The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Ken Adamo and Joe Lynch discuss a trillion dollars in freight transactions. Ken is the Chief of Analytics at DAT Freight & Analytics. DAT operates the largest truckload freight marketplace in North America. About Ken Adamo Ken Adamo serves as the Chief of Analytics at DAT Freight & Analytics.

Optimal Sourcing

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

As automation continues to evolve in logistics, two technologies are becoming central to modern delivery methods: autonomous drones and autonomous vehicles. However, each technology serves different purposes within logistics, and the question remains: Which will ultimately shape the industry’s operational structure?

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Freight transportation makes up over 10% of total global carbon emissions. With rapidly increasing freight demand worldwide, it is expected to become the highest-emitting sector by 2050.1 Reducing emissions from transportation is crucial to achieving organizations sustainability goals.

Supply Chain Planning Software

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.

Supply Chain Design Software

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Jack Fiedler : We’re unique in the technology industry. We’ve taken the same hybrid approach from a supply chain technology perspective. I’m responsible for the overall digital transformation, including technology. The following interview was edited for conciseness. Could you talk more about that?

Supply Chain Planning Software

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2025

Political instability has disrupted transportation corridors. Sudden tariff increases can quickly make a cost-optimized procurement strategy untenable, leaving companies scrambling to adjust. These tools dont need to cover the entire network to be useful. Trade tensions have led to abrupt tariff hikes.

Optimal Sourcing

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. UPS, for instance, implemented AI-driven route optimization, cutting fuel consumption by 10 million gallons annually.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 31, 2025

Whether for storage or outbound shipping, building pallets efficiently, safely, and in a space-optimized way is key to maintaining smooth operations, minimizing damage, and reducing transportation costs. But how do you know if your warehouse really needs a pallet building software solution? supply chains.

Warehousing

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Alex is also the President of Reefer Van Network , a prominent player in the refrigerated transportation industry, specializing in the safe and efficient delivery of temperature-sensitive goods across North America. At Expedite All, he enhances freight safety, leveraging a secure network of 9,000+ small trucks nationwide.

Supply Chain Network Software

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. No single technology can economically and technically fulfill all these requirements. and relay it to cloud platforms using higher-bandwidth links like LTE or Ethernet.

Supply Chain Network Software

GlobalTranz

JULY 7, 2025

It's a collaborative relationship that can streamline and elevate your freight shipping operations. With expertise, technology and carrier access, a skilled 3PL company can help you unlock greater efficiency, reduce shipping costs and build supply chain resilience. Are we using the optimal mix of freight shipping modes for our needs?

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

As businesses grow, so do the complexities of managing freight logistics. Whether you're a small startup or an established business, choosing the right freight shipping service provider can be a game changer. A freight broker serves as the intermediary between shippers and carriers. What is a freight forwarder?

Negotiating Skills

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 29, 2025

Subscribe Why don’t you have a TMS (Transportation Management System) Solution yet? In the logistics game, your Transport Management System (TMS) is like the nerve center of your entire operation. If your current system can’t deliver that level of service, it may be time to consider an upgrade.

Supply Chain Planning Software

The Network Effect

JULY 11, 2025

Traditional systems—many of which were designed decades ago—struggle to meet today’s operational demands. In response, a new generation of digital supply chain technologies has emerged, centered around a network-based architecture and powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML).

Supply Chain Network Software

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 1, 2025

AI Deployment in Operational Context Artificial intelligence has become a common feature in supply chain systems, though the depth of adoption varies widely. Smaller enterprises, however, often remain limited to off-the-shelf forecasting tools or point solutions without broader system integration.

Real-time Visibility

Freightos

JULY 7, 2025

In a recent webinar , Freightos’ Oliver Esch and Oliver Ritzmann from Gryn shared their expertise on overcoming data challenges and leveraging technology to drive smarter logistics operations. Yet, as Esch highlighted, even global companies struggle with data harmonization. So there are so many standalone solutions in different companies.”

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2025

From sourcing and bid evaluation to warehouse slotting and dynamic routing, AI tools support faster and more consistent outcomes by processing large volumes of operational data and identifying patterns that human decision-makers may overlook. These capabilities are now being integrated into mainstream TMS, WMS, and ERP platforms.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 21, 2025

Whether you're shipping less-than-truckload (LTL) or truckload (TL) freight , one document keeps your shipment moving smoothly: the bill of lading (BOL). More than just paperwork, it serves as a contract, a receipt and a key legal reference throughout your freight's journey. Getting it right ensures your freight moves smoothly.

