FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 7, 2020

“Key performance indicators can make or break supply chain operations, and it seems as though there are more to choose from every day,” says Morgan Forde of Supply Chain Dive. Tracking the top key performance indicators for shipping industry success, or supply chain KPIs , means boiling them down the essence of these 10. Wait times.

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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. Download the White Paper.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

And there remain significant problems within the industry. One of the biggest challenges facing the industry right now is deadheading. Waste matters in the shipping industry because every instance leads to higher freight costs. More carriers are pursuing ways to measure profitability per load and track operating ratios.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 23, 2021

Companies in the over-the-road trucking industry constantly strive to boost efficiency. With so many factors to consider, businesses in this industry may find it challenging to narrow down exactly where they should focus their time and money. Download the White Paper. Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Knowing how fleets operate day in and day out will help provide a clear picture of efficiencies. A clear vision for how the market and the fleet can work in unison is at the heart of fleet management within the trucking industry. Know your operating ratio . Download the White Paper.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 16, 2021

Companies with access to accurate near-real-time data not only improve their operations; they also gain the ability to depict the current state of the trucking market. Download the White Paper. Tender data informs its users of proposal fluctuations in the current freight industry. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 1, 2021

Contract rates account for a considerable percentage of trucking industry loads. Spot rates make up a minor part of the industry. Download the White Paper. Better rates for drivers ensure that they continue to do business and operate at an optimal level. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Since the industry is heading towards near-full automation and digital transformation , automated freight quotes will naturally lend themselves to improved back-office management. It is important to remember the most common issues and delays that trucking operations face will happen across the entire fleet. Download the White Paper.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 5, 2021

Control over trucking freight rating remains a blip for many carriers, particularly owner-operators and those trying to manage the chaos of a pandemic-stressed industry. Now, the industry is changing yet again. Download the White Paper. Request a FreightWaves SONAR demo by clicking the button below to get started.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

The effects of the disruptions over the past year have likely forever changed the industry, requiring shippers to scale and evolve operations radically seemingly overnight. Download the White Paper. With all the pressure for more and faster service among shippers, dropshipping has seen a renewed focus within the industry.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 8, 2021

Data represents an integral part of daily life for most people, and it is no different within the transportation industry. Download the White Paper. Optimize routes based on the whole picture, including intermodal Optimization of delivery lanes represents a different and much more involved approach than it looks on a paper map.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 11, 2021

Global markets are at the heart of industries large and small and have become a key player in the transportation industry. Download the White Paper. They stand to benefit greatly from integrating this data and global outlook into supply chain operations. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 5, 2021

And demands for 2021 already reveal strife in procurement in the shipping industry and visibility through all operations, including carrier troubles. Download the White Paper. And the shipping industry took a massive hit. The industry ended on a note of chaos but will recover soon with the proper practices.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 28, 2021

Data will ensure smooth operations and successful executions at every point along the supply chain. Download the White Paper. Logistics strategies will leverage expert insight The best enterprise shippers look for ways to improve trucking costs and operations with big data applications. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 22, 2020

It has the potential to enhance the end-to-end performance of the supply chain in terms of financial, operational, as well as managerial aspects.” Download the White Paper. And the current predictions for the industry have only made these shortcomings more obvious. It all begins with understanding what happened.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 30, 2021

The guides outline the goals and the specific needs of individual carriers, load types, destinations and industry niches. Missing data amounts to inevitable routing guide failures Data is king in today’s ever-changing market, and it is only becoming more vital for supply chain operations and management. Download the White Paper.

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Shipchain

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

We put out the second video in our series focusing on the mobile app, released a new industry white paper, recorded and released our fourth webinar, won first place in the Ventana Research Digital Innovation Awards, and last but certainly not least, launched Mainnet! ShipChain Releases New Industry White Paper about Final Mile.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 7, 2021

Automated systems and advanced workflows have brought new life to carrier operational excellence and collaboration with shippers. Download the White Paper. Will network investments lower operating costs? If operating costs increase, will sales volume warrant the investment? Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 21, 2021

Download the White Paper. Acuity in the healthcare industry works as a parallel to volatility in the shipping network. Know the market impact on your operation to stay successful and profitable. Request a FreightWaves demo by clicking the button below to get started. . Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 12, 2021

Today’s shipping and transportation industry has changed in several ways, even over just the last few years. Data access and analysis continue to be essential to competitive operations within the process of monitoring rates and expenses in intermodal shipping lanes. Download the White Paper. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Unfortunately, disruption and market volatility – sudden changes within the industry – will often have a dramatic effect on the spot market. It is a complex process, and it is important for carrier operations managers to understand how contract versus spot affects asset allocation. Download the White Paper.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 15, 2021

Outlook and predictive planning are a big part of successful supply chain operations. According to Supply Chain 24/7 , “ In the industry right now, there are 10 orders to ship for every available truck; however, a large portion of private fleets are running their assets with a significant amount of empty backhaul miles.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 10, 2020

According to Supply Chain Dive , “The number of supply chain professionals who say they’re currently using predictive analytics at their company has grown 76% from 2017 to 2019, according to a Supply Chain Dive analysis of the annual MHI Industry Report.” Download the White Paper. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 18, 2021

Inability to account for market fluctuations due to disruptions Within the manufacturing supply chain industry, there is a question about whether disruptions will happen and when they will occur. Download the White Paper. Request a SONAR SCI Lane Acuity demo to get started or click the button below. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 28, 2021

Few areas of the economy carry more confusion or misconception than the for-hire trucking industry. The for-hire industry comprises independent contractors, owner-operators, small brokerages, subregional carriers and more. Owner-operators will purchase more trucks. Download the White Paper.

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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. Download the White Paper. Operating on hours-old data, or worse, days-old data can lead to disaster for shipping fleet management.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Enterprise shippers have always been an integral part of the maritime shipping industry and its partnership with truck fleet management. As reported by Don’t Waste My Energy , “ There are more than 6000 container ships that operate daily on the world’s oceans. Download the White Paper. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 26, 2021

Conversely, when a freight market is in the carriers’ favor, revenue may be increasing, but it’s critical to keep operating costs top of mind while revenue soars. It’s critical that carrier executives are not only focused on the data to reduce operating costs in rockier freight markets but also in great freight markets.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Download the White Paper. Data can further increase shippers’ appeal to new carriers and fleet members within the industry too. Having enough drivers for the fleet is a critical part of operations. Business intelligence in the chain helps attracts new talent and keeps the industry growing and moving forward.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Yes, industry experts have spoken about the value of supply chain metrics for years. Chief among them is a simple misunderstanding of freight rate index value and what index will help improve operations. . A freight index is a calculation based on industry freight data. All companies operate some form of an in-house index.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 2, 2021

Together, these challenges demonstrate why transportation cost analysis is critical to keeping the supply chain operational and functioning at a profitable and scalable level. Download the White Paper. Staying on top of trends within the industry is critical for survival now and in the future. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 4, 2021

Yes, the need for shipping demand analytics is not new and was echoed in 2013 by Industry Week , “Relying on traditional supply chain execution systems is becoming increasingly more difficult, with a mix of global operating systems, pricing pressures and ever-increasing customer expectations. Download the White Paper.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 16, 2021

During times of disruption and recovery, as seen now in the transportation industry, keeping up with the changing pace is essential. Download the White Paper. The true value of data analytics for logistics can only be realized with smart data and modern tech at the forefront of supply chain operations.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

One of the most significant issues plaguing the trucking industry comes from lagging freight and trucking data. While higher tender volumes help boost the industry and the economy, they also create the potential for lagging data that causes the industry harm. . Download the White Paper. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 5, 2021

The freight brokerage industry has traditionally focused its attention on the training and development of its customer sales staff. In our recent white paper , we discussed the growing importance of carrier utilization. In a recession market, there is pressure to operate efficiently and maximizing asset utilization. .

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 15, 2021

Aside from the implementation of automated technology and digital tools, one of the most significant shifts in the shipping and transportation industry focuses on reduced emissions. By not focusing on reduced emissions and eco-friendly operations, logistics managers and freight brokers often face several financial impacts.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 7, 2021

Automated systems and advanced workflows have brought new life to carrier operational excellence and collaboration with shippers. Download the White Paper. Will network investments lower operating costs? If operating costs increase, will sales volume warrant the investment? Request a SONAR Demo.

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