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Because 3PL providers are volume shippers, they may qualify for discounted shipping rates from major freight companies. The post Understanding E-Commerce Fulfillment: Definition, Process, Resources! Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. MORE
The journey to digitize freight, while initially off to a slow start, has gained momentum in the last two or three years. They’re licensed to be an ocean freight forwarder, and they’ve bought some aircraft and an airport; and of course they are a huge warehousing player. MORE
Cerasis is not a freight forwarder, but technically a freight broker/transportation intermediary who specializes in North American Transportation Mangement primarily for less than truckload shipping, truckload, and small package. Thinking about entering the freight movers field? MORE
A good place to start is with your freight claim procedures. Without getting into the more complicated details of freight claim management, here are 5 simple filing tips that you can use right away. File Your Freight Claim as Soon as Possible. The last thing that you want is for your freight claim to be denied due to time-barring. You have 9 months to file most freight claims. So cover yourself and file your freight claim as soon as you can. MORE
Definitions Emerging Trends Environment Freight & Transportation Information Technology Matrix Commerce New Ideas Retail Retail E-Commerce Third Party LogisticsSure that all of you have heard of, and are at least somewhat familiar with, Augmented Reality (AR). MORE
However, it definitely appears the days are numbered for a single e-commerce fulfillment operation being a viable customer delivery experience solution for all of Canada. Customer demands for more rapid and cost effective e-commerce delivery seem to be increasing on a daily basis. MORE
Did you know by definition, a 3PL is considered a freight broker and must go through the process each year to invest in their own business so they can support those? Or are you a Logistics Manager curious about what it costs to become a freight broker either because you want to know that whom you are working with has done all the right things (you know, since they'll be managing your freight) or because you yourself may want to be a freight broker? MORE
They form a common means of commercial intermodal freight transport. Within a local area the LTL freight operator has a number of vehicles which collect shipments from their customers. Truckload shipping is the movement of large amounts of similar freight, usually the amount necessary to fill an entire semi-trailer or intermodal container. Truckload shipments are generally handled less, cost less per unit shipped and have less freight damage. MORE
Even the freight transportation industry can't avoid this problem. That's why we've put together 5 free resources for freight brokers like you can't afford to miss out on. Are you ready to change the way your freight brokerage operates? JW Surety Bond's Free E-Book: How To Become A Freight Broker. If you're looking to become a freight broker, this is your best guide to getting started. Study.com's Best Freight Broker Training Programs List. MORE
“Freight spend is up 15% year over year and it is eating into the bottom line! Supply chain management leaders, especially in transportation, are under heavy fire from CFOs for the dramatic increases in freight spend that are eroding the profitability of shippers in every industry. MORE
Two early pilots were facilitated by Supply Chain Network and carried out in 2003 and 2006 with both representing successful demonstrations of the potential supply chain benefits available through ‘Internet of Things’ implementations. MORE
So what exactly is the definition of “Supply Chain Management”? But that being said there are still a large number of definitions of “Supply Chain Management” Let’s review some of those definitions here: 10 Definitions of Supply Chain Management! MORE
The cost of your operations, materials, and freight and logistics can be a substantial portion of your total operating expense. The post Brand Protection – The Definitive Role of the Supply Chain! Subscribe Here! Email Address. MORE
One of these terms, free or freight on board, also has irony within its name. What Exactly Is Freight on Board? Freight on board, also known as free on board, refers to a set of Incoterms that govern who owns and pays for a shipment when traveling overseas. Freight prepaid. MORE
To provide some context my definitions are based on the premise of how far removed the entity performing the logistics processes is from the original source of the finished product. Therefore on the 3plmanager.com blog the following definitions apply: 1st Party Logistics (1PL). MORE
Definitions Education Emerging Trends Freight & Transportation Information Technology New IdeasGlobal trade continues to accelerate both in volumes and complexity. MORE
