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. Transportation execution solutions allow shippers to connect to multiple carriers and then tender, track, and pay in the system.

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Precoro

MAY 19, 2023

To monitor supply chain performance, stakeholders of successful companies typically define supply chain metrics that are relevant to the given business and track these KPIs regularly. By setting benchmarks for metrics, analysts can recognize unsettling trends and take preventive measures on time.

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SupplyPike

APRIL 7, 2020

We’ve discussed the basics of OTIF and the fundamentals of OTIF before, but we thought we’d drill down deeper into the individual metrics. First, we’ll start by reviewing the basic goals of OTIF, and then we’ll dive into each metric and the compliance issues of each metric. For more information, check with your buyer.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 4, 2022

Whether your company is a big or small player in terms of shipping volumes, and regardless of your chosen transportation modes (road, rail, ocean, air), the health of your bottom line depends in no small part on the competitiveness of your freight prices. So how can you be sure you’re getting the best freight rates possible?

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GlobalTranz

JULY 13, 2015

Throughout the supply chain, the use of metrics to track and understand processes provides an invaluable resource for ensuring increased production and customer satisfaction. What Distribution Center Metrics Need Tracking? However, the most important metrics can be categorized into the following eight areas. On-Time Shipping.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Supply Chain Matters provides our latest update regarding the Red Sea Transport disruption impacting transport movements to and from European and Asian ports. Scenario and simulation based planning methods that quantify and weight various short and longer term impacts of global events toward key business metrics.

Transportation 52

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

High freight volumes across all industries in the trucking market are expected to continue into 2022.? The added strain on resources is on track to force high freight volumes to continue well into the next year. Energy Information Agency , U.S. Download the White Paper: Over the Road Freight Management Trends.

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20Cube Logistics

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The rapid rate of technological change and faster access to a greater amount of data are resulting in a transformation of the freight forwarding process. On top of all that, the role requires conveying relevant information to the right people at the right time. Considering cost-saving opportunities such as freight consolidation.

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Turvo

DECEMBER 9, 2021

A freight broker TMS has many vital functions that greatly enhance the operations of logistics companies. These digital tools allow organizations to seamlessly share information and automate processes that keep supply chains running smoothly and efficiently. Seamless Sharing of Information in Real-Time.

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Intelligent Audit

MAY 6, 2021

Transportation network optim ization is a leading goal for supply chains around the globe. That risk of something adverse occurring — a disruption — continues to drive investments of time and resources into more informed decision-making and leveraging logistics analytics. Track the Right Performance Metrics. Industry 4.0

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Talking Logistics

JULY 11, 2017

Bennett Adelson, CEO of MacroPoint discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: Why is real-time freight visibility so important for shippers and 3PLs? What benefits does real-time freight visibility provide to shippers, carriers, and brokers? How does freight visibility impact that metric?

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

On the transportation end of supply chains, shippers adapt to the transportation needs at any given time to ensure this part of the supply chain continues as well as possible. This is why transportation network optimization is important. What Is Transportation Network Optimization?

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Intelligent Audit

MARCH 15, 2022

The complexity of the transportation and shipping market continues to complicate even the most basic of transport services. International freight audit software can make it easier to manage freight costs, profits, and budgeting concerns. . Tracking Metrics and KPIs May Vary Widely by Location. from 2021 to 2028.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 29, 2024

million vehicles cross the bridge annually, or about 30,000 per day, according to the Maryland Department of Transportation. Transportation officials are sharing plans in an effort to minimize headache-inducing traffic jams. The Arkansas Department of Transportation expects 1.5 An estimated 11.5 Franklin St.,

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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. Why is that? What are some leading practices?

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GlobalTranz

JULY 8, 2016

Today, we wrap up our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). Today's post will cover the top 5 Transportation Management blogs from 2016 so far. Top Transportation Management Blogs from the First Half of 2016 So Far. Get The Full List Here.

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ShipBob

JANUARY 6, 2023

That’s where transportation management systems, or TMS, comes in. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at what a transportation management system is, why it’s important, and how you can choose a provider. What is a transportation management system (TMS)? Transportation management systems can perform a variety of functions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2023

As an engineer, former solutions architect and now CEO of a leading supply chain technology company, I have a real affinity and respect for Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and their teams, without whom successful enterprise technology deployments would be impossible. What does that look like? Let’s go back to OTIF. That covers “on-time.”

