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10 Critical Components for Your Freight RFP Checklist

GlobalTranz

The past two years of volatility have many logistics leaders evolving from an annual Request for Proposal or freight (RFP) event to quarterly or more frequently to accommodate the changing supply chain landscape. 10 Freight RFP Components for Success. Company background. Introduce your company and your unique shipping needs.

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The Approach to Effective Freight Procurement

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

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. It serves as the compass guiding shippers toward efficient, economical, and dependable cargo transport.

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The State of Uncertainty in the Freight Market!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Freight market article and permission to publish here provided by Kevin Jessop at cerasis.com. The coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, continues to change basic supply chain functions. This is a stunning turn of events as it is the first cargo-only flight for American Airlines in 36 years, carrying medical supplies, mail for U.S.

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The State of the Trucking Market in 2021

GlobalTranz

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. Download the White Paper: Over the Road Freight Management Trends. Carrier Vetting for OTR Freight.

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How ISO 9001 Supports Logistics Sustainability Practices

Kanban Logistics

This shift is driven by increasing awareness of environmental impacts, customer demand for green products and services, and the potential for operational efficiencies and cost savings linked to more sustainable freight shipping. ISO 9001 requires organizations to continuously improve their operations. Continuous Improvement.

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What’s the Difference Between FTL, LTL, FCL, and LCL? (Infographic)

BR Williams Supply Chain Management

When it comes to shipping freight, there’s a lot of terminologies that get thrown around. Often you’re drowning in acronyms, and it can be hard to know what the best shipping method is for your cargo. There are two main methods of shipping freight : trucks and ships. In this case, the cargo is transported over the ocean.

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A ‘Beached Whale’ in the Suez Canal: Stuck Working Capital

NC State SCRC

By now many of you have heard about the “Ever Given”, which has been stuck in the Suez Canal since Tuesday, and is blocking all container ships trying to get through with their cargo. Well, what about air freight? Can’t we just pay more for premium freight. It may take weeks, by some estimates.