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What is Reverse Logistics and How Is It Different than Traditional Logistics?

GlobalTranz

Many people associate reverse logistics to simply cover returns, but it is much more broad than that. Beyond answering “what is reverse logistics,” it is important to understand the history of reverse logistics, the benefits of reverse logistics and why it’s a rising practice, especially in aftermarket industries.

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Last Mile Logistics: Why More Shippers Are Expanding Capability Into Last Mile Delivery

GlobalTranz

Last mile logistics remains a confusing part of the modern supply chain. While initially perceived as relatively simple, last mile logistics are much more critical than many shippers realize. Combined with the substantial growth of e-commerce, last mile logistics are also growing in terms of costs.

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[PODCAST] How Shippers Can Compete Against Rising Transportation Costs & Competition Using Data

GlobalTranz

On today’s episode we welcome Hannah Testani, Chief Operating Officer of Intelligent Audit , a global logistics and freight audit company. In this “The Freight Project Podcast” episode you’ll hear : Hannah address one the biggest issues shippers face today: rising transportation costs. Download eBook.

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Less Than Truckload Shipping Trends to Wrap Up 2018

GlobalTranz

Transportation is the largest sector of the economy, making up 8.9 percent gross domestic product (GDP), reports the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Shipping rates will continue to soar, and demand for more capacity will push the stretched industry to its breaking point, says Michael Angell of Freight Waves.

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5 Ways a 3PL Provider Can Transform Your Supply Chain

GlobalTranz

Logistics was genuinely essential to people being able to continue their lives, no matter how disrupted they were. Below are some of the critical characteristics to look for in a Logistics Service Provider partner to transform your supply chain. That’s where the 4PL or managed transportation relationship comes into play.

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[PODCAST] Transportation Tech & Data is Bringing Shippers & Truckers Together in the Quest for “Shipper of Choice”

GlobalTranz

In this “The Freight Project Podcast” episode you’ll hear : Why using transportation tech to get data allows shippers to treat drivers better & become “Shipper of Choice.” Transportation Tech Resources for Download. Big Data In The Supply Chain & Transportation Industry. Download eBook.

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Shipping Data: One of the Most Powerful Components of Logistics Optimization

Intelligent Audit

Recent trends, from rate fluctuations to tight capacity, have underscored the need look deeper at shipping networks, whether plumbing for more efficient routes or revisiting carrier contracts. The focus on visibility has generated an onslaught of transportation data — often from numerous sources. What is Shipping Data?