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Ocean container shipping and logistics are the lifeblood of global supply chain movements. For over two years, Supply Chain Matters has been advising our multi-industry supply chain readers about the effects of substantial overcapacity conditions occurring among major shipping lines, and their consequent impacts for service, cost and logistics. All of this places industry supply chains on the short end of any semblance of voice of the customer outcomes. MORE
When it comes to over-the-road (OTR) shipping, e-commerce becomes even more difficult, requiring advanced knowledge of various carriers, rates, HOS regulations, the ELD mandate and more. So, implementing the best practices for e-commerce shipping must go beyond the simplistic views of standard OTR transportation. In the world of e-commerce , it is not enough to focus solely on small package or LTL shipping. Maximize shipping lane use by reducing deadhead. MORE
This week, noted maritime and shipping industry research firm Drewry Maritime Research declared that the ocean container shipping market has now bottomed out. The recent ongoing Hanjin Shipping bankruptcy and receivership development is noted as representing the trough of the container shipping market and that a gradual market recovery is now expected. MORE
The supply chain as we used to know it is changing – and these changes are impacting not only retailers, but a variety of businesses and industries. An increasing number of businesses that never had to worry much about shipping are finding themselves competing with experienced and emerging retailers. Just look at how major pharmacies and healthcare providers are rolling out ship-to-home medical supply services. MORE
As highlighted in our last update , air charter and ship operators continue to field multiple inquiries for UK and EU businesses for securing contingency transport services. MORE
Developments concerning the ocean container shipping industry are now moving at a faster and more discernable pace. Last week featured the news of the consolidation of Japan’s three largest shipping lines. This week adds even more perspective to an industry that is now facing even more structural and other changes. Shippers, transportation procurement teams and […]. MORE
Manufacturers are set to invest up to $70 billion in the Industrial Internet of Things ( IIoT ) by 2020, reports John Greenough of Business Insider. Previous Applications of the Industrial Internet of Things in Manufacturing. Growth of the Industrial Internet of Things Continues. MORE
Industry experts feared it would spell doom for traditional, brick-and-mortar establishments, but e-commerce is having an unexpected effect. To achieve lasting success, shippers need to understand how e-commerce shipping strategies are quintessential steps in this process. An Effective E-Commerce Shipping Strategy Mitigates Losses From the “Retail Apocalypse.” This is the making of an effective e-commerce shipping strategy. Try to avoid profitability in shipping. MORE
So obviously, being freight rate nerds, we got to wondering: How much would the logistics of shipping the iPhone 6s from China to the U.S. Here’s how calculated the iPhone 6S shipping costs. The post The iPhone 6s Freight Shipping Costs appeared first on Freightos. MORE
Shipping rates will continue to soar, and demand for more capacity will push the stretched industry to its breaking point, says Michael Angell of Freight Waves. As consumers take to their favorite retailers, also due in part to the strong economy, volume shipped will increase. MORE
Logistics consolidation will have a resounding effect on the industry in 2019. Logistics consolidation is a fancy way of describing the transition of shipping modes to accommodate available capacity. The Move to LTL Digital Shipping. MORE
Massive ships. While container terminal operators certainly feel the pressure, freight forwarders and the shipping lines themselves have a few planning puzzles to sort out on their own. Capacity of container ships handled in 2014. Shipping lines alliances. Slow steaming. MORE
We will turn over each stone and consider how innovative technology will shape the future of shipping and logistics. So, let us reflect on the peak shipping season trends we saw at the close of 2018 and how those trends will affect the industry now and throughout 2019. MORE
Driven by the rise of ecommerce and the demand for next-day and two-day shipping, industrial real estate capacity continues to tighten while rents and cost per square foot rises. MORE
One such area that offers the greatest opportunity is shipping network optimization. The question is, how can a company optimize its shipping network? Optimal shipping networks are not “one size fits all.” ” Depending on industry, an optimal shipping network might include the ability to reach all states in two days, while for other industries they might be a pure margins game. MORE
Our readers who closely follow our global transportation and logistics related commentaries are well aware that Supply Chain Matters has penned our share of rants related to the ocean container shipping industry. Procurement and Sourcing Supply Chain Strategy Transportation and Logistics blog on global supply chain management developments challenges in global transportation challenges in ocean container shipping ocean container shipping trends Supply chain Matters blog MORE
The History of the Shipping Container. 26 April 2016 marks the 60th anniversary of the maiden voyage of the Ideal X and the birth of modern container shipping, a development that played a critical role in spurring the global economy. The Shipping Container: Before 1956. MORE
Editor’s Note: This is our second post in a two part series about how to get your logistics and transportation practices in order in time for holiday shipping or peak season crunches. Holidays are always difficult to work around in our industry. Truckload Holiday Shipping. MORE
