GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “The Freight & Transportation Management Trends to Know in 2018” white paper! This is a must read for those in the transportation & freight industries to stay on top of their games!

Transportation Management 122

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 26, 2018

That then allows us to create more of that kind of content so 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.

Manufacturing Procurement 184

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 16, 2015

, at Cerasis, we know a thing or two about the nuances of LTL procurement. LTL procurement is something we do very well. 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.

Negotiating Skills 120

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Working to support Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive customers, Trompeter quickly learned the transportation market and held roles in operations management, procurement, and solutions. LTL carriers are imposing embargoes – not moving freight in lanes where they are behind and or can’t provide the proper service. About Todd Trompeter.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

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TMC

AUGUST 23, 2017

As companies expand globally through mergers or organic growth, many are faced with the decision of whether or not to combine logistics teams and apply a universal truckload procurement strategy across multiple regions. To obtain the most effective results, best practice requires adaptations to truckload procurement strategies.

Optimal Sourcing 62

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 28, 2018

Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “The Ultimate Guide to Full Truckload Shipping Part 1: Background, Challenges, Process, and Best Practices for Full Truckload Shipping” white paper! Get a free copy of the white paper by filling out the form to the right.

Optimal Sourcing 137

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TMC

AUGUST 23, 2017

As companies expand globally through mergers or organic growth, many are faced with the decision whether to combine logistics teams and apply a universal truckload procurement strategy across multiple regions. To obtain the most effective results, best practice requires adaptations to truckload procurement strategies. In the U.S.,

Optimal Sourcing 54

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper. Supply Chains Will Develop and Take Advantage of Transformative Supply Chain Technologies, like Freight Sharing Apps. Companies Will Levy the Power of 3PL-Based Technologies.

Supply Chain Design Software 170

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TMC

AUGUST 23, 2017

As companies expand globally through mergers or organic growth, many are faced with the decision of whether or not to combine logistics teams and apply a universal truckload procurement strategy across multiple regions. To obtain the most effective results, best practice requires adaptations to truckload procurement strategies.

Optimal Sourcing 48

Optimal Sourcing Europe Procurement Transportation 48

GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2018

As a shipper, it can be hard to procure full truckloads, and small and mid-sized shippers suffer from an exacerbated version of this problem. Shippers face tightening capacity, higher rates, and demanding consumers, and procuring a full truckload may be the last thing on their minds. Will the freight be competitive?

Optimal Sourcing 191

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DynaSys

JANUARY 21, 2020

By utilizing optimization techniques, we have sought to minimize procurement costs absorbing larger order quantities and longer lead-times; we plan for longer manufacturing runs to drive a higher return on assets and full-container load land and marine freight to reduce transportation unit costs.

Sourcing Strategies 94

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 14, 2018

The Problem: Shippers Using LTL-Exclusive Shipping Have Minimal, If Any, Profitability in Freight Spend Shippers have been bartered with the topic of LTL shipping for years, including how to make better use of it, reduce freight spend and leverage technology. Full Truckload White Paper Series. Download Here. New Series.

Demand Planning Software 152

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 17, 2022

Andrew Leto , is the Founder and CEO of Emerge , which is a digital freight marketplace. and is transforming the $800 billion transportation and logistics industry with its digital freight marketplace platform. White Paper: How to Manage Through FTL Market Transitions. About Andrew Leto. Andrew Leto.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 12, 2021

Andrew Leto , is the Founder and CEO of Emerge , which is a digital freight marketplace. and is transforming the $800 billion transportation and logistics industry with its digital freight marketplace platform. White Paper: How to Manage Through FTL Market Transitions. About Andrew Leto. Andrew Leto.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

You can read more on the topic in our recent white paper, Wide Open: How the Panama Canal Expansion Is Redrawing the Logistics Map [DK1] , which was written collaboratively with Boston Consulting Group. In my opinion, there will be more than one way to procure capacity, rates, and services for the 2016-2017 season.

Panama 100

Panama Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Price Reduction 100

GlobalTranz

JUNE 7, 2018

In full truckload freight management, technology will make or break plans for keeping freight spend in check. Demand for record-breaking speed of delivery and free shipping are only making the case for greater use of technology in full truckload freight shipping management, and shippers need to understand why. Download Here.

Analytics Software 164

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

Those familiar with transportation know that month-end or quarter-end freight surges commonly occur, maybe in your company, or maybe in other organizations, and that your routing guide may not work as well as it usually does at those times. The results suggest that managing carriers and freight during quarter end deserves special attention.

Transportation 34

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Freightos

AUGUST 26, 2015

So much so that it is split into seven topics – aircrafts, airports, capacity and demand, carriers, freight trends, traffic and viewpoints. With over 60,000 monthly viewers, Transport Topics is a prime destination for freight buffs, especially those who specialize in trucking. Ocean freight is split into 14! @ACWmagazine.

Resource Reduction 120

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JANUARY 27, 2015

If you think that a different multiplier would better reflect your freight, I would encourage you to wait until you next scheduled procurement event to make that change. So it doesn’t matter if you were stingy or generous in the past with your multiplier; your reduction in total costs are similar.

Waste Reduction 34

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TMC

JULY 21, 2016

Insights for Procuring a TMS in a Large Company. Having a centralized corporate procurement function already in place is valuable. But, to be most effective, the team must have transportation expertise and its buying practices should be aligned with the company’s culture as well as the demands of its freight network.

