Locus

JANUARY 9, 2025

Logistics Delays: Reduced driver availability and stricter health regulations at ports could add days to delivery schedules. Transportation Bottlenecks Reduced availability of drivers and delays at ports are once again stressing supply chains. Tools like driver apps improve workforce efficiency while minimizing burnout.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 12, 2021

Carriers must have state-of-the-art tools and technology to track and manage unusual and inconsistent activity in near-real-time. But what are these tools? Easy-to-use interfaces to visualize market trends The tools used in the freight market must not only be up to date but should project the data in a simple yet cohesive manner.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Trucker Tools and SONAR have partnered for some time to deliver real-time dry van rates directly inside Trucker Tools’ Smart Load Board. While this integration was a step forward in rate transparency, it didn’t address the complexities of flatbed freight, an important sector for both Trucker Tools and the industry.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MAY 30, 2024

A spot rate benchmarking tool has become an essential application for brokers, carriers and shippers to have at their fingertips. Market Conditions is available for van, reefer and flatbed equipment types. The post Your Freight Rating Tool but Better appeared first on SONAR.

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Log-hub

JANUARY 21, 2025

Matrices are powerful mathematical tools that play a crucial role in supply chain management. In this blog, we’ll explore how they are used in various aspects of the supply chain, including transportation, inventory management, demand forecasting, and network optimization.

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3PL Links

JANUARY 8, 2025

A fleet management system is a fundamental tool in the planning and operational control of the logistics sector. By analyzing the set of vehicles available, the human resources, and the processes required for each delivery, it becomes easier to increase efficiency, agility, savings, and safety.

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Log-hub

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In our previous blog, we explored how matrices enhance supply chain efficiency, from inventory management to logistics. For better context, be sure to check out “Understanding Matrices in Supply Chain” before diving into this blog. Now, were taking it a step further. Read More In case you missed it!

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 12, 2025

BlueGrace describes this report as an important tool for measuring expected expansion or contraction within the logistics sector. Additionally, capacity availability has improved, allowing businesses to secure reliable freight options without the extreme cost fluctuations seen in previous quarters.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2021

But I was shocked to see my dad’s size was not available in stock. Is there a way they can improve availability during these special day promotions, so shoppers like me are not disappointed?”. Is there a way they can improve availability during these special day promotions, so shoppers like me are not disappointed?”.

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AIMMS

JUNE 25, 2019

Tools that are too complex or expensive: 27% say they do not have the right tools and while 84% of professionals say that they want an affordable solution only 54% of them think the technology available meets their price expectations. . Not all tools are equally data- hungry and some are easier to use than others.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

You’ve come to the right place if you’ve been wondering how to integrate modern technology into your business and what tools you’ll need. This way, you always know exactly what is available, avoiding problems such as selling products that are out of stock. Automated systems can track inventory in real-time.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 17, 2023

By implementing business intelligence (BI) solutions, manufacturers can gather and analyze this data, making it immediately available to decision-makers who can use it to make informed decisions and take prompt action. In this blog post, we will explore how manufacturers can leverage this technology to achieve data-driven success.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 13, 2025

With centralized financial, manufacturing, and operational data, information is available across the value chain from beginning to end and through all aspects of production. Production scheduling is the allocation of available resources to production processes.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 21, 2024

Today’s CRM platforms have adapted and expanded their tools to meet the needs of ecommerce businesses. Let’s take a look at CRM systems, the tools they provide, and the benefits they offer to ecommerce businesses. Here are some of the tools CRM systems offer.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 16, 2021

She is a contributing expert to LinkedIn’s official Sales and Marketing blogs and their “Sophisticated Marketer’s” Guides and is often called on to contribute to publications like Fast Company, Forbes, Money, Selling Power, Entrepreneur and the Social Media Examiner.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Automated Slotting — Systems integrations enable ShipMonk to automatically assign each SKU an optimal storage location within our warehouses, based on the item’s size, expected order volume, and warehouse technologies available. Contact ShipMonk today.

Inventory Reduction 59

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 4, 2024

In this blog, I will explore the use of AI/ML inventory planning for fresh products to optimize sales while minimizing waste and stockouts. For instance, if category managers want to aim for 100% availability of tart cherry juice, they can set the target service level accordingly and allow AI to optimize inventory levels.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 15, 2023

Although there are standard widely available tools, such as excel spreadsheets, that can be used to forecast demand, functionalities of such tools generally lack the robustness and data security required by most manufacturing organisations. The post Demand Forecasting in the new normal appeared first on SYSPRO Blog.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

If youve followed our blog over the years, youll know that weve shared lots of information about distribution network design, why its vital to get it right, how long it should take, the importance of reviewing the network every so often, and various elements of design such as determining the number of warehouses and where to locate them.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 10, 2022

Enables Available-To-Promise: An ERP system with Available-To-Promise functionality helps sales staff to see what inventory and planned production that is available to fill customer orders. Demand forecasting : Data on sales history should be available to produce forecasts.

