Freight Waves

JUNE 5, 2025

As the transportation and logistics industry gears up for the third quarter of 2025, carriers, shippers, and 3PLs face an evolving market. Rising transportation expenses, supply chain bottlenecks, and economic uncertainty are among key challenges for shippers.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 18, 2015

If you are a logistics manager seeking options for a partnership with a 3PL services provider or looking to optimize the 3PL solution, then understanding the expansion of the holistic approach that some 3PLs offer will help you select an option that best suits your company. A 3PL Services Partnership Drives Value.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 25, 2014

I finished my first ARC Market Study this week, looking at the Transportation Management Systems market. On top of that, my colleague, Clint Reiser, and I are wrapping up our omni-channel fulfillment survey, with an upcoming presentation at the annual CSCMP show in September. So it’s been a pretty busy week (month) here.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2016

Although 3PL Logistics Companies or 3PLs were around before the recession, companies realized the short-term savings of outsourcing logistics, transportation, and freight management to 3PLs quickly, and the age of the rise of the logistics provider was born. Client Needs of 3PL Logistics Companies.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

This post is from a press release sent to us regarding the recent survey of the 3PL industry. This survey continues to point towards the success 3PLs are having for their clients. As you know, the word 3PL conjures up over 50 shades of grey in the types of answers you will receive. percent and 11.50 percent, respectively.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 2, 2014

Editor’s Note: This is our second post in a two part series about how to get your logistics and transportation practices in order in time for holiday shipping or peak season crunches. Communicate with Carriers and Your 3PL Your Plan, Issues, and Needs. They’re full up with giant Christmas trees.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 18, 2014

A few weeks ago at the Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA) Annual Conference , I gave a keynote presentation challenging third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to take a broader perspective of their business.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

One of the business models in the 3PL industry that continues to gain traction and evolve is the agency/franchise model, and the panelists will share their perspective on this model — Why adopt it? What benefits and challenges does it present? 3PL convergence MercuryGate third party logistics'

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DELMIA Quintiq

DECEMBER 21, 2014

For those of us in the 3PL industry, there is nothing more fulfilling than managing a successful business relationship. When a company decides to outsource its logistical needs to a 3PL, the success or failure of the venture will be determined by how well the two companies work together. Business on the Move: 3PL in a box.

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MIT Supply Chain

APRIL 3, 2014

Robinson (CHR), the world’s largest provider of truckload transportation services, visited MIT CTL recently to give his view of the changing face of logistics. Most people thought of transportation as a part of their overhead.” There is increased competition from other 3PLs as well. Here are some highlights from his talk.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 29, 2015

The webinar was titled “The Growth of E-Commerce and Its Freight Transportation Impacts” and was held on January 21, 2015 as part of the DOT/FHA’s monthly webinar series titled, “Talking Freight”. Cerasis then presented after Ms. Those who wish to access and download the webinar may visit the FHA’s “Talking Freight” website here.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

Now more so than ever, corporations understand the tremendous impact logistics and transportation can have on their overall business performance and are taking meaningful strides to optimize their supply chain operations. Global 3PL revenues grew to $676.9 But it’s not just limited to large corporations. billion (U.S.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2017

In response, more shippers have ditched their practices of working with carriers directly for third-party logistics provider (3PL) partnerships. Be present, and make your company extremely transparent to your customers. What Can Shippers Do to Improve Customer Experience? Alight shipping strategy with retail strategy.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Our strategy was to lead with shippers, then onboard their vast networks of carrier, broker and 3PL partners. And it must integrate with a myriad of internal and external systems such as transportation management, warehouse management, order management, ERP, weather and traffic systems and many more. Data integrity.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 27, 2015

JDA also announced new transportation management functionality , including enhanced load building capabilities, dynamic shipment splitting, and more integrated fleet management functionality. I led one of the panel discussions — 3PLs, What Business Are You In?

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2017

And if you require the support of your technology and 3PL partners to accomplish your initiatives, then you should attend their user conferences and schedule meetings with their senior executives to let them know what’s working well and what improvements they can make to better serve you. Where Does Supply Chain Design End and Planning Begin?

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 15, 2015

I wasn’t able to attend all of the conference sessions, but I’m glad I sat in on the presentation given by William Bierman , senior partner at the law firm of Nowell Amoroso Klein Bierman, P.A., A 3PL or warehouseman may be considered a shipper, which is defined as “a person who initiates a shipment of food by motor vehicle or rail vehicle.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Uberization: Exploring On-Demand Transportation, Labor and Warehousing. then secure on-demand transportation, warehousing and labor assets dynamically, re-planning flexibly as conditions change.

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4WL Consulting

MARCH 1, 2016

Managing logistics as a mid-sized shipper presents many unique challenges. Here are 3 ways a 3PL can help. If your spend is $200MM or less per year, chances are a 3PL can improve your negotiated rates for Truckload, LTL, and small parcel. And, when it comes to freight, more volume translates to lower rates.

