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Freight Procurement is a Different Game

Logistics Viewpoints

Procuring transportation for freight is much different than any other procurement category. Transportation procurement needs to support both customer service and a company’s internal supply chain goals. The freight market is mercurial. One master of freight procurement is Kyle Masters.

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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. At the heart of it all, an effective procurement strategy remains paramount.

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The Unintended Consequences of Inconsistent Freight Procurement

Talking Logistics

When you think of supply chain management, capabilities such as agility, responsiveness, and flexibility often come to mind. Read more The Unintended Consequences of Inconsistent Freight Procurement.

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[Video] The Unintended Consequences of Inconsistent Freight Procurement

Talking Logistics

There are a lot of words associated with supply chain management, like agility, responsiveness, and flexibility. Why is consistency important, Read more [Video] The Unintended Consequences of Inconsistent Freight Procurement.

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How Automation in the Supply Chain Will Make Employees More Strategic & Improve the Overall Supply Chain

Speaker: Adam Robinson, Director of Marketing, Cerasis

We’ll address how automation in the supply chain will provide employees with the following: More Strategic Procurement. Improved Supplier/Vendor Management (Automated buying on an e-commerce website for repeat orders, automated freight pickups for inbound delivery, automated tracking alerts).

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Supply Chain Normalcy? Think Again.

Supply Chain Shaman

The global supply chain is built on three assumptions: rational government policy, availability of reasonably priced logistics, and low variability. In March 2023, the Global Supply Chain Pressure Index fell to the lowest level since November 2008. Over the past three years, supply chain cycles shifted.

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Ryder’s Freight Market Update with Kevin Clonch

The Logistics of Logistics

Kevin Clonch and Joe Lynch discuss Ryder’s freight market update. With a focus on Ryder’s freight brokerage group, Kevin is responsible for supporting a growing portfolio of accounts across the United States. Kevin joined Ryder in October 2015 and led Ryder’s outsourced transportation procurement activity as senior director.

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2023 Procurement Planning: How Shippers Can Navigate Disruption With More Agile Strategies

In 2023, shippers have an opportunity to reimagine their supply chain operations so they’re well equipped to navigate any future disruption. Download our agile procurement ebook for a guide to the tactics and tech solutions shippers are approaching to evolve their current strategies.