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. Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo. Source: SONAR). Source: SONAR).

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 29, 2020

However, the application of such data does not necessarily translate into meaningful improvements within day-to-day operations. Yes, analytics add value, but that value often gets overshadowed by the sheer volume of freight data insights available. And it’s in this space where big data analytics can add the most value.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

Ty Findley, managing partner of Ironspring Ventures, conducted a roundtable discussion titled The Next Chapter on Last Mile, with Penny Register-Shaw, chief strategy officer of The FRONTDoor Collective, and Bill Catania, founder and CEO of OneRail, on Tuesday during day two of FreightWaves’ Future of Supply Chain event in Rogers, Arkansas.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 17, 2021

As dry van capacity has somewhat started to recover, reefer capacity has become even more scarce as national reefer rejection rates once again hit an all-time high, topping 50% this past week. Somewhat surprisingly, this capacity crunch is located largely in areas that the storm did not directly affect, such as Southern California.

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FreightWaves SONAR

AUGUST 30, 2021

This “SONAR highlight reel,” which we publish every other week, is intended to concisely hit data highlights and trends in truckload, intermodal and maritime. In the coming days, we expect demand metrics and spot rates to hit fresh highs and we also expect a spike in tender rejection rates as capacity tightens. Request a SONAR Demo.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

Weather events might also be factors. Therefore, produce ready for shipping may be stalled due to a limited supply of equipment and trucks (hindering capacity procurement ), fewer drivers, and the pressure everywhere to move things faster, save money, and get it done without impacting the customer experience.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 23, 2021

And part of that includes recognizing when existing contracts fall short and when to re-enter mini-bids, significantly as capacity tightens, says the Loadstar. Companies that can accurately predict market volatility trends, using indices with reefer data analytics , can ensure that they remain prepared in the event of replenishment issues.

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Trimble

MARCH 12, 2024

Additionally, there is an increase in general road toll tariffs, which varies according to the vehicle's weight capacity, number of axles, and emission class. With the integration of a new parameter in our data, Trimble now automatically accounts for the latest toll framework, ensuring accurate trip calculations.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 15, 2021

Advancements in tender data science and paid market data now power SONAR SCI (Supply Chain Intelligence) Lane Acuity Plus. SONAR Lane Acuity Plus provides lane-level insight into market stability and rate benchmarking , helping participants identify freight rate and capacity risk on a lane. . WHAT IS LANE ACUITY PLUS?

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Parade

MARCH 8, 2022

While on the call with that carrier, the rep collects information like the carrier’s capacity in given lanes, the types of loads they like to take, the rates they would generally charge for that specific load, or even just that they have a backhaul in Atlanta every Tuesday morning. Brokerages can learn a lot from that data.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Big data provides an opportunity to gain those insights, especially during volatile freight markets. As further explained by Grainger , “Big Data gives businesses the ability to monitor products with laser-like focus as they move through their supply chain in real-time.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Therefore, paying attention to data and building actionable metrics are critical to freight forecasting during COVID-19 and through the next disruption. Partners need to be empowered and have full visibility to shift suppliers, manufacturers or even global production locations based on uncontrollable events at a moment’s notice.

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Locus

JULY 24, 2023

Carrier Requirements: Carriers also have their own preferences and limitations regarding the load they can carry such as geographic coverage, equipment availability, capacity, specialized handling capabilities, and contractual obligations. This ensures efficient and safe transportation.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 3, 2021

The winter weather events of early 2021 have aided in keeping spot rates elevated through what is normally a slow season for trucking. The rates are derived from a combination of carrier costs, tender data and demographic information. Request a FreightWaves SONAR demo by clicking the button below to get started.

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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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WorkWave

MARCH 19, 2023

A delivery driver’s life will be less stressful if they’re ready for unexpected events and can respond appropriately. The real-time traffic data permits users to make timely route adjustments. However, its capacity to plan routes is somewhat restricted. Start Using RouteManager!

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EazyStock

OCTOBER 20, 2020

This keeps the data clean and easier to use for forecasting going forward. Look out for such trends in your historical demand data and adjust your forecasts accordingly. Qualitative factors: Add any qualitative forecasting factors into your data, such as sales promotions, competitor activity or external market events.

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Locus

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Delivery exceptions are circumstances where packages are temporarily delayed in transit due to unexpected events. Unanticipated events. Unforeseen events like wildfire, hurricanes, winter storms, cyclones, floods etc makes the routes impassable and keeps drivers off the road. Schedule a Demo. What is a delivery exception?

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

2 Analyze Your Past Data and Compare It to Current Trends. Being aware of these vital data points will help you consistently improve your strategy year-over-year. After taking stock of your batting average, aim for the fences by comparing it to the data gathered by other ecommerce business owners and industry professionals.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 17, 2021

The problem with this is that no precise key figures can be determined for capacity utilisation, order status or productivity. So the company went looking and came across an article about a new machine monitoring and data collection system (MDC system). “That gave us peace of mind,” says van Nes. How SmartMONITOR works.

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Freightos

JANUARY 25, 2024

Aimee Loshinsky January 25, 2024 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo In Freightos Q4 2023 KPI press release , we announced that the company surpassed one million bookings across the platform in 2023. The industry is taking digitalization seriously.

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Freightos

APRIL 16, 2024

More Resources Home April 16, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market. America weekly prices increased 69% to $6.17/kg

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 13, 2021

Ocean freight is a major part of the modern shipping industry and plays a role in a large percentage of overall shipping capacity. And part of that implies a need to recognize the value of real-time versus lagging data too. Each of these generates data. Download the White Paper.

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EazyStock

MARCH 17, 2021

Black Swan Events. A black swan event is an unexpected event with severe consequences, like the Great Recession or the current COVID-19 pandemic. This category is sometimes lumped together with black swan events. You need to determine what your priorities will be in the event of a supply chain disruption.

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AIMMS

JUNE 26, 2017

” Watch a demo to see an AIMMS-based Inventory Optimization App in action. Production Planning & Scheduling : is the “management and allocation of resources, events and processes to manufacture goods based on finite capacity and with the usage of heuristic solvers for optimization.”

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AIMMS

JUNE 26, 2017

” Watch a demo to see an AIMMS-based Inventory Optimization App in action. Production Planning & Scheduling : is the “management and allocation of resources, events and processes to manufacture goods based on finite capacity and with the usage of heuristic solvers for optimization.”

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 19, 2021

After all, everyone is focused on keeping costs under control, maximizing use of assets and capacity, avoiding tender rejections and more. The d isruptions of the past year have proven yet again that disruption and black swan events can come from nowhere, and it’s that fact that drives market volatility. Request a SONAR Demo.

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