Locus

MAY 4, 2023

The logistics industry relies on the efficient transportation of goods between locations and line haul transportation plays a significant role in this. In 2021, in the United States alone, the total transportation logistics costs came to around 1.2 What is line haul transportation? trillion U.S. from 2019 to 2027.

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Managers of freight carrier networks and supply chains have a lot to keep tabs on with day-to-day operations in the supply chain ecosystem. Knowing how to set up such a freight carrier network can give supply chains a significant advantage over competitors. The Problems Poor Freight Carrier Network Design and Implementation Can Cause.

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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. Online freight booking. Technology.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

More than a year into a freight capacity crisis that shows little sign of weakening, it’s time for all parties involved in logistics and freight transportation to meet this issue head on. Freight Capacity Crisis: How Did We Get Here So Quickly? That all changed with the summer of 2017.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 16, 2022

Featuring Our Top 16 Articles on Freight and Logistics! Along with EXIM Cargo, Apollo LogiSolutions also provides services that include: Freight Forwarding Port Clearance Customs Brokerage & Handling Warehousing & Bonded Warehouses Third-Party Logistics First-Mile & Last-Mile Connectivity. Subscribe Here!

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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.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

This system uses giant warehouses, lots of trucks, and even cool robots to move things quickly. We’ll look at their warehouses, their delivery tricks, and even how they use new technology to make things faster. The inner workings of logistics at Amazon are a marvel of efficiency, precision, and constant innovation.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 11, 2019

The transportation industry has long discussed blockchain with a healthy dose of skepticism or has taken a wait-and-see approach to its adoption. Even though most have little-to-no IT support or technology, they dominate a mode of transportation that can’t be ignored. Small but mighty. with eight trucks or less.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Alexa Heads to the Warehouse (WSJ – sub. Transplace Acquires Yusen Logistics’ Intermodal & Freight Brokerage Group. Trimble Acquires Brazil-Based Veltec to Expand its Global Portfolio of Transportation Solutions. Freight trucking startup Shipwell gets a $10 million boost (TechCrunch). Alexa in the Warehouse.

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Here are some of the key trends that are gaining popularity in 2022: Workflow automation will bring 3PL enterprises closer to their clients through increased electronic cooperation reducing TATs and improving customer experience. Innovation To cope with labor, freight movement, and distribution networks, 3PLs should embrace change.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JANUARY 18, 2021

Distribution management includes forecasting, transportation, warehousing, and delivery within the larger universe of logistics and supply chain management. Warehouse inventory management systems (WMS). Click here for warehousing and distribution options available to you. What is Distribution Management? Communication.

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ShipBob

MARCH 28, 2024

Ecommerce businesses that import products internationally are typically concerned with two things: The speed at which the products will arrive at their warehouse The impact on their cash flow The journey of a large shipment from China to the US doesn’t simply leave a warehouse and arrive at your business’s doorstep.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 29, 2019

Changing Regulations Will Make Drivers’ Jobs Easier According to John Paul Hampstead of Freight Waves , a new regulation reached by the Federal motor carrier safety administration will allow drivers to use cameras as a substitute for two rear-view mirrors. The Move to LTL Digital Shipping. The Move to LTL Digital Shipping.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 15, 2013

The Top 10 Transportation Management Systems. Each year as businesses of every size and industry fight to broaden market share the same old questions haunt the boardrooms, “How can we reduce transportation costs? Transportation Management Systems. JDA Transportation Manager. How do we streamline our supply operation?”.

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American Global Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2023

Air freight has evolved dramatically, especially after the pandemic. Since then, air freight has adapted to various market demands and technological advancements. Air cargo refers to the transportation of goods via an air carrier, which may be charter or commercial. With that, let’s start with a brief industry analysis.

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Zipline Logistics

APRIL 11, 2023

Cargo Theft Increases in the United States Cities seeing a spike in freight theft include Los Angeles, Houston, Miami, Savannah, Newark, New Jersey, Memphis, and Chicago. This cities are being targeted for their high population density combined with ports, warehousing, or rails leaving freight vulnerable.

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Tailwind

OCTOBER 30, 2020

DOVER, NH, October 28, 2020 – Envase Technologies, a mission-critical software platform for the intermodal supply chain, announced today the acquisition of Tailwind Transportation Software, an industry-leading Transportation Management System (TMS) built for freight brokers, intermodal, and over-the-road trucking companies.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2015

Amazon Buys Thousands of Its Own Truck Trailers as Its Transportation Ambitions Grow (Re/code). Electronic Logging Devices to be Required Across Commercial Truck and Bus Industries. HighJump Partners with Advantage2Retail to Bring Best-of-Breed Warehousing Software to Retailers. Paragon Software Systems Introduces Route Control.

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Ware2Go

DECEMBER 1, 2021

This guide includes best practices, warehouse setup, and technology requirements. Consumer preference for ecommerce shopping and fast, inexpensive shipping has led businesses to incorporate cross-dock warehouses into their fulfilment process to deliver on those preferences without breaking the bank. What Is Cross-Docking?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Electronic commerce (e-commerce) has paved the way for easier cross-border transactions, with customers having no qualms of ordering products located halfway across the globe. There’s more to overseas order fulfilments than knowing about shipping container transport. Look For The Best Freight Forwarder. Infographic).