Starting in late 2011 and early 2012, we began alerting our Supply Chain Matters readers to the building signs of potential consolidation and restructuring for the ocean container shipping industry. That was the time when the major container shipping lines began the pooling of capacity under various formed shipping alliances. MORE
Not long ago, people would take a Saturday afternoon to visit a furniture showroom, sit on several couches, fill out an order form, write a check, and wait six to twelve weeks for the sofa to be shipped to the store. MORE
Freight and parcel shipping. Freight is a vital foundation for virtually any industry that relies on the transportation of goods. Freight shipping includes larger goods that exceed parcel specifications. MORE
Companies across the spectrum of the economy are expanding and demanding more from carriers and the logistics industry, and as a result, logistics capabilities will need to grow in accordance. The Move to LTL Digital Shipping. Strong growth in the U.S. MORE
Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from Freightos , is a SaaS-enabled marketplace for the logistics industry. As a logistics service provider, focusing on over-the-road surface transportation management solutions via technology and managed transportation services, we find the following information on the history of shipping containers of great significance to the logistics and supply chain community at large. There are two ways to view the History of Shipping Containers. MORE
This graphic shows the true scope of impact of big data in the Transportation, SupplyChain & Logistics industries. . Better Shipping Options. . Meanwhile, Amazon is continuing to offer shipping that is free, and this fact is destroying shipping models around the country. MORE
Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “How Effective Operations Management & Technology will Enhance Shipping in 2019” white paper! What You’ll Learn in this Shipping in 2019 White Paper Top Supply Chain and Logistics Automation Trends to Watch for in 2019 Which Industries Will Demand Greater Logistics Capabilities in 2019? Freight Logistics Transportation Management White Papers Shipping in 201 MORE
Changes in manufacturing processes, which will increase production, lead to one ultimate result--the logistics industry must change. For third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ), logistics industry trends will dramatically affect how logistics providers of all sizes operate. MORE
Industry and business media report that Japan’s three largest maritime shipping companies are indicating they intend to merge their container shipping operations to create the what would probably be the sixth-largest global player. Procurement and Sourcing Transportation and Logistics challenges in ocean container shipping ocean container shipping trends Supply chain Matters blog trends in global transportation MORE
Justice Department ruling into allegations of price fixing among the globe’s largest container shipping lines has been dropped, with consequences for shippers and the industry. Industry leader A.P. A U.S. MORE
If you are a product manufacturer, you know all too well the perils of shipping products from your factory or warehouse to a DC or retailer. Packaging and product damage during shipping is extremely common. The problem is so pervasive that it has spawned an industry of consultants, software and tracking technology. According to Packaging Digest, corrugation is 71% weaker in a high-humidity environment, and this can lead to product damage during shipping. . MORE
Process industry businesses that embark on digital transformation journeys are becoming disruptors in the industry. The process industry has been burdened by effects from global economic strength, tariffs and trade balances, and infrastructure bottlenecks. MORE
The freight industry of today is evolving rapidly. It is no longer bound by the traditional constraints of the economy, and Amazon is gearing up to begin expanding to be the best of the global freight shipping providers. As a result, your company needs to think about these freight shipping trends and how you can prepare to respond to them as soon as possible. 8 Freight Shipping Trends Shippers Must Know for 2017. MORE
Are you up-to-date with the latest events in freight shipping and logistics? If you want to stay ahead of the competition, it’s not just a question of reading industry newsletters. Staying current in the world of shipping and freight also takes strong networking and communication. MORE
Since documentation and paperwork make up a considerable portion of time lost in transport, shipping on the blockchain will revolutionize the industry and allow you to do more with less. Challenges of Current Shipping Practices. Benefits of Shipping on the Blockchain. MORE
The shipping capacity crunch is not a new topic, but the end of 2017 is shaping up to reveal an unprecedented crunch, reports Chris Brady of Logistics Viewpoints. The Shipping Capacity Crunch Is Back After an Active Storm Season. MORE
The Wall Street Journal reports (Paid subscription required) that a new ocean container shipping alliance is being formed. Global trade trends Manufacturing Strategies Procurement and Sourcing Transportation and Logistics challenges in global transportation impact of megga container ships on industry supply chains independent blog commenting on global logistics and transportation Ocean Alliance ocean container industry consolidation Supply chain Matters blog MORE
Shipchain
FEBRUARY 7, 2019
Since documentation and paperwork make up a considerable portion of time lost in transport, shipping on the blockchain will revolutionize the industry and allow you to do more with less. Challenges of Current Shipping Practices. Benefits of Shipping on the Blockchain.
Cerasis
NOVEMBER 5, 2018
Shipping rates will continue to soar, and demand for more capacity will push the stretched industry to its breaking point, says Michael Angell of Freight Waves. As consumers take to their favorite retailers, also due in part to the strong economy, volume shipped will increase.
