MercuryGate

JUNE 7, 2022

Transportation management solutions and metrics, built on solid analytics, help shippers keep up with ever-changing volatility in today’s market. With e-commerce, digital supply chain, automation, and many other technological advances dominating the transportation industry, freight transportation processes are evolving.

Metrics 52

Metrics Transportation Management Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning 52

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

We continue our top blog posts of 2014 from our main categories today by focusing on something at Cerasis we are experts in : Logistics. We’ve already listed the top 10 manufacturing blog posts and the top 10 supply chain blog posts last week. Some logistics involves transportation or warehouses or both.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 243

Logistics Network Optimization Software Reverse Logistics Manufacturing Procurement Logistics 243

SupplyPike

APRIL 7, 2020

We’ve discussed the basics of OTIF and the fundamentals of OTIF before, but we thought we’d drill down deeper into the individual metrics. First, we’ll start by reviewing the basic goals of OTIF, and then we’ll dive into each metric and the compliance issues of each metric. Late Transport Notification. Collect Ready (i.e.

Metrics 79

Metrics DC Supply Chain Design Software Shipping 79

GlobalTranz

JULY 5, 2016

We continue our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). Our first post covered the Top 5 Freight Management blogs of 2016. Today's post will cover the top 5 logistics blogs from 2016 so far. Get Your FREE eBook Here.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 132

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software 132

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Today, is day two of our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation Management , Freight. There were approximately 220 blog posts in 2017, and over 360,000 page views on those posts alone. Share This: Read More.

Supply Chain Software 151

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Strategy 151

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 21, 2018

Hello and welcome back to another episode of “The Freight Project Podcast!” On today’s episode we welcome Hannah Testani, Chief Operating Officer of Intelligent Audit , a global logistics and freight audit company. We hope you enjoy “The Freight Project Podcast.” We hope you enjoy! Download eBook.

Transportation 149

Transportation Data eBook Freight 149

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 14, 2018

Hello and welcome back to another episode of “The Freight Project Podcast!” We hope you enjoy “The Freight Project Podcast.” We’ll publish every Tuesday right on the Cerasis blog and Freight Institute. We hope you enjoy this very first episode of The Freight project podcast! We hope you enjoy!

Cost Reduction Strategies 120

Cost Reduction Strategies Transportation Management Resource Reduction Transportation 120

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

I am currently working on a couple of case studies for this blog on how business leaders used digital twin modeling during the pandemic. The focus of the transportation suites was on cost mitigation and price negotiation. The lack of chassis and the need to return empty containers to Asia paralyzes North American ocean freight.

Supply Chain Planning Software 278

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply and Demand Procurement Analytics 278

Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Supply Chain Matters provides our latest update regarding the Red Sea Transport disruption impacting transport movements to and from European and Asian ports. Scenario and simulation based planning methods that quantify and weight various short and longer term impacts of global events toward key business metrics.

Transportation 52

Transportation Supply Chain Planning Software Panama Supply Chain Software 52

Locus

JUNE 9, 2023

In the midst of an outdoor movie screening of “Trucks,” a film about a town overrun by driverless trucks, a person from the crowd, who runs a transport service company, jokingly mentioned that while phantoms could handle the task, they couldn’t effectively control transportation costs. Click this! They are: 1.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Transportation Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software 52

Locus

JUNE 9, 2023

In the midst of an outdoor movie screening of “Trucks,” a film about a town overrun by driverless trucks, a person from the crowd, who runs a transport service company, jokingly mentioned that while phantoms could handle the task, they couldn’t effectively control transportation costs. Click this! They are: 1.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Transportation Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software 52

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. transportation management optimization ?to

Prescriptive Analytics Software 308

Prescriptive Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing Pricing Training Negotiating Skills 308

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Hello and welcome back to another episode of “The Freight Project Podcast!” On today’s episode we welcome Andrew Lynch, Co-Founder & President of Zipline Logistics, an award-winning logistics service provider that specializes exclusively in the transportation of retail consumer goods and food and beverage products.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 121

Logistics Network Optimization Software Capacity Logistics Waste Reduction 121

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Hello and welcome back to another episode of “The Freight Project Podcast!” On today’s The Freight Project Podcast episode Cerasis welcomes Teresa Obinger, the Cerasis Human Resources Manager. We hope you enjoy “The Freight Project Podcast.” We hope you enjoy this episode of The Freight project podcast!

