Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

For several reasons, working capital management and freight auditing remain vital for achieving growth and success in the modern supply chain. With the growing focus on and demand for two-day and even same-day shipping, consumers want fast and reliable shipping services, which always come at a price.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

The Move to LTL Digital Shipping. How New LTL Technologies & Processes are Changing the Shipping Game. Today, warehouses can utilize robots in all aspects of fulfillment processing , including both inbound and outbound freight management. Compatible with new, advanced order processing systems. Download WhitePaper.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 28, 2023

By 1956, the first container ship sailed from the port of New Jersey to Texas. That includes packaging, warehousing, shipping, and more. A well-planned logistics system ensures that goods can be delivered safely and reliably, on time and with minimal cost — preventing any major delays or missed deadlines.”

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 30, 2015

Transportation has followed the same evolutionary pattern, moving upstream from day-to-day freight transactions to an integral component of top-level corporate planning and procurement strategy. It is easy to understand why strategy is often set aside to meet immediate needs of getting product shipped out the door. Be demand driven.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 20, 2020

RPA can automate the uploading of reporting and contract data for transactions from contracts into Transportation Management Systems (TMS) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems with greater speed and accuracy. Freight Management. Freight management is driven by time-critical, manual tasks. Procurement.

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Large shipping companies that average at least $1 billion in annual revenue can report processing costs that come in 70 percent lower than smaller shippers in the market. The implications of reduced cost in just this one area of processing and freight payment management can have a significant impact on profits.

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Elementum

OCTOBER 3, 2018

Today, trucking, shipping, air shipping, and other logistics services are all experiencing disruption: As consumer expectations evolve, businesses are constantly pressured to deliver high-quality goods in the shortest amount of time. But issues surrounding labor and rising fuel prices pose real threats to the freight industry.

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Elementum

OCTOBER 3, 2018

Today, trucking, shipping, air shipping, and other logistics services are all experiencing disruption: As consumer expectations evolve, businesses are constantly pressured to deliver high-quality goods in the shortest amount of time. But issues surrounding labor and rising fuel prices pose real threats to the freight industry.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Accounting systems and other operational management systems simply don’t bother to measure waste and in particular, GHG emissions. Arcstone sells digital systems to optimize manufacturing. Crucially, the system will calculate the carbon emissions spewed out with every transportation move.

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Freight Center

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Shipping the Treats. Confectionary companies shift into overdrive creating and shipping their savory treats from A to B. Products like candy need specialty shipping; temperature-controlled trailers and carriers who can service the right lanes for the best rates. Ship alone if you dare. Avoiding the Tricks.

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Freightos

APRIL 16, 2015

We’ve rounded up the top 20 logistics technology innovations changing the way over $18 trillion dollars of goods are shipped annually. Optimized trucking capacity : Technology companies like 10-4 are optimizing capacity usage, closing the loop between truckers, shippers and brokers. [ 10-4 Systems , @10_4systems ].

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Compact commercial containers that resemble small refrigerators utilize AI algorithms to produce optimal water and light conditions — essentially controlling the weather — through a hybrid system of hydroponics and aeroponics.” Each container — the kind commonly seen on trains, trucks or ships — costs $85,000, not including shipping.

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E2open

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

(NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, announces that it has expanded its partnership with Surge Transportation, a digital freight brokerage providing real-time pricing and routing guide optimization for companies that ship goods over the road.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 1, 2022

Reports indicate that returns are higher when products are sold online, with an average return rate of 30% for ecommerce purchases, in comparison with 10% for brick-and-mortar sales. According to a study by Narvar , 75% of consumers have been given a refund without needing to ship back the product. Image source: Shipping Easy.

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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. e-Book] The Ultimate Guide to Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, & Freight Metrics & KPIs.

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Technology has moved businesses forward in creating efficient processes and gaining improved insights into transportation management and freight spend , but are you using these to your fullest advantage? Carriers can significantly impact shipping costs , customer experience, shipment options, and other factors.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 28, 2015

The transportation mode LTL, or Less Than Truckload, has grown to become the predominant, preferred means of freight transportation across the US. Additionally, industry experts and third-party logistics shipping providers ( 3PLs ) find themselves in the difficult position of ensuring the flow of merchandise continues as LTL use grows.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

In 2018, tender reject rates have reached as high as 25% in late July, and although they’ve fallen to nearly 14% more recently, that’s still a significant volume of freight moved via the spot market. Unsurprisingly, carriers are feasting on their advantage in this atmosphere. Consider the potential savings.

