The Network Effect

JUNE 12, 2015

This means more air and sea freight on Europe-North America lanes, cross border feeds from Mexico and Canada, and increases in domestic North American transportation and warehousing for imported products. European based providers will experience more regional volumes in road transport from within Europe and to the East on the continent. Therefore, world currency changes do affect logistics providers. epSos.de/Flickr. Flickr.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Currency in India: Current State of Disruption, Confusion, and Economic Slowdown.Transportfolio. Two of India’s major currency denominations have been withdrawn since November 8. As of midnight that day, the India Rupee (INR) 500 and INR 1000—which constitute 86% of the currency in circulation in India —are no longer legal tender. Trucking and road transportation are witnessing an acute financial crunch, as 80% of operational costs are cash driven.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 21, 2016

Ideal transportation operations are difficult to achieve, but an ideal approach to improving transportation in the real world — finding real savings and adding value to other functional areas in the supply chain, or business more broadly — is achievable. These six steps allow shippers and 3PLs to improve transportation operations and increase supply chain value in the most ideal way possible.

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3GTMS

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Transportation management systems, or TMS, has taken hold of logistics and global trade within the last decade, and for good reason. The growth of TMS has, essentially, become enterprise software, allowing companies to scale through information exchange across the world, with different operations, languages, currencies, etc. The post What Is Transportation Management Systems Software (TMS)?

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

As the transportation operations of shippers and third-party logistics providers become more global and complex, so do their transportation management system (TMS) requirements. Multiple modes, multiple shipment legs, multiple countries, multiple currencies, multiple languages — in short, multi-everything! What are the main challenges shippers and 3PLs face in managing a multi-everything transportation operation?

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Supply Chain Collaborator

MARCH 21, 2018

March 21, 2018 – Fair Lawn, NJ – UltraShipTMS has again earned recognition as a notable vendor of enterprise transportation management systems and associated logistics IT solutions in Gartner’s esteemed Magic Quadrant report for Transportation Management Systems. He also remarked, “This organization is continuing to expand its multi-language, multi-currency capabilities which are being prepared for deployment on behalf of current customers with an existing global footprint.”.

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Cerasis

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Those accepting digital currencies, like Bitcoin, are already involved with blockchain, and TMS solutions that generate an ongoing ledger between parties, even 3PLs, may already have developed blockchain-based technologies that are within months, if not weeks, of launch dates. Blockchain and TMS Will Lead to Incorruptible, Efficient Energy Management Blockchain-based TMS has the potential to eliminate inconsistencies and errors in managing transportation and freight.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

more near-shoring and larger, less frequent shipments to minimize transportation costs). How will transportation, inventory, and sourcing policy decisions change in light of this cheap oil environment? So, with darts in hand, here are my supply chain and logistics predictions for 2016: The Transportation Management System (TMS) market will become more barbell-shaped as Software-as-a-Self-Service solutions emerge. Drones – The Birth of a New Transportation Mode.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 25, 2016

Omnitracs’ Roadnet® Transportation Suite 3.7.4 As highlighted in the press release: FedEx CrossBorder, a subsidiary of FedEx Trade Networks, offers e-commerce technology solutions that enable e-tailers to navigate common cross-border selling challenges —such as regulatory compliance, secure payment processing, multi-currency pricing, or credit card fraud protection— and offers access to e-commerce shoppers around the globe.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 6, 2016

Visibility also gets worse in the absence of a single transportation platform to manage disparate delivery modes. With a common visibility environment for all deliveries, thought-leading retailers make delivery choices by logically grouping orders heading to the same area, regardless of size and available transportation mode, which lowers costs while reducing lead times.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 28, 2017

Technically, Free Time is not free; you pay for it in your transportation costs. For example, I worked with a customer recently who budgeted demurrage at 4% of their transportation spend. One easily accessible option is a cloud-based Transportation Management System (TMS). If there is an issue involving any part of the transportation process, the end result for the shipper is often the same: they miss their time window for container unloading.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

dollar rises against foreign currencies, U.S. Sri is responsible for the global strategy, volumes and revenue for the ocean transportation. Guest Commentary Guest Commentary - CH Robinson Supply Chain & Logistics Trends Transportation Management bunker cost C.H. Robinson ocean transportation Panama Canal Safety of Life at Sea SOLASThe start of a new year means budget planning is likely back on your agenda.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JANUARY 15, 2016

