The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 19, 2021

Bulk food carriers like Ruan must meet a higher standard in areas like driver training, licensing, weighing & sampling, and food safety. Owns assets including tractors, trailers, terminals – especially valuable during times when capacity is a problem. Ruan White Paper: Selecting the Right 3PL Partner.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 29, 2020

The Supply Chain Disruptions Include: Manufacturing capacity drops and become less efficient. Trucking capacity falls and costs increase. Final mile capacity demand increases. Rapid changes in consumer buying habits. Labor shortages and cost increases. Raw material shortages and cost increases. Financial implications.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 7, 2021

The 3PL’s capacity procurement team utilizes a proprietary qualification process to identify and contract the highest quality providers to operate within its network. Suppliers who do not meet the minimum OTIF service level are often fined by the retailer. White Paper – The 5 Best Practices for a Changing Retail Industry.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 21, 2020

The sales increase pushed Amazon’s operational capacity and capability. If carriers fail to meet Amazon standards, they will be unable to schedule appointments with Amazon facilities. White Paper: Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) Workflow SOP. Tactical has warehouses in both Chino, California, and Elizabeth, New Jersey.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Finding carriers that meet specific needs and help the company reach supply chain goals provides a competitive advantage within the marketplace. With demand for drivers often exceeding availability, shippers find themselves forced to pay more to secure capacity and drivers across many industries. Carrier Vetting for OTR Freight .

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CH Robinson Logistics

APRIL 15, 2021

In the video below, I offer up five steps you can take right now to secure more truckload capacity options—even when the market is tight. When faced with a market like today’s, I recommend you consider one or more of the tactical ideas from the video above or our white paper to help meet your shipping needs during difficult market conditions.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

In our white paper, 2022 Logistics and Supply Chain Trends and Outlook , we cover many of the lingering effects of the past two years, and the newest challenges truckload shippers can expect to face in the year ahead. The ongoing driver shortage will continue to contribute to rate volatility as carriers seek to secure capacity.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

In our recent GlobalTranz 2022 Logistics and Supply Chain Trends and Outlook white paper, our experts review some of the factors that will shape logistics in the coming year and beyond. Tightened Capacity. Labor shortages will have a lasting effect, effectively reducing capacity for carriers and terminals. Consolidation.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

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. Top causes of capacity constraints include: . Fewer labor resources are available to meet the rising demand in both the warehouse and in transit. ?

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 1, 2024

The new trucks are tailored specifically to meet the demands of a high-intensity operation, whilst simultaneously reducing emissions and noise pollution. The 5 tonne capacity of the Combilift machines ensure efficient handling of products that can be up to 10 metres long and weigh up to 4 tonne.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 28, 2020

With a strategic, long-term agreement in place, these carriers make up the backbone of many transportation chains and provide the day-to-day shipping coverage needed to meet customer needs. Most importantly, they will provide premium service when “freight demand outstrips available capacity,” according to Coyote Logistics.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Digital freight matching is growing more valuable as a way to source meaningful capacity Companies and freight managers that have embraced digital technology and automation remain more likely to thrive. Using digital freight matching platforms is the best strategy to secure meaningful and practical capacity. Download the White Paper.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Load capacity limits play a crucial part in a supply chain network organization, logistics metrics management, and procurement in the shipping industry. Technological advancements for procurement in the shipping industry make it easier to meet a client’s expectations and satisfy all needs. Download the White Paper.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Transportation rates have been rising over the last couple of years due to factors like the driver shortage, lack of equipment, a capacity crunch, and rising fuel costs. With eCommerce order volumes and consumer demands high and continuing to rise, shippers have turned to LTL in lieu of truckload freight to meet these needs.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Instead of wasting resources to guess at which lanes and shippers meet minimum load requirements, capturing real-time freight data helps carriers identify their top performers, review eligibility for shipper-of-choice status and ensure everything runs more smoothly. Download the White Paper. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 4, 2021

That’s even more true since transportation capacity, indicated by LMI.TPCP, is at 46.34, well below prior years’ averages in the above image. Some things to consider regarding shipping demand management are critical to staying informed and expanding the network to meet demand constraints. Download the White Paper.

