The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 17, 2023

Kevin Coomes and Joe Lynch discuss navigating the freight downturn in the logistics and transportation space. Kevin is the Vice President of Sales at Greenscreens.ai , a technology that provides predictive pricing recommendations for maximum broker margins. About Greenscreens.ai Greenscreens.ai Greenscreens.ai Greenscreens.ai

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Intelligent Audit

APRIL 20, 2021

Optimizing transportation spend management , especially within parcel shipping, comes down to effective contract negotiations. As a result, proactive supply chain controls and savvy business owners should keep these added costs and the details of their carrier contracts top of mind. What are your top pick-up and delivery cities?

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * More Resources Home September 6, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Most recently, the recent disruptions in the Red Sea that saw ocean freight rates from China to Europe by over 190% and saw transit times lengthen, sea-air services offered a strategic advantage for logistics professionals able to remain agile, by watching trends and jumping at opportunities to ensure a resilient supply chain.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 23, 2023

Joe has an innate ability to creatively solve problems and paired with his skills in negotiating, Joe’s expertise is highly sought after. His passion for excellence and commitment to his craft ensure that Wagner continues to make waves in the industry, one strategic move at a time. Episode Sponsor: Greenscreens.ai

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 19, 2018

The 2018-19 contract season for ocean shipping is here, and it’s time to think about the best way to approach negotiations. Of course, you want to control costs, consider options, and mitigate risks, but it will also be important to keep these five factors in mind as you talk to ocean service providers about the year ahead.

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Freight Plus

JANUARY 24, 2020

There are a ton of rich insights you as a shipper can gain by looking into your data and to help explain what you could be doing, I’ve asked our negotiation expert, Chris Peckham, to join the show. Audio only version. Chris can be reach on.

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Freight Plus

JANUARY 24, 2020

There are a ton of rich insights you as a shipper can gain by looking into your data and to help explain what you could be doing, I’ve asked our negotiation expert, Chris Peckham, to join the show. Audio only version. Chris can be reach on.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 15, 2023

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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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

About FRAYT FRAYT is a nationwide, on-demand, last mile delivery solution that offers businesses an automated web, mobile app, and advanced API platform to efficiently and cost-effectively move their products. Greenscreens.ai’s dynamic pricing infrastructure built to grow and protect margins. The Greenscreens.ai

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SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

Procurement professionals play a vital role in driving operational efficiency, cost savings, and strategic decision-making. You can successfully traverse the complexities of procurement processes with the knowledge, abilities, and tactics you gain during procurement training.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 30, 2015

In the last decade, many companies, especially those with manufacturing operations, have evolved direct materials sourcing from an administrative function to a strategic procurement process. As a strategic process, transportation procurement may still seem very tedious and challenging. Be demand driven.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

10 Tips To Be A Successful Freight Broker! The terms freight broker and freight agent are often confused in the cargo and shipping sector. Freight brokers and agents contribute significantly to optimizing the shipping process. So, what are the differences and similarities between a freight broker and freight agent?

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 21, 2023

Joe Lynch and Chris Pickett discuss what’s next for the freight market. Chris is the Chief Operating Officer at Flock Freight , a technology company that is on a mission to solve the US trucking industry’s wasted capacity problem. in Industrial & Systems Engineering from Virginia Tech, an M.Eng.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Does your supply chain depend on container freight shipping? And are you struggling with cost and forecasting challenges? However, even with a consulting team on your side, it’s crucial to ensure your managers responsible for procuring shipping services understand the current container freight landscape and issues at hand.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

But they ran into a pricing challenge; consumers hate price changes (at least, price increases) and like most commodities, the cost of chicken changes. They drew a blank when looking for a chicken farmer that would commit to a fixed price. Which brings us to international freight. Say hello to the future(s).

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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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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 25, 2023

Having been featured in CNBC, the Wall Street Journal, MarketWatch, Bloomberg, The Loadstar, CBS News, Freight Waves, and Transport Topics, Brashier lends his expertise on US and global supply chain matters. ITS Logistics is known for its strong customer focus and dedication to delivering reliable, cost-effective logistics solutions.

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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

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Do You Have Hidden Freight Costs? Freight sourcing team article and permission to publish here provided by Katharine Barrios at xeneta.com. Freight sourcing and procurement is a critical component of the whole supply chain and is crucial to the success of the business. Market Knowledge. GET our EBOOK HERE.

