Freightos

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

More Resources Home February 22, 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. American import hubs.

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Freightos

JANUARY 15, 2024

Despite these efforts, to date the attacks continue, pushing most major carriers representing over 60% of global container capacity, to alter their routes. It converged with a trend of both airlines and ocean liners investing far more heavily in their fleets over the past fewyears.

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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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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 2, 2021

Let’s take a closer look at how such an analysis provides more actionable insights that help shippers find and leverage meaningful capacity. True transportation cost analysis goes well beyond benchmarking to analyze, monitor and forecast trends that can be used to the shipper’s advantage. Consider this fact. It’s that simple.

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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. The use of logistics automation means making it easier than ever to adapt and adjust to changing market trends and consumer demands.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Market activity describes the nationwide and granular trends affecting available capacity, timeliness of transit and on-time, in-full deliveries. Since transportation is literally a fuel-consuming industry, knowing the fuel changes and trends will go a long way to improve trucking profitability. Request a SONAR Demo.

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Freightos

JANUARY 10, 2024

More Resources Home January 10, 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.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Watch the episode below: What makes SONAR’s Lane Scorecard app unique from bulk lane rate tools on the market is its proprietary SONAR lane scoring, SONAR predictive rates and its spark graphs that allow a user to more easily see past and forecast trends. Get a Demo of SONAR's Lane Scorecard. It has been recognized by Inc.,

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Contract freight may not equate to guaranteed capacity. The fact remains that within freight transportation protocol, trucking capacity is finite. Available drivers will not always be accessible to handle loads, affecting freight pricing rates and fees when special capacity considerations are needed.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

However, even as retailers scramble to meet e-commerce consumer demands, and providers lean into the latest trends to get those packages to front doors, there is plenty going on behind the scenes. OneRail showcased its final-mile solution during a Monday demo session at FreightWaves’ Future of Supply Chain event. Can they be stopped?

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

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. The industry is growing and will only continue to suffer from finite trucking capacity. Request a SONAR Demo.

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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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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 3, 2021

FreightWaves scientific rates are predicting a return to a slow downward trend after the impacts of the past month’s winter storms recede. The overriding trend prior to these storms was that of a slow loosening of the market, as indicated by existing predictive capabilities Remember that the need to stay strategic is paramount.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 22, 2021

And as reported by Supply Chain 24/7 , “Leveraging technology, shippers are able to see regional trends and specific lane cost information, as well as driver preferences, while carriers have access to details like loading/unloading times and lane history data.” Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Figuring out the best strategy for managing fleet assets can be difficult at best. And a failure to ensure trucking capacity availability within one market will have a resounding effect on allocation strategies of a trucking fleet’s assets. Request a FreightWaves SONAR demo by clicking the button below.

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Freightos

DECEMBER 28, 2023

More Resources Home December 28, 2023 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.

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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. Improper consideration of the whole market’s demands and available capacity will lead to upset and delays. Carriers need balancing to meet market capacity demands.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

As e-commerce peak season ramps up, more organizations will see available drivers and capacity dwindle. Without supply chain visibility, a retailer cannot realistically move freight to other markets to take advantage of trucking capacity. And the past data trends are obsolete and rapidly becoming more so. Request a SONAR Demo.

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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. The use of logistics automation means making it easier than ever to adapt and adjust to changing market trends and consumer demands.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 23, 2021

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? Request a SONAR Demo. Why is it important to Benchmarking carrier performance and monitor that over time?

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EazyStock

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Demand planning is part of a company’s planning strategy to allocate resources in the best and most effective way to meet demand and respond to demand changes. They could also use just-in-time or just-in-case inventory management strategies to help them to balance their stock levels. What is demand planning?

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EazyStock

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Demand planning is part of a company’s planning strategy to allocate resources in the best and most effective way to meet demand and respond to demand changes. They could also use just-in-time or just-in-case inventory management strategies to help them to balance their stock levels. What is demand planning? Demand sensing.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

What’s driving the change in ocean shipping and how does SONAR help shippers see the trends The import boom appears far from over, and it will have implications long after this wave of unprecedented orders subsides. And it’s critical to see what’s happening within the chart of the week.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

Retail delivery solutions continue to change to keep up with market trends. The Last-Mile Needs a Sustainable-First Strategy. One rising trend is the continued focus on pharmaceutical and other temperature-controlled freight transportation. The Last-Mile in Retail Is More Costly Than Any Other Mode.

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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. These factors are further seen in top-industry trends.

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Dashboards provide a quick and easy way to access important metrics and help decision-makers make informed decisions based on current trends and data in their business. To see if our software is the right fit for your business, schedule your free demo today.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 15, 2021

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. . The higher the stability score, the more consistent the rate and capacity are on a given lane, resulting in a consistently high rate of tender acceptance.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Freight intelligence tools help management develop a more unified freight strategy. Strategic partnerships make or break the network when it comes to successful truck fleet management and rapidly scaling capacity or load execution. Request a FreightWaves SONAR demo by clicking the button below. . Request a SONAR Demo.

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Locus

JUNE 16, 2023

Efficient fuel management can enhance route planning and capacity utilization. A recent analysis by the American Trucking Associations (ATA) indicates that if existing trends persist, we could see a potential driver shortage reaching up to 175,000 by 2024. Read also: How to Calculate the Cost of Transport 2.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 5, 2021

Shippers will not be willing to accept a lack of trucking capacity or last-minute price changes in an industry that is becoming more transparent. With the port congestion issues we have been dealing with in LA, and the lack of outbound and inbound shipments in Dallas due to recent weather trends, these signals are not surprising. .

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Part of that strategy lies in using the right transportation data, analysis and insightful reports, such as those provided within FreightWaves SONAR, to guide day-to-day operations. Outbound/Inbound Tender Rejection Indices to understand market trends and rates. Request a SONAR demo online to learn more. Request a SONAR Demo.

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Locus

MARCH 27, 2024

Mix it up with omnichannel Omnichannel retailing , the strategy that integrates all shopping channels like online or in-store isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a cost-saving revolution for retail businesses. In essence, omnichannel strategies turn logistical challenges into advantages, making deliveries more efficient and cost-effective.

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

An advertising strategy and budget Financial projections Demand forecasting Growth strategy (see our guides to growth and scaling your ecommerce business). 2 Analyze Your Past Data and Compare It to Current Trends. For a truly successful ecommerce business strategy, you have to dig a little deeper. Slice of cake.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 29, 2021

That has also increased the pressure on retailers to keep other freight and logistics costs low with more capital and expense being dedicated to the development of new omnichannel strategies. . Pressure to develop an omnichannel strategy with strong customer service levels. Those use cases include: .

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EazyStock

APRIL 18, 2023

Our eGuide, Supply chain and logistics management trends for 2023 , looks at potential issues facing supply chain managers this year and how to respond. When demand fluctuates, and costs rise, it can be tempting to throw out long-term strategies to react to these changes. How will higher prices impact customer demand?

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 12, 2021

A successful freight pricing strategy is not as simple as it sounds. How to leverage data to future-proof your trucking company pricing strategy. In that case, it is possible to derive a few best practices that allow carriers to future-prove their carrier freight pricing strategies. Think about it. What are you waiting for?

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EazyStock

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Trends: Product demand is influenced by fashion, technology, social, economic and legal factors. Look out for such trends in your historical demand data and adjust your forecasts accordingly. Fine-tune your stock replenishment strategies. Schedule a Demo. Many ERP and WMS systems will use one of these approaches.

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