GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Unfortunately, warehouse capacity around the country is tight, but available capacity is only being used at rates shy of 70 percent. How can warehouse capacity be both tight and utilized less than 100 percent? Warehouse Capacity Is Tight Warehouse managers have made great strides in implementing systems that utilize automation.

Supply Chain Software 232

Supply Chain Software Capacity Warehousing Resource Reduction 232

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 2, 2023

To keep its workers safe, the organization is providing important information on how dog owners can be good stewards for safe mail delivery as part of its annual National Dog Bite Awareness Week public service campaign. And now on to this week’s logistics news. Walmart SWW currently offers FedEx and USPS shipping.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 176

Logistics Network Optimization Software Saudi Arabia Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics 176

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Unbelievably, the capacity crunch is back the shipping headlines. Cassidy of the Journal of commerce (JOC) noted shippers were expecting a forthcoming slight capacity pinch, but that was before hurricane season arrived. Capacity Crunch Factors Include Increased Deadhead. Fewer Drivers Reduce Available Capacity.

Capacity 169

Capacity Puerto Rico Material Savings Resource Reduction 169

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

The capacity crunch has been a core concern of shippers for several years, but as 2018 draws closer to the holiday shopping season, it will become a bigger problem. LTL capacity has routinely been used as a source of added capacity when full truckload becomes unavailable. Get Your Free Copy Here. Download White Paper.

Capacity 151

Capacity Freight Just-in-Time Resource Reduction 151

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 19, 2017

The capacity crunch is starting to take hold of the shipping industry. However, this capacity crunch is likely to exceed even the worst capacity crunches in history, says Karen Sage of Talking Logistics With Adrian Gonzalez. Know the Causes Is the Starting Point to Thriving in a Capacity Crunch. Click Here.

Capacity 186

Capacity Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software 186

GlobalTranz

JUNE 19, 2018

The use of full truckload shipping is rising in popularity, resulting from its lower cost as compared to less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping. The Great Capacity Crunch: The Current State, Future Outlook, & How Shippers Can Thrive in Any Capacity Crunch. Download eBook. As a result, spot rates will remain “super high.”

Procurement Solutions 175

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Capacity Procurement 175

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 15, 2022

He went on to inform me about stink bugs and how they smell terrible when smushed. What does this have to do with logistics you ask? Well, the Environmental Protection Agency states that this species “ was introduced into the United States in the mid-1990s, possibly stowing away in a shipping container.” It’s a stink bug. ”

Long Beach 223

Long Beach Los Angeles Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics 223

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Ocean Risk Management part 2: Navigating Global Shipping Alliance The shipping industry continues to evolve. In this article, we explore the pros and cons of the alliance model in the shipping industry, compare the solo strategy versus alliance strategy, and provide tips on how shippers can prepare for market swings.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Negotiating Skills Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction 130

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 29, 2017

Current and future capacity crunches are often analyzed for impact in the U.S., All modes of transit feel the effects of capacity crunches, but those that suffer the biggest effects tend to involve ground-transit, including less-than-truckload (LTL), full truckload (FT) and parcel shipping. Parcel Shipping Gets Tighter.

Capacity 174

Capacity Negotiating Skills Transportation Cost Reduction Strategies 174

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 14, 2023

Logistics Procurement – Performance Management by LSCMS Shippers’ Council Shortly after the outset of COVID, in early 2020, supply chains have been disrupted across the globe. Logistics Managers need to address other elements namely: How do we measure ocean freight spending against market levels?

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Procurement Logistics 130

Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Increasing parcel shipping capacity is more important than ever, thanks to increased pressure brought on by a rise in e-commerce delivery and transportation disruptions. Expenses are increasing every year as surcharges continue to escalate, as highlighted by Logistics Management : “In addition to the average annual 4.9%

Capacity 52

Capacity Shipping Expense Reduction Forecasting 52

E2open

JANUARY 19, 2023

(NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, today released the Q4 2022 edition of its Ocean Shipping Index, a quarterly report that offers data-driven insights to better manage the movement of goods around the globe and on key lanes between Asia, North America, and Europe.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 148

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software Predictive Analytics Software Demand Planning Software 148

Freightos

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Logistics tech in 2022 has been unavoidably shaped by the two years that preceded it. The low rates that triggered Hanjin’s bankruptcy in 2017 quickly became a thing of the past, as surging demand, congestion, and a litany of global shipping catastrophes pushed ocean freight rates into the stratosphere. Uncertainty became the byword.

