Shipping and Freight Resource

MARCH 8, 2024

Dimerco, one of the market leaders and a critical source of data and insights in this trade lane has released its Asia-Pacific Freight Report for February-March 2024.

Analysis 40

Analysis Sourcing Freight Data 40

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 6, 2023

ISO provides a neutral, single source of truth for logistics performance, eliminating siloed systems and human analysis. Key Takeaways: Your KPIs are Broken ISO is the only Logistics Performance Intelligence platform that provides shippers, brokers, and carriers with the ability to accurately measure the total cost of transportation.

Optimal Sourcing 355

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 18, 2024

The intuitive augmented reality app provides data visualization and error analysis by merging machine, sensor and diagnostic information with the real environment using technology most people carry in their pocket. SICK UK unveiled its trailblazing SICK Augmented Reality Assistant (SARA) at Smart Factory Expo 2024 in Birmingham.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Predictive Analysis in Logistics and Supply Chain: How to Apply | Image source: Pexels In logistics, predictive analysis is simply the process of identifying and forecasting patterns, trends, and behaviors in both human and machine learning approaches, data, and algorithms. This ratio increased to 54% in 2022.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Their services can be categorized into three main areas: Assessment and Analysis Freight Planning and Forecasting: Loadsmart helps businesses predict future freight needs. Rate Analysis and Benchmarking: Loadsmart helps clients compare freight rates. FreightIntel AI: Their AI-powered platform provides real-time data and insights.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 15, 2020

A freight spend analysis can help cut those extra costs. Performing a freight spend analysis reveals extra costs deriving from unforeseen issues. Let’s look at a few best practices and steps to conduct a comprehensive, insightful cost analysis. Know the scope and value of a freight spend analysis.

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Freightos

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Sources: U.S. Well, an analysis of US import container volumes 1 as a share of consumer spending 2 in 2021 and 2022 to date implies that every $1,000 in ocean freight costs per forty-foot container accounts for 0.09% of personal consumption expenditures each year. Between May and September of 2021 alone rates tripled.

Purchasing Skills 62

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 26, 2024

So, when I learned that GIS can effectively be used for traffic analysis and management, my interest piqued. GIS is a powerful tool that enables the analysis and visualization of spatial data, allowing for the integration of geographical elements into transportation planning and management. How Does GIS Help?

Sourcing Strategies 156

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 31, 2023

A better way is to connect your Excel reports directly to the data source and get the same reports you used to spend hours or days creating, in minutes. Pulling data takes time and then you must format it for analysis and check for errors. Analysis is limited. You will need to go back to the data source and start again.

Optimal Sourcing 111

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Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 13, 2018

One of the biggest obstacles to setting and implementing strategies for responsible sourcing is accessing reliable and current data and analysis, according to The Dragonfly Initiative CEO, Assheton Carter. A new report assesses the importance of 37 materials to these industries and evaluates environmental, social and governance risks.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Anthony transitioned to a Corporate Economist & Consultant, advising CXO leaders and Fortune 500 companies on economic analysis, industry trends, and internal strategy. He led analysis around M&A, pricing sensitivity, competitive intelligence, and annual sales forecast for the executive team.

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ShipLilly

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

The average spot rates and contract rates are continuing to rise according to Alan Murphy of Sea-Intelligence Maritime Analysis. Industry sources indicate that some large importers extended their contracts with carriers. The post Analysis on 2021 Container Shipping Delays appeared first on ShipLilly. Contract Extensions.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 14, 2020

BluJay Solutions has launched BluIQ by BluJay, a data and insight analysis tool that offers real-time, actionable supply chain data in a configurable visual dashboard. With a single click, users can drive straight from the data visualisation into a transactional function to perform the action called for by the data analysis.”.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

He is responsible for driving strategy, customer engagement, and industry analysis. During his tenure in the industry, he built innovative pricing and forecasting models, leveraging internal and external data sources to improve internal decision-making and increase profitability.

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247 Customs Broker

OCTOBER 30, 2020

“Spare Parts Logistics Market Scenario 2020-2028: The Global Spare Parts Logistics market exhibits comprehensive information that is a valuable source of insightful data for business… The post Analysis on Impact of covid-19 – Spare Parts Logistics Market 2020-2028 appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 23, 2024

Collaborative discussions can help identify relevant data sources and metrics that capture the end-to-end supply chain process and align with overall business goals. Data inventory and assessment: Conduct a comprehensive inventory of available data sources within the organization, including internal systems (e.g., sensors, RFID tags).

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Planners spend considerable time preparing scenario planning and not the actual analysis. For impactful scenario planning, planners must spend time on analysis rather than collating data and manually creating scenarios. When evaluating new solutions, look for comprehensive inline or embedded analytics within the planning solution.

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Transporeon

MAY 3, 2017

. "However, only 50% of tender success, at most, can be attributed to a good platform with analysis tailored to the transport sector. " Another highlight of the newly developed e-sourcing platform is the ability to carry out short-term simple tenders.