Logistics Network Optimization Software 137

Logistics Network Optimization Software Innovation Real Estate Resource Reduction 137

GlobalTranz

MAY 20, 2015

We have talked a great deal about the evaulation of suppliers on our blog and this post continues that great tradition. When you choose a company to transport your freight or to supply you with the materials you need to manufacture a product, you are putting your hard work and reputation in their hands. Cost of quality.

Procurement Analytics 120

Procurement Analytics Metrics Quality Supply Chain Planning Software 120

OptiProERP

APRIL 25, 2023

However, with so many metrics to track, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. This blog post will outline the most critical logistics KPIs manufacturers and distributors should track. This metric can help you identify potential bottlenecks in your supply chain and improve your shipping process. Order Management KPIs 1.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Manufacturing 52

MercuryGate

MAY 5, 2020

Moreover, most companies still rely on outdated metrics and KPIs, using outdated data. However, The application of real-time freight data opens the door to a better understanding of transportation management and insights into ways to unlock added […]. The post How Does Real-Time Freight Data Boost Competitive Advantage?

Freight 52

Freight Data Metrics Transportation Management 52

3rdwave

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

In today’s turbulent trading environment, strong global transportation management capabilities deliver exceptional benefits and value. Massive shifts in supply chains are underway because of trade turmoil increasing the complexity in global supply chain management and related transportation management.

Supply Chain Design Software 79

Supply Chain Design Software Global Transportation Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 79

Supply Chain Collaborator

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

“Spot Market Freight Indices Continue Surge to Three-Year Highs”. The Value in Orchestrating a Scheduled Transportation Plan”. These three headlines from Transport Topics and Food Shippers of America magazine tell the story of one of the most important challenges facing shippers in North America leading into 2018.

Just-in-Time 60

Just-in-Time Negotiating Skills Transportation Purchasing Skills 60

3PL Insights

JANUARY 17, 2022

Transportation Capabilities. The transportation capabilities for the city of Detroit are quite impressive. Having the capability to ship freight via truck, rail, and even ship makes Detroit an adaptable location for any of your transportation needs. Seaway: The St. Growth Potential. Detroit is a hub for new businesses.

Detroit 98

Detroit Warehousing Canada Michigan 98

Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 12, 2022

This index compiles 27 different variables to include transportation movement and costs, global PMI sub-indexes reflecting delivery times and order backlog. Interestingly, Transportation Utilization is the outlier here, as both utilization metrics in the index were up significantly in September. ”. for September.

Inventory Reduction 59

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Warehousing Price Reduction 59

MercuryGate

MARCH 11, 2021

There is a critical metric that managers must closely monitor within the supply chain industry- total transportation costs. The post How to and What to Consider as Total Transportation Costs appeared first on MercuryGate International.

Transportation 52

Transportation How To Metrics Shipping 52

GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2017

If your vendors do not understand your organization’s policies and procedures regarding inbound freight , how can they adhere to your needs? As explained in this blog post , the guide details how to proceed with all possible scenarios for inbound shipments to reduce their associated costs. The information only gets grimmer from here.

Vendor Strategies 123

Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Logistics 123

4WL Consulting

JULY 8, 2015

” Similar transformational patterns have also been seen in the transportation industry. There’s been a shift from executing daily freight transactions to integrating top-level corporate planning and procurement strategies. This is helpful for transportation planning as more focus is placed on future happenings.

