The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Shipping freight across the world is a complex matter. But what is even more complicated is freight billing and handling freight payments: what a cargo owner is initially quoted is often different from what he later is asked to pay. A 2021 Cargo Owners and freight forwarders survey, confirms this.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 21, 2023

Lionel van der Walt and Joe Lynch discuss revolutionizing freight forwarding using tech, which is exactly what Raft.ai cargo subsidiary. About Raft Raft is the intelligent logistics platform that’s rewriting the technology playbook for freight forwarders and customs brokers in the automation era. IATA’s U.S.

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Freightos

JULY 8, 2024

More Resources Home Empowering Freight Forwarders with AI: Insights from Industry Leaders AI Popup #2 July 8, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More For years, technology has been cast as a threat to freight forwarders. This conversation is far from over. In fact it’s just the beginning.

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Freightos

JULY 30, 2024

More Resources Home July 30, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market. America weekly prices fell 2% to $1.63/kg. Prices out of S.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 25, 2022

The Air Freight Market with Eric Kulisch . Eric Kulisch and Joe Lynch discuss the air freight market. Eric is the Air Cargo Editor at FreightWaves, the leading FreightIntel provider, offering current digital intelligence and context to the freight community on a central platform. Key Takeaways: The Air Freight Market.

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Freightos

MAY 23, 2024

Air cargo for example, though continuing to make digital strides, is still behind – and is often compared to – passenger travel where digitized capacity, pricing and online bookings have been around for decades and is in some ways the digitalization template air cargo is referencing.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Nathan Strang and Joe Lynch discuss the challenging shipping environment and why shippers need an ocean freight survival guide. Key Takeaways: Ocean Freight Survival Guide. In the podcast interview, Joe and Nathan discuss the challenging shipping environment and why shippers need an ocean freight survival guide.

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20Cube Logistics

JUNE 3, 2021

Freight forwarders play a pivotal role in transporting of the consignment from one destination to another international destination. Whatever the consignment may be, if the project is taken, it has to be accomplished, irrespective of the size of the cargo. What’s Project Cargo? What’s the role of freight forwarders?

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Zipline Logistics

APRIL 11, 2023

Cargo theft is surging across the United States — and food and beverage products seem to be the main targets. Cargo Theft Increases in the United States Cities seeing a spike in freight theft include Los Angeles, Houston, Miami, Savannah, Newark, New Jersey, Memphis, and Chicago.

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IT Supply Chain

MAY 4, 2023

Lawrence (pictured) Content Writer The post A cost-effective option for cargo transportation: Bid farewell to freight exchanges & brokers appeared first on IT Supply Chain. By Dwight J.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

10 Tips To Be A Successful Freight Broker! The terms freight broker and freight agent are often confused in the cargo and shipping sector. Freight brokers and agents contribute significantly to optimizing the shipping process. So, what are the differences and similarities between a freight broker and freight agent?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 19, 2022

Fortunately, strategic planning can help you deliver your land cargo on-time , despite the abundant labor shortages. Low Land Cargo Capacity. Consumers have high expectations for order fulfillment, shipping, and delivery, and LTL can use small freight to meet these expectations. Solutions for On-Time Land Cargo Delivery.

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TransAudit

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The alarming rise in cargo theft across the United States is becoming a significant concern for businesses, logistics providers, and consumers alike. As prices rise and certain goods become scarce, the value of stolen cargo on the black market increases. Remote monitoring systems offer eyes on the cargo even when physically distant.

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American Global Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2023

Air freight has evolved dramatically, especially after the pandemic. As we navigate the third quarter of 2023, it's time to examine air cargo's role in global commerce. Since then, air freight has adapted to various market demands and technological advancements. In 2020, the global air cargo market was worth an estimated $287.4

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3PL Insights

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Amidst all of these stories of shortages and bottlenecks, we thought it would be helpful to explain the basics of shipping ocean freight. In this article, we will explain the shipping process, identify the different types of cargo, and show the benefits of ocean freight shipping. What is Ocean Freight? Types of Cargo.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 15, 2023

In this upcoming webinar, we will delve into the ripple effect of supply chain destabilization and how it magnifies risk in day-to-day freight operations.

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CHAINalytics

MARCH 1, 2022

Over these three weeks, we’re featuring Chainalytics’ (and some guests’) thoughts on … The post Your 2022 US Ocean Cargo Outlook appeared first on Chainalytics. Predictably, short-term capacity remains at a premium. This is the second post in a three-part series.

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CHAINalytics

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Over the next three weeks, we’re featuring Chainalytics’ and some guests’- (this week we … The post The Ocean Cargo Forecast for 2023: Switching Conditions in the New Year appeared first on Chainalytics. Costs spiraled out of control, while customer needs were affected by elongated transit times and deteriorating service levels.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 20, 2021

3 Most Common Freight Forwarding Scams (and How to Avoid Them)! Road freight transport article and permission to publish here provided by Sophia Taylor. Road freight forwarding is the process of physically transporting cargo by road using different types of motor vehicles. Understanding Road Freight Forwarding.