This month, we highlight five key factors that impact the transportation industry in North America. exports for 2016, due to improving global economic conditions and a moderate softening of the dollar against other currencies. The post January Market Update: Transportation Industry News appeared first on Transportfolio. Carriers Market Update Transportation Market Transportation Policy Market update Transportation Industry

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 16, 2015

We track the revenues of fifteen prominent publicly traded enterprise software companies, translate financial results reported in foreign currencies to US dollars using an average exchange rate for the given reporting period. Cloud/Software-as-a-Service Transportation Management Systems Warehouse Management Systems ARC Advisory Group tracks the enterprise software market on a quarterly basis.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 19, 2018

But let’s be smart about it and not get hung up on the latest buzzwords like crypto-currencies and blockchain. Guest Commentary Guest Commentary - CH Robinson Transportation Management Hanjin ocean contracts ocean shipping transportationThe 2018-19 contract season for ocean shipping is here, and it’s time to think about the best way to approach negotiations.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 8, 2015

In addition to language and currency considerations, there are many other factors that come into play, including cost factors (duties, taxes, brokerage fees), customs compliance requirements (product classification, restricted party screening, import/export documentation), and complying with the address formats of destination countries to prevent delays and other issues with last-mile delivery. Ever get a song stuck in your head?

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 30, 2014

Currency is stable and inflation is under control. . Global Trade China cross-border trade Mexico NAFTA security Transplace transportation Troy Ryley It seems like we’ve come full circle with Mexico. A lot of companies set up operations and sourced from Mexico back in the 90s, then the focus shifted to China and other Asian countries, and now Mexico is back in the spotlight. What is it about Mexico that makes it an attractive trading partner again?

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Logility

AUGUST 14, 2020

Better forecasting implementations relate to: Preparing data for analysis; Measuring data currency, coverage and accuracy; Understanding how order fulfilment impacts your forecasts; and. Measuring data currency, coverage and accuracy.

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CH Robinson Logistics

JUNE 20, 2019

Until recently, single worldwide technology platforms weren’t available to companies with international operations, resulting in disconnected, inefficient networks separated by language, currency, and culture. Going beyond just transportation, integrated warehousing and distribution services help improve customer service, increase customs compliance, build consistent stability, and provide comprehensive business intelligence (all while mitigating inventory and moving costs).

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3rdwave

AUGUST 8, 2019

Demands on the transportation teams are growing as political posturing ramps up causing rapid disruption to global supply chains. Execution control provides the infrastructure that enables the transportation operator to manage, influence, and control all aspects of the global transportation activity from Purchase-to-Receipt or Sale-to-Delivery. Transportation Visibility and Exception Management. Aggregates SKU level visibility across the transportation life-cycle.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 26, 2015

I’m fairly conservative when it comes to banking (for example, I’m still not comfortable “depositing” checks using my smartphone ), so using a new digital currency, or “fake money” as my wife calls it, to buy stuff isn’t something that appeals to me, especially since bitcoin’s developer remains a mystery. But I read an article in this weekend’s Wall Street Journal – The Revolutionary Power of Digital Currency by Michael J.

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Cerasis

JULY 19, 2018

Bitcoin, the digital currency that saw record-breaking growth last year, is built on blockchain technology, providing an endless ledger of transactions. The post [WHITE PAPER] An Introduction to Blockchain and Its Potential Benefits and Drawbacks in Supply Chain Management appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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TMC

MARCH 2, 2017

To accomplish it, many turn to global logistics solutions that blend transportation management system (TMS) technology with supply chain expertise. Beyond your company’s ongoing tasks, you also must face and plan for the nuances of each region’s local logistics market, including different languages, currencies, taxes, and tariff systems. Global TMS Technology Global Transportation Management Implementation Transportation Management System

