Locus

MAY 18, 2023

To streamline the last-mile delivery process, retailers, CEPs and other last mile players can implement technical strategies that optimize delivery routes. That said, there are many tech strategies that shippers and carriers can leverage to reduce routing challenges to gain maximum efficiency in the last mile.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 24, 2023

Where freight managers go wrong with planning the transportation budget The biggest problem when planning a transportation budget is an inability to see actual versus projected costs across the network. Learn more about how your company can achieve those goals by requesting a SONAR demo online today.

Cost Reduction 105

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 13, 2021

Moreover, Supply & Demand Chain Executive explains , “Developing a point-of-departure strategy for partial and LTL shipments can give small and medium-size businesses delivery costs comparable to the mega shippers. Increase visibility into current network density and carrier diversity. Request a SONAR Demo.

Negotiating Skills 97

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Locus

JULY 5, 2023

With a conventional fleet management system, shippers often lack access to an expansive carrier network, and the absence of automation makes the carrier selection process laborious. For any shipping and logistics organization, a comprehensive fleet management strategy coupled with cutting-edge technological solutions is non-negotiable.

Optimization Software 52

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 30, 2021

How do we digitize all the players in the supply chain network? How do you convince everyone in the network to get on board with technology so that they can collaborate, especially within one platform like Turvo? And why is digitizing the supply chain network vital moving forward for our industry? Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 6, 2021

What is “meaningful carrier density” and why is that really the phrase the industry should focus on when it comes to building out their carrier network to consistently find capacity? Why did newtrul about an integration strategy early on and is this how all freight technology companies should be thinking moving forward?

Digital 91

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 7, 2021

Poor tender acceptance strategies. They answer critical questions such as: how will a more responsive network enable growth? Will network investments lower operating costs? Get started by requesting a FreightWaves SONAR demo or clicking the button below. Request a SONAR Demo. Lackluster communication with shippers.

Supply Chain Software 98

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Parade

JANUARY 7, 2022

The New Parade Feature in a Nutshell The new feature focuses on showing customers not only capacity within their current network, but also other potential capacity our system has identified. Now, in the Source search, customers will be able to see out-of-network carriers that may have capacity to cover their loads.

Waste Reduction 78

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Parade

JANUARY 7, 2022

The New Parade Feature in a Nutshell The new feature focuses on showing customers not only capacity within their current network, but also other potential capacity our system has identified. Now, in the Source search, customers will be able to see out-of-network carriers that may have capacity to cover their loads.

Waste Reduction 78

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Locus

MAY 9, 2023

Locus’ smart carrier management system offers retailers access to a wide network of carriers without the hassle of complex integration. By implementing these top strategies, retailers can significantly reduce last-mile costs and achieve positive business outcomes. Book a Demo Today!

Cost Reduction 52

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Some ways to improve utilization of freight tech stack platforms to improve efficiency in carrier operations throughout their network include: Focus on improving performance through optimization throughout the network. Overcome common freight network disruptions with supply lane control methods. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 4, 2021

Some things to consider regarding shipping demand management are critical to staying informed and expanding the network to meet demand constraints. Cost reduction strategies in supply chain management remain focused on getting loads from point A to point B as fast and as affordable as possible. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Freight intelligence tools help management develop a more unified freight strategy. Even the best, fully staffed transportation network will need help at times or in specific areas. Networking and forming partnerships with brokers, carriers and 3PLs directly affects profitability and recovery following a disruption.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Even the most robust in-house strategies can turn to the value of logistics automation within analytics, such as the insights found in Lane Signal, to further refine their operations. Enterprise shippers need a proactive strategy to secure capacity One of the biggest challenges that shippers face remains to secure capacity.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

CAPTURE AND MANAGE YOUR NETWORK WITH TOP CARRIER BENCHMARKING METRICS. By utilizing these benchmarking metrics, carriers find themselves better equipped to recognize which strategies will best benefit their business. KNOW WHEN TO OUTSOURCE LOADS TO REGIONAL AND LOCAL CARRIER NETWORKS. Request a SONAR Demo.

Data 76

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Of course, tracking overall detention across a carrier’s network can seem overwhelming. Increase your company’s ability to manage profitability and strategy by implementing an advanced freight forecasting platform to navigate freight market volatility like SONAR. Request a FreightWaves SONAR demo by clicking the button below today.

Trucking 96

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Limited network contacts result in higher costs. A common problem in the process of annual trucking contracts derives from limited network contracts. Taking this action amounts to a more proactive, productive shipping strategy. Enterprise shippers need evolving, comprehensive strategies for expansion.

Negotiating Skills 76

Negotiating Skills Trucking Price Reduction Cost Reduction 76

FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 20, 2021

Unlock more value in your network with carbon footprint reduction management and data-driven strategies. In the interim, request a FreightWaves SONAR demo to get started. Request a SONAR Demo. These steps lessen the time trucks and other transport modes unnecessarily plague the roads, rails, waters and skies.

Cost Reduction 97

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 23, 2021

How can retailers specifically leverage their network to help them deliver to their consumers more efficiently? What trends are you seeing for retailers in the use of technology to help optimize their supply chain and transportation networks? What’s the ideal carrier market strategy for different regions?

