NFI Industries

DECEMBER 8, 2015

Similarly, air cargo has been a viable mode of global transportation and has contributed to expanding markets for many shippers. December 17 th marks 112 years since the first airplane took flight 1. Since then, air has been an essential vessel for people and goods to travel the globe. READ MORE.

Freight 60

Freight Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Cargo 60

BlueYonder

JUNE 11, 2013

I said that the next phase in this evolution would be to expand the scope of the TMC from a largely domestic view to the complexity of global transportation operations. I will pick up that thread here. Planners must be able to re-plan subsequent legs to satisfy priorities and service commitments.

Supply Chain Network Software 79

Supply Chain Network Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Transportation Management Logistics Network Optimization Software 79

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Cargo containers. It’s critical that importers monitor current global trade news to ensure they understand any pending customs tariff, duty or trade agreement changes that could impact their material landed costs. These impacted goods are subject to a 25% increase upon arrival into the U.S. Industrial machinery. Optical fibers.

Chemicals 100

Chemicals United States Global Consumer Goods 100

CH Robinson Transportfolio

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

How General Average Could Ruin Your Ocean Cargo Deliveries | Transportfolio. Start by building your knowledge of how general average works, how it can impact your shipments if general average is declared, and how marine cargo insurance can help you sleep like a baby at night. Ship owners have a lien on the ship’s cargo.

Cargo 34

Cargo Security Freight Panama 34

3rdwave

AUGUST 8, 2019

Major Benefits of a Global TMS. Execution control provides the infrastructure that enables the transportation operator to manage, influence, and control all aspects of the global transportation activity from Purchase-to-Receipt or Sale-to-Delivery. The Business Case for a Global TMS. Execution Control.

Cost Reduction Strategies 74

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Negotiating Skills Global 74

CH Robinson Transportfolio

JULY 10, 2014

Cargo will continue to move and operations will carry on at the port until an agreement can be reached through these disruptions. Global Transportation Supply Chain Port Strike' It’s after June 30, and yet no deal has been reached. The current contract has been extended briefly, until July 11 2014.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 58

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Global Transportation Lean Cargo 58

Supply Chain Movement

JUNE 20, 2016

Andrea Gruber, Senior Manager, Special Cargo, IATA. Didier Basseras, Vice President, Global Head of Clinical Supplies – Clinical Supply Chain, Sanofi-Aventis. Didier Basseras, Vice President, Global Head of Clinical Supplies – Clinical Supply Chain, Sanofi-Aventis. Tony Wright, CEO, Exelsius (Conference Chairman).

Pharmaceutical 60

Pharmaceutical Conference Distribution Supply Chain Planning Software 60

Talking Logistics

APRIL 26, 2018

However, the biggest pain point for these global supply chains is the one that seems inescapable – transportation costs. Pain Points Increasing Transportation Costs. No matter how much can be saved from sourcing globally, transportation costs continue to creep in to seriously affect a product’s profit margin.

Cost Reduction Strategies 106

Cost Reduction Strategies Transportation Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing 106

CH Robinson Transportfolio

OCTOBER 29, 2014

Robinson and other Beneficial Cargo Owners (BCOs) participated to ensure that customers’ voices are heard. Due to the heavy influx of cargo and issues downstream, the containers continue to be stacked making it difficult for the terminals to release the older containers. Global Transportation Supply Chain' CURRENT STATE.

Los Angeles 60

Los Angeles Long Beach Negotiating Skills Cargo 60

TransAudit

AUGUST 1, 2023

These vehicles are particularly susceptible to rollovers due to the high center of gravity and the sloshing and surging of cargo, requiring tanker-endorsement holders to exhibit advanced operational and safety skills. The Importance of Tanker Endorsements Driving tank vehicles requires additional skills compared to other types of trucks.

Supply Chain Design Software 77

Supply Chain Design Software Buyer Training Optimization Software Demand Planning Software 77

CH Robinson Transportfolio

MAY 20, 2014

Montreal uses both the CN and Canadian Pacific Railroad (CP) and is a better, more viable option for Inland Port Intermodal (IPI) cargo. There is also a good possibility that carriers might discharge cargo at the main transship points of Panama, Cartagena, and Colon and declare force majeure. Robinson office for additional information.

