Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Tis the season to be jolly – unless you are overwhelmed with the many tasks traditionally associated with the annual freight Request for Proposal ( RFP ) season. However, the reality is that contracted freight is actually a promise – not a binding agreement. Flexibility to schedule rate bid events based on business needs.

Freight 225

Freight Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Jacksonville 225

3rdwave

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

In today’s turbulent trading environment, strong global transportation management capabilities deliver exceptional benefits and value. Massive shifts in supply chains are underway because of trade turmoil increasing the complexity in global supply chain management and related transportation management.

Supply Chain Design Software 79

Supply Chain Design Software Global Transportation Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 79

3rdwave

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Managing a global supply chain network requires the ability to manage and control both global transportation execution and the associated freight spend. In a constantly shifting and competitive global trading environment, it is increasingly important to control all costs across the entire supply chain.

Optimal Sourcing 40

Optimal Sourcing Global Transportation Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Optimization 40

Talking Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2015

Two major shifts are changing the face of global transportation management as we know it: Supply chains are becoming increasingly complex, relying on partners and data beyond the four walls of the enterprise; The very definition of global transportation management is broadening and expanding well beyond the traditional TMS scope.

Global Transportation 100

Global Transportation Inventory Reduction Optimal Sourcing Cost Reduction Strategies 100

The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 17, 2024

Founded in 1992 in Baltimore, ICAT Logistics has expanded across the United States and Europe, specializing in handling unusual, high-value, and oversized freight that often falls outside the scope of standard containerized shipping. The most efficient modes of transport. The best routes. Getting through customs. Packaging bulky loads.

Cargo 234

Cargo Detroit Global United States 234

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

In the age of e-commerce, maintaining the status quo will result in failure, disgruntled customers and added expenses, but shippers that leverage 3PL resources to apply transportation management best practices for e-commerce , as listed below, can navigate the issues that arise in e-commerce and achieve sustained profitability.

Transportation Management 210

Transportation Management 3PL Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software 210

Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 7, 2022

In a prior published commentary, we provided highlights of March and Q1-2022 global production indices along with their implications. We now add highlights of March and Q1-2022 key global transportation and logistics indices. Global and Domestic Transportation and Logistics Indices. Global Shipping.

Global Transportation 52

Global Transportation Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction Strategies Global 52

3rdwave

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

In today’s turbulent trading environment, strong global transportation management capabilities deliver exceptional benefits and value. Massive shifts in supply chains are underway because of trade turmoil increasing the complexity in global supply chain management and related transportation management.

Supply Chain Design Software 41

Supply Chain Design Software Global Transportation Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 41

Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

It’s time to stop leaking money from these billing discrepancies and other freight and transportation invoicing errors. Technology creates more efficient and effective freight bill audit processes that help companies recover dollars connected to billing errors. What is freight audit processing?

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Waste Reduction Resource Reduction 52

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 26, 2022

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) continues to rank driver shortages, driver retention, and the costs of extensive regulatory compliance on carrier operations as top concerns for carriers. Due to this awareness, freight sourcing is receiving increased interest from shippers. Ease of use is also essential.

Optimal Sourcing 265

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 265

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Creating trucking efficiency through transportation management optimization is an essential part of supply chain management and network navigation. Download the White Paper: Over the Road Freight Management Trends. within the transportation network. Freight Consolidation and a Larger Network Leads Logistics Efficiency.

Sourcing Strategies 197

Sourcing Strategies Network Optimization Supply Chain Network Software Optimal Sourcing 197

Talking Logistics

JULY 2, 2014

When it comes to managing global supply chains, international transportation is where the rubber meets the road. But as many companies quickly find out, managing international transportation is very different from managing domestic transportation. Are the challenges different or the same for large and small shippers?

Transportation 178

Transportation Logistics Network Optimization Software 3PL Supply Chain Software 178

CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 28, 2018

How Generac Power Systems Cut Millions from Its Global Transportation Spend | Transportfolio. Our team provided North American transportation to Generac at the time. Integrating global freight services was only one challenge. Integrating global freight services was only one challenge.

Case Study 34

Case Study Global Transportation Resource Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 34

The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 10, 2024

Nourhan Beyrouti and Joe Lynch discuss building a global logistics juggernaut. Nourhan is Global Chief Revenue Officer at AJEX Logistics Services , Saudi Arabia’s fastest growing transportation company.

Saudi Arabia 190

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 18, 2023

The report also found that global transportation costs have fallen below their long-term average thanks to lessening pressures on shipping, rail, air and road freight.

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Report Global Global Transportation Supply Chain 122

Talking Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2015

Many companies operating in the United States have achieved an inclusive look into their transportation spend, but unfortunately many companies that do business on a global level have struggled to achieve full freight process management. Understand the true size and scope of global transportation networks.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Network Software Freight 100

Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 7, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights additional developments, evidence and added signs that reinforce that there will be no peak holiday focused surge in transportation and logistics in the latter half of 2023. While 209,000 workers were added in June, 14,000 freight and parcel carriers were cut and 6,900 warehousing and storage jobs were lost.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Transportation Logistics Warehousing 52

BlueYonder

DECEMBER 17, 2013

American Shipper recently released its annual benchmark report entitled “ Global Transportation Management Benchmark Study: Climbing the Visibility Sophistication Ladder.” It is an excellent report covering a number of pertinent industry aspects and challenges around developing visibility sophistication globally.

