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The Approach to Effective Freight Procurement

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

The Approach to Effective Freight Procurement by LSCMS Shippers’ Council Container shipping procurement faces a multitude of challenges shaped by global events, industry shifts, environmental mandates, and technological advancements. To thrive in this ever-evolving landscape, shippers must embrace a flexible and responsive approach.

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BR Williams is SmartWay Certified for 18 years

BR Williams Supply Chain Management

The SmartWay Program Since the Great Recession, the freight industry in the United States has experienced significant growth , with over 51 million tons of goods transported daily. However, this growth has also led to rising concerns about the environmental impact of global freight transport. The SmartWay Program is a U.S.

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How to Lower Your Ocean Freight Costs!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Do You Have Hidden Freight Costs? Ocean freight article and permission to publish here provided by Katherine Barrios at xeneta.com. Freight forwarders and shippers/BCO s are on a constant quest to have a better understanding of their ocean freight costs and ultimately have larger margins. Email Address. Plan effectively.

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5 Reasons Why Carriers Are Customer-Obsessed

Freightos

Open up LinkedIn and check out the profile of senior salesperson at a freight forwarder or carrier and you’ll probably see several top-tier providers as previous employers. In their words: “freight made personal” waves proudly on Air France KLM Martinair Cargo ’s banner. “We This holds for freight. The Game Changed.

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Modern Ways Technology Provides Transportation Management & Freight Spend Visibility

Intelligent Audit

It has always been essential to have visibility into freight spending. Freight audit & payment (FAP) providers have long paved the way to gaining this visibility by looking at shipping invoices and breaking down freight spend. What Is Freight or Transportation Spend Management?

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Becoming an EPA SmartWay Partner and More: How Stord Helps Reduce Supply Chains' Carbon Footprint

Stord

August 6, 2020 Stord is thrilled to announce our partnership with the Environmental Protection Agency as a SmartWay Logistics Company , just a few months since expanding our freight capabilities. Freight transportation is the culprit that makes up a vast majority of air pollutants and emissions in the US.

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Supply Chain KPIs & Metrics: Our Top 24 for Manufacturers

Silvon Software

High performers for this KPI tend to track and document separate components such as on-time delivery rate, complete shipment rate, undamaged shipment rate and correct documentation rate in order to identify root causes and mitigate future issues. 60% to 70% is considered a good benchmark of inventory levels.

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