FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 15, 2021

Inflationary pressure continues to be one of the largest headwinds for consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies, which are uniquely exposed in the current environment. However, leveraging freight market data can mitigate freight spend and lead to a more efficient supply chain. Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The COVID-19 crisis unveiled major issues within global supply chains and, as we have seen with SONAR freight data, volatility in the market. For those that make the right applications of freight data, the massive problems created by the pandemic could have been more easily mitigated.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Watch the demo video here to see how it will work. There will be 6 virtual halls: Forklift & AGV Technology, Handling Automation Systems, Packaging & Pallets, Software & Computing, Transport Services & Equipment, Warehousing Equipment. The first event will be February 22-25th, with a second week in September 2021.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

As we approach the end of the year, shippers are in the unenviable position of having to put freight out for bid in a carriers’ market while budgeting for further-inflationary 2022 transportation costs on top of rampant inflation in virtually all of their other costs (labor, materials, packaging, energy, etc.) Request a SONAR Demo.

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WorkWave

MARCH 26, 2024

Imagine ordering a package online and eagerly awaiting its arrival, only to face delays and uncertainties in the delivery process. A well-optimized delivery route ensures that packages reach their destinations within the stipulated time frame, thereby enhancing customer satisfaction and creating loyal customers.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 9, 2021

With all the advances in technology and a continuous need to just do more with less, it’s imperative for shippers to start by assessing the quality of their basic data and analytics tools. Labels dictate where the item is going, where it’s originating, who needs to accept responsibility upon delivery and details to show what’s in the package.

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Log-hub

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Designed for user-friendly optimization, these apps offer expanded integration options, including Knime nodes, API Integration, and with this update even the pyloghub pip package available on GitHub. Supply Chain Apps PRO users can now leverage the pyloghub pip package, simplifying integration into Python environment.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 1, 2021

However, they have taken a backseat in modernity as carriers realized shippers were wasting space in packaging. DIM pricing considers cubic volume in addition to physical height, width and depth of packages as a factor for price calculations. If the numbers were reversed, the shipping rate is based on the actual package weight.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 21, 2024

Customer relationship management systems collect and centralize all the important data about a business’ customers (and potential customers). This data usually includes the customer’s contact information, address, purchase history, social media engagement, email click-throughs, and dozens of other data points as they become available.

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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. It can’t be manual.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 14, 2021

Even with inflationary pressures pervading nearly every aspect of the economy, consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies are somewhat uniquely exposed to the current inflationary environment. Those data sets and use cases include: Using data from electronic tenders and carrier surveys to assist in negotiations with carriers and 3PLs.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 22, 2021

Consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies are facing a unique set of circumstances in the current inflationary environment. Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo. The inflationary pressure on inputs means that margin pressure for CPG companies looks likely. FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE WHITE PAPER.

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Log-hub

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Designed for user-friendly optimization, these apps offer expanded integration options, including Knime nodes, API Integration, and with this update even the pyloghub pip package available on GitHub. Supply Chain Apps PRO users can now leverage the pyloghub pip package, simplifying integration into Python environment.

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Ship Monk

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The collected items then move on to a packing station, where a packer carefully packages them for shipping to the customer. Units packaged and stored in bulk boxes should also be labeled on the outside of the box to ensure that the warehouse can cross-check the contents and quantities in the receiving process and after storage.

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WorkWave

APRIL 3, 2024

It allows businesses to efficiently assign delivery tasks to drivers based on real-time data and predefined parameters. Whether it’s tracking a package en route or receiving notifications about delivery updates, live tracking and visibility features enhance the overall customer experience and foster loyalty.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

This week, learn how freight market participants, especially trucking carriers , rely on both the Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Rack (ULSDR) data index and the FUELS index to measure diesel fuel price volatility and to understand its impact on their operations and the freight market at large. What are the ULSDR data and FUELS indices?

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 18, 2020

In a sense, it’s the application of data signals to create a list of preferred shippers. Carriers will have delays and challenges, such as the problems deriving from package cut-offs in recent weeks. And that means your company needs access to all the freight data available. Request a SONAR Demo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Subscribers receive near-time market intelligence to improve pre-RFP strategy analysis and can identify new market opportunities with little to none native, historical data. With Lane Scorecard, a user can create ‘ideal potential bid packages’ to leverage during mid-RFP round negotiations. Get a Demo of SONAR's Lane Scorecard.

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RPA Labs

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Many people are filled with anticipation when opening a package. Effectively receiving and sending data relies on a whole workflow of automation. A complete workflow minimizes the opportunity for data to get stuck in multiple locations along the way. Seamless Data Sharing With Network Partners.

