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[WHITE PAPER] Freight Brokerage Toolkit to Effectively Use Freight Data for Desired Outcomes

FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Supply chain leaders continue the battle to find and secure capacity, lower freight spend, and increase service levels, as well as apply freight forecasting to achieve the same goals. Meanwhile, brokers are playFreight brokerages are a vital part of complex, mature supply chains.

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BotsAndUs releases “seminal” white paper

Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 9, 2022

“The use of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies allows warehouses to become better at managing and performing a multitude of tasks, improve the operational efficiency by huge margins. They have real-time data transfer, flexible communication, and Big Data analytics.

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[WHITE PAPER] Leveraging freight market data to lower automotive manufacturers freight spend

FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 7, 2021

Coupled with the just-in-time nature of the industry, automotive manufacturers are heavily reliant on an efficient global supply chain. FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO ACCESS THE FREE WHITE PAPER. Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo.

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[WHITE PAPER] Peak Season Forecast: Another truckload capacity crunch

FreightWaves SONAR

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The maritime industry has been in peak season mode since the middle of last year and import volumes have been consistently higher year-over-year. Goods for the holiday shopping season are largely already stateside, which has led to a decline in our forward-looking ocean bookings data. Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo.

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[WHITE PAPER] Another rough year for shippers to manage bid process and carrier networks

FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Meanwhile, shippers face the challenge of managing their day-to-day transportation networks during a period of unprecedented supply chain disruption. Either one would be a challenge, but performing both at the same time presents additional challenges in a carriers’ market. FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE WHITE PAPER.

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[WHITE PAPER] Auto manufacturers can use real-time freight data to better manage freight spend

FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 10, 2021

As the world recovers from the pandemic, now numerous supply chain impacts – including a global semiconductor shortage and inflationary pressure on a number of inputs, including freight costs – are significantly hampering the automotive industry, causing temporary shutdowns at some facilities. Request a SONAR Demo.

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[WHITE PAPER] Data in the fast lane – managing automotive logistics amid component shortages

FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 1, 2021

The global semiconductor shortage seems to be the first, second, third and only issue in the auto industry right now. Less headline-grabbing is the blocking and tackling of efficiently managing freight spend in the context of highly global automotive supply chains. FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO ACCESS A COPY OF THE WHITE PAPER.

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Overcoming Supply Chain Disruptions with Shanna Greathouse and Tony Nichols

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Overcoming Supply Chain Disruptions with Shanna Greathouse and Tony Nichols. Tony Nichols , Shanna Greathouse , and Joe Lynch discuss overcoming supply chain disruptions. Tony and Shanna work at CarrierDirect , a company that specializes in helping companies minimize supply chain risk. About Tony Nichols.

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[WHITE PAPER] Retail disruption and K-shaped recovery highlight importance of freight data

FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 30, 2021

The pandemic has sent the retail industry on a K-shaped trajectory — the final straw that has sent many retail chains into bankruptcy while also contributing to a surge in sales for many of the leading chains. FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO ACCESS A COPY OF THE WHITE PAPER. Deciding on the timing of freight bids.

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White paper: collaborative action supports circularity

Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2022

To help tackling both the climate crisis and other environmental challenges such as water use and waste generation, DHL has published the new white paper “Delivering on Circularity”, which takes a profound look at how circular economies can help with these challenges. Above all, circular consumer behaviour must be incentivised.

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Circular Supply Chains with Deborah Dull

The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2021

Circular Supply Chains with Deborah Dull. Deborah Dull and Joe Lynch discuss circular supply chains. Deborah is the founder of The Circular Supply Chain Network where supply chain practitioners and thought leaders connect to explore how supply chain can accelerate the transition to a circular economy.

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How to Use Data for Better Transportation Management White Paper In Partnership with FreightWaves

Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 6, 2023

Using Data for Better Transportation Management How to Use Data for Better Transportation Management The logistics industry has long been characterized by volatility and unpredictability. Additionally, even some of the most tech-savvy companies appear to be overlooking important supply chain data and metrics.

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[WHITE PAPER] Carrier asset utilization and allocation best practices to reduce operating costs

FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

The freight transportation industry has always been slow to adopt new advances in tools, software and automation. Not a lot has changed when it comes to fleet asset utilization within the supply chain. However, 2020 helped shed light on just how behind the industry is compared to others. Visualization capabilities.

