The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Anthony transitioned to a Corporate Economist & Consultant, advising CXO leaders and Fortune 500 companies on economic analysis, industry trends, and internal strategy. Anthony’s clients varied from construction, trucking, industrial, software, manufacturing, and retail industries.

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

While we’ve seen layoffs in the tech industry skyrocket over the past few months, we’re now observing them in the shipping industry – in the middle of Peak Season. While layoffs within the tech industry have unfortunately become common place with the current state of the global economy, the shipping industry has largely avoided them.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

VisionTrack, a leading AI video telematics and connected fleet data specialist, is transforming commercial fleet safety with the launch of a sophisticated AI-powered post-analysis solution. As a result, the company is now targeting more efficient risk management, whilst supporting their road safety strategy.

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CH Robinson Logistics

APRIL 15, 2021

If you’ve been in the transportation and logistics industry as long as I have, you know there are always ebbs and flows to supply and demand. The good news is there are strategies you can implement to succeed, no matter what condition the market is in. Right now, analysts* forecast truckload volume to increase 8% to 12% in 2021.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 29, 2020

He has over 25 years of experience across all functions of the supply chain and IT in multiple industries including consumer products, life sciences, and industrial manufacturing. Shanna has experience in a broad range of industries including oil & gas, health tech, and consumer goods. Final mile capacity demand increases.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 15, 2015

Transportation capacity problems have been a volatile issue over the past twenty years or so. A thorough analysis provided by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals , (CSCMP) in its “ State of Logistics ” report, indicates that by 2017, shippers in the U.S. Contributors to Capacity and Trucker Shortage.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

From 2006 to 2020, Chris played key leadership roles (including Chief Strategy Officer from 2010-2020) at Coyote Logistics (a UPS Company), a leading provider of non-asset based 3PL solutions across North America and Europe. in Industrial & Systems Engineering from Virginia Tech, an M.Eng. He earned a B.S. About Pickett Research.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 23, 2024

Situation Companies are increasingly confronted with complex planning scenarios due to predictable events such as mergers and acquisitions, category expansions, supplier changes, and distribution evolution, as well as disruptive events including demand volatility, material shortages, capacity constraints, and logistical surprises.

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MTS Logistics

AUGUST 25, 2023

Although we are unable to accurately predict the future, we are able to pinpoint some potential problems that the shipping industry may experience in the coming years based on current trends and difficulties. Also, automated and autonomous technologies have the potential to change the shipping industry and displace workers.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 21, 2023

Chris is the Chief Operating Officer at Flock Freight , a technology company that is on a mission to solve the US trucking industry’s wasted capacity problem. in Industrial & Systems Engineering from Virginia Tech, an M.Eng. Joe Lynch and Chris Pickett discuss what’s next for the freight market.

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Freightos

MAY 28, 2024

With demand stable in those months carriers had just enough capacity and equipment to keep the market balanced and rates elevated but level. Europe – N. America weekly prices fell 1% to $1.73/kg. If these market conditions persist, rates are likely to climb past their Q1 highs on additional June GRIs and surcharges. million TEU twice.

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CLX Logistics

JULY 26, 2021

Let’s look at the facts – the percentage of supply chain managers using new analytics tools and services to develop better bidding strategies has increased from 17% in 2017 to more than 30% in 2020. Procurement Event Strategies. Not every platform offers expert-enhanced procurement event strategies on top of a digital platform!

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 27, 2022

and is transforming the $800 billion transportation and logistics industry with its digital freight marketplace platform. Transforming the $800 billion trucking industry, Emerge empowers meaningful logistics relationships through its award-winning Freight Procurement Platform. About Mark McEntire . Mark earned a B.S. About Emerge.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 18, 2021

From 2006 to 2020, Chris played key leadership roles (including Chief Strategy Officer from 2010-2020) at Coyote Logistics (a UPS Company), a leading provider of non-asset based 3PL solutions across North America and Europe. in Industrial & Systems Engineering from Virginia Tech, an M.Eng. He earned a B.S. About Pickett Research.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Carriers in the trucking industry are still adjusting to the growing pains of the federally mandated electronic logging devices (ELDs) following implementation deadlines earlier this year. What Does the ELD Mandate Mean: Transit times, Capacity, and Rates . Analysis with BlueGrace . Even still, one-third of U.S.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

2018 is off to a strong start for the economy and manufacturing, but there is a shortage of available truckload capacity on the spot market. This time frame almost exactly correlates with the last low point in the Dow Jones Industrial index. More Freight, Less Capacity. Load Planning and Consolidation Scope and Strategy.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 19, 2017

The capacity crunch is starting to take hold of the shipping industry. However, this capacity crunch is likely to exceed even the worst capacity crunches in history, says Karen Sage of Talking Logistics With Adrian Gonzalez. Know the Causes Is the Starting Point to Thriving in a Capacity Crunch. Click Here.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Dive deeper into freight data that matters Stay in the know in the now with instant freight data reporting Sign up for Free Analysis The latest National Retail Federation US ocean import report shows that peak season extended into September as month on month import volumes climbed 4%. Europe – N. The same was true for Asia – N.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 26, 2024

