Ship Monk

APRIL 5, 2024

The last time they raised prices? So much attention is paid to negotiating the price of the goods and coordinating the delivery that very little thought goes into the quality of the relationship and how improving it might help you both. SRM is more than a one-and-done analysis. Was it the last time you placed an order?

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MTS Logistics

MAY 3, 2023

Sure, automation, artificial intelligence, and other tech advancements are impressive, but skilled professionals are still essential for efficiency and success. Tech can help optimize routes and predict demand, but it can’t replace the critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills that seasoned pros bring.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

However, good leadership skills and information savviness alone are not enough to handle the supply chain function and manage the team. There are other necessary capabilities apart from business know-how and general leadership skills that a supply chain leader needs to lead the function efficiently and effectively.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 26, 2021

When selecting a location consider the rent, utility costs, access to expressways, labor availability, labor costs, labor demographics, infrastructure, public safety, building layout including docks, and warehouse vs office space. Matt has an impeccable resume related to large portfolio partnerships.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 17, 2023

Kevin is the Vice President of Sales at Greenscreens.ai , a technology that provides predictive pricing recommendations for maximum broker margins. is a pricing platform specifically tailored for the truckload spot freight market. offers real-time market price predictions that take into account the buying power of your company.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2023

The DAT iQ platform offers streamlined data, high-level and granular reporting, and versatile analysis capabilities that enable shippers to optimize their networks, enhance supply chain resilience, and improve operational agility to adapt to dynamic market conditions. Tusk save Shippers 40% or more on small parcel shipping. The Greenscreens.ai

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Log-hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Efficient inventory management, layout organization, and operational strategies are key to meeting customer demands while minimizing costs and maximizing profits. One of the most powerful tools employed in this endeavor is the ABCD Analysis.

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Log-hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Efficient inventory management, layout organization, and operational strategies are key to meeting customer demands while minimizing costs and maximizing profits. One of the most powerful tools employed in this endeavor is the ABCD Analysis.

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Log-hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

7 min read Maximizing Warehouse Efficiency: Unleashing the Potential of ABCD Analysis In the dynamic world of supply chain management, optimizing warehouse operations has become an indispensable factor for businesses. One of the most powerful tools employed in this endeavor is the ABCD Analysis.

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Trinity Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2020

Customer specific pricing (CSP) is one approach that third-party logistics (3PL) brokers use in the Less-than-truckload (LTL) industry to pursue, secure, and operate LTL business. CSP refers to the negotiating and publishing of customer specific pricing programs with LTL carriers for a specific LTL shipper. Carrier bid analysis.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 14, 2020

This week, learn how freight market participants are able to measure if freight pricing control lays in the hands of freight shippers or freight carriers. What is the DHL Supply Chain Pricing Power Index? The chart above has an 80 reading which indicates that the control of freight pricing lies in the carriers’ hands.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

One of the key factors in inflation is the cost of goods and services. Does that mean prices will increase more? Large customers might have absorbed these costs with better negotiation or terms than others. Ocean freight costs are increasing rapidly like the worldwide demand for goods.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 27, 2022

Last year was marked with capacity issues and high prices, but today, freight prices have decreased, while capacity has increased. demand as many large retailers, such as Walmart, Target, and Costco faced unexpectedly high costs over the past two years, driven by a number of factors. consumer demand despite increasing inflation.

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GoShip Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

It’s about doing so intelligently, with a keen eye on the factors influencing costs. So, buckle up as we delve deep into the world of freight shipping quotes, equipping you with the knowledge to make informed decisions and steer your business toward cost-effective shipping solutions.

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Ship Monk

JULY 20, 2023

Even once you’ve decided on a shipping carrier and shipping service, the cost to send packages can vary greatly as a result of many factors. Here you’ll learn about the different factors that affect shipping costs including base rate, surcharges, weight, shipping zones, and shipping speed.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

The ability to negotiate should be part of our nature. But the rules for a successful negotiation are anything but innate, especially in the age of globalization and technological upheaval. She explains how to cope with a stubborn adversary, and how to avoid the mistakes that negotiating parties often fall into.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Judah Levine Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement Book a Demo Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) increased 3% to $1,609/FEU. Asia-US East Coast prices (FBX03 Weekly) climbed 7% to $2,357/FEU. kg China – N.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 4, 2022

Whether your company is a big or small player in terms of shipping volumes, and regardless of your chosen transportation modes (road, rail, ocean, air), the health of your bottom line depends in no small part on the competitiveness of your freight prices. So how can you be sure you’re getting the best freight rates possible?

