Logistics Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Data recently issued by ShipMatrix, a subsidiary of Pittsburgh-based SJ Consulting showed varied on-time performance (OTP) ranges, for weeks 47 through 49 of 2021 and including Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday, from November 14-December 4), for major parcel carriers, including UPS, FedEx, and the United States Postal Service (USPS).

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Shippers, brokers, carriers, news organizations and industry analysts rely on DAT for trends and data insights based on a database of $150 billion in annual market transactions. He was named a Pro to Know in 2021 by Supply and Demand Chain Executive. Ken is the Chief of Analytics at DAT Freight & Analytics.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 12, 2021

As you might have guessed from the title, it’s time to start collecting more data. The Big Benefits of Big Data. Digitalization also creates the opportunity to collect data that would otherwise fall into the unknown. Simply put, good data drives better service. Simply put, good data drives better service.

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Logistics Management

JANUARY 14, 2022

United States retail sales ended 2021 with a sequential decline and an annual gain, while holiday season retail sales, for the months of November and December, were very strong, according to data respectively issued today by the United States Department of Commerce and the National Retail Federation (NRF).

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Several challenges loom large for supply chain managers as 2021 approaches for the transportation industry. To be prepared for what 2021 has.read More. To be prepared for what 2021 has.read More. The post 5 Critical Capabilities for Supply Chain Managers in 2021 appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 14, 2021

These shifts led more fulfillment teams to identify and embrace emerging best practices as part of their 2021 planning. Leveraging every competitive strength remains critical in 2021, when any one of these trends can wreak havoc on an unprepared shipper. They prioritized e-commerce customer service and satisfaction. and many others.

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Logistics Management

JANUARY 7, 2021

Freight payment providers are upbeat heading into recovery, offering a diverse menu of solutions designed to take cost out of freight transportation by helping shippers of all sizes to “think strategically, not transactionally.”

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3PL Insights

JANUARY 17, 2022

As I reflect on 2021, I’m humbled by how far we have come. Supply chain constraints have increased the need for real-time access to data and complete visibility. Data is the window to navigating these uncertain times. The post A Look Back at 2021 appeared first on Evans Distribution Systems.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2021

The theory is that as more and more devices throughout the supply chain and manufacturing process become part of the ‘Internet of Things,’ they will produce an incredibly rich data stream that will send signals in real-time to trigger a wide variety of events. Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML) Platforms.

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Morai Logistics

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Supply chain forecasting is the difference between data-driven decision-making and floundering in the dark—here’s how companies can ensure theirs is as good as can be in 2021. These include: data silos, inflexibility, blind spots, and more. Utilizing New Data is Key. 2020 was a game-changer.

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Chicago-based supply chain visibility services provider project44 announced today it has acquired Austin-based Convey, a provider of delivery experience management software that helps shippers connect disparate data and processes from parcel to freight in the last mile.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 5, 2021

Congratulations and welcome to 2021! And demands for 2021 already reveal strife in procurement in the shipping industry and visibility through all operations, including carrier troubles. If a business wants to “thrive” in 2021 abnormalities, it’s essential to consider the top trends to expect through the year. The short answer?

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The state of the trucking market in 2021 is uncertain, filled with risk, and continues to evolve, making logistics management challenging.? through 2021, but total retail sales will grow 7.9%. Enabling Data-Driven Decision-Making. ?Access Access to real-time data and the ability to perform real-time analysis ?enables

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

On top of the seasonal workers to sort and deliver packages, FedEx is also hiring about 500 people to fill positions in IT and data science. The post The 2021 Holiday Logistics Guide appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Seasonal opportunities include but are not limited to city and rural mail carriers, mail handlers and drivers.

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3PL Insights

JULY 19, 2021

In ransomware attacks, you either pay to get access to your network again or spend a lot of time and money while risking your company’s data to recover access. Not Just Your Data. Many of the cyber attacks are trying to access customer data from a third-party organization. Prevention and Early Detection.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2021

2021 will be remembered as an unprecedented year of supply chain disruption and market volatility creating a host of challenges for shippers and carriers alike. Without further ado, here are GlobalTranz’s top posts of 2021: #1. The State of the Trucking Market in 2021. 5 Transportation Management Optimization Practices.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Author’s Note: I was asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to take a look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Insights market data for additional insights and perspective. Read more Across the Pond: The European Transportation Market (November 2021).