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RPA Labs

MARCH 10, 2022

Although automated document processing platforms often advertise cookie-cutter packages, it’s important for freight companies to first examine their own needs before trying to fit in the offerings of a platform. Are there data extraction limitations? Does this document processing platform host electronic data interchange (EDI)?

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2024

The tools introduced to support this vision range from exoskeletons and pick-by systems providing cognitive support for pickers to AI-based analytics of movement data for the optimization of intralogistics processes. The result is ergonomically efficient systems for logistics jobs with long-term viability.

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Envase Technologies

AUGUST 1, 2023

With this prediction, we’ve been urging carriers to be prepared for responding with bid packages quickly and accurately, for a chance to secure new business that will reap benefits long-term. If you’d like to schedule a personalized demo, book a time with Travis here.

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Locus

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Whether it is a retail or a CEP business, first attempt delivery success can reduce costs involved in executing multiple deliveries (for the same order), storage of packages and management of personnel. With artificial intelligence coming in, it is now possible to collate a large number of data and execute deliveries precisely.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

But consider the data surrounding freight brokers. How do freight brokers make money – they connect loads to data-driven insights. For both asset-based and non-asset-based freight brokers, providing that connection point between loads and data is essential. Through data, brokers: Generate more profitability per load.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 18, 2021

These efforts are more likely to be rewarded with victories than spending an excessive amount of time and resources on large, annual bid packages.” So, it’s equally valuable to know the constraints and to apply data to overcome them with mini-bids. Request a SONAR SCI Lane Acuity demo to get started or click the button below.

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Shipchain

MARCH 13, 2019

Logistics Applications of Blockchain Maintain Data for All Parties. Logistics applications of blockchain all derive from maintaining an incorruptible data resource. Tracking data while in transit reduces damage and ensures drivers maintain compliance. Blockchain used in this fashion bridges system and data silos.

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Locus

JUNE 22, 2023

Shippers on the other hand, are unable to verify their claims accurately as they lack access to on-ground data. This technology significantly reduces manual data uploading and sharing, and provides superior visibility into proof of delivery for the shippers. Contact us to schedule a demo today!

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Locus

OCTOBER 12, 2022

At the same time it can improve accuracy in order dispatching , easily prioritize and filter batches, and speed up packaging, shipping and last-mile delivery. Pack deliveries efficiently: By rethinking their packaging strategy, brands can significantly reduce their carbon footprint. Book a demo with us! Schedule Demo.

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Locus

JULY 20, 2023

Many packages necessitate swift delivery , and customer availability for package receipt is often erratic. The diversity of packages, each with unique handling requirements, makes things a lot more challenging. Schedule a Demo The post How Improved Hub Operations Reduce Time Under The Roof appeared first on Locus Blog.

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Locus

JULY 17, 2023

This data-driven approach allows dark kitchens to make informed business decisions and deliver a personalized experience to customers. Food Quality and Freshness: It is imperative that each customer receives food that is properly packaged, insulated, and handled with care such that its taste, texture, and temperature are preserved.

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Locus

JULY 24, 2023

This approach dynamically balances the load and autonomously sorts packages based on a variety of constraints like: zone, address, package contents and more significantly reducing processing time and enhancing operational efficiency. Tech is not just for Tesla, folks. It’s about driving efficiency, quite literally.

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FreightWaves SONAR

AUGUST 13, 2021

Truck production tends to be easier to get data on (there are only four major Class 8 OEMs in North America) and they regularly publish data. To understand the number of drivers in the market, we need to track truck driver employment data and the number of owner-operators in the market. Request a SONAR Demo.

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IoT World Today

MAY 14, 2020

The industry is moving in that direction, as augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) systems begin delivering fresh new Internet of Things (IoT) data analytics to workers in a variety of fields. “We AR Puts IoT Data in Context. Connecting workers to useful IoT data feeds is a major goal of AR initiatives.

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Shipchain

JANUARY 8, 2020

The package you’ve been patiently waiting for (probably no more than two days with how we’ve become accustomed to fast, free shipping) finally arrives, and the contents are damaged. If you’re interested in discussing how blockchain can save you money and headaches in the long run, drop us a line or request a demo today!

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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. This agility in delivery operations means packages reach customers faster, using less fuel and resources, which directly translates into cost savings for retailers.

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Locus

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Warehouse operations such as manual sorting of packages can be extremely strenuous and lead to delayed deliveries. Lack of insights : Data is crucial to understand your customers. This is amplified further during the holiday season, as suggested by data above. Download the Casestudy. This is cumbersome to say the least.

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Reducing errors, optimizing packaging and enhancing shipping options can set you apart from competitors. Data-Driven Decisions: Analyze order data to identify trends, forecast demand and adjust your inventory and pricing strategies accordingly. Schedule your free demo today.

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