GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Today, is day two of our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation Management , Freight. There were approximately 220 blog posts in 2017, and over 360,000 page views on those posts alone. Share This: Read More.

Supply Chain Software 151

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GlobalTranz

JULY 8, 2016

Today, we wrap up our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). Our last post covered the Top 5 Supply Chain blogs of 2016. Today's post will cover the top 5 Transportation Management blogs from 2016 so far. Get The Full List Here.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2015

We are coming down the homestretch with our "Most Popular Blog Posts of 2015.So We've already hit 3 of our 5 main categories by featuring the most popular blogs for the logistics blog posts, manufacturing blog posts, and supply chain blog posts. 5 Most Popular Freight Blog Posts of 2015.So

Freight 120

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 17, 2022

GlobalTranz works with manufacturing shippers every day to move their goods and streamline their logistics strategies. And moving materials and products was made difficult, especially at the start of the pandemic, due to closed borders, limited air freight, and driver shortages.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 247

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Amazon’s outsize growth combined with strategy shifts at FedEx and UPS have changed the balance. explained in a company blog post that packages originate in the retailer’s fulfillment centers and move to a sortation center, or directly to stores, where they are then delivered to a customer’s home using Walmart’s last-mile delivery network.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 231

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 6, 2015

We conclude our “Most Popular” Blog posts series, where we have been giving you the most viewed blog posts in 2014 from our main content categories. 2014 was surely a fun year of content on the Cerasis blog. 2014 was surely a fun year of content on the Cerasis blog. Now, why do we blog?

Freight 120

Freight Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software Negotiate Pricing 120

Resilinc

MARCH 30, 2021

This is Part 2 of our four-part blog series based on Resilinc’s Ultimate Guide to Supply Chain Resiliency. If your company has a mature and well-function SCRM program, then these blogs can help you validate what you’re already doing and provide ideas for fine-tuning your program. Reduction in Freight expediting. Event Related.

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Higher freight volumes. Stronger freight volumes are expected as pent-up demand from consumers, retailers, and manufacturers reaches an apex. Shrinking capacity from higher freight volumes results in higher rates throughout peak season and beyond. Fuel costs are rising, and the infrastructure bill has finally passed.

Shipping 232

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2021

Companies look to 4PLs to manage their freight operations and service providers through supply chain planning, day-to-day execution and strategic recommendations that reduce company freight costs, improve operational processes and give businesses a competitive advantage. Carrier relationships. Supply Chain Solutions.

3PL 285

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Ivalua Blog [ivory-search] Weathering Future Disruptions: 8 Steps to Building Supply Chain Resilience February 8, 2023 | | Manufacturing by Doug Keeley In the face of an unprecedented global crisis, Procurement stepped up to become a crucial driving force for business continuity. Create speed and transparency. Get the right talent in place.

Manufacturing Procurement 242

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 11, 2021

As market volatility, delivery expectations and customer experience levels impact supply chain strategy, shippers are looking for new ways to drive operational and competitive advantage from external expertise. Indicator 2: Freight Spend Seems to Be Spiraling Out of Control. This can be a confounding issue.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 294

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Capturing carrier data gives you more visibility into your freight spend and enables you to make data-driven decisions that positively impact your business. Download the White Paper: Over the Road Freight Management Trends. Identify and Apply Freight Consolidation Opportunities. Track Carrier Performance Data. a shipment?doesn’t

Optimal Sourcing 221

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

High freight volumes across all industries in the trucking market are expected to continue into 2022.? The added strain on resources is on track to force high freight volumes to continue well into the next year. Increasing fuel costs also play into the available capacity woes.? ? That’s an astonishing $933.30 According to the?

Prescriptive Analytics Software 308

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ToolsGroup

JANUARY 7, 2020

I think it’s time we started spreading the good news: when you harness demand and inventory planning to slash unnecessary expenses and improve service to customers, you also reduce waste and support sustainability. When you reduce uncertainty in your forecast, you can minimize inventory while guaranteeing service levels.

Inventory Reduction 194

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 17, 2018

These giants have deep pockets, capable of offering low-cost, if not free, parcel shipping. Rather than giving up, shippers need to consider what Amazon and the big box giants have done right and apply these concepts as part of a robust parcel shipping strategy. Purchase Insurance.

Material Savings 151

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NC State SCRC

APRIL 10, 2024

This report also aligns with my p revious blog that identifies the risks of Chinese ownership of global ports and terminals. As background, it is important to recognize the statements made by the People’s Republic of China relative to the global ocean freight channels.

China 59

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 12, 2018

Poor visibility in freight allocation is a leading reason shippers experience difficulty in managing freight, and this problem is evidence of a disconnect between the person managing freight and company stakeholders. Yesteryear, freight allocation was simpler. Download Here. New Series.

Freight 150

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 25, 2022

This blog is co-authored by Redwood Logistics and Blue Yonder. With tightening freight capacity, shippers need more carrier coverage to make an informed decision about the right price to be paid to transport freight. Shipping freight and the costs that come with it are often seen as fixed. Planning for disruption.

Freight 82

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QAD

AUGUST 16, 2022

Continued fallout, including transport congestion, limited air freight and rail freight transportation in the Asia-Europe lanes, because of the Russia/Ukraine conflict. In a recent article from Procurious , the authors suggest: “A modern spend management strategy requires visibility into your suppliers’ practices as much as your own.

