GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Managing OTR transportation through disruption is a complex process. We’re sharing seven best practices to improve OTR transportation management, enabling shippers to stay competitive in the face of disruption. Let’s take a closer look at how to turn these practices into action. Across OTR Transportation Modes.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 24, 2023

Nick Dangles and Joe Lynch discuss winning in a down freight market. Nick is a tenured veteran of full truckload freight brokerage who has firsthand knowledge of technology’s power in the freight industry. About Kinetic Kinetic helps freight tech companies get their products to market faster and with better adoption.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

But to get them where they are needed you must know how to properly transport a crane. However, transporting large machinery such as cranes is no easy task. The size of cranes makes it challenging to transport one to a specific location. Below is a guide on how to properly transport a crane.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 6, 2020

The post Omnichannel Requires Fast Warehouse Transformation: Why & How to Do It Right| TALKING FREIGHT VIDEO appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis. Supply chain leaders need to understand why an omnichannel warehouse.read More.

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Locus

JUNE 9, 2023

In the midst of an outdoor movie screening of “Trucks,” a film about a town overrun by driverless trucks, a person from the crowd, who runs a transport service company, jokingly mentioned that while phantoms could handle the task, they couldn’t effectively control transportation costs. Click this! They are: 1.

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Locus

JUNE 9, 2023

In the midst of an outdoor movie screening of “Trucks,” a film about a town overrun by driverless trucks, a person from the crowd, who runs a transport service company, jokingly mentioned that while phantoms could handle the task, they couldn’t effectively control transportation costs. Click this! They are: 1.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 5, 2018

For example, a black swan event may include both the physical damage and ongoing disruption caused by a hurricane and subsequent bottlenecks, so shippers that know how to isolate the causes of poor visibility and areas that are likely to contribute to worsening of black swan events can effectively reduce their chances of coming to fruition.

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Bulk Connection

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

We’re talking about 3PL bulk freight agents: what they are, why they’re vital to the bulk freight supply chain, and how you might become one. Are you looking to be your own boss? Read on, as this article could describe the career move that’s perfect for you.

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Bulk Connection

MAY 7, 2020

It’s why transporting liquid freight is so critical to today’s supply chains. The paint on the wall, the condiments in the fridge, the adhesive under the carpet…just about everything you can see began inside a liquid bulk tank trailer. But the process is drastically different than moving cartons in a dry van.

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MercuryGate

MARCH 24, 2022

Using new technology and proactive, smart transportation is critical. So, too, is knowing how to allocate freight costs to inventory. The post How to Allocate Freight Costs to Inventory appeared first on MercuryGate International. Managing costs and expenses is a never-ending responsibility in the supply chain.

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 25, 2022

It has always been essential to have visibility into freight spending. Freight audit & payment (FAP) providers have long paved the way to gaining this visibility by looking at shipping invoices and breaking down freight spend. What Is Freight or Transportation Spend Management?

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 2, 2022

Understanding freight or trucking rates is vital in your supply chain. Because we still see many companies suffer the consequences of using the wrong freight rate. Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: Freight Benchmarking: What Is It? 12 Smart Ways to Reduce Your Freight Costs.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 28, 2018

That then allows us to create more of that kind of content for our award-winning blog This year we will feature the top blog posts by page views in the following categories: Manufacturing , Logistics , Freight , and the Supply Chain. We will also feature our top white papers of the year, Talking Freight. Share This: Read More.

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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 build this network and set up a platform that provides the data, resources, and support needed becomes difficult. Up to date training and education for team members and staff.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 29, 2020

Last mile service might have finally reached a point where it is more important than even freight delivery to the brick-and-mortar stores. The post How to Improve Last Mile Service With Better Trucker Relationships appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

An Update from Sharm El-Sheikh on Decarbonisation of Transport. Transportation accounts for 17 percent of global greenhouse gases (GHG) and 20 percent of global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Unlike in Glasgow, there was no dedicated transport day, nor a transport pavilion in Sharm El-Sheikh.

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TransAudit

MAY 31, 2022

Freight audit services are critical and paramount for any business that ships products. And if your business operates within a moderate to complex supply chain network, the accuracy of your freight audit and payment process can directly impact your costs. . Overview of In-House Freight Audit Services. Manually Auditing Freight.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 2, 2023

Joe Chandler and Joe Lynch discuss how to build a successful freight brokerage. Joe joined SPI in 2015 with three decades of prior experience as a transportation company executive and an industry consultant. He has held every executive role in transportation, including CEO, EVP, COO, CFO, CIO and CHRO.

