GlobalTranz

JULY 28, 2021

Additional opportunities can be reached through transportation optimization whether using a 3PL or 4PL. A 3PL is a common orchestrated relationship, in which the provider is part of the day-to-day operations with frequent communications.”. Defining Transportation Optimization.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

High freight volumes across all industries in the trucking market are expected to continue into 2022.? The added strain on resources is on track to force high freight volumes to continue well into the next year. Download the White Paper: Over the Road Freight Management Trends. Carrier Vetting for OTR Freight.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 2, 2016

Today, shippers face increased regulations, unstable market conditions and capacity concerns that make it near impossible for a newly divested company to achieve all of its goals without the expertise and support of a third-party logistics (3PL) provider. Step 2: Leverage a Transitional Service Agreement Wisely.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Trompeter graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in Supply Chain Management and began his logistics career working for a small 3PL concentrating in the automotive industry. He spent many years at mid to large sized 3PL’s prior to his move to BlueGrace Logistics. About Todd Trompeter. About BlueGrace Logistics.

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Jaggaer

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Why You Should Consider Freight Procurement Sourcing Solution. Procuring raw materials or finished goods is one thing, but the processing of moving those goods from one place to another brings its own set of challenges. The Challenges of Freight. Data is King. You need something more.

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

In this article, we explore Invoice Reconciliation tools as a core piece of every digital 3PL/freight brokerage’s operations. This post is part of a , series of posts that aims to shed light on the many new and innovative freight tech solutions that empower freight brokers to transform digitally.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2015

Editor's Note: As of late you may have noticed we have written a lot about procurement and the future of procurement. A large part of procurement is finalizing the contract and then the follow through of the determined deliverables in that agreement. 3PL/Shipper/Customer Rewards. 3PL/SLA Skills/Knowledge.

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Kanban Logistics

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

When it comes to warehousing, many companies eventually outgrow the “do it yourself” model and choose to hand the reins over to a third-party logistics (3PL) professional. What’s important to understand, however, is that many 3PLs are capable of a wide array of warehouse services in addition to the basics. The dedicated 3PL model.

Warehousing 52

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Freightos

MAY 17, 2016

Five Tech Trends That Will Change Freight. They even recently filed as a 3PL, in the process labelling their current logistics suppliers as competition. Increasingly they are running procurement and logistics departments. VC ❤️ Freight Startups. Moving data better means moving freight better. A whopping $13.92

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2014

So, here is my invented future for 2015, starting with my most audacious prediction: Google will acquire a logistics service provider (3PL) and/or a logistics software vendor. Competitive threats, for both 3PLs and their customers, will cause them to transform the way they work together — that is, they will take a more Vested approach.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

miles of freight is expected to reach 7.67 He is also the Founder and Co-Director of the MIT FreightLab – a research initiative that works on improving the way freight transportation is designed, procured, and managed. In addition to the podcast, Joe also works closely with supply chain companies (shippers) and 3PLs.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 4, 2021

and is transforming the $800 billion transportation and logistics industry with its digital freight marketplace platform. Michael Leto , CEO of Emerge , has been in the transportation industry for over 21 years and played an active role in creating one of the largest and fastest-growing 3PLs in the country. About Michael Leto.

Modeling Software 130

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

In this article, we explore Invoice Reconciliation tools as a core piece of every digital 3PL/freight brokerage’s operations. This post is part of a , series of posts that aims to shed light on the many new and innovative freight tech solutions that empower freight brokers to transform digitally.

Supply Chain Software 78

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

In this article, we explore Invoice Reconciliation tools as a core piece of every digital 3PL/freight brokerage’s operations. This post is part of a , series of posts that aims to shed light on the many new and innovative freight tech solutions that empower freight brokers to transform digitally.

Supply Chain Software 78

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2018

As a shipper, it can be hard to procure full truckloads, and small and mid-sized shippers suffer from an exacerbated version of this problem. Shippers face tightening capacity, higher rates, and demanding consumers, and procuring a full truckload may be the last thing on their minds. Will the freight be competitive?

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Companies Will Levy the Power of 3PL-Based Technologies. The increasing power of Amazon will also be a driving force in the push for supply chain managers to adopt transformative supply chain technologies and take advantage of 3PL resources, asserts Amy Wunderlin of Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Download white paper.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

In today’s highly competitive marketplace, understanding how your company’s procurement strategy and results compare with industry peers is critical. Consider how these issues will impact your carrier rates and learn why now is the ideal time to benchmark and bid your rates with the help of a third-party logistics (3PL) provider.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

Companies Will Aim to Improve Shipper-3PL Relationships. As demand for 3PLs grow, supply chain and logistics professionals will face greater pressure to improve shipper-3PL relationships. Transparency is Inherent in the Top Logistics Trends Shaped by Customer Experience.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 29, 2015

