GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2014

We trudge on with our top posts from our main blog categories by page view for all of 2014 from the Cerasis blog by featuring another area Cerasis is an expert in: Transportation. Top 16 Most Popular Transportation Blog Posts of 2014. Read the Full Blog Post. Read the Full Blog Post.

Blog 92

Blog Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Expense Reduction 92

FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

The need to improve fleet asset utilization and to maintain better control over trucking costs is absolute. As explained by the Harvard Business Review , “consumers will continue to want low prices (especially in a recession), and firms won’t be able to charge more just because they manufacture in higher-cost home markets.

White Paper 52

White Paper Cost Reduction Price Reduction Supply Chain Software 52

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

We’ll publish every Tuesday right on the Cerasis blog and Freight Institute. The Guide to Reduce Parcel Shipping Costs thru Effective Transportation Management Practices. Download White Paper. Download White Paper. Download White Paper. We hope you enjoy!

Optimization Software 78

Optimization Software Cost Reduction Supply Chain Software Resource Reduction 78

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2015

Yesterday we kicked off our most popular blog post series for the most viewed blog posts in the main 5 categories we publish to (although you can browse all categories on the right side of this blog). For the Manufacturing Blog Posts, we saw a bit of a deviation from that starting trend.

Blog 92

Blog Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software ERP 92

FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 6, 2021

Figuring out how to improve annual request for proposal (RFP) bidding strategies remains elusive for many shippers, especially in the context of knowing when to expand the network to leverage freight consolidation. Why are shippers turning to freight consolidation to reduce transportation spend? Download the White Paper.

Cost Reduction 78

Cost Reduction Price Reduction Strategy Freight 78

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 7, 2015

Yesterday we had said we concluded our most popular blog posts by category for the blog posts written from our major categories for 2014. We featured out of our 200 plus blog posts in 2014, over 50 blog posts in the manufacturing category. Top 11 thru 20 Most Popular Manufacturing Blog Posts of 2014.

Manufacturing Procurement 91

Manufacturing Procurement Blog Purchasing Skills Sourcing Strategies 91

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 15, 2016

Download the guide, now , or read this blog first to find out what it’s about. Pain point three – For every minute that passes you’re losing money in labor costs, material waste and utilities. With those challenges in mind, a 7-page guide has been published to help your manufacturing floor conquer some of those pain points. .

White Paper 60

White Paper Waste Reduction Material Savings Blog 60

FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 26, 2021

One year ago, we wrote a white paper in which we estimated that the top five paper and packaging companies in the U.S. Packaging inflation is clearly part of a larger inflationary trend that has created headaches for shippers also facing higher costs for raw materials, labor, contract manufacturing and freight.

White Paper 52

White Paper Negotiating Skills Packaging Cost Reduction 52

FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 19, 2021

Operational trucking charges and costs are nothing new. To that end, here are the top steps for carriers to get more from their fleets and proactively manage operational trucking costs. Download the White Paper. It adds up to better control over trucking costs and improved throughput too.

Cost Reduction 98

Cost Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Trucking 98

FreightWaves SONAR

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

In the rail industry, we believe that mounting pressure from an activist investor may mark a dramatic shift in focus at Canadian National Railway from an approach that balances volume, pricing and margins to an approach that is overly focused on cutting costs and capital expenditures at the expense of service levels.

White Paper 52

White Paper Expense Reduction Demo Price Reduction 52

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 2, 2021

From a financial standpoint, transportation cost analysis remains focused on determining the value of the resources used to execute a given shipment and goes well beyond benchmarking. Without clear budgeting and cost-prediction measures, the transportation network will be unable to accurately plan for increases and decreases in expenses.

Analysis 98

Analysis Price Reduction Cost Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 98

GlobalTranz

JULY 28, 2021

An optimized supply chain is one that is as efficient as possible; it is more likely to reduce costs, increase customer satisfaction rates, and add value for stakeholders. Download the White Paper: Transportation Optimization: Its Strategic Role in Transportation Management. Defining Transportation Optimization.

Optimal Sourcing 126

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Optimization Supply Chain Design Software 126

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

In our recent GlobalTranz 2022 Logistics and Supply Chain Trends and Outlook white paper, our experts review some of the factors that will shape logistics in the coming year and beyond. As a result, many shippers are revising their strategy from just-in-time inventory to just-in-case based on the hard lessons of the past two years.

Trends 91

Trends Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Inventory Reduction 91

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

From a manufacturing perspective, there’s nothing more frustrating than computer downtime cutting into valuable production time and setting a project back by hours, days and sometimes weeks. . Manufacturers are counting the cost of failing to protect capital assets. Reduced production . Honestly, that’s pretty alarming.