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Talking Logistics

JULY 7, 2014

ATA Calls for Swift Issuance of Electronic Logging Device Regulations. Moving on to other news, UPS announced the addition of a Full Container Load (FCL) rail solution to its China-to-Europe transportation lineup. The new rail service is up to 50 percent faster than ocean freight and up to 70 percent less costly than air freight.

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6 River Systems

JUNE 25, 2019

Most warehouses are on an ongoing mission to maximize productivity by optimizing workflows, automating processes and reducing waste (both time and resources). More than 50% of your warehouse labor is in pick and pack, so start there. ” — How to Maximize Warehouse Efficiency , Parcel Pending; Twitter: @ParcelPending 5.

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Savi

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Supply Chain Challenges: Freight Volume Rising, Driver Shortage Growing The shipping industry plays a critical role in world economics. Today’s driver shortage is helping to drive transportation costs higher. As the chart indicates, truck transport costs rose sharply in 2017 and aren’t slowing down.

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Freightos

MARCH 3, 2015

So when I asked Cathy Roberson, a senior analyst at Transport Intelligence and a tech-enthusiast who is vox supplychainus on Twitter at cmroberson06 , I was not surprised when she sent me back an analysis that seems to match up perfectly with some of Google’s recent projects: Google Glasses, Android and 3D printing. yellowbox].

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Once the returns process has been initiated, the TMS must include an integrated solution that automatically pairs the specialized carriers that will pick up the item from the customer and the linehaul carrier that will return the product to the warehouse. High-cost products include electronics, medications, and specialty equipment.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Freight Companies Scramble to Reroute Goods in Wake of Harvey (WSJ – sub. Manhattan Transportation Management Enhancements Enable the Acquisition and Supervision of Additional Shipment Capacity. August is usually a quiet month for supply chain and logistics news, but not this year, especially the past couple of weeks. million.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 1, 2019

According to a recent survey conducted by Forbes Insights , 65% of logistics, supply chain and transportation executives acknowledge the necessity to revamp existing models and add flexibility to business operations in order to ensure omnichannel delivery, reduce costs and meet the ever-shifting consumer demand. Smart warehouse.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

Click the links below to compare this year's innovations to those from previous years: Top 10 Supply Chain Innovations of 2017 : exoskeletons, autonomous forklifts, flying warehouses, last-mile delivery, and more. Top 10 Supply Chain Innovations of 2016 : robot pickers, bridge-inspecting drones, autonomous freight shuttles, and more.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Rebounding freight volumes and the proximity of the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate are set to change the industry in 2017, reports Sean Kilcarr of FleetOwner. The LTL freight industry outlook for 2017 would be incomplete without addressing warehousing difficulties. Shipping LTL Rates Will Improve.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JULY 8, 2021

Recognize freight market conditions and current consumer expectations. When developing or reviewing your current small parcel strategy, freight market conditions and current customer expectations are key factors to consider. As you execute parcel freight, you want shipments to move efficiently while mitigating costs.

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QAD

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Warehouses are full and short-staffed, affecting how merchandise is received. Because import freight is sitting on docks longer and warehouses receiving containers are backlogged, we’re also seeing a shortage of containers and chassis to move containers. Global Trade and Transportation Execution. Production Execution.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 8, 2021

There are tiers for rates, mode, and freight class, but there’s another layer of logistics. That’s the overview of white glove services evolution and it’s another piece of the transportation terminology puzzle. It’s important to know how white glove services and transportation management go together. Define liability.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 3, 2022

What’s the Difference Between a Freight Forwarder and a Customs Broker? When a merchandise enters the country, it reaches controlled warehouses whose purpose is to save what is in the import process and wait for its customs clearance in Mexico. Logistics & Transport. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Advance Dispatch.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 4, 2018

Today’s truck capacity shortage can be linked to several market forces, some that the transportation industry has dealt with for years and others that are new and unfolding. economy in 2017 and so far in 2018, manufacturers have been producing more goods than usual and requiring more freight to be shipped. What are the real causes?

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

If so, I invite you to attend two of the sessions that I am participating in, both related to transportation management: TMS 4 SMB: A Case Study with Carhartt. TMS solutions recently evolved to not only solve complex transportation problems for large shippers, but to also better meet the needs of the SMB market. Room: Sun 3-4.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 15, 2016

A decade ago, Descartes’ solution footprint was relatively small: route planning solutions, a domestic transportation management system (TMS), and its Global Logistics Network for trading partner connectivity. Enhanced transportation management for more complex planning and tendering requirements.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 7, 2017

LLamasoft Offers Customers Access to FLEXE Marketplace for On-Demand Warehousing Services. Fuel-Cell Maker to Help Amazon Improve Warehouse Efficiency (WSJ – sub. World-Class Logistics Solutions providers MercuryGate and Banyan Technology Announce Integration Partnership. See also news from Onfleet linked above.

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