Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 8, 2022

The vocabulary used in transportation can be confusing. Shippers” are companies that have goods that need to be transported. Carriers move shippers’ freight. Shippers can utilize their own network of carriers that is kept in their transportation management system. Scale is Necessary for Freight Benchmarking.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Multimodal shipping represents how companies can find new value within their supply chains and augment efficiency without dramatically increasing landed costs. While multimodal continues to change in the wake of disruption from the pandemic this year, interest in new shipping strategies has exploded.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 24, 2020

The post 5 Steps to Start Planning Your Peak Season Shipping Strategy | Fast Freight Five VIDEO appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis. Fortunately, following these five steps can help you create, refine, and execute a.read More.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Managing OTR transportation through disruption is a complex process. We’re sharing seven best practices to improve OTR transportation management, enabling shippers to stay competitive in the face of disruption. Analytics provides visibility into your transportation network and operations. Across OTR Transportation Modes.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

The long and unpredictable peak shipping season continues to challenge supply chains. A 2021 Peak Shipping Season survey conducted by Edelman Intelligence found hiring to be a strong concern among supply chain decision makers with 90% having a strong need to increase hiring to account for peak season and beyond. Higher freight volumes.

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QAD

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

As a result, multiple systems will contain shipping data. Without centralized control and standardized procedures, shipping costs are difficult to track. Transportation management and controlling shipping spend is a vital part of managing a global supply chain. Multi carrier shipping solutions manage by exception.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

The post Freight Data Sharing Across the Supply Chain and Its Role in Multimodal Shipping appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis. Companies were turning to managed multimodal and new peak season technology to unlock new revenue streams. And while current disruptions have.read More.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 25, 2021

When it comes to managing your freight spend, there are a few options to consider. The three traditional methods are the use of a transportation management system (TMS), transportation execution system (TES), and managed transportation services (MTS). Look to the Cloud. Turn to Machine Learning.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 15, 2023

The Approach to Effective Freight Procurement by LSCMS Shippers’ Council Container shipping procurement faces a multitude of challenges shaped by global events, industry shifts, environmental mandates, and technological advancements. At the heart of it all, an effective procurement strategy remains paramount.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 13, 2020

[link] Lets Talk – Omnichannel and Multimodal Shipping Trends The global supply chain is sick. The post Omnichannel & Multi-Modal Shipping Trends for 2020: The Year of Every Channel Shipper | Talking Freight VIDEO appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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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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ShipBob

JULY 14, 2022

In today’s hyper-connected world, freight forwarding can seem like a lone holdout. While your customers can track their parcels from their smartphones down to the block the delivery truck is on, the best you can hope for is a phone call when the ship leaves port and one when it arrives on the other side of the world.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2024

Matt is Chief Technology Officer at Greenscreens.ai , a freight-tech company on a mission to rock the freight world through accurate predictions, actionable insights and cutting-edge technology. He has also developed trucking market intelligence consortiums and transportation products for shippers and 3PLs. About Greenscreens.ai

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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 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. cargo subsidiary.

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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. Lack of trust.

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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 a tenured veteran of full truckload freight brokerage who has firsthand knowledge of technology’s power in the freight industry. About Kinetic Kinetic helps freight tech companies get their products to market faster and with better adoption.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 29, 2022

Mike Wolf and Joe Lynch discuss why freight tech fails. Mike has extensive experience in Transportation and Logistics from procurement through operations leadership spanning 25+ years. Mike has extensive experience in Transportation and Logistics from procurement through operations leadership spanning 25+ years. About Mike Wolf.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 22, 2022

How Shipping Can Help Save The Planet. But to be honest, the shipping industry is as much of a culprit. If we take a closer look, we can see that global aviation, including domestic and international; passenger and freight accounts for 2.5% First of all, the shipping industry today is enormous. Size Matters.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 28, 2021

I am working on my latest Transportation Execution and Visibility Systems study, which looks at the total size of the market, the forecasted growth through 2025, and the leading suppliers across a number of categories including industry, region, customer size, and mode. Transportation visibility is clearly not only for trucks.

