Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 9, 2021

Independent c ustomer vote s from two industry leading publications acknowledg e BlueGrace Logistics as a preeminent Third-Party Logistic s (3PL) operator for providing outstanding solutions and services based on recent customer surveys. About BlueGrace Logistics.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

2020 threw at us a potent concoction of virulent market conditions including a pandemic, skyrocketing freight rates, reduced availability of space and equipment on container ships, unprecedented demand and port congestions along with the usual documentation and visibility issues that we have been facing for years. Take the survey.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 16, 2023

Körber uniquely provides a broad range of proven, end-to-end supply chain solutions fitting any business size, strategy or appetite for growth. Körber’s Business Area Supply Chain offers comprehensive consulting services to help companies optimize their supply chain strategies. Episode Sponsor: Greenscreens.ai The Greenscreens.ai

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247 Customs Broker

OCTOBER 16, 2020

Manufacturing executives expect their supply chains to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic looking quite different than they did previously, according to a new survey conducted… The post Global Supply Chain Disruption and Future Strategies Survey Report Shows Less Reliance on China appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Freightos

APRIL 27, 2023

In this article, Eytan Buchman, Freightos’ CMO, discusses the importance of data and context in global freight and logistics. The future of global freight data lies in real-time information, contextual insights, and aggregated data that can help companies make better decisions and adapt to a rapidly changing industry.

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CH Robinson Logistics

AUGUST 13, 2021

Robinson experts provided in-depth analysis of current supply and demand trends, our updated forecast, and the impact of global import volumes on North American freight transportation. Is the shortfall in drivers going to advance the push to self-driving, long-haul freight operations? webinar, C.H.

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RPA Labs

MARCH 3, 2022

When asked about this for the 2021 MHI Annual Industry Report , 53% of the supply chain professionals surveyed said they are investing in robotics and automation technologies, while 54% are investing in cloud computing and storage. Freight document management is sped up dramatically by incorporating AI into the process.

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Freightos

JANUARY 15, 2024

The implication for global freight beyond the now typical uncertainty is predictably elevated operational costs and soaring freight rates. This optimism is buoyed by the fact that 55% of importers have their inventories in check, anticipating a stronger freight demand in the coming year.

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FLS Transport

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

The Top 6 Stories in Freight. The hottest stories in freight can be found here, in the Weekly Freight Report: 1. Cass Freight Index shows V-shaped recovery. The Cass Freight Index is back in positive territory for the first time since 2018. Carriers need to switch up their strategy. Here’s where to start.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 1, 2022

Paluzzi spent 10 years at Coyote Logistics overseeing technology product strategy and delivery before joining Logistics Dynamics as Chief Information Officer. The company faces an emphasis around technology and has been the only insurance agency recognized on the Freight-Tech 100 list each year since its inception.

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GoShip Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Fortunately, there are effective strategies you can employ to reduce your e-commerce store’s shipping costs. This is to help lower their freight costs and boost profitability. A perfect example is GoShip , a self-service freight marketplace that directly connects small to mid-sized businesses. Shipping platform options .

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

Shippers that do not yet have a plan in place are more likely to find most of their freight moving through the spot market in Q3 and Q4. As noted by DC Velocity , “ most freight forwarders, traders, and shippers expect more disruption in the 2022 third-quarter peak season than they felt last year.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 13, 2024

Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), a global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, released the results of its 8th Annual Global Transportation Management Benchmark Survey of over 630 companies. Descartes and SAPIO Research surveyed 630 participants representing the logistics community (i.e.,

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Freightos

JULY 23, 2019

This year alone, Maersk has accelerated its direct-to-shipper strategy, digital forwarders have raised massive rounds (like Flexport’s billion-dollar injection), and platforms for forwarders and carriers – big and small – have continued to pop up almost daily, at least that’s how it seems. Freight Marketplaces: Threat Or Opportunity?

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2021

As a result, capacity remains tight, and freight rates continue to increase. With logistics experts estimating that high freight rates will rema­­in through 2022, maybe even 2023, now is not the time to stress over transportation costs. FREIGHT MARKET OUTLOOK. Freight rates have jumped 26.6 FINDING CAPACITY.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 25, 2021

The global supply chain is routinely beset by challenges, both large and small, but the past couple of years have delivered a string of significant logistics disruptions that have threatened to upend the tightly choreographed dance of global freight transportation. That’s starting to change. More and more large U.S. In the U.S.,

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

UPS is seeking alternative strategies for its truck brokerage business, which has seen sales plummet amid a freight recession marked by declining rates and over capacity. More than $728 million is on the way to communities around the nation to bolster intermodal freight infrastructure. billion worth, the survey found.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2023

million shoppers hit the stores and the internet to capitalize on Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, according to a survey by the National Retail Federation. The top gifts were clothes and accessories, which about half of those surveyed purchased, and toys, which nearly a third of people surveyed bought.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 15, 2015

The results have been tabulated for the 68th annual Survey of Distribution Operations. By identifying the most pressing concerns in the industry, the survey provides statistics and conclusions which the distributors can use to help maintain their business evolution in our technology based world. Demographics.

