Supply Chain Digest

JULY 22, 2025

link] Robert Transportation Manager, N/A Posted on: Aug, 30 2016 Good article! Gary Buchs Owner Operator , Self, Landstar Business Capacity Owner Posted on: Dec, 17 2017 In My Opinion, the fact that capacity will tighten should be obvious to everyone engaged in the transportation. We have to keep this in mind.

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Supply Chain Digest

JULY 1, 2025

Eurasian Rail Freight: Demand for rail freight between Asia and Europe has surged, leading to congestion and longer booking times. link] Robert Transportation Manager, N/A Posted on: Aug, 30 2016 Good article! Contingency planning for alternative ports is essential. I am sending this to my colleagues who work with me.

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 25, 2025

Click here to send us your comments That according to a recent blog post by the maritime analysts at Drewry, which noted that “More than five years have passed since the huge shipping disruptions, damaging port congestion, and cost spikes of the Covid period, but one feature has remained: freight rate volatility.” Likely I'm off base?

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 6, 2025

link] Robert Transportation Manager, N/A Posted on: Aug, 30 2016 Good article! Gary Buchs Owner Operator , Self, Landstar Business Capacity Owner Posted on: Dec, 17 2017 In My Opinion, the fact that capacity will tighten should be obvious to everyone engaged in the transportation. We have to keep this in mind.

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Supply Chain Digest

JULY 11, 2025

All that is distant memory now, as the maker of freight trucks powered by hydrogen fuel cells announced it had begun selling off its assets. link] Robert Transportation Manager, N/A Posted on: Aug, 30 2016 Good article! In order to help companies decide objectively to reshore manufacturing back to the U.S.

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 10, 2025

The monthly report from Cass and partner Tim Denoyer of ACT Research is based on data from the billions of dollars of freight bills that Cass pays for its shipper clients. in 2024, and so far is trending toward another decline in 2025, Cass says, as carriers navigate the lousy freight environment. Supply Chain Digest Says.

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Supply Chain Digest

JULY 18, 2025

Meanwhile, our supply chain and logistics stock index, which is made up of more than 20 stocks across freight carriers, logistics service providers, and supply chain hardware and software vendors, lagged the S&P, with a gain of just 10.3% link] Robert Transportation Manager, N/A Posted on: Aug, 30 2016 Good article!

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 13, 2025

"Other" costs - always somewhat vague, and mostly involving certain IT expenses and some services such as freight forwarding, were up 2.8%, though this bucket is by far the smallest of the three main categories at just 7.0% of total transport costs and 38.5% With overall transport costs rising 8.7%

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 16, 2025

link] Robert Transportation Manager, N/A Posted on: Aug, 30 2016 Good article! Gary Buchs Owner Operator , Self, Landstar Business Capacity Owner Posted on: Dec, 17 2017 In My Opinion, the fact that capacity will tighten should be obvious to everyone engaged in the transportation. We have to keep this in mind.

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 25, 2025

He founded a new freight company called “Federal Express,” to denote his national ambitions. link] Robert Transportation Manager, N/A Posted on: Aug, 30 2016 Good article! John Smith Road driver, Yellow Posted on: Jul, 13 2023 Sean O'Brien is using Yellow freight as a pawn in the UPS and T-Force negotiations.

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 19, 2025

link] Robert Transportation Manager, N/A Posted on: Aug, 30 2016 Good article! Gary Buchs Owner Operator , Self, Landstar Business Capacity Owner Posted on: Dec, 17 2017 In My Opinion, the fact that capacity will tighten should be obvious to everyone engaged in the transportation. We have to keep this in mind.

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 17, 2025

link] Robert Transportation Manager, N/A Posted on: Aug, 30 2016 Good article! Gary Buchs Owner Operator , Self, Landstar Business Capacity Owner Posted on: Dec, 17 2017 In My Opinion, the fact that capacity will tighten should be obvious to everyone engaged in the transportation. We have to keep this in mind.

Gartner 41

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Supply Chain Digest

JULY 2, 2025

link] Robert Transportation Manager, N/A Posted on: Aug, 30 2016 Good article! Gary Buchs Owner Operator , Self, Landstar Business Capacity Owner Posted on: Dec, 17 2017 In My Opinion, the fact that capacity will tighten should be obvious to everyone engaged in the transportation. We have to keep this in mind.

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Supply Chain Digest

JULY 15, 2025

link] Robert Transportation Manager, N/A Posted on: Aug, 30 2016 Good article! Gary Buchs Owner Operator , Self, Landstar Business Capacity Owner Posted on: Dec, 17 2017 In My Opinion, the fact that capacity will tighten should be obvious to everyone engaged in the transportation. We have to keep this in mind.

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Supply Chain Digest

JULY 9, 2025

TuffAir’s site states that it plans to launch in the fall, “with high performance aircraft, lean operations and a scalable model to connect overlooked freight corridors across the Midwest. TuffAir argues that its strategy is unique and is designed to facilitate cheaper, faster regional air transit for freight. ( What do you say?