Supply Chain Matters
OCTOBER 31, 2016
Industry and business media report that Japan’s three largest maritime shipping companies are indicating they intend to merge their container shipping operations to create the what would probably be the sixth-largest global player. Procurement and Sourcing Transportation and Logistics challenges in ocean container shipping ocean container shipping trends Supply chain Matters blog trends in global transportation
Cerasis
MARCH 26, 2015
Are you up-to-date with the latest events in freight shipping and logistics? If you want to stay ahead of the competition, it’s not just a question of reading industry newsletters. Staying current in the world of shipping and freight also takes strong networking and communication.
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Supply Chain Matters
APRIL 20, 2016
The Wall Street Journal reports (Paid subscription required) that a new ocean container shipping alliance is being formed. Global trade trends Manufacturing Strategies Procurement and Sourcing Transportation and Logistics challenges in global transportation impact of megga container ships on industry supply chains independent blog commenting on global logistics and transportation Ocean Alliance ocean container industry consolidation Supply chain Matters blog
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Cerasis
OCTOBER 9, 2018
When it comes to over-the-road (OTR) shipping, e-commerce becomes even more difficult, requiring advanced knowledge of various carriers, rates, HOS regulations, the ELD mandate and more. So, implementing the best practices for e-commerce shipping must go beyond the simplistic views of standard OTR transportation. In the world of e-commerce , it is not enough to focus solely on small package or LTL shipping. Maximize shipping lane use by reducing deadhead.
Cerasis
APRIL 26, 2016
Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from Freightos , is a SaaS-enabled marketplace for the logistics industry. As a logistics service provider, focusing on over-the-road surface transportation management solutions via technology and managed transportation services, we find the following information on the history of shipping containers of great significance to the logistics and supply chain community at large. There are two ways to view the History of Shipping Containers.
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 4, 2016
The supply chain as we used to know it is changing – and these changes are impacting not only retailers, but a variety of businesses and industries. An increasing number of businesses that never had to worry much about shipping are finding themselves competing with experienced and emerging retailers. Just look at how major pharmacies and healthcare providers are rolling out ship-to-home medical supply services.
Cerasis
FEBRUARY 7, 2019
Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “How Effective Operations Management & Technology will Enhance Shipping in 2019” white paper! What You’ll Learn in this Shipping in 2019 White Paper Top Supply Chain and Logistics Automation Trends to Watch for in 2019 Which Industries Will Demand Greater Logistics Capabilities in 2019? Freight Logistics Transportation Management White Papers Shipping in 201
Cerasis
JANUARY 28, 2019
Logistics consolidation will have a resounding effect on the industry in 2019. Logistics consolidation is a fancy way of describing the transition of shipping modes to accommodate available capacity. The Move to LTL Digital Shipping.
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SupplyPike
JANUARY 21, 2019
Freight and parcel shipping. Freight is a vital foundation for virtually any industry that relies on the transportation of goods. Freight shipping includes larger goods that exceed parcel specifications.
Supply Chain Matters
MARCH 27, 2015
Ocean container shipping and logistics are the lifeblood of global supply chain movements. For over two years, Supply Chain Matters has been advising our multi-industry supply chain readers about the effects of substantial overcapacity conditions occurring among major shipping lines, and their consequent impacts for service, cost and logistics. All of this places industry supply chains on the short end of any semblance of voice of the customer outcomes.
Quintiq
MARCH 22, 2015
Massive ships. While container terminal operators certainly feel the pressure, freight forwarders and the shipping lines themselves have a few planning puzzles to sort out on their own. Capacity of container ships handled in 2014. Shipping lines alliances. Slow steaming.
Cerasis
JANUARY 30, 2019
Companies across the spectrum of the economy are expanding and demanding more from carriers and the logistics industry, and as a result, logistics capabilities will need to grow in accordance. The Move to LTL Digital Shipping. Strong growth in the U.S.
Cerasis
SEPTEMBER 15, 2017
If you are a product manufacturer, you know all too well the perils of shipping products from your factory or warehouse to a DC or retailer. Packaging and product damage during shipping is extremely common. The problem is so pervasive that it has spawned an industry of consultants, software and tracking technology. According to Packaging Digest, corrugation is 71% weaker in a high-humidity environment, and this can lead to product damage during shipping. .
Supply Chain Matters
OCTOBER 19, 2016
This week, noted maritime and shipping industry research firm Drewry Maritime Research declared that the ocean container shipping market has now bottomed out. The recent ongoing Hanjin Shipping bankruptcy and receivership development is noted as representing the trough of the container shipping market and that a gradual market recovery is now expected.
