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Transportation vs Logistics with Marty Wadle

The Logistics of Logistics

Marty is the Chief Commercial Officer of Ruan Transportation , a transportation company providing Dedicated Contract Transportation, Managed Transportation, Value-added Warehousing, and Brokerage Support Services. There are 5 different categories of 3PL services: Logistics, Transportation, Warehousing, Special Services, and Technology.

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The State of the Trucking Market in 2021

GlobalTranz

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. Fewer labor resources are available to meet the rising demand in both the warehouse and in transit. ?

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Countdown to Black Friday: Are You an Easy Target for Cargo Theft?

Talking Logistics

As shoppers count down the days until they can score deals on the hottest products, cargo thieves are counting on cashing in on opportunities to swipe unattended trailers and shipments. The industry experiences more cargo theft incidents when there is a higher volume of consumer goods moving through the supply chain.

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Developing an LTL and E-Commerce Focused Shipping Strategy

GlobalTranz

Increased accuracy in freight quoting, reducing accessorial or after-the-fact fees. REDUCED FREIGHT SPEND. Get Your Free White Paper Today. Integrate LTL and e-commerce freight management platforms, explains Deborah Lockridge of Trucking Info. Partner with a freight broker, like a 3PL. Efficient processes.

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The Top 5 Changes That Occur With AI in Logistics

GlobalTranz

For example, DHL analyzes 58 different parameters of internal data to create a machine learning model for air freight. Rather than subjective guesswork, this method allows freight forwarders to predict if the average daily transit time is expected to rise or fall up to a week in advance. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER.

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4 Tips to Ensure the Upcoming Eclipse Doesn’t Leave Your Supply Chain in the Dark

TMC

According to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), this rare occurrence has the potential to impact millions of truck drivers, especially those moving freight across or within the 14 states that are in the path of totality. They can also be used to identify backup routes and freight facilities. Deploy dock management tools.

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Weather-Proof Your Supply Chain with a TMS

TMC

Facilities, such as warehouses, that are located in high-risk areas are attuned to the risks in their locales, and they can offer valuable information on the road ahead. These initial discussions provide an opportunity to review your freight plans for the coming months and how transportation schedules might need to be adjusted.