Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 25, 2021

For those in the trucking industry, produce season carries an awareness of the many opportunities and challenges that comes with transporting perishable commodities. Managing the rapid changes in available TL capacity when increased volumes begin to consolidate in California presents one of the most significant of those challenges.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2021

For those in the trucking industry, produce season carries an awareness of the many opportunities and challenges that comes with transporting perishable commodities. Managing the rapid changes in available TL capacity when increased volumes begin to consolidate in California presents one of the most significant of those challenges.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Packaging plays a significant role in preserving freshness and preventing damage during transportation. Transportation: Produce often travels long distances to reach consumers. The primary modes of transport include trucks, ships, and planes. Here, the produce is displayed and made available to the public.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Cutting costs and maximizing value are hallmarks of an efficient transportation management system (TMS) solution. Define the type of transportation needs that exist within your organization. These questions are a natural evolution of defining your organization’s transportation needs, reports Ann Grackin of Tech Target.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 21, 2018

For the purposes of objectivity, better refers to accessing more available truckload capacity, which is tightening more than ever, says the Journal of Commerce, scheduling freight with the right type of carrier that specializes in a given type of full truckload, and securing such capacity at competitive rates. Download White Paper.

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Penske Move Ahead

APRIL 29, 2020

Penske Logistics senior vice president of global sales Joe Carlier will join a panel of experts in a May 21 webinar hosted by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals ( CSCMP ) on the 2020 Third-Party Logistics Study. The publication, available at no cost at www.3PLStudy.com Please click here to register.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

Editor's Note: Today's blog is the second part of Chuck Intrieri's series on how procurement and suppliers can avoid issues with their contracts. In part two, Chuck focuses on how to draft your terms and conditions. How to Begin Your Terms. Writing your terms of use can be a monumental task for anyone. Advertisements.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 18, 2021

These embargoes are also widely misunderstood since they effectively impact the middle mile of transportation, resulting in shippers failing to plan for them. Whenever disruption strikes, there is only so much capacity available. Implement the Right Transportation Program to Reduce Risk of Embargoes Now and in the Future.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 9, 2016

While the parodies are quite “terrifying,” the problem remains, but one piece of legislation, passed in December 2015, the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act ), offers a solution, and actionable steps are being laid out to define a way to dramatically reshape the infrastructure-landscape in several key ways.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 22, 2017

As the shipping industry prepares to face these challenges, figuring out how to take advantage of available shipping capacity can be challenging. However, shippers can help overcome the challenges of a shipper capacity crunch by considering how technology can help. Click Here. Click Here.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 8, 2015

This is the first post in a four-part series on how to achieve best in class shipper status. As a 3PL focused on transportation management , and especially LTL freight management , Cerasis is well positioned to help you achieve the "Best in Class Shipper" status. . In subsequent posts, we will dig deeper into these areas.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 12, 2018

As explained by Dan Goodwill via Canadian Shipper, the problem goes much further than that, including lacking compliance management, subpar, if any, use of transportation management systems (TMS, and failure to utilize granular shipment activity data. Fortunately, this solution exists within a modern TMS, the Cerasis Rater.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Typically, hardwood is more expensive yet stronger, but softwoods such as pine are readily available and ideal for kiln drying to adhere to ISPM 15 regulations. There are many options of pallet sizes available. There are so many different pallets available it’s sometimes hard to know which one you should order for your business.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 14, 2018

Full truckload shipping is generally less expensive than other over the road transportation modes. Yet, shippers should consider using a transportation consolidation program, as explained in the previous blog post, to gain better control over freight stand and stay profitable as shipping rates continue to rise.

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WorkWave

MARCH 20, 2023

This post delves into the fundamentals of delivery management, a variety of solutions accessible to delivery businesses today, key components offered by these platforms, and how to decide on the correct one for your organization’s requirements as well as effective strategies for implementation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2023

The responsibility for container safety is shared across the supply chain, with solutions for safer container transport including proper packing, stowage, and securing of containers, and reporting of correct weight. And Rhode Island said last week that it plans to move forward with its own rules. But industry voices have noted concerns.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 15, 2018

Knowing the available inventory and assets only in distribution centers is inefficient and lacks value, but when applied across an entire supply chain network, inventory visibility propagates effective warehouse management. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018.

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AIMMS

MARCH 8, 2016

To address this, retailers must use available infrastructure at full capacity even as they struggle with a large breadth of SKU assortments and volumes per channel. Transportation capacity and cost: carriers are more selective about which retailers they work with and parcel pricing strategies are changing.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

We continue our series on strategic shipping by going into detail of the 10 main areas that shippers can turn to in order to have a strategic logistics and transportation management mindset. 6 Benefits of Using the Right Data in Logistics & Transportation Management for Continuous Improvement. Generating Accurate Forecasts.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 9, 2016

Offering a unique, niche product that’s not available on Amazon is an easy way to retain business in spite of the growing demand for faster shipping. How to Keep Up With Next-Day Delivery . While many independent online retailers are struggling to offer next-day delivery at a reasonable cost, there is light at the end of the tunnel.

