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. That scales nicely when put in the context of multibillion dollar retail chains as we illustrate in this report. .

White Paper 52

White Paper Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Negotiating Skills 52

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.

White Paper 52

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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.

White Paper 52

White Paper Negotiating Skills Packaging Cost Reduction 52

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. Download the White Paper.

Manufacturing Procurement 91

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains 91

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.

Supply Chain Planning Software 95

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Logistics Network Optimization Software 95

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.

Supply Chain Design Software 98

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 98

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.

Supply Chain Software 59

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Resource Reduction Expense Reduction 59

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.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills White Paper Data Freight 52

FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 22, 2021

Inflation has a larger impact for the CPG industry compared to other industries given the reliance on numerous commodities (like corn and soybeans) that have seen prices increase dramatically over the past year. FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE WHITE PAPER. Request a SONAR Demo.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills White Paper Freight Demo 52

FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 7, 2021

Why logistics automation alone does little for supply chain advancement Market conditions and demand drive carrier profitability. Download the White Paper. Carriers must collect, analyze and proactively apply data, which “is critical,” says Supply Chain Brain. Request a SONAR Demo.

Supply Chain Software 98

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Automation 98

FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 7, 2020

“Key performance indicators can make or break supply chain operations, and it seems as though there are more to choose from every day,” says Morgan Forde of Supply Chain Dive. That is the crux of digital tech in supply chain intelligence. Successful supply chain management begins with prioritization.

Industry 64

Industry Supply Chain Software White Paper Demo 64

FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 28, 2021

Last year, FreightWaves estimated that the top five paper and packaging companies in the U.S. Despite revenue declines across the industry in 2020, we estimate that freight spend was as high as pre-pandemic levels due to growth in packaging demand and elevated freight rates. FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE WHITE PAPER.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Packaging White Paper Freight 52

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. . Download the White Paper.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Data 98

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 11, 2021

Global markets are at the heart of industries large and small and have become a key player in the transportation industry. This focus makes proper use of global trade data and analytics so vital for continued recovery and growth throughout the supply chain network. Download the White Paper.

Data 98

Data Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Expense Reduction 98

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 25, 2021

Challenges in Managing Service Level Agreements Without Data Within the modern supply chain, SLAs are the contracts that lay out the terms and specifics of a partnership and shipping agreement. Download the White Paper. And that’s especially true when considering new carriers or using other modes of transportation.

Scenario Planning 98

Scenario Planning Data Logistics Network Optimization Software Demo 98

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. Request a SONAR Demo.

Compliance 98

Compliance Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Data 98

FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 7, 2021

Why autonomous logistics alone does little for supply chain advancement Market conditions and demand drive carrier profitability. Download the White Paper. Carriers must collect, analyze and proactively apply data, which “is critical,” says Supply Chain Brain. Request a SONAR Demo.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chains 52

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.

Optimization Software 98

Optimization Software Optimization Data Supply Chain Planning Software 98

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 9, 2021

Data for data’s sake lacks value, especially in the view of the supply chain. And in some industries, outdated data can have disastrous consequences. For instance, take the value added by more accurate data in the health industry. Proactive supply chain management is just that – proactive.

Data 98

Data Reliability Supply Chain Planning Software Trucking 98

FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 22, 2020

According to Business Wire , “Supply chain analytics holds the key to mitigate a number of businesses complexities. It has the potential to enhance the end-to-end performance of the supply chain in terms of financial, operational, as well as managerial aspects.” Download the White Paper.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 105

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 105

FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Creating quotes the old-fashioned way opens supply chains to several problems that can affect bottom-line profits and customer satisfaction. Since the industry is heading towards near-full automation and digital transformation , automated freight quotes will naturally lend themselves to improved back-office management.

Supply Chain Software 105

Supply Chain Software Automation Supply Chain Planning Software Freight 105

FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 21, 2021

These changing ripples can travel throughout a supply chain network and impact freight brokers , carriers and managers. According to Forbes , “in the Business Continuity Institute’s 2017 report on global supply chain resilience, 69% of respondents said they do not have full visibility of their supply chains.

