Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2025

Three months into 2025, we have seen a barrage of on-again, off-again tariffs that have supply chain and logistics teams reeling, as they must rethink everything from next weeks shipping route to their foundational network models. That may sound impossible, but new technology places this capability within the reach of every organization.

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 2, 2024

To address these issues, companies are adopting innovative strategies, including dynamic route optimization, real-time tracking, and even leveraging emerging technologies like drones and blockchain. Route optimization software plays a significant role in decreasing travel distances and minimizing environmental impact.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2025

From sourcing and bid evaluation to warehouse slotting and dynamic routing, AI tools support faster and more consistent outcomes by processing large volumes of operational data and identifying patterns that human decision-makers may overlook. These capabilities are now being integrated into mainstream TMS, WMS, and ERP platforms.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 9, 2022

Manufacturers rely on data and their ERP platform to answer critical questions: What are our inventory levels? Mid-market manufacturers need a tool that’s tailored to their needs. The BI tool needs to be able to easily pull all this data together for analysis. How much does it cost us to manufacture this product?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 1, 2025

Automate: utilizes technologies such as RPA, IDP, and IPaaS. iPaaS provides a comprehensive set of tools for connecting applications. Concepts like GenAI Assistants and Agents were presented, offering conversational interfaces and on-demand analysis. RPA automates manual and repetitive tasks.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 26, 2025

Limitations of Traditional Supply Chain Planning Traditional supply chain planning relies on retrospective analysis. Organizations examine past sales trends, apply seasonal adjustments, and make forecasts based on historical models. Unlike static forecasting models, AI continuously refines its predictions as new data flows in.

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Freightos

APRIL 29, 2025

Disruptions have become the norm, rather than the exception, and the only organizations that can thrive in this new reality are those with the right tools. One consistent theme emerged from these discussions: the need to move away from disconnected logistics technology silos toward a much more connected ecosystem.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Today, data and software programs can be saved or run in any data processing center in the world. Cloud computing has made installation, administration, and updates significantly easier and has thereby laid the foundation for Software as a Service (SaaS). Rapid integration. All-round care package with clear cost structure.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2025

Managing available bandwidth efficiently among many connected devices remains a continuing issue, particularly when scaling systems to significant quantities of distributed resources. Optimizing AI models for edge hardware is another area of difficulty. Device management is another critical area.

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Log-hub

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Businesses managing complex shipping patterns can now structure freight costs using four matrix types, including weight-zone and weight-distance models. This advanced cost management capability offers a level of insight rarely found in route planning systems. Even more valuable is the synergy with the Freight Matrix App. STILL CURIOUS?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 8, 2025

Manufacturers have adopted innovative solutions and technologies to deal with these issues. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in manufacturing ERP have recently added a new realm of technology that can address the complex operations found in manufacturing. What is AI and ML?

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Freightos

APRIL 23, 2025

billion rate data points monthly to provide the most comprehensive view of the market, helping you identify savings opportunities and make data-driven decisions. billion rate data points monthly to provide the most comprehensive view of the market, helping you identify savings opportunities and make data-driven decisions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 16, 2025

These advancements enable real-time tracking and monitoring, enhance automated systems, and support a larger number of connected devices. Implementing 5G requires careful planning and investment, as it involves upgrading existing systems and ensuring compatibility with new technologies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2023

Technology for All In a retail era dominated by e-commerce giants, customer expectations have shifted towards instant product delivery at no cost. To meet these demands and ensure superior delivery experiences, retailers and carriers must leverage last-mile delivery technology.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Essential Steps to Using Warehouse Modeling Software for Design 1) Understand the Design Objectives and Constraints The first step in your review should be to determine and prioritise the objectives for your warehouse facility and operation.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

It can be incredibly frustrating when the software you use to run your supply chain will become unsupported. Some tools may be acquired by competitors, who then incorporate them in a vastly more expensive package. Attempting to run your supply chain on unsupported software is like walking a tightrope without a net.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 17, 2022

When my fiance heard about the price, he advised that I find a local hairdresser and set up a frequent-shopper account with them for a few months until the tool is back in stock. And pretty much everyone realized that the old technologies used in planning are not going to cut it anymore when there are so many moving parts in the game.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 30, 2024

Every ecommerce store relies on an assortment of vital components to survive and thrive, but ecommerce software is the heart of all these elements. Regardless of the size of your ecommerce brand, it doesn’t hurt to periodically reevaluate if the software tools you’re using are giving you everything you need.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Businesses today are required to deal with technological advancements occurring at a pace never experienced before. ERP systems continue to remain the epicenter of business systems. An ERP software system is often one of the most significant investments a company will have to make. Data insights.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 29, 2025

I have recently completed the latest ARC Advisory Market Analysis on Global Trade Compliance, available here. AI tools become more valuable when users can comprehend how the AI model arrived at its decisions. To tackle this complex problem, technologies such as AI, data graphs, and digital twins have been utilized.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

The transportation, logistics, and energy storage sectors are undergoing profound transformation, driven by rapid technological advancements, evolving consumer expectations, and the global pursuit of sustainability. As supply chains transition to a more circular and sustainable model, M&A activity in this domain is expected to intensify.