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[WHITE PAPER] Mo’ inflation, mo’ problems for CPG companies

FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 14, 2021

Therefore, in the absence of hedging, CPG companies should utilize as much freight-related data as possible to mitigate freight costs more effectively and improve supply chain efficiency. Pages 5-8) Using freight rate data from loads moved under contracts to benchmark against industry peers and make adjustments accordingly.

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[WHITE PAPER REPORT] Revenue Growth At The Hand Of Improved Digital Supply Chains

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 3, 2016

In this blog, Kristen discusses how revenue growth is tied to digital supply chains. The Center for Global Enterprise releases new research suggesting revenue growth at the hand of improved digital supply chains. The paper presents evidence from 24 top executives running the world’s largest supply chains.

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[WHITE PAPER] SONAR SCI: use for daily load planning

FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 12, 2021

FreightWaves SONAR Supply Chain Intelligence (SCI) platform is designed to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of a shipper’s freight spend by: (1) Benchmarking shippers’ current or target rates to the market or industry peer group. FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE WHITE PAPER.

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REPOST: The True Cost of OTIF Failure with Andrew Lynch

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

OTIF is a key supply chain metric. Lynch and his team leverage data intelligence and strong industry relationships to help clients uncover transportation savings, build scalable supply chain strategies, and ace retailer compliance programs. The minimum OTIF percentage varies by industry. Andrew Lynch.

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[WHITE PAPER] How Effective Operations Management & Technology will Enhance Shipping in 2019

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Fill out the Form Below to Get a Free Copy of the White Paper to Your Inbox! Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “How Effective Operations Management & Technology will Enhance Shipping in 2019” white paper!

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[WHITE PAPER] Shippers pay more for packaging while paper and packaging companies face rising input and freight costs

FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 26, 2021

One year ago, we wrote a white paper in which we estimated that the top five paper and packaging companies in the U.S. Despite the revenue declines posted by the industry in 2020, we believe that industry freight spend is just as high as pre-pandemic levels due to growth in packaging demand and higher freight rates.

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Logistics automation and the vitality of data integrity in supply chain advancement

FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 7, 2021

Through data-driven transportation management , carriers can finally become more strategic and tactical, thriving through good and bad times. Achieving that goal hangs on a carrier’s ability to capture meaningful data. Autonomous processes are only as valuable as the data that powers algorithms and decision-making.

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Freight data can assist CPG companies in mitigating risks of freight cost inflation

FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 15, 2021

However, leveraging freight market data can mitigate freight spend and lead to a more efficient supply chain. The free white paper, Mo’ inflation, mo’ problems for CPG companies , shows how real-time data can enhance decision-making around the supply chain. Request a SONAR Demo.

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Retail enterprise suppliers’ best practices to use global trade data

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 11, 2021

Global trade data and shipping demand management are not just things that high-tech companies and international investors need to worry about. Global markets are at the heart of industries large and small and have become a key player in the transportation industry. Download the White Paper.

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Why is freight data a powerful weapon in the era of COVID-19?

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. A lack of raw materials and products from suppliers created supply chain disruptions. HOW MUCH DO PAPER AND PACKAGING COMPANIES SPEND ON TRANSPORTATION?

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Why near-real-time electronic freight tender trucking data is more reliable than waiting on submitted data

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 9, 2021

Data for data’s sake lacks value, especially in the view of the supply chain. And across the market, submitted data becomes rapidly outdated. And in some industries, outdated data can have disastrous consequences. For instance, take the value added by more accurate data in the health industry.

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The True Cost of OTIF Failure with Andrew Lynch

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 7, 2021

OTIF is a key supply chain metric. Lynch and his team leverage data intelligence and strong industry relationships to help clients uncover transportation savings, build scalable supply chain strategies, and ace retailer compliance programs. The minimum OTIF percentage varies by industry. Andrew Lynch.

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Are You Profitable with Your Transportation Strategy?

Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The Impact on Profitability Efficient transportation management directly influences profitability in several ways such as: Cost Control: Transportation costs can account for a significant portion of overall expenses, especially for businesses with extensive supply chains.

