Talking Logistics

JUNE 14, 2018

In this post, the project44 team highlights the importance of network connectivity, real-time information, and business intelligence and analytics in maximizing the value delivered by transportation management systems (TMS). Users rely on the information they get from their TMS to make informed supply chain decisions.

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Locus

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The Current TMS Conundrum: Addressing the prevailing TMS debate, many in our industry rely on TMS solutions as their primary tool for efficient carrier management. Most critically, the lack of automated carrier selection and fleet management capabilities poses significant challenges to supply chain operations.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 26, 2022

I suspect robotic process automation (RPA) is not a frequently discussed watercooler topic — and, when it is, the discussion probably involves back office, white collar, swivel chair work. Which is why robotic process automation can play an important supply chain role. 1] Good question. What is RPA?

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

These findings reflect a growing consensus in the value of managed services and increasing trucking efficiency. The long and unpredictable peak shipping season continues to challenge supply chains. To help shippers navigate peak season, we're covering what's happening in the market and tips to stay successful through disruption.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 4, 2021

Any discussion on supply chain risk management and applying managed transportation to help prevent risks from coming to fruition is incomplete without touching on the pandemic to overcome supply chain disruption. A rapid change in demand for PPE also led to significant supply disruptions. Limited Granularity of Data Leads to a Lack of Actionability.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

According to McKinsey and Company , parcel shipment are valued at more than $83 billion, and the growing e-commerce market will double in value in roughly 10 years in mature markets. Last mile logistics is among the most misunderstood parts of transportation networks. As explained by John D. Last Mile Comes With Unique Challenges.

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Parade

MARCH 28, 2022

Turvo’s Collaboration Cloud and modern TMS applications help streamline people, processes, and data for global supply chains. Collaboration and visibility in a UI/UX that makes sense to the end-user. We’re back and shining our spotlight on one of Parade’s supply chain solution partners, Turvo. What Does Turvo Do?

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Freight classes were determined by the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) in 1935, as noted by Jack Ampuja via Medium , and with the passage of the Motor Carrier Act, freight rates were determined based on freight characteristics, including: Value of the product and susceptibility to damage. Handling characteristics.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Why don’t you have a TMS (Transportation Management System) Solution yet? To stay competitive and relevant in the world of e-commerce, supply chain leaders need to understand the value of a few core Supply Chain systems that promote retail fulfillment and provide strategies for success for those within the e-commerce supply chain.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

APRIL 2, 2019

As recently as ten years ago, transportation leaders viewed cloud-based logistics automation technology with great skepticism; even outright ambivalence. Today, there is no longer any question about the viability and value of adopting TMS. Explain the Value of Having One Unified Version of the Truth.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2014

Is Google TMS a serious possibility? Then join us over the fold as we imagine what a Google TMS (transportation management system) would look like. Consider that Google already delivers numerous applications and services that it could easily repurpose as the primary building blocks of a TMS.

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MercuryGate

JANUARY 28, 2020

The post The Value of Automation in TMS appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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3rdwave

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

In today’s turbulent trading environment, strong global transportation management capabilities deliver exceptional benefits and value. Global TMS – a key element in managing global supply chain complexity. 10 global TMS functions that will make your life easier. A very recent survey of U.S.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

AUGUST 14, 2019

Unsurprisingly, these suggestions aligned perfectly with the technology solutions already in production from top TMS software solutions. Read on for the details on NASSTRAC’s five recommendations and how top TMS delivers success for those shippers who’ve embraced it. . Step 1 – Establish coherent, data-driven plans.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

In our recent GlobalTranz 2022 Logistics and Supply Chain Trends and Outlook white paper, our experts review some of the factors that will shape logistics in the coming year and beyond. It covers macro trends in the LTL, Truckload and Managed Transportation Service sectors and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tightened Capacity.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

JANUARY 8, 2020

What’s Happening in the Food & Beverage Supply Chain | Up first, UltraShipTMS will field a team of TMS solution experts to attend the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) New York/New Jersey Roundtable event in Manhattan next Thursday, January 16 th at 5:30PM.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

MARCH 22, 2019

Supply chain digitization is a killer use case for blockchain and it is coming to supply chain management. <> It is common for a shipper to have an ERP from one provider, TMS from another, fleet management tools from a third, yard management, settlement/financial tools, telematics and numerous other tech tools from others. <>

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2017

As explained in this blog post , the guide details how to proceed with all possible scenarios for inbound shipments to reduce their associated costs. Stakeholders Fail to See Value in Effective Inbound Logistics Management. Modern shippers must oversee thousands of individual processes and activities. The first roadblock is simple.

