Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

When it comes to managing your freight spend, there are a few options to consider. The three traditional methods are the use of a transportation management system (TMS), transportation execution system (TES), and managed transportation services (MTS). The […].

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3rdwave

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

In today’s turbulent trading environment, strong global transportation management capabilities deliver exceptional benefits and value. In 2014, a Supply Chain Council survey found that managing global supply chain complexity was among the top 5 major issues. A very recent survey of U.S.

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3rdwave

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Managing a global supply chain network requires the ability to manage and control both global transportation execution and the associated freight spend. In a constantly shifting and competitive global trading environment, it is increasingly important to control all costs across the entire supply chain.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2015

Two major shifts are changing the face of global transportation management as we know it: Supply chains are becoming increasingly complex, relying on partners and data beyond the four walls of the enterprise; The very definition of global transportation management is broadening and expanding well beyond the traditional TMS scope.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Creating trucking efficiency through transportation management optimization is an essential part of supply chain management and network navigation. Download the White Paper: Over the Road Freight Management Trends. Freight Consolidation and a Larger Network Leads Logistics Efficiency. Working with a?

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BlueYonder

APRIL 2, 2024

This blog was co-written by Terence Leung and Jen McQuiston Our customers depend on Blue Yonder Transportation Management to achieve customer-centricity and operational resiliency across the globe. This fact drives us to innovate when it comes to our Supply Chain Execution solutions.

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3rdwave

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

From optimizing freight movements and controlling freight costs, to supply chain SKU transparency and optimal inventory management, global TMSs deliver crucial functionality.

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Oracle SCM

MARCH 30, 2016

Panduit is a global manufacturer of physical infrastructure equipment that supports power, communications, computing, control, and security systems. To learn more about Oracle Supply Chain Management applications visit www.oracle.com/scm. Click here to read the complete story.

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Intelligent Audit

MARCH 15, 2022

The continued growth of the TMS market means new software will be available, resulting in more data streams and increased access to data and supply chain management insights. International freight audit software can make it easier to manage freight costs, profits, and budgeting concerns. . from 2021 to 2028.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 28, 2018

How Generac Power Systems Cut Millions from Its Global Transportation Spend | Transportfolio. It’s challenging, too, and managing through change can be difficult. Integrating global freight services was only one challenge. It’s exciting when your company grows rapidly through merger and acquisition.

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Tailwind

APRIL 20, 2021

From real-time supply chain tracking to smart telematics systems, there are several tools that promise to refine freight operations and create a more streamlined supply chain. Its main draw, in the context of freight and logistics, is the security and transparency it offers. This is where innovations in technology come in. Blockchain.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 17, 2013

American Shipper recently released its annual benchmark report entitled “ Global Transportation Management Benchmark Study: Climbing the Visibility Sophistication Ladder.” It is an excellent report covering a number of pertinent industry aspects and challenges around developing visibility sophistication globally.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 11, 2013

In my previous article on the evolution of transportation management, Driving Value from a Transportation Management Center: Think Global, Act Local , I discussed how transportation best practices were evolving from more rigid, centralized control towers to more flexible and collaborative Transportation Management Centers (TMC).

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Talking Logistics

JULY 2, 2014

Russ Romine, VP Global Transportation Services at LEGACY Supply Chain Services , will address those questions and more in this timely and relevant episode. The post Navigating the Risks and Complexities of International Transportation appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 31, 2014

When considering your global transportation network, do you have the infrastructure needed to effectively and efficiently optimize it? Typically, this means freight consolidation, mileage reduction, and proper carrier selection. Does the same apply in the global arena? How does expedited freight fit into this?

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

As shippers of all sizes expand their global sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution operations, they have to navigate the complexities involved with global transportation management. What are the main challenges global shippers face today? Will the shipper-freight forwarder relationship change moving forward?

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

Many companies operating in the United States have achieved an inclusive look into their transportation spend, but unfortunately many companies that do business on a global level have struggled to achieve full freight process management. How are leading companies managing customs and regulatory compliance?

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 3, 2016

Freight Audit and Settlement : Manual processing of ocean invoices leads to inaccuracies and delays. Addressing these barriers and streamlining the entire global logistics process, therefore, should be the primary focus of a global transportation management system (TMS).

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 24, 2017

Paragon Software Systems Ensures Drivers Follow Optimized Transport Plans with Paragon Waypoint Mapping. LOG-NET announces release of Next Generation Global Transportation Management with its version 8.0. January 2017 North American Freight Numbers. NAFTA freight totaled $88.0 in February.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 15, 2016

“Logistics in Motion” was the theme of Descartes’ Evolution 2016 Global User & Partner Conference , and it adequately describes the dynamic nature of the logistics industry as well as the company. Enhanced transportation management for more complex planning and tendering requirements.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 20, 2015

Here Are 4 Reasons to Outsource Your Transportation Management. The Rebirth of Transportation Marketplaces (UberCARGO, Cargomatic, and Freight Friend). 5 Global Transportation Themes to Look Out for in 2015. Bitcoin: A New Supply Chain Operating System? Ready For the Next Port Crisis?

