GlobalTranz

AUGUST 25, 2015

In the complex world of modern transportation, companies lacking the experience to professionally handle the intricacies of transportation management are sure to find controlling shipping costs an extreme challenge. Freight costs are eminently controllable, however, efficiently managing this major budget item requires expertise.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 7, 2023

US-Mexico Trade Trends Indicate Nearshoring Has Momentum Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - December 7, 2023 ‘While Mexico Has Surpassed China as the United States’ No.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 2, 2018

Today, we conclude our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation , Freight. We spent the last week exploring each category's top 10 most viewed posts over the course of 2017. Top 10 Transportation Blog Posts of the Year.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Sending your employees on a customer service course can be beneficial to your customer relationships, but the question is, how? Having good customer service in the transportation industry will ultimately improve your customer satisfaction levels. How do you give good customer service in the transportation industry? Brand Image.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

of domestic freight transportation, including raw materials for manufacturing, finished manufacturing, and retail goods. Grocery stores would struggle to keep products in stock and materials like medical supplies and gas would be in short supply if truck drivers stopped transporting these essentials. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 13, 2015

Here at Cerasis, there are numerous technologies that we offer that are designed to help simplify the way your transportation management practices. Using a Transportation Management System to Streamline Transportation Management Practices. Here’s a look at some how current technology solutions can do for your business.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2015

One of the often missing links, however, in supply chain visibility, is transportation management. We call this the transportation supply chain. What is the Transportation Supply Chain? This requires a new broad look at the business of transportation supply chain, including supply chain management, logistics, & procurement.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Logistics, The Real Super Bowl MVP Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics Super Bowl requires logistics planning and execution to take advantage of the event’s revenue and profit opportunities. Here’s what’s involved. million U.S.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 30, 2015

Of course the issue for those in logistics is how this regulation would affect them. A Class C CDL is typically for a bus driver, such as a school bus or public transportation system. Shippers May Need to Turn to Expertise in Transportation Management. They seem to be changing not in the favor of the industry.

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Women in Trucking

APRIL 23, 2019

Our attendees are transportation decision-makers, who are mid- to upper-managers, directors, VPs and Presidents of trucking companies, private fleets, 3PLs, manufacturers, etc., Monthly Webinars. Participate in our monthly webinar series and share the links with your colleagues. You might also want to provide a webinar as well.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 18, 2021

These embargoes are also widely misunderstood since they effectively impact the middle mile of transportation, resulting in shippers failing to plan for them. While LTL embargoes are and will always be a major part of any transportation network, there are a few things shippers can do to reduce their impact.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 27, 2021

Of course, these sophisticated automated models will not give the full picture either, especially in a market run by the pandemic. Decision trees, that rely on a tree-shaped diagram determine a course of action or show statistical probability, is the most used predictive analysis method. Check out our July Webinar!

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 5, 2023

While some facilities in Mexico do transport goods by barge to Galveston, the vast majority move from Mexico by truck or train and nearshoring will provide relief to those ports of the West Coast that had weekslong logjams during the height of Covid-related shutdowns. How will you and can you support us?” Schara said.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 14, 2017

Transportation management systems ( TMSs ) are not a new concept, but where they are hosted now, in the cloud, is still new to the shipping industry. Of course, the reasons for keeping the TMS in the cloud go beyond being easier for their providers. Cloud-Based TMS Enables Management of Software From a Central Location.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Steve: Klaus, when we talked, you mentioned Autoliv was already doing digital supplier management, had digital sourcing solutions, and was looking at real-time transportation visibility solutions to provide better predicted times of arrival for inbound and outbound shipments.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 12, 2016

Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) skills should be more heavily included into the educational courses of today’s students. Specifically, more manufacturers should offer training courses focused on STEM education to workers in lower-paying, less-intense positions. Implement Sustainable Manufacturing Practices.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 14, 2020

We asked a great question at our recent webinar on the subject of benchmarking. The key bit of information is, in this case of course: How fast is the fastest person? You might be looking after the complete supply chain, you might be looking after transportation , or you might be looking after warehousing.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Knowledge is power–understanding what’s causing the situation can help reduce stress and enable you to select the best course of action to best move forward. Order volumes will pick back up once companies work through existing inventories and as prices for transportation and fuel continue to decline. The Logistics Blog®.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Author’s Note: The following is an excerpt of what I presented recently in a webinar organized by Descartes Systems Group (a Talking Logistics sponsor) focused on “ Delivery – The Moment of Truth.” For the rest of my comments and Brian Hodgson’s presentation, watch the webinar archive. Poor Delivery Experience Can Negate It All.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 12, 2017