Consider the many shippers who have outsourced transportation management and other logistics functions to third-party logistics (3PL) providers the past few years. A distributor or manufacturer’s strength is in making product—its focus is procurement and streamlining production, but without the capability to fulfill orders, it is doomed.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

Contract logistics is a specialized service offered by third-party logistics (3PL) providers to manage supply chain operations on behalf of a company. By doing so, businesses can concentrate on their core competencies while benefiting from the expertise and infrastructure of the 3PL provider.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2012

Chuck Intrieri is currently a operations and management consultant focused on third party logistics (3PL) management. Chuck has significant operational experience having served as the Chief Procurement officer for The Schwinn Bicycle Company, Ping Golf, Troy Built as well as a procurement officer for Maricopa County Arizona.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 6, 2017

It may be time to evaluate your transportation network and approach to procurement and make the move from simply fixing logistics problems as they present themselves to a more strategic, scalable model derived from analytics and not simply rates. Do you have a resilient and “stress-able” routing guide? He started his career working for C.H.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Flatbed shipping is an important contributor to the overall economy as several key industries leverage this solution for the movement of their critical freight. However, flatbed freight can be an often-overlooked element to the success of key industries , including: Energy – Oil, gas, and power generation (e.g.,

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MercuryGate

JULY 25, 2023

These 3PLs can help a company optimize its logistics, supply chain efficiency, and transportation operations. The third party takes care of freight and logistics services that could include rate management, freight audits, procurement, and other managed transportation services.

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Shipsy

MAY 16, 2021

And to do so, it is imperative (especially if you are not using 3PL services) that you should know about every term associated with the logistics and transportation management. It is a transport document issued by a carrier or freight forwarder. 3PL- Third-party logistics. AWB- Air waybill. ETA- Estimated time of arrival.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

Hope provided several examples, including MercuryGate’s tight integration with Freight Friend , which the company helped to launch in 2011. On the surface, Freight Friend has similar features to other online load boards. Shippers and brokers can post loads, carriers can post available trucks, you can search for matches, and so on.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 9, 2021

In 2003, Mike founded his own successful freight brokerage, Advantage Freight Network (AFN), growing it to over $170M. As a broker insider, Mike saw first-hand how antiquated the freight procurement process was for manufacturers, retailers and distributors. About Sleek Technologies.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Strategic relationships, improved collaboration with logistics providers, and the possibility of bringing 3PL/4PL in-house to reduce transportation and warehouse costs and gain more control over logistics operations are all strategies to enable supply chain resiliency.

Automotive 52

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 7, 2019

. Understand the 3PL Business Models – Asset based, Non-asset based, Asset light. Asset based 3PLs own physical assets like trucks, planes, warehouses, etc. Pros: Since they own their assets, these 3PLs are able to use their own equipment to service customers. Non-asset based 3PLs use the assets from other logistics companies.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 22, 2015

It is also defined as the procurement, maintenance, distribution, and replacement of personnel and material. For example, a manufacturing partner might be able to buy materials at a bulk rate or a 3PL provider could access reliable truckload freight contractors you cannot. Infographic: The Global Logistics Market.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Freight Companies Scramble to Reroute Goods in Wake of Harvey (WSJ – sub. LevaData to Transform Strategic Sourcing for Global Procurement and Supply Chain Leaders. The real-time freight visibility space has been heating up in recent years, with MacroPoint leading the way, along with FourKites and 10-4 Systems.

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ShipBob

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The process involves complex steps, from procurement, to shipping products to end users, often resulting in a lack of visibility and high operational costs. End-to-end (E2E) supply chain refers to all supply chain processes, from logistics procurement to the post-sale customer experience. . Procurement & manufacturing.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Then we will cover in subsequent posts what are the benefits of using EDI in transportation along with a transportation management system, we will debunk a few myths, and then we will end the series by highlighting how a shipper at Cerasis used EDI to reduce freight expenditures and resources. What is Electronic Data Interchange?

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 19, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a blog from our friend Augie Grasis who shows us how big data can work to our advantage with dynamic freight pricing. Such is the case in the LTL freight industry as well. . One example of the utilization of Big Data is dynamic pricing of LTL freight. Understanding this (and acting on it!)

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2023

Andrew Lynch is President and Co-Founder of Zipline Logistics , an award-winning North American 3PL that specializes exclusively in the transportation of retail consumer goods. I moved to Chicago to work for the world’s largest 3PL and quickly fell in love with the constant opportunity to solve problems. About Andrew Lynch.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 23, 2023

Water The report notes the waterborne freight sector emerging from the most extreme market conditions in modern times. Elevated ocean container freight rates during 2021 and 2022 reportedly translated into strong revenues for carriers, amounting to operating profits of $215 billion in 2022. The report includes four thers.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 6, 2016

Transportation management is no longer a tactical approach to simply moving freight and doing it at the lowest possible cost. 5 Engagement Strategies in Managing a Relationship With a Transportation Management 3PL. How Effective Logistics and Transportation Management Leads to Scalability in Business Operations.

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