The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 15, 2023

He is a sought-after speaker and have presented at NRF, eRetail West, and TEDx. The company has an impressive track record of delivering cutting-edge 3PL solutions that help businesses of all sizes to optimize their supply chain and e-commerce operations, reduce costs, and increase profitability. Economics (cost savings).

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Locus

JUNE 3, 2022

Decarbonization, which means reducing the amount of carbon in greenhouse gas emissions, can help in improving our present condition. Transportation was redirected to be used in providing first aid, leading to supply chain bottlenecks, shortages and price hikes. A series of unfortunate events. Network optimization.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 1, 2021

LTL shipping rates would historically depend on freight class and the cost per hundredweight . In the past, calculating freight class depended on the physical weight of an item, as well as what else could be shipped within the same truck to set a cost per hundredweight (CPW). Density plays a role in the form of dimensional pricing.

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Material Handling and Logistics

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Supply chain management is a career that perfectly matches the skill set of the Millennial generation—if they can be persuaded to pursue it. Now they are not only being asked to give that over to the machines, but they have to learn yet more skills. Innovation, creativity and communications are the skills on that next rung.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Features 21 showcase presentations with innovations that will advance the industry. Tusk’s technology connects your parcel operation to a national network of vetted regional carriers, all with pre-negotiated rates and reliable, predictable service. Offers education sessions crafted by the TIA’s Technology Committee.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 31, 2023

TPM annually presents the industry’s most in-depth program delving into the most pressing challenges affecting container shippers in North America and globally. Tusk’s technology connects your parcel operation to a national network of vetted regional carriers, all with pre-negotiated rates and reliable, predictable service.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2016

Many businesses have a tendency to hastily go through small package contract negotiation processes. Unfortunately, many of these entities to end to have a large small package or parcel spend, but a small package outside negotiator can help save significant revenue. Why You Need a Small Package Outside Negotiator.

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ShipLilly

MARCH 22, 2022

Getting the best LTL shipping rates is a matter of careful planning and negotiation. Ideally, all the costs should be budgeted to avoid cash flow problems. This pricing variance implies a loss of control over your budget. Some experts argue that LTL shipping is a jungle of costs and opportunities.

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WorkWave

APRIL 21, 2021

Even if your field service business is already structuring billing around parts and labor, exploring the perks of flat rate pricing can be beneficial—especially when it comes to implementing a billing process that benefits both your business and your customers. In fact, 92% of homeowners prefer flat rate pricing over hourly pricing.

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TransAudit

AUGUST 29, 2023

Notable Acquisitions Acquisition of Roadway (2003): This acquisition was strategic for Yellow, but integrating two massive LTL carriers came with challenges. Aggressive Competition and Price Undercutting With rivals employing aggressive pricing strategies, YRC found it challenging to maintain its price points in a saturated market.

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Log-hub

APRIL 15, 2022

Then get that strategic mindset and holistic approach to understand IT as a buyer, go deeply into cost-to-serve understanding, and spread AI awareness in your market. An all-inclusive package of skills and tools has to go hand in hand with the top management of every company. Are you into this already?

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Freightos

JULY 26, 2023

Judah Levine July 26, 2023 Unbox your Freight knowledge. Visit our Resource Center Weekly highlights FBX Overview Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index : Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) increased 2% to $1,366/FEU. Asia-US East Coast prices (FBX03 Weekly) climbed 6% to $2,519/FEU. America prices fell 1% to $1.80/kg.

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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Grasping the Fundamentals From labor costs that hinge on the median electrician’s pay of $27.36 per hour to ensuring your estimates cover both material costs and overhead, mastery over this estimating process is crucial. When it comes to electrical work, understanding the costs involved is crucial for planning your budget.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Most recently, the recent disruptions in the Red Sea that saw ocean freight rates from China to Europe by over 190% and saw transit times lengthen, sea-air services offered a strategic advantage for logistics professionals able to remain agile, by watching trends and jumping at opportunities to ensure a resilient supply chain.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2023

With over 6,000 professional visitors and exhibitors from more than 90 companies, it’s set to foster crucial business negotiations and facilitate the creation of strong networks, particularly through interactions with industry leaders from the China Pavilion and the German Pavilion.

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Blog on Log

FEBRUARY 5, 2010

Stolarczyk Kontane Logistics www.kontanelogistics.com It’s that time of year again — time to negotiate carrier contracts! Too often, business leaders focus their attention on rate structures during carrier-contract negotiations while ignoring other important facets of the carrier process. Pickup performance. Vested collaboration.

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Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Through anecdotes, insights and the narration of history valuable lessons were given by these leaders with respect to a wide variety of strategic issues in Defence logistics. Although discussed in the context of strategic logistics they are broadly applicable, and many are clearly relevant to effective strategic leadership.

