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Implementing Last-mile Delivery Technology

Logistics Viewpoints

To remain competitive, retailers and carriers must excel in the crucial last-mile delivery stage. To Build or To Buy Companies looking to implement new or improve existing delivery technology face a crucial decision: should they build an in-house platform or buy an existing solution from a vendor?

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Freight Brokerage Tech: To Build or Buy? That is the Question.

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In a recent article, Peter Rentschler, CEO at CarrierDirect, discussed why freight brokerages should focus on better utilizing their existing Transport Management System (TMS) to increase operational efficiency, rather than investing in upgrading their systems or purchasing something new. There's nothing to buy. The question is: how?

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Freight Brokerage Tech: To Build or Buy? That is the Question.

Parade

In a recent article, Peter Rentschler, CEO at CarrierDirect, discussed why freight brokerages should focus on better utilizing their existing Transport Management System (TMS) to increase operational efficiency, rather than investing in upgrading their systems or purchasing something new. There's nothing to buy. The question is: how?

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Freight Brokerage Tech: To Build or Buy? That is the Question.

Parade

Technology can be a powerful tool to grow your freight brokerage business and introduce incredible efficiencies to your operations. If you are a business owner or member of the leadership team, you’ve probably already asked yourself this question: Should I build these tech solutions in-house or should I buy them? In a recent.

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What are Digital Twins and How Can They Drive Warehouse Efficiency?

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The concept of digital twins has emerged as a powerful foundational tool to drive improvements in warehouse productivity and efficiency. A communication and training tool In addition to these practical uses, digital twins can also help improve communication and collaboration within warehouses. come with any of them.

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Top Takeaways from Coupa Inspire

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This technology allows businesses to unify their procurement, expense management, invoicing, payments, contract management, and spend analysis processes and reporting. The visibility to spend allows them to provide excellent benchmarking in several areas. Initially, this product will focus on the purchase order (PO) acceptance process.

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7 Reasons Why ShipMonk is the Smart 3PL Choice

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We’re talking the tools, technology, and team members who set you up for success on all fronts. MonkProtect MonkProtect is a post-purchase suite that helps ecommerce brands “stress less and grow more” by protecting ecommerce orders. Have more questions? Overall, our 3PL is in the business of growth.

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