Freight

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 17, 2025

From fleet coordination to pick optimization, see how AMRs are shaping the next-gen fulfillment center. Download Executive Summary Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) – Cube-based storage, shuttles, unit-loads — we break down the systems revolutionizing storage efficiency.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Transportation, warehousing, and manufacturing collectively contribute significantly to carbon emissions, making these areas critical for meaningful change. Senior leaders must think beyond incremental improvements, embracing systemic innovation to achieve significant environmental impact.

Waste Reduction

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.

Price Reduction

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 17, 2025

He has held leadership roles such as Vice President of Linehaul & Central Dispatch Operations at Yellow, Director of Network Operations at YRC Freight, and various operational and sales leadership positions with both YRC Freight and Roadway Express over the course of his well established transportation career.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 21, 2025

In an increasingly globalized world, logistics and transportation have taken center stage in the successful operations of businesses worldwide. Emerging from the shadows of standard methods, custom logistics and transportation platforms are shaping the future of the supply chain industry.

Supply Chain Design Software

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 2, 2025

Two cellular technologies LTE-M and NB-IoT are now reshaping long-distance asset tracking. Theyre not general-purpose wireless technologies. NB-IoT , on the other hand, is optimized for stationary or slow-moving assets. These technologies give the supply chain a memory. This is changing.

Supply Chain Design Software

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.

Container Tracking

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 19, 2025

Supply chains need systemic change that must occur via communication, data sharing, and process modernization delivered through the use of orchestrated, interoperable AI agents and data fabrics across multiple enterprises. He also noted that the company had rewritten 28 different planning applications onto one platform.

Supply Chain Design Software

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 13, 2025

That, at least, is the theory behind mathematical optimization, and the way it’s being applied to supply chain management today. By itself, the word “optimize” doesn’t mean anything specific. “A Bowman, SupplyChainBrain Supply chains consist of imperfect humans struggling to make perfect decisions.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 21, 2025

In April, freight company HLS Group reported 80 canceled sailings from China as trade tensions with the U.S. To keep operations and supply chains stable amid the volatility of today’s global trade dynamics, companies need a freight strategy that can flex under pressure. intensified. That means going multimodal.

Freight

The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 15, 2025

In “Navigating the Numbers: Tariffs, AI, and The Future of Supply Chains”, Joe Lynch and Corey DeSantis , BDO’s Logistics and Transportation Subject Matter Expert, discuss the evolving landscape of global trade, the transformative power of artificial intelligence, and strategies for building resilient supply chains for tomorrow.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 1, 2025

A reliable third-party logistics (3PL) provider can help you create a secure, resilient shipping strategy that safeguards your freight — and your peace of mind. Cargo theft refers to the criminal act of stealing goods while they are being transported or stored. In 19 years, I've never seen freight theft escalate like this.

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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.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 5, 2025

As logistics leaders face growing pressure, from tighter delivery windows to environmental mandates, geopolitical instability, and driver shortages, one technology is proving to be a game changer: V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) communication.

Supply Chain Network Software

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 13, 2025

What’s the Difference Between Freight Management and Logistics Management? In today’s world, where globalization and international trade play an increasingly important role, efficient freight management is becoming a key aspect of success for many companies. It can be a car, truck, train, boat or plane.

Inventory Management Software

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2025

Technology and Electronics: Supplier Diversification and Relocation The tech industry, particularly semiconductor manufacturers and consumer electronics firms, is facing significant challenges due to tariffs on Chinese components and finished goods. Exploring alternative shipping routes via Gulf Coast ports to bypass land border congestion.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 29, 2025

Shipping freight doesn't always fit neatly into less-than-truckload (LTL) or truckload (TL) categories. Below, GlobalTranz, a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider , answers all of your questions about PTL so you can make the smartest freight shipping decisions and keep your customers happy!

Negotiating Skills

Kinaxis

AUGUST 1, 2025

For each affected item, calculate the total cost increase including not just the tariff itself, but associated freight, handling, and cash flow implications. Develop a clear classification system that separates tariff-affected suppliers from unaffected ones, then drill deeper into sub-categories based on impact severity and substitutability.

Negotiating Skills

SCMDOJO

JULY 2, 2025

The global logistics industry undergoes transformative change because of technological developments which enhance delivery services from last-mile operations to worldwide freight management. The solution exists in custom-built software development. Key Benefits of Custom Logistics Software 1. trillion in value by 2027.

Supply Chain Design Software