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Intelligent Audit

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

In freight auditing, freight audit advisors work with freight shippers to ensure that all charges are accurate and to prevent wasting money. Shippers can ensure they are getting the best possible rates from their carriers by working with a freight audit consultant. What Freight Auditing Is and Why It’s Important.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Customers use their modular, SaaS solutions to route, schedule, track, and measure delivery resources; plan, allocate and execute shipments; rate, audit, and pay transportation invoices; access global trade data; file customs and security documents for imports and exports; and complete numerous other logistics processes.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 30, 2015

Transportation has followed the same evolutionary pattern, moving upstream from day-to-day freight transactions to an integral component of top-level corporate planning and procurement strategy. As a strategic process, transportation procurement may still seem very tedious and challenging. Disaggregate freight spend data.

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3rdwave

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

In today’s turbulent trading environment, strong global transportation management capabilities deliver exceptional benefits and value. Massive shifts in supply chains are underway because of trade turmoil increasing the complexity in global supply chain management and related transportation management.

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

For several reasons, working capital management and freight auditing remain vital for achieving growth and success in the modern supply chain. Freight audit and payment management can help highlight and address these expenses. The Causes of Limited Working Capital and Cash Flow in Transportation Management.

Freight 52

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GlobalTranz

MAY 20, 2015

When you choose a company to transport your freight or to supply you with the materials you need to manufacture a product, you are putting your hard work and reputation in their hands. The next posts in the series will break down metrics and issues to consider in SQM by industry and conclude with a case study on the application of SQM.

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Intelligent Audit

DECEMBER 22, 2020

The key to better logistics is a streamlined system that utilizes business intelligence and processes that yield transportation optimization. Now, enterprises worldwide are turning the tables and looking for ways to enable continuous transportation optimization using a combination of technology and expert provided solutions.

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3rdwave

JULY 20, 2020

Too often – make that almost always – importers and exporters (BCOs – Benefiticcial Cargo Owners) are dependent on their NVOCC, Freight Forwarder or 3PL (3PL) to provide them with visibility into their global supply chains. independent performance metrics and analytics for management decision support.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 14, 2017

Transportation management systems ( TMSs ) are not a new concept, but where they are hosted now, in the cloud, is still new to the shipping industry. The basic benefit and reason for the cloud-based deployment of a TMS lies in storing information in a central location. Historically, companies . You simply log in and go. In a Nutshell.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 24, 2016

However, the needs of the modern shipping industry have reached an optimal point, and the only way to further push the envelope is by using a dedicated transportation management system (TMS). Freight Consolidation. Increased Security of Information. Reduces Errors From Manual Entry of Information. Contract Negotiation.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

The peak season definition is a continued evolution of the seasons in transportation. Even once a vaccine was available, additional breakouts of new variants in Shanghai put the brakes on transportation expectations for the Produce Shipping Season in 2022. When and What Is Peak Season ? Q2: The Produce Shipping Season.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Recently, CEVA Logistics joined the Singapore Changi Airport community in a humanitarian aid project to transport 14,000-kilogram of oxygen concentrators from Los Angeles to Jakarta via Singapore. We want to support and enrich these local communities through what we do best: logistics and transportation services. Acting for Planet.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 9, 2024

With the advancement of transportation, like wheels and navigation techniques, transport to distant territories was completed over shorter periods. The Industrial Revolution gave rise to large-scale production and transportation efficiency, which led to the modern logistics landscape that we know today.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 30, 2015

As data in transportation becomes more abundant and readily available, the question of “ What data is available ?” If it is difficult to navigate, sort, or understand it is still relatively useless information. The methods of evaluating metrics or developing KPIs vary significantly from company to company.

Transportation 120

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 18, 2015

meaningful and accurate performance metrics. In the interest of both, businesses are increasingly tying reverse logistical operations to transportation management as a natural fit. Many companies now outsource transportation, accounting, logistics technology, accounting, and other systems management. customer satisfaction.

Reverse Logistics 120

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2017

Some cite a lack of visibility or lack of control for reasons to not manage inbound logistics, and while proponents of “increased visibility” argue more information begets more effective inbound logistics strategy, its meaning gets lost in the murky waters of the internet. The information only gets grimmer from here.

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4WL Consulting

JULY 8, 2015

” Similar transformational patterns have also been seen in the transportation industry. There’s been a shift from executing daily freight transactions to integrating top-level corporate planning and procurement strategies. This is helpful for transportation planning as more focus is placed on future happenings.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 20, 2017

The question becomes, “how are you comparing your transportation metrics to what’s happening around you?” You need to explore the metric relationships to see the full story. Reviewing the metrics simultaneously helps identify potential cause-and-effect relationships.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 17, 2022

To succeed in the transportation and logistics business, 3PLs need to be able to hire and retain the very best talent while keeping a lid on costs. based transportation and logistics providers. Does role playing work in freight? – LSG’s broad offering ranges from staffing to technology, marketing, sales, and BPO services.

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