Supply Chain Matters
JUNE 4, 2015
Our readers who closely follow our global transportation and logistics related commentaries are well aware that Supply Chain Matters has penned our share of rants related to the ocean container shipping industry. Procurement and Sourcing Supply Chain Strategy Transportation and Logistics blog on global supply chain management developments challenges in global transportation challenges in ocean container shipping ocean container shipping trends Supply chain Matters blog
Cerasis
JANUARY 21, 2019
We will turn over each stone and consider how innovative technology will shape the future of shipping and logistics. So, let us reflect on the peak shipping season trends we saw at the close of 2018 and how those trends will affect the industry now and throughout 2019.
Freightos
APRIL 24, 2016
The History of the Shipping Container. 26 April 2016 marks the 60th anniversary of the maiden voyage of the Ideal X and the birth of modern container shipping, a development that played a critical role in spurring the global economy. The Shipping Container: Before 1956.
Cerasis
JANUARY 13, 2016
Changes in manufacturing processes, which will increase production, lead to one ultimate result--the logistics industry must change. For third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ), logistics industry trends will dramatically affect how logistics providers of all sizes operate.
NFI
JANUARY 29, 2019
Driven by the rise of ecommerce and the demand for next-day and two-day shipping, industrial real estate capacity continues to tighten while rents and cost per square foot rises.
Cerasis
DECEMBER 2, 2014
Editor’s Note: This is our second post in a two part series about how to get your logistics and transportation practices in order in time for holiday shipping or peak season crunches. Holidays are always difficult to work around in our industry. Truckload Holiday Shipping.
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 14, 2018
Process industry businesses that embark on digital transformation journeys are becoming disruptors in the industry. The process industry has been burdened by effects from global economic strength, tariffs and trade balances, and infrastructure bottlenecks.
Freightos
SEPTEMBER 11, 2015
So obviously, being freight rate nerds, we got to wondering: How much would the logistics of shipping the iPhone 6s from China to the U.S. Here’s how calculated the iPhone 6S shipping costs. The post The iPhone 6s Freight Shipping Costs appeared first on Freightos.
Supply Chain Matters
JANUARY 25, 2019
As highlighted in our last update , air charter and ship operators continue to field multiple inquiries for UK and EU businesses for securing contingency transport services.
Transportfolio
APRIL 9, 2019
Not long ago, people would take a Saturday afternoon to visit a furniture showroom, sit on several couches, fill out an order form, write a check, and wait six to twelve weeks for the sofa to be shipped to the store.
Supply Chain Matters
NOVEMBER 3, 2016
Developments concerning the ocean container shipping industry are now moving at a faster and more discernable pace. Last week featured the news of the consolidation of Japan’s three largest shipping lines. This week adds even more perspective to an industry that is now facing even more structural and other changes. Shippers, transportation procurement teams and […].
Cerasis
FEBRUARY 28, 2017
The freight industry of today is evolving rapidly. It is no longer bound by the traditional constraints of the economy, and Amazon is gearing up to begin expanding to be the best of the global freight shipping providers. As a result, your company needs to think about these freight shipping trends and how you can prepare to respond to them as soon as possible. 8 Freight Shipping Trends Shippers Must Know for 2017.
Cerasis
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
The shipping capacity crunch is not a new topic, but the end of 2017 is shaping up to reveal an unprecedented crunch, reports Chris Brady of Logistics Viewpoints. The Shipping Capacity Crunch Is Back After an Active Storm Season.
Supply Chain Matters
MARCH 1, 2019
Justice Department ruling into allegations of price fixing among the globe’s largest container shipping lines has been dropped, with consequences for shippers and the industry. Industry leader A.P. A U.S.
Cerasis
JULY 20, 2018
One such area that offers the greatest opportunity is shipping network optimization. The question is, how can a company optimize its shipping network? Optimal shipping networks are not “one size fits all.” ” Depending on industry, an optimal shipping network might include the ability to reach all states in two days, while for other industries they might be a pure margins game.
Cerasis
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Industry experts feared it would spell doom for traditional, brick-and-mortar establishments, but e-commerce is having an unexpected effect. To achieve lasting success, shippers need to understand how e-commerce shipping strategies are quintessential steps in this process. An Effective E-Commerce Shipping Strategy Mitigates Losses From the “Retail Apocalypse.” This is the making of an effective e-commerce shipping strategy. Try to avoid profitability in shipping.
Cerasis
NOVEMBER 14, 2016
This graphic shows the true scope of impact of big data in the Transportation, SupplyChain & Logistics industries. . Better Shipping Options. . Meanwhile, Amazon is continuing to offer shipping that is free, and this fact is destroying shipping models around the country.
Cerasis
MARCH 18, 2016
Manufacturers are set to invest up to $70 billion in the Industrial Internet of Things ( IIoT ) by 2020, reports John Greenough of Business Insider. Previous Applications of the Industrial Internet of Things in Manufacturing. Growth of the Industrial Internet of Things Continues.
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