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GlobalTranz

JULY 9, 2015

Since the collapse of the housing market and the economy in 2008, the freight transportation industry has managed to claw its way out of a damaging situation and maintain historically low trucking rates. Unfortunately, this means an already-strained transportation industry will have additional needs. Reshoring Initiative.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

However, if your role is managing the movement of widgets from point A to point B, or multiple points, the freight procurement task before you can be labor intensive and time consuming — unless you use a technology solution specifically designed for transportation sourcing. Freight is unique. Data rules.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Ocean carriers, freight forwarders and shippers are all trying to figure out when the current ocean shipping congestion will ease. Will it be easier to find containers for shipments after the Chinese New Year in February? Or will it continue through 2022? That may be up for debate, but it’s becoming increasingly apparent that driving.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

About AscendTMS AscendTMS is a transportation management system (TMS) used by freight brokers, 3PLs, trucking companies, and shippers to manage their entire business operations. Key Takeaways: The Free TMS Free and open-source: AscendTMS is a free and open-source transportation management system (TMS).

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Supply Chain Collaborator

JULY 21, 2016

In its 2016 Global Transportation Management Benchmark Study, American Shipper reveals a great deal of data about who is using TMS, who should be using TMS and why. This speaks to the perception that TMSs are primarily for big shippers managing large volumes. Why haven’t you yet embraced cloud-based TMS solutions?

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 17, 2023

The fall in utilization and pricing, accompanied by a rising capacity reading, reveals a growing crisis in the transportation industry. A far cry from pandemic-era capacity shortages, today’s shippers are struggling to find the freight volumes they need to remain competitive in a high-stakes transportation marketplace.

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MercuryGate

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

[link] global transportation management industry continues to grow in response to demand for faster freight, lower freight costs, increased visibility, and ongoing optimization. Improvements within route optimization bolster customer satisfaction […].

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TMC

MARCH 9, 2017

It’s also important to have access to local expertise when evaluating ways to shift freight to the new Silk Road. The post The New Silk Road: Have You Evaluated Your Freight Options? For example, trains often must negotiate different national rail gauges along cross-border routes, and this can affect transit times.

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TMC

MARCH 9, 2017

It’s also important to have access to local expertise when evaluating ways to shift freight to the new Silk Road. The post The New Silk Road: Have You Evaluated Your Freight Options? For example, trains often must negotiate different national rail gauges along cross-border routes, and this can affect transit times.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 19, 2015

One area in particular, which both Sean Feeney and Kurt Cavano (Vice Chairman and Chief Strategy Officer at GT Nexus) highlighted in their keynote presentations, is Transportation Management Systems (TMS). Moving forward, GT Nexus plans to extend and enhance its TMS footprint across the full TMS lifecycle: Transportation Sourcing.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2015

Demand for transportation management systems (TMS) with global, multimodal capabilities is increasing, as companies continue to expand their global sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution operations. What challenges are shippers and freight forwarders facing in today’s global transportation environment?

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

ARC Advisory Group conducts an annual analysis of the global transportation management systems (TMS) market. The process concludes with the publication of ARC’s TMS Global Market Research Study, which analyzes the market shares across numerous […].

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

This adaptation allows shippers to find the best choice for each situation and manage the disruptions in the shipping industry. In today’s world, shippers often use a combination of carriers, last-mile deliverers, freight brokers, and third-party or private fleets. Steps to Optimize the Transportation Network for Shippers.

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TMC

AUGUST 23, 2017

Large carriers in both markets prefer freight with low demand volatility and high-density corridors, and to work directly with the shipper. In Europe, about 90% of the shipments managed by large EU carriers are actually subcontracted to small carriers. Technology helps carriers find freight outside their territories. In the U.S.,

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TMC

AUGUST 23, 2017

Large carriers in both markets prefer freight with low demand volatility and high-density corridors, and to work directly with the shipper. In Europe, about 90% of the shipments managed by large EU carriers are actually subcontracted to small carriers. Technology helps carriers find freight outside their territories. In the U.S.,

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TMC

AUGUST 23, 2017

Large carriers in both markets prefer freight with low demand volatility and high-density corridors, and to work directly with the shipper. In Europe, about 90% of the shipments managed by large EU carriers are actually subcontracted to small carriers. Technology helps carriers find freight outside their territories. In the U.S.,

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