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TPM ‘23 – An industry moving forward

Freightos

But with inventories still high, volumes low and carriers – in the bumpy “period of instability” ahead of alliance shake ups – with cash reserves to support a push for market share, carrier decisions (based on shifting strategies ) to keep more capacity active this time around has a logic too. What just happened???

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Manufacturing Plant Site Selection: Where to Locate Your Manufacturing Plant

GlobalTranz

Editor’s Note: This article comes from Steve Wright who works for Whirlwind Steel and shares his knowledge on manufacturing plant site selection. download ebook. Local geography includes the topology and drainage as well as soil conditions, all of which impact the cost of construction in one way or another.

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7 Best Podcasts for Cleaning Business Entrepreneurs

WorkWave

You can ask her about anything from business best practices to industry jargon to tips and tricks to improve your cleaning skills, and she will respond on her YouTube channel or her website. If you’d prefer to have “Ask A Housecleaner” advice on-hand, there is a free ebook available to download. Cleaning Business Success. Rich Cleaner.

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Bridging Two Realms: The Digital-Analog Dance in Logistics

Freightos

More Resources Home Bridging Two Realms: The Digital-Analog Dance in Logistics Ian Arroyo Unbox your Freight knowledge. eBooking: Harmonizing Static and Real-time Systems What it means: Global freight rates may be going digital but the vast majority of shipments that are booked still depend on negotiated contract rates.

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Capacity Crisis: Four Mistakes Shippers Make Regarding Density-Based Freight

GlobalTranz

As carriers get smarter about how to price freight, more and more items are moving away from the standard NMFC system and being designated as density-based freight. Download eBook. Canadian-based companies will already be accustomed to this as they do not utilize the NMFC system and all products are priced based on their density.

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7 Key Supply Chain Leaders’ Skills and Why You Need Them

Logistics Bureau

What are the essential skills you need to possess or develop if you want to become one of tomorrow’s supply chain leaders? In any case, an excellent place to start is by knowing what the most vital supply chain leaders’ skills are and, of course, why you need them. Information Technology and Automation Knowledge.

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TPM24: Key Takeaways on Geopolitics, Technology and Other Drivers of Ocean Freight in 2024

Freightos

It’s a challenge because it can be addressed by diverting away from the Suez Canal and utilizing more vessels sailing at faster speeds to effectively keep containers moving, even if these will mean longer lead times and higher costs while diversions persist. You can read the report and see our short webinar on the topic here.