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

He has extensive experience in the industrial supply chain and distribution space, as he was recognized as a Supply Chain Pros to Know by Supply and Demand Chain Executive in 2021, 2022, & 2023. The company utilizes AI, data harmonization, and decision support to help companies achieve supply chain resiliency and improve bottom lines.

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Logistics Management

MARCH 10, 2021

The January 2021 TCI, which is the most recent month for which data is available, came in at 10.37, topping December’s 8.51 reading, nearly matching November 2020’s 10.46

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RPA Labs

DECEMBER 16, 2021

RPA and data analytics continue to gain interest throughout the supply chain due to their potential for data-driven processing. The Challenge of Limited Data in Supply Chain Management. With limited data in the supply chain, companies can face difficulties such as: An inability to coordinate Missed pickups and deliveries.

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FLS Transport

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Data shows contract rates up 12% year over year. Turns out the wild rate swings of 2020 and record-setting peak rates have led to shipper bid fatigue… As we enter a new market dynamic for 2021, many are asking how best to handle their RFPs… should they delay bids while the market fleshes itself out? What’s the play?

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 25, 2023

The data denials of 10,659 items under a single contract reportedly accounted for 97% of such refusals by contractors during negotiations from October 2020 to September 2021.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Author’s Note: I was recently asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to take a look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Insights market data for additional insights and perspective. As I did last month, I share my commentary for this month in.

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EazyStock

DECEMBER 13, 2020

A vaccine won’t magically eradicate the coronavirus; instead, it will take the vaccine coupled with additional widespread safety measures to usher in a ‘new normal’ – optimistically, by Q3 of 2021. The prevailing effects of COVID-19 are uncertainty and disruption; the key to planning ahead for 2021 will be to analyze the effects of 2020.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 27, 2021

2021 Supply Chain and Inventory Management Trends for the US. Here we are, one year later, trying to determine the 2021 supply chain and inventory management trends to adopt. With that in mind, here are a few trends for 2021 that could help your business outlast the pandemic: Supplier Diversification. Automation.

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3PL Insights

JUNE 23, 2021

In March 2021, the U.S. The latest report from April of 2021, shows the deficit dropped to $68.9 As travel picks up in 2021, this industry will recover rapidly. Despite the microchip shortage across the world this industry continues to see growth through 2021 with no signs of slowing down.

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Now, That's Logistics

MARCH 16, 2021

Coming off a challenging year in 2020, shippers around the world found themselves dealing with many of the same obstacles they faced during the prior year along with some international trade issues that could present more hurdles in 2021. 5 Tips for Success in 2021. However, if the walls begin to come down between the U.S.

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Stord

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Many of the trends and changes we expect to see in 2021 are largely driven by the supply chain weaknesses and gaps identified in 2020. These brands were relying on 3PLs more than ever to handle the increased supply chain complexity, which in turn meant layering their technology stacks on top of one another, creating data and planning siloes.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2020

As COVID-19 continues to reshape the supply chain, we're looking ahead to the emerging trends in warehousing you need to be aware of to ensure your organization thrives in 2021. Five Emerging Trends In Warehousing To Prepare For In 2021. The warehouse of 2021 and beyond will be as much of a technology center as an inventory center.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 15, 2023

shipzero enables transport and logistics companies to create transparency about their emissions data and manage decarbonization throughout the supply chain. The Hamburg-based data platform has received seven-figure growth funding for further product development and internationalization.

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FLS Transport

MARCH 9, 2021

The procurement strategies that have been relevant over the last few years are not working in the 2021 freight market. Retailers are playing “inventory catch up” and it has analysts thinking it will last multiple quarters in 2021. Reefer shippers face higher rates & capacity issues beyond 2021. Get the details here.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Freight Budgeting for 2021 is going to be very different from the traditional budgeting done in previous years. Budgeting for 2021 will need mapping existing resources with strategy and a shift from the traditional inputs and standard approaches. Streamlining the freight budget process.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 26, 2023

Transport Exchange Group (TEG), a leading UK online freight exchange platform, is helping its members to operate more dynamically and competitively in a highly volatile marketplace with the launch of what it describes as an ‘industry-first’ load pricing data service.

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3PL Insights

JANUARY 17, 2022

As I reflect on 2021, I’m humbled by how far we have come. Supply chain constraints have increased the need for real-time access to data and complete visibility. Data is the window to navigating these uncertain times. The post 2021 Year In Review appeared first on Evans Distribution Systems.

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