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20Cube Logistics

DECEMBER 29, 2019

The most important job of a freight forwarding company is to deliver the consignment on the agreed date. Well, some cargos’ are special and require an eye for detail and prior planning to implement the whole operation. Such special deliveries are known as ‘Project Cargo’. What’s Project Cargo? What’s Project Cargo?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Featuring Our Top 16 Articles on Freight and Logistics! In shipping and logistics, building strong relationships with your freight or carrier company is often underestimated. Moreover, finding a reputable freight company that ticks all the boxes of what you’re looking for can often be a considerable challenge.

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Cathy Roberson

MAY 1, 2023

(Photo credit: Depositphotos.com) It’s been a while since I last looked into the freight forwarding market, but with all the post-pandemic market changes, I decided to do so, similar to what I did for the parcel & last mile market in early April. Thanks for reading Rethinking supply chains! I wear a number of hats these days.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 23, 2021

Do you have a Freight Management Strategy or are you Spinning your Wheels? The emergence of COVID-19 changed many things in the world of business, and transporting cargo is no exception. This article summarizes the top five benefits of using air charter for cargo and the products and industries that need it the most.

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ShipBob

JULY 14, 2022

In today’s hyper-connected world, freight forwarding can seem like a lone holdout. Combining this pre-existing state of freight with the events of the past two-plus years of pandemic-related disruptions and grasping the micro- and macro-dynamics becomes even harder. What’s causing the delays in freight shipments?

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Freightos

AUGUST 25, 2024

More Resources Home The Transformative Role of AI in Air Cargo AI Popup #4 August 25, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More In the rapidly evolving air cargo industry, staying ahead of the curve requires the thoughtful integration of cutting-edge technologies. Naval Academy.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

How can I reduce my freight costs? Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: The Challenge of Freight Container Utilisation and Why it Matters. Container Freight Costs and Forecasting: Intrinsically Linked & Frustratingly Challenging. 12 Smart Ways to Reduce Your Freight Costs.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 15, 2022

Featuring Our Top 16 Articles on Freight and Logistics! Freight forecasting is a method of predicting what the freight market will do in the days, months, and years to come. If you want to understand the significance of freight demand modeling, you should understand a bit about the job of a freight forecaster.

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Intelligent Audit

JULY 14, 2022

Cargo vessels, planes, and semi-trucks portray freight transportation as they cross great distances to get loads to their final destination. However, without the correct paperwork, freight can’t leave the ground. It would follow that an increase in packages and parcels will increase freight damage. dollars in 2021.

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GTG Technology Group

APRIL 22, 2019

5 Tips for Protecting Your Freight Against Cargo Thieves. Protecting freight is one of the responsibilities you have to your clients. In 2018, motor carriers reported almost 600 incidents of cargo theft nationwide. Thieves stealing cargo can cause disaster along the supply chain. Avoid High-Crime Areas.

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Logistics Middle East

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

The acquisition will help expand IBS Software’s footprint in the global freight supply chain, accelerating digital transformation and innovation.

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Turvo

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Turvo, provider of the world’s leading collaboration application designed for the supply chain, recently announced a new partnership with ocean freight visibility management technology solution provider OpenTrack. Read more about his partnership in the JOC.com article – Turvo taps OpenTrack for ocean freight visibility. .

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 29, 2020

Do You Have Hidden Freight Costs? Ocean freight article and permission to publish here provided by Katherine Barrios at xeneta.com. Freight forwarders and shippers/BCO s are on a constant quest to have a better understanding of their ocean freight costs and ultimately have larger margins. Email Address. Plan effectively.

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20Cube Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2021

A wide variety of cargo is moved both domestically and internationally by air. Different types of cargo have specific requirements for safe storage, transport, and handling. Different perishable goods have different requirements for storage and handling, which makes things complicated for air freight transporters.

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Unleashed

JUNE 27, 2023

One wrong decision and freight costs can skyrocket, greatly impacting your profit margins. If you’re sending goods internationally, third-party freight forwarding services offer a frictionless solution. Here we explore what freight forwarders do, the benefits and risks of working with one, and how the freight forwarding process works.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

What’s the Difference Between a Freight Forwarder and a Customs Broker? Freight forwarder rates article and permission to publish here provided by Victor at excelsior.ph. If you are a business owner looking for a freight forwarding service, the first thing you must consider is your preferred budget. Get Our EBOOK HERE.

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I.C.E. Transport

APRIL 25, 2023

And as waves of disruption continue to crash down on global supply chains, one of the most important things to consider is whether you need ocean cargo insurance coverage. When it comes to shipping goods internationally, there’s a lot that can go wrong.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Do You Have Hidden Freight Costs? Freight sourcing team article and permission to publish here provided by Katharine Barrios at xeneta.com. Freight sourcing and procurement is a critical component of the whole supply chain and is crucial to the success of the business. Use of Freight Rate Benchmarking. GET our EBOOK HERE.

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