Again let’s consider each of the nodes in your Supply Chain to be “highways” By definition any highway only has so many lanes. Check out Freight and Logistics (Part 4) – Do You Have Hidden Freight Costs? . Subscribe Here! Email Address. MORE
Cash Supply Chain Definitions Education Emerging Trends Freight & Transportation Information Technology Inventory New Ideas News & Info Professional Communications Security Supply Chain Management Supply Chain RiskGuest post from Ned Blinick of 3rdwave. MORE
LTL Carrier Profile: UPS Freight. UPS Freight is the fourth largest less than truckload (LTL) carrier with approximately $2.4B UPS Freight has 6.9% UPS Freight is based in Richmond, Virginia. UPS Freight is a business segment of United Parcel Service, Inc. Domestic Package, International Package, and Supply Chain and Freight. LTL Carrier Profile: UPS Freight Services. UPS also has guaranteed day-definite delivery and expedited services. MORE
Air freight is often more expensive than any other mode of transportation. When considering the cost of a modal shift to air cargo, keep in mind that the freight cost is only one component of the equation. MORE
Associations Conferences Definitions Emerging Trends Environment Freight & Transportation Information Technology Materials Handling & Distribution New Ideas Retail Retail E-CommerceReally enjoyed my time at this year’s RILA Supply Chain conference and as I highlighted in my pre-conference blogpost several transformative technologies are all now moving into their early implementation phases at the same time. MORE
Definitely benefiting from a healthy economic climate; however, it was their freight brokerage divisions that really shined. In fact, freight brokerage in general continue to shine bright thanks to capacity constraints within the trucking industry. freight brokerage firm, C.H. MORE
We’ll get to that; but first, let’s start by reiterating the basic definition of last mile logistics. supply chain technology, IoT freight supply chain management Supply Chain E-commerce logistics last-mile delivery 3PL parcel post dock scheduling system yard managment system MORE
Cerasis is by legal definition a freight broker. As a shipper, you must understand how changes to the freight broker world might affect your rates and understand the transparency of the freight broker you use to see how it impacts them. MORE
Freight spend is up 15% year over year and it is eating into the bottom line! Supply chain management leaders, especially in transportation, are under heavy fire from CFOs for the dramatic increases in freight spend that are eroding the profitability of shippers in every industry. On the other end of the line, the exasperated head of transportation responds, “Listen, my team now spends eighty percent of each day scouring the spot market just to get all of our freight covered! MORE
In 2019, digital freight isn’t a vision; it’s a reality. There are now literally dozens of platforms, from enterprise forwarders to top five ocean carriers, air freight carriers to online marketplaces , that prove this. So where will freight be in 2019? MORE
Definitions Education Emerging Trends Environment Freight & Transportation New Ideas Retail Retail E-Commerce Third Party LogisticsThe future of fulfillment is fast approaching and it’s now all about mastering something called Distributed Logistics! What is Distributed Logistics? MORE
The digitization of freight is one topic that has generated a lot of industry buzz and animated discussion over the past couple of years, but also a lot of confusion and questions. What exactly is freight digitization? Defining the digitization of freight. Given the confusion and questions surrounding the digitization of freight, I began our discussion by asking Brian for his definition. Is Blockchain part of freight digitization? MORE
The trucking industry, which moves 70% of US freight, has been facing a driver shortage for the past 15 years. The hour-of-service regulation has affected the industry’s productivity, hence the need for more trucks and drivers to move the same amount of freight. MORE
Since today is the last day of the year before we all get ramped up towards a productive 2016 and after finishing out top 10 most read articles in each of our five main categories ( Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation , & Freight ) we wanted to give you all a treat and list the top 50 most read articles of all time from the Cerasis blog. 8 Most Common Reasons Why You May Receive a Freight Claim Declination Letter. Happy New Year! MORE
Freight Visibility and Control: Introducing the Freightos Baltic Index (FBX). The underlying premise dates back further, even for freight. By 1985, the Baltic Exchange published its first daily dry bulk freight index. A New Freight Index. MORE