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Freightos

APRIL 15, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Fifteen years ago, DSV’s homepage had this to say about tech: “DSV is committed to providing our customers with the best e-service tools available in order to create visible, transparent and high-quality services.”

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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. mile, including fuel, suggest there is available intermodal capacity in the lane.

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WorkWave

MARCH 20, 2023

One of the key factors in achieving this is having the right pet grooming tools. In this blog, we’ll discuss the best pet grooming tools recommended by professionals that can help you offer exceptional grooming services to your client’s pets. Pet Waste Disposal Tools 10. Undercoat Rake 8. Pet Toothbrushes 9.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 8, 2021

In this blog, we will focus primarily on OEM auto parts. . Availability . Additionally, most genuine OEM parts will only be made available after the production run has ended. For auto parts, since cosmetic parts don’t affect crashworthiness or safety, choosing cosmetic OEM parts is a matter of budget and availability. .

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Locus

JANUARY 22, 2025

Why It Matters Better Resource Management: Perfectly match staffing and vehicle availability to actual demand, lowering overheads. Similarly, Bettermiles coordination tools streamline driver-recipient communication, saving both time and money. By 2025, AI isnt just a nice-to-have tool; its essential for staying competitive.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

IoT sensors in the supply chain and robotics in factories are fluently available. In this blog we will envision the factory of the future and how it will change and improve the factory structure and processes. Improved quality and availability of information to provide critical business insights.

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ECW

JANUARY 22, 2025

In this blog, you’ll learn how efficient drayage services are essential for reducing delays and lowering your operational costs. Fewer available drivers mean less capacity to transport goods quickly and cost-effectively, which can lead to delays and increased fees. How the Port of Philadelphia Mitigates These Challenges 1.

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Envase Technologies

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Learn how Envase is leveraging our hundreds (upon hundreds) of collective years in dray-tech to make tools once only accessible to the major carriers available to all owner-operators. Read the Blog. Leveling the Playing Field for Owner-Ops. The Implementation Blues. Is your system due for a ‘Health Check’?

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GoShip Blog

JANUARY 5, 2024

The evolution of cargo tracking from traditional methods to sophisticated digital tools marks a significant leap in how logistics companies manage and monitor shipments. This blog will explore how these tools work, their benefits, and their impact on the logistics industry.

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AIMMS

MARCH 30, 2020

The examples below show you how to do this in AIMMS SC Navigator Apps, but we encourage you to study these scenarios in the tools you have at your disposal. . As transportation lanes become unavailable, the availability of suppliers and components will decrease. Understand Exposure . Study 2: Inspect Demand Trends .

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GoShip Blog

JUNE 1, 2021

This tool is designed to make shipping rates and service details available to its users in a quick and easy-to-read format. It typically includes pricing and current operational details, origin and destination facilities, and available shipping services. Hence, it is a fairly used tool for checking delivery prices.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Fewer labor resources are available to meet the rising demand in both the warehouse and in transit. ? Port backlogs, cargo limitations on container ships, and a lack of available equipment and port facility staffing.? Limited available real estate has further led to challenges as construction came to a halt in the past year.?

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Another reason for dissatisfaction might be the tools used. The top 3 bottlenecks companies experience tend to be poor internal alignment between departments, raw material and product availability, and inventory levels and management. ” – Tweet this. Only 7% of respondents use an off-the-shelf package.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

IoT sensors in the supply chain and robotics in factories are fluently available. In this blog we will envision the factory of the future and how it will change and improve the factory structure and processes. Improved quality and availability of information to provide critical business insights.

Factories 98

Factories Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 98

Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

How to Navigate Your Supply Chain During Market Swings Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 21, 2023 Market conditions play a crucial role in shaping challenges professionals face when managing their organization’s supply chains.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 6, 2021

As industries evolve the distance between the worker and the job has grown, for example back in the day the worker had one tool between them and the task. People are not always aware about the extent of the employment opportunities that are available to them in the manufacturing and distribution sector.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Moreover, 3PL providers often have access to data analytics tools that can provide valuable insights into shipping patterns, customer preferences, and operational efficiencies. By relying on a 3PL, companies can benefit from best practices and insights that may not be readily available internally.

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