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2021 Logistics Outlook: Truckload Freight Market Forecast

GlobalTranz

However, some market trends that became significant factors in 2020 will likely continue. That trend also plays into an extended peak shipping season and ongoing tightened capacity in all modes. That trend also plays into an extended peak shipping season and ongoing tightened capacity in all modes.

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The Approach to Effective Freight Procurement

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

The Approach to Effective Freight Procurement by LSCMS Shippers’ Council Container shipping procurement faces a multitude of challenges shaped by global events, industry shifts, environmental mandates, and technological advancements. To thrive in this ever-evolving landscape, shippers must embrace a flexible and responsive approach.

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Navigating Uncharted Waters: Out of the Fort and Into the Moat

Freightos

The Initial Hurdle: 2021’ Freight Fiasco During the COVID-19 pandemic, Conor from Fort Toys , like many other entrepreneurs, found himself dealing with skyrocketing demand… and skyrocketing freight costs. This trend was a while in coming. to 0.85 (Source: ShipBob ). The key takeaway?

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Navigating Market Uncertainty with Sarah Bertram

The Logistics of Logistics

About DAT DAT Freight & Analytics, a subsidiary of Roper Technologies (NYSE: ROP), boasts the largest North American truckload freight marketplace, with data representing over 400 million freight matches and $150B+ in annual transaction data. The Greenscreens.ai

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Q3 2021 Trucking Trends and Freight Market Update

Zipline Logistics

The freight market has been on the receiving end of several systemic shocks that continue to affect industry providers and shippers alike. And when you add in the current labor and commodity shortages along with an inflationary environment, it is apparent why freight rates have been steadily climbing.

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Logistics Procurement – Performance Management

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Logistics Procurement – Performance Management by LSCMS Shippers’ Council Shortly after the outset of COVID, in early 2020, supply chains have been disrupted across the globe. Rates are now starting to stabilise and for ocean freight especially, we are seeing rates closer to pre-COVID levels.

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AI in Logistics: A Sea of Potential Amidst Waves of Change

Freightos

” ( Source) Global freight, with its blend of structured processes, unpredictable variables and high frequency, is perhaps the most fertile playground for the AI revolution. So, where does AI stand among logistics professionals? Do logistics professionals see the same AI revolution that Gates does?