Freightos

MARCH 27, 2024

More Resources Home TPM24: Key Takeaways on Geopolitics, Technology and Other Drivers of Ocean Freight in 2024 Judah Levine March 27, 2024 S&P Global’s TPM24 is the major annual North American gathering of shippers, forwarders, carriers and logistic technology providers. You can read the report and see our short webinar on the topic here.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

In today's ever more complex supply chain riddled with thousands upon thousands of processes, shipping freight has moved beyond tactical prowess for those who execute well and has evolved to now include strategic, innovative, and collaborative efforts to maintain not only a competitive edge but reduce overall transportation cost footprint.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 28, 2016

That's why it's vital for shippers to keep freight accounting best practices top of mind during this period of a slow-growing economy. What’s the Difference Between Freight Payment Processing and Freight Auditing? Freight payment processing is basically how a shipper can pay respective carriers for their services.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 13, 2019

This is certainly true in the transportation realm, where real-time freight visibility solutions are helping companies answer — quickly and accurately — Where’s shipment? The Broader Value Proposition of Freight Visibility. Matt shared additional examples related to inbound planning and inventory management.

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MIT Supply Chain

DECEMBER 15, 2020

But they do add costs and reduce the efficiency of freight networks. MIT CTL’s FreightLab believes so and is developing alternative contract formats that solidify full truckload agreements and give shippers and carriers more certainty about future freight movements. Is there a better way? A week later, on Nov. but not always.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 10, 2021

For example, Elemica is focused on the chemical and rubber markets but does not manage upstream (consumer products/food & beverage) or downstream flows (oil/gas). Continuing the argument, E2open’s sweet spot controls the flows of direct inbound materials for high-tech while GT Nexus is more focused on ocean freight management.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

We continue our series on what makes up a "Best in Class" shipper by taking a deeper dive into #4 and #5 of the 10 areas that "Best in Class" Shippers must master : Freight Spend Management and a focus on LTL Shipping Process. Managing Freight Spend and LTL Shipping Process. What Is Freight Spend Management? Process Management.

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Logility

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

For example, a global shipping enterprise harnessed the power of AI to fine-tune its worldwide freight system. AI in Action: Modern Supply Chain Planning Forward-thinking companies have already begun leveraging the potential of AI in their supply chain planning.

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Supply Chain Movement

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Here are a few examples of leveraging data to enable modern transportation orchestration: Do you need rapid and accurate evaluation of transportation options? Webinar Wednesday January 19. The same number (82%) view technology and digital solutions as another critical factor.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

In some cases, the counter-intuitive doubling down of investment, for example in coal-fired plants, is even encouraged and supported. Tim has crafted delivery solutions for many e-commerce clients and managed the supply chains for several chemical and freight forwarding companies. Synopsis: GeTS Webinar 9th Sept 2021.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

When you want to drive down your logistics and transportation spend, the very first thing that you need is freight and transportation data. Accurate freight and transportation data is particularly important. With freight costs rising, the task of teasing out hidden costs is becoming increasingly critical.

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CHAINalytics

JANUARY 17, 2023

For example, we have worked with … The post The Logistics Landscape Forecast 2023: A MercuryGate Webinar Recap appeared first on Chainalytics. These overarching trends included… Advances in autonomous logistics Newer systems can auto-select proper transportation modes and optimally plan routes.

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Cathy Roberson

JANUARY 2, 2023

For example: "E-commerce channels accounted for roughly 42% of our sales in the quarter at $22.7 Catch my weekly column on air cargo, freight forwarding, and the express markets, and the occasional podcast on Air Cargo World. Retailers reported overall growth in e-commerce sales in recent earnings calls.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

For example, some of our warehouses around the world produce more energy than they consume, using solar panels, wind power, LED technology and efficient equipment. To help our customers keep track and make informed decisions about their freight transportation options, we have developed “ a logistics eco-calculator” hosted on our website.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 29, 2017

Freight consolidation is the go-to solution for addressing capacity crunches, and since LTL shipments can be consolidated faster, they are first to fill available space in FT, explains Jeff Berman of Supply Chain 24/7. For example, the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate contains an exemption for short-haul shipments.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 20, 2022

For example, would we be willing to wait an extra day or two for our online orders to be delivered if we were to understand the impact of the decision on sustainability metrics? For example, Shri shared the story of Driscoll’s , which produces and distributes fresh food products like strawberries.

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Parade

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Technology has invaded the freight broker market along with the rest of the supply chain. In fact, Frost & Sullivan predicts that the digital freight brokerage segment will have grown to more than , $54 billion by 2025. The technology isn’t going anywhere, and the industry as a whole is seeing exactly how valuable it can be.