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TMC

MARCH 2, 2017

To accomplish it, many turn to global logistics solutions that blend transportation management system (TMS) technology with supply chain expertise. Beyond your company’s ongoing tasks, you also must face and plan for the nuances of each region’s local logistics market, including different languages, currencies, taxes, and tariff systems. Global TMS Technology Global Transportation Management Implementation Transportation Management System

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TMC

JUNE 8, 2016

What does a global transportation management system (TMS) look like? As a wider range of shippers globalize their logistics networks, TMS solutions capable of managing international freight transportation have become a key part of supply chain management strategies. Support for the management of bids for any method of transportation worldwide is another feature of globally connected TMS solutions. How to Differentiate a Globe-Spanning TMS.Connect.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Expect them to talk about the modes of transportation they offer. For any company moving products, variations in taxation, culture, currencies, and regulations will have important impacts for your overall business. Does it have the capability to handle global currencies and work across the key regions where you do business? Don’t settle for less than global technology that includes all types of global transportation.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 29, 2018

In addition to language and currency considerations, there are many other factors that come into play, including cost factors (duties, taxes, brokerage fees), customs compliance requirements (product classification, restricted party screening, import/export documentation), and complying with the address formats of destination countries to prevent delays and other issues with last-mile delivery.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 18, 2017

BluJay’s solution footprint is relatively broad, comprised of warehousing, transportation, commerce, and compliance applications, and following its acquisition of Blackbay last month , the company now has a suite of mobile applications (and a mobile development platform) too. Supply Chain Technology Trends Transportation Management Systems BluJay Solutions global trade network SOAR 2017 supply chain operating networkThis past April 1st, it snowed over 6 inches here in Boston.

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BluJay Solutions

DECEMBER 17, 2020

BluJay’s Transportation Management for Forwarders (TMFF) application is a single solution for complete supply chain execution—air, ocean, and inland freight—purpose-built for global forwarders, multi-station operations, and single-station freight forwarders.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 9, 2018

After an extended period of ceding ground to most currencies, the U.S. Regulation and Compliance Global Logistics All Logistics Transportation & Distribution All Technology Supply Chain Visibility SC Planning & OptimizationMuch more relevant now is any potential illnesses from a bout of inward-looking U.S. policy, namely imposing tariffs on steel and aluminum imports while keeping natural trading allies in limbo on whether or not it applies to them.

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The Network Effect

OCTOBER 30, 2015

The supplier will be responsible for: loading material onto transport vehicle. Note: This is an ongoing series of posts on new developments within the automobile supply chain, with examples of best practices. In earlier posts, I talked about order aggregation , new inventory replenishment policies , why a network model makes so much sense , and the all important ASN. Today I want to discuss international shipping management in the context of the new network platforms. .

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BluJay Solutions

DECEMBER 10, 2020

New Customer Portal launched with the latest release of BluJay’s web-based Transportation Management for Forwarders, purpose-built to meet the needs of today’s freight forwarders. Manchester, UK and Holland, MI – December 10, 2020 – BluJay Solutions , a leading provider of global supply chain software and services, announces the launch of Customer Portal along with the release of Transportation Management for Forwarders 21.0, With Transportation Management for Forwarders 21.0,

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ToolsGroup

JULY 11, 2017

3-9% reduction in transportation costs as a percentage of sales (overhead costs and profitability). One business, where finance was not involved in S&OP, was crushed by a rapid currency appreciation in the Swiss franc that made its products too pricey for the market. Finance speaks a different language than supply chain.

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Cerasis

JANUARY 22, 2018

Everyone seems interested in Blockchain technology in lieu of the crypto-currency craze. Twitter Facebook Google+ LinkedIn The post These Top Manufacturing Technology Trends will Fuel a Focus on Customer Experience in 2018 appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis. Going back to the Industrial Internet of things (IIoT), the use of Internet-connected technology increases risk in manufacturing. However, the risk is well worth it.

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Cerasis

AUGUST 21, 2018

Unlike blockchain technology’s proven and applied use in managing currencies, particularly the cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, the application of blockchain technology in logistics will take some time to sort out and plan. appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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