FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 8, 2021

Capture market data in near-real-time Real-time data represents a valuable tool for logistics managers when planning and adapting routes for the real world. Predictive data analysis allows managers to tweak and adjust route optimization and shipping protocols to accommodate market demands. Request your demos below.

Optimization Software 98

Optimization Software Optimization Data Supply Chain Planning Software 98

FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 10, 2021

Measuring capacity is a key to maximizing margins/transactions for a broker, utilization for a carrier, and minimizing service and budgetary failures for shippers.The capacity trend indices show you which markets are tightening or loosening by the largest amounts by combining tender rejection rates and market balance of inbound and outbound loads.

Trends 52

Trends Capacity Outbound Inbound 52

Parade

JULY 15, 2019

Before starting his company, Johnson worked for a large brokerage, managing and fulfilling load opportunities the traditional way; no technology tools to grow and foster his business, just sheer grunt-work, phone trees, and a mental rolodex. Market intelligence + analysis: carrier pricing, for example, can change at any moment.

Industry 60

Industry Logistics Network Optimization Software Tools Examples 60

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 18, 2021

Managing the manufacturing supply chain and freight markets of today requires skills, tools, applications and services that have never been utilized in the past. And lane-by-lane insights are critical to account for that disruption among raw material suppliers and the flow of outbound freight. Download the White Paper.

Manufacturing Procurement 91

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains 91

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 20, 2021

“Paralysis by analysis” is a common term used to describe such a situation, and you can avoid it by monitoring a smaller number of carefully chosen KPIs. Use weekly, monthly, and year-on-year data for your analysis. ” They will give you the most pertinent supply chain performance headlines at a glance.

Supply Chain Design Software 96

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 96

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 9, 2023

If you’ve followed our blog over the years, you’ll know that we’ve shared lots of information about distribution network design, why it’s vital to get it right, how long it should take, the importance of reviewing the network every so often, and various elements of design such as determining the number of warehouses and where to locate them.

Supply Chain Design Software 90

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Distribution Networks 90

Logistics Bureau

MAY 8, 2023

By neglecting or underestimating the need for meaningful analysis, they typically fail to attain anything like the value they might receive with effective carrier management. You must evaluate the option in detail to know if it presents more pros than cons or vice versa.

Negotiating Skills 62

Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Price Reduction 62

CLX Logistics

AUGUST 17, 2022

As with most tools and software, the quality of transportation management systems can vary from provider to provider, and some are better suited for different applications than others. Optimization tools to reduce costs and meet delivery targets. Requirements and Features of a Transport Management System.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Parade

MAY 15, 2019

If no data exists in the TMS, use a separate tool of their choice such as; spreadsheets, notebooks, and sticky notes. In a recent discussion with a potential freight brokerage customer, I discovered their carrier sales metrics: 60 outbound calls per day 10 loads booked each day (spot freight).

Negotiating Skills 60

Negotiating Skills Freight How To After-sales 60