Talking Logistics

MAY 31, 2023

Transportation executives have always been tasked with developing annual strategies and execution plans. And since the transportation market is cyclical, with swings in demand and capacity, every year presents new challenges. 2023 is no exception.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Brad serves as the Senior Director of Customer Strategy at Emerge , the leading freight procurement platform. Brad brings it all to the table from characterizing Emerge’s brand and culture, presenting Emerge’s value proposition to the industry, and determining pivotal insights to enhance customer experience.

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Locus

JUNE 15, 2023

If you were unable to attend the symposium, Our Chief Revenue Officer, Mehul Kapadia summed up the key themes from the symposium for SCM leaders, focusing on the top challenges they must surmount in 2023, and the strategies unveiled at the symposium to optimize supply chains, with a particular emphasis on last-mile delivery. Watch Webinar 3.

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CH Robinson Logistics

APRIL 21, 2021

Air freight has been in nonstop peak-season mode despite pandemic-induced capacity decline, while other disruptions, such as the Suez Canal blockage, drove even more demand to air. Though vaccine distribution is increasing, and we are seeing a spike in passenger travel, capacity relief is not on the horizon. Flex your creative muscles.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 16, 2021

That information then leads to improved rates, capacity, and several other benefits. And it’s part of the reason that more enterprises are considering the historical accuracy of analytics, particularly freight rates, such as the exact findings presented by the newer FreightWaves Scientific tickers. Download the White Paper.

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Fleet Owner

JULY 19, 2018

A number of factors have been at play contributing to the presently stretched freight capacity and it's a seller's market, but there are strategies shippers can look to in helping control costs, according to CLX Logistics, a transportation and supply

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Many major challenges of 2021—capacity constraints, ecommerce growth and driver shortage—are rolling over into 2022 and, in addition, the environment and machine learning are becoming more important for logistics and supply chain professionals. Online buying will fuel home delivery growth, challenges and new strategies.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2024

Additionally, she shares her strategies for growing her business, the importance of educating people and driving change within the community, and her podcast, LLC Ladies Leadership Coalition, which brings together women in the transportation and logistics industry.

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Locus

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Similarly, before the peak shipping season, logistics businesses must secure their capacity and ensure the best drivers are available during those unforgiving times. Also, they can devise strategies to improve the delivery performance of the least-performing drivers by addressing their bottlenecks and operational inefficiencies.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 5, 2018

Develop a comprehensive truckload strategy so you’re prepared to handle just about anything. Building the right truckload strategy for your business. The key to a great truckload strategy is aligning capacity communities with attribute segments of your freight portfolio. Your best bet to avoid unexpected trouble?

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Morai Logistics

MARCH 15, 2018

Omni-channel strategies prove to be an effective method for meeting on-demand delivery for consumers and providing efficient solutions for shippers. Research presented supports an industry shift from traditional to Omni-channel strategy, finding that it enables third party logistic (3PL) providers to offer all distribution initiatives.

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Morai Logistics

JANUARY 17, 2019

As the nationwide capacity crunch drives into the New Year, third party logistics (3PL) providers offer shippers reliable and cost-effective solutions. Last year the ‘nationwide truck shortage’, also referred to as the capacity crunch, was a significant challenge for the transportation industry. Impact of Capacity Crunch.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Curtis’ career has taken him through LTL operations – both driver and dock, Weights and Research, pricing, yield management, strategy, sales, and technology. It is likely to lead to higher rates, less capacity, and more reliance on other carriers for shippers.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

If you’ve ever paid $10 for an Uber ride to the cocktail lounge in the evening and then a “surge priced” $50 for the same distance Uber ride back to your home only a few hours later around closing time, you understand the dynamics troubling shippers in today’s capacity constrained transportation market.

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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. FreightWaves TV and podcasts are informed by FreightWaves’ freight data analytics and presented in interesting and engaging shows. Anthony on LinkedIn.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 6, 2017

While these approaches can certainly deliver a significant return on investment (ROI), other strategies that can positively impact their transportation network are often overlooked – for example, thinking more strategically about capacity. Big or small, capacity solutions are not one-size-fits-all.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

The end of 2017 shaping up to present one of the strictest capacity crunch for 2018, explains Chris Brady of Logistics Viewpoints. percent of all tracking availability and capacity, but that has since tightened. Rather than focusing on what has caused capacity crunch , the sick a closer look at what to expect in 2018.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 13, 2021

With the proper use of data and freight analytics , contract procurement and securing capacity can be enhanced. Moreover, Supply & Demand Chain Executive explains , “Developing a point-of-departure strategy for partial and LTL shipments can give small and medium-size businesses delivery costs comparable to the mega shippers.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Uncertainty and volatility: both events caused businesses to reconsider their contingency plans, strategies, and priorities. Around 2M TEUs of vessel capacity is scheduled for delivery this year and the remaining 5M TEUs worth in 2024.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

