Cathy Roberson

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

It’s been a couple of weeks since the last article and I apologize for that - other than the usual busy and occassional mental blocks, I have no other excuses. ” Indeed, not only is dynamic pricing ready for takeoff in the LTL market but also in the last-mile. The same is true for UPS.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

transportation networks alone, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, shippers are reevaluating their shipping strategies in dealing with large-scale shipping to take better advantage of a thriving global logistics marketplace. What is their safety record? With over $19 Trillion in goods moving through U.S.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 31, 2015

If you are a regular reader (or heck even if you are not) what you will see from our blog is a focus on education. 50 Most Read Articles of All Time From the Cerasis Blog. We will feature the 50 most read articles of all time from the Cerasis blog by covering the 50th most read counting down to the most read blog of all time.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 19, 2020

Freight Consolidation article and permission to publish here provided by Adam Robinson at sonar.freightwaves.com. In turn, companies are asking more questions about how to meet rising demand, including, “what is freight consolidation?”. What is Freight Consolidation? LTL shipments build into truckload (TL) shipments.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

If you are a product manufacturer, you know all too well the perils of shipping products from your factory or warehouse to a DC or retailer. Packaging and product damage during shipping is extremely common. In this article, we have highlighted the most common, but often overlooked elements to consider. Trucking Logistics.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 4, 2021

When to Call for LTL Trucking! Transporting cars article and permission to publish here provided by Saaed Darwish. How do these services work and what should you expect? What are auto transport companies? Some of these transporters also will ship your vehicle overseas to international destinations. Subscribe Here!

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

So instead of giving a speech on this, I am repurposing this content into an article. So, what are the mega trends? Personalization is the act of tailoring a product or service based upon what customers desire. Booming Ecommerce is a Megatrend; AMR last mile delivery is one potential solution. The Growth of Ecommerce.

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ShipBob

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

At a time when cross-border commerce and shipping are booming, using multiple means of transport can complicate your operations and require the implementation of sophisticated shipping processes. That’s why many businesses outsource shipping to third-party logistics ( 3PL ) providers like ShipBob. What is transloading?

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 6, 2013

The article listed 11 different types of transportation services and I decided to write an overview of those 11 transportation service offerings described in the article. Package delivery or parcel delivery is the shipping of packages (parcels) or high value mail as single shipments. Transportation Service Offering 3 – Ocean.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 1, 2016

With many folks taking off early for the holiday weekend, I’ll just go straight to this week’s supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention: Exporters Wary as Shipping Safety Rule [SOLAS] Kicks In (WSJ – sub. With Amazon in mind, Wal-Mart to offer free shipping for 30 days (Reuters). Infor Acquires Predictix.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 2, 2020

.” However, when I ask him what he sees as the basics, he responds, “Isn’t it clear? ” When I ask him, what this means to him, I get a series of frustrated looks and stammered half sentences. What A Customer-Centric Supply Chain Is Not. We need to improve the ability to serve the customer.”

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4WL Consulting

APRIL 14, 2016

In this article we’ll provide you with specific steps you can take when negotiating with 3PLs to ensure you are getting the best possible rates and service. It starts by making sure the 3PLs you are talking to have a very clear picture of your business and shipping needs. You can read that post here.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

That’s exactly what Freightos has been doing. But for some, like LTL drivers and Singapore , it’s not so bad. As we noted last month, most articles are rightly focusing on the negative. We liked Kevin O’Marah’s (SCM World) take on underlying trends in this Forbes article. Or is there?

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Freightera

JULY 7, 2023

In the dynamic industry of shipping and logistics, success can only be achieved by staying ahead of the curve. The present freight shipping industry demands technical support that can assist with every aspect of freight management. These insights can help your business thrive by enhancing your existing shipping process.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Article and permission to publish here provided by Jake Rheude at redstagfulfillment.com. What is Drayage? This short-haul trucking transfers goods from container ships to rail yards, warehouses, or storage lots. The drayage truck will usually pick up a load at a rail hub and deliver it to a pier or dock for loading onto a ship.

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Freight Plus

JULY 24, 2020

What are we putting out there? . In these videos we see Jill in front of a whiteboard essentially deep diving into all things shipping and logistics. We have wrapped up a whole series on LTL, accessorials and much more. Jill Clifford, the president of Aborn and Co. runs a whiteboard series for Aborn & Co.

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Freight Plus

JULY 24, 2020

What are we putting out there? . In these videos we see Jill in front of a whiteboard essentially deep diving into all things shipping and logistics. We have wrapped up a whole series on LTL, accessorials and much more. Jill Clifford, the president of Aborn and Co. runs a whiteboard series for Aborn & Co.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

For a forwarder, refraining from working with Maersk today is expensive because it removes 17% of global shipping capacity. But what does this mean for shippers? Of course, working with tech players that ship or ocean liners owning more of the shipper value chain – introduce opportunities but also some major disadvantages.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

ARTICLE SUMMARY. Minimise LTL shipments. This article takes an in-depth look at each of these points and offers advice on how to meet the significant challenge of reducing freight costs. If you are using air freight, ask yourself whether it is necessary to cover the entire shipping distance by air. Reduce your dunnage.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 19, 2020

When to Call for LTL Trucking! Minimum load for trucking article and permission to publish here provided by Saaed Darwish. Still, it was the ability to ship goods throughout the land that really ushered in modernity in ways that we never thought were possible before. GET our EBOOK HERE. The Correct way to View a “Minimum Load”.

