GlobalTranz

JUNE 12, 2025

Keeping shipping costs under control is no small task — and unpredictable freight fuel surcharges make it even tougher. In this blog, we'll walk you through how to calculate fuel surcharges on freight, track pricing trends, audit your shipping bills, and work with the right 3PL partner to keep your costs under control.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 13, 2025

In todays hyperconnected supply chain environment, the Internet of Things (IoT) is the operational backbone for visibility, optimization, and automation. Hybrid IoT networks. What Are Hybrid IoT Networks? What Are Hybrid IoT Networks? Thats where hybrid networks shine. The solution?

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 13, 2025

Kristina Bernarducci and Joe Lynch discuss delivering the drinks: streamlining beverage transportation. Key Takeaways: Delivering the Drinks: Streamlining Beverage Transportation Kristina Bernarducci and Joe Lynch discuss delivering the drinks: streamlining beverage transportation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Road freight alone accounts for approximately 7% of global CO2 emissions, with maritime and air transport further amplifying the environmental burden. Key strategies include: Electrification of Transport: The use of electric vehicles (EVs) for freight and last-mile delivery reduces emissions and operational costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

The transportation, logistics, and energy storage sectors are undergoing profound transformation, driven by rapid technological advancements, evolving consumer expectations, and the global pursuit of sustainability. In transportation and logistics, this has manifested as a significant focus on electrification and renewable energy integration.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Creating trucking efficiency through transportation management optimization is an essential part of supply chain management and network navigation. As capacity continues to fall short and lead to lost efficiencies, shippers can benefit from leveraging the regional networks of an MTS provider to strengthens their supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 26, 2021

Cloud-based transportation management offers a variety of benefits for businesses that operate in the global supply chain. But there are times when it becomes necessary to outsource the entire process thoroughly, which many refer to as transportation as a service. Why Outdated Approaches to Transportation Management Can Fall Short .

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

From a transportation standpoint, this has included major technological advancements. In my presentation, I highlighted five key transportation trends that are changing supply chains from a technology standpoint. The Network Effect. The second of the transportation trends is innovation in TMS. TMS Innovation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Space freight is becoming more accessible, offering a new dimension for logistics operations. For logistics professionals, the cost and limitations of space freight require careful evaluation to determine practical applications.

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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. Analytics provides visibility into your transportation network and operations. Across OTR Transportation Modes.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 6, 2021

OTR freight represents a long-standing aspect of supply chain operations and transportation management. M odern transportation networks and supply chains continuously adapt to market volatility and transitions. Carrier Vetting for OTR Freight . Download the White Paper: Over the Road Freight Management Trends.

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TransAudit

MARCH 25, 2025

This trend, known as reshoring , is driving the emergence of regionalized freight networks , optimizing supply chains for efficiency, cost savings, and resilience. For logistics professionals, understanding how these changes impact freight networks is critical to staying ahead.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 16, 2025

In addition, other infrastructure repairs which impact freight transportation in and around Ashville, North Carolina are still not completed. These events impacted everything from facility operations and transportation routes to energy costs and inventory management. tallying a staggering $182 billion in damages.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 25, 2021

When it comes to managing your freight spend, there are a few options to consider. The three traditional methods are the use of a transportation management system (TMS), transportation execution system (TES), and managed transportation services (MTS). Look to the Cloud. Turn to Machine Learning.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2025

tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China is impacting global trade networks, affecting industries ranging from automotive and electronics to agriculture and energy. Freight rates have surged due to increased demand for ocean and rail transport, particularly for industries like consumer goods and industrial manufacturing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 5, 2025

Established in 2021 in the UK, Pledge brings accessibility and transparency to freight emissions measurement and reporting, empowering businesses to confidently measure, manage and help reduce their carbon footprint. truck, rail, barges), and sea.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2025

By applying machine learning, natural language processing, and real-time optimization, businesses are improving forecasting, reducing costs, and responding to complexity with greater consistency. AI systems help logistics teams manage fleet routing, freight planning, and vendor performance with greater precision.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 26, 2024

On this podcast interview, Tom Moore and Joe Lynch discuss load building and optimization. Tom is the CEO and Founder of ProvisionAi, a technology that automatically gets the right products on the right number of trucks at the right time to increase service levels and maximize network efficiency. About Tom Moore Thomas A.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 1, 2021

