The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

He began his career in transportation with ABF Freight in 1991 as a Pricing Analyst, progressing through several positions including Director – Rating & Traffic Services. He is a two-time winner of ABF Freight’s President’s Club. He is a two-time winner of ABF Freight’s President’s Club.

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 11, 2021

Nominations for the 2022 FreightTech 100 Awards are now being accepted With the upcoming peak season on our minds and with more than 25 years of revolutionizing freight auditing and payment processing, Intelligent Audit wants you to take a moment to reflect on the past year’s innovations and humbly asks for your nomination.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 13, 2021

The internal dimension refers to the space inside the box. In comparison, the external dimension refers to the outside size. That is because that refers to the space inside where your product would be put into. This refers to the quality of a product to easily be broken or damaged. Breakability of the Product.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

Third party logistics (3PL) is the function by where the owner of goods outsources numerous components of the supply chain to a 3PL company that can perform the management function of the clients’ customs, inbound freight, distribution, warehousing, order fulfilment and outbound freight to the client’s customers. Order Fulfilment.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 18, 2018

Freight Rate Update Wk7. Weekly update article on the Freightos International Freight Index exploring rate trends and their driving forces. Coming out from the Chinese New Year holiday shutdown, with international freight movements from China at a standstill, air and ocean pricing from China barely moved last week. TRADE LANE.

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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. In the matrix, this is referred to as a secondary impact.

Capacity 52

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Freight Rate Update Wk6. Weekly update article on the Freightos International Freight Index exploring rate trends and their driving forces. Air Freight Pricing. That said, China-US air freight rates barely moved from last week, currently at $3.25-$5.00 (USD/kg). Ocean Freight Pricing. Manageable. Manageable.

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EC Sourcing Group

MARCH 12, 2023

This can also happen when the wrong product is supplied, when an order is missing a packing slip, or when the order is delivered to the wrong location. Invoice errors refer to discrepancies during the invoicing process.

Procurement Analytics 52

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Intelligent Audit

APRIL 20, 2021

Without the cleanse and normalization step, it is difficult to have an “apples to apples” comparison when going into negotiations. Additionally, companies should create a quick shipper profile checklist to reference as you go into negotiations, including: What are the top services you utilize the most often?

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

In modern freight transportation services, GRI stands for General Rate Increase. The GRI shipping term refers to the usual increase in fees that are applied to container shipping rates. But over the past 18 months, GRIs and surcharges have become nearly synonymous with freight costs as a whole. and Canada. and Mexico.”.

Shipping 52

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 20, 2015

Are you looking forward to becoming a master of logistics, handling freight management with increased efficiency? Freight Management will be a far easier task when you know how it all fits in the grand scheme of things. Such a plan will make sure you have better business opportunities in the long run. Being aware of locations.

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Freight Plus

APRIL 9, 2019

With all of this in mind, it's easy to see the impact 3D printing can potentially have on freight, logistics and the supply chain. For comparison's sake, subtractive manufacturing refers to processes that cut away material to create a part.). What is 3D Printing, Really? 3D printing is also known as additive manufacturing.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

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DAT Solutions

DECEMBER 30, 2015

Freight brokers offered four days’ worth of loads for vans, and five days' worth of loads for reefers, but most truckers were not interested in working even the full four days. Expect rates to trend up a little more this week , as shippers accelerate freight movements to close the year on a high note.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2017

Freight Damage. Freight damage occurs, but it should not be occurring frequently and without reason. Shippers tracking damage need to also track average costs associated with damaged freight, including returned items, refused shipments, insurance claims and changes in insurance premiums using Less-than-Truckload data.

Data 151

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 19, 2023

Load consolidation means less trucks on the road to deliver the same freight, which is important as far as carbon emissions. By comparison, 85 percent of orders are accomplished in one delivery for those at the 75th percentile. By comparison, 85 percent of orders are accomplished in one delivery for those at the 75th percentile.