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MercuryGate

APRIL 7, 2022

transportation, shipping, and logistics often get ranked as one of the most risk-prone of all industries. The post Logistics Compliance: How to Manage Freight Process Risk with TMS appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 21, 2023

The Green Corridor: The Emissions of Work – How to Make a Green Working Culture by Timothy Foote , Founder of Susymbio In this month’s Green Corridor, I wanted to talk about the emissions generated by a workforce physically going to work. We can see the exhaust coming out of tailpipes from cars and trucks.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 1, 2015

I often hear from novice shippers: “How can I find a great freight forwarder?”. The truth is that finding a great freight forwarder is actually rather easy. Here are nine items to look for when searching for the best freight forwarder for your company: Research, Research, Research. Modes of Transportation.

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PLS Logistics

MAY 7, 2021

Once you’ve decided to use logistics services for your business transportation needs, the next step is to choose a freight shipping company. More companies outsource their logistics operations or even the entire supply chain to logistics companies.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Predict and Prevent Freight Damage with Ilya Preston. Ilya Preston and Joe Lynch discuss ways to predict and prevent freight damage. Freight damage is not only expensive and upsetting to customers, but it is also ridiculously hard to figure out where, when, and how it occurred.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Ultimately, sustainability benchmarking can help companies to understand whether their initiatives are effective and give guidance on how to make improvements. The dashboard is part of a broader Sustainability Hub, which allows companies to collaborate and access freight emissions from FourKites tracked freight.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 29, 2020

Do You Have Hidden Freight Costs? Ocean freight article and permission to publish here provided by Katherine Barrios at xeneta.com. Freight forwarders and shippers/BCO s are on a constant quest to have a better understanding of their ocean freight costs and ultimately have larger margins. Email Address. Plan effectively.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 1, 2015

I often hear from novice shippers: “How can I find a great freight forwarder?”. The truth is that finding a great freight forwarder is actually rather easy. Here are nine items to look for when searching for the best freight forwarder for your company: Research, Research, Research. Modes of Transportation.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 1, 2015

I often hear from novice shippers: “How can I find a great freight forwarder?”. The truth is that finding a great freight forwarder is actually rather easy. Here are nine items to look for when searching for the best freight forwarder for your company: Research, Research, Research. Modes of Transportation.

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MercuryGate

MARCH 4, 2021

Transportation network managers need to shift from a reactive, operational approach to a more predictive method of shipping management. Instead, transportation and shipping managers must pursue assessments more strategically and proactively. An operational approach is acceptable for […].

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Our industry is facing unprecedented circumstances – shipping volumes are on the rise, but there’s a shortage of carriers to provide enough capacity for planned and unplanned freight demands. How can, therefore, shippers increase the efficiency of their LTL shipping operations while cutting down on costs and retaining their competitive edge?

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 6, 2023

It wouldn’t surprise me if he was talking to a transportation professional at the time. A lot has changed over the years, but Franklin’s advice remains as relevant and important as ever for transportation professionals. Benjamin Franklin is often credited with the quote, “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.”

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MercuryGate

JULY 1, 2021

Implementing an efficient transportation management system is a great way to streamline all digital freight management and supply chain operations. The post What Is Transportation Management System ROI? How to Evaluate When TMS Pays Off appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Ware2Go

JUNE 20, 2023

See the latest insights on ocean freight rates and other trends that fast-growing businesses should know about to plan for 2023 peak season. In this article: Ocean Freight: Key Stats & Industry News Ocean Freight Shipping: What to Watch For In 2023 Freight Shipping From China & Alternatives What Are The Current Ocean Freight Rates?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

What’s the Difference Between a Freight Forwarder and a Customs Broker? Freight forwarder rates article and permission to publish here provided by Victor at excelsior.ph. On top of that, transporting goods can be a time-consuming process, with a list of requirements to be submitted to the customs authorities for legal purposes.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 5, 2020

Get through the process of freight transport, order fulfillment, and last-mile delivery. Survive a four-foot drop (the most common height that package usually gets when dropping in transport). Hire a freight forwarder. The post How to Prevent Shipping Damage! Tips for Securing Your Products to Avoid Damages.

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Freight Center

APRIL 28, 2020

We’ve put together a few best practices on how to transport medicine the right way. With that comes the increasing demand for people buying medicines, supplements, vitamins, and the pharmaceutical supply chain needing to meet that demand.

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MercuryGate

MARCH 11, 2021

There is a critical metric that managers must closely monitor within the supply chain industry- total transportation costs. The post How to and What to Consider as Total Transportation Costs appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Green transportation services are sufficient to take the waste to their respective landfills. The transportation aspect can be handled using eco-friendly transportation methods, something we’ll discuss in the next section. Efficient Transport. If you use rail transport, consider using electric or hydrogen-powered trains.

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