Negotiating Skills 100

Negotiating Skills Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Optimal Sourcing 100

Supply Chain Matters

JULY 7, 2023

According to the June report summary , the primary driver of the latest decline was the inventory metric, which reportedly contracted 6.5 Consequently, the warehousing capacity metric increased a reported 6.8 Both metrics contributed to the overall contraction in the LMI along with contracting price levels for transportation.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction Negotiate Pricing 52

Locus

JULY 24, 2023

Supply chain management involves the transportation of freight between locations, and load matching is a small but critical aspect that drives supply chain efficiency. Load matching can be understood as the pairing of freight with the most suitable transportation carriers. This ensures efficient and safe transportation.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

TMC

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Managing adverse weather conditions is part and parcel of transportation planning. A major freight company employs a team of meteorologists that works closely with its flight dispatchers and contingency coordinators, for example. Professor Yossi Sheffi is Director of the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics.

Metrics 67

Metrics Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Supply Chain Software 67

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

In her keynote address, Nadia Abdul Aziz, President, National Association of Air Freight & Logistics (NAFL), who is based in Dubai, spoke about megatrends transforming the MENA region, particularly the impact of COVID-19. MORE FROM THIS EDITION. LogiSYM Magazine – January/ February 2018.

Supply Chain Software 231

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software Demand Planning Software 231

Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 7, 2023

Transportation utilization reportedly dipped a hefty 9.5 Consequently, transportation prices reportedly declined 8.9 not only described as a “ significant rate of contraction ,” but also the first time that this particular metric has reached such a low level. Consequently, transportation prices reportedly declined 8.9

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Material Savings 52

Supply Chain Matters

MAY 23, 2022

The Supply Chain Matters blog continues to highlight for readers specific global and regional supply chain indices that depict both trending production activity levels, as well as supply chain volatility. The authors point to the delivery time disruptions occurring in China , an increase in air freight costs from the U.S.

Supply Chain Optimization 59

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy 59

3rdwave

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

In today’s turbulent trading environment, strong global transportation management capabilities deliver exceptional benefits and value. Massive shifts in supply chains are underway because of trade turmoil increasing the complexity in global supply chain management and related transportation management.

Supply Chain Design Software 41

Supply Chain Design Software Global Transportation Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 41

SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

In this blog, we will answer the question: what is Contract Logistics, and explore its definition, solutions, challenges, and opportunities, understanding why Contract Logistics is considered as the hub of logistics today and how it can help businesses thrive in an ever-evolving market.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 90

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills Inventory Management Software 90

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 8, 2012

He also writes for THE GOOD WORD, LinkedIn and other Supply Chain Blogs. He is a guest speaker at the Purchasing Management Association and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is certified as a C.P.M.,CPIM, CPIM, and Value Engineer. The post Managing a Third Party Logistics Partnership appeared first on The Logistics of Logistics.

Third Party Logistics 145

Third Party Logistics Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills KPI 145

Supply Chain Collaborator

AUGUST 13, 2015

191 qualified global logistics practitioners were surveyed in 2015 by American Shipper magazine for their seventh annual benchmark study of transportation management. However, here is a distillation of the best practices for approaching transportation and logistics IT initiatives provided at the conclusion of the report.

Transportation Management 60

Transportation Management Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Network Design Software 60

Supply Chain Collaborator

JUNE 20, 2016

Look for TMS solutions that offer integrated online portals for all users to access order, shipment status and other critical information providing a centralized repository for real-time views into inbound and outbound freight. This makes planning the landed cost of freight movements more predictable and stable over time.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 60

Logistics Network Optimization Software Sustainability Transportation Supply Chain Design Software 60

BlueYonder

DECEMBER 22, 2017

These capacity crunches, at times, force carriers not to adhere to capacity commitments with customers, resulting in companies having to go out into the market to find alternate transportation options. This typically corresponds with a more expensive transportation choice in an expedited manner. Modeling Suggestions.

Puerto Rico 40

Puerto Rico Capacity Optimal Sourcing Transportation 40

Arkieva

AUGUST 8, 2016

Sustainable Freight Action Plan for California is estimated to Improve Freight Efficiency by 25% in 2030. The Sustainable Freight Action plan released by California governor Jerry Brown outlines a long-term 2050 vision and guiding principles for California’s future freight transportation system. Supply Chain News.

Sourcing Strategies 60

Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software California 60