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AIMMS

MARCH 8, 2016

To address this, retailers must use available infrastructure at full capacity even as they struggle with a large breadth of SKU assortments and volumes per channel. Transportation capacity and cost: carriers are more selective about which retailers they work with and parcel pricing strategies are changing.

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Envase Technologies

AUGUST 1, 2023

Envase Webinar Series Recap | DrayMaster: Turn RFPs into Rewarding Future Partnerships In this webinar, we delved into the world of Request for Proposals (RFPs) in the trucking industry and explored how to leverage DrayMaster’s bid tool to respond quickly and effectively to RFPs. Herein lies the purpose of this webinar.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

Finally, excellent leaders know how to optimize their crew and play to the individual strengths of each and every employee. According to AFS Technologies, there are many software and technological programs available to streamline production processes and further isolate the earmarks that create deficiencies in several warehouse operations.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2015

With an ever-increasing pool of third-party logistics (3PL) providers to outsource shipping needs to, understanding how to select the best 3PL is the difference between reaching your existing customers and gaining a new market share. What Managed IT Services Are Available? What Predictive Analytics Are Available?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 5, 2014

Keeping the supply chain operation at peak efficiency requires efficient and economic transportation of goods. This all starts with an eye to detail towards the most effective transportation management practices. Sometimes, it’s easier in the mind of the transportation coordinator to just “Get it done” instead of “Get it right.”

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Parade

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Kinetic is committed to helping freight tech companies stand out by educating transportation providers on their freight tech options Digital Freight Matching Marketplace (DFM Marketplace) is a newly coined term that can be used to describe traditional load boards. How to Pick the Right DFM Marketplace. Digital Bidding & Booking.

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Parade

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Kinetic is committed to helping freight tech companies stand out by educating transportation providers on their freight tech options Digital Freight Matching Marketplace (DFM Marketplace) is a newly coined term that can be used to describe traditional load boards. How to Pick the Right DFM Marketplace. Digital Bidding & Booking.

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Parade

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Kinetic is committed to helping freight tech companies stand out by educating transportation providers on their freight tech options Digital Freight Matching Marketplace (DFM Marketplace) is a newly coined term that can be used to describe traditional load boards. How to Pick the Right DFM Marketplace. Digital Bidding & Booking.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 26, 2016

Depending on the size of your organization, an internal logistics solution may be available. Are resources available for the proposed internal solution? An internal solution will come with a cost, and you need to ensure resources are available for this reason. Review Available Options to Outsource Logistics. Consider it.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 26, 2017

Through advanced transportation management systems ( TMSs ) and greater automation, shippers can reap an unparalleled competitive advantage. What happens when shippers simply forgo implementing shipping technology, and how can shape their future demise? appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 9, 2015

The powdered material availability and suitability in a variety of industrial applications is still evolving. One of my concerns is IoT security — especially on how to protect deeply embedded end-point legacy devices that have limited resources and interfacing mechanisms available.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 1, 2015

Better wages for truckers will attract more individuals to get their CDLs which will benefit the growth of transportation networks and provide additional availability from more truckers. Reevaluating Wages. Long-haul trucking is a physically demanding job that requires employees that can fulfill all of the requirements.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

How to Track Performance. How to Manage Performance. People: Are our SCM people aware of Quality Manual or Guidelines available in business? Twitter Facebook Google+ LinkedIn The post The Essential Reference Guide for a Supply Chain Leader appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 17, 2018

More than 3 million manufacturing jobs will be available over the next 10 years, and right now, only one-third of those positions are expected to be filled. Manufacturers are looking at labor productivity through new eyes, focusing on how to improve the safety of facilities and reduce the risk and cost of injured employees.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

Chances are there is a better solution available. Businesses have choices now, and with cloud-based applications available for a monthly service fee, the initial investment is minimal, and the risk of committing to software that's not quite right is also diminished. This is no longer the case. BDC blog, https://www.bdc.ca/en/blog/pages/technology_opportunity_not_be_missed.aspx.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 11, 2017

However, shippers have learned a few things about how to respond when Mother Nature or consumers throw a proverbial curveball. New technology and platforms , such as a transportation management system (TMS), can effectively eliminate much of the required for carriers. Increased Freight Rates Can Tone Down Capacity Crunches.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 22, 2018

The Guide to Reduce Parcel Shipping Costs thru Effective Transportation Management Practices. Renegotiation of parcel rates with carriers can help shippers maintain control over parcel freight spend, explains Jillian Farrington of Transportation Impact. DOWNLOAD WHITEPAPER. NEW WHITEPAPER.

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