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AUGUST 23, 2023

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2018

It’s that time when idle chatter at the office Christmas lunch turns to debating what next year will bring, especially among logistics and supply chain professionals, for whom it seems every New Year brings new challenges, trends, and disruptive innovations. The 7 Trends for Supply Chain Pros to Watch in 2018.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 22, 2019

Unfortunately, companies that fail to stay in line with the top 2019 logistics trends could face uncertainty and lost competitive advantage, so let’s look at some of the top trends shippers should know to stay successful. The Top Logistics Trends that Will Impact Logistics Management in 2018?. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 72

Logistics Network Optimization Software Trends Supply Chain Software Procurement Solutions 72

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

More than a year into a freight capacity crisis that shows little sign of weakening, it’s time for all parties involved in logistics and freight transportation to meet this issue head on. Of course, all of this is easier said than done, but new challenges tend to require new strategies and new innovation. There are No Crystal Balls.

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Capacity Freight Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 69

FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 3, 2021

SONAR data show that the freight market for inbound Detroit loads is highly volatile based on auto production trends – inbound Detroit loads should be less expensive when OEMs are sourcing a lot of components as assembly volumes ramp up. The post Freight Market Data To Assist in Negotiations With Carriers appeared first on SONAR.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 29, 2021

Using SONAR data in contract negotiations with carriers and 3PLs. . Of course, during that same period, many retailers performed extremely well. The retailers that performed the best over the past year were generally the ones that sold essential goods, such as food, or benefited from the trends of the hour, such as home repair.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Data Sourcing Strategies 52

FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

According to Derrick Steiner of Digitalist Magazine , “Today’s leading companies are working very hard to be intelligent enterprises, capable of harnessing the power of end-to-end experience and operational data, to connecting their demand chain with their customers, who are social, mobile and shop in many channels, to their supply chain.

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Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Sourcing Strategies Scenario Planning 105

Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Most recently, the recent disruptions in the Red Sea that saw ocean freight rates from China to Europe by over 190% and saw transit times lengthen, sea-air services offered a strategic advantage for logistics professionals able to remain agile, by watching trends and jumping at opportunities to ensure a resilient supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2019

It is that time of year again when we at Cerasis take a global view of what trends to expect in supply chain management throughout the remainder of the year. Of course, the best plans depend on the actions of yesterday. Retail saw the most significant season in decades, and carriers were hard pressed to find available capacity.

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Trends Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software 61

FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Digital freight matching is growing more valuable as a way to source meaningful capacity Companies and freight managers that have embraced digital technology and automation remain more likely to thrive. Using digital freight matching platforms is the best strategy to secure meaningful and practical capacity. Download the White Paper.

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Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 98

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

As a result, your company needs to think about these freight shipping trends and how you can prepare to respond to them as soon as possible. 8 Freight Shipping Trends Shippers Must Know for 2017. Capacity Demand Will Grow in Importance. Capacity is expected to grow tighter and more important in the coming year.

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Trends Freight Cost Reduction Supply Chain Software 68

247 Customs Broker

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

If leveraged effectively, game-changing trends such as digitalization, e-commerce and the Belt and Road Initiative to increase infrastructure between China and the EU—the exact impact of which is yet to be fully understood—have the potential to add wind to the sails of global seaborne trade,” concludes Youssef. Pricing platforms.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 10, 2018

While holidays have a substantial effect on freight capacity, produce season can cause one of the biggest crunches of the year. This, of course, needs to happen before a carrier can consider taking on new freight. . The rise in capacity demand for the season is resulting in some hefty transportation fees.

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Capacity Food and Agriculture Price Reduction Cost Reduction 48

FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Of course, that all depends on seeing the activities that are occurring, benchmarking current carrier operations and continuously improving. Streamline data capture and analysis. Data for the sake of data is meaningless without proper, automated analysis and data capture. Know your operating ratio .

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 27, 2021

Improving predictability in outcomes is valuable, but ensuring your supply chain is nimble enough to act on the data is even more so. We explore how predictive analytics and big data with human sentiments can add value and amplify their supply chain strategies. The presence of data throughout the supply chain is vital to its evolution.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 7, 2023

The reason they’re doing this is that they lack granular market data on contract and spot rates and prevailing service levels. Let’s look at some data. Broad-based freight market data suggests that there’s still a substantial cost-reduction opportunity in front of supply chain leaders.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Many asset-based carriers utilize freight broker and data technology to recruit truck drivers and reel in new talent. The issue with recruiting and retaining truckers is that it is difficult to do so without understanding actual market trends and volatility. . The truck driver shortage and its relationship to the capacity crunch.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Including, of course by leveraging global freight tech for BCOs. Over 50,000 supply chain professionals rely on our research lead’s weekly freight rate update, which includes a data-driven overview of current freight market conditions. Changing Trends in BCO Air Cargo Procurement. View weekly update. Signup Now.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

The State of Supply Chain 2016 Trends. Of course, the human controlling capacity for actual AI is still far from realistic, but the concept of a superior AI did make strides this year. The move to agile supply chain management inherently required more data sources than traditional supply chains, reports GT Nexus.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Digitization takes living, real-time data from once futuristic fantasy to practical present-day tools. Having uniform data instantly updated across many locations translates into an efficient organization. The answer is simple: having uniform data instantly updated across many locations translates into an efficient organization.

