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Manhattan Associates named a Leader again in 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

s Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems Manhattan Associates Inc. has been named a Leader for the third consecutive year in Gartner Inc.’s

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Top Five Transportation Trends

Logistics Viewpoints

From a transportation standpoint, this has included major technological advancements. In my presentation, I highlighted five key transportation trends that are changing supply chains from a technology standpoint. The second of the transportation trends is innovation in TMS.

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Transportation Strategies for Continued Success

Logistics Viewpoints

The three traditional methods are the use of a transportation management system (TMS), transportation execution system (TES), and managed transportation services (MTS). Below are some transportation strategies for success for suppliers of TMS, TES, and MTS.

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The Importance of Transportation Visibility

Logistics Viewpoints

I am working on my latest Transportation Execution and Visibility Systems study, which looks at the total size of the market, the forecasted growth through 2025, and the leading suppliers across a number of categories including industry, region, customer size, and mode.

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A Guide to Finding Your Visibility Platform Perfect Match

Looking to uncover the differences among the many vendors of real-time transportation visibility platforms? Gartner rates 11 visibility platform vendors on 100+ capabilities to help you make the best decision for your business.

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Top Suppliers of Transportation Execution and Visibility

Logistics Viewpoints

When it comes to executing mode-specific freight moves from origin to destination efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively, transportation execution and visibility solutions play a critical role. Supply Chain Visibility transportation execution visibility

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A New Era in Transport Logistics with Big Data and Self-Driving Trucks

Logistics Viewpoints

Fuel prices and a shortage of drivers are putting transport logistics under immense pressure. The biggest challenge in the transport sector today: there just aren’t enough drivers. Big data for real-time optimizations in transport logistics.

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Walmart Transportation with Doug Estrada

The Logistics of Logistics

Doug Estrada and Joe Lynch discuss Walmart transportation. Doug currently leads the Great Lakes / Upper Midwest Transportation Region for Walmart overseeing 15 Transportation Distribution Centers with over 2000 Walmart Drivers that support Stores and Clubs in that part of the country.

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Cutting Emissions Through Better Transportation Planning

Logistics Viewpoints

Oracle Fursion Cloud Transportation Management offers a solution that allows transportation planners to see estimated emissions – carbon dioxide, nitrous oxides, and particulate matter – before a trip is executed. Transportation is, of course, a major source of green house emissions.

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Across the Pond: The European Transportation Market (October 2022)

Talking Logistics

Author’s Note: I was asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Insights market data for additional insights and perspective.

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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

In this educational webinar, Adam Robinson from Cerasis, a leading North American Transportation Management Solutions Company, will address how automation in the supply chain is allowing companies to empower their employees with a more strategic work flow aiding in overall collaboration with peers across departments, improved business operations, more efficient manufacturing, a healthier corporate culture, and more visibility to data and processes providing the ability to gain actionable insights that lead towards actions that impact the company’s bottom line.

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Beyond Basic Features: Important Transportation Management System (TMS) Capabilities

Talking Logistics

With all of the transportation-related challenges companies are facing today, transportation management systems (TMS) are back in the spotlight. Read more Beyond Basic Features: Important Transportation Management System (TMS) Capabilities.

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Top 7 Logistics & Transportation Management Capabilities That Drive Sustainability

Talking Logistics

Read more Top 7 Logistics & Transportation Management Capabilities That Drive Sustainability. The post Top 7 Logistics & Transportation Management Capabilities That Drive Sustainability appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Discussing the Lessons Learned in Transportation Procurement Management

Talking Logistics

The post Discussing the Lessons Learned in Transportation Procurement Management appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. Episode Highlights Transportation Management Brian Honer Emerge transportation management transportation procurement

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Top Transportation & Logistics Influencers

The Logistics of Logistics

Original article: Warner’s Top Transportation & Logistics Influencers. In light of the global environment in the past year and a half, we listed the top transportation & logistics influencers. The road hasn’t been easy for the transportation and logistics industries.

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10 FAQs on Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

TMS have evolved to include robust functionality around modes, warehouse steps, visibility, cost-to-serve, and much more. Use this FAQ sheet to discover new solution benefits, capabilities, and opportunities available to get the highest ROI on your investment.

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4 New Trends in Multimodal Transportation

GlobalTranz

The post 4 New Trends in Multimodal Transportation appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis. Freight Transportation Multimodal transportation

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Across the Pond: The European Transportation Market (July 2022)

Talking Logistics

Author’s Note: I was asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Insights market data for additional insights and perspective.