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. Goodwill notes shipment data granularity and analysis are linked with better freight allocation , which means making use of the full spectrum of available shipping options, including full truckloads. Yesteryear, freight allocation was simpler. MORE
Frankly, one of the best fields currently out there is freight brokering. With new technology firmly on their side, and freight broker bonds ensuring high industry standards, today’s freight brokers are showing the rest of us how it’s done. How do freight brokers avoid this? MORE
International Air Freight Shipping: Definition. While 90% of everything is shipped by ocean, air connects the world faster, cutting China-US freight shipping time from 20-30 days by ocean to only 3 days by air cargo. International air freight and express freight shipments are not the same thing. These shipments are usually smaller (less than one cubic meter and 200 kilograms) than air freight. Definitely not the greenest way to ship. MORE
After a turbulent few years, news of global air freight volumes is hotly anticipated and feared in equal measure. In reality, the most recent figures announced by IATA in October 2013 prove there is continued growth in air freight, but that significant regional variances are in play (e.g. MORE
Gregory (Greg) Lehmkuhl has been named President of Con-way Freight Inc., president and CEO, who has served as interim President of Con-way Freight since August 2010. Greg Lehmkuhl’s team-building experience and management skills have been instrumental in returning operating stability and profitability to Con-way Freight,” said Stotlar. “He These strengths will serve him well as he assumes the leadership reins at Con-way Freight.”. Con-way Inc. MORE
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 11, 2019
Because 3PL providers are volume shippers, they may qualify for discounted shipping rates from major freight companies. The post Understanding E-Commerce Fulfillment: Definition, Process, Resources! Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 13, 2018
So what exactly is the definition of “Supply Chain Management”? But that being said there are still a large number of definitions of “Supply Chain Management” Let’s review some of those definitions here: 10 Definitions of Supply Chain Management!
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 20, 2018
The cost of your operations, materials, and freight and logistics can be a substantial portion of your total operating expense. The post Brand Protection – The Definitive Role of the Supply Chain! Subscribe Here! Email Address.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 17, 2018
To provide some context my definitions are based on the premise of how far removed the entity performing the logistics processes is from the original source of the finished product. Therefore on the 3plmanager.com blog the following definitions apply: 1st Party Logistics (1PL).
Talking Logistics
JANUARY 23, 2019
The digitization of freight is one topic that has generated a lot of industry buzz and animated discussion over the past couple of years, but also a lot of confusion and questions. What exactly is freight digitization? Defining the digitization of freight. Given the confusion and questions surrounding the digitization of freight, I began our discussion by asking Brian for his definition. Is Blockchain part of freight digitization?
Freightos
JANUARY 31, 2019
In 2019, digital freight isn’t a vision; it’s a reality. There are now literally dozens of platforms, from enterprise forwarders to top five ocean carriers, air freight carriers to online marketplaces , that prove this. So where will freight be in 2019?
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Cerasis
SEPTEMBER 7, 2017
One of these terms, free or freight on board, also has irony within its name. What Exactly Is Freight on Board? Freight on board, also known as free on board, refers to a set of Incoterms that govern who owns and pays for a shipment when traveling overseas. Freight prepaid.
Freightos
JANUARY 8, 2019
The journey to digitize freight, while initially off to a slow start, has gained momentum in the last two or three years. They’re licensed to be an ocean freight forwarder, and they’ve bought some aircraft and an airport; and of course they are a huge warehousing player.
Freightos
APRIL 24, 2018
Freight Visibility and Control: Introducing the Freightos Baltic Index (FBX). The underlying premise dates back further, even for freight. By 1985, the Baltic Exchange published its first daily dry bulk freight index. A New Freight Index.
Cerasis
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. Goodwill notes shipment data granularity and analysis are linked with better freight allocation , which means making use of the full spectrum of available shipping options, including full truckloads. Yesteryear, freight allocation was simpler.