Optimal Sourcing 54

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Pricing Training 54

Supply Chain Collaborator

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

Everyone likes free stuff; especially freight carriers who haul for organizations without TMS and the rules-based tendering such software delivers. The post Free Donuts or Freight Cost Savings? November 5 was one of several annually-observed “Free Donut Days”. Did you get your free beignet, cruller or zeppole? Everyone loves donuts.

Negotiating Skills 60

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

MAY 26, 2015

Although not well known, it is possible to procure a partial air charter. This is a good option for situations when you do not have enough freight to fill a plane but still need capacity. While this challenge cannot be ignored entirely, there is a way to help mitigate the relatively enormous price tag.

Optimal Sourcing 34

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

AUGUST 8, 2017

Truckload Procurement | Transportfolio. Some firms want one truckload procurement process that works everywhere. Truckload Procurement. Truckload Procurement | Transportfolio. During truckload procurement events, EU shippers negotiate with carriers for a committed rate in a lane for a year. and EU companies.

Optimal Sourcing 37

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Strategies 37

CH Robinson Transportfolio

JANUARY 8, 2016

You can read more on the topic in our recent white paper, Wide Open: How the Panama Canal Expansion Is Redrawing the Logistics Map , which was written collaboratively with Boston Consulting Group. In my opinion, there will be more than one way to procure capacity, rates, and services for the 2016-2017 season.

Supply Chain Planning 34

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 13, 2018

Shippers face more challenges than ever before when it comes to managing freight spend and allocation. While many other questions exist, freight management in today’s world is built on the internet, speed, use of data, and staying attractive to drivers. The Freight & Transportation Management Trends to Know in 2018.

Cost Reduction Strategies 161

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

When you want to drive down your logistics and transportation spend, the very first thing that you need is freight and transportation data. Accurate freight and transportation data is particularly important. With freight costs rising, the task of teasing out hidden costs is becoming increasingly critical.

Transportation 120

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 7, 2018

The list of Incoterms is created and managed by the International Chamber of Commerce , and managing supply chain SLAs relies heavily on this decades-old list to ensure consistency and clear communications in contractual details for moving freight. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER.

Manufacturing Procurement 164

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JANUARY 11, 2013

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. White Papers. |. Less use of air freight, increased use of rail and sea transport. Procurement Blog. Sourcing,Procurement,Contract & Spend Management (38). Business Process Outsourcing.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 37

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NC State SCRC

MAY 5, 2017

The relationship between sales and procurement has always been a contentious one, and the idea of a friendship evolving between the two functions is laughable in the minds of many managers I’ve met with. Sales account managers accuse procurement of being purely price focused, and not recognizing the components of value.

Optimal Sourcing 40

Optimal Sourcing Material Savings Negotiating Skills Manufacturing Procurement 40

Infosys Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. White Papers. |. As in the past, the biggest beneficiaries will likely be parcel and air freight carriers such as FedEx and UPS who will become the last mile fulfillment agents of the holiday sale.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 28

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning 28

TMC

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

In the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey—and as Hurricane Irma moves closer— truckload capacity is tighter than it has been for years, giving some shippers challenges in covering freight. Still, most carriers also value consistent freight volumes because they make it easier to justify equipment and capital investments. Review awards.

Capacity 48

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TMC

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

In the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey—and as Hurricane Irma moves closer— truckload capacity is tighter than it has been for years, giving some shippers challenges in covering freight. Still, most carriers also value consistent freight volumes because they make it easier to justify equipment and capital investments. Review awards.

Capacity 48

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TMC

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

In the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey—and as Hurricane Irma moves closer— truckload capacity is tighter than it has been for years, giving some shippers challenges in covering freight. Still, most carriers also value consistent freight volumes because they make it easier to justify equipment and capital investments. Review awards.

Capacity 48

Capacity Negotiating Skills How To Price Reduction 48

TMC

MAY 11, 2017

As a wider range of shippers globalize their logistics networks, TMS solutions capable of managing international freight transportation have become a key part of supply chain management strategies. The industry is entering an era where analyzing freight movements on an international basis is becoming a competitive necessity.

Global 62

Global Modeling Software Supply Chain Network Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 62

CH Robinson Transportfolio

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Local drivers tend to transport freight across short distances, sometimes with multiple deliveries. Economic factors in the EU combine with cabotage to impact truckload procurement professionals: Cabotage makes drivers and equipment more readily available throughout Europe. Truckload Procurement.” Canada, and Mexico.

North America 34

North America Shipping Mexico Canada 34

TMC

MAY 11, 2017

As a wider range of shippers globalize their logistics networks, TMS solutions capable of managing international freight transportation have become a key part of supply chain management strategies. The industry is entering an era where analyzing freight movements on an international basis is becoming a competitive necessity.

Global 48

Global Modeling Software Supply Chain Network Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 48

TMC

MAY 11, 2017

As a wider range of shippers globalize their logistics networks, TMS solutions capable of managing international freight transportation have become a key part of supply chain management strategies. The industry is entering an era where analyzing freight movements on an international basis is becoming a competitive necessity.

Global 48

Global Modeling Software Supply Chain Network Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 48