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Logistics in War

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Through anecdotes, insights and the narration of history valuable lessons were given by these leaders with respect to a wide variety of strategic issues in Defence logistics. Although discussed in the context of strategic logistics they are broadly applicable, and many are clearly relevant to effective strategic leadership.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Shipping project cargo, such as oversized or overweight items, can present a complex and challenging scenario that requires thorough planning and coordination. This may involve the use of heavy lift cranes, forklifts, or other specialized lifting equipment, such as SPMT’s which increases the cost and complexity of the shipment.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MAY 17, 2023

High frequency data can unlock a whole new world of cost savings for shippers, but it is useless if companies do not know how to use it. Finding that sweet spot – even if it isn’t the lowest possible number – ultimately leads to reduced transportation costs and improved routing guide compliance.

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Blog on Log

MAY 4, 2010

Hiding behind pure numbers will only create a one-sided, noncompetitive, zero-sum contract winner — and doom the negotiations, to failure. But the true test of how both sides react will come in the next several weeks, as shippers and carriers wrap up what could be the most important contract negotiations in years, if not more.

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Logistics in War

MARCH 23, 2018

Through researching the way in which the ADF has prepared and mobilised its logistics capabilities at the strategic level, I have been extremely fortunate to interview a range of senior military officers and public servants. Strategic failure. By David Beaumont. This is often the case with respect to logistics.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 1, 2020

And disruption continues to evolve and present new challenges, including a misplaced perception that digital technology will threaten such companies’ success. And leveraging shipping analytics in SONAR to inform those negotiations and conversations is essential. The cycle continues to costs and results in higher rates.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 4, 2018

Market Review: Past, Present and Future. The past, present and future market forces causing today’s extreme truck capacity shortage include: Strong Economy. Carriers have so much negotiating power today that it’s critical to be known as a shipper or receiver who keeps their trucks moving and treats their drivers well.

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Overlooking sustainability can present substantial revenue risks, while embracing ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles can unlock a $2.1 Localize Suppliers: This can reduce transportation emissions and costs. trillion opportunity. Brand Image: Modern consumers are increasingly environmentally conscious.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Hence, curating an optimal driver experience emerges as a non-negotiable strategic imperative. Such capital can be strategically reallocated to drive core business transformations and process enhancements. In this context, it’s important to recognize drivers as the foundational assets driving our supply chain ambitions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2021

They face higher costs. In some cases, those same caps bring even higher costs. They have less negotiation power with carriers and partners. Proactive shippers have used multi-carrier parcel shipping technologies and strategies to navigate rising carrier costs for years. They must navigate carrier parcel volume caps.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Given that it is a subject that every businessperson should be knowledgeable about, it is a crucial logistics function in the supply chain. Here are the aspects that characterize supply logistics: Pick vendors who provide better supply conditions, better raw material quality, and more affordable costs. Duties of inbound logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 19, 2021

A ton of steel can cost as little as $700. A pound of apples costs about the same as a pound of steel, yet steel is a complex product produced using high-tech metallurgical and manufacturing processes. The goal is to produce an integrated plan that meets the strategic goals of the overall organization.

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2020

By better managing, using, and analyzing your data, an organization can reduce costs, improve margins, generate revenue, and make smarter business decisions. Each partner can better plan for their part, having the potential to reduce expensive production costs, limit excessive accessorial charges, and improve customer service.

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World Food Programme Logistics

MAY 22, 2019

Against all the odds: Reaching those in need in South Sudan Negotiating for humanitarian space to save and improve lives in South Sudan Villagers help offload food from a WFP-contracted truck in Karam, Ayod county. A normal day is impossible with ad hoc negotiations and troubleshooting kicking in any time. But, that’s not all.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 27, 2021

The pandemic taught consumers that the most convenient and safest way to “get that thing” is to order it online and have it delivered, increasing not only the demand for qualified drivers but also the cost to hire. An impressive case study to be sure, but alas, the cost of the technology is still prohibitive for most companies.

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Penske Move Ahead

JUNE 20, 2023

Companies look at 3PLs for strategic partnerships to run certain flows soup to nuts,” said Balika Sonthalia, a partner with the global strategic management consulting firm Kearney and co-author of the 34th Annual State of Logistics Report. The report is produced annually for CSCMP by Kearney and presented by Penske Logistics. “We

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Shipping and Freight Resource

OCTOBER 22, 2020

40% trying to calculate CIF prices for the product. It basically follows the process flow of the global timber supply chain from the negotiation of the deal to shipment. The negotiation tab allows you to not only add your offer to the customer but to review the previous offers, which were made to the client, and the status of the same.

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Now, That's Logistics

JANUARY 11, 2022

Vox says this proves just how dependent consumers are on the drivers who deliver turkeys to stores or gas to pumps or the Christmas presents you order to your doorsteps. As diesel prices rose over $3 a gallon, intermodal moves via rail became more attractive to some long-haul TL shippers.”. This is also not a new problem. High Demand.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 1, 2024

With over 100 years of history and experience, they recently introduced a comprehensive set of actions to support an overall strategic target of becoming carbon neutral by 2030. We are committed to supporting our customers negotiate the transition from traditional fuel types to more sustainable options.

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Radius Logistics

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Politically, trade tensions between nations, regulatory changes, and the ever-present threat of conflict can impact supply chains at any moment. Our team possesses in-depth knowledge, experience, and expertise in optimizing and managing supply chains. Building Strong Relationships We don’t operate in isolation.

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