The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Nick is the Co-founder of Kinetic , a company that helps freight tech companies increase sales, generate more effective marketing and drive long-term adoption of their product. Nick Dangles is the Co-founder of Kinetic , a company that helps freight tech companies get their products to market faster and with better adoption.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Currently, we are seeing interest rates above seven percent , and the future freight market is not clear. As a Freight Agent, what should you be doing in this uncertain freight market? As a Freight Agent, this is where you can come in as a valuable resource for your shipper and carrier relationships.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

So you want to become a freight agent? Because of the reputation that the Authorized Agent Program at Trinity Logistics has, we are often asked how to get started in the industry. We’ve put this article together to help you kick off your freight agent business. How do you get started? Getting Started: Education.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 25, 2023

In recent years, the logistics industry has seen a remarkable technological advancement that has the potential to revolutionize the transportation of goods: autonomous vehicles. With the rapid development of self-driving technology, autonomous vehicles are becoming a reality, and their impact on freight transportation is immense.

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Morai Logistics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Talk of automation is sweeping the transportation industry, but there’s barely a whisper when it comes to automated trains or self-driving trains. Since 2010, it seems like every industry headline has to do with a newly tested application for these technologies. Train Automation: A Short History. is nothing new.

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

What will these developments mean for employment in the supply chain and logistics industry? ” We need to keep in mind that CH Robinson is the largest freight broker in the U.S. ” Besides CH Robinson, the industry has shaken with Amazon layoffs and Fedex furlough decisions over the past two weeks. in the U.S.,

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ShipLilly

DECEMBER 8, 2021

In turn, this will have significant positive effects on the supply chain and transportation industry. This article explores the implications and possible priority areas, beyond the politics of the legislation. One of the criticisms of the transportation and logistics industries has been the failure to meet customer demands.

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Magaya

OCTOBER 16, 2020

Whether you’re new to the freight forwarding industry or you’ve been in this line of business for a long time, it’s easy to marvel at how the industry has evolved in recent years. Software that facilitates streamlined, efficient, affordable service is crucial to your success as a modern freight forwarder.

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Managers of freight carrier networks and supply chains have a lot to keep tabs on with day-to-day operations in the supply chain ecosystem. Knowing how to set up such a freight carrier network can give supply chains a significant advantage over competitors. The Problems Poor Freight Carrier Network Design and Implementation Can Cause.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 8, 2023

Is your company one of the many that take a minimalist approach to freight management? Yes… I did say minimalist, not lean. When I say minimalist, I’m talking about the many companies which, while reliant on freight to keep supplies coming in and products going out, don’t see freight management as a core competency.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 17, 2021

What’s covered in this article: The negative impacts of Covid-19 on the trucking industry. The current attrition rate for this industry is over 100%. With such disruptions in the cargo-industry, it is difficult to identify the manpower required for a carrier to operate effectively. Technological advances in trucking.

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Trinity Logistics

MAY 23, 2022

If you’re a large-scale manufacturer, getting liquid freight transported in bulk is a non-negotiable complexity. Bulk transportation, especially liquid freight, has its challenges and may seem daunting. What Is Bulk Transportation For Liquid Freight? Complexities Of Bulk Transportation For Liquid Freight.

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 15, 2020

When I first began planning this article, the most significant impacts of COVID-19 were primarily limited to Mainland China. Now the entire freight transportation industry, across air, ocean, road, and rail sectors, is awash with disrupted expectations and has retreated into survival mode. Air Freight Transportation Trends 2020.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 19, 2015

Even the freight transportation industry can't avoid this problem. That's why we've put together 5 free resources for freight brokers like you can't afford to miss out on. Are you ready to change the way your freight brokerage operates? Are you ready to change the way your freight brokerage operates?

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 14, 2021

What’s covered in this article: Identified Problems in Driver Safety. Safety in the Trucking Industry. Trucking accidents are one of the freight industry’s most pressing concerns. Managing freight accidents is crucial for any transportation company. Benefits and Costs of Automatic Emergency Braking Systems.

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Freightera

MAY 20, 2022

Follow These 7 (And a Half) Steps to Make Sure Your Less Than Truckload Freight Gets Delivered Smoothly. The topic of new shippers coming into the industry all the time brings us to our next tip: 3) Try new carriers. So how can they compete with the large, established names in the shipping industry? Now let’s get into it.

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Freight Center

JANUARY 30, 2020

The American Trucking Research Institute (ATRI) recently published its annual Critical Issues in the Trucking Industry for 2019. Of those four, we’ve dedicated one article to an in-depth discussion of Transportation Infrastructure, Congestion and Funding. Truck Parking. Large commercial trucks must be parked in designated locations.