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Locus

JULY 24, 2023

Supply chain management involves the transportation of freight between locations, and load matching is a small but critical aspect that drives supply chain efficiency. Load matching can be understood as the pairing of freight with the most suitable transportation carriers. Some of the factors that load matching depends on include: 1.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

In today’s blog post we continue our look at the logistics technology trends that will shape 2018. In our first post on this subject, we addressed the 5 automated logistics technologies that will serve as the foundation of the transformation to the digital logistics & supply chain landscape. download ebook. download ebook.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

These networks draw on tools with seamless, real-time communication between manufacturing, logistics providers, suppliers and applications for enterprise resource planning (ERP), warehouse management (WMS), transportation management (TMS) and order management (OMS). Such a transformation will take time, effort, and, of course, money.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 20, 2020

Real-Time Analytics Will Help to Better Answer, What Is Reverse Logistics’ Value. More Automated Returns Processes Will Reduce Strain on Resources. Automated returns processes reduce redundant process inefficiencies. Automation can be applied to virtually any task, not just physical, laborious activities.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

MAY 18, 2018

Here are five reasons why you’d be better off engaging a new TMS instead of new workers. Automation Accomplishes Much More with Less. Using a robust fleet management tool as part of your TMS improves the efficient utilization of driver hours through improved scheduling, shipment planning, backhaul management and more.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

MAY 18, 2018

Here are five reasons why you’d be better off engaging a new TMS instead of new workers. Automation Accomplishes Much More with Less. Using a robust fleet management tool as part of your TMS improves the efficient utilization of driver hours through improved scheduling, shipment planning, backhaul management and more.

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MercuryGate

MAY 29, 2020

Automation in a transportation management system (TMS), among other innovations in the supply chain, has improved performance and resulted in higher returns on investment. The post What Is the Value of Customer Experience in Freight? These innovations focus on improving customer experience in freight and have a real impact.

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C3 Solutions

JULY 24, 2020

If you've been reading our retail series, you may have already seen our papers on Automation, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, and more. Being able to plan the arrival and departure of key inventory can make the difference in the success of an automation project – and our systems integrate seamlessly with operating software.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 1, 2022

The extreme volatility of the last two years, which continues today, has starkly demonstrated the need for supply chain and logistics professionals to monitor real-time conditions across the extended end-to-end value chain, recognize and broadly communicate any changes, and respond immediately in a synchronized, orchestrated manner.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

JUNE 22, 2017

How well does your TMS drive process improvement and efficiency in transportation logistics? Any decent TMS solution helps shippers standardize workflows and automate things like rating, routing, tendering and carrier management functions. And what benefits are they losing out on?

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3rdwave

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

In today’s turbulent trading environment, strong global transportation management capabilities deliver exceptional benefits and value. Global TMS – a key element in managing global supply chain complexity. 10 global TMS functions that will make your life easier. A very recent survey of U.S.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

The Value in Orchestrating a Scheduled Transportation Plan”. In a feature that could have just as easily been published in the Supply Chain Collaborator blog, FSA mag highlights the value of what they refer to as “Scheduled Transportation Planning”. It also permits automation of dock door scheduling. Dry van rates are 4.4%

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 13, 2022

This week, supply chain management spend management technology provider Coupa Software entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by private equity firm Thoma Bravo in an all-cash transaction valued at upwards of $8 billion. Updates included in this edition include: Coupa Software Entering Definitive Agreement to be Acquired.

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Freightos

APRIL 16, 2017

He writes content for many of the world’s largest logistics companies, as well as on his own blog site. This includes everything from advancements in how technology is used by shippers and logistics services providers (LSPs), to the adoption of automation in the warehouse and new options for final mile delivery. Contributed Article.

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TMC

OCTOBER 20, 2016

TMS-Enabled Omnichannel Supply Chains Gearing Up for the Peak Season Challenge.Connect. Transportation management system (TMS) technology is playing a key role. Transportation management system (TMS) technology is playing a key role. TMS solutions helps shippers meet demands like these in four important ways. since 2009.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2017

This two-part blog series will take you thru the RFP questions along with the answers you'd expect to see from the 3PL. Who doesn't love a good contract? Of course.everyone.right? Well, not entirely. The Client Details. Our client is a leading player in the US FMCG/CPG market and is a Fortune 500 company.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

So do projects that automate repetitive, structured tasks, like light or voice-directed picking, carousel storage, robotics, etc. An excellent Warehouse Management System (WMS) can help reduce costs by automating cycle counting, and maintaining location control. Listen to your people. They have great ideas. Be proactive with safety.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

OCTOBER 27, 2016

There are enough critical considerations to weigh when choosing between providers with a historical background in supply chain automation. There are enough critical considerations to weigh when choosing between providers with a historical background in supply chain automation. Probably not. At first blush, it seems to make sense.

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Shipchain

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

ShipChain’s software can be fully integrated with most of the transportation management software (TMS) systems in the market, and can seamlessly track freight across any mode of transportation.

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