Logistics Trends and Insights
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
Definitely benefiting from a healthy economic climate; however, it was their freight brokerage divisions that really shined. In fact, freight brokerage in general continue to shine bright thanks to capacity constraints within the trucking industry. freight brokerage firm, C.H.
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The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 13, 2013
LTL Carrier Profile: UPS Freight. UPS Freight is the fourth largest less than truckload (LTL) carrier with approximately $2.4B UPS Freight has 6.9% UPS Freight is based in Richmond, Virginia. UPS Freight is a business segment of United Parcel Service, Inc. Domestic Package, International Package, and Supply Chain and Freight. LTL Carrier Profile: UPS Freight Services. UPS also has guaranteed day-definite delivery and expedited services.
Cerasis
DECEMBER 31, 2015
Since today is the last day of the year before we all get ramped up towards a productive 2016 and after finishing out top 10 most read articles in each of our five main categories ( Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation , & Freight ) we wanted to give you all a treat and list the top 50 most read articles of all time from the Cerasis blog. 8 Most Common Reasons Why You May Receive a Freight Claim Declination Letter. Happy New Year!
Talking Logistics
MAY 23, 2018
“Freight spend is up 15% year over year and it is eating into the bottom line! Supply chain management leaders, especially in transportation, are under heavy fire from CFOs for the dramatic increases in freight spend that are eroding the profitability of shippers in every industry.
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 6, 2013
They form a common means of commercial intermodal freight transport. Within a local area the LTL freight operator has a number of vehicles which collect shipments from their customers. Truckload shipping is the movement of large amounts of similar freight, usually the amount necessary to fill an entire semi-trailer or intermodal container. Truckload shipments are generally handled less, cost less per unit shipped and have less freight damage.
Freightos
JANUARY 12, 2017
International Air Freight Shipping: Definition. While 90% of everything is shipped by ocean, air connects the world faster, cutting China-US freight shipping time from 20-30 days by ocean to only 3 days by air cargo. International air freight and express freight shipments are not the same thing. These shipments are usually smaller (less than one cubic meter and 200 kilograms) than air freight. Definitely not the greenest way to ship.
Cerasis
JUNE 29, 2015
Cerasis is not a freight forwarder, but technically a freight broker/transportation intermediary who specializes in North American Transportation Mangement primarily for less than truckload shipping, truckload, and small package. Thinking about entering the freight movers field?
Supply Chain Network
OCTOBER 3, 2018
Definitions Education Emerging Trends Environment Freight & Transportation New Ideas Retail Retail E-Commerce Third Party LogisticsThe future of fulfillment is fast approaching and it’s now all about mastering something called Distributed Logistics! What is Distributed Logistics?
LeanCor
NOVEMBER 5, 2013
A good place to start is with your freight claim procedures. Without getting into the more complicated details of freight claim management, here are 5 simple filing tips that you can use right away. File Your Freight Claim as Soon as Possible. The last thing that you want is for your freight claim to be denied due to time-barring. You have 9 months to file most freight claims. So cover yourself and file your freight claim as soon as you can.
Supply Chain Network
MARCH 22, 2018
Definitions Emerging Trends Environment Freight & Transportation Information Technology Matrix Commerce New Ideas Retail Retail E-Commerce Third Party LogisticsSure that all of you have heard of, and are at least somewhat familiar with, Augmented Reality (AR).
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Again let’s consider each of the nodes in your Supply Chain to be “highways” By definition any highway only has so many lanes. Check out Freight and Logistics (Part 4) – Do You Have Hidden Freight Costs? . Subscribe Here! Email Address.
Supply Chain Network
MAY 5, 2015
Two early pilots were facilitated by Supply Chain Network and carried out in 2003 and 2006 with both representing successful demonstrations of the potential supply chain benefits available through ‘Internet of Things’ implementations.