Supply Chain Planning 59

Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Panama Supply Chain Design 59

CH Robinson Transportfolio

AUGUST 15, 2014

While there is no contract extension in place, both parties have pledged to keep cargo moving. The post Market Update: Transportation Industry News appeared first on Transportfolio. Carriers Global Transportation Over the Road Supply Chain Carrier Capacity Diesel Pricing Driver Shortage Ports Transportation'

Negotiating Skills 54

Negotiating Skills Transportation Industry Industrial 54

Turvo

OCTOBER 5, 2021

The global transportation system in 2021 is experiencing a unique and unexpected crisis. Trade routes from Asia to the US have become so lucrative that shippers don’t even wait for cargo before shipping containers back to Asia, especially when there is no cargo at the port. What happened to the containers?

Capacity 66

Capacity Negotiating Skills Asia Price Reduction 66

Resilinc

APRIL 19, 2023

Labor and Transportation Disruptions are Up Resilinc data shows labor disruptions were up 107% year-over-year. Faced with inflation, layoffs, and long hours, transportation employees are taking action in the form of strikes and protests. On February 17, more than 1300 flights were canceled by Lufthansa Group in Germany due to strikes.

Supply Chain Disruption 62

Supply Chain Disruption Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Data 62

CH Robinson Transportfolio

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

This month’s Market Update highlights key factors that impact the transportation industry in North America and will keep you up to speed on the latest news and topics that matter to your supply chain and business. The post Market Update: Transportation Industry News appeared first on Transportfolio. Large Scale Market Indicators.

Transportation 55

Transportation Industrial Industry Purchasing Skills 55

CH Robinson Transportfolio

JANUARY 20, 2015

What’s probably the number one reason shippers avoid transporting their cargo by air? Air freight is often more expensive than any other mode of transportation. When considering the cost of a modal shift to air cargo, keep in mind that the freight cost is only one component of the equation. You guessed it: Cost.

Supply Chain Optimization 34

Supply Chain Optimization Price Mitigation Strategies Freight Supply Chain Strategy 34

QAD

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

We all saw the news and headlines recently of the giant cargo ship that got stuck in the Suez Canal, blocking a major shipping lane for an extended period and disrupting deliveries of goods around the globe.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply and Demand 98

CH Robinson Transportfolio

APRIL 25, 2016

Want a quick “win” in global forwarding costs? Look at ocean cargo consolidation (less than container load, or LCL). The process of cargo consolidation results in better freight rates for you, and better cargo security measures. Do you have global coverage and LCL capabilities to provide flexibility?

Negotiating Skills 34

Negotiating Skills Global Third Party Logistics Cargo 34

CH Robinson Transportfolio

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

There is cautious optimism that peak season volumes will not be adversely impacted—at this time, cargo is generally flowing as expected throughout the entire U.S. The post Market Update: Transportation Industry News appeared first on Transportfolio. West Coast. Learn more. Driver Shortage. All available drivers are being utilized.

Negotiating Skills 49

Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Transportation Industrial 49

Operations and Supply Chain Management

JANUARY 25, 2021

Ikea’s Singapore operations called it a “global transport crisis” and estimates 850 of its 8,500 products are affected by shipment delays. Chinese tech giant Alibaba’s logistic arm Cainiao launched a container booking service last week in response to the global shortage.

Examples 59

Examples Shipping Singapore Asia 59

CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 22, 2017

Three Questions: Your Key to Saving in Global Forwarding | Transportfolio. Want a quick “win” in global forwarding costs? Look at ocean cargo consolidation (less than container load, or LCL). The process of cargo consolidation results in better freight rates for you, and better cargo security measures.

Negotiating Skills 34

Negotiating Skills Global Third Party Logistics Cargo 34

CH Robinson Transportfolio

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

It’s not too late to get your product to store shelves in time for Black Friday, thanks to the swift performance of air cargo service. With significantly shorter lead times than other modes, air cargo can get your product to market in as little as a day. Understand the metrics of air cargo: time and money.

Optimal Sourcing 47

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Cargo 47

Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

In this February 10, 2023 edition of Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Tech we highlight news related to Shopify and Flexport , as well as Frieghtos , each in the transportation and logistics visibility tech segment. The tech company reportedly raised $80 million in the transaction.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 52

Intelligent Audit

JULY 5, 2022

In a continued effort to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, UPS has chosen to test out an electric cargo bicycle within crowded urban cities. The pedal-powered “E-Quad” resembles a miniature version of the traditional brown boxy cargo vans that UPS is known for, without the size that makes navigating urban areas difficult.

