Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 23, 2025

One of the key challenges in green freight logistics is reducing emissions from fuel-intensive operationsparticularly in trucking and maritime shipping. Use Cases in AI-Driven Green Freight CMA CGM & Google Cloud: In 2024, global shipping firm CMA CGM partnered with Google Cloud to deploy AI across its global logistics network.

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E2open

JANUARY 31, 2025

(NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, has published the latest edition of its Ocean Shipping Index, a quarterly benchmark report that provides insight for decision-making around global ocean shipments. tariffs,” says Pawan Joshi, chief strategy officer (CSO) at e2open.

Supply Chain Network Software

Freight Waves

JULY 29, 2025

Allianz Commercial recently released its annual Safety and Shipping Review, discussing trends and risks impacting the global shipping sector. Almost €37mn of goods were stolen in December alone, the second highest monthly total of 2024 after the €40mn recorded in November, and these numbers are likely to be only the tip of the iceberg.

Risk Management

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The term shipper can sometimes cause confusion, as it is often understood by the layman to be the entity that physically ships the goods from origin to destination. Shippers Council meeting at LogiSYM Asia Pacific 2024 in Singapore.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

E2open

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

7, 2024 – E2open Parent Holdings, Inc. NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, has published the latest edition of its Ocean Shipping Index, a quarterly benchmark report that provides insight for decision-making around global ocean shipments.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 18, 2025

The Warehouse Management System market nearly grew by $1 billion in 2024, following a robust four-year climb since the pandemic. E-Commerce Expansion and Fulfillment Complexity The surge in online shopping has dramatically increased the demand for sophisticated warehouse operations with shorter shipping deadlines.

Demand Planning Software

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 19, 2024

If your business ships freight , you never want to hear the words "cargo" and "theft" in the same sentence. In fact, more than $150 million worth of shipments were stolen in the first quarter of 2024 alone. Hackers may engage in deceptive tactics such as phishing attacks and data breaches to gain access to shipping data.

Cargo

E2open

JULY 31, 2024

Latest report shows year-over-year increase of eight days for global average shipment time from initial booking to clearing gate at final port, five-day increase in actual transit time AUSTIN, Texas – July 31, 2024 – E2open Parent Holdings, Inc.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Freight Waves

JULY 9, 2025

above 2024 levels. from June 2024, reflecting the sustained impact of elevated tariffs and the rollback of the de minimis exemption. China trade talks and global shipping disruptions As of July 2025, the U.S.–China This rebound suggests that U.S. Volume gains at top U.S. Los Angeles experienced a 29.1% Overall, the top 10 U.S.

Los Angeles

Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

3] Chad Spitler, “ Sustainability is a Driver of Innovation, Not an Expense to Manage ,” ESG Today, 3 September 2024. [4] 4] Jim O’Donnell, “ Sustainability ranks low on list of supply chain priorities ,” TechTarget, 16 July 2024. [5] 6] Stephan Liozu, “ The Sustainability Ship Has Sailed.

Sustainability

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 11, 2025

For many brands, shipping updates, tracking information and delivery notifications typically come from the delivery company rather than the retailer, creating a disjointed, occasionally confusing experience that reduces brand visibility and upsell opportunities. What is White-Label Shipping? All of these encourage repeat business.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 26, 2025

Subscribe Shipping Containers! Infographic) Shipping containers have left a mark on the supply chain industry and beyond. Learn more about how shipping containers revolutionized the supply chain industry in this blog. Supply Chain Optimization Shipping containers played a pivotal role in optimizing supply chains.

Supply Chain Design Software

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2025

Three months into 2025, we have seen a barrage of on-again, off-again tariffs that have supply chain and logistics teams reeling, as they must rethink everything from next weeks shipping route to their foundational network models. It is not surprising that the TMS market will nearly double in size between 2024 and 2029, increasing from $11.75

Supply Chain Planning Software

Freight Waves

JUNE 13, 2025

The 2024-2025 Maritime Barometer Report released by the International Chamber of Shipping paints a stark picture: with over 70 national elections impacting half the world’s population in 2024, the repercussions for maritime operations are profound.

Survey

Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Supply Chain Matters highlights updated forecasts and support services related to the 2024 holiday fulfillment period. As Supply Chain Matters highlighted in January 2024 , the initial 2023 holiday sales number was reported as $964.4 percent growth in dollar sales would normally translate to increased shipping volumes, the rate of U.S.

Forecasting

Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliated Supply Chain Matters blog provides both perspectives and self-rating observations regarding our January 2024 published Research Advisory- 2024 Predictions for Industry Global Supply Chains. Global wide manufacturing activity levels as measured by the J.P.

Predictive Analytics Software

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 20, 2025

Nonetheless, a smooth and effective post-purchase experience is essential to the success of any e-commerce venture, and domestic shipping is a vital component of this procedure. Shipping affects a customer’s opinion of your brand and level of happiness from the minute they click “purchase” until they receive their goods.

Shipping

Freightera

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Canada Post’s Strike Is Impacting Businesses Across North America: Here’s What You Need to Know The nationwide strike by Canada Post workers, which began on November 15, 2024, has had a significant impact on the freight-shipping landscape of Canada. LTL shipping is a great workaround as long as you have enough volume to ship.