Optimal Sourcing 48

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Optimal sourcing plant is different for different periods A baseline optimization model shows that depending on the period (month), the optimal sourcing location varies. While this sourcing strategy is the most cost-effective one, the business might not want to operate like that. In scenario #1 the horizon is 12 months.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

He is known for his insightful analysis of the freight industry, his practical sales advice, and his engaging and informative speaking style. He previously founded CarrierLists, a carrier sourcing platform that was acquired by Highway in 2022. He is also the host of Put That Coffee Down, a popular freight sales show on FreightWavesTV.

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Transporeon

MARCH 13, 2017

Procurement professionals, if you are considering a transition from manual and Excel-based RF(x) to online automated e-sourcing platforms, here is the information you need to mitigate fear, uncertainty and doubt in your supplier base. But feedback from suppliers on the available procurement automation platforms tends toward the negative.

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Dedola Global Logistics

MAY 1, 2024

Landed Cost Analysis For informed decision-making, a clear understanding of import costs is essential. DGL’s in-depth landed cost analysis provides full visibility into the total cost of your shipments, encompassing tariffs, taxes, and additional fees.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 7, 2022

How is your knowledge of cost to serve and the process of CTS analysis? In our work with clients, we often come across companies that have never had a handle on their cost-to-serve, and need extensive guidance in executing the necessary analysis. If you feel you would have to say “it’s pretty sketchy,” don’t worry. You’re not alone.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 24, 2015

Carriers in the trucking industry and also shippers today are actively looking for ways to combat the rising costs of operating their businesses, but they often do not fully understand proper benchmarking, transportation cost analysis, and profit management are intertwined. The ATA can also provide you with specific materials on the subject.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

[og_img] For more than three years, sourcing and procurement teams have had to grapple with the potential implications of the UK withdrawing from the European… The post Logistics Manager Analysis: supply chain and procurement – deal or no deal? appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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247 Customs Broker

JULY 15, 2020

Can supply… The post Logistics Manager Analysis: Are fashion supply chains unravelling? With stores closed and consumers in lockdown, e-commerce alone has not been able to relieve the pressure on the high-turnover world of fashion. appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Companies can overcome some of the uncertainty they face in product cost estimation with a practice called “should cost” — and deliver smarter design, strategic sourcing and faster time to market.

Production 59

Production Analysis Sourcing 59

SIPMM Professional Publications

APRIL 18, 2019

A digital data warehouse is designed with the purpose of improving business decisions by allowing data consolidation, analysis, and reporting at different aggregate levels. It provides a single, comprehensive source […]. New technologies and tools are coming up to meet our needs.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 18, 2024

Excel analysis of the new SONAR tool shows how truckload competes with rail intermodal by lane Prior to last month, SONAR data was available in two ways: by using the browser-based visualization tool or via an API connection. Source: SONAR I selected the 15 lanes with the greatest domestic intermodal density, starting with LA to Chicago.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 13, 2024

Per their analysis for the last 15 years, the risk level went up from 2.0 It’s worth even checking where/how companies’ main factories are doing sourcing from and de-risking sourcing by switching (if possible) to areas where threat levels are much lower. levels into 2.4 – an increase of 20%.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 7, 2024

Bank , offering a comprehensive analysis of freight shipping rates. Drawing on a wealth of reliable sources, including FreightWaves’ extensive SONAR datasets, BlueGrace Logistics’ operational perspectives, and US Bank’s financial insights, the report delivers a holistic view of current shipping rate trends.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Bank , offering a comprehensive analysis of freight shipping rates. Drawing on a wealth of reliable sources, including FreightWaves’ extensive SONAR datasets, BlueGrace Logistics’ operational perspectives, and US Bank’s financial insights, the report delivers a holistic view of current shipping rate trends.

Collaboration 111

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2023

Established in 1978, DAT established itself as the go-to source for industry trends and market intelligence for transportation brokers, carriers, shippers, news outlets, and industry analysts.

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247 Customs Broker

JULY 15, 2020

Can supply… The post Logistics Manager Analysis: Are fashion supply chains unravelling? With stores closed and consumers in lockdown, e-commerce alone has not been able to relieve the pressure on the high-turnover world of fashion. – Logistics Manager Magazine appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 29, 2024

Dynamic Slotting involves the use of software and algorithms to perform velocity and affinity analysis, in a real-time, ever adapting fashion, through the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning. By conducting a velocity analysis, the software can categorize products based on their demand and importance.

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247 Customs Broker

MAY 18, 2020

Consumer behaviour has… The post Logistics Manager Analysis: Planning and forecasting…sense and sensitivity? Volatile markets are a challenge to forecast but new developments in demand sensing are enabling a more nuanced approach. Johanna Parsons investigates. appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Doing so helps organizations detect market shifts and makes supply chain decisions more forward-looking than an analysis of the past, present, and at best, a tactical view of the future. By identifying these gaps, you can create sourcing events to close them. <br>- Organize sourcing events to address gaps.

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