Quality 52

Quality Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics 52

TMC

APRIL 7, 2016

So you’ve decided to invest in a global transportation management system (TMS). It’s a question that more companies are asking as supply chains continue to expand globally. You simply can’t afford to have a fragmented view of the supply chain when managing the complexities of international cargo movements.

Global 48

Global Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software 48

Supply Chain Matters

JULY 26, 2023

Added safety and health protections, to include vehicle air conditioning and cargo ventilation in all larger delivery vehicles, sprinter vans, and package cars purchased after Jan. All existing delivery vehicles will be equipped with two fans and air induction vents in cargo compartments.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Cost Reduction Strategies Procurement Analytics 52

TMC

DECEMBER 8, 2016

When the expanded Panama Canal opened this June, a new set of routes became available for shippers and beneficial cargo owners (BCOs). Cargo can enter the country via East coast or West coast ports depending on variables such as the type of product being shipped. New Panama Canal Options: Running the Numbers with a TMS.Connect by TMC.

Panama 48

Panama Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 48

CH Robinson Transportfolio

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

With any kind of widespread health outbreak, global importers and exporters are dealing with unpredictable logistics concerns that require a proactive approach to keep business running as usual. . We also continue to see several airlines cancelling flights in and out of China which can have impact to cargo capacity.

Inventory Reduction 50

Inventory Reduction Vendor Strategies Supply and Demand China 50

Intelligent Audit

APRIL 15, 2021

We saw spikes of 50%-100% of cargo volume entering the US, especially on the west coast, which had put a massive strain on a system designed to handle an occasional surge of cargo, but not a sustained surge over more than 30 weeks.” According to the Loadstar , “no one [shipper] envisaged what was about to come.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Capacity 52

CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 20, 2018

If you utilize air freight to the Oceania region (Australia and New Zealand), you can certainly use our expertise to minimize the impact of market forces and streamline the flow of air-cargo to work in your favor. Over the past few years, we have seen many impacting factors on the air cargo market. Peak seasons have returned.

Cost Reduction Strategies 34

Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Supply and Demand Supply Chain Strategy 34

3rdwave

JULY 20, 2020

Too often – make that almost always – importers and exporters (BCOs – Benefiticcial Cargo Owners) are dependent on their NVOCC, Freight Forwarder or 3PL (3PL) to provide them with visibility into their global supply chains. Controlling Information levels the Playing Field.

3PL 54

3PL Freight Procurement Analytics Negotiating Skills 54

Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 25, 2023

Specifically stated: Shipping lines with rather rich cash balances from multiple years of windfall profits will likely continue with their efforts toward horizontal integration of either port, land or air cargo services, or electronic brokerage or third party logistics services.

Third Party Logistics 59

Third Party Logistics Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Strategy Logistics Network Optimization Software 59

Unleashed

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Singapore’s status as a global transport hub makes it naturally suited to hosting freeports, with over 100 airlines accessing its airport and 200 shipping lines passing through its port Singapore’s freeport Singapore was established as a freeport in 1819. Freeports can become easy conduits to and from other free trade zones.

Supply Chain Design Software 98

Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 14, 2024

Outlook for the Remainder of Year We especially call our readers’ attention to today’s published report by the global business broadcasting network CNBC. With global demand and production levels contracting over most of 2023, there were multiple opportunities to negotiate lower contract prices.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Strategies Shipping Price Reduction 52

CH Robinson Transportfolio

JANUARY 3, 2020

Robinson, you can choose from a wide range of rail service options including full block train, single or multiple containers, less than container (LCL) shipments, and oversize cargo service. Cargo insurance. Since the liable party of a shipment changes throughout a shipment’s journey, consider adding extra cargo insurance through C.H.

Asia 46

Asia Europe Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction Strategies 46

CH Robinson Transportfolio

MAY 26, 2015

However, that may not be the case when shipping your cargo. When it comes to quickly getting what you want, when you want it, there is no service better than air charter for your cargo. The Positive Side of Air Charter Service. Another challenge is that securing an air charter can be extremely difficult without the right relationships.

Optimal Sourcing 34

Optimal Sourcing Cargo Capacity Supply Chain Optimization 34

CH Robinson Transportfolio

DECEMBER 6, 2018

As POs come in, the provider calculates the dates for cargo to be picked up and continues to verify as the delivery dates approach. Global shipping options and how to choose the right one. You need to make decisions about how you will transport your goods globally. Each method has its advantages and disadvantages.

Vendor Strategies 34

Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Shipping Global 34