The first major change was, of course, the growth of the internet and during this period bricks and mortar retailers started to feel threatened that people would buy products online instead of shopping in their store.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

To operate economically and efficiently, you need to identify the most suitable energy system for your particular transport processes. On the infrastructure of warehouses and production sites, on the choice of transport systems, on operating costs and ultimately on the size of the investment. Suitability criteria.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Today, is day two of our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation Management , Freight. We will feature over the next 4 business days each category's most viewed posts over the course of 2017. Share This: Read More.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

Of course, the cab of your truck isn't the greatest place to prepare a meal, but with the right approach, you can cook easy and nutritious meals for your next trip. Twitter Facebook Google+ LinkedIn The post [BONUS BLOG] Your Guide To Eating Healthy While On The Road appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 26, 2018

Unforeseen circumstances like these can disrupt transport and easily turn into a crisis. You can encourage adult training by offering free workshops and classes for your management team, or offer reimbursement for supply chain management courses. Keep calm and make calculated decisions. Author Bio.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 9, 2015

Since the collapse of the housing market and the economy in 2008, the freight transportation industry has managed to claw its way out of a damaging situation and maintain historically low trucking rates. Furthermore, you can prepare for the change by understanding what 3PLs can do to help attempt to maintain lower prices of transportation.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 24, 2018

The Guide to Reduce Parcel Shipping Costs thru Effective Transportation Management Practices. Keeping Parcel Shipping and Handling Costs in Check Increases the Strength of Your Brand Of course, shippers have another alternative, simply pass along the shipping cost to the customer, explains Rob Martinez of MultiChannel Merchant.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 27, 2016

Reusable can be defined as: A container or pallet that is reused at least three times to transport or contain the same products, parts or goods. More Efficient Transport. The packaging can be loaded more efficiently reducing the cost of multiple transportation costs. Reduced Waste Management Costs. Return on Investment.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

When a shipper choses a method of shipping, packaging requirements, and speed of delivery, they are actually impacting the company’s budget for freight transportation. For example, a shipper should consider fuel cost forecasts when creating a budget for LTL transport. Effective Transportation Management. Process Management.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

2017 will be the year of renewed focus and interest in adopting newer transportation management systems (TMSs) to boost productivity and find the biggest cost savings among shipping transportation providers. Transportation Management Systems Will Become Centralized in the Cloud. asserts PLS Logistics. Cassidy of JOC.com.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain. However, I can’t recall writing a general guide about exploiting outsourcing opportunities to improve your supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

In the course of operation, the business is exposed at multiple points across its stages of supply chain. is important to note that system capabilities will be expected to evolve over the course of the rollout due to the dynamic nature of today’s business environment.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Those brands include Pepsi, of course, but also Lay’s, Quaker, Doritos, Cheetos, and Gatorade. The company is using Blue Yonder for transportation management, Coupa’s Supply Chain Guru for network design, and FourKites ( see the webinar ) for transportation visibility in certain regions or departments to help with this.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 21, 2015

Throughout the course of business, demand for items will contract and grow, and your business needs to be able to process customer orders. Over the course of time, an LTL carrier will increase rates to their consumers. Discounted Rates at General Rate Increases.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 11, 2017

Of course, this strategy has been around for some time, so shippers must think outside of the box and use new technologies to make it more effective, says Tom Heine of Inbound Logistics. New technology and platforms , such as a transportation management system (TMS), can effectively eliminate much of the required for carriers.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2018

There are also many predictions on the role of self-driving transport in delivery. Of course, the industry of automated logistics based on using drones and cars is not yet implemented but some big companies keep talking about it. Earlier, Amazon has announced that it is going to use drones for the delivery of goods.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 21, 2018

Managing existing over the road modes of transportation can feel like an insurmountable task, but a transportation management system (TMS) could be the solution. The Freight & Transportation Management Trends to Know in 2018. It is a one-stop platform that manages all existing transportation modes.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 16, 2015

Throughout the course of business, business owners, who may be in the manufacturing, retail, or in another industry, find themselves focusing on innovation. Obviously, most modern innovations will focus on improving supply chain processes throughout the course of business, not the ancient squeegee example.

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