Global Transportation 57

Global Transportation Benchmarking Study Modeling 57

3rdwave

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

In a constantly shifting and competitive global trading environment, it is increasingly important to control all costs across the entire supply chain.

Global Transportation 53

Global Transportation Supply Chain Optimization Global Price Mitigation Strategies 53

Intelligent Audit

MARCH 15, 2022

The complexity of the transportation and shipping market continues to complicate even the most basic of transport services. International freight audit software can make it easier to manage freight costs, profits, and budgeting concerns. . Global E-Commerce Growth Will Add More Data to the Data-Fire.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Network Software Network Optimization Software 52

Talking Logistics

APRIL 26, 2018

Proximity to raw materials, increased capacity, and labor costs are just a few of the ways that global supply chains work to save money for today’s top companies. However, the biggest pain point for these global supply chains is the one that seems inescapable – transportation costs. Pain Points Increasing Transportation Costs.

Cost Reduction Strategies 102

Cost Reduction Strategies Transportation Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing 102

Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

On the transportation end of supply chains, shippers adapt to the transportation needs at any given time to ensure this part of the supply chain continues as well as possible. This is why transportation network optimization is important. What Is Transportation Network Optimization?

Network Optimization 52

Network Optimization Supply Chain Network Software Optimization Software Modeling 52

Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights the increasing realities of declining global trade and freight rates that are occurring in the first-half of 2023. Background Global wide transportation and logistics costs increased at unprecedented rates during 2021 and 2022. All rights reserved.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 5, 2015

Auditing is one of the least favorite tasks of people in the logistics and transportation industry, even among those who specialize in performing it! Freight Audit Benefits. Based on the research of inboundlogistics.com, freight costs can make up 10% of an organization’s expenditure. of the freight invoices.

Freight 120

Freight Cost Reduction Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software United States 120

3rdwave

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

From optimizing freight movements and controlling freight costs, to supply chain SKU transparency and optimal inventory management, global TMSs deliver crucial functionality.

Global Transportation 49

Global Transportation Inventory Management Software Optimization Software Transportation Management 49

Oracle SCM

MARCH 30, 2016

Panduit is a global manufacturer of physical infrastructure equipment that supports power, communications, computing, control, and security systems. Click here to read the complete story. To learn more about Oracle Supply Chain Management applications visit www.oracle.com/scm.

Transportation Management 60

Transportation Management Network Optimization Supply Chain Optimization Optimization Software 60

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

However, if your role is managing the movement of widgets from point A to point B, or multiple points, the freight procurement task before you can be labor intensive and time consuming — unless you use a technology solution specifically designed for transportation sourcing. Freight is unique. Data rules.

Manufacturing Procurement 100

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Purchasing Skills Sourcing Strategies 100

Tailwind

APRIL 20, 2021

Like most sectors, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced the supply and transport industry to evaluate and improve their current processes. From real-time supply chain tracking to smart telematics systems, there are several tools that promise to refine freight operations and create a more streamlined supply chain. Blockchain.

Supply Chain Design Software 69

Supply Chain Design Software Predictive Analytics Software Forecasting Software Optimization Software 69

Talking Logistics

JULY 31, 2014

When considering your global transportation network, do you have the infrastructure needed to effectively and efficiently optimize it? Typically, this means freight consolidation, mileage reduction, and proper carrier selection. Does the same apply in the global arena? How does expedited freight fit into this?

Optimal Sourcing 163

Optimal Sourcing Global Transportation Optimization Software Modeling 163

Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 9, 2023

As the transportation industry waves goodbye (and good riddance) to 2022, innovative logistics professionals are already working hard to make 2023 a banner year for the global transportation industry. Is Your Transportation Business Ready to Put Rubber to the Road in 2023? 15 press release.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Transportation Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills 52

Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2021

I have tough news for freight shippers yearning for relief in their global transportation network: It’s going to get worse before it gets better.

Global Transportation 98

Global Transportation Supply Chain Freight Transportation 98

TransAudit

AUGUST 1, 2023

Over the years, the capacity within the freight industry has tightened, bringing the role of the bulk freight truck driver under the spotlight. Bulk drivers specialize in transporting large quantities of goods, often in the form of liquid or granulated materials, using specially designed tankers.

Supply Chain Design Software 77

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

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 5, 2021

From humble beginnings in 1919 as a moving company in Jacksonville, Florida, The company has grown into a $600-million global transportation, relocation management and logistics company, serving 180 countries with 2,000 employees around the globe. About Scott Perry. About Suddath.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 197

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Warehousing Resource Reduction 197

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. This year has been challenging for air freight. 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 Global Transportation 60

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

As shippers of all sizes expand their global sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution operations, they have to navigate the complexities involved with global transportation management. What are the main challenges global shippers face today? Will the shipper-freight forwarder relationship change moving forward?

Global Transportation 100

Global Transportation Transportation Global Manufacturing Procurement 100

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. When we talk about global supply chain visibility we are referring to: .

3PL 54

3PL Freight Procurement Analytics Negotiating Skills 54

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

Many companies operating in the United States have achieved an inclusive look into their transportation spend, but unfortunately many companies that do business on a global level have struggled to achieve full freight process management. Why is that? How are leading companies managing customs and regulatory compliance?

Freight 100

Freight Global United States Metrics 100