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Freightos

APRIL 27, 2023

In this article, Eytan Buchman, Freightos’ CMO, discusses the importance of data and context in global freight and logistics. The future of global freight data lies in real-time information, contextual insights, and aggregated data that can help companies make better decisions and adapt to a rapidly changing industry.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2023

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. Greenscreens.ai’s dynamic pricing infrastructure built to grow and protect margins.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 16, 2023

With over 30 years of information technology experience, he combines a broad range of experience in commercial management, operational sales, exceptional revenue growth and driving strategic perspectives in building success factors for clients and partners. Greenscreens.ai’s dynamic pricing infrastructure built to grow and protect margins.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

In today's ever more complex supply chain riddled with thousands upon thousands of processes, shipping freight has moved beyond tactical prowess for those who execute well and has evolved to now include strategic, innovative, and collaborative efforts to maintain not only a competitive edge but reduce overall transportation cost footprint.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

The ability to specialise and gain comparative advantage in skills allow groups of human beings to do much more than they would have been able to as simple individuals. Protectionism, populism, nationalism is to a large degree attractive to many people today just because of this purely price oriented foundation of trade. But hold on!

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Supply Chain Opz

DECEMBER 12, 2014

Lowering transportation costs is the never ending task for many supply chain management professionals. He has extensive knowledge and experience in logistics & LTL (less-than-truckload) industry and today he will explain to you about 8 ways that you can use to trim LTL freight costs instantly.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2021

GlobalTranz’s main service lines are freight brokerage – less-than-truckload and truckload – and managed transportation services. What the heck is going on in this freight brokerage/managed transportation sector? A truck broker helps companies find trucks to carry their freight on lanes they are having difficulty covering.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Tusk’s technology connects your parcel operation to a national network of vetted regional carriers, all with pre-negotiated rates and reliable, predictable service. Greenscreens.ai’s dynamic pricing infrastructure built to grow and protect margins. Tusk save Shippers 40% or more on small parcel shipping. The Greenscreens.ai

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 16, 2015

We've negotiated rates with all the major carriers and maintained them. So we thought we would impart upon all the shippers out there some tips on how to reduce overall costs for effective LTL Procurement. BONUS : Download the Guide To LTL Freight Mangement White Paper. 10 LTL Procurement Cost Cutting Tips.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 23, 2018

“Freight spend is up 15% year over year and it is eating into the bottom line! Supply chain management leaders, especially in transportation, are under heavy fire from CFOs for the dramatic increases in freight spend that are eroding the profitability of shippers in every industry. Combating Rising Freight Costs with a TMS.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 14, 2018

As a result, average shipment size has dwindled, driving increases in parcel freight spend. Shippers must recognize the importance of parcel in today’s age, as explained by Harold Friedman of Inbound Logistics , and enhance parcel cost control with these steps. DOWNLOAD WHITEPAPER. NEW WHITEPAPER.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 22, 2022

If you are new to buying road freight or to negotiating road freight rates, this will really help you. Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: Why Containerised Freight Shipping is Daunting for SMEs. The Challenge of Freight Container Utilisation and Why it Matters.

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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. If you are a business owner looking for a freight forwarding service, the first thing you must consider is your preferred budget. Get Our EBOOK HERE.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 10, 2023

Our philosophy is to invest in companies where our operating expertise and in-depth supply chain knowledge can help our portfolio companies achieve outstanding value. Greenscreens.ai’s dynamic pricing infrastructure built to grow and protect margins. The Greenscreens.ai Tusk save Shippers 40% or more on small parcel shipping.

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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. Increasing fuel costs also play into the available capacity woes.? ? That’s an astonishing $933.30 According to the?

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Traditional fixed-price contracts, once the bedrock of stability, are yielding to the pressures of market dynamism, unable to keep up with the factors impacting the markets. The pivot towards index-linked contracts and Forward Freight Agreements (FFAs) is not merely a trend but a strategic recalibration towards agility and resilience.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Their flagship product, Freedom Pick, streamlines the box-picking process, enhancing efficiency and reducing operational costs. Tusk’s technology connects your parcel operation to a national network of vetted regional carriers, all with pre-negotiated rates and reliable, predictable service. The Greenscreens.ai

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