Parade

JANUARY 7, 2022

Now, in the Source search, customers will be able to see out-of-network carriers that may have capacity to cover their loads. From there, it’s up to brokerages to decide how to approach potential carriers. Reach out to our team to set up a demo. They just want to get the load out the door and move on to the next one.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Even the most robust in-house strategies can turn to the value of logistics automation within analytics, such as the insights found in Lane Signal, to further refine their operations. Enterprise shippers need a proactive strategy to secure capacity One of the biggest challenges that shippers face remains to secure capacity.

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EazyStock

APRIL 13, 2022

What is a supply chain strategy? A supply chain strategy explains how a company will bring goods into the business and get them out to customers as effectively as possible. Supply chain strategies have come into the spotlight as volatile demand and complicated global markets have made supply chains more complex.

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Parade

JANUARY 3, 2022

Source Search Parade’s Source Search function allows brokerages to filter carriers in several different ways. It also allows them to know when they’re leaving money on the table and provides insight into how to correct the problem. Today we're sharing 3 features to help you maximize the benefits of Parade's capacity management.

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Parade

JANUARY 3, 2022

Source Search Parade’s Source Search function allows brokerages to filter carriers in several different ways. It also allows them to know when they’re leaving money on the table and provides insight into how to correct the problem. Today we're sharing 3 features to help you maximize the benefits of Parade's capacity management.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 5, 2021

In a recession market, there is pressure to operate efficiently and maximizing asset utilization. . Unlike other tools in the market, the Lane Signal considers an abundance of data from multiple sources, not just dirty data that flows through one system like other industry tools. Request a SONAR Demo. This will be key in 2021.

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Ship Monk

JULY 27, 2022

Keep reading to learn what demand forecasting is, why you need it, and how to implement it into your eCommerce strategy! No matter what data sources and forecasting techniques you end up using, knowing the answers to some key questions is the very first step to gauging your individual needs. What is Demand Forecasting?

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 3, 2022

How to Choose a Logistics Service Provider. Here are some resources that could aid in making that transition a little smoother: 3 Strategies for Migrating Inventory to a New 3PL Is There Ever a Good Time for eCommerce Brands to Switch 3PLs? Sounds like a dream come true, right? Are any of the above benefits tickling your fancy?

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Ship Monk

DECEMBER 15, 2023

What We Learned So Far With the numbers in, we gathered findings from multiple sources to suss out the shiniest nuggets of wisdom. Mature ecommerce businesses use every source of data they can get their hands on, from shopping platform analytics to inventory and fulfillment platforms. Interest rates have not been this high since 2007.

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Log-hub

DECEMBER 8, 2023

To jump straight to the point, some basic strategies for handling rising transportation costs, which we’ll cover in this Playbook, are related to optimal network design and route optimization. So let’s dive in, and figure out how to do it with Log-hub’s solutions. Vehicle initiation costs have increased by 50% in year 2023.

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Locus

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Middle-mile logistics, despite its critical role, is riddled with challenges that not only hinder its own efficiency but also cast a shadow on the crucial last-mile deliveries. It impacts fuel efficiency, operational costs, on-time deliveries, and the quality and value of perishable goods.

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Locus

DECEMBER 15, 2022

How to respond to delivery exceptions? It is how a brand responds to it that determines, if delivery exceptions are countered successfully. By generating insights on last-mile inefficiencies, real-time visibility helps you rightsize your fleet, and plan a long-term strategy for saving your delivery costs. Schedule a Demo.

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Locus

OCTOBER 16, 2022

Last-mile reverse logistics is the process of moving goods from the final destination (customers) to their source (fulfillment center or warehouse). How to ace last-mile reverse logistics? Adding return stops to the delivery route on a single tour can increase drop density, route efficiency, and profitability.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 25, 2021

Routing guides are a universal source of carrier freight tendering and action. Regardless, identifying stable versus volatile zones will go a long way in lowering overall transportation spend , boosting efficiency, and helping shippers stay both strategic and tactical in execution. Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo.

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EazyStock

MARCH 17, 2021

In this piece, we’ll take a look at some of the top types of supply chain disruptions, the impacts that they have on your supply chain, how to mitigate whatever risk you can and finally how you can handle supply chain disruptions once they occur and come out on top. Types of Supply Chain Disruptions. Emergency Backup Plan.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 19, 2021

Part of that risk plays into how successful shippers or carriers will be with keeping their overhead expenses under control and maximizing efficiency. Broad market assumptions are great for broad strategies, but as everyone knows, the supply chain is rarely that simple. Request a SONAR Demo. Think about it.

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Turvo

JUNE 16, 2020

Shippers want a few things—namely better service, lower rates, and more efficient logistics. Let’s talk further about how 3PLs can create a more proactive and responsive approach to their shipper customers. These words carry added merit in the post-COVID-19 world. Second, companies will likely reassess their make-versus-buy options.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

MHS, a single-source provider of material handling automation and software solutions, announces a new multi-part online experience scheduled to run October through November. The MHS Insider Series includes: • Thursday, October 8 – Parcels, how to handle the growing volumes and variety?

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Conger

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Sign the Paperwork and Forklift Delivery Once you have tested the forklift and feel it passes your demo requirements, your next stop is signing the paperwork. Spending a little more upfront cost can be an investment, especially if your operations can become more efficient and productive over time. Just like you’d buy a car.

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