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WorkWave

MARCH 4, 2025

One of the most powerful yet underutilized tools for achieving this is decile data analytics. Decile data analysis involves dividing a dataset into ten ranked segments called deciles, identifying someone’s likelihood to respond to marketing campaigns or find value from the services your company provides. What Is Decile Data?

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

Quality and Detail of Data and its Analysis In some of our earlier posts, weve stressed the importance of simplicity in distribution network design , and we will return to that topic later in this article. It’s not a short list, so we’ll set it down here as a summary to help you with plans for analysis.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Technology advancements in hardware, cloud, and in-memory computing fueled this increase, followed by the boost from automation, machine learning, and AI. Additionally, software vendors continuously invest in tuning the performance of their algorithms and models.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 9, 2022

Pairing advanced technologies with deep-seated industry expertise, Loadsmart fuels growth, simplifies operational complexity and bolsters efficiency for carriers and shippers alike. Instantaneous freight quotes created by a dynamic pricing tool that delivers the right price with guaranteed capacity.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Shipping analytics tools shine a light on the value of informed freight management. Freight market participants need these top shipping analytics tools in their freight stack. Shipping status tools to track freight. Tracking shipment status is a core function of advanced shipping analytics tools. Download the White Paper.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

In this context, companies are looking for trusted solution providers that can help them design the most efficient plan and support them in the transition to ensure adoption of the new technologies. Aspen Technology is very well established in the chemical industry as a software provider for process optimization.

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Freightos

JUNE 17, 2024

In the first issue of our AI popup newsletter series, Matt Motsick, CEO of Rippey AI and a long-time logistics technology leader, explores buying or building AI models. Matt was previously the founder/CEO of Catapult International, the industry leading ocean shipping rate management system.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 2, 2021

Pairing advanced technologies with deep-seated industry expertise, Loadsmart fuels growth, simplifies operational complexity and bolsters efficiency for carriers and shippers alike. Instantaneous freight quotes created by a dynamic pricing tool that delivers the right price with guaranteed capacity.

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Log-hub

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

By leveraging these technologies, businesses can optimize operations, reduce costs, and make smarter, data-driven decisions. The Future of Matrix-Based Optimization The Future of Matrix-Based Optimization AI and machine learning (ML) take matrix-based analysis to new heights.

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Trinity Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

It’s a system that can create new patterns based on the interpretations of learned patterns. Foundational Model This is where the training/learning takes place, where you’re teaching the AI how to look at things and look at input. This model component is generally a conversational chatbot leveraging the LLM to create content.

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10xLogistics

MAY 14, 2024

Tools like CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment) can enhance this process by aligning all stakeholders on shared objectives and data. Integrated Data Systems: High-quality, integrated data systems are vital. Demand planning is not merely a logistical necessity but a strategic imperative.

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IoT World Today

MAY 21, 2020

Supply chain recovery hinges on incorporating robust data analytics and other data-driven tools into business operations to increase efficiency, reduce costs and proactively manage risk. It’s all exacerbating the need for having systems that can talk to one another, and it also can give people a lot of real-time information.”.

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TransAudit

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The goalposts are constantly moving due to factors like global disruptions, technological advancements, and evolving customer demands. Use tools to automate root cause analysis and reduce dependency on manual reporting. Talent and Technology Integration Resilient supply chains invest in both talent and technology.

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The integration of drone technology holds the potential to revolutionize how businesses approach pest management, presenting both opportunities and considerations. However, the adoption of this consumer-driven technology faces hurdles, including technical limitations and regulatory concerns that must be navigated.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 11, 2023

The concept of digital twins has emerged as a powerful foundational tool to drive improvements in warehouse productivity and efficiency. To define what exactly it is, a digital twin is a virtual replica of a physical asset, process, or system. Do they purchase a 3D warehouse simulation and modeling tool?

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Staying up-to-speed in leading technology requires time and investments. With all the current and upcoming logistics technology, it can be confusing for shippers to identify what will have the best impact to stay competitive now and in the future. HOW LOGISTICS TECHNOLOGY CAN HELP. WITH CAPACITY. WITH RISK MANAGEMENT.

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