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Many benefits come with the renewed focus on network intelligence. The purview of FreightWaves SONAR includes core metrics with SONAR SCI, including Lane Acuity, to understand the severity of disruptions and how those disruptions affect the overall network. Download the White Paper. Think about it.

Supply Chain Software 59

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 22, 2020

That amounts to carriers receiving more preemptive planning strategies, such as knowing when to hire more drivers, order more trucks or take other steps. A trucking RFP is most effective when sent to diverse and varied supply chain networks. That’s the only way to create an enduring freight management strategy.

Optimization Software 105

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 3, 2020

For shippers, success depends on end-to-end network improvements, according to McKinsey & Company. Viewing transportation networks with multi-angled metrics goes a long way to reducing costs. Seeing the delays in one part of the network is key to stopping the disruption. Request a SONAR Demo. Download the White Paper.

Supply Chain Planning Software 76

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 26, 2021

Supply chain leaders continue to focus their efforts on finding the right mix of assets used, market positioning and carrier freight pricing strategies. When the freight market meets expectations and is less volatile, it is easy for shippers and carriers to not look at inefficient processes or their transportation procurement strategy.

Price Reduction 78

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 8, 2020

That may include connecting assets across your network. Get your team on board with new strategies. Business leaders should work to share new strategies and process improvements with all staff. Click the button below to sign up for a SONAR demo now. Request a SONAR Demo. FreightWaves SONAR is such a platform.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 2, 2021

Without clear budgeting and cost-prediction measures, the transportation network will be unable to accurately plan for increases and decreases in expenses. Generate stronger, more proactive carrier pricing strategies based on near-real-time data insights . Get started by requesting a FreightWaves SONAR demo via the button below today.

Analysis 98

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Locus

JULY 24, 2023

Typically supply chain managers at shipping companies would resort to cost cutting strategies and use of legacy solutions. Optimizing the Loads with Locus Automated load balancing and sorting: Implement advanced first-in-last-out (FILO) strategies within distribution hubs, utilizing machine learning algorithms.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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Parade

JANUARY 10, 2022

Here are some questions you can ask potential capacity management vendors to make sure they can help you design a comprehensive strategy that fits your organization’s needs. How does the system find carriers outside your existing carrier network? Will you use the system to build a carrier network? How do you measure success?

Vendor Strategies 78

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Parade

JANUARY 10, 2022

Here are some questions you can ask potential capacity management vendors to make sure they can help you design a comprehensive strategy that fits your organization’s needs. How does the system find carriers outside your existing carrier network? Will you use the system to build a carrier network? How do you measure success?

Vendor Strategies 78

Vendor Strategies Capacity Price Reduction Sourcing Strategies 78

EazyStock

APRIL 18, 2023

In this blog, we focus on how supply chain and inventory management professionals can mitigate the impact of high inflation and interest rates. When demand fluctuates, and costs rise, it can be tempting to throw out long-term strategies to react to these changes. How can supply chain managers manage higher inflation and interest rates?

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 16, 2021

And by using analytics, freight managers can promote increased insight into reefer efficiency, recognize when it’s time to rethink bidding strategies and determine which lanes and rates across contracts, as well as the spot market, are costing the business more money than necessary. Request a SONAR SCI Lane Acuity demo to get started. .

Data 97

Data Efficiency Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 97

Locus

JUNE 16, 2023

Partner with third-party logistics (3PL): Collaborating with 3PL providers such as Locus can help businesses access sophisticated logistics networks and technologies without the hefty upfront investment. Read also: ShipFlex For Intelligent, Flexible, and Fast Deliveries 5.

Cost Reduction 98

Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction Price Reduction 98

FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

The state of logistics in 2021 continues to undergo transformation and disruption (continued from 2020), and while companies are looking for new logistics strategies to stay proactive, there comes a point at which supply chain leaders need a simple, fast way to view market conditions. Network-wide views. Instantaneous analysis.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 25, 2021

Within the freight load management area of the network, data is essential. And the only way to see these costs is to get real-time freight data across the full carrier transportation network. Considering that, it’s easy to see how increased transportation data use can translate into more meaningful pricing strategies.

Price Reduction 86

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Descriptive analytics track the existing network supply and use past data to realize what areas of improvement may exist. A good descriptive analytics strategy lets you easily use the data to drill down to meaningful details.” Click the button below to learn more about the power of data analysis by request a free SONAR demo. .

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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Parade

JANUARY 3, 2022

This feature allows management to initiate a feedback loop for reps and allow them to ensure reps are adhering to current networking processes and strategy, helping brokerages be more deliberate in how they build their carrier networks.

Sourcing Strategies 78

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Parade

JANUARY 3, 2022

This feature allows management to initiate a feedback loop for reps and allow them to ensure reps are adhering to current networking processes and strategy, helping brokerages be more deliberate in how they build their carrier networks.

Sourcing Strategies 78

Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing Price Reduction Capacity 78

FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Shippers need to prepare for this uncertainty and plan by using historic, peer and market data from across the network. For instance, here are a few KPIs that go into the overall strategy for how carriers price transportation: MILES PER TRUCK PER WEEK (MILTR) – Every driver in the fleet will come under scrutiny at some point.

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