Logistics 156

Logistics Cargo Comparison Freight 156

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

John is the Chief Technology Officer at MegaCorp Logistics , an award-winning logistics firm with remarkable growth based on their superior service. In 2014, John moved into the banking industry and focused on information security, data center management and Enterprise Architecture.

Supply Chain Planning Software 147

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning 147

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 11, 2021

The supply chain is evolving, and the standards used for managed logistics transportation services today are more data- and technology-driven than those of the past. Shippers should consider the following as indicators for when to add an outsourced managed logistics transportation services provider. This can be a confounding issue.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 294

Logistics Network Optimization Software Transportation Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software 294

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2023

Over 1,300 shippers place their trust in DAT iQ’s rate and capacity analytics solutions, which empower confident decision-making and transportation planning and management. DAT.com provides real-time information on trucking rates, capacity, and market trends, allowing users to make informed decisions.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 240

Logistics Network Optimization Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 240

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2014

Shipper demand and carrier availability have come back into balance after several years of excess capacity. But there are a number of ways you can prepare to lessen—and possibly avoid—the impact of fewer drivers and the resulting capacity crunch. Understand the full range of shipping alternatives your carriers can offer.

Expense Reduction 197

Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Capacity 197

GlobalTranz

MARCH 16, 2017

The freight capacity crunch has dominated supply chain and logistics since 2014, and many shippers fear it will arrive sooner than many experts believe. However, the capacity crunch may be less severe than anticipated, and it could easily reflect growing pains in the industry. Why Do Some Point to a Forthcoming Capacity Crunch?

Capacity 122

Capacity Freight Logistics Network Optimization Software Price Reduction 122

Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Most recently, the recent disruptions in the Red Sea that saw ocean freight rates from China to Europe by over 190% and saw transit times lengthen, sea-air services offered a strategic advantage for logistics professionals able to remain agile, by watching trends and jumping at opportunities to ensure a resilient supply chain.

Los Angeles 156

Los Angeles Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction 156

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

When asked what peak season is, it’s easy to assume the holidays are the only peak shipping season. However, four shipping seasons occur throughout the year and are often regular and expected. That was the case until the ongoing disruptions of the past few years changed the shipping game. Q2: The Produce Shipping Season.

Supply Chain Planning Software 238

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Retail 238

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2021

Logistics and Supply Chain – 1940 to 2040 with Jason Miller. Jason Miller and Joe Lynch discuss logistics and supply chain, 1940 – 2040. Jason Miller (PhD The Ohio State University) is a tenured Associate Professor of Logistics and the John D. Key Takeaways: Logistics and Supply Chain – 1940 to 2040.

Supply Chain Software 130

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Michigan Manufacturing Procurement 130

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 19, 2023

Emerging Supply Chain Trends – A Look at Evolving Finished Vehicle Logistics Amid Market Shifts and Trends Feature Article by Laurent Sik , Head of Operations, CEVA FVL APAC Automobiles, as a form of transportation, are indispensable in today’s world and will remain a crucial part of our lives for a long time to come.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Trends Modeling Supply Chain Software 130

Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Throughout 2020, disruption took center-stage, leaving companies and shippers scrambling to find resources and strategies that will enable the survival of the coming peak season shipping capacity crunch. For that reason, shippers need to know a few tips to survive and thrive with a data-driven, peak season shipping strategy.

Capacity 52

Capacity Prescriptive Analytics Software Packaging Resource Reduction 52

Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 10, 2021

While back-to-school and holiday shopping spikes are not quite here, they are looming large and deserve careful planning and consideration by logistic managers and supply chain supervisors. Why a Lack of Shipping Capacity Is Happening. It may take time, but a resurgence in the economy is expected.