Photo credit: Jim Allen Produce is a small portion of the volume of freight in the United States, but it can be one of the most disruptive forces in the industry. This pulls the capacity from not only those direct markets, but surrounding areas as well.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2021

There won’t be a new normal, just new sources of disruption, from weather to government policies to industry conditions. Some of the largest companies in the industry have been forced to pay ransom to restore technical operations. Capacity constraints and transportation delays. A resilient supply chain doesn’t happen on its own.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2024

The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore being struck by the Dali and collapsing is an unpredictable disruption to the supply chains of several industries including automobiles, coal, and agricultural machinery. Coal industry: The Port of Baltimore is the largest coal port in the country, handling about 20 million tons of coal per year.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

With so many literal and figurative moving parts to factor into your shipping strategy, it can be a lot for an ecommerce brand to handle alone. Virtual Carrier Network ShipMonk’s Virtual Carrier Network is an advanced transportation management strategy that ensures orders are delivered on-time at the best possible rate.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Even the most robust in-house strategies can turn to the value of logistics automation within analytics, such as the insights found in Lane Signal, to further refine their operations. Enterprise shippers need a proactive strategy to secure capacity One of the biggest challenges that shippers face remains to secure capacity.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 13, 2016

The shipping industry saw growth and expansion in 2014 when compared to the state of the industry since 2008. Unfortunately, the capacity crunch is real, and shippers need to know how to face the prospects of a slower 2016 to stay competitive and meet the demands of their customers and partner businesses.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Dive deeper into freight data that matters Stay in the know in the now with instant freight data reporting Sign up for Free Analysis A discernible lull in the frequency and effectiveness of attacks on Red Sea traffic in the last couple weeks had some hopeful that US-led steps to degrade Houthi capabilities were succeeding.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2023

said Cathy Morrow Roberson, Founder and President of Logistics Trends & Insights LLC during a webinar organised by Container xChange on the Chinese New Year analysis and predictions. Last year, most industry professionals feared capacity issues and higher rates as the Chinese New Year aftermath.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 17, 2015

A vigorous supplier relationship management (SRM) strategy can assist organizations in maximizing partnership value, minimize risk, and manage costs through the entire supplier relationship lifecycle. A comprehensive supplier management strategy helps organizations arrange suppliers based on different tiers of importance and reliability. .

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CH Robinson Logistics

AUGUST 13, 2021

Robinson experts provided in-depth analysis of current supply and demand trends, our updated forecast, and the impact of global import volumes on North American freight transportation. The near-term and long-term challenges surrounding driver employment are certainly front and center in the carrier industry. webinar, C.H.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 28, 2023

It can be equally helpful for developing innovative logistical solutions as it is frequently used in the retail and education industries. Uber, for instance, saw a trend in the logistics industry in 2017 and introduced Uber Freight, a platform that links truck drivers with businesses that require cargo transportation.

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GoShip Blog

JANUARY 31, 2024

Transporting big machines and equipment is a massive task in industries like construction and mining. Many complexities come with heavy equipment hauling, and there are several common challenges and strategies employed to address these hurdles. It’s about more than driving from point A to point B.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Informed by shippers across various industries, BlueGrace’s LCI comprises data related to customers’ expectations and confidence in their organization’s financial growth or stagnation, level of inventory and warehouse capacity, as well as unique information on the expansion or contraction of orders for the upcoming quarter.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2023

We’ll explore a few general solutions offered by leading technology platforms that retailers and logistics providers alike should consider: Carrier Allocation: Optimize cost and reduce risk by expanding partnerships with carriers and delivery service providers, improving capacity and flexibility.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Let’s consider these top factors affecting the trucking market, their implications on supply chains and how they are driving change within the industry. . Capacity Constraints Continue to Arise. Capacity constraints continue to come under microscope as shippers look for a better understanding to the state of the market.

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

2024 is shaping up to be a challenging year for the shipping industry. Soft pricing, lower demand, and economic uncertainties are creating a complex landscape, and the shipping industry is gearing up to face these issues head-on. The decline in freight rates raises concerns about future investments in the shipping industry.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Supply chain industry executives do not foresee a global economic recovery until 2022 or beyond, despite an expectation that Asia, North America and Europe will rebound this year from the downturn triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic. Of 1,200 industry professionals surveyed for the 2021 Agility Emerging Markets Logistics Index, 51.5%

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 24, 2023

This technology allows businesses to unify their procurement, expense management, invoicing, payments, contract management, and spend analysis processes and reporting. Coupa’s Take on Platform Fatigue The top executives at Coupa had a private briefing for industry analysts. The use cases just keep expanding.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 16, 2022

They have several capabilities of an ERP system; optimizing cost control, streamlining business processes, improving productivity, and providing real-time data analysis for reporting and decision making. If your business expands into a new market, you need an adequate ERP system to manage the changes and additional capacity requirements.

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