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What Is Transportation Optimization and What Does It Have to Do With Managed Transportation

GlobalTranz

Additional opportunities can be reached through transportation optimization whether using a 3PL or 4PL. It's important to understand how transportation optimization can work well with managed transportation service providers to attain that goal. Defining Transportation Optimization.

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Transportation Metrics That Matter Most to Track and Improve Performance

GlobalTranz

Creating a data-driven supply chain tracking important transportation metrics helps shippers respond and adapt as quickly as possible to known and unknown events. Why Monitor Transportation Metrics. Transportation metrics provide visibility that helps drive operative and competitive advantages.

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5 Things to Look for When Vetting Logistics Transportation Services

GlobalTranz

As logistics continues to grow more lucrative to the customer experience, 3PLs are playing an increasing role in the supply chain. Vetting 3PLs and transportation management services providers is a complex topic and shippers may not know where to begin. Does the Transportation Management Services Provider Offer Logistics Consulting.

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Thriving in a Down Trucking Market with Cyndi Meurrens

The Logistics of Logistics

Cyndi is Project Solutions Manager at H&M Trucking , a contract carrier trucking company that specializes in bulk hopper and van transportation of dry goods, bulk ingredients, and hazardous materials. With 17 years of transportation expertise, Cyndi brings a comprehensive skill set to H&M Trucking.

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Amazon and the Shift to AI-Driven Supply Chain Planning

Logistics Viewpoints

Excess inventory, stockouts, and increased transportation expenses are common consequences of outdated planning methods. AI-powered logistics optimization reduces transportation inefficiencies by identifying cost-effective shipping routes. Predictive maintenance of transportation fleets reduces downtime and repair costs.

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6 Benefits of Applying Useable Data in Logistics For Continuous Improvement

GlobalTranz

We continue our series on strategic shipping by going into detail of the 10 main areas that shippers can turn to in order to have a strategic logistics and transportation management mindset. 6 Benefits of Using the Right Data in Logistics & Transportation Management for Continuous Improvement.

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How Can Supply Chain Leaders Use Big Data as a Tool to Continuously Improve?

GlobalTranz

Transportation modes used in procurement and shipping. As explained in a previous blog post, continuous improvement in an organization can be achieved through the use of performance measurement tools via big data. But the possibilities for continuously improving. Continuous Improvement is a complex notion.