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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. However, they have taken a backseat in modernity as carriers realized shippers were wasting space in packaging.

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Transportation cost analysis: Going beyond benchmarking for improved carrier pricing

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Ongoing wasted resources. True transportation cost analysis goes well beyond benchmarking to analyze, monitor and forecast trends that can be used to the shipper’s advantage. A trend that continues among shippers nationwide is better monitoring and utilization of analysis within the supply chain. Request a SONAR Demo.

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How Freight Management Analytics Simplify Logistics

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And as with all things freight, less waste in deployment amounts to less waste in use. Of course, that builds on staying atop marketing trends, which inevitably enrich profits and tender execution. Request a SONAR Demo. Such analytics services reduce the amount of rework, crucial to maintaining a competitive edge.

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Why truckload freight quotes using automation are more accurate

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Along every step of the shipping process, there can be wasted resources and misused time. It can quickly accumulate into hours of wasted time. By knowing current shipping expenses, trends and competitor rates, managers can better select and organize freight loads. Request a SONAR Demo. Most lucrative loads.

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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.” Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo.

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

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Freight technology advancements, such as carrier-managed scheduling and seeing total market activity for a given area, will reduce waste by ensuring truckers spend less time loading and unloading trucks. Decreasing time wasted while idling and waiting will significantly boost productivity and profits; it amounts to more paid drive time.

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Navigating logistics routing guide volatility: Using technology to increase compliance

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Wasted time and resources due to missteps. Remaining up to date on trends, innovations, technology and advancements. Learn more about how data can be your ally in routing guide compliance by requesting a FreightWaves SONAR SCI demo or clicking the button below today. Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo.