GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 27, 2021

As the logistics market continues to create supply chain disruption, shippers are looking for consultative support and solutions to help maintain a competitive advantage. current LTL transportation ?rates Shippers face a constant uphill battle to create fulfill customer delivery expectations in a volatile and ever-changing market.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

For shippers, the pattern will emerge to drive higher LTL fuel surcharges, as well as a host of other accessorial charges that relate to the impact of added fuel costs. Unfortunately, the polarizing effect of politics is extending to LTL fuel surcharges as companies prepare for a possible change in control of Congress.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 8, 2019

For 2019, the trends in LTL will focus primarily on demand, rates, carrier and trucker expectations, the needs of shippers and more. E-Commerce Demand Will Drive Trends in LTL for 2019 E-commerce growth is a double-edged sword in modern freight transportation. The Evolution of LTL Shipping Practices. Let’s get started.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Shippers cannot hope to fulfill every possible demand at all times, but they can help ensure positive experiences. This will require an LTL and e-commerce focused shipping strategy. In other words, shippers will need to combine their approaches to handling e-commerce and LTL. Expand LTL transportation networks.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 6, 2023

Headquartered in Chicago with more than 30 offices around the country, Echo offers freight brokerage and Managed Transportation solutions for all major modes, including truckload, partial truckload, LTL, intermodal, and expedited. In the podcast interview Joe and Doug discussed the year ahead.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

This creates a wonderful opportunity for shippers to eliminate the middleman costs by considering the use of less-than-truckload freight options for e-commerce. Looking for E-Commerce Solutions for LTL, Parcel, & FT for Your Shopping Cart? Why Are Shippers Looking to Less-Than-Truckload Freight in E-Commerce? LEARN MORE.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2014

LTL rate increases are here and I believe they are here to stay for the foreseeable future. Of course, no shipper or 3PL wants to pay more, but we all need good healthy carriers. Supply Chain Digest: Large US LTL Carriers See Profits Jump in Q2. Soooo, now that the LTL rate increases are here, how do we lessen their impact?

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Shippers need to understand these challenges, the characteristics of an e-commerce shipping strategy and a few best practices to overcome such issues. As a result, shippers should determine the actual business needs and how the benefits of a given system will increase brand value and reduce logistics costs. Download White Paper.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Developing a robust e-commerce shipping strategy must still rely on the traditional use of shipping practices, ranging from intermodal shipping to LTL and beyond. For shippers, this may require the integration of platforms and continued shipments of products to brick-and-mortar locations.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

E-commerce is expanding to reach $1 trillion by 2025, and demand for more products and services among the world’s shippers is keeping third-party logistics providers, like Cerasis, on their toes. As a result, shippers must understand the transportation management challenges in e-commerce. LEARN MORE. Get E-Commerce solutions.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

CMA CGM, the third largest ocean carrier, is increasingly oriented towards shippers, with the vertical acquisition of CEVA in 2019. However, more shipper engagement could, eventually, make the cost of collaborating with Maersk much higher than the cost of not collaborating. But what does this mean for shippers? Enter Big Tech.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Scooter Sayers and Joe Lynch discuss horseshoes and LTL. Scooter is the President at Sayers Logistics , a boutique LTL-based transportation consultancy that helps 3PLs, shippers, and technology providers to develop best practices, reduce costs, optimize solutions, seize opportunities, and penetrate new markets.

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Ware2Go

MAY 17, 2022

Learn the difference between LTL vs FTL, how to find the best rates, and what services to expect from a freight provider. W hat Is LTL Freight? LTL Freight vs. FTL Freight. Learn the difference between LTL vs FTL, how to find the best rates, and what services to expect from a freight provider. What is LTL Freight?

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4WL Consulting

MARCH 31, 2016

Do you understand LTL “Blanket” pricing and how it’s used by 3PL’s? If you contract with a 3PL to manage your LTL freight, or are just considering the idea, it’s an important term to understand. As a shipper, this knowledge can be the key to receiving better pricing and service – but more on these benefits later. So what to do?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 5, 2014

Shippers are often challenged when dealing with the freight classification system from the National Motor Freight Classifications (NMFC) book, the code numbers assigned to all products that determine the correct freight class for shipments. LTL shipping, much like any industry with so many moving parts, can be a bit tricky from time to time.

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Freight Center

JANUARY 14, 2020

When it comes to LTL freight shipping, there are many factors that can change your estimated freight transit time. Nobody likes booking a shipment and the estimated LTL freight transit time they were given ultimately turns out to be off by a day or two. What an Online Estimated Transit Time Quote Means. Multiple Trucks.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 25, 2021

Less than truckload (LTL) freight refers to the transportation of products or goods that do not require a full truckload. LTL shipments are usually arranged on pallets and range anywhere from 150 pounds to 10,000 pounds. LTL carriers specialize in optimizing their loads to move more goods for more shippers in an efficient manner.

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Intelligent Audit

MARCH 10, 2022

Even as the world at large continues to recover from the unprecedented effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for reliable insights and financial guidance has never been more vital for shippers. BOL papers are legal documents issued by a carrier to a shipper and outline vital details about a specific load. Bill of Lading.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 4, 2019

For companies that handle their shipping in the current climate of same-day shipping, having a robust transportation management system (TMS) – one that was built by shippers, for shippers – is invaluable. We have eliminated the need for shippers to log into separate carrier websites to obtain quotes and find the best deal.

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Cathy Roberson

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Cloud providers are working with partners and connecting platforms to create supply chain ecosystems in which carriers, logistics providers, and shippers collaborate. Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. “Oracle knows retail processes, and Uber knows delivery. .

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 25, 2013

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Shippers. Highly effective shippers are successful because they have developed the right attitude and habits regarding shipping. Below is a list of the 7 habits of highly effective shippers: 1. Highly effective shippers see a well-run shipping function as a competitive advantage.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 1, 2015

I often hear from novice shippers: “How can I find a great freight forwarder?”. Before seeking out a great freight forwarder, it would make sense for a shipper to understand what a freight forwarder does. Before seeking out a great freight forwarder, it would make sense for a shipper to understand what a freight forwarder does.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 1, 2015

I often hear from novice shippers: “How can I find a great freight forwarder?”. Before seeking out a great freight forwarder, it would make sense for a shipper to understand what a freight forwarder does. Before seeking out a great freight forwarder, it would make sense for a shipper to understand what a freight forwarder does.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 1, 2015

I often hear from novice shippers: “How can I find a great freight forwarder?”. Before seeking out a great freight forwarder, it would make sense for a shipper to understand what a freight forwarder does. Before seeking out a great freight forwarder, it would make sense for a shipper to understand what a freight forwarder does.

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Intelligent Audit

DECEMBER 13, 2022

With peak season 2022 finally finished, shippers are beginning to look back at a challenging year. Declining volumes forced difficult decisions, and persistent capacity issues left shippers unable to meet high customer expectations. FedEx Freight, the largest LTL carrier currently operating in the U.S.,

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

With an optimized carrier pool, shippers can more easily find a suitable carrier for every load. Basic data that can be gained from RFP tracking and monitoring include the following: Key industries and markets of interest Customer location or region Dates of quotes, shipments, payments, etc.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 22, 2015

Robinson (a Talking Logistics sponsor) picked up the pace for the field by introducing Freightview®, “a neutral, cloud-based transportation management system (TMS) software platform which cuts the time and money small and midsized businesses (SMBs) spend on freight shipping by streamlining quoting, booking, tracking, and reporting.”

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GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2015

Freight rating software is a necessity for shippers and 3PLs. When shopping for a Freight Rating Software System with TMS, look for key points that will add value and provide additional benefits for shippers. Shippers and 3PLs can select the best rates from a range of carriers to meet their needs. Go with TMS Integration.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

This post is the second part of four in our "Best in Class Shipper" series. Yesterday we covered an overview of the 10 areas that shippers must address and understand in order to achieve "Best in Class" shipper status. 3 Areas of Shipping Freight that Go Beyond Tactics & Require More from Shippers to Achieve Success.

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Freight Plus

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

We’ll be talking about ways in which Incoterms can empower your supply chain, the components of an LTL freight quote, and the advantages of clean data. How to audit an LTL freight bill. Time stamps. Time stamps. each link leads to the transcribed answer). The industry news. How can incoterms empower your supply chain.

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Freightera

AUGUST 11, 2023

The third largest US trucking company Yellow (YRC Freight) and Surge Transportation freight brokerage are closing operations: Here’s what it means for shippers and transporters with the commentary from Freightera CEO, Eric Beckwitt Recent developments have sent ripples through the entire freight industry.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Rising costs of LTL transportation networks is nothing new. LTL rates have increased steadily since 2016, and e-commerce is driving new distribution models, reports William B. LCL is basically the same as LTL via ocean routes. What’s Driving Demand on LTL Transportation Networks? Cassidy of JOC.com. Download White Paper.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 20, 2022

Jon is the Director of Pricing Strategy & Analytics at Loadsmart , a freight technology company that is removing the barriers between shippers and carriers so freight can move in the most efficient, transparent and automated way. Loadsmart also has the ability to quote multiple modes (LTL, Truckload, rail, etc.).

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 18, 2018

As explained by Todd Dills of Overdrive , the use of LTL shipping apps is experiencing a boom. Convoy has managed to secure an additional $185 million to develop its freight brokerage app further and once released, and it will accelerate the use of LTL shipping apps around the globe. Poor data quality. Data that is outdated.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 13, 2017

Mr. Anderson might be right or his comments might join the ranks of infamous quotes from other leaders who were quick to dismiss emerging competitors, like Microsoft’s former CEO Steve Ballmer’s comment about the iPhone: “500 dollars? He also added that such technology is not “realistic” right now. Fully subsidized?

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 6, 2015

We figure, if we give value to these categories, it’s an extension of our core values of continous improvement of not only our own company, but improvement for our shipper customers. We help manage transportation for our shipper customers, and freight is the materials they need to make products that they then ship to their customers.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

AUGUST 25, 2020

And as an industry first, customers can get real-time rates for multi-modal solutions across both Truckload (TL) and Less Than Truckload (LTL) within their system. For the beverage company, for example, that has meant an hour of time saved for every shipment.

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