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Parade

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Technology has invaded the freight broker market along with the rest of the supply chain. In fact, Frost & Sullivan predicts that the digital freight brokerage segment will have grown to more than , $54 billion by 2025. The technology isn’t going anywhere, and the industry as a whole is seeing exactly how valuable it can be.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 22, 2022

For example: Your inventory manager likely wants better accuracy of the quantity and location of inventory. Picking (in batches, by expiry date or by location, for example). Packing (by items that are scheduled to be first off the truck, for example) and. Step 3: Develop a plan for ERP.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 16, 2023

The following are the insights gained from my discussion with Salim Shaikh , who leads Blue Yonder’s Automotive Industry Strategy, and James Peck , VP of Supply Chain Execution Presales, during a recent Blue Yonder Live and from webinars and automotive events that we prepared for.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 22, 2022

For example: Your inventory manager likely wants better accuracy of the quantity and location of inventory. Picking (in batches, by expiry date or by location, for example). Packing (by items that are scheduled to be first off the truck, for example) and. Step 3: Develop a plan for ERP.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 8, 2022

When it comes to executing mode-specific freight moves from origin to destination efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively, transportation execution and visibility solutions play a critical role. For example, when one company orders from a supplier in Asia to be delivered by a certain ocean carrier, the lead time is 24 days.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Supply chain professionals must also know how they will be shipping freight. As a result, suppliers can sell more product and materials, manufacturers can produce more finished products, and transportation staff can ship more freight. Executives Seek to Lead by Example. Brexit Will Continue to Cause Disruptions in Procurement.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 24, 2023

The following are the insights gained from my discussion with Salim Shaikh , who leads Blue Yonder’s Automotive Industry Strategy, during a recent Blue Yonder Live and webinars that we prepared for jointly. Can we use premium freight? Mahindra Mahindra is another good example. Can we get the supplies from an alternate source?

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2017

For example, companies needing to know their average fuel costs should also know the miles driven per vehicle, the weight of each load, the average cost of fuel per gallon, the speed driven, the number of trucks on the road, traffic patterns and idle time, reports Supply Chain Digital.

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Cathy Roberson

MARCH 14, 2022

It’s been a crazy month plus - new customers, three conferences, and a couple of podcasts and webinars. That said, we are watching oil prices, as freight operators can pass fuel surcharges along and there could be some freight expense pressure if the conflict continues and oil prices remain elevated,” Boyer said.

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Resilinc

JULY 13, 2021

(For more of our CEO’s sentiments, see her recent Harvard Business Review article and register for our July 15 webinar: The Case for a Pan-American Manufacturing Ecosystem. Ottensmeyer, CEO of Kansas City Southern (KCS) in a June 30 webinar sponsored by the Wilson Center. Kevin Brady (R-TX).

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 12, 2017

It manages inbound freight, not unlike the incoming blood supply from the lungs, and pumps it out to the remainder of your supply chain. For example, provide direction for each vendor that comes from a specific area. An inbound vendor routing guide is comparable the beating heart of your operation. Start Where Shipments Begin.

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Cathy Roberson

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

For example, as we have better functionality and capabilities in our Home Depot app, we see greater engagement. Catch my weekly column on air cargo, freight forwarding, and the express markets, and the occasional podcast on Air Cargo World. I wear a number of hats these days.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

In this free webinar, participants will learn a methodology for using LTL key process indicators (KPIs). The webinar will also cover ways to improve the number or on time shipments and improving customer service. The webinar will also cover ways to improve the number or on time shipments and improving customer service.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

When you are looking to choose a carrier when it is time to ship your freight, it might seem obvious to go with the carrier that provides you with the lowest “sticker price.” You have to think about several factors beyond just the freight rate. Paying a little more to get the freight to them on time is worth it.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 9, 2017

This might involve a system like mentioned in the opening example, where drones are deployed and return to trucks while on the road. If the example is scaled down, the AFC could be the size of a modern blimp and hold large pallets of orders for a local area. Create a pathway for information sharing with freight transporters.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 13, 2016

Shippers are focusing on using dimensional pricing to cut down on wasted space, and consolidation of freight has become the new buzzword. Although capacity is tight, especially considering the number of carriers who are prioritizing freight to boost production, reports Roger W. The Importance of Making Freight Attractive to Carriers.

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TMC

MARCH 23, 2017

The Zaragoza Logistics Center (ZLC) focused on city logistics solutions including the use of bicycles in urban delivery services, promoting freight movements during off-peak periods, and establishing networks of pick-up points in urban areas. Belo Horizonte’s plan includes local government, freight carriers and other stakeholders.

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Resilinc

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Last December’s Sunburst attack, in which hackers compromised SolarWinds Orion network management software and then used Orion updates to penetrate the networks of thousands of SolarWinds’ customers in the private and public sector, is an example.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 14, 2016

The North American Trucking Industry: Facts and Figures on Freight Movement is an infographic developed by TruckFreighter.com. For example, the top 5 border crossings are Laredo, Detroit, Buffalo, Port Huron, and Otay Mesa. Learn what and how freight is moving on the third largest continent in the world!

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

Shippers know truck carrier rates are the amount charged for transporting freight in a particular lane. First off, shippers should only use historical truck carrier rates for budgetary purposes such as planning transportation costs for certain freight. Is this a good idea? You Have A Good Amount Of Historical Data.

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