Creating a data-driven supply chain tracking important transportation metrics helps shippers respond and adapt as quickly as possible to known and unknown events. Why Monitor Transportation Metrics. Transportation metrics provide visibility that helps drive operative and competitive advantages.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Barry Aumiller and Joe Lynch discuss building a high-performance carrier network. Barry is the Founder of Bear Ventures , a transportation advisory that helps shippers develop high-performance carrier networks. Here, he tackled challenges, ensuring driver satisfaction and company profitability remained paramount.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 2, 2025

And that practicality is unlocking a new standard of visibility across logistics networks. NB-IoT , on the other hand, is optimized for stationary or slow-moving assets. Reference Meanwhile, Sierra Wireless now Semtech offers LTE-M modules built into trackers used across North American freight networks.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 8, 2025

The convergence of artificial intelligence and digital networking technologies is fundamentally reshaping our operating models. The complexity of modern supply networks has surpassed what humans can effectively manage alone. First, we’re moving from sequential to concurrent planning and execution.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 11, 2021

The supply chain is evolving, and the standards used for managed logistics transportation services today are more data- and technology-driven than those of the past. Shippers should consider the following as indicators for when to add an outsourced managed logistics transportation services provider. This can be a confounding issue.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Given these disruptions, supply chain resiliency will be a critical factor in ensuring the success of your network. The past two years of volatility have many logistics leaders evolving from an annual Request for Proposal or freight (RFP) event to quarterly or more frequently to accommodate the changing supply chain landscape.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2014

We trudge on with our top posts from our main blog categories by page view for all of 2014 from the Cerasis blog by featuring another area Cerasis is an expert in: Transportation. These tips include how you yourself can better manage your transportation department and maximize resources. Read the Full Blog Post.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 15, 2025

Below, we provide nine tips to optimize your shipping and tell you how a third-party logistics (3PL) provider can help you during these difficult times. This may include efforts such as sourcing new vendors and route optimization, while long-term strategies should focus on building supply chain resilience against future tariff fluctuations.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 20, 2025

Jake Hoffman and Joe Lynch discuss the container payment portal and the rise of AI in freight. Jake is the Chief Technology Officer of Gnosis Freight, a logistics tech company focused on the lifecycle of a shipping container as it moves around the world.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 2, 2021

From a historical perspective, transportation management systems are all about freight savings. Manhattan Associates unveiled its latest TMS, Manhattan Active Transportation Management, last week during the company’s virtual user conference. Manhattan Active TM has a network analyzer. Unification.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Ryan Schreiber and Joe Lynch discuss navigating the roller coaster freight market. Ryan is the Vice President, Industry and Growth, at Metafora , the leading business consulting and software development firm that exclusively serves the Transportation, Logistics and Supply Chain space. Welcome to the new way forward.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2024

We run one of the few truly hybrid supply chain networks. We own a significant portion of our network, but we also work extensively with partners. We’ve done a lot of customization, with Blue Yonder’s help, to create a digital twin of our entire supply network. Show us the best way to fix the freight delays!”

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Mark Vickers and Joe Lynch discuss Mexico transportation risk. About Mark Vickers Mark Vickers is a leading expert in domestic and cross border transportation risk management and insurance. Mark spent over 7 years in leadership with the second largest freight brokerage in North America, Total Quality Logistics.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2021

The world of logistics and managed transportation is continuously evolving. Transportation professionals are tasked with reducing costs while increasing customer satisfaction levels. Transportation management optimization can help, provided shippers know a few things about its value and where to start.

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DELMIA Quintiq

MAY 13, 2020

For the automotive industry in particular, the transportation of goods – small, large, custom-made – needs to run as smoothly as possible. Sometimes, the containers are small boxes that hold hundreds of screws and sometimes they are custom-made units that transport large doors. Planning for complexity.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2024

Nicole Glenn and Joe Lynch discuss optimizing cold chain while reducing environmental impact. Summary: Optimizing Cold Chain while Reducing Environmental Impact In this podcast, Nicole Glenn, CEO and Founder of Candor Companies, shares her insights and experiences from her 24-year journey in the transportation industry.

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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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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 21, 2023

Richard Perry and Joe Lynch and discuss the importance of freight bill audit. Richard is Vice President of Strategic Accounts at Intelligent Audit , a cutting-edge logistics and supply chain technology company, dedicated to revolutionizing how businesses manage their shipping and transportation processes.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 26, 2025

It's rapidly gaining popularity in the freight shipping world as businesses look to cut costs and streamline their logistics operations. Whether you're fulfilling large freight shipments or smaller orders, blind shipping offers several key advantages that can enhance your logistics strategy and drive your business forward.

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