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Top 15 Logistics Blog Posts of 2014

GlobalTranz

We continue our top blog posts of 2014 from our main categories today by focusing on something at Cerasis we are experts in : Logistics. In fact, the logistics space is so broad, we couldn’t give you only the top 10 blog posts of 2014, but we had to include the top 15. Top 15 Logistics Blog Posts of 2014.

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Where have all the Truckers Gone? 10 Strategies for Shippers to Fight the Capacity and Trucker Shortage

GlobalTranz

will face shortages in trucking resources again , predominatly a trucker shortage, in the near future due to an array of developments that may cause shippers to find loads left on the ground, shipping costs rapidly escalating, and shrinking profit margins that stun stakeholders. The 2014 winter weather triggered a trucking capacity problem.

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13 Reasons Why You Need a Global Transportation Management System (TMS)

3rdwave

From optimizing freight movements and controlling freight costs, to supply chain SKU transparency and optimal inventory management, the value proposition for global transportation management is substantial and significant. It supports the ability to consolidate multi-vendor/PO shipments to optimize total shipping costs.

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9 Key Topics to Understand to Frame A Shipper’s Mind for Effective KPI Management with a 3PL

GlobalTranz

All KPIS have metrics to measure. The Transportation Management System (TMS) of the 3PL can gain rewards for both parties as well through freight optimization. Outputs and measures are put into a Service Level Agreement ( SLA ) with mutually agreed upon win-win, effective Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). 3PL/SLA Skills/Knowledge.

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Logistics Past, Present, and Future

MIT Supply Chain

While reliable service and low prices are still important, these metrics have become prerequisites for commercial success. We have a shipping community that is dialed into using technology and trying to make sure that they bid everything electronically.” “When I started customers cared about price and service,” said Wiehoff.

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13 Reasons Why You Need a Global Transportation Management System (TMS)

3rdwave

From optimizing freight movements and controlling freight costs, to supply chain SKU transparency and optimal inventory management, the value proposition for global transportation management is substantial and significant. It supports the ability to consolidate multi-vendor/PO shipments to optimize total shipping costs.

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Doing Business in Belgium

QAD

Belgium is bordered by France, Germany, Luxembourg and Netherlands, and has a robust shipping infrastructure including multiple ports, making it a perfect location for trade both within the EU and with other geographic regions. The seven registered air freight carriers in Belgium carried 1.4 billion metric tons of goods in 2015.

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