Capacity 52

Capacity Shipping Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics 52

Shipchain

APRIL 17, 2019

Trends in shipping and logistics like the rising popularity of e-commerce and blockchain technology are already changing the fabric of the industry as we know it. Read on for a more in-depth look at some of the biggest trends in shipping and logistics taking place this year. . billion by 2025. billion by 2025.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 134

Logistics Network Optimization Software Trends Supply Chain Software Shipping 134

GlobalTranz

JUNE 13, 2016

The shipping industry saw growth and expansion in 2014 when compared to the state of the industry since 2008. Unfortunately, the capacity crunch is real, and shippers need to know how to face the prospects of a slower 2016 to stay competitive and meet the demands of their customers and partner businesses.

Capacity 120

Capacity Price Reduction Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 120

Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Featuring Our Top 16 Articles on Freight and Logistics! Logistics has been in the news a lot lately, and it will continue to be for some time to come. In March of 2021 we heard about Logistics when a ship blocked passage through the Suez Canal. What is Logistics exactly? Definition of Logistics.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 89

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Resource Reduction Military 89

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Since 2014, the shipping industry has suffered numerous setbacks. Capacity Will Grow Tighter. Capacity was stretched beyond limitations in 2014, and fleets around the country tried to optimize operations through freight reclassification, dimensional pricing models and freight consolidation, explains Jeff Berman of Logistics Management.

Capacity 120

Capacity Purchasing Skills Material Savings Price Reduction 120

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 7, 2022

While this is not exactly the best news to hear, it’s time to move on to this week’s logistics news. The CMA cited suspected breaches of competition law and said its initial information gathering was set to end in September. The post This Week in Logistics News (October 1 – 7) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 185

Logistics Network Optimization Software Real Estate New York Logistics 185

Enterra Insights

APRIL 20, 2021

”[3] As the digital path to purchase gets more crowded, the pressure on last-mile logistics also increases. To this extent, logistics and shipping represent the final and essential factor in the equation for e-commerce success.” billion on online shopping in 2020, a 44% rise over the prior year.”[3]

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Predictive Analytics Software 130

Turvo

JULY 20, 2021

For most shipping managers today, the two most significant challenges involve addressing shipping exceptions and overcoming supply chain disruptions. Identifying, addressing, and overcoming exceptions within the shipping network chain is essential for maintaining effective handling and processing. But what does it mean? .

Shipping 97

Shipping Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Price Reduction 97

American Global Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2023

An Insider's Look at the Current State and Future Trends of Global Trade Introduction to Ocean Shipping in 2023 Ocean shipping plays a vital role in the global trade landscape. The sheer scale and efficiency of ocean shipping have made it an indispensable component of the global supply chain.

Shipping 52

Shipping Global Supply Chain Design Software Optimization Software 52

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Last mile logistics is among the most misunderstood parts of transportation networks. In addition, growth in e-commerce is radicalizing how shippers view last mile logistics. What Is Last Mile Logistics? . Most often, last mile logistics involves the use of parcel or small package carriers to deliver products to consumers.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 250

Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction Strategies Transportation Purchasing Skills 250

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

by Dr Shereen Nassar – Global Director of Logistics Studies and Supply Chain Management Programmes Heriot-Watt University Dubai. Systems empowered with AI can gather information about competitor activity, customer feedback, and can even spot opportunities and trends. Digitisation for Optimised Capacity and Inventory Buffers.

Analytics Software 246

Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics 246

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 15, 2023

Retail supply chains are complicated, with factories, container ships, and communication networks spanning thousands of miles across the globe to connect raw materials with end consumers. Many new logistics providers have entered the last-mile market, giving retailers greater choice and more competitive opportunities to outsource.

Inventory Reduction 198

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Material Savings Logistics Network Optimization Software 198

BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JULY 21, 2023

Case Study | Company Seeks Creative Solutions from Logistics Partner in BR Williams BR Williams is a 60-year-old company specializing in Trucking , Warehousing , and Logistics Services. Executive Summary In need of creative solutions from a logistics partner, one of the top American chemical companies approached BR Williams.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Case Study Cost Reduction Strategies 52

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 11, 2018

It sounds like a shipping nightmare, and in some respects, it is. This will require an LTL and e-commerce focused shipping strategy. Benefits of Combining LTL and E-Commerce Shipping Strategies Omnichannel means the ability to serve customers across any channel and blend all channels to create seamless experiences for customers.

Price Reduction 137

Price Reduction Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Strategy 137