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Where have all the Truckers Gone? 10 Strategies for Shippers to Fight the Capacity and Trucker Shortage

GlobalTranz

Strategies for Surviving the Capacity and Trucker Shortage. Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments to align with your carrier’s routine, when possible, to build a more mutually beneficial relationship with your carrier. Competitive rates and reasonable fuel surcharges are essential. Set favorable payment terms and timeframes.

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Autoliv’s Supply Chain Risk Management Journey

Logistics Viewpoints

The company works hard to meet the demanding requirements for quality, innovation, and cost from their OEM customers. This includes plant operations, inbound and outbound transportation, warehousing, demand planning and our comprehensive and running supply chain risk management ecosystem. Steve: Jan, you have not said much.

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Emerging Trends in Automation: What it Means to Supply Chains

GlobalTranz

Advancements in virtual reality over the past year indicate its future might be much closer than “meets the eye.”. Robotics Enhance Inbound and Outbound Logistics for Shippers. Robotics Improve Inbound and Outbound Logistics. Robotics are not isolated to warehouse pulling for outbound logistics.

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Shipping Technology: Non-Tech Savvy Shippers Lose Advantage Over Time?

GlobalTranz

As mentioned in this webinar , autonomous vehicles and third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) are making shipping technology affordable for small to mid-sized shippers, leveling the playing field at last and improving supply chain efficiency across the board. Standards in TMS Capacity and Profitability Have Evolved.

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5 More Transformative Supply Chain Technologies Supply Chains Will Focus on in 2018 to Move to the Next Level

GlobalTranz

3PLs have the technologies in place to handle both inbound and outbound freight management, as well as handle omnichannel order fulfillment, so they are the natural partner for companies looking to combat the Amazon Effect. As a result, supply chains will enjoy an increase in capacity to deliver and meet all desired company outcomes.

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How Do You Budget Better for Full Truckload?

GlobalTranz

If negotiations rely on an understanding of all inbound and outbound freight statistics and processes, lacking information will result in strong variances between rates and trouble securing available capacity. However, contracted freight rates, provided an organization can meet demand, as stipulated in a contract, can be locked in.

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Last Mile Technology: How Technology & Transportation Management Aid in Efficient Execution of the Last Mile

GlobalTranz

Newer systems can integrate both outbound and inbound logistics operations, but an effective TMS also handles last mile demands and key considerations too. It measures efficiency and ability to meet customers’ expectations. Use a TMS That Handles Last Mile Demands Too. The use of a TMS can benefit entire supply chains.