Supply Chain Planning Software 97

Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction Price Reduction 97

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.

Waste Reduction 98

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Shipchain

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

We put out the second video in our series focusing on the mobile app, released a new industry white paper, recorded and released our fourth webinar, won first place in the Ventana Research Digital Innovation Awards, and last but certainly not least, launched Mainnet! CEO John Monarch Featured on Supply Chain Insights Podcast.

White Paper 62

White Paper Supply Chain Software Video Logistics Network Optimization Software 62

FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

The effects of the disruptions over the past year have likely forever changed the industry, requiring shippers to scale and evolve operations radically seemingly overnight. Download the White Paper. With all the pressure for more and faster service among shippers, dropshipping has seen a renewed focus within the industry.

Sourcing Strategies 98

Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 98

FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 5, 2021

According to Supply Chain Brief , “In such an environment, no one can truly predict what is going to happen. And demands for 2021 already reveal strife in procurement in the shipping industry and visibility through all operations, including carrier troubles. Download the White Paper. The short answer?

Trends 106

Trends Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software 106

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?

Data 52

Data Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Vendor Strategies 52

FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

By using strong management and analysis processes, supply chains can maximize value and stay competitive. A clear vision for how the market and the fleet can work in unison is at the heart of fleet management within the trucking industry. Supply chains exist as data-driven entities. Download the White Paper.

Supply Chain Software 98

Supply Chain Software Trucking Expense Reduction Resource Reduction 98

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 23, 2021

Companies in the over-the-road trucking industry constantly strive to boost efficiency. With so many factors to consider, businesses in this industry may find it challenging to narrow down exactly where they should focus their time and money. Download the White Paper. Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo.

Resource Reduction 98

Resource Reduction Efficiency Cost Reduction Freight 98

FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 28, 2021

Enterprise shippers are looking for ways to capture and analyze more data Making the most of available technology has always been critical for fine-tuning a supply chain. Data will ensure smooth operations and successful executions at every point along the supply chain. Download the White Paper.

Waste Reduction 106

Waste Reduction Resource Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction 106

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 4, 2021

Yes, the need for shipping demand analytics is not new and was echoed in 2013 by Industry Week , “Relying on traditional supply chain execution systems is becoming increasingly more difficult, with a mix of global operating systems, pricing pressures and ever-increasing customer expectations. Download the White Paper.

Price Reduction 97

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Waste Reduction 97

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. Download the White Paper. Request a SONAR Demo.

Availability 98

Availability Data Supply Chain Planning Software Freight 98

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 2, 2021

Without a clear picture of what money is coming in and going out of the supply chain, common challenges and disruptions can have an even greater impact. Together, these challenges demonstrate why transportation cost analysis is critical to keeping the supply chain operational and functioning at a profitable and scalable level.

Analysis 98

Analysis Price Reduction Cost Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 98

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 15, 2021

Outlook and predictive planning are a big part of successful supply chain operations. According to Supply Chain 24/7 , “ In the industry right now, there are 10 orders to ship for every available truck; however, a large portion of private fleets are running their assets with a significant amount of empty backhaul miles.

Optimal Sourcing 72

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Negotiating Skills Data 72

FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 13, 2021

This is also the basis for what everyone seeks – data-driven information that helps solve disruptions in the supply chain, resulting in the best-informed decisions possible in regard to less-than-truckload (LTL) freight rates and tight truckload capacity. Download the White Paper. Request a SONAR Demo.

Negotiating Skills 97

Negotiating Skills Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Data 97

FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Smart and practical trucking data is critical for the modern supply chain network. Knowing carrier variability and what specific services they provide will improve truckload services and make it easier to utilize assets throughout the supply chain. . Download the White Paper.

Price Reduction 75

Price Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Waste Reduction Cost Reduction 75

FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 3, 2020

How does your company define success in the supply chain? Collaborative analytics help the supply chain work together. But modern supply chains are super-complex. Transportation only provides a partial picture of an industry. Things go wrong in supply chains. Download the White Paper.

Supply Chain Planning Software 76

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 76