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Two Important Questions About the Future of Freight Moves

Talking Logistics

Freight tons moving on the nation’s transportation network will grow 40 percent in the next three decades while the value of the freight will almost double, increasing by 92 percent, according to the latest projections by the U.S. trillion in 2015). That is the “hundreds of billions of dollars” question.

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The Network Effect in Supply Chain and Logistics

Talking Logistics

In this short video from the conference featuring MIT Professor Yossi Sheffi, the company outlines the power and value of the network effect: [link]. Supply Chain Operating Network Model (as depicted in 2003). For related commentary, see the following posts and videos: The Rise of Supply Chain Operating Networks.

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Here Comes the Chief Network Effects Officer

Talking Logistics

Supply Chain Operating Network Model (as depicted in 2003). For related commentary, please read and watch the following Talking Logistics posts and video episodes: The Network Effect in Supply Chain and Logistics. Enabling Labor, Freight, and Cash-to-Cash Savings with Supply Chain Operating Networks.

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Life before load boards

DAT Solutions

When his company had overflow freight, he would drive down to Exit 5 on the Ohio Turnpike where there was a concentration of truck stops. Meanwhile, the Dial-A-Truck (DAT) service launched at Jubitz Truck Stop in Portland, Oregon, with a video monitor that displayed available loads. Load board reduces leg work.

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What Carriers Want: Lessons from a 5-Star Broker

DAT Solutions

If you’re a freight broker or 3PL without trucks, you know that your biggest asset is the carriers you use. Learn more: Introducing Company Reviews (Video). For the answer to that question, we turned to AFN, a large freight brokerage and 3PL in suburban Chicago. COMPANY REVIEWS. Write a Review, Get a Free Starbucks Card.