The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution. Original Article: 10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution. Every industry has dealt with the fallout or repercussions caused by COVID-19 -related disruptions to the supply chain.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2022

Andy is the Founder and CEO of Bahr Transportation , a FTL brokerage, focused primarily on serving the food & beverage industry, in the USA & Canada. Andy Bahr is the Founder and President of Bahr Transportation , a FTL brokerage focused primarily on serving the food & beverage industry, in refrigerated freight.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

In this post, we’ll do a deep dive into less-than-truckload (LTL) industry trends to watch for 2022, and highlight actions that shippers should consider to guide their strategy throughout the year. LTL Industry Macro Trends. Three Factors Shaping the LTL Industry. Consolidation. Communicate expectations. Use expedited service.

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Dedola Global Logistics

AUGUST 15, 2022

These issues can worsen ocean freight, as shipping vessels have long transit times and are vulnerable to delays. However, working with an international freight forwarder can minimize disruptions to your business. A forwarder can act on the exporter’s or importer’s behalf to move freight across international waters.

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CLX Logistics

JUNE 27, 2023

In the realm of rail freight transportation, businesses often encounter a myriad of challenges when dealing with railroads. By comprehensively analyzing your rail network, we aim to showcase the industry-leading processes, expertise, and commitment to customer satisfaction that you should expect from such providers.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Currently, we are seeing interest rates above seven percent , and the future freight market is not clear. As a Freight Agent, what should you be doing in this uncertain freight market? As a Freight Agent, this is where you can come in as a valuable resource for your shipper and carrier relationships.

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Dedola Global Logistics

MAY 21, 2021

In most cases, air freight is the most expensive shipping method. Shipping cargo via air freight can be the best option if speed to market is your highest priority. No matter why you choose to ship by air, there are several critical considerations before committing to air freight shipments. Volume Weight vs. Actual Weight.

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Dedola Global Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2022

Air freight forwarding emerges as a key player in this scenario, offering speed and reliability that can significantly impact business operations. However, it’s important to choose the right service provider, as not all freight forwarders are created equal.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JULY 17, 2023

Ocean Freight Forwarding and Services: Ocean freight forwarding involves transporting freight via cargo ships to a predetermined destination. The automotive industry contributes just under $307 billion. Incomplete or falsified documents can result in delays and additional fees.

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ShipLilly

AUGUST 24, 2021

The complexity of shipping schedules means that there is an increasing number of businesses that are reliant on the freight forwarding sector. It is beneficial to use freight forwarders in certain circumstances. They can have a positive effect on your business model through their expertise and links within the shipping industry.

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GoShip Blog

MARCH 21, 2023

Freight is one of the most critical parts of a product-based industry. Materials, machinery, and other physical goods are all delivered through freight services, whether it is in-house or through third-party logistics. This is why your inbound freight management must be smooth and foolproof. What is Inbound Freight?

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Managers of freight carrier networks and supply chains have a lot to keep tabs on with day-to-day operations in the supply chain ecosystem. Knowing how to set up such a freight carrier network can give supply chains a significant advantage over competitors. The Problems Poor Freight Carrier Network Design and Implementation Can Cause.

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FW Logsitcs

MAY 7, 2021

FW Logistics eliminates the stress of finding the right freight broker. We help our clients by providing our dependable transportation services to ship their products and valuable freight through reputable, reliable, and affordable freight carriers. What’s the Difference Between a Freight Broker and Freight Forwarder ? .

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Fleet Owner

APRIL 5, 2018

Last week I presented our Run on Less findings to the government industry meeting of the 21st Century Truck Partnership. I first worked with this group back in 2007, when I represented Navistar and helped construct some of the early documentation th

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 19, 2020

Mitch Violett is a Principal Product Manager at Convoy focused on building products to increase the efficiency of delivering freight and improve the experience for everyone involved. Mitch has an MBA from the University of Washington and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Montana State University.

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GoShip Blog

JUNE 16, 2020

For individual shippers and small businesses, freight shipping terms can be confusing. If you are shipping freight, there are a few key terms you should know. Being aware of the correct meaning of these freight shipping terms will help you navigate the industry and avoid shipping mistakes. . Freight class.

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FW Logsitcs

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Overseas freight shipping enables you to access thousands of potential customers, which, in return, significantly expands your company’s revenue potential. Simply put, shipping overseas freight is the process of importing and exporting goods between different countries via ocean or air. Collect Information. Track Progress.

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Dedola Global Logistics

MAY 21, 2021

In most cases, air freight is the most expensive shipping method. Shipping cargo via air freight can be the best option if speed to market is your highest priority. No matter why you choose to ship by air, there are several critical considerations before committing to air freight shipments.

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Trinity Logistics

MAY 9, 2022

Which has better shipping freight rates? CONTRACT RATE PROS/CONS SPOT MARKET PROS/CONS HOW TO GET YOUR BEST SHIPPING FREIGHT RATE ON THE CONTRACT MARKET HOW TO GET YOUR BEST SHIPPING FREIGHT RATE ON THE SPOT MARKET WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A CONTRACT IS BROKEN? Spot freight rates are short-term transactional quotes for moving freight.

