Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 4, 2022

For the second consecutive four-quarter period, the freight market faced continual capacity challenges as the global supply chain wrestled with the effects of the COVID-19 outbreak. Will these forces continue to play a part in the freight market in the coming year? Consumption Drives Freight Market Growth. percent in November.”

Freight 52

Freight Purchasing Skills Procurement Analytics Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

August is usually a quiet month for supply chain and logistics news, but not this year, especially the past couple of weeks. Freight Companies Scramble to Reroute Goods in Wake of Harvey (WSJ – sub. UK government announces funding for truck platooning trials (Automotive Logistics).

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Real-time Visibility Manufacturing Procurement 0

Talking Logistics

MARCH 3, 2017

With corrected vision, here is the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Longshoreman Union Leader Stalls Planned Work Shutdown (WSJ – sub. Freightos unveils beta launch of international freight price index (American Shipper). DHL trials city hub trailer for bike delivery (Logistics Manager).

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software Eliminating Excel in Purchasing 0

Talking Logistics

JULY 29, 2016

Now, before I spontaneously combust in my house-turned-sauna, let’s go to this week’s supply chain and logistics news: Amazon to step up UK tests of delivery drones (The Telegraph). Freightos Launches First International Freight Marketplace to Power $2 Trillion Worth of U.S.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Demand Planning Software 0

SCMDOJO

MARCH 28, 2023

In comparison, a blockchain search only took 2.2 This application eliminates redundant paperwork and provides real-time freight tracking. These blockchain for supply chain applications demonstrate how blockchain technology can streamline logistics management, supply chain management, and trade finance operations.

Supply Chain Design Software 107

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Design 107

20Cube Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Additionally, when the ports are facing capacity crunch or the tariffs of ocean freight and container skyrockets, it iis airfreight that comes as the savior. With the current business scenario changing at a rapid pace, the freight forwarding industry is shifting its focus towards airfreight. Capacity Crunch of Ocean Freight.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 74

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Planning 74

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 17, 2021

To begin with, there have been more questions when the virus initially broke out in March and governments began to shut their borders. In comparison to then, the dust has settled. Destabilization in Freight Rates. The biggest repercussion of the container shortage is an increase in freight charges.

Shipping 75

Shipping Industrial Industry Los Angeles 75

DELMIA Quintiq

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

Would a multi-user logistics center qualify? While the countries, developers, and the construction companies test the waters and work through the application processes, the shippers and their logistics partners need to consider how to weave those new facilities and links into the fabric of their supply logistics networks.

Sri Lanka 120

Sri Lanka Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning 120

MIT Supply Chain

AUGUST 17, 2021

A side-by-side matrix Our analysis is captured in the comparison matrix below. For example, the 2010 Eyjafjallajökull volcano eruption in Iceland caused a primary loss of freight transportation capacity, but that loss also robbed many companies of supply capacity. Disruption comparison matrix?—?Source: Source: James B.

Capacity 52

Capacity Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain 52

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 19, 2015

than simple cost comparisons. The charter should include considerations of the various stakeholder groups including finance, engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, marketing, facilities, IT, human resources, and government affairs. The overall exit and the logistics process in moving a factory must be carefully managed.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement Purchasing Skills Buyer Training Manufacturing 120

Freightera

JUNE 29, 2017

Transport News INTL has just selected Freightera as “Best Online Freight Marketplace – North America” in their Logistics, Warehouse & Supply Chain Awards 2017! Currently, the North American logistics and supply chain transport market is in the process of rapid change.

Freight 0

Freight North America Supply Chain Design Software Transportation 0

CH Robinson Transportfolio

OCTOBER 22, 2019

In comparison, however, Chilean customs are very similar to the U.S. For a more seamless process, it’s essential shippers work with a customs broker or third party logistics provider (3PL) with local offices in the area. While surface transportation remains stagnant, ocean freight shows promise. Free trade agreements.

South America 34

South America Chile Brazil America 34

Supply Chain Network

MAY 4, 2014

Millions of pallets are built and used in the supply chains of Canada every year and so any innovation around these pallets can have a significantly positive and far reaching impact on overall logistics and supply chain performance. In fact it is the only pallet on the planet that can do this.

Canada 106

Canada Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction 106

Zipline Logistics

APRIL 27, 2021

Freight rates rose sharply in 2020 and continue to remain elevated this year. Since last May, the freight market has grown almost uninterruptedly. While this ascent has benefitted carriers, CPG shippers have paid the price in rising freight rates that came on the heels of many continuous months of favorable pricing.

Freight 52

Freight Forecasting Trends Capacity 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 30, 2021

There’s a regulatory body called the FMCSA that governs truckers and commercial truck licenses. Of course, while the new training sounds good in theory, it probably won’t be possible to see how well it works until we’re a few years into the new protocol and we’re starting to see some traffic stats for comparison. The FMCSA Regulations.

Purchasing Training 98

Purchasing Training Training Price Mitigation Strategies Texas 98

CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 12, 2015

From monitoring carrier capacity and driver shortages to tracking diesel pricing and government regulations, staying current on the events in transportation means you will be better equipped to make knowledgeable business decisions and drive growth and efficiency into your supply chain. Government Regulations.

Transportation 34

Transportation Industrial Industry North America 34

GlobalTranz

MAY 20, 2015

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. Therefore, it is paramount for you as a logistics and supply chain professional to have a keen sense of how to properly evaluate a supplier.

Procurement Analytics 120

Procurement Analytics Metrics Quality Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Elementum

AUGUST 2, 2017

by 2020 globally, the logistics industry is booming. Logistics, the complex operation involving the movements of people, facilities, and supplies, is applied in every industry from manufacturing to retail to trade. The global logistics market is expected to grow from US $8.1T XPO Logistics Inc., in 2015 to US $15.5T

Logistics Network Optimization Software 60

Logistics Network Optimization Software Company Logistics South America 60

Elementum

APRIL 22, 2015

This growth has already exacerbated issues in an increasingly fragmented logistics landscape, causing retailers’ delivery costs to rise. The declining state of the United State’s industrial infrastructure has drawn a lot of attention in recent weeks as the US government continues to put off passing a spending bill to address the situation.

Cost Reduction Strategies 60

Cost Reduction Strategies United States Waste Reduction Expense Reduction 60

Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 28, 2020

Produce season transportation can have an impact on your freight, even if you do not ship grains, fruits, or vegetables. Refrigerated transportation is particularly at a premium and can be difficult to secure if not working with a logistics provider with an expansive network. What is produce season? Heaviest Peak: September.

Transportation 52

Transportation Rhode Island New Hampshire North Carolina 52

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Carriers, freight forwarders, and shippers that were dealing with the China to North America trade lanes were already operating in crisis mode. They are predicting Ocean is going to increase 2-3x from $10,000 to container to over $30,000 per container and that Air freight spot rates and lead times are going to increase 3-4 times.

Price Reduction 207

Price Reduction Ukraine Russia Logistics Network Optimization Software 207