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Resilience by Design: The Power of Simulation in Supply Chain Strategy

Logistics Viewpoints

That strategy can lead to thousands of scenarios, and still no number of scenarios will answer all questions. Another strategy is to dedicate resources and build the best algorithm for demand forecasting. While this sourcing strategy is the most cost-effective one, the business might not want to operate like that.

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Enterprise shippers’ top 6 logistics strategies to know

FreightWaves SONAR

Adjusting current logistics strategies demonstrated the second great challenge of the pandemic. Embracing new and improved logistics strategies remains the best way to adapt to clients’ changing demands in 2021 and beyond. Now more than ever, shippers need to find innovative ways to make the most of real-time freight data and analysis.

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

GlobalTranz

Transportation capacity problems have been a volatile issue over the past twenty years or so. A thorough analysis provided by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals , (CSCMP) in its “ State of Logistics ” report, indicates that by 2017, shippers in the U.S. Contributors to Capacity and Trucker Shortage.

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REPOST: Understanding the Rise and Fall of Truckload Rates with Chris Pickett

The Logistics of Logistics

From 2006 to 2020, Chris played key leadership roles (including Chief Strategy Officer from 2010-2020) at Coyote Logistics (a UPS Company), a leading provider of non-asset based 3PL solutions across North America and Europe. As rates move higher, net Class 8 tractor orders spike, and incremental capacity enters. He earned a B.S.

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A Trillion Dollars in Freight Transactions with Ken Adamo

The Logistics of Logistics

He is responsible for driving strategy, customer engagement, and industry analysis. Real-time Market Insights: DAT provides real-time data on spot market rates, capacity availability, and lane-specific trends, enabling informed decision-making. Prior to joining DAT, Adamo led the pricing and decision science teams at FedEx.

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Navigating Market Uncertainty with Sarah Bertram

The Logistics of Logistics

Throughout her career, Sarah has been recognized for developing and executing sales strategies that help clients choose the best products for their needs. Over 1,300 shippers place their trust in DAT iQ’s rate and capacity analytics solutions, which empower confident decision-making and transportation planning and management.

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A Decade of Loadsmart: A Look Back to Move Forward with Felipe Capella

The Logistics of Logistics

Previously advised companies on corporate strategy and M&A in Brazil and New York for 8 years. Their services can be categorized into three main areas: Assessment and Analysis Freight Planning and Forecasting: Loadsmart helps businesses predict future freight needs.