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Why Digital Transformation Is Fundamental To A Resilient Supply Chain

Blue Grace Logistics

Logistics stakeholders are continuing to digitalize operations—and supply chains—through new technologies that meet customer expectations and keep up with global trade challenges. There will be no turning back in the post-Covid times—the digital transformation is here to stay.

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Retail enterprise suppliers’ best practices to use global trade data

FreightWaves SONAR

Global trade data and shipping demand management are not just things that high-tech companies and international investors need to worry about. This focus makes proper use of global trade data and analytics so vital for continued recovery and growth throughout the supply chain network. Streamline data collection and analysis.

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[stackd] The rise of digital freight matching and the value of integrations

FreightWaves SONAR

On the episode you’ll hear: How does Ed define the industry question: “what is digital freight matching?”. Is newtrul a digital freight matching platform? Load boards have been around for years, what’s the difference between what newtrul is, or any other digital freight matching platform, and a load board?

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What is transportation rate forecasting and why do I need real-time data to forecast accurately

FreightWaves SONAR

As further explained by Deloitte , “business cases show how new technologies – from smart sensors to advanced data analytics to cognitive computing – are transforming traditional linear supply chains into connected, intelligent, scalable, and customizable digital supply networks to help reduce costs and drive sustainable growth.”

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Why accurate predictive freight rates are only possible with holistic and real-time data

FreightWaves SONAR

Big data and predictive freight rates in the digital supply chain are nothing new. Nearly all shippers, brokers and carriers collect and use data to derive insights, including predictive rates. Unfortunately, the most robust applications of that data will quickly diminish in value as data ages.

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

FreightWaves SONAR

The digital age has presented a wealth of opportunities for the over the road trucking market. 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. But what is the solution to lagging data?

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Are You Using Digital Booking Software?

Parade

Digital booking programs are some of the hottest technology solutions for freight brokerages right now, and it’s no wonder. Digital booking software can help brokerages thrive in several ways. Digital booking software can help brokerages thrive in several ways. Interested in a digital booking solution for your brokerage?

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