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5 more truckload shipping strategies for enterprise shippers

FreightWaves SONAR

However, enterprise shippers can make a comeback by implementing smart truckload shipping strategies by retooling and putting freight forecasting power to work. And these additional five shipping strategies can help enterprise shippers maximize recovery and boost profits. Request a SONAR Demo.

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Advancing Transportation Procurement: The Shift From Spreadsheets to Software

FreightWaves SONAR

Traditionally, shipping companies have relied on manual tools and processes, predominantly managing their requests for proposals (RFPs) and bids using simple spreadsheets. This not only makes the process more efficient, but also reduces the likelihood of errors and enhances productivity.

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2021 Strategies for Inventory Management and Supply Chain Recovery

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In a perfect world, supply chain managers would be able to foresee every possible risk and threat to their supply chain and have a strategy prepared to successfully address any challenges when the moment came. Supply chain digitalization will help moderate everyday, manual tasks so teams have more tools to respond to problems that arise.

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Why data source matters to accurately and objectively assess the over the road trucking market

FreightWaves SONAR

As explained by Supply & Demand Chain Executive , “Digitization, software and giving shippers and carriers efficient tech tools are critical, as technology continues to modernize this industry. The abundant data sources can make the process of assessing the market more difficult than necessary. Download the White Paper.

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LTL Freight Rates: Using data to improve annual contract negotiations

FreightWaves SONAR

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. Stated simply, it is the process of combining freight from multiple shippers to build more efficient full truckloads.

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This Indonesian Food Giant Reached 95% On-Time Delivery with Locus

Locus

A legacy enriched by global outreach in sourcing, manufacturing, refining, logistics, and more, one of the reasons for FKS Group’s diverse business growth is its strong commitment to logistics and infrastructure and a profound understanding of regional market dynamics. The result? Delays and tangible customer dissatisfaction.

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Dark Kitchens and Last-Mile Tech: Transforming Food Delivery

Locus

Efficient route planning and optimization becomes crucial to minimize the impact of traffic-related challenges. Delivery Efficiency and Capacity: Coordinating multiple deliveries within a specific timeframe is challenging. This helps minimize delivery time, reduce fuel consumption, and improve overall delivery efficiency.