Canada

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The company opened 10 stores in 2024 and expects to exceed that number in 2025. When the box is filled, it goes to a pack station for shipping. Because the shoes are packed into the shipping box, no repackaging is necessary. AMRs seemed like the right solution Fleet Feet aims to have 400 stores in the next five or so years.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 29, 2025

In 2024, their supply chain planning solution was added to the platform. Cubing out is preferable; companies dont like to ship air. The company also sells supply chain planning and transportation management solutions. Manhattan has been on a journey to get all their products on their microservices cloud-native Active Platform.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 19, 2025

Navigating these charges can be challenging for businesses, but understanding them is critical for cost-efficient shipping. This guide will break down the various elements of freight tariffs, providing insights into how businesses can manage and predict shipping costs more effectively. What Are Freight and Cargo Tariffs?

Negotiating Skills

Freight Waves

JUNE 2, 2025

miles of its expanded ship channel. The four-phase improvement project deepened the ship channel from 47 to 54 feet and widened it from 400 feet to 530 feet to accommodate the growing demand for larger vessels. The ship channel project was approved in 2017 and began construction in 2019. It moves more than 2.4

Texas

Freight Waves

JULY 22, 2025

million TEUs, compared to the same period in 2024. Ship calls for June were down 11% year over year at 644 vessels. year-over-year increase from the same month in 2024. million tons of commodities through the Corpus Christi Ship Channel during the second quarter. Total cargo volumes at Port Houston are up 3% at 2.17

Houston

Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Shipping Containers! Infographic) In the vast expanse of global trade, shipping containers serve as the unsung heroes, silently ferrying goods across oceans and continents. Dry Containers In addition to refrigerated containers, dry containers are the most common type used in shipping. More than just a Box!

Shipping

Exiger Perspectives

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

In August 2024, China announced restrictions on antimony, a metal used in defense technology. From August 2024 to December 2024, antimony shipments from China to the United States dropped 97% while prices rose 200%. In December 2024, China banned the export of gallium, germanium, and antimony to the United States entirely.

China

Freight Waves

JULY 18, 2025

decline, from 193,158 TEUs in June 2024. dip from June 2024. A decline in June vessel calls further illustrates this trade shift, to 77 ship visits versus 87 in May and 86 in June 2024. Total volume dropped 10.1% compared to May’s figures, to 168,460 twenty foot equivalent units (TEUs). However, a 1.6%

Oakland

Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 10, 2025

Subscribe Plastic Pallets for Export and International Shipping! In recent years, the logistics industry has witnessed a significant shift towards the use of plastic shipping pallets, driven by their myriad benefits over traditional wood pallets. From an environmental perspective, plastic pallets offer notable advantages.

Shipping

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 30, 2025

The latest round was $10M on January 11, 2024. Unless changes occur, the Company will miss the market for the inflection point for building holistic modeling of ship through (the channel) modeling. Renames the Company Daybreak. Founded by Infosys executives, the company blew through a lot of cash with very little market penetration.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 21, 2025

The UNESCO staff explains, “On June 7, 2024, the United Nations proclaimed 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ). And while quantum computing may not have yet hit the mainstream in a way thats visible to many of us, 2024 saw the emergence of several important real-world use cases.

Supply Chain Design Software

EFT

MAY 14, 2025

External URL: [link] Channels: Technology Supply Chain Logistics CEO Focus Freight eCommerce/Retail CSCO Focus Hi-Tech Industrial Logistics 3PL Report Image: Region: Europe Tags: supply chain logistics shipping Manufacturing freight technology strategy sustainability ESG

Europe

Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Managing shipping expenses is crucial for the success of any online business. With the rise of e-commerce, especially in Brazil, consumers expect fast, affordable shipping, which often puts pressure on businesses to absorb the costs or pass them on to customers. Subscribe 6 Techniques to Reduce Last Mile Delivery Costs!

Expense Reduction

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 6, 2025

Your business is booming, orders are flying in, and you’re drowning in a sea of shipping labels and tracking numbers. Enter shipment management software—a lifesaver for businesses looking to streamline their shipping processes and maintain their sanity. Cost Savings : Find the best shipping rates and avoid costly mistakes.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 10, 2025

In May, the total number of job cuts in the US were 696,309 – an increase of 80% from the 385,859 jobs cut in the first five months of 2024. Commercial teams operate in a ship-to environment, but the supply chain teams operate in a transactional world based on a ship from model. This bearish attitude is well-founded. The reason?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 17, 2025

As my colleague Colin Masson pointed out – Colin is ARC Advisory Groups expert on industrial use cases for AI – at ARCs Industry Leadership Forum in 2024, end users were largely observers who were eager to learn about things like Gen AI, agents, and industrial use cases for using AI. We are descending the AI hype curve.

SAP

EFT

JUNE 18, 2025

Despite a major 19% year-on-year increase in the share of European supply chain professionals reporting current usage of AI, the share that think it is making their organisations more resilient actually fell between the 2024 and 2025 surveys, declining from 32% of the sample to 28%.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 29, 2025

From June 2024, construction rates have increased, but with current economic uncertainty, automation and warehouse construction investments have been hindered. He provided examples of agentic AI applications in supply chain tasks, such as shipping label agents and invoice management.

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Freight Waves

JULY 30, 2025

averaged 185 reported cargo thefts per month, a rate of six per day in 2024, up from 4 per day in 2023, according to supply chain security firm Overhaul. Stealing full truckloads remained criminals’ most popular tactic in 2024, comprising nearly two-thirds of total thefts in Canada and the U.S.

Nevada