Optimal Sourcing 94

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 22, 2020

To help shippers prepare, we will examine contributing factors that will play a significant role in the 2021 truckload freight market. Consumer Spending Shifts Will Continue To Impact The Truckload Freight Market. Tips for Controlling Truckload Freight Costs in 2021. Contract consistent freight volume.

Forecasting 156

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Global challenges, including port congestion, fuel costs, governmental policies and the ongoing pandemic will be among the factors affecting over-the-road hauling across North America as we look forward through this year and beyond. When freight capacity is this tight, carriers are selective about who they do business with.

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QAD

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

The benefits go beyond brand protection and reputation including: Improved operational efficiency with reduced waste and costs. Today, manufacturers view sustainability as a required corporate strategy for long-term business viability and success. So, how does your ERP support sustainability strategies today?

Waste Reduction 145

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

To deliver business transformation, the gap between company goals and digital supply chain strategy needs to close. When demand changes faster than a company’s ability to respond, you can end up with the wrong SKU mix and locations, frequent internal inventory transfers and expedites with high freight costs.

Supply Chain Planning Software 232

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Locus

MAY 4, 2023

In 2021, in the United States alone, the total transportation logistics costs came to around 1.2 This blog will familiarize readers with line haul transportation by introducing the critical components such as line haul trucking and carrier tracking, and also give a brief insight into line haul optimization and last-mile delivery optimization.

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QAD

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Create and Maintain a Strategy The person in charge of supplier relationship management must determine a strategy for each supplier so that the relationship remains efficient. Those in charge of SRM must establish a strategy that generates a beneficial relationship for both parties.

Price Reduction 98

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2017

With the added pressure to lower costs to end-users, your customers, it’s no surprise that the need for increased scrutiny and cost reductions among inbound logistics partners, your vendors, has gone rogue. Approximately 54 percent of companies actively run metrics on inbound freight, but these metrics may be lacking.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore how Amazon does it all. Amazon’s Mission Its unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction is at the heart of Amazon’s logistics strategy. Amazon’s Virtuous Circle One of the key elements of Amazon’s logistics strategy is what they refer to as the “virtuous circle.”

Logistics Network Optimization Software 79

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OptiProERP

APRIL 25, 2023

This blog post will outline the most critical logistics KPIs manufacturers and distributors should track. This metric can help you identify opportunities to increase production efficiency and reduce costs. Warehousing Costs The total cost of warehousing operations, including rent, utilities, and labor.

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Locus

MARCH 6, 2023

Companies need to optimize their supply chain to reduce costs and improve their bottom line. Tirtakencana Tatawarna (Avian Brands), who shared insights on the significance of supply chain, Tirtakencana’s optimization strategy, and how Locus assisted in the process. Wicaksono, Director of Supply Chain at PT.

Supply Chain Optimization 52

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Zipline Logistics

APRIL 4, 2023

Freight Market California’s AB5 AB5 has the potential to destabilize the trucking market in California, which can create a variety of issues for shippers moving freight in and out of the state. Large impacts on the freight market remain to be seen. CNN continues to provide real-time war coverage here.

Freight 76

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SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

In this blog, we will answer the question: what is Contract Logistics, and explore its definition, solutions, challenges, and opportunities, understanding why Contract Logistics is considered as the hub of logistics today and how it can help businesses thrive in an ever-evolving market.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 90

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Shipchain

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Determining the total cost of transportation is essential to understanding your company’s profitability. Understanding the total cost of transportation means understanding the costs and factors affecting spend in each leg of the supply chain. Blockchain Provides Unmatched Traceability in Freight and Logistics.

Cost Reduction Strategies 90

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 1, 2022

It’s true that returns cost retailers money. With returns, for every dollar in returned merchandise, it costs a retailer between 15 cents to 30 cents to handle it.” According to a report by Incisiv’s State of the Industry Report on Retail Returns, retailers can save up to $ 125 billion each year by focusing on reducing returns.

Retail 296

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 24, 2023

In a series of blog articles, the Product/Solutions Marketing team explores new business challenges and innovation solutions to change the game and manage disruptions. Can we use premium freight? They have been able to improve their forecast accuracy in the aftermarket side, reduce inventory, and reduce premium freight.

Automotive 69

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 13, 2022

Even before the pandemic, global supply chain were fragile thanks to factors such as the US-China trade war, less efficient shipping routes and a huge drive to cut costs by consolidating loads. Rising oil prices will also have a cascading impact on supply chains in areas such as higher line-haul trucking rates and other transportation costs.

Supply Chain Planning Software 111

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4WL Consulting

MAY 5, 2015

Sometimes I think I’m Going Crazy Shipping freight is critical to your business and you should not be surprised that freight and logistics costs could be one of the largest expenses for your business, as they are for most companies. Now you just need to decide if it makes sense for you to implement the ideas suggested to you.

Cost Reduction Strategies 100

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Supply Chain Collaborator

APRIL 21, 2020

Editors here at the Digital Supply Chain Collaborator blog noted a striking contrast when reviewing this issue. The other discussed advanced TMS strategies engaged by food shippers with evolved logistics IT platforms already in use. TMS simplifies freight settlement and enables exception-only management of invoicing and accessorials.

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