GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

According to Logistics Management, more parcel carriers are moving heavier parcel shipments to less-than-truckload freight in e-commerce because they’re overwhelmed. This creates a wonderful opportunity for shippers to eliminate the middleman costs by considering the use of less-than-truckload freight options for e-commerce.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 12, 2018

Poor visibility in freight allocation is a leading reason shippers experience difficulty in managing freight, and this problem is evidence of a disconnect between the person managing freight and company stakeholders. Yesteryear, freight allocation was simpler. Download Here. New Series.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 28, 2021

That means identifying areas of waste, overlap and large volumes and enabling continuous improvement through the use of transportation metrics to track performance. Leveraging data for continuous improvement makes transportation optimization more synonymous with managed transportation.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Freight Audit may not be the sexiest aspect of transportation management, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t play a critical role in helping companies effectively manage and control their transportation spend, as well as provide valuable insight to drive continuous improvement.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 4, 2022

Whether your company is a big or small player in terms of shipping volumes, and regardless of your chosen transportation modes (road, rail, ocean, air), the health of your bottom line depends in no small part on the competitiveness of your freight prices. So how can you be sure you’re getting the best freight rates possible?

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 9, 2019

Editor’s Note: This article is from Steve Bettwy , Vice President – Quality and Business Continuity, Operational Excellence, and Continuous Improvement at Direct Supply. The post Amazon’s Freight (Train) Is Coming appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis. I bet it will.

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Kuebix

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Continuous improvement programs are important for reducing waste within your transportation processes – and overall business environment. With rising freight rates, lack of capacity, and the driver shortage, transportation operations must create strategies to eliminate waste, while lowering costs and boosting efficiencies.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Brian is passionate about Freight Network Engineering, building relationships, continuous improvement, analytics, and taking a hands-on approach in working with clients and teammates to achieve win-win solutions. Brian is a competitive and compassionate leader and happily married father of two young boys that love trucks.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2016

Business practices have become synonymous with the application and collection of data for continuous improvement. However, most of today’s data goes unused and represents a lost opportunity to the company. Unfortunately, data lacks value if not properly cleansed, transformed, and applied.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2015

As we round out the 5 categories, we come to the place of our expertise: Freight and Transportation Management. As a third party logistics provider squarely focused on freight and transportation management, we also understand that if we only talk about those two categories, we are not thinking well rounded enough. We hope you enjoy!

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 20, 2020

Freight market article and permission to publish here provided by Kevin Jessop at cerasis.com. The coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, continues to change basic supply chain functions. The impacts are not just limited to air freight market changes. The post The State of Uncertainty in the Freight Market! Subscribe Here!

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GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2015

Freight rating software is a necessity for shippers and 3PLs. There is more at stake in the choice of a freight rating system. When shopping for a Freight Rating Software System with TMS, look for key points that will add value and provide additional benefits for shippers. The Basic Functionality of a Freight Rating System.

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 31, 2021

One of the best tools to achieve those goals is by using freight audits and payment companies. After researching the best freight audit companies, a big question remains: how do you know which is truly the best? Let’s consider some of the top questions to ask when vetting freight audit and payment solutions.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

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. Download the White Paper: Over the Road Freight Management Trends. Carrier Vetting for OTR Freight.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2024

Regional supply chains will be shorter and more localised, enabling companies to benefit from reduced lead times, freight costs and emissions, at the same time as increasing control, responsiveness and resilience. Sustainability Everyone is now ever-more conscious of climate change and the importance of the sustainability agenda.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 23, 2020

The top freight KPIs you need to succeed enable continuous improvement, rely on real-time visibility and apply the latest in freight analytics capabilities. Furthermore, the use of freight metrics and KPIs is a testament to the.read More.

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The implications of reduced cost in just this one area of processing and freight payment management can have a significant impact on profits. But freight payment remains a very complex and often error-prone process. What Are Freight Payment Services. Freight payment service may also be known as freight audit and payment.

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MercuryGate

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

[link] global transportation management industry continues to grow in response to demand for faster freight, lower freight costs, increased visibility, and ongoing optimization. Improvements within route optimization bolster customer satisfaction […].

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

With Service Optimizer 99+ (SO99+) ToolsGroup’s manufacturing customers commonly achieve a 10-30% reduction in inventory, improve product availability to 96% or better, and reduce overhead (such as overtime and expedited freight) by 50%. 50% reduction in overhead (such as overtime and expedited freight).