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Why data is critical to freight routing guide compliance

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 30, 2021

Establishing a practical freight routing guide helps outline essential rules of engagement for vendors, clients and supply chain managers. The guides outline the goals and the specific needs of individual carriers, load types, destinations and industry niches. Download the White Paper.

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What Is Supply Chain Predictive Analytics & Why Should Freight Pros Care

FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Some of the most cost-effective software and methods supply chain professionals and the best freight brokers can adopt are supply chain predictive analytics programs. While still relatively new to the supply chain, analytics implementations have skyrocketed in popularity since its birth a little over 10 years ago.

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Trade agreements and logistics data: why proactive planning always wins

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 25, 2021

Reaching mutually beneficial service level agreements (SLA) or trade agreements depends on the access and utilization of current logistics data and a decent amount of preparation. Far too often, there is a severe lack of real-time logistics data to work with during this process. Download the White Paper.

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Freight brokerage software: why brokers need SaaS freight tech with real-time data

FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

“What’s the best way to use data to beat your competition as a freight brokerage business?” Nevertheless, it all adds up to a greater demand for integrated systems and real-time data. Furthermore, real-time data and SaaS-based resources have additional value in the form of enabling management by exception.

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Decreasing deadheading in trucking: how carriers are turning to data to maximize assets

FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

And there remain significant problems within the industry. One of the biggest challenges facing the industry right now is deadheading. Fortunately, smart data utilization can help reduce deadheading occurrences and make the entire supply chain more profitable. Download the White Paper. Think about it.

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Near-real-time data-driven route optimization best practices

FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 8, 2021

Data represents an integral part of daily life for most people, and it is no different within the transportation industry. That insight into how freight logistics and optimization rely on data and understanding the full picture is critical to making the best improvements in supply chain route optimization too.

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7 ways technology augments effective procurement in the shipping industry

FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Load capacity limits play a crucial part in a supply chain network organization, logistics metrics management, and procurement in the shipping industry. Freight management parties need to understand why procurement falters without technology and how technology can boost sourcing across all industries.

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The benefits of supply chain business intelligence

FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

It is clear supply chain business intelligence is essential for success with freight load management. Be sure to consider the interdependencies of the global supply chain.” Let’s take a closer look at them and how they maximize supply chain efficiency and profitability. Download the White Paper.

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Data analytics for logistics drives reefer efficiency via a real-time forecast

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 16, 2021

During times of disruption and recovery, as seen now in the transportation industry, keeping up with the changing pace is essential. Data analytics for logistics can make all the difference in the world when it comes to reefer truckload service delivery efficiency. Download the White Paper. last year and $2.19

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

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 18, 2021

Nothing in life comes for free, especially in the transportation and shipping industry where predictive freight costs carry so much weight. And that helps to create entirely new ways of viewing the supply chain to proactively hedge risk. . On-demand access and shareability of essential data and information.

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Autonomous trucking logistics and the vitality of data integrity in supply chain advancement

FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 7, 2021

Through data-driven transportation management , carriers can finally become more strategic and tactical, thriving through the good and bad times. Achieving that goal hangs on a carrier’s ability to capture meaningful data. Autonomous processes are only as valuable as the data that powers algorithms and decision-making.

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What data is available to track intermodal freight shipping rates

FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 12, 2021

Today’s shipping and transportation industry has changed in several ways, even over just the last few years. One of the most popular tools that drives the supply chain to new heights is the process of intermodal freight shipping. Data access to see savings compared to truckload and other shipping methods.

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Logistics 5.0 Opportunity to Improve Resilience, Sustainability

Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2023

DANX Carousel Group’s thought leadership white paper, ‘Logistics 5.0: The report, which surveyed supply chain leaders, acknowledges the leap forward brought about by digital transformation from Logistics 4.0, There is no silver bullet for bringing your data perfectly together across companies and supply chain.”

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[INFOGRAPHIC] A Decade of the World’s Supply Chain Champions

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 1, 2018

The continuous development of technology means that the supply chain is constantly evolving as companies attempt to make their processes better. Vero Solutions has analyzed Gartner’s annual list of the best supply chains over the last decade to find out which companies and industries are leading the way.

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Data-Driven Transportation Management and Its Role in Driving Stronger Tech Stack ROI

FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Data-driven transportation management , including the checks and reviews that accompany healthy data management practices, are part of the process of getting the most out of the tech stack. This remains key to the overall success of investments within supply chain analysis. Things will go wrong. Think about it.

