Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Tis the season to be jolly – unless you are overwhelmed with the many tasks traditionally associated with the annual freight Request for Proposal ( RFP ) season. However, the reality is that contracted freight is actually a promise – not a binding agreement. Flexibility to schedule rate bid events based on business needs.

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Conger

JULY 28, 2022

Plenty of examples of warehousing. Lower freight costs since these warehouses often negotiate favorable rates with freight companies based on their volume of clients and order throughput. Perhaps the most prominent fulfillment center example is Amazon’s fulfillment centers. Their pros and cons. Let's dive in!

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Expedited Freight Questions Answered Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 10, 2023 Whether your organization uses expedited freight shipping every day or occasionally, it pays to understand how to use these services as effectively as possible.

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Trinity Logistics

APRIL 20, 2023

Proper carrier selection may be one of the most important tasks for Freight Agents to keep their business safe. It still boggles my mind to think that a shipper, whom I have never met, will entrust thousands of dollars in THEIR freight to a company that will then send a driver, whom they may have never met, to haul it away.

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CH Robinson Logistics

MAY 4, 2021

These ecommerce trends aren’t going away, and shippers will continue to face the challenge of moving smaller quantities of freight at a higher frequency while navigating capacity issues. Robinson alleviated the supply chain stress was helping companies move their freight to places where regional LTL carriers could pick it up.

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ShipLilly

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

According to information obtained from at least three executives from some of the largest container lines, there is a concerted effort to meet the surprisingly high demand from US shippers. For example, there is an expectation that October has been a strong month. Most ships are actually on the water at the moment.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Only with complete transparency is it possible to increase efficiency and meet sustainability goals in the future. . Understanding the suppliers’ perspective can make decision-making easier to meet environmental ambitions of shippers. Freight Transportation Sustainability.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Managed Logistics Meets Five Challenges for Complex Supply Chain Operations Show Submenu Resources. In searching for a provider, here are five tactical challenges that any MLP must meet. Improvement of the payments process starts with a freight audit by the MLP. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper. Case Study. BlueGrace Logistics.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

We work diligently to ensure that any information we pass on to Freight Agents and Team Members within the company has the best information possible, as quickly as possible. As a Trinity Freight Agent, you’ll receive our Daily News Update email every day. Each week, Trinity’s Freight Agents receive a Weekly Update email.

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Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

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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Freightos

MARCH 27, 2024

More Resources Home TPM24: Key Takeaways on Geopolitics, Technology and Other Drivers of Ocean Freight in 2024 Judah Levine March 27, 2024 S&P Global’s TPM24 is the major annual North American gathering of shippers, forwarders, carriers and logistic technology providers. You can read the report and see our short webinar on the topic here.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2022

Andy Bahr is the Founder and President of Bahr Transportation , a FTL brokerage focused primarily on serving the food & beverage industry, in refrigerated freight. Andy is hungry to deliver value to everyone he meets, has a passion for the logistics profession, and truly looks for win-win partnerships. About Andy Bahr.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 13, 2022

Here’s how many companies are turning to their supply chains to meet their ESG goals. is at the forefront as it builds a data-driven, multi-party network that lets shippers, carriers, and freight brokers connect more efficiently. REDUCING EMISSIONS FROM TRANSPORATION. Leaf Logistics Inc. DROP AND HOOK.

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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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Trinity Logistics

JUNE 20, 2023

Freight is always on the move, every single day, seven days a week, 24/7. There are different types of ways to move freight, whether it’s shipping international, drayage, truckload, or intermodal, all have different paths to the same destination. But what about those last-minute shipments or freight that has a quick turnaround?

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Dedola Global Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2022

Introduction to Air Freight In the intricate web of global commerce, air freight stands out as a critical component. Advantages of Air Freight Air freight trumps ocean freight in speed and simplicity. For instance, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and fashion items often travel by air to meet tight market deadlines.