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 9, 2023

DHL LifeConEx is a premium and customized temperature-controlled air freight service that provides post-shipment diagnostics, cold chain optimization, and data analysis services. DHL offers integrated solutions as a Lead Logistics Partner, overseeing the entire supply chain and its operation.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 2, 2024

A common way for shippers to run RFPs, annual bids or even shorter projects is to simply rely on pricing data from a core group of trusted carriers and brokers. The issue is this: many brokers and carriers will price freight based on current conditions without proactively projecting shifts in the market or considering lanes with volatility.

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Freightos

MARCH 12, 2024

Judah Levine March 12, 2024 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) fell 7% to $4,419/FEU. Asia-US East Coast prices(FBX03 Weekly) fell 8% to $6,107/FEU.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 13, 2023

Measurement – analytics and analysis delivered executive-ready. Tusk’s technology connects your parcel operation to a national network of vetted regional carriers, all with pre-negotiated rates and reliable, predictable service. Follow Up – the LeadCoverage team of virtual sales development reps make the first dial.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 1, 2023

In taking the opportunity to make strategic investments in digital supply chain tools during a market downcycle, when capacity is loose, freight costs are low and customer demand looks shaky, Walmart was bucking the trend among large shippers. Be like Walmart: Think strategically and long term, past the current crisis or doldrum.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2016

Many businesses have a tendency to hastily go through small package contract negotiation processes. Unfortunately, many of these entities to end to have a large small package or parcel spend, but a small package outside negotiator can help save significant revenue. Why You Need a Small Package Outside Negotiator.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 16, 2015

We've negotiated rates with all the major carriers and maintained them. So we thought we would impart upon all the shippers out there some tips on how to reduce overall costs for effective LTL Procurement. 10 LTL Procurement Cost Cutting Tips. Analyze bids for optimal pricing and service scenarios.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Despite labor shortages for supply chain operations, limited warehouse space, congestion and lead time issues, the biggest problem in the shipping industry is still securing market capacity and pricing. How is ocean capacity and pricing looking heading further into 2022? Other challenges also remain for market capacity and pricing.

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Freightos

JANUARY 16, 2024

Judah Levine January 16, 2024 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) fell 5% to $2,588/FEU. Asia-US East Coast prices (FBX03 Weekly) climbed 7% to $4,278/FEU.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2023

Technology for All In a retail era dominated by e-commerce giants, customer expectations have shifted towards instant product delivery at no cost. Previously, only large companies such as Amazon and FedEx possessed the network and scale required for cost-effective same-day and next-day shipping.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Judah Levine September 6, 2023 Unbox your Freight knowledge. Visit our Resource Center Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index : Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) decreased 5% to $1,927/FEU. Asia-US East Coast prices (FBX03 Weekly) were level at $3,079/FEU. Europe weekly prices increased 5% to $3.05/kg.

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Turvo

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The volatility the market witnesses today has led supply chain stakeholders like shippers, carriers, and manufacturers to obsessively look at driving efficiencies into their workflow, while cutting costs. From finding the right 3PL partners, to eliminating the RFP process and lengthy negotiations, shippers have several ways to gain benefit.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Judah Levine February 28, 2024 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) fell 2% to $4,809/FEU. Asia-US East Coast prices (FBX03 Weekly) fell 1% to $6,709/FEU.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Track truckload freight accessorial costs As reported by Inbound Logistics , “Carriers price accessorials, such as liftgate or non-commercial delivery, at a premium. More importantly, the type of carrier, whether asset-based or a lite carrier, may impact the risk of accessorials and overall pricing as well.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

To build a resilient port strategy, shippers must consider the impact of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA) of 2022, which includes the following provisions: Unreasonable Refusal to Deal – A provision that requires that an ocean common carrier shall not unreasonably refuse to deal or negotiate with respect to vessel space accommodation.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 31, 2023

They offer a Custom Content Growth Model that includes strategies such as brand and content strategy, audience research, competitive analysis, and digital content roadmap. They also serve the trucking industry by offering brand and content strategy, audience research, competitive analysis, and digital content roadmap services.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 26, 2024

Additionally, SONAR freight data offers bulk lane analysis in a variety of ways for users to understand drastic changes in rates, volumes, rejection data and more on a week-over-week or month-over-month basis. This can be seen in a list or map view form. By partnering with hundreds of technology players and aggregating more than $1.7

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Freightos

JANUARY 30, 2024

Judah Levine January 30, 2024 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) increased 38% to $4,099/FEU. Europe prices (FBX11 Weekly) fell 1% to $5,456/FEU.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Judah Levine November 15, 2023 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) increased 6% to $1,711/FEU. Europe prices (FBX11 Weekly) increased 11% to $1,381/FEU.

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