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20Cube Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2022

The e-commerce industry has exploded and continues to grow each year. Another high demand for the industry is returns. These demands bring the need for changes in e-commerce freight forwarding, such as: Ability to process more inventory. It’s odd to imagine that only three years ago most people made purchases in store.

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RPA Labs

AUGUST 28, 2020

With the rise of competition and market pressure, it is becoming more difficult to meet the profit margins needed to grow in the freight forwarding industry. Here are our top seven automations we think every Freight Forwarder should implement in their workflows. Document Automation. Commit less mistakes.

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RPA Labs

OCTOBER 12, 2020

According to customer data shared by RPA Labs , Freight Forwarders spend 113 minutes on average processing shipments, and that’s not even including time spent drafting emails to clients, waiting for responses, or digging up documents that have been misfiled or lost. Customers clearance document checking – 10 minutes.

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TransAudit

MAY 31, 2022

Freight audit services are critical and paramount for any business that ships products. And if your business operates within a moderate to complex supply chain network, the accuracy of your freight audit and payment process can directly impact your costs. . Overview of In-House Freight Audit Services. Manually Auditing Freight.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 19, 2021

To conduct an optimization for your ocean freight process: 1. Look for the best way to ship your goods in the most-economical way while still meeting customer satisfaction. You may find some of shipments can be sent by expedited air freight or over-the-road shipments by ocean instead. Use an Automated Bid Management Solution.

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RPA Labs

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Robotic process automation in logistics uses these resources to enable freight forwarders to face the top challenges of their industry. This includes any robotics process automation (RPA) freight forwarders use to quote, book, and repeat. ?2. Additionally, this can be helpful when linked with freight track and trace.

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Morai Logistics

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Experts believe that through digital freight matching, transportation supply chains can open a new way of driving efficiency and visibility. Last year, Morai Logistics discussed the Uberization of supply chains, and touched on the impact of autonomous freight. Digital Freight Matching. Leading Freight-Matching Apps.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

As an industry leader in 3PL solutions, including managed services, GlobalTranz is proud and honored to secure a spot in the 2022 FreightWaves FreightTech 100 , marking the fourth consecutive year of inclusion. Create, track and share shipment documents, boosting visibility along the way. What Are the FreightTech 100 Awards?

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 27, 2015

As the world becomes hyperconnected , the demand for rapid response for concealed freight damage, general freight damage or missing items from shipments has changed. On April 18, 2015, the National Motor Freight Traffic Assocation® has amended the NMFC rules regarding the required time frames for reporting concealed freight damage.

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CLX Logistics

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Every business needs to understand standards and best practices regardless of the industry. Follow these industry dos and don’ts to take full advantage of these benefits and avoid issues on the road, in the sea, or the air. Addressing capacity management issues for all freight flows.

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Dedola Global Logistics

AUGUST 3, 2017

Why Your Freight Forwarder Should Be C-TPAT Certified. The CBP plays a major role in the trade industry, enforcing the rules and regulations for international trade into the U.S. The Criteria a Certified Freight Forwarder Must Meet. Since its inception in 2001, 10,000 companies have become C-TPAT certified.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 9, 2023

Rail-Flow, the leading platform provider for rail freight and intermodal transport, has attracted new investors to expand its business activities. Rail-Flow founders Dominik Fürste and Osman Akdemir want to shift freight transports from road to rail and digitalise rail freight transport.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

The North American trucking industry is extremely fragmented, as over 90 percent of all fleets own six trucks or fewer. This fragmentation, aside from inhibiting technology incursion, has impeded visibility and transparency in freight movement. The adoption of digitalization within the trucking industry has spiked in recent years.

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Dedola Global Logistics

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

and we started to lockdown, we were able to help both our clients and prospects meet the increased demand. For instance, we know the proper packaging and internal documentation PPE shipments must-have. We make sure your cargo clears load port customs, avoiding dead freight charges –which can exceed $50,000. We deliver.

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Freightos

JANUARY 8, 2019

As we enter a new year, it’s a great time to look back at how far we’ve come as an industry, set our next goalposts, and map out where we should be as an industry by 2020. The journey to digitize freight, while initially off to a slow start, has gained momentum in the last two or three years. Online freight booking.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

The new virtual exhibition for the logistics and materials handling industry will be February 22nd – 25th. This new digital show provides a platform for interaction between logistics, IT, transport and supply chain services, warehousing and materials handling manufacturing industries. Contract Logistics & Freight Management.

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Now, That's Logistics

JUNE 5, 2023

As a trusted global logistics provider, DB SCHENKER is committed to putting its customers first by providing excellent service and working hard to meet the needs of those customers. The guidelines cover inventory management, transportation and documentation.

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Forto

APRIL 25, 2020

More specifically, we have moved beyond offering just freight forwarding services. Today, we develop data-driven technology solutions and services for the entire logistics industry, empowering customers to own their supply chain. Beyond sea freight transportation. A name change seemed only appropriate to reflect this growth.

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