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CHAINalytics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

NTT Data and Penske Transportation Solutions present the 2023 27th Annual Third-Party Logistics Study. How is the 3PL market right now? It’s a snapshot of a global market preparing for the future through the continual advancement of its core mission.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

Third-party logistics (or 3PL) providers, are standing on the brink of breakout growth. The global 3PL market, valued at $728.6B While 3PL providers want to adapt to this new market opportunity, their existing logistics operations often have a hard time keeping pace with these growing demands. BILLION by 2025.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 18, 2015

This presents opportunities for developing new revenue streams, an exciting challenge to logistics professionals. In the interest of both, businesses are increasingly tying reverse logistical operations to transportation management as a natural fit. Use the 3PL checklist to identify your company’s resource needs.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Many enterprises have taken heed and determined that inbound and outbound transport and warehousing are consequential processes of their business rather than fundamental or core processes. It is simply not possible to respond quickly to market changes if there is a fully owned or leased network of warehouse and transportation assets in place.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The customers at the conference included very large food & beverage companies, the largest 3PL in the world, and companies from other industries as well. In fact, part of Mr. Wakefield’s presentation involved coaching prospective customers on the arguments that can be made to IT. Overcoming the Objections of IT. Final Thoughts.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2015

One of the often missing links, however, in supply chain visibility, is transportation management. We call this the transportation supply chain. What is the Transportation Supply Chain? This requires a new broad look at the business of transportation supply chain, including supply chain management, logistics, & procurement.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

I have long argued that third party logistics providers (3PLs) should set themselves apart from the competition by fully harnessing the power and value of their customer and employee communities. Greg Forbis, Senior Director, General Merchandise, Inbound Transportation, Walmart Stores. James Welch, CEO, YRC Worldwide.

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Stord

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Holiday kitting isn't merely about bundling products; it's about crafting experiences that sparkle with the same joy as a perfectly selected and wrapped present. However, upstream kitting does present notable challenges. This is the first blog post in a series on the tactics and benefits of deploying a comprehensive kitting solution.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2014

More transportation providers means more points of contact and potential failure, parties to interface with your supply chain, and a generally more complex operation that requires more resources in every job function involved in the delivery process — from transportation and logistics to customer service to finance.

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Supply Chain Movement

OCTOBER 20, 2014

So far, however, no logistics service provider offers complete European coverage in terms of both warehousing and transport. The European 3PL market remains fragmented but relatively straightforward. This growing optimism in the 3PL market is echoed by the survey results published in the 2014 18th Annual Third-Party Logistics Study.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 31, 2021

This blog is co-authored by Raj Patel, Senior Director Global Industry Strategy 3PL; Terence Leung, Senior Product Marketing Director; and Nina Seth, Product Marketing Director. Retailers and manufacturers now expect their 3PL partners to deliver better, faster and cheaper services while providing additional value-added services.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 5, 2018

In this post, I will outline how to select reliable core carriers and find the right third party logistics provider (3PL) for your business. Select the perfect 3PL to augment your truckload strategy. You might ask, “Do I need to limit myself to only one 3PL?” Most of the time, yes — one 3PL is ideal. Risk control.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

Transportation options: Costs and lead times for each available transportation mode. Transportation costs: Freight rates, fuel and labour costs, and other transportation expenses. Route data: Transportation routes, distances, and transit times. Inventory turnover: Inventory turns for each SKU.

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3rdwave

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Managing a global supply chain network requires the ability to manage and control both global transportation execution and the associated freight spend. While global freight cost varies significantly by industry and transportation mode, it is a major cost component of internationally sourced products.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 11, 2018

Driverless transportation: Yes, hard as this may be to believe, it is indeed becoming a reality. This sort of a breakthrough is vital towards reducing costs so partnering with a service that has innovative transport solutions could very well be the answer you have been looking for.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 18, 2017

Present yourself as a solution. Or 3PL Cerasis , who gained 98 customers from its content marketing efforts? Be professional, quirky, clever, ahead of your time, youthful, wise, funny, off-color — whatever your brand is, you can set that reputation by what you publish online. Take two examples under consideration.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2014

I always dreamed of having a painting made of that poem, and my dream came true last night when my youngest son gave me this birthday present he made for me: Twenty five years later, I’m finally starting to know it. That said, not all 3PLs are created equal when it comes to IT. So, how can you determine if a 3PL is ahead of the curve?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 20, 2021

One option is to use a cross-border delivery 3PL provider. In those services, the retailer needs to understand what will be provided and how to present it to the consumer. Founded in May 2017, Logistyx is a transportation execution solution provider focusing on multi-carrier shipping on a global level.

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