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Zipline Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2019

However, as the retail industry evolves and changes to meet the demands for the modern consumer, that is exactly what retailers look for from their suppliers. What Does that Mean for Your Retail Shipping Efforts? What Does that Mean for Your Retail Shipping Efforts? There are many moving parts in retail shipping.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 7, 2013

We’re quickly approaching the midpoint of the year, which means it’s time to start planning for 2014 — at least that’s what I heard at my sister’s surprise birthday party last weekend, where some of her co-workers in finance were talking about getting started with 2014 budgets. Welcome to June. Cass Freight Index Report for May 2013.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 4, 2019

Article and permission to publish here provided by FreightPOP.com. Our technology business, Horizon Technology, was being hindered by our shipping processes. We couldn’t make existing shipping software work for our business, at least at a cost we could afford. So what makes our solution different?

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2017

UPS Forecasts Another Record-Breaking Holiday Shipping Season. Here are some more details from the article: The approximately 2-foot (0.61-meter) Here are some more details from the article: The approximately 2-foot (0.61-meter) Latest Use for a Bitcoin Technology: Tracing Turkeys From Farm to Table (WSJ sub. UPS announces U.S.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Shipping Zones article originally published by, and permission to publish here provide by Jake Rheude at redstagfulfillment.com. Carriers such as FedEx, UPS, and USPS use shipping zones to determine the shipping cost of a package. ECommerce businesses need to pay attention to shipping zones. Subscribe Here!

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 25, 2016

project44 Introduces Transit Time API to their Portfolio of LTL Products. One of my predictions for 2016 was that cross-border e-commerce would become the next frontier for shipping and logistics growth. Dematic Acquires NDC Automation. FusionOps Introduces Prescriptive Analytics For Supply Chain. ATA Truck Tonnage Index Jumps 7.2%

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Zipline Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Vendors should be aware of these changes and how they could reshape their shipping operations. A simple NMFC class change could spell issues for your LTL transportation operation if not adequately prepared for. Let’s look at what will shift. Paper Articles Group. NMFC Updates for December 2020. NMFC 61700 . NMFC 63360.

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Zipline Logistics

DECEMBER 22, 2020

According to an article recently published by JOC , longer than expected transit times are hampering logistics performance for a majority of organizations. According to an article recently published by JOC , longer than expected transit times are hampering logistics performance for a majority of organizations. Efficiency improvements.

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o9 Solutions

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

This article has also been published on Business Wire The partnership combines o9’s industry-leading integrated business planning platform with FourKites’ Visibility Cloud to provide end-to-end visibility to freight tracking. This enables them to do more work with less labor.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2014

Like yesterday, however, I encourage you to view all the posts in the category to see some great articles on best practices and trends that will help you learn more and more efficient in your job as a transportation or logistics professional. Let’s take a look at these trucking industry trends and what kind of facts they provide.

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EC Sourcing Group

DECEMBER 1, 2021

This article is about creating value in transportation sourcing. Determine your spend amount, spend pattern and carriers you use; is it seasonal, uniformly spread over the year; which lanes – origin and destination, truck capacity, type of equipment required – flatbed, vans, less than truckload (LTL), containers, or special equipment.

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EC Sourcing Group

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

This article is about creating value in transportation sourcing. Determine your spend amount, spend pattern and carriers you use; is it seasonal, uniformly spread over the year; which lanes – origin and destination, truck capacity, type of equipment required – flatbed, vans, less than truckload (LTL), containers, or special equipment.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 3, 2021

What is a 3PL? Benefits of using a 3PL article and permission to publish here provided by Janelica Jenkins. What’s behind the surge in popularity for 3PLs , and why does it make sense for many businesses to use them? Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Ultimate Guide Including Definitions of 1PL, 2PL, and 4PL!

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Talking Logistics

JULY 13, 2018

In a related article from the Wall Street Journal , Erica E. Simply put, while it’s impossible to predict what will happen with oil and diesel prices in the future, the current trend is certainly not favorable to freight spend budgets. My voice is a little sore this morning. It could be from all the cheering last night.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 27, 2012

The website is easy to navigate and contains articles, webcasts, white papers, the latest news, buyer’s guides and blog posts from their super knowledgeable team. This is my go to website when I want to know what the big boys are up to. George’s website explains shipping basics and is the ideal resource for shippers.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 28, 2015

Gone are the days of having half a shopping cart only to have the user get to the shipping options and be told to call the company to “Arrange shipping.” Editor’s Note: Omni- and multi- channel is transforming transportation’s supply chain and logistics processes.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Easyship, a Stripe for global e-commerce shipping, raises $4M (TechCrunch). The New NAFTA: What’s Changed? Automated mode determination for Parcel/LTL shipments allows shippers to select the “best” option between LTL and Parcel, considering cost or service, or a combination of the two. Canada, and Mexico.

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