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Bulk Connection

AUGUST 15, 2023

Did you know that, in addition to transporting your liquid freight over the road, your bulk freight 3PL provider can also handle drayage of your bulk shipping containers? In this article, we’ll take a closer look at this key supply chain service and let you know what to look for in a bulk freight drayage provider.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

. • Autonomous Vehicles: Autonomous ground vehicles, such as self-driving trucks, address long-haul and heavy freight logistics. With the ability to carry larger payloads over extended distances, autonomous vehicles are better suited for transporting bulk goods between distribution centers and other logistics hubs.

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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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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2021

However, freight shipping is the one activity that presents significant barriers to overseas-market entry, as you may have discovered if your business is starting to look across international borders for its next step in expansion. Container Shipping Can be Tough for SMEs. The domestic transport in the country of import.

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NC State SCRC

JUNE 19, 2024

With expertise in fleet management and transportation technology, his articles empower businesses to navigate the dynamic world of logistics with peace of mind. Maritime shipping has long been the backbone of international trade, facilitating the transport of goods across oceans and connecting distant markets.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 13, 2022

Do month-end or quarter-end freight surges affect your transportation costs? Those familiar with transportation know that month-end or quarter-end freight surges commonly occur, and that your routing guide may not work as well as it usually does during those times. Using data provided by C.H.

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Ware2Go

MAY 17, 2022

This guide contains everything you need to know about freight shipping and logistics so you can make informed decisions for your business. Learn the difference between LTL vs FTL, how to find the best rates, and what services to expect from a freight provider. Table of Contents: Navigating Freight for Your Business.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

10 Tips To Be A Successful Freight Broker! The Supply Chain industry provides vast employment opportunities, from procurement to warehouse inventory, management, and shipping. The terms freight broker and freight agent are often confused in the cargo and shipping sector. What Does A Freight Agent Do?

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 25, 2022

It has always been essential to have visibility into freight spending. Freight audit & payment (FAP) providers have long paved the way to gaining this visibility by looking at shipping invoices and breaking down freight spend. What Is Freight or Transportation Spend Management?

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

With increased e-commerce shipping, high consumer expectations for delivery, and challenges in the supply chain, companies need optimized transportation systems and freight services. One of the fundamental ways to achieve this is through collecting and analyzing data — which can, in part, be done through a regular freight audit.

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20Cube Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2021

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. Unit Load Devices: The Solution for Transporting Perishable Goods.

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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?

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PLS Logistics

MAY 7, 2021

Once you’ve decided to use logistics services for your business transportation needs, the next step is to choose a freight shipping company. More companies outsource their logistics operations or even the entire supply chain to logistics companies.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 29, 2024

Current published reports and available industry data reinforce indications that the peak both in volume and in ocean container shipping rates may have been reached. Once more, current longer term industry trends imply a period of excess global container vessel ship capacity by 2026. The authors indicated that 478 ships, totaling 3.1

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 5, 2022

By learning about ways to minimize spending on pharmaceutical shipping, companies can better compete in the evolving market. . The State of Shipping Pharmaceuticals in the U.S. The demand for pharmaceuticals in tandem with all e-commerce demand means little available capacity and higher costs for pharmaceutical shipping.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 1, 2020

Do You Have Hidden Freight Costs? Freight shipping article, and permission to publish here, provided by Victor at excelsior.ph. For companies trying to make a sale of their goods and services overseas, saving money on shipping expenses is a big thing. First is to select the most suitable mode of transportation.

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20Cube Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Over the past decade, fuel costs have dramatically increased, which has increased the cost of ocean, air and road freight. In this article, 20Cube shares three factors that influence shipping costs, giving you a better understanding of the market so you can anticipate changes early and be prepared. Increased Fuel Prices. Service Areas.

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Bulk Connection

MAY 7, 2020

It’s why transporting liquid freight is so critical to today’s supply chains. The paint on the wall, the condiments in the fridge, the adhesive under the carpet…just about everything you can see began inside a liquid bulk tank trailer. But the process is drastically different than moving cartons in a dry van.

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