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JULY 8, 2021

This blog will provide an overview of these best practices, how they benefit your company, and why working with a logistics provider can improve your small parcel supply chain. Recognize freight market conditions and current consumer expectations. Always focus on improving your customer experience and parcel freight strategies.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 1, 2021

These are some of the top transportation metrics to track for improved performance and continuous improvement. This is a way to determine which carriers are able to deliver properly and without issue, as well as identifying opportunities for packaging and label optimization to avoid freight claims.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 14, 2018

Hello and welcome back to another episode of “The Freight Project Podcast!” We hope you enjoy “The Freight Project Podcast.” We’ll publish every Tuesday right on the Cerasis blog and Freight Institute. We hope you enjoy this very first episode of The Freight project podcast! We hope you enjoy!

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 5, 2023

Blake joined Ruan in 2017, leading the company’s new customer onboarding and continuous improvement activities before taking a leadership role in Ruan’s Gases and Chemicals bulk hazmat operating group. About Blake Grolmus Blake Grolmus serves as the Vice President of Safety for Ruan Transportation Management Systems.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 23, 2023

Driven by a continuous improvement mindset and a commitment to operational excellence, Wagner Logistics employs best-in-class practices and industry-leading technology to ensure optimal efficiency, visibility, and accuracy throughout the supply chain. Episode Sponsor: Greenscreens.ai The Greenscreens.ai

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 21, 2020

Freight Moves on Relationships (and Trucks) with Nicole Glenn. Nicole Glenn and Joe Lynch discuss the topic, freight moves on relationships and trucks. Key Takeaways: Freight Moves on Relationships (and Trucks). Learn More About Freight Moves on Relationships (and Trucks). Informal phone calls outside. Candor Expedite.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

The solution may include a combination of the following services: freight brokerage, dedicated fleets, warehousing services, and contract logistics agreements. The company founder, John Ruan moved his first load of gravel on July 4, 1932. Ruan Transportation Management Systems Facts. 300+ operations nationwide.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 22, 2019

Based on the top Talking Logistics posts and videos this quarter, it’s clear that transportation management remains a hot topic of interest — everything from how to navigate the twists and turns of the market to how to leverage transportation management systems (TMS) and emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 12, 2016

enVista Releases New Analytics Dashboards for Freight Audit and Payment Solution. June 2016 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). Business Intelligence and analytics are playing a more critical role in freight audit, as I discussed with Stephen Craig and Sarah Riblon from enVista in a recent episode of Talking Logistics.

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QAD

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

While the focus is on delivering continuous improvements in cost, quality, production and delivery, significant environmental benefits often result in the areas of production efficiency and waste minimization. The supply chain is another area with plenty of room for improvement where sustainability can benefit.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 28, 2018

Shippers may then choose to move freight with either option depending on what is best for the shipper at that time. The TMS allows the shipper to then book the freight no matter what mode, ensuring that transportation management goals are met. The partnership of Cerasis and Pierbridge makes natural sense. About Pierbridge, Inc.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Pitney Bowes’ Operational Excellence group consisting of the Automation & Systems Innovation, Industrial Engineering, Operational Excellence, and Workforce Optimization groups: The Pitney Bowes Operational Excellence group is responsible for driving continuous improvement and innovation across the company’s global operations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2022

This is not a continuous improvement exercise, but a matter of survival as greater unpredictability prevails in our markets, continually taxing resources, and challenging forecast accuracy on both the demand and supply sides. Automate, automate, automate – This is not a new idea or trend.

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Arkieva

AUGUST 8, 2016

Sustainable Freight Action Plan for California is estimated to Improve Freight Efficiency by 25% in 2030. The Sustainable Freight Action plan released by California governor Jerry Brown outlines a long-term 2050 vision and guiding principles for California’s future freight transportation system. Supply Chain News.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 13, 2018

For instance, blockchain enhances freight auditing and invoice management, as well as cybersecurity. The capacity crunch is accelerating, and monitoring capacity, as well as working with multiple carriers, will be key to ensuring available carriers for freight. Continuous improvement will increase the value of blockchain.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

APRIL 21, 2020

TMS simplifies freight settlement and enables exception-only management of invoicing and accessorials. TMS supports improved carrier rate and performance management an overall carrier relations. TMS automation frees planners to focus on value-added activity like ensuring superior customer service levels.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

The problem is that the acceptance of lanes by the carriers does not force the carrier to accept the freight when tendered. If the carrier does not accept the freight, the manufacturer loses time in moving the freight and is often forced to go to the open market to source freight. On customer service? Inventory levels?

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Hello and welcome back to another episode of “The Freight Project Podcast!” On today’s Podcast episode Cerasis welcomes our very own Freight Desk Manager, Chris Longner. The Cerasis Freight Desk takes care of all of shipper customers’ inbound and outbound routing services. We hope you enjoy! Download eBook.

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