Elementum
JULY 18, 2016
The trucking industry, which moves 70% of US freight, has been facing a driver shortage for the past 15 years. The hour-of-service regulation has affected the industry’s productivity, hence the need for more trucks and drivers to move the same amount of freight.
BluJay Solutions
NOVEMBER 14, 2013
After a turbulent few years, news of global air freight volumes is hotly anticipated and feared in equal measure. In reality, the most recent figures announced by IATA in October 2013 prove there is continued growth in air freight, but that significant regional variances are in play (e.g.
Supply Chain Network
NOVEMBER 2, 2017
Cash Supply Chain Definitions Education Emerging Trends Freight & Transportation Information Technology Inventory New Ideas News & Info Professional Communications Security Supply Chain Management Supply Chain RiskGuest post from Ned Blinick of 3rdwave.
CH Robinson Transportfolio
JANUARY 20, 2015
Air freight is often more expensive than any other mode of transportation. When considering the cost of a modal shift to air cargo, keep in mind that the freight cost is only one component of the equation.
Supply Chain Network
NOVEMBER 17, 2017
Definitions Education Emerging Trends Freight & Transportation Information Technology New IdeasGlobal trade continues to accelerate both in volumes and complexity.
Supply Chain Network
SEPTEMBER 22, 2013
However, it definitely appears the days are numbered for a single e-commerce fulfillment operation being a viable customer delivery experience solution for all of Canada. Customer demands for more rapid and cost effective e-commerce delivery seem to be increasing on a daily basis.
Supply Chain Network
MAY 11, 2018
Associations Conferences Definitions Emerging Trends Environment Freight & Transportation Information Technology Materials Handling & Distribution New Ideas Retail Retail E-CommerceReally enjoyed my time at this year’s RILA Supply Chain conference and as I highlighted in my pre-conference blogpost several transformative technologies are all now moving into their early implementation phases at the same time.
Supply Chain Collaborator
MAY 23, 2018
Freight spend is up 15% year over year and it is eating into the bottom line! Supply chain management leaders, especially in transportation, are under heavy fire from CFOs for the dramatic increases in freight spend that are eroding the profitability of shippers in every industry. On the other end of the line, the exasperated head of transportation responds, “Listen, my team now spends eighty percent of each day scouring the spot market just to get all of our freight covered!
Cerasis
FEBRUARY 9, 2015
Frankly, one of the best fields currently out there is freight brokering. With new technology firmly on their side, and freight broker bonds ensuring high industry standards, today’s freight brokers are showing the rest of us how it’s done. How do freight brokers avoid this?
Cerasis
AUGUST 19, 2015
Even the freight transportation industry can't avoid this problem. That's why we've put together 5 free resources for freight brokers like you can't afford to miss out on. Are you ready to change the way your freight brokerage operates? JW Surety Bond's Free E-Book: How To Become A Freight Broker. If you're looking to become a freight broker, this is your best guide to getting started. Study.com's Best Freight Broker Training Programs List.
Supply Chain Network
SEPTEMBER 22, 2011
Gregory (Greg) Lehmkuhl has been named President of Con-way Freight Inc., president and CEO, who has served as interim President of Con-way Freight since August 2010. Greg Lehmkuhl’s team-building experience and management skills have been instrumental in returning operating stability and profitability to Con-way Freight,” said Stotlar. “He These strengths will serve him well as he assumes the leadership reins at Con-way Freight.”. Con-way Inc.
C3 Solutions
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
We’ll get to that; but first, let’s start by reiterating the basic definition of last mile logistics. supply chain technology, IoT freight supply chain management Supply Chain E-commerce logistics last-mile delivery 3PL parcel post dock scheduling system yard managment system
Cerasis
OCTOBER 13, 2015
Did you know by definition, a 3PL is considered a freight broker and must go through the process each year to invest in their own business so they can support those? Or are you a Logistics Manager curious about what it costs to become a freight broker either because you want to know that whom you are working with has done all the right things (you know, since they'll be managing your freight) or because you yourself may want to be a freight broker?
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