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 24, 2022

Logistics anomalies can create problems in the shipping process, contributing to issues that affect the business and customers. In addition, we present seven use cases of machine learning detecting anomalies in shipping activity or spend. Anomaly Detection in Freight & Shipping Data. Technology can help.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 29, 2016

Freightos Launches First International Freight Marketplace to Power $2 Trillion Worth of U.S. In other technology news, Freightos announced “the launch of the world’s first online marketplace for international freight, providing instant comparison, booking, and management of freight services from multiple logistics providers.”

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 10, 2017

Reducing Costs in Shipping with a Focus on Inbound Logistics Strategy. While some vendors might disagree with plans to implement and inbound shipping strategy to reduce your costs, remember that you must look out for your company first. Metrics and Auditing Prevent Overbilling and Overpayment to Vendors for Shipping Costs.

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Intelligent Audit

MAY 6, 2021

Of course, that’s possible only if a company can visualize the full movement of freight and know when it makes sense, financially and strategically, to take those steps. Further, data normalization has the ability to cut down on all the noise to uncover a true comparison between carriers, services lanes, and related fees.

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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! Freightera creates partnerships and systems and promotes new technologies that allow business to find the best price and lowest emission transportation options.

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Freight Plus

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

"Am I paying too much for my inbound freight?" - John C. While most companies keep a tight handle on their outbound freight as well as their commercial invoice costs, inbound freight is often overlooked. Your freight spend begins with your suppliers and vendors but it doesn't end there. Granby, CT. Clean data capture.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Whatever your Industry you should be able to make comparisons to competitors, do benchmarking, and even compare yourself on key metrics across industries. Raw Materials, Buyers, Planners, Product Data Management, Commodity Managers, Freight and Logistics, Distributors, Suppliers, Systems (eg.

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Freight invoice auditing and payment processing form a major revenue opportunity for shippers looking to cut costs. However, in-house versus outsourced freight audit and payment can have a significant effect on ROI. ” Still, it can be hard to understand what a freight audit entails and how it adds value.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 25, 2015

As we see this year, there are more cars on the road (meaning carriers want that attractive freight), and we are also seeing tight capacity. Don't let the bird not be the star of the show, make sure your freight is ready to go! That’s not just good news for consumers; capacity is opening up for freight carriers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Ocean shipping rates have plunged 60% this year. West Coast port congestion leads to new ideas in cross-country rail shipping. The national stockpile had been shipping to only about 5 locations per state and other jurisdictions. The cost to ship a 40-foot container from China to the U.S. As of Sept.

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Veridian Solutions

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Today, warehouses can utilize robots in all aspects of fulfillment processing , including both inbound and outbound freight management. Compatible with new, advanced order processing systems. Reduced shipping and handling costs. In the interim, is your company struggling with new systems or technologies? What’s Next?

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20Cube Logistics

JULY 24, 2019

We have heard of pilotless planes, driverless cars and unmanned trains, but have you ever heard of autonomous ships? Well, the shipping industry is evolving with new technologies and innovations and the most exciting discovery has been the use of autonomous navigation systems. Is an automated navigation system here to stay?

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AFFLINK

JUNE 14, 2016

Once you know your energy usage rates, you can start making comparisons, and find ways that you’re losing money or energy. Less-than-truckload ( LTL ) freight classification is a shipment based on the density of the products shipped. We’ve seen success in this area by implementing a reward system for employee carpooling!

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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. Using Transportation Management System/Software. Using smart phones to your advantage. Be proactive.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2017

How do shippers know if their carrier selection process for less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping is working? Knowing the proper metrics and data points to track promotes cost-effective shipping practices and can improve vendor, carrier and consumer relationships, reports Merrill Douglas of Inbound Logistics. Freight Damage.

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FLEXE

OCTOBER 20, 2016

She identified which model she wanted and then comparison shopped online. Consumers expect shorter product life cycles with higher product variety, same- or next-day delivery, free shipping and an option to order online and pickup in-store. As well as cut transportation costs, which helps cover the expense of free shipping.

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Intelligent Audit

MAY 9, 2022

With ongoing recovery firmly in progress across multiple industries, one of the most significant challenges facing freight forwarders, supply chain managers, and transportation service providers is the issue of payment and freight bill payment service management. Investing in a Highly Developed and Integrated Payment Tracking System.

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ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

You can conveniently work with the right suppliers by analyzing pricing, quality, and delivery times as the system helps you identify reliable suppliers, thereby, streamlining the procurement processes. Optimize delivery routes, improve freight operations, and propose the best shipping methods to you.

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Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The increasing pressure of the market, the rising consumer demand, and dwindling supplier deliveries have brought into full view the need for adequate and functional shipping cost allocations. Here’s the reality of the situation and how it adds up to lower total landed shipping spend through management of shipping cost allocations.

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