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Scaling a FreightTech Business with Mark McEntire

The Logistics of Logistics

Mark is the Chief Executive Officer off Princeton TMX , a SaaS-based transportation management system (TMS). About Mark McEntire Mark McEntire is the Chief Executive Officer at Princeton TMX, a SaaS-based transportation management system (TMS). in Transportation and Logistics from Arkansas State University.

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Big Data and Analytics for Oil and Gas Transportation

Talking Logistics

Based on the current trends, North America could rival OPEC in oil and production. This growth along with the complexities found in the oil and gas industry can create significant transportation and logistics challenges. Implementing proven procurement processes for oilfield trucking.

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From Real-Time Visibility to Real-Time Decisions: Data’s Value Is Propagating Across Global Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

We’re currently on the cusp of a big incremental change in the industry’s transformation journey, as the value of real-time supply chain data is increasingly being felt far beyond transportation logistics. Some examples: Procurement and Co-manufacturing : What is the impact of inbound transportation issues on materials?

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Top Transportation & Logistics Influencers

The Logistics of Logistics

While there are many more, We’ve have outlined the top transportation & logistics influencers below (in alphabetical order) we see making an impact and invite you to follow them. Steve Banker. Steve works closely with leading manufacturers, retailers, logistics service providers, and technology firms. Cassandra Gaines.

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Why Now is the Perfect Time to Benchmark and Bid Your Carrier Rates

Talking Logistics

In today’s highly competitive marketplace, understanding how your company’s procurement strategy and results compare with industry peers is critical. To learn more on this topic, watch “ Best Practices for Freight Rate Procurement in Today’s Market.”. We believe there is no such thing as a bad outcome from a benchmark event.

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How Connecting Your TMS Saves Time and Money

CH Robinson Transportfolio

Now you can obtain transportation services where you already operate as well. In fact, today you can procure freight rates from your transportation providers right in your TMS. There are many reasons to supplement your spot freight procurement with automated processes sooner rather than later. Route guide failure.

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How to Capture Full Divestiture Value with a 3PL

Talking Logistics

This assessment identifies the most important capabilities for which the newly divested company needs to account, which may include functions such as Procurement, Purchasing, Accounting and Supply Chain Operations itself. This begets the need to set the overall strategy for the divestment by way of an exercise, called “capability scoping.”

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