FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 5, 2021

Operational costs continue to increase for carriers year to year. Although many carriers have worked diligently towards reducing operational costs and increasing profit margins, there is still work to do for the top for-hire truckload freight carriers to improve. Operating Ratio. Freight data reduces dwell time and load time.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MAY 7, 2024

Traditionally, shipping companies have relied on manual tools and processes, predominantly managing their requests for proposals (RFPs) and bids using simple spreadsheets. By embracing procurement platforms, shipping companies can modernize their operations, enhance efficiency and better navigate the complexities of the industry.

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Locus

APRIL 26, 2024

More and more companies are looking to digitalization of their end-to-end logistics operations for high efficiencies at optimal costs. Enter the Request for Proposal (RFP): a strategic tool that goes beyond mere vendor selection. The next step involves finding the right partner for this journey. How to resolve this conundrum?

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AIMMS

MARCH 30, 2020

The examples below show you how to do this in AIMMS SC Navigator Apps, but we encourage you to study these scenarios in the tools you have at your disposal. . Prolonged shutdowns will have both financial and operational implications, which are often very difficult to predict due to the complexity and far-reaching nature of supply chains.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 30, 2024

National market trends are good for understanding where we are in any given freight cycle, but they say little about specific markets where companies operate daily or need to plan around in the future. Understanding this, SONAR provides a plethora of tools and insights around both individual market granularities and national trends.

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Locus

OCTOBER 25, 2023

With the magnitude of such operations comes inherent challenges. Enhancing Visibility Across Operations Imagine the uphill task of several fleets navigating between 11 warehouses. The need was clear: better utilization to ensure efficient operations. Locus’s Driver Companion App proved invaluable.

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Envase Technologies

AUGUST 3, 2021

Over the last year, Envase (pronounced: ‘en-VAH-say’) has acquired several leading technology providers — Profit Tools, GTG, Compcare, Tailwind, Infosite, SecurSpace, DrayMaster — with a vision to deliver a fully streamlined transportation management ecosystem. Read the Blog. Profit Tools Version 7.0 now released!

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Logistics stakeholders are continuing to digitalize operations—and supply chains—through new technologies that meet customer expectations and keep up with global trade challenges. Players with a flexible value chain and adaptable business operations withstood the crises more resiliently than their competitors.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Knowing how fleets operate day in and day out will help provide a clear picture of efficiencies. Of course, that all depends on seeing the activities that are occurring, benchmarking current carrier operations and continuously improving. And freight KPIs can serve as a valuable tool for freight market intelligence.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 23, 2021

And rather than waiting until things go wrong, shippers, carriers and brokers can apply these seven last-minute thoughts can help bring to light what strictly a business should focus on and how to apply predictive rates to measure the likelihood of improved operations. Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo.

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Locus

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Watch Now The growing spotlight on last-mile delivery As we navigate the digital age, industries like e-commerce, 3PL (third-party logistics), retail, and manufacturing are experiencing a seismic shift in how they operate, particularly in the realm of deliveries. To unearth invaluable insights on the state of last-mile delivery across Asia.

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Locus

JULY 5, 2023

Understanding fleet management At its core, fleet management is a strategic method by which shippers enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of their vehicle and driver operations. Given the impossibility of delivering goods without a robust fleet, tracking and managing these vehicles becomes a crucial business operation.

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Parade

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

EZ Loader TMS is doing just that, with a TMS that’s designed to serve as an end-to-end transportation management system to streamline operations and provide 360° visibility for the freight cycle. As they added to their team, new brokerage reps loved the system, and their proprietary product became something of a recruiting tool.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Predictive analytics is the process of taking the data gathered from everyday operations and converting it ‘into valuable nuggets of insight.’ Essentially, these “valuable nuggets of insight” create a window into everyday operations. Use tools that offer predictive freight rates to forecast & conduct RFPs or mini-bids.

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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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Log-hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

7 min read In the dynamic world of supply chain management, optimizing warehouse operations has become an indispensable factor for businesses. Efficient inventory management, layout organization, and operational strategies are key to meeting customer demands while minimizing costs and maximizing profits.

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Locus

OCTOBER 18, 2023

In essence, drivers require sophisticated tools to flawlessly lead them to their destinations. Concurrently, dispatchers benefit from tools that can assimilate insights from past routes, enabling them to make informed decisions for future assignments. Schedule a Demo The post How to leverage human productivity to improve SLA adherence?

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 22, 2020

And that all begins with deploying advanced freight management analytical resources and tools that actively work to lower all risks, ranging from detention through final mile management. It has the potential to enhance the end-to-end performance of the supply chain in terms of financial, operational, as well as managerial aspects.”