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

In the world of trucking, a sector already feeling the financial pinch, there’s an expectation that both freight orders and revenue will decrease during the upcoming holiday season. The global shipping industry, dealing with a “freight recession” this year, is poised to face continued challenges in 2024.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

According to a recent survey fielded by Edelman Intelligence , 94% of supply chain leaders say partnerships with supply chain logistics companies are necessary to get through peak season successfully. Traditional Inventory Replenishment Strategies No Longer Work. Cybersecurity Concerns Remain. And they must plan accordingly.

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Women in Trucking

JULY 21, 2020

COVID-19 has sent shockwaves through the global supply chain and freight ecosystem, resulting in a highly volatile and uncertain landscape. While freight activity and product demand plummeted, e-commerce sales skyrocketed, putting new pressure on impacted suppliers, and experts called into question the agility of our supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2021

New Survey Highlights Confidence in Supply Chain Operations Despite Challenges. With mounting last mile costs, this early May blog post sought to provide shippers with clarity around the growing demand for final mile logistics and keeping costs under control with proactive shipping strategies. #5.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 1, 2019

IAG Cargo today shared the findings from a global survey of more than 400 freight forwarders in 47 countries on perceptions of the air cargo industry this year. The report, Cargo Next, identifies the key trends and expectations of freight forwarders within the next 12 months.

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MTS Logistics

JUNE 30, 2023

Recent market insights found the following: “According to a latest global shipper survey, 75% of shippers who use LCL plan to continue or increase it in 2023. And 52% are looking to consolidate more shipments overall, a strategy for which LCL can play an important role.” Bridge the gap with market and mode shifts.

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2023

According to a survey by Convoy , 69 percent of respondents said reducing deadhead miles is important to them. Usually, this happens once a driver has made a delivery to the receiver, and they don’t have freight to pick up until their next destination. In fact, 36 percent of trucks travel empty in the U.S.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 8, 2021

Many freight brokers know the common phrase: April showers bring May flowers, what do May flowers bring? During times of high produce activity, the USDA surveys produce shippers in the areas they deem agricultural hubs. While a large amount of our produce comes from overseas, this is the time of year when the U.S.

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Freight Center

JANUARY 30, 2020

Now, we’re counting down the remaining 3 important freight shipping issues you need to know as we move into the next decade. In recent years, the freight industry has seen an increase in shipping and the number of trucks on the road. This strategy includes re-opening closed parking facilities and building new parking facilities.

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Freightos

MARCH 17, 2019

The annual fixed-price contract is the current go-to for ocean freight procurement. Fixing a price is almost futile in a volatile market, and ocean freight now has much more volatility (both frequency and magnitude) than most other commodities. So we asked them by conducting a survey in November 2018. We never looked back.

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247 Customs Broker

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Digital Transformation In Logistics Market – “Global Digital Transformation In Logistics Market Professional Survey Report 2019” presents the latest industry data and future trends, allowing you… The post Digital Transformation In Logistics Market – Recent Industry Developments and Growth Strategies Adopted by Top Players Worldwide 2019-2024 (..)

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

A 2021 Peak Shipping Season survey conducted by Edelman Intelligence found hiring to be a strong concern among supply chain decision makers with 90% having a strong need to increase hiring to account for peak season and beyond. Higher freight volumes. Download the Report: 2021 Peak Shipping Season Survey.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 27, 2017

How Big Is the Problem Of Inbound Freight Management? Inbound freight management is receiving a lot of attention as businesses continue to look for ways to manage shipping costs. A more efficient inbound freight program can minimize delays, save money and even reduce confusion. It is complicated, that’s why.

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247 Customs Broker

JULY 10, 2019

Dive Brief: According to a new report from DHL Supply Chain, out of 900 logistics and supply chain decision makers surveyed, 60% said their organizations… The post DHL: 60% of businesses haven't fully implemented an e-commerce strategy appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Transporeon

APRIL 2, 2019

So what’s going on with ocean freight rates? Checking the background info In 2015, the ocean freight rate trend was distinctly downwards – the SCFI declined from around 1,000 to just 500 during the year. Through 2017, most shippers anticipate rising freight rates (56%). Waiting a while could bring contracted rates down.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 20, 2023

The LCI surveyed a diverse portfolio of shippers across different verticals, including consumer packaged goods (CPG), industrial and manufacturing and direct-to-consumer business to examine three primary metrics going into the next quarter. This was seen in the survey. LTL carriers will get this business.

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Now, That's Logistics

JULY 5, 2023

Joe Jaska, Executive Vice President Land Transport, Americas region, for DB Schenker Tackling Freight Fraud So, check this out. Their members play a crucial role in the global and domestic supply chains by facilitating freight. Anne Reinke, the President & CEO of TIA, is placing her bets on the Fraud Task Force.

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CH Robinson Logistics

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

In a recent global survey conducted by our team, shippers reported congestion and capacity as their main pain points in today’s ocean environment. In the following, I’ll share where we’ve seen shippers find success through LCL and why you should consider it if it’s not already a part of your shipping strategy. Expedited LCL options.

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