Sourcing Strategies 62

Sourcing Strategies Digital Efficiency Optimal Sourcing 62

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 28, 2022

Throughout these processes, the bots are tracking data and interactions and can even guide associates throughout the work processes. By leveraging AMRs, an organization can easily add or remove robots to maintain optimal capacity, and limit adjustments to base labor staffing requirements.

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Freightos

MARCH 23, 2023

In the debrief department, Sea Intelligence’s Alan Murphy shared data confirming that – of course – surging demand was the trigger for the unprecedented ocean situation. What just happened??? The downturn may be painful (for some), but is not unusual.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 30, 2021

Inadequate or outdated data remains one of the most significant challenges that face managers when it comes to compliance with routing guides. Poor data utilization and access cost nearly incalculable amounts of money each year for shippers and carriers of all sizes. Lanes the carrier typically runs and any related data.

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The Logistics Academy

OCTOBER 18, 2017

As global supply chains become more complex and customers more demanding, the race is on to develop software applications that can effectively manage and make sense of the zettabytes of data being generated by our digital world. Of course, capturing the data and then using it to make good decisions are two entirely different things.

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Freightos

JANUARY 12, 2017

Reliability – People are pickier than packages, which has encouraged the freight market to develop more dependable freight services, and combined with better air freight data movement, shipping by air provides better air freight tracking and the knowledge that your goods will get to the right place at the right time.

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247 Customs Broker

JANUARY 22, 2019

Unfortunately, companies that fail to stay in line with the top 2019 logistics trends could face uncertainty and lost competitive advantage, so let’s look at some of the top trends shippers should know to stay successful. The Right Logistics Service Provider Can Help You Navigate the 2019 Logistics Trends. ker@ehpub.com.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Trends Supply Chain Software Procurement Solutions 28

Morai Logistics

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

In fact, the on-demand supply chain market is gaining considerable attention this year as a top trend to watch out for. On January 17th, 2019, Morai Logistics discussed the current capacity crunch impacting transportation supply chains. Digital Freight Matching. Make the matching between shipper and carrier more efficient.

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Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chains Digital 60

Now, That's Logistics

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

When it comes to the exchange of information, it is of course problematic.”. In an industry where the mismatch between ship capacity and available cargo is a common pain point, Maritime Executive says technology can help solve that problem while also improving freight utilization. with even further complicating the shipping process.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Staying up to date with the latest trends and logistics metrics amounts to thriving through disruption. Therefore, paying attention to data and building actionable metrics are critical to freight forecasting during COVID-19 and through the next disruption. Connect your operation with near real-time data.

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Tips Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Logistics 52

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

As container demand continues to grow, supply capacity is not increasing fast enough to keep up. Liner companies need this vital intelligence to match the supply of container and vessel capacity to the demand on specific routes. Background to the Current Situation. Lengthier delays in container loading, unloading, and shipping.

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Airfreight Logistics

MARCH 19, 2020

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in cargo tonne kilometers (CTKs), decreased by 3.3% Cargo capacity, measured in available cargo tonne kilometers (ACTKs), rose by 0.9% Capacity growth has now outstripped demand growth for 21 consecutive months.

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Cargo Capacity Trends Freight 61

CH Robinson Logistics

JULY 8, 2021

One estimate suggests that during the 2020 holiday season, demand for small parcel exceeded available capacity by nearly 7 million packages a day. This trend is expected to continue for the remainder of 2021 and through 2022. Leverage service and capacity options to enhance your on-time shipping performance.

Cost Reduction 62

Cost Reduction Sourcing Strategies Meeting Optimal Sourcing 62

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

In the consumer sector, few recent trends have been as disruptive as the new on-demand marketplace for commodities like transportation and lodging, driven by Uber and VRBO. Extending visibility of available capacities in the market enables a more effective result, often delivering win-wins for collaborative trading partners.

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Prescriptive Analytics platforms , as defined by Gartner , “primarily focus on creating optimization solutions,” providing “data prep, prescriptive model building, model management and model deployment in various business processes.” At AIMMS, we recognized this trend several years ago. More investment in data science .

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Of course, COVID-19 has accelerated this trend, with more consumers working from home and ordering online, while it’s also become easier for sellers to source on Alibaba, import, and then sell on Shopify or Amazon.com. With passenger jets and their bellyhold cargo capacity missing, air cargo rates reached record highs as well.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 8, 2022

This shortage has significantly reduced shipping capacity, resulting in delays and increased shipping costs. The structure of the current trucking market gives truckload carriers the upper hand since the demand for shipping services significantly exceeds the available capacity. This figure is forecast to hit 160,000 by 2030.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Price Reduction 52

Locus

MARCH 27, 2024

By leveraging data on real-time traffic, driver schedules, delivery priorities, and vehicle capacities, retail businesses can carve out the most efficient paths for their fleets. But the magic of real-time data doesn’t stop at rerouting; it’s also about continuously refining the delivery process.

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