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Near-real-time data-driven route optimization best practices

FreightWaves SONAR

One of the most significant challenges facing logistics managers is route optimization. Proper access and application of real-time data change, such as the ticker comparison above, showing how initial savings in intermodal start compare to rejections over the last three months, can provide insight for optimization.

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6 Truckload freight spend optimization best practices

FreightWaves SONAR

Optimizing truckload freight spend is essential in today’s freight market. Download the White Paper. Using FreightWaves SONAR’s DHL Pricing Power Index (DHLPPI.USA) allows for the weekly analysis of pricing power between shippers and carriers based on the conditions of the current freight market.

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6 Steps to conduct a freight spend analysis

FreightWaves SONAR

A freight spend analysis can help cut those extra costs. Performing a freight spend analysis reveals extra costs deriving from unforeseen issues. Let’s look at a few best practices and steps to conduct a comprehensive, insightful cost analysis. Know the scope and value of a freight spend analysis.

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Conducting a Trucking RFP: Tips for Shippers to Optimize Contract Freight

FreightWaves SONAR

It’s because enterprise shippers are turning to new intelligence tools, such as SONAR SCI , to conduct a freight spend analysis to maximize contract freight use and allocation. Shipping managers who have maintained strong relationships with carriers during these trying times will be in a better position to recover and optimize freight assets.

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What is transportation rate forecasting and why do I need real-time data to forecast accurately

FreightWaves SONAR

Understanding why rate forecasting is so vital and how accurate data and analysis can help improve predictions are essential. Real-time data analysis, automated processing, mobile data platforms and data sharing platforms all improve shipping services in powerful ways. Download the White Paper. Request a SONAR Demo.

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Why asset-based carriers are using freight tech to recruit truck drivers

FreightWaves SONAR

Additionally, carriers can also use technology to avoid losses due to deadheading in trucking , while still promoting more short-hauls to appease drivers, adding up to comprehensive transportation optimization. Download the White Paper. Increased route optimization to speed transportation. Request a SONAR Demo.

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4 best practices to improve your truckload service and pricing

FreightWaves SONAR

According to Supply Chain 24/7 , “ truckload service optimizes trailer space and moves freight [without extra stops that will] eliminate wasted trips, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by up to 40%.” Download the White Paper. This gets easier to accomplish with tailored benchmark data analysis. .