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Fixed-Price Ocean Contracts are Dying a Slow, Painful Death…

Freightos

The pivot towards index-linked contracts and Forward Freight Agreements (FFAs) is not merely a trend but a strategic recalibration towards agility and resilience. Traditional fixed-price contracts, once the bedrock of stability, are yielding to the pressures of market dynamism, unable to keep up with the factors impacting the markets.

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7 ways freight tech reduces operations costs and improves profits for carriers

FreightWaves SONAR

And if wait times do grow too long, carriers can turn to freight data to show general trends and bill detention charges accordingly. After all, trends, lane shifts, throughput and transparency data can now be used to make more hauls and avoid unexpected costs or delays. . Request a SONAR Demo.

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How Freight Forwarders Could Apply RPA to Reduce Global Booking Confusion

RPA Labs

Greater data access: A single chatbot or logistics monitoring robot can generate a wealth of valuable information and data. Access to accurate, real-time data allows managers and directors to see trends easily and monitor critical KPIs. Streamline Global Logistics With the Right RPA Solution.

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Advantages of Oracle’s new blockchain apps explained in exclusive interview

247 Customs Broker

Dedicated to helping businesses leverage Cloud for their innovation and growth, the conference delivers deep insight into industry trends and breakthroughs driven by technology. Patrick is a widely-published writer and editor who has spent most of his career covering international trade, global logistics, and supply chain management.