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ShipLilly

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

As customers and shippers search for ways of sidestepping the minefield of logistical problems that are so commonplace in the industry today, the freight forwarder is more essential than ever before. This article explores some of the benefits of working with a freight forwarder.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 8, 2023

The road freight logistics industry is on the brink of a revolution, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, writes Luis Moreira-Matias, senior AI Director of sennder. Resources: Embracing Automation in a Digital Era Digitalization is the norm across various industries, and road freight logistics is no exception.

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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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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. For a new or small business, it can be a daunting task to take on a freight forwarder for the first time.

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Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

One of the most cost-effective methods is to use ocean freight export. Around 90% of global commerce depends on ocean freight export. In this article, we have shared everything you need about ocean freight export. What Is Ocean Freight Export? Ocean freight is a method of transporting goods over the sea.

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Turvo

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Reason for the drastic increase in freight prices . Probable events that will lead to a downfall in freight prices. In recent months, businesses and shippers have been plagued with abnormally high freight rates. Freight prices have climbed over 500% in the last year. . Why have freight rates been on the rise?

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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. For those that make the right applications of freight data, the massive problems created by the pandemic could have been more easily mitigated.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

There are three responses in this question that address supply chain sustainability: align with our goals, mission, and values; meet consumers expectations; and increase profitability. The second reason to address sustainability topics, from a supply chain perspective, is to meet consumer expectations.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 8, 2023

Is your company one of the many that take a minimalist approach to freight management? Yes… I did say minimalist, not lean. When I say minimalist, I’m talking about the many companies which, while reliant on freight to keep supplies coming in and products going out, don’t see freight management as a core competency.

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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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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Unlike contracted rates, the spot freight market is full of wild price swings and uncertainty. And in freight management, a delay of a day or even hours can amount to significant delays and a poor customer experience. In general, this results in a preference for contract freight among shippers and carriers alike. Consider this.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 5, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll walk through some of the obstacles to medium-term demand planning, consider how high-frequency supply chain data can help fill the informational gaps that companies are grappling with, and then look at a real-world example of how the data in FreightWaves SONAR can give insight into the goods economy.

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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 highlighting viable alternatives to subpar rail service, we’ll empower shippers with the knowledge and assurance that superior options are available to meet your rail transportation needs.

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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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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 15, 2023

On March 1st the EU customs safety and security system, ICS2, was launched for the air freight industry. “Air freight forwarders should use this period to ensure that they can provide the airlines with the additional data required,” advises DAKOSY authorized officer Dirk Gladiator. The latter is called Multiple Filing.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 18, 2022

Freight costs have a substantial effect on profitability and overall business growth. How freight costs impact your business. Changes in freight rates affect your business in two major ways. A hike in freight rates increases the costs of shipping inventory to your warehouse. Ways you can optimize your freight costs.

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Parade

JANUARY 26, 2021

tl/dr - Don’t buy software-especially anything around “freight tech”-if your vendor can’t show you exactly what impact you’ll get and which knobs to tune. but there is one reason that is particularly relevant to freight brokers as they think about how to use technology to create an advantage vs. their peers. Inputs vs. Outputs.

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Parade

JANUARY 26, 2021

tl/dr - Don’t buy software-especially anything around “freight tech”-if your vendor can’t show you exactly what impact you’ll get and which knobs to tune. but there is one reason that is particularly relevant to freight brokers as they think about how to use technology to create an advantage vs. their peers. Inputs vs. Outputs.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 10, 2023

When it comes to LTL freight rates, there are a variety of factors that can influence the cost. This blog post will explore what factors determine LTL freight rates and how to ensure you’re getting the best rate possible. But when figuring out the cost to ship LTL freight, several factors determine the rates.

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ShipLilly

JANUARY 25, 2021

Carriers of all types will have to deal with high freight volumes as e-commerce becomes the new normal, even for routine things like shopping for groceries. For example, we are seeing incredible increments in the volume of containerized imports from Asia, sometimes touching on double digits. Throttling Shippers.

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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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