The logistics industry has grown so complex, with so many challenges such as regulatory changes, capacity issues, pricing fluctuations, and worsening weather events, that customers are looking for a one-stop shop, backed by assets and technology, to help them navigate the current shipping environment. “A

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 11, 2019

All this article explanations are going to be based on this official document, presented by a Honorary Professor of the Federal Institute of Technology of Lausanne, Philippe H. FIFA 2018 World Cup transport planning challenges and strategy. Bovy, as part of a training seminar for the organization of the event.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2024

The ever-evolving global economy, coupled with unforeseen events such as natural disasters, geopolitical tensions, and pandemics, presents the need for businesses to strengthen their supply chains. Recognizing these issues highlights the importance of resilience and adaptable strategies. What caused the supply chain crisis?

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2022

With capacity constraints, ecommerce growth and driver shortages creating dilemmas for many as well as the increased focus from the industry on environment and machine learning, it was a year that was definitely not without its tests. This clearly presents both an opportunity and challenge for retailers and last mile logistics companies.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JULY 28, 2023

However, 2023 presents a unique scenario. Strategies for Peak Season Preparation During a typical peak season, the demand for freight capacity surpasses supply. We will share how we’ve tackled similar challenges and how to apply the same strategies to your supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 19, 2021

As market volatility, delivery expectations and customer experience levels impact supply chain strategy, shippers are looking for new ways to drive operational and competitive advantage from external expertise. Indicator 2: Freight Spend Seems to Be Spiraling Out of Control.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 10, 2022

After decades of controversy concerning the realities of climate change and its causes, the fossil fuel industry is now shifting to a strategy of presenting itself as the source of solutions. Most projects are industrial, per the UK’s Department for Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy. Background. Why and What?

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 9, 2023

Simpler processes and climate-friendly transport routes Thanks to the ‘Intermodal Capacity Broker’, capacities on freight trains can be easily offered and booked. “Thanks to the trust of our investors, we can now further expand our services and pursue our European growth strategy.”

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Now, That's Logistics

JANUARY 11, 2022

These and other factors drove up freight rates and created capacity crunches that flowed right into 2022. Vox says this proves just how dependent consumers are on the drivers who deliver turkeys to stores or gas to pumps or the Christmas presents you order to your doorsteps. This is also not a new problem. High Demand.

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Trinity Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Alex marveled as the AI suggested new routing strategies that outperformed traditional methods. He shared how Generative AI could handle vast datasets, leaving the strategic and empathetic decisions to people, who were irreplaceable in these capacities. Customer interactions presented another challenge.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

At approximately 67 CBMs in every 40 foot container and a standard of 167 kilogram / CBM, the approximate capacity of each container is 11,189 kilograms. The Bottom Line: Agility Matters The takeaway here shouldn’t (only) be that shipping Sea/Air through Los Angeles presents a superior alternative to Dubai. kilogram to Europe.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 10, 2021

The new facility – strategically located near the port which is in the heart of Flanders’ industrial belt – is equipped with world-leading Warehouse Management Systems and will enable customers to increase efficiency, have better visibility of their goods and expand storage capacity in their end-to-end supply chains.

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WorkWave

JANUARY 17, 2024

Additionally, data-driven insights derived from route optimization software empower companies to make informed decisions, driving continuous improvements in operational strategies. Improved Fleet Management Route planning software has led to a 20-25% improvement in fleet productivity by optimizing vehicle usage and load capacities.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 22, 2023

Thankfully, technology has progressed to a point where we are able to overcome the challenges presented by an incredibly complex stack of legacy supply chain systems that has accumulated over decades — from ERP databases to demand planning and TMS systems, to control towers, data lakes and BI solutions. Lesson learned.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Serious r espondents will be presented with a copy of this market research for free, sent to their respective email addresses upon release, so ensure you have updated your correct email address. The industry today witnesses persistent freight demand volatility and capacity strain across the globe. Take the survey.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 1, 2021

Many LTL industry trends, including capacity limitations, increasing accessorials, surcharge rates, changes in market trends and buying patterns, are almost certain to continue through 2021 and for some time to come. Major shippers and transporters have only so much space available to work within LTL shipping capacity.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 20, 2023

Last year was an opportune time to present the industry with new data models, as the economy was trending toward a potential recession. This causes a mode shift from truckload (TL), which uses more capacity, to modes that carry less, less-than-truckload (LTL). TL capacity opened, so rates dropped. READ THE FULL ARTICLE

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 18, 2023

The search for cost-effective, climate-friendly energy solutions presents our customers with major challenges,” says Stefan Prokosch, Senior Vice President Brand Management at Linde Material Handling – an insight he gained from numerous discussions with industrial truck operators and network partners. to 5 ton capacity range.

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