are having procuring truck capacity. Carriers move shippers’ freight. The Emerge solution has attributes of different supply chain software solutions.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 30, 2021

I seethed as the news stations celebrated supply chain success for the December holidays. The health of the supply chain underpins our economy. When the supply chain is sick, all industries suffer. The supply chain can handle cost increases more easily than variability. Freight Rates 2019-2021.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Robert Bain and Joe Lynch discuss the 3 pillars of freight operations. Robert is is the Director of Client Engagement at CDL 1000 , a a technology-driven, third-party logistics (3PL) leader based in Chicago, IL. CDL 1000 is a Chicago-based supply chain solutions company, provides comprehensive logistics services.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Recent cumulative events have increased the emphasis on the supply chain, emphasizing its importance and bringing it to the fore. As was quoted, “no one mentions the supply chain when it works, but when it fails….” The COVID-19 pandemic has been global, with no country or organization immune from its impact.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 24, 2023

Nick Dangles and Joe Lynch discuss winning in a down freight market. Nick is Co-founder of Sync Logistics Training is a joint venture between Metafora + Kinetic, a Learning Management Software that gives brokerages the power to transfer years of industry knowledge to new hire employees in an engaging and effective platform.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 6, 2021

OTR freight represents a long-standing aspect of supply chain operations and transportation management. M odern transportation networks and supply chains continuously adapt to market volatility and transitions. Carrier Vetting for OTR Freight . Remote Tendering and Shipment Execution .

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 4, 2021

Any discussion on supply chain risk management and applying managed transportation to help prevent risks from coming to fruition is incomplete without touching on the pandemic to overcome supply chain disruption. Market Volatility Continues to Undermine Supply Chain Risk Management.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 28, 2022

The Freight Market Place with Dave Maddox. Dave Maddox and Joe Lynch discuss the freight market place. and is transforming the $800 billion transportation and logistics industry with its digital freight marketplace platform. Other past employers that Maddox has worked for are nVision Global, Transplace, National Freight, Inc.,

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Ryan Schreiber and Joe Lynch discuss 3 freight trends to watch. Ryan is the Vice President, Industry and Growth at Metafora , previously “CarrierDirect”, which is the leading business consulting and software development firm that exclusively serves the Transportation, Logistics and Supply Chain space. Welcome to Metafora.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 20, 2020

Dubbed the ‘ blu eCommerce Hub’ , the new facility spans more than 7,000 square metres, expanding blu’s operational capacity multifold. It functions as the base of blu’s operations, housing a technologically-enabled warehouse space, robotically-powered fulfilment systems, and an integrated last mile distribution centre.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 21, 2023

Joe Lynch and Chris Pickett discuss what’s next for the freight market. Chris is the Chief Operating Officer at Flock Freight , a technology company that is on a mission to solve the US trucking industry’s wasted capacity problem. in Industrial & Systems Engineering from Virginia Tech, an M.Eng.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

One of the most difficult and expensive aspects of the supply chain is last mile delivery. Ultimately it comes down to whether shippers want to manage their freight spend in-house or outsource it. A TMS offers optimization capabilities across multiple modes to improve service levels and reduce freight spend.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

To be successful in 2022, supply chains must continue to negotiate a very volatile and uncertain environment. Leveraging technology and network data will be more important than ever to keep supply chains on track. How can technology help address challenges like tight capacity in freight transportation?

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 3, 2023

Jordan Graft and Joe Lynch discuss freight has an identity crisis, which refers to rampant fraud and double brokering in the transportation business. About Jordan Graft Jordan Graft is a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader with a passion for technology and transportation.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 21, 2020

“Managing supply chain and logistics has never been more significant and challenging since the outbreak of COVID-19 that created a new norm with high uncertainty and enforced an inevitable shift”. Logistics and supply chain management is a rapidly evolving field.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Procuring transportation for freight is much different than any other procurement category. There are different tools, goals, and market dynamics. Transportation procurement needs to support both customer service and a company’s internal supply chain goals. The freight market is mercurial.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Disruption has been the name of the game for more than a year as supply chain leaders have been dealing with changing buyer behaviors, inventory management challenges, labor shortages, weather and pandemic-related uncertainty, cyber security threats and capacity constraints that continue to create significant supply chain volatility.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 26, 2022

Supply chains have experienced significant disruptions in the first half of 2022, from a global pandemic to wars, rising fuel costs, and a potential recession. Throughout the past six months, rates and capacity have been highly volatile as the industry deals with other ongoing challenges. Ease of use is also essential.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Let’s consider these top factors affecting the trucking market, their implications on supply chains and how they are driving change within the industry. . Capacity Constraints Continue to Arise. Capacity constraints continue to come under microscope as shippers look for a better understanding to the state of the market.

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