Enterra Insights

APRIL 18, 2024

” I started writing about the movement towards regionalization back in 2008. He writes, “It’s true that the era of ‘hyper-globalization’ from roughly 1992 to 2008, where trade grew markedly faster than global gross domestic product, is over. … Globalization has certainly not failed.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

MARCH 10, 2023

We would like to share some insights on the general economy and freight market specifically with you: our customers, employees, business partners and community. Kiplinger is predicting that “the economy is going to struggle with growth coming in at the weakest in many years outside the sharp downturns of 2020 and 2008-09.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2023

About Nicole Glenn Nicole Glenn founded Candor Expedite in 2017 after more than two decades in the transportation brokerage business, with a vision to build the smartest and most efficient freight business that delivers on its client’s promises. and in 2016 became head of Cherry Logistics Corporation.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

Since we live and breath freight, we constantly come across information that’s critical for our customers – logistic providers, shippers and carriers. And as freight innovators ourselves, we love seeing more innovation. Freight Rates News that rates for freight and logistics trends – October 2015.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 1, 2016

We will feature our 5 main categories all week: Logistics , Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Transportation , and Freight. 5 Most Popular Freight Blog Posts of 2016.So We display the most popular freight blog posts in the order of #5 to #1. 9 KPIs to Track for Proper Freight Management. We hope you enjoy!

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Freightos

DECEMBER 4, 2015

The broader climate issue.and freight’s role. The emissions from freighting Shawn’s TV is a miniscule percentage of this year’s 33 billion ton cube. The emissions from freighting Shawn’s TV is a miniscule percentage of this year’s 33 billion ton cube. kg of carbon emissions. This is a big deal.

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Freightos

APRIL 6, 2020

In 2019, digital freight isn’t a vision; it’s a reality. Land travel restrictions in Asia extended Chinese New Year, dropping ocean freight demand, which, just weeks later, spiked when the shutdown ended. Email responses are obsolete in just minutes and only digital solutions can keep essential freight moving.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 6, 2023

Doug Waggoner has served as Chief Executive Officer of Echo Global Logistics since December 2006 and was a Board member from 2008-2021. Prior to joining Echo, Waggoner founded SelecTrans, LLC, a freight management software provider based in Chicago, Illinois. Waggoner served as Chairman of the Board from 2015 until 2021.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 15, 2023

About Blythe Brumleve In 2008, Blythe Brumleve was working as a waitress and a blogger with a dream of owning her own company when she received an opportunity to work in the world of logistics. That’s why Digital Dispatch is on a mission to help every freight company build a better website that connects your digital sales dots.

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Freightos

JANUARY 28, 2016

10 Controversial Freight Predictions For 2016. Data savvy shippers are collaborating with other shippers to reduce spend, crunching big data to benchmark freight rates to make the right freight decisions. Freight Industry Is Finally Online. We Start Thinking Of Freight As Big Parcels. Ocean carriers are reeling.

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Freightos

JANUARY 28, 2016

10 Controversial Freight Predictions For 2016. Data savvy shippers are collaborating with other shippers to reduce spend, crunching big data to benchmark freight rates to make the right freight decisions. Freight Industry Is Finally Online. We Start Thinking Of Freight As Big Parcels. Ocean carriers are reeling.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 4, 2016

Why does Freight EDI still exist? Freight EDI is costly to set up and maintain, leads to more headcount, and frequently breaks. Now, going further, what is EDI in freight? IS Freight EDI Dead?”. Is Freight EDI Dead? However, if Freight EDI is dead…what are the alternatives? Alternatives to Freight EDI.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2012

<strong><em>If you think the price of fuel is the only element driving freight costs higher – </em><em>Think again! </em></strong> Introduction. Ground freight was then followed by 8.7% The best indicator of ground freight cost is the US Freight Rate Index, CPM (cost per mile).

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DELMIA Quintiq

MARCH 29, 2023

Going back 14 years ago, the logistics industry dramatically reduced capital expenditure in 2008 when the great recession hit. This meant a huge movement of goods from East Asia to Western Europe and America, creating an asymmetry in demand as well as freight rates. Similar behavior was seen across road transport and air cargo.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 18, 2023

In March 2023, the Global Supply Chain Pressure Index fell to the lowest level since November 2008. As consumer spending fell, the days of escalating ocean freight and extreme shipping variability eased this year. ” I feel like we are riding a gondola in the middle of an intense snowstorm. What is normalcy?

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

The current outlook for the rail freight industry is, at best, mixed. Where rail freight once was the price-competitive transport mode of choice, low fuel prices and increased availability of trucks in the spot market have resulted in low freight rates that are expected to remain low¹. However, there is one that isn’t ― pricing.

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Intelligent Audit

MAY 25, 2022

This is excellent news for everyone in freight accounting as companies struggle to increase profit margins that have narrowed amidst increasing fuel surcharges. . When the Russia-Ukraine war began, few understood the repercussions might bring flashbacks to the 2007–2008 global food crisis. Operation Fly Formula Is a Success.

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DAT Solutions

APRIL 3, 2017

During the first part of this year we’ve seen more shippers extend their payment terms than at any time since the financial crisis of 2008. What does that mean for freight brokers? Factoring - While there are dozens of factoring options for carriers, there are relatively few for freight brokers. The golden rule.