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LTL Freight Rates: Using data to improve annual contract negotiations

FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 13, 2021

With the proper use of data and freight analytics , contract procurement and securing capacity can be enhanced. The incredible insights that accurate data has to offer combats volatility and unearths a clear understanding of what’s actually happening in the market. Those are the founding principles behind SONAR SCI Lane Acuity.

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Supply Chain Cybersecurity: Supply Chain Contractors Need to Improve Cybersecurity Risk

GlobalTranz

APRIL 9, 2018

But if you perform work as part of a supply chain, you know that the stakes are especially high. Given that you’re part of a network of providers, vendors, transporters and managers, the impact of just one weak link in the supply chain cybersecurity “chain of custody” can be significant. Download white paper.

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Manufacturing Supply Chain Constraints and How to Overcome Them

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 18, 2021

Managing the manufacturing supply chain and freight markets of today requires skills, tools, applications and services that have never been utilized in the past. Supply chain constraints are impossible to avoid, but they can be planned for to reduce their impact. It is what sets manufacturing supply chain companies apart.

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[WHITE PAPER] Freight Brokerage Toolkit to Effectively Use Freight Data for Desired Outcomes

BotsAndUs releases “seminal” white paper

Trending Sources

[WHITE PAPER] Leveraging freight market data to lower automotive manufacturers freight spend

[WHITE PAPER] Peak Season Forecast: Another truckload capacity crunch

[WHITE PAPER] Another rough year for shippers to manage bid process and carrier networks

[WHITE PAPER] Auto manufacturers can use real-time freight data to better manage freight spend

[WHITE PAPER] Data in the fast lane – managing automotive logistics amid component shortages

Overcoming Supply Chain Disruptions with Shanna Greathouse and Tony Nichols

[WHITE PAPER] Retail disruption and K-shaped recovery highlight importance of freight data

White paper: collaborative action supports circularity

Circular Supply Chains with Deborah Dull

How to Use Data for Better Transportation Management White Paper In Partnership with FreightWaves

[WHITE PAPER] Carrier asset utilization and allocation best practices to reduce operating costs

[WHITE PAPER] Mo’ inflation, mo’ problems for CPG companies

[WHITE PAPER REPORT] Revenue Growth At The Hand Of Improved Digital Supply Chains

[WHITE PAPER] SONAR SCI: use for daily load planning

REPOST: The True Cost of OTIF Failure with Andrew Lynch

[WHITE PAPER] How Effective Operations Management & Technology will Enhance Shipping in 2019

[WHITE PAPER] Shippers pay more for packaging while paper and packaging companies face rising input and freight costs

Logistics automation and the vitality of data integrity in supply chain advancement

Freight data can assist CPG companies in mitigating risks of freight cost inflation

Retail enterprise suppliers’ best practices to use global trade data

Why is freight data a powerful weapon in the era of COVID-19?

Why near-real-time electronic freight tender trucking data is more reliable than waiting on submitted data

The True Cost of OTIF Failure with Andrew Lynch

Are You Profitable with Your Transportation Strategy?

Why data is critical to freight routing guide compliance

What Is Supply Chain Predictive Analytics & Why Should Freight Pros Care

Trade agreements and logistics data: why proactive planning always wins

Freight brokerage software: why brokers need SaaS freight tech with real-time data

Decreasing deadheading in trucking: how carriers are turning to data to maximize assets

Near-real-time data-driven route optimization best practices

7 ways technology augments effective procurement in the shipping industry

The benefits of supply chain business intelligence

Data analytics for logistics drives reefer efficiency via a real-time forecast

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

Autonomous trucking logistics and the vitality of data integrity in supply chain advancement

What data is available to track intermodal freight shipping rates

Logistics 5.0 Opportunity to Improve Resilience, Sustainability

[INFOGRAPHIC] A Decade of the World’s Supply Chain Champions

Data-Driven Transportation Management and Its Role in Driving Stronger Tech Stack ROI

LTL Freight Rates: Using data to improve annual contract negotiations

Supply Chain Cybersecurity: Supply Chain Contractors Need to Improve Cybersecurity Risk

Manufacturing Supply Chain Constraints and How to Overcome Them

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