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 30, 2021

Missing data amounts to inevitable routing guide failures Data is king in today’s ever-changing market, and it is only becoming more vital for supply chain operations and management. Achieving this high ranking among consumers and clients becomes more attainable when modern automation and tools are utilized. Request a SONAR Demo.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

In the realm of contemporary logistics, efficiently bridging the gap between point A and B forms the crux of operational success. However, many carrier companies are still using legacy systems for their routing operations which focus on parameters other than on-ground challenges, making it an inefficient choice.

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 5, 2022

In this blog post, we’ll go over the top five points that enable you to maintain consistency across all franchise locations. Whether the franchise is regional or national, franchise branches need access to tools that enable them to thrive in their local markets. Schedule your demo with Service by WorkWave today. .

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Locus

OCTOBER 21, 2022

How businesses can prepare their retail last-mile operations for the festive season. By optimizing last mile operations, businesses can deliver exceptional customer experiences. Keep your drivers happy : Equip your drivers and delivery partners with accurate location and routing tools , and incentivize them for better performance.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 8, 2021

Capture market data in near-real-time Real-time data represents a valuable tool for logistics managers when planning and adapting routes for the real world. Find out more about how your organization can gain those lane-level insights by requesting a demo of FreightWaves SONAR SCI Lane Acuity today. Request your demos below.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Using analytics and data-driven tools , carriers can find more loads and avoid consequential expenditures, such as empty miles. . Such a tool provides much-needed assistance with route planning to significantly improve carrier revenue and efficiency. . Request a FreightWaves SONAR demo today by clicking the button below.

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Locus

MAY 18, 2023

The solution must also include a smart analytics tool to convert on-ground post-execution last mile data into valuable insights in the form of dashboards. While it’s important to keep track of delivery vehicles and drivers during the fulfillment journey, having a robust fleet management solution alone is not enough.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 13, 2022

A transportation management system (TMS) is traditionally used in larger shipping operations. How can a TMS help streamline operations for small to mid-size LTL shippers? Typically, midsized shippers consist of a number of smaller shipping operations across smaller businesses and locations.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 5, 2021

In a recession market, there is pressure to operate efficiently and maximizing asset utilization. . Unlike other tools in the market, the Lane Signal considers an abundance of data from multiple sources, not just dirty data that flows through one system like other industry tools. Request a SONAR Demo.

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Locus

JULY 17, 2023

Also read: Last-Mile Delivery – Problems, Challenges and Solutions Last-Mile Technology: A Solution for Dark Kitchens Last-mile technology addresses the challenges faced by dark kitchens by offering a range of advanced logistics solutions and tools designed to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and improve customer experience.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

The effects of the disruptions over the past year have likely forever changed the industry, requiring shippers to scale and evolve operations radically seemingly overnight. Utilization of truckload shipping tools and processes to optimize freight movements. Having the right tools and analytics platforms make it all possible.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 2, 2021

A transportation management system (TMS) is traditionally used in larger shipping operations. Typically, midsized shippers consist of a number of smaller shipping operations across smaller businesses and locations. It is overwhelming to their budget and operations. Want A Free BlueShip TMS Demo?

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Locus

MAY 26, 2022

There is a need for complete visibility in the supply chain and especially so in the last-mile—visibility not just for all systems and operations but visibility for customers as well. Investing in last-mile visibility tools helps businesses accommodate last-minute customer requests while maintaining productivity. Schedule a Demo.

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Parade

MARCH 8, 2022

Here’s How Parade’s Digital Booking Tool, Book Now, Increases ROI. Brokerage reps spend less time to set up a Book Now than they would to get a typical load booked, even with all the automation and tools that Parade offer to simplify booking. ROI gained by using Parade’s Book Now feature goes deeper than you might imagine.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 28, 2021

Data will ensure smooth operations and successful executions at every point along the supply chain. Logistics strategies will leverage expert insight The best enterprise shippers look for ways to improve trucking costs and operations with big data applications. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Without a reliable platform to work from and with no updated technology to support supply chain operations, procurement in the shipping industry can face many challenges. When it comes to capacity procurement in the shipping industry, struggling with old and outdated processes, tools, platforms, and systems can ask for problems.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 18, 2021

Managing the manufacturing supply chain and freight markets of today requires skills, tools, applications and services that have never been utilized in the past. Additive manufacturing, including 3D printing, is making tracking manufacturing more complex Many trends have left their mark on manufacturing supply chain operations.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 5, 2021

Control over trucking freight rating remains a blip for many carriers, particularly owner-operators and those trying to manage the chaos of a pandemic-stressed industry. Benchmarking allows carriers to compare the health of their business to others in the industry and identify how their operating ratios are doing at any given point.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 4, 2021

There are some key points to consider when it comes to how freight calculator metrics can help improve supply chain operations, such as their ability to: Help ensure profitable freight loads. Consider the value of system visibility and resource use made by Supply & Demand Chain Executive, “It’s an intelligence tool.

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