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Managing the Realities of the “New Normal” LTL Shipping Environment

Blue Grace Logistics

Rising online purchases over the past few years have increased the need for LTL. Transportation rates have been rising over the last couple of years due to factors like the driver shortage, lack of equipment, a capacity crunch, and rising fuel costs. More than 67% of those surveyed experienced LTL cost increases of 5-14%.

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The 3 top benefits of trucking fleets benchmarking financial and operational performance

FreightWaves SONAR

As reported by DC Velocity , “the 2020 Fleet Advantage Industry Benchmark Survey noted, “11% of transportation fleets estimate they have saved more than $1 million in crash avoidance by upgrading to newer trucks with advanced safety features.” Financial insight feeds into equipment purchasing decisions. Request a SONAR Demo.

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Embracing Strategic Digitalization to Stay Ahead of Tech Obsolescence

Locus

If we consider the average cost of a new car in the United States was approximately $40,000 in 2021, this increase is equivalent to almost 4 billion new cars. Whether a budding startup or a well-established enterprise, adapting to technological shifts has become non-negotiable. billion in 2021, and is expected to reach $288.87

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Revenge Festivities: How To Power Up Your Retail Last-Mile Fulfillment To Meet Soaring Demand

Locus

According to McKinsey’s latest consumer pulse survey, Spending in March 2020 was down by 18% as compared to two years later. To provide consumer experiences for your online shoppers after they make their purchases, click here. Schedule Demo. Sources: [link] [link] [link] [link] [link] [link]. Talk to Our Experts.

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In Focus: 5 Factors To Consider On The “Build Vs Buy” Decision on Last-Mile Software Solution

Locus

A consumer survey showed that 55% of consumers will switch their retail brands if they find their delivery times are too slow. It also showed that 80% of consumers are willing to pay higher prices for same-day deliveries. Holistically consider the costs. We spread that maintenance cost across hundreds of customers.

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What Lessons a Table Fable Teaches About Supply Chain Orchestration

Logistics Viewpoints

Even if this retailer had used AI to forecast my purchase, AI that creates a perfect plan but fails to execute it only results in a highly-efficient silo, as Northeastern University professor Nada Sanders says. Orchestration built on legacy, disconnected systems may keep costs down but will not delight customers and grow top line revenue.

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What Is An Exception In E-Commerce Delivery?

Locus

A survey predicts that e-commerce sales in India will hit the $100 billion mark for the first time in 2023. When delivery exceptions increase, it eats up your operational costs and hurts your bottom line. As a result, it increases your warehouse storage and delivery logistics costs. High Costs & Wastefulness.