FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

This week, learn how freight market participants, especially freight carriers, rely on FreightWaves SONAR’s Operating Ratio (OPRAT) index to monitor and understand carrier operating ratios. What is the Operating Ratio (OPRAT) Index? Background on Truckload Carrier Association and freight carriers operating ratios.

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Locus

MAY 2, 2023

But how do they ensure effective third-party deliveries and excellence in their e-commerce logistics operations, given that they outsource last-mile logistics to third-party providers? Scales logistics operations efficiently: ShipFlex saves businesses from the hassles of managing multiple carrier contracts. Schedule a demo with us!

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AIMMS

JUNE 11, 2018

The list includes trending blog posts, our latest webinar and a brand-new Buyer’s Guide for S&OP. Best of our blog. Spreadsheets still dominate in supply chain planning, but as this blog by Chris Gordon tells us, that may not be for long. Read this blog to find out how you can prepare your supply chain organization.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. These factors are leading to improvements in space and equipment availability at Asian export hubs, smooth operations at most major ports and few signs of congestion.

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Locus

APRIL 3, 2023

Logistics management is an essential part of supply chain management and is crucial in achieving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and boosting customer satisfaction. Logistics management steps in to help companies optimize these supply chain operations. These are some common challenges businesses face and how to overcome them.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

In this edition of “SONAR Indices & Insights,” the SONAR team showcases several operational-focused indices to aid asset-lite and asset-based carriers build trucking KPIs that will inform decisions that yield higher profit margins for those who run a trucking business. Operating Ratio (OPRAT).

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 5, 2021

Operational costs continue to increase for carriers year to year. Although many carriers have worked diligently towards reducing operational costs and increasing profit margins, there is still work to do for the top for-hire truckload freight carriers to improve. Operating Ratio. Freight data reduces dwell time and load time.

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Envase Technologies

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

But like everything in shipping and trucking, freight brokering isn’t that simple… Read the Full Blog. The complete solutions for 3rd party warehousing operation, DM Warehouse allows you to rework, repack, put away, product transfer and many other secondary warehouse operations. Request a Demo to learn more!

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Envase Technologies

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

But like everything in shipping and trucking, freight brokering isn’t that simple… Read the Full Blog. The complete solutions for 3rd party warehousing operation, DM Warehouse allows you to rework, repack, put away, product transfer and many other secondary warehouse operations. Request a Demo to learn more!

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Improvements in ocean operations and the arrival of LNY though saw China – N. Asia-US East Coast prices (FBX03 Weekly) climbed 3% to $6,589/FEU. America weekly prices fell 1% to $2.03/kg.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

In addition, the pressure to operate efficiently and use capital and manufacturing capacity frugally will remain unrelenting.” And to help carriers achieve that goal, this white paper will explore a few best practices to reduce operating costs, including: The importance of meaningful data capture. Request a SONAR Demo.

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AIMMS

MARCH 30, 2020

Prolonged shutdowns will have both financial and operational implications, which are often very difficult to predict due to the complexity and far-reaching nature of supply chains. Scenario planning is the key to understanding the many repercussions of sudden changes in demand and operations brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Freightos

MARCH 19, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. In the meantime, with most container traffic already avoiding the Suez Canal, demand easing, and operations stabilizing , ocean rates continued to decrease across the major tradelanes. America and 7-10% to N.

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Freightos

APRIL 2, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Baltimore is the largest US port for vehicle imports and exports.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Logistics stakeholders are continuing to digitalize operations—and supply chains—through new technologies that meet customer expectations and keep up with global trade challenges. Players with a flexible value chain and adaptable business operations withstood the crises more resiliently than their competitors.

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WorkWave

MAY 8, 2024

This blog post will explore what telematics is, why it’s crucial for last-mile delivery and the vital role it plays when combined with route optimization platforms. Importance of Telematics in Last-Mile Delivery Telematics is a game-changer for last-mile delivery operations for several reasons. What Is Telematics?

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Freightos

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. But operations could continue reasonably well until then, and freight rates are unlikely to spike to extreme highs due to the current high levels of available capacity. America traffic.

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Envase Technologies

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Learn how Envase is leveraging our hundreds (upon hundreds) of collective years in dray-tech to make tools once only accessible to the major carriers available to all owner-operators. Read the Blog. Book a Demo to learn more. The Implementation Blues.

