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3PL Outsourcing Trends with Ben Steffes

The Logistics of Logistics

Ben Steffes and Joe Lynch discuss 3PL outsourcing trends. Ben received his bachelor’s degree from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and lives in Milwaukee. Key Takeaways: 3PL Outsourcing Trends Ben Steffes is Vice President of Managed Services at Coyote Logistics, a leading global third-party logistics provider.

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Spot market demand heats up out West

DAT Solutions

That's a typical trend for this time of year, but volumes are starting to gather strength. VAN TRENDS. FLATBED TRENDS. Cleveland to Milwaukee increased 50¢ to $4.38/mi. As a result, we saw continued decline in the national average rates for vans, reefers and flatbeds. loads per truck. loads per truck. Falling Rates.

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Flatbed Rates Set Another Record

DAT Solutions

Cleveland demand has been relatively cool, but prices were up 3% last week - the lane to Milwaukee was up to $3.82 All rates below include fuel surcharges and are based on real transactions between brokers and carriers. Atlanta rates jumped up 5%. on solid volume increases. The lane from Vegas to Sacramento jumped up to an average of $3.22/mile,

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4 More Tips for Working With Freight Brokers

DAT Solutions

For example, let's say you run a load from Milwaukee to the East Coast for $2.50/mile. If return loads directly to Milwaukee aren't paying enough, look for alternative routes. Broad rate trend information is also available in DAT Trendlines. Waiting on the East Coast for another $2.50/ mile load is probably unrealistic.

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Rockwell Automation: Supply Chains to Admire Winner

Supply Chain Shaman

Note the general trend of improvement. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 23,000 people serving customers in more than 80 countries. The orbit chart in Figure 1, shows the relative rate of improvement at the intersection of inventory turns and operating margin for the period of 2006-2017.

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Rockwell Automation: A Case Study in Supply Chain Excellence

Supply Chain Shaman

Note the general trend of improvement. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 23,000 people serving customers in more than 80 countries. The orbit chart in Figure 1, shows the relative rate of improvement at the intersection of inventory turns and operating margin for the period of 2006-2017.

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This Week in Logistics News (June 10 – 16)

Logistics Viewpoints

With the Milwaukee Bucks opening round loss, the Celtics would have home court advantage throughout the playoffs, with a strong chance to bring home championship number 18. The team was so dominant that the Carolina Hurricanes, who finished with the league’s second-best record, were a full 13 wins and 22 points behind.