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Supply Chain Digest

JULY 17, 2025

In addition, with no end in sight for ongoing freight market weakness, rolling stock that doesn’t have a traditional internal combustion engine is seen by many as too pricey for all but the deepest-pocketed carriers. link] Robert Transportation Manager, N/A Posted on: Aug, 30 2016 Good article! kilowatt-hour (kWh) per mile.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2015

The next step in procurement is then managing vendors and keeping service providers accountable for continued improvement. This is the first post in an ongoing series on effective KPI management from third party logistics consultant, Chuck Intrieri, of The Lean Supply Chain. . All KPIS have metrics to measure.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 29, 2015

We conclude our ongoing series in talking about effective KPI management by giving you a real live Logistics KPIs management case study from Whirlpool's engagement with a logistics service level provider. The Reiterated Importance of Understanding and Managing KPIs in Business and Logistics Management.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2015

Freight rating software is a necessity for shippers and 3PLs. There is more at stake in the choice of a freight rating system. When shopping for a Freight Rating Software System with TMS, look for key points that will add value and provide additional benefits for shippers. The Basic Functionality of a Freight Rating System.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 27, 2015

In our first post in the series, we set the mindset of the shipper by going over the 9 key topics to understand about effective KPI management and followed that post with the 7 strategic performance business practices to track and 4 KPI problems to solve. . At times, an audit of the percentage behind KPIs will be necessary.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 23, 2015

We continue our series on understanding the 3PL KPIs (Key performance indicators) from 3PL consultant, Chuck Intrieri of The Lean Supply Chain as it relates to the engagement with a 3PL. We began our series first writing about the 9 key broad and somewhat soft topics to understand in effective KPI Management. What is lacking?

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 19, 2018

Warehouse managers face many challenges. Vendors need to have access to the latest inbound freight routing guides and more. These challenges can be overwhelming, but supply chain executives and managers can simplify the process by tracking these top warehouse management KPIs (key performance indicators).

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 8, 2012

When you have chosen a 3PL partner, insure that you have an effective Service Level Agreement (SLA) with accompanying Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to manage the Service Level of the 3PL. This SLA/KPI has to be negotiated and agreed upon by you and your 3PL partner.This negotiation time can take three (3) to Six (6) months.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 10, 2024

The freight industry operates within a complex network characterized by numerous inefficiencies. Logistical Efficiency Through Collaboration and Optimization The freight industry offers numerous avenues for improving efficiency, from optimizing vehicle utilization to fostering collaborative partnerships. McKinnon, A. C., & Ge, Y.

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

One of the most significant challenges the shipping industry faces is related to real-time freight analytics. ” Using real-time freight analytics effectively can be a game-changer for companies. ” Using real-time freight analytics effectively can be a game-changer for companies. It’s a win-win for everyone involved.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

It operates through four segments: Expedited, Dedicated, Managed Freight, and Warehousing. The Expedited segment primarily provides truckload services to customers with high service freight and delivery standards. The Warehousing segment provides day-to-day warehouse management services to customers.

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Intelligent Audit

JUNE 8, 2021

This essential aspect of transportation management brings with it several crucial benefits for the paper and packaging industry. Combining real-time tracking, analytics, automation, and third-party service providers can make KPI monitoring and shipping management easier. Connect with Intelligent Audit to get started.

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Intelligent Audit

JUNE 7, 2021

This essential aspect of transportation management brings with it several crucial benefits for the paper and packaging industry. Combining real-time tracking, analytics, automation, and third-party service providers can make KPI monitoring and shipping management easier. Connect with Intelligent Audit to get started.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 20, 2017

Cost (Line Haul RPM): The rate per mile that is being paid for freight movement before fuel and other incidental charges. When glancing across the different metrics, routing guide compliance may also reflect a decline, which means the load planners are deviating from the established routing plans in order to cover freight.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 28, 2021

Today, a large part of transportation management and shipment optimization focuses on analysis. One of the best ways for managers and team members to keep track of things is with a well-rounded logistics KPIs scorecard. What is a Logistics KPIs Scorecard. Keep accessorial fees as close as possible to zero.

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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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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 6, 2024

KPI Key Performance Indicator – Measurable values that demonstrate how effectively a company is achieving key business objectives. In supply chain, KPIs might include on-time delivery rates, inventory turnover, or order accuracy. LTL Less Than Truckload – A shipping service for relatively small freight.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

At the point when optimisation planning began, sourcing and inbound logistics were managed by teams in various countries, each with different levels of SCM maturity, and using different tools and systems. The enterprise as a whole was not taking advantage of synergies and economies of scale (and the benefits of the same).

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 1, 2025

Abatement: A type of discount granted to a shipper by a freight forwarder or carrier, typically in response to an overcharge or damage to the shippers cargo. ABC Analysis: A form of Pareto analysis applied to a group of products to enable selective inventory management controls. Flammable solids Class 4.2: Organic peroxides Class 6.1:

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 28, 2015

We write to five main categories on the Cerasis blog: Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation Management, and Freight. Each of these five include several sub categories for more specific articles, such as the TMS category under Transportation Management. Read the full article here.

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Zipline Logistics

JUNE 30, 2020

Accessibility — The ability of a carrier to provide service for a freight order. Accessorial Charges — Fees added to a freight bill for additional services that the carrier might provide. Typically, it accounts for the planning of demand, production, distribution, and transportation.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 2, 2025

KPI dashboards and reporting: This is linked to tip #3 above. A good KPI dashboard can show you for example, the difference between planned and actual kilometers for each route. Meanwhile, in the case of commercial freight, customers might unload their goods much as they do in todays warehouse receiving operations.

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