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Locus

OCTOBER 6, 2023

We recently hosted a webinar aimed at highlighting how a robust and well-structured Transporter Management System can propel shippers toward operational optimization and last-mile delivery excellence. Our team engaged with multiple operations groups to discern what they’d envisage in an ideal system.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

When the data is collected and made more available and accessible, carriers and logistics service providers (LSPs) can improve trucking operation decisions. Forecasting data also improves carrier operations by showing the weaknesses and helping managers find the low-hanging fruit of improved equipment use. Request a SONAR Demo.

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Locus

OCTOBER 25, 2023

With the magnitude of such operations comes inherent challenges. Enhancing Visibility Across Operations Imagine the uphill task of several fleets navigating between 11 warehouses. The need was clear: better utilization to ensure efficient operations. Want to turn your last-minute delivery challenges into triumphs?

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Freightos

MAY 1, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Some of the recent intra-Asia feeder service congestion is also being attributed to changes due to Red Sea diversions, though bad weather has also been a factor for some recent delays in the region.

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Freightos

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Phone This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. America operations and rates will likely be impacted as well. Asia-US East Coast prices (FBX03 Weekly) were level at $2,505/FEU. Europe, the Mediterranean and North America’s East Coast. Asia – N.

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FreightWaves SONAR

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The maritime sector has been operating at peak season-like levels for much of the past year. Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo. All three major modes of transportation – maritime, intermodal and truckload – all have very different peak season timelines. FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE WHITE PAPER.

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Locus

APRIL 26, 2024

More and more companies are looking to digitalization of their end-to-end logistics operations for high efficiencies at optimal costs. It’s a comprehensive approach that empowers companies to streamline their procurement process, ensuring alignment with their long-term objectives and operational requirements.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MAY 7, 2024

By embracing procurement platforms, shipping companies can modernize their operations, enhance efficiency and better navigate the complexities of the industry. Armed with trusted market data and powerful analytics, these companies are equipped to refine their procurement strategies and achieve their strategic goals more effectively.

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Locus

JULY 5, 2023

Understanding fleet management At its core, fleet management is a strategic method by which shippers enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of their vehicle and driver operations. Given the impossibility of delivering goods without a robust fleet, tracking and managing these vehicles becomes a crucial business operation.

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Locus

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Operational mishaps. Visibility Gaps: Losing track of returns increases operational costs. Schedule a Demo with Locus today! References: [link] [link] [link] [link] The post InFocus Webinar: The Silent Tsunami- Navigating Reverse Logistics Challenges appeared first on Locus Blog. Transportation glitches.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 21, 2024

Content Management Tools Original content, such as blog posts, videos, how-tos, FAQs, testimonials, reviews, and other forms of social proof are great opportunities for your customers to engage with your brand. Ask for a demo. Drop us a line and we’ll give you a demo! Returns can be handled without contacting support teams.

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Freightos

MARCH 27, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. America weekly prices fell 4% to $2.06/kg.

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Envase Technologies

AUGUST 3, 2021

Read the Blog. ” – Randal Morris, VP Operations, Canal Cartage. Watch the demo (3:11 min) DM Maintenance is your full-featured maintenance software solution. Business isn’t just done behind a desk or behind the wheel. Tech Updates From the Envase Brand Family. “VIntermodal has really put us on the map!

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Freightos

JANUARY 15, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Phone This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. The implication for global freight beyond the now typical uncertainty is predictably elevated operational costs and soaring freight rates.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 24, 2023

The supply chain operates on roughly an 18-month cycle. Keep operations in line with the budget by leveraging an insightful freight forecasting engine All supply chains face the uncertainty of market instability, political upheaval and other disruptions. Think about this.

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Locus

DECEMBER 9, 2022

A major part of this change lies in streamlining the most complex part of their operation— last mile delivery and logistics. One part of the logistics operation does not know what the other is doing, thereby leading to a lack of efficiency and oversight. Sometimes, the logistics operations are even outsourced. Schedule Demo.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

It has operated in this region for over 65 years. This has prompted them to adopt automation and establish system-driven operations. Schedule a Demo The post InFocus Webinar: Oasis of Opportunity: Tapping into the 3PL Potential of KSA appeared first on Locus Blog.

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Locus

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

High operational costs: Returns necessitate additional operational processes which incur costs. Conclusion: Returns are inevitable in the logistics landscape, posing multifaceted challenges for shippers in terms of operational cost, customer satisfaction, inventory management, environmental concerns, and regulatory compliance.

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Log-hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

7 min read In the dynamic world of supply chain management, optimizing warehouse operations has become an indispensable factor for businesses. Efficient inventory management, layout organization, and operational strategies are key to meeting customer demands while minimizing costs and maximizing profits.

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