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Intelligent Audit

APRIL 13, 2021

One critical but often overlooked component of successful shipping and logistics management remains freight audit and payment processes. Create a Clear Strategy for Freight Audit and Payment. For efficient freight audit and payment processes, carrier scorecards are another of the top helpful digital tools.

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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. Peak produce shipping season refers to the time period when the largest volume of fruits and vegetables are harvested and subsequently shipped to markets across the US, impacting truck capacity. North Carolina.

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

In the supply chain industry, the freight audit process can provide a competitive advantage for invoicing and cutting back costs. As reported by Supply & Demand Chain Executive , “As the shipping industry becomes more complex, so too does freight payment. What Is Freight Audit and Payment. Reactive Versus Proactive Auditing.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 24, 2018

Investopedia defines Distribution as “Distribution management refers to overseeing the movement of goods from supplier or manufacturer to point of sale. Distribution management is an overarching term that refers to numerous activities and processes such as packaging, inventory, warehousing, supply chain and logistics.”

Distribution 92

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Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 28, 2021

As highlighted by Hellenic Shipping News , ocean freight has seen a steady increase in recent months, but those impressive numbers are dwarfed by more than double the dry container freight rates and demands. Cost allocation refers to systematically associating costs to an individual process, service, or department.

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ShipBob

JANUARY 8, 2021

B2B ecommerce refers to processing orders for businesses or retailers, rather than sending orders directly to consumers. B2B orders are often purchased less often, sold in bulk, and shipped via freight (or parcel for smaller orders). B2B orders are often sold in bulk and are shipped via freight (or parcel for smaller orders).

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Parade

JUNE 17, 2019

Every freight brokerage uses one— or a combination of— four main booking structures: 1) Outbound region, 2) Inbound region, 3) ‘Carrier manager' model, and 4) ‘Free for All.' Freight Brokerage ‘Booking Structures’ 1: Outbound Region The outbound region model is also referred to as the ‘outbound state’ model. Is it California?

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GlobalTranz

MAY 18, 2021

There are many terms in logistics to consider, such as last mile logistics and last mile delivery , but they end up sounding confusing because all freight has a last mile portion. Broker (freight): Individual or company that serves as a liaison between another individual/company that needs shipping services and an authorized motor carrier.

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Parade

JULY 17, 2019

Every freight brokerage uses one— or a combination of— four main booking structures: 1) Outbound region, 2) Inbound region, 3) ‘Carrier manager' model, and 4) ‘Free for All.' Freight Brokerage ‘Booking Structures’. The outbound region model is also referred to as the ‘outbound state’ model. 1: Outbound Region. 2: Inbound Region.

Freight 60

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Supply Chain Network

MAY 4, 2014

Let’s start by more specifically defining both Plastic and Composite pallets, followed by a quick comparison on some key characteristics. In the case of horizontal collaboration benefits transportation synergies of 10 to 15% of overall freight costs have been proven facilitated through the use of RFID pallets. Jeff Ashcroft.

Canada 106

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Industry respondents said they don’t see an end to current freight conditions, and 2022 TL rates are expected to be up approximately 5.25% compared to this year.” Within the United States, freight transportation price increases get reported 30 days prior to going into effect. Automate and Secure Freight Payment Management.

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ShipBob

MAY 11, 2020

For example, if you sell football equipment, it might be popular in the US, but it may not be as popular overseas since football is largely a US sport, and ‘football’ refers to soccer in other countries. Does the country you’re looking to launch into have a need for your product?

Expense Reduction 52

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Intelligent Audit

APRIL 24, 2019

For example, one carrier might use the code “freight” while another refers to the same service as “line haul” or by a simple number code such as “400”; all meaning the same thing. However, it is this exact comparison that is needed in order to optimize and find the greatest cost savings for shippers.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2015

This sounds like a comparison to warring civilizations; however, this concept remains applicable to the manufacturing industry of modernity. The Renaissance refers to a medieval period in which art, technology—like the telescope—music, design, and culture changed drastically from tradition. What Is a Manufacturing Renaissance?

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