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Why Data Transparency is Critical in Transportation and Supply Chain

FreightWaves SONAR

17 Years Later, We Still Have Something to Learn From the 2008 Financial Crisis: Why Data Transparency Is Critical in Transportation and Supply Chain Imagine flying a plane without radar, relying only on gut instinct and outdated weather reports. SONAR’s goal was never to compete against incumbent rate and data providers.

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The ATA’s waning influence irks its leader

Freight Waves

Last week, I posted on X a chart from SONAR, based on Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) data, showing that independent owner-operators are capturing a growing share of the trucking industry at the expense of larger fleets. Freight brokerage and technology have lowered barriers to entry, and this trend is likely to persist.

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The State of Logistics Podcasting with Blythe Brumleve

The Logistics of Logistics

They talk about the growing popularity of podcasts in the logistics industry and how podcasting can be a helpful tool for professionals to stay up-to-date on industry trends and insights. Blythe is the Founder of Digital Dispatch and the Host of Cyberly, an influential podcast on the Freightwaves platform. 00:15:50] Picking podcast guests. [00:17:09]

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Smart Strategies for Budgeting Freight Fuel Surcharges

GlobalTranz

In this blog, we'll walk you through how to calculate fuel surcharges on freight, track pricing trends, audit your shipping bills, and work with the right 3PL partner to keep your costs under control. Fuel prices don't just rise and fall randomly — they react to global events, supply and demand, and long-term market trends.

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6 Manufacturing Trends to Watch Out for in 2016

GlobalTranz

As we close the year of 2015, we want to take a look at some manufacturing trends for 2016. Manufacturing Business Technology recently wrote the 5 e-commerce trends for 2016 for manufacturers to look at that include: Manufacturers will seek to increase their share of aftermarket parts sales. E-Commerce for Manufacturing.

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[INFOGRAPHIC] A Decade of the World’s Supply Chain Champions

GlobalTranz

The data reveals which of the world’s most famous and successful companies have taken position in the top 10, and who has worked to invest in high-quality developments in order to become the world’s supply chain champions. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. GET YOUR COPY HERE.

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Which is better for fleet assets? Contract or spot freight?

FreightWaves SONAR

The data analyzed within today’s freight market goes back to the beginning of digital transformation. In regard to the freight situation between 2008 and 2016, Trucking info.com noted how rates evolved from “since the bottom of that recession, contract prices have averaged a 1% quarter-over-quarter growth (annualized). Consider this.