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Transportation Execution Market Poised for Growth

Logistics Viewpoints

Transportation execution solutions allow shippers to connect to multiple carriers and then tender, track, and pay in the system. Transportation execution and visibility solutions can provide these efficiencies. The automation can decrease workloads in the transportation department.

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Reducing the Impact of High Fuel Costs Goes Beyond the Transportation Department

Logistics Viewpoints

While the transportation department bears the brunt of high fuel costs, it may not have much ability to mitigate the impact of these costs on the broader business as many of the causes of high fuel consumption come from outside the transportation department.

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TMS+: Go Beyond Transport to Optimize Cost, Service, & Resiliency

In the aftermath of the pandemic, supply chain inadequacies have been revealed in a new light. In order to thrive, companies need to take a more synchronized approach. Learn why a holistic “TMS+” approach is integral to success in the new normal and beyond.

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Transportation Procurement: Finding an Alternative

Talking Logistics

Many companies are getting ready for (or perhaps have already completed) their annual transportation procurement engagement. But has the time come to transform the transportation procurement process? Read more Transportation Procurement: Finding an Alternative.

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[Video] Discussing the Lessons Learned in Transportation Procurement Management

Talking Logistics

Read more The post [Video] Discussing the Lessons Learned in Transportation Procurement Management appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. Read more Past Episode Past Episode - Emerge Transportation Management Emerge freight procurement transportation procurement

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Transportation in the Time of a Pandemic

Logistics Viewpoints

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the long-haul transportation industry has been tested daily. The post Transportation in the Time of a Pandemic appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. The biggest issue? Fluctuations in supply and demand.

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What Is Transportation Optimization and What Does It Have to Do With Managed Transportation

GlobalTranz

Additional opportunities can be reached through transportation optimization whether using a 3PL or 4PL. It's important to understand how transportation optimization can work well with managed transportation service providers to attain that goal. Blog Transportation Management

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2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Real-Time Transportation Visibility Platforms

Visibility is critical to success, but how do you find the best solution for your unique business needs? Use this trusted Gartner resource to make an informed decision.

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How to Use Transportation Technology to Minimize Disruptions

Talking Logistics

Even in normal times, transportation professionals have their hands full dealing with all sorts of exceptions and disruptions. Read more How to Use Transportation Technology to Minimize Disruptions.

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Managed Transportation: A Complete Guide

Freight Plus

However, standing up and managing a transportation & logistics program is a complex and time-consuming process. Managed TransportationAn effective freight logistics program is the foundation for ensuring products are delivered on time and in the right condition.

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Transportation 101: Understanding How to Manage Your Freight Spend

Logistics Viewpoints

The three traditional methods are the use of a transportation management system (TMS), transportation execution system (TES), and managed transportation services (MTS). When it comes to managing your freight spend, there are a few options to consider.

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Transportation as a Service: The Value of Cloud-Based Transportation Management + 3PL Partnerships

GlobalTranz

Cloud-based transportation management offers a variety of benefits for businesses that operate in the global supply chain. But there are times when it becomes necessary to outsource the entire process thoroughly, which many refer to as transportation as a service.

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Case Study: DSV Implements a Single-Instance Control Tower with a Global Footprint

This case study illustrates how DVS implemented a Single-Instance Control Tower with a Global Footprint to deal with the challenge of connecting people, systems, and processes.

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Devising a Simpler Yet More Effective Transport Network for Vion Food Group

CHAINalytics

One of the largest European meat producers grew through mergers and acquisitions, and an unwieldy transport network developed to keep their perishable product flowing.

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The Most Famous Transport Companies

IT Supply Chain

The post The Most Famous Transport Companies appeared first on IT Supply Chain. By Ellie Yantsan (pictured). Digital Marketer. Industry Talk

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The Value of Refrigerated Transport!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Refrigerated transport is a vital component of global supply chains. To further support how refrigerated transport is so valuable in a global supply chain, below are several more reasons: 1. It’s Offering Unprecedented High-Speed Transport Worldwide. Subscribe Here!

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Innovations in Transportation Management Systems

Prophetic Technology

Supply Chain (SC) disruption brought the foremost technological innovations, especially when discussing transportation improvements. supply chain disruption transportation

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Enabling Assurance of Supply in the Global Marketplace

Speaker: Adrian Gonzalez, Tom Nightingale, and Martin Verwijmeren

Watch this insightful conversation about enabling assurance of supply in the global marketplace to better balance inventory and control costs.

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The Transportation Execution and Visibility Market Heats Up

Logistics Viewpoints

I recently completed my latest study on the transportation execution and visibility solutions market. Transportation execution allow shippers to connect to multiple carriers and then tender, track, and pay in the system.