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

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Pages 2-4) For example, SONAR data show that the freight market for inbound Detroit loads is highly volatile based on auto production trends – inbound Detroit loads should be less expensive when OEMs are sourcing a lot of components as assembly volumes ramp up. FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO ACCESS A COPY OF THE WHITE PAPER.

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How LTL shipping rates work and how to track trends developing in long-term pricing agreements

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Many LTL industry trends, including capacity limitations, increasing accessorials, surcharge rates, changes in market trends and buying patterns, are almost certain to continue through 2021 and for some time to come. In this example, the shipping rate would be based on the DIM pricing weight of eight pounds.

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

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Take this example reported by Richard Davis in Supply & Demand Chain Executive , “It’s 7:00 p.m., While that’s an example of a particular warehouse, it has a natural implication for carriers. Download the White Paper. Consider the following example. Request a SONAR Demo. Here’s the kicker.

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

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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.” Download the White Paper. Request a SONAR Demo.

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Truck fleet management: How are my trucks performing in the market?

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Download the White Paper. As an example, explains Trade Gecko , fleet managers should “choose a 3PL that can handle your current volume, but that also will be ready to handle your volume if you suddenly add a bunch of new stock, increase your stock volumes, or have a great spike in sales. Request a SONAR Demo.

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Which is better for fleet assets? Contract or spot freight?

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Download the White Paper. For example, a few ways to apply FreightWaves SONAR data to enhance RFP processes for contract freight and still leverage spot market moves include: Ability to tailor shipping freight rates to meet the unique conditions of all 135 freight markets. . Request a SONAR Demo. What are you waiting for?

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Making your carrier sales team as powerful as your customer sales team

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In our recent white paper , we discussed the growing importance of carrier utilization. As an example for these negotiating capabilities, let’s take a look at the following lane, Los Angeles, CA to Dallas, TX. Here are three examples for how to use this product in real-time. Request a SONAR Demo.