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Airfreight Logistics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

to meet demand from customers in the technology, manufacturing and life science and healthcare sectors. Getting the much-needed air capacity is the last piece in the value chain puzzle, so to speak, that ensures temperature-sensitive products such as life-saving vaccines reach the communities-in-need,” added Mack.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 1, 2021

As truckload capacity tightens, more companies find themselves faced with a choice between paying the cost of higher shipping or passing it along to customers, affecting all facets of freight management along the way. Download the White Paper. USA ticker show a trend toward significant increases going forward.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Typically, these include meeting EDI and electronic document standards; use routing guides, which even small companies should have; labeling inbound cartons and pallets with product SKUs and purchase order numbers; and purchase order terms and conditions.” . It’s also an effective way to measure freight shipper reaction to trucking capacity.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Enterprise shippers need a proactive strategy to secure capacity One of the biggest challenges that shippers face remains to secure capacity. Along with this keeping, the fleet loaded to maximum capacity is essential. Download the White Paper. The improved insights amount to greater capacity and lane control.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

And a failure to ensure trucking capacity availability within one market will have a resounding effect on allocation strategies of a trucking fleet’s assets. Download the White Paper. And now, the truckload freight market is on fire with massive demands created by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Unfortunately, the ill-prepared shipping could face stiff setbacks in budgeting and loss of capacity with partnering carriers. WHITE PAPER] The Current Factors Driving the Less Than Truckload Pricing Market. Download White Paper. Cassidy of JOC.com. Get Your Free Copy Here.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 25, 2021

Download the White Paper. As highlighted by LinkedIn , a staggering 80% of bargaining is preparation, analysis, data review and planning before any meeting or discussion occurs. Keep extra carriers on hand and keep the availability of drivers open for locating added capacity.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 26, 2021

Improper consideration of the whole market’s demands and available capacity will lead to upset and delays. Carriers need balancing to meet market capacity demands. It helps carriers plan the best use of their assets to meet the demands of shippers. Download the White Paper.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 9, 2021

As a result, transportation fleets must leverage truck utilization data daily as well as load percent capacity, driver wellness and other KPIs to monitor the efficiency and optimization of each unit. However, the additional benefits of actual tender trucking data via EDI or API are much more significant than meets the eye.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

New technologies are bringing light to the furthest corners of supply chains, and shippers are struggling to find available capacity. Even LTL carriers , which typically enjoy more capacity than other types of OTR transit, are starting to feel the effects. As a result, capacity is further tightening in the LTL sector.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 11, 2018

This problem is not due to just capacity; it derives from inexperience too. If negotiations rely on an understanding of all inbound and outbound freight statistics and processes, lacking information will result in strong variances between rates and trouble securing available capacity. Full Truckload White Paper Series.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2018

To meet rising demand, supply chain executives must begin considering new ways to increase the capacity of their existing facilities. Robotics provides a boost to distribution centers and warehouse managers seeking ways to increase capacity and improve efficiency in critical areas. Download white paper.

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FreightWaves SONAR

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

In fact, more air capacity is already lowering the pressures on shipping rates. HOW MUCH DO PAPER AND PACKAGING COMPANIES SPEND ON TRANSPORTATION? Download the White Paper FREIGHT DATA KEEPS EVERYONE INFORMED Miscommunication was a major issue during the first months of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 21, 2021

Download the White Paper. Alignment of pricing to market demands and customized services to meet customer needs. Access to more competitive capacity and enhanced partnerships allow for more transportation versatility, especially during changing markets and through both tendered and paid freight data.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Expansion did nothing to address the rapidly shrinking delivery windows, nor did it have the capacity to handle increased demand when the trucking shortage grew worse following the implementation of the ELD mandate and aging truckers dropped out of the job market. Download White Paper. GET YOUR COPY HERE.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

This can allow your organization to expand beyond its established carrier relationships and more dynamically access resources to deliver what’s needed to meet customer expectations.” Download the White Paper. In turn, they are more likely to tender a load with a rate that will be accepted during the first phase.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

To meet demand, shippers must rapidly ramp up production and move more product, but the industry is struggling. The capacity crunch continues, and the ELD mandate has lowered the number of trucks available. Get Your Free White Paper Today. How Surface Mode Shippers Can Compete in E-Commerce Logistics. Download Here.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 27, 2018

To understand this relationship, we have to consider its driving forces, how it affects omnichannel experiences , and what it means for warehousing capabilities and capacity. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 5, 2021

Download the White Paper. Recognize that not all loads are as lucrative as meets the eye, letting data do the talking Benchmarking may be the first step, but the next focuses on identifying the less-lucrative loads. Carriers have a finite amount of capacity.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

As the world of transportation continues to evolve, shippers and logistics service providers (LSPs) are effectively utilizing certain methods along with modern data platforms to meet the demands of today’s supply chains. Download the White Paper. It’s a complex process that adds to the need for more insight and accountability.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 22, 2020

In the first half of the year, panic buying drove supply and demand imbalance across the supply chain and caused truckload capacity to tighten. The e-commerce surge tightened truckload, LTL , and small parcel capacity, delaying deliveries, and driving up rates. Home baking was another trend that tightened capacity.

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