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Intelligent Audit

MARCH 18, 2020

Shipping, especially global shipping, is uniquely vulnerable to recessions and the effects of the downturn of 2008-2009 are still being felt today. Truck, Rail, Freight, Air: While the potential recession will likely be global, it will also have a significant impact on domestic shipping. By 2019, it was 12 million per day.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 6, 2021

To see these regulations through, the IMO is aiming to reduce total annual greenhouse emissions by 2050 by at least 50% compared to 2008 [4]. It is the IMO’s strictest environmental regulation to date and ushered shipping and terminal sectors in a new era to transform the way marine supply chains operate. Operational Considerations.

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CargoBarn

MAY 18, 2022

CargoBarn , a proven logistics innovator in freight brokerage, recently tripled its Atlanta footprint as the company sprints to 1,000 employees across multiple offices nationwide. Customers need worry-free freight solutions, especially right now,” said Cameron Baird, CargoBarn’s founder and chief executive officer. About CargoBarn.

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MIT Supply Chain

JANUARY 19, 2022

Even though companies have their hands full dealing with today’s uncertainties, they are well-advised to start thinking about how to prepare for a downturn that could compare to the 2008 financial crisis. Furthermore, the crisis laid bare the inadequacies of the US freight logistics systems, leading to widespread bottlenecks.

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TransAudit

AUGUST 29, 2023

LTL, or Less-Than-Truckload shipping, represents the transport of freight that doesn’t require an entire truck’s space. formerly known as YRC Freight, sent shockwaves throughout the transportation industry due to its dominant position. The 2008 financial crisis added fuel to the fire, putting severe pressure on Yellow’s financials.

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Supply Chain Network

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

Gregory (Greg) Lehmkuhl has been named President of Con-way Freight Inc., president and CEO, who has served as interim President of Con-way Freight since August 2010. These strengths will serve him well as he assumes the leadership reins at Con-way Freight.”. the parent company of Con-way Freight. “I Stotlar, Con-way Inc.

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Logility

APRIL 30, 2020

In the wake of the financial crisis of 2008–2010, CSR again became a focus for evaluating corporate behavior. With every participant in your global supply chain — retailers, brands, vendors, manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, agents, brokers, carriers and freight forwarders – on the same page, quality management is better executed.

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Intelligent Audit

MARCH 17, 2022

recorded in 2008 by the EIA. If weekly increases are jumping at the rate of the Gulf Coast region, it would only take two weeks to surpass the 2008 record. In the face of this and an overall carrier talent shortage , shippers must be creative with their freight network optimization to meet all of their customer’s needs.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 2, 2013

In short, importers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers have had almost five years to get their act together, so there’s really no good excuse for not being prepared at this point. Watch the short clip below where Kevin shares two data-related problems some companies still experience that could lead to ISF non-compliance.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The 2023 Strategy sets expectations on the development of future policy measures to strive for 30% GHG reductions by 2030, 80% GHG reductions by 2040, both relative to 2008 levels, and an overall level of ambition of reaching net-zero emissions as close to 2050 as possible.

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Freightos

JUNE 30, 2016

Six Freight “Facts” That Are Wrong. And the freight industry is no exception. This post looks at six freight “facts”, and what makes them more fiction than fact. When it comes to freight, it’s the personal touch that shippers are looking for in their third party logistics relationship, right? No, not any more.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 4, 2018

economy in 2017 and so far in 2018, manufacturers have been producing more goods than usual and requiring more freight to be shipped. According to recent findings , the GDP has grown by close to $5 trillion since the Great Recession in 2008. trillion at the start of 2008 — and this growth is expected to continue.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Compared to the 1,382 containers on average lost per year between 2008-2019 as reported by The World Shipping Council, that’s a big jump. Until your freight has been involved in a vessel accident, you may not be aware of the process or overall impact to your supply chain. While their freight was not damaged, it was delayed.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 20, 2018

From import space and export space tightening up and a hot drayage market causing capacity constraints to volatile air freight rates – international transportation has had its share of challenges the last 10-12 months. Soaring Air Freight Rates. This has driven quite the demand for air freight.

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Arkieva

AUGUST 8, 2016

Sustainable Freight Action Plan for California is estimated to Improve Freight Efficiency by 25% in 2030. The Sustainable Freight Action plan released by California governor Jerry Brown outlines a long-term 2050 vision and guiding principles for California’s future freight transportation system. Supply Chain News.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 28, 2023

Initially introduced by Nakamoto in 2008 in his publication on Bitcoin, blockchain technology refers to a decentralized peer-to-peer network that runs behind Bitcoin transactions. This application eliminates redundant paperwork and provides real-time freight tracking. Newsletter signup Enter your email address Please wait. Vermeire, P.

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QAD

AUGUST 8, 2019

Although its economy was strong and growing immediately after the country joined the EU in 1986, it entered a severe economic depression in mid-2008. Spain has 99 airports with paved runways, most of which can handle freight planes. billion mt-km of air freight in 2015. Spain is about five times the size of the U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Carriers, freight forwarders, and shippers that were dealing with the China to North America trade lanes were already operating in crisis mode. They are predicting Ocean is going to increase 2-3x from $10,000 to container to over $30,000 per container and that Air freight spot rates and lead times are going to increase 3-4 times.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Even as the industry is becoming more data driven than ever before and cutting-edge software is increasingly used to manage freight from start to finish, the development of your sales team is still important. How you develop your sales team has a big impact on your logistics business. People skills do matter. October 4, 2017 1pm EDT [link].

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