Manufacturing Procurement 111

Manufacturing Procurement Production Expense Reduction Cost Reduction 111

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 26, 2021

A collaborative dedicated provider can deliver on critical service metrics and adjust to demand changes, while helping eliminate unfavorable market exposure.” Download the White Paper: Transportation Optimization: Its Strategic Role in Transportation Management. Reduced transportation spend. Reducing back-office work.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 113

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software 3PL Transportation 113

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 10, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a blog from out friends at C3 Solutions where they recap the top 4 must-read blogs in the technology and modern supply chain sector. 1 - Technology Reshaping the Modern Supply Chain - WHITE PAPER. Download White Paper. 2 - Supply Chain Fast Moving Technology: The Cost of Inaction.

Supply Chain Software 89

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains White Paper Cost Reduction 89

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 4, 2021

Truckload freight and transportation costs make up a large part of most logistical spending for shipping companies across the country. With surges in fuel costs and new fees, taxes and expenses levied on every load, budgeting needs only continue to increase. Download the White Paper.

Price Reduction 97

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Waste Reduction 97

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 4, 2018

We’ll publish every Tuesday right on the Cerasis blog and Freight Institute. Listen to “Why Shippers & 3PLs who Focus on Customer Service Reduce Freight Costs” on Spreaker. Download White Paper. We hope you enjoy! The Complete Guide to Freight & Transportation Accounting. Download the E-Book.

Cost Reduction 54

Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Freight White Paper 54

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

If you are looking to optimize VMI in regards to transportation management, contact Cerasis today to speak to one of our Account Executives or read our white paper on Inbound Freight Management. Mr. Higo said in response to the VMI for Supply Chain Cost Reductions post was: “Very informative article, thank you.

Vendor Strategies 94

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Modeling Software Inventory 94

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

We’ll publish every Tuesday right on the Cerasis blog and Freight Institute. What other cost considerations should shippers make when it comes to understanding TOTAL costs beyond the freight rate itself. Download White Paper. We hope you enjoy! Why a shipper should audit all their freight invoices.

Cost Reduction 48

Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Transportation White Paper 48

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

Looking to Transportation Data to Help Lower Transportation Costs. Transportation spending is a perennial target of budget-cutting exercises, and a large, multi-faceted cost center for many companies; some may spend three to six percent of their materials costs on transportation. Invest in Technology.

Data 94

Data Transportation Cost Reduction Material Savings 94

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2021

That includes analysis of current operations, costs by mode, performance and benchmarking of existing partnerships. Download the White Paper: Transportation Optimization: Its Strategic Role in Transportation Management. However, cloud-based systems can leverage APIs to provide seamless data sharing and reduce rework.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 123

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Modeling Software 123

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 24, 2021

The cost differential between dry van truckload and intermodal contract rates expanded to multiyear highs over the winter as trucking costs expanded much more rapidly than the intermodal freight counterpart. The cost differential expanded to 22.7% Download the White Paper. in December.

Cost Reduction 85

Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Freight Sourcing Strategies 85

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 14, 2018

We’ll publish every Tuesday right on the Cerasis blog and Freight Institute. Steve’s expert thoughts on what will be the greatest challenge for shippers to maintain efficiency and reduce costs. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER. We hope you enjoy!

Cost Reduction 48

Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Collaboration White Paper 48

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 7, 2018

We’ll publish every Tuesday right on the Cerasis blog and Freight Institute. Download White Paper. Download White Paper. We hope you enjoy! Why Blockchain will Create Extreme Supply Chain Management Optimization. An Introduction to Blockchain and Its Potential Benefits and Drawbacks in Supply Chain Management.

Cost Reduction 49

Cost Reduction Supply Chain Software Resource Reduction Digital 49

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 23, 2021

Essentially, this means that all the costs associated with shipping come into play without any of the income-producing benefits of shipping. Download the White Paper. These tools assist in the reduction of unnecessary delays in freight management , as well as providing a more user-friendly interface.

Resource Reduction 98

Resource Reduction Efficiency Cost Reduction Freight 98

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 11, 2021

As market volatility, delivery expectations and customer experience levels impact supply chain strategy, shippers are looking for new ways to drive operational and competitive advantage from external expertise. Download the White Paper: Transportation Optimization: Its Strategic Role in Transportation Management. Learn More.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 117

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing 117

Freightos

APRIL 16, 2015

Gamification of wellness to reduce employee sickness. This is pushing companies, even competitors, to combine supply chain operations on shared networks in order to reduce costs. [ Cleantech : