FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 28, 2021

Despite revenue declines across the industry in 2020, we estimate that freight spend was as high as pre-pandemic levels due to growth in packaging demand and elevated freight rates. Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo. Last year, FreightWaves estimated that the top five paper and packaging companies in the U.S.

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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. With all the pressure for more and faster service among shippers, dropshipping has seen a renewed focus within the industry. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 21, 2021

This “SONAR highlight reel” freight market update report, which we plan to publish every other week, is intended to concisely hit data highlights in the truckload, intermodal and maritime industries. June is typically a strong period for truckload demand and this June is proving to be no exception. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

The freight transportation industry has always been slow to adopt new advances in tools, software and automation. However, 2020 helped shed light on just how behind the industry is compared to others. Prioritizing moves based on inbound and outbound data trends. Industry expert guidance as a best practice.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 27, 2021

The societal and economic challenges of 2020 have constructed a positive outlook for transportation in 2021. It would be an oversight to kick off a 2021 outlook without addressing the structural changes to supply and demand as a result of what 2020 materialized into. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

It is considerably more important to find talent quickly to fill the ever-growing needs of the freight and shipping industry. The issue with recruiting and retaining truckers is that it is difficult to do so without understanding actual market trends and volatility. . Driver retention is a growing issue as the industry expands.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Measure invoiced rates against market trends. The billed or invoiced rates should always reflect current market trends. That might include collecting both internal data and using the resources available in SONAR, such as SONAR InGauge, to compare carrier data against the industry. . Request a SONAR demo online to get started.

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

The worldwide 3PL industry, estimated at roughly $1 trillion in 2020, is predicted to reach $1.75 E-commerce sales increased as a result of the epidemic post-2020. growth over February 2020. growth over February 2020. Request a Turvo Demo. . trillion by 2026 due to the COVID-19 epidemic.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 3, 2021

FreightWaves scientific rates are predicting a return to a slow downward trend after the impacts of the past month’s winter storms recede. The overriding trend prior to these storms was that of a slow loosening of the market, as indicated by existing predictive capabilities Remember that the need to stay strategic is paramount.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 3, 2021

SONAR data show that the freight market for inbound Detroit loads is highly volatile based on auto production trends – inbound Detroit loads should be less expensive when OEMs are sourcing a lot of components as assembly volumes ramp up. The volatility in the auto industry has wreaked havoc on the Detroit freight market. .

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CH Robinson Logistics

MARCH 12, 2020

A key component of this technology trend is the need for a supply chain visibility platform. Request a demo here or email info@mytmc.com. Gartner, Market Guide for Real-Time Transportation Visibility Platforms, Bart De Muynck, 25 February 2020.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 28, 2021

Surviving the tumultuous year of 2020 represented the most critical challenge shipping leaders had to face in years. The remainder of 2021 will be subject to continuous spot versus contract balancing 2020 showed the industry that adaptability remains critical during times of disruption. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 14, 2021

posted a similar gain in March over February, sharply reversing a declining trend. Consumer goods spending effectively took the place of the industrial sector inside the domestic freight economy by spending more money on household goods than on non-tangible travel and leisure services. Epilogue by Jason Vanover).

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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. New blood helps keep the maritime shipping industry-relevant and moving forward. Get started by requesting a FreightWaves SONAR demo via the button below. . Request a SONAR Demo.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

With all the disruptions in the supply chain since 2020, the last mile has been in a constant state of flux. However, even as retailers scramble to meet e-commerce consumer demands, and providers lean into the latest trends to get those packages to front doors, there is plenty going on behind the scenes.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 25, 2021

Today, freight load management is a major trouble area for carriers and logistics managers within the shipping industry. And the overall industry trucking trends imply an absolute need to grow more strategically. E-commerce has long been a vital component of the shipping and logistics industry. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 26, 2021

In today’s world, a delay in data processing and analysis will lead to massive opportunities for overlooked industry dynamics. Obviously, during periods of high-demand, as seen throughout 2020, carriers are likely to take and accept as many loads as possible. Request a FreightWaves SONAR demo by clicking the button below to learn more.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 4, 2020

And one of the easiest ways to keep up-to-date with the latest news and trends is to follow the available top freight podcasts. On LinkedIn , I asked my network what they thought were the top freight podcasts in the industry. This show is hosted by FreightWaves market expert Zach Strickland and economist Anthony Smith.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

The use of logistics automation means making it easier than ever to adapt and adjust to changing market trends and consumer demands. from 2020 to 2027.” Request a FreightWaves SONAR demo , via the button below, to better navigate the freight market today. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

The state of logistics in 2021 continues to undergo transformation and disruption (continued from 2020), and while companies are looking for new logistics strategies to stay proactive, there comes a point at which supply chain leaders need a simple, fast way to view market conditions. These factors are further seen in top-industry trends.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Still, if they view the overall averages within FreightWaves SONAR, it’s much easier to navigate the freight market, and they can effectively know how carrier profitability is trending. The volatility on the markets in 2020 highlighted the supply chain’s vulnerability to deviations and disruptions.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 10, 2023

The loss of predictability The domestic freight market was relatively stable after the Great Recession, which trended right in line with economic growth. That pattern changed in 2016 as the industrial economy hit a stumbling block after the oil markets collapsed but the economy. Sign up for a SONAR demo.

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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. million positions may go unfilled by 2020. To help you stay informed during the summer months and close the year with impact, we prepared a list of our most popular content for your reading and viewing pleasure. New guide .

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

The SONAR chart above shows OPRAT chart for 2020 as compared to the past three years. You notice another spike as the industry saw increased volatility in Spring of 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The formula applies to a trucking business with fleets of any size and provides an industry standard for benchmarking.

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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. million positions may go unfilled by 2020. Read on to get all the goodies. Best of our blog. Is it time to finally retire your spreadsheets? CSCMP estimates that as many as 3.5

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

The use of logistics automation means making it easier than ever to adapt and adjust to changing market trends and consumer demands. from 2020 to 2027.” Request a FreightWaves SONAR demo , via the button below, to better navigate the freight market today. Request a SONAR Demo.

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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. million positions may go unfilled by 2020. To help you stay informed during the summer months and close the year with impact, we prepared a list of our most popular content for your reading and viewing pleasure. Best of our blog.

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Shipchain

JUNE 3, 2019

It’s poised to revolutionize the industry. Being environmentally sound is very on-trend, and, according to research from Label Insights , “76% of shoppers go online to seek out information when they don’t find what they’re looking for on a product’s label. Consider the pharmaceutical industry. trillion dollars by next year.

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

So even though the year has brought more challenges to our forward budgets and forecasts than any in recent memory (well, other than 2020), we’ve compiled this list of 7 MAJOR TIPS to help you make the most out of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. #1 2 Analyze Your Past Data and Compare It to Current Trends. 1 Plan Ahead… Way Ahead.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 29, 2021

The pandemic has sent the retail industry on a K-shaped trajectory — the final straw that has sent many retail chains into bankruptcy while also contributing to a surge in sales for many of the leading chains. As disorienting as the past year and a half have been for everyone, few industries have experienced as much upheaval as retail. .

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 12, 2021

Going back to spring 2020, it’s easy to see where the problems began. While isolating a per-mile rate is great, it does little good to identify the low-hanging fruit that resounds throughout the industry. Request a FreightWaves SONAR demo by clicking the button below to get started. . Think about it. What are you waiting for?

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Locus

MARCH 30, 2022

E-commerce pharmacy in India is a booming industry. All companies in the e-pharma industry sell the same medicines or medical equipment. billion in 2020. India is no exception to this trend of rapid urbanization. Reach out to Locus for a demo today! India’s e-health market is projected to reach $10.6 References.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

The actual physical facilities where diesel and other fuels are dispensed to wholesale customers are known in the industry as the “rack.” Rack prices set the general trend for retail prices. Knowing the fuel price trends in various markets aids that process considerably. Request a SONAR Demo.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2016

The transportation management system is undoubtedly one of the buzzwords of the modern logistics industry. As a result, the use of the TMS is expanding, and it will be one of the greatest technology trends to benefit the shipping industry in 2016. However, the driver shortage is expected to grow to 240,000 by 2020.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 2, 2022

The market for this solution is therefore huge: In 2020, about 1.5 Furthermore, communication is always transparent and future-proof thanks to compatibility with a standardized industrial interface. A small black box (19 x 12 x 6 centimetres) can be found at the demo set-up in Hall 3 of the Dortmund Trade Fair.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 14, 2021

Yet, truck industry analyses and insight into existing conditions can help safeguard against uncertainty. Therefore, the pressures placed on last mile delivery may have a compounding effect, forcing truck industry participants to grapple with inefficiencies and grow more strategic. Download the White Paper.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 19, 2021

As the industry settles following the biggest peak season in history, now is the time when shippers will start rethinking their annual contracts. Unfortunately, the trials of 2020 taught supply chain leaders that planning on the typical expectations will not always work. That’s a trick question; they can’t.

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