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Now, That's Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

of the nation’s freight by weight , representing roughly 11 billion tons of freight (primary shipments only) in 2021. A vital part of the nation’s infrastructure, these trucks haul food, oil and gas, consumer products, retail goods and myriad other types of freight as it moves from origin to destination.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

The American shipping crisis has been making news all over the world and has been the subject of discussions across many media platforms and the industry. There have been several commentaries across the whole spectrum of supply chain from various experts from shipping, freight forwarding, trucking and trade backgrounds.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 19, 2019

Freight forwarders are a dime a dozen. But, there’s a vast difference between any freight forwarder and a good freight forwarder. If your business is new to international shipping, you may not understand the importance of freight forwarding. To help your company find the right freight forwarder, read on.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2017

Launching your business in the freight broker and logistics fields can be an exciting journey. One of the best ways to get the knowledge you need to excel is to turn for freight broker tips in online groups. Unlike official courses where you get the basics about the trade, online groups provide first-hand freight broker resources.

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Related Articles. House subcommittee conducts hearing on “one of the most complex safety mandates ever undertaken by the railroad industry.”. Hearing on positive train control progress Thursday. House subcommittee will get input from industry leaders as the deadline for implementation nears.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

It’s an idea praised and discussed in countless articles , meetings, and studies. Start by choosing the right industry. Frankly, one of the best fields currently out there is freight brokering. Frankly, one of the best fields currently out there is freight brokering. But why are freight brokers particularly good at this?

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Freightera

JULY 7, 2023

In the dynamic industry of shipping and logistics, success can only be achieved by staying ahead of the curve. The present freight shipping industry demands technical support that can assist with every aspect of freight management. Why does the freight Industry need business intelligence?

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3PL Links

OCTOBER 11, 2023

We’ll discuss why it’s critical to the success of many businesses in this article. A deliberate approach to detecting, assessing, and reducing risks that could have an impact on the effectiveness and safety of logistics operations is known as risk management in the industry. Count on 3PL Links Inc. to accomplish this.

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RPA Labs

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Robotic process automation in logistics uses these resources to enable freight forwarders to face the top challenges of their industry. This article will provide five steps to gaining the benefits of logistics automation. ?1. This includes any robotics process automation (RPA) freight forwarders use to quote, book, and repeat.

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Turvo

OCTOBER 14, 2021

In fact, the yearly turnover rate for major truckload carriers increased to 92% in 2020, while it increased to 74% for smaller freight carriers. Although COVID-19 had an impact on these figures, the industry already had significant turnover rates for a variety of reasons. Provide education and training: .

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Shipping and Freight Resource

MARCH 8, 2022

The global supply chain and specifically the ocean freight industry and ports and terminals have gone through a very trying and tough time in the last two years. Starting with COVID-19 which was the genesis of the unprecedented supply chain disruption, the industry has seen many issues, especially at the US ports.

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20Cube Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

In this article, we present the different modes of transportation available to move your cargo and freight from one destination to another one. which is not possible in air freight. When it comes to cost, ocean freight is less expensive. Key features of ocean freight include: Environment friendly. Ocean transport.

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3PL Insights

JANUARY 17, 2022

This article breaks down the new costs for small parcel products and the impact on shippers moving forward. These investments will go toward technology, training, and modernizing the postal infrastructure. These include: Fuel surcharge increase for FedEx Express, FedEx Ground, and FedEx Freight shipments. billion in 2021.

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Freightera

APRIL 22, 2024

To understand why freight shipping is so expensive, we have to dive into the intricacies of freight pricing , as well as the operational costs faced by freight carriers. How Freight Pricing is Determined First, let’s look at freight pricing and how it’s determined. option will be rail shipping.

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Parade

JUNE 24, 2019

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. The reality is: it depends.

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Parade

JUNE 24, 2019

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. The reality is: it depends.

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Freightera

MAY 1, 2019

Learn Freight Terms & Lingo with Freightera! Time to Learn Freight Terms – Infographics by @Freightera! New to shipping freight? Start by learning freight terms commonly used in the industry such as Less than Truckload (LTL) Shipping, Full Truckload (FTL) Shipping, Reefer, Forklift, Pallet, etc.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

MARCH 5, 2020

In this article, Peregrine Storrs-Fox, Risk Management Director of TT Club writes about the importance of declaring correct cargo details and consequences of cargo misdeclaration. This guide provides key insights for all actors in the freight supply chain responsible for preparing unitised consignments for carriage by sea.

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Trinity Logistics

JULY 21, 2020

Tanker endorsement is one of those regulations that often get some buzz in the trucking industry for CDL holders. The information that has been published about this online is fairly vague, so we’d like to set some facts straight to help you ensure that you’re hauling your liquid or gaseous freight legally. What is it? Why is it needed?

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 26, 2015

a provider of integrated material handling and storage systems for industrial operations, is the first post in which we will have a few blog posts on robotics, jobs, and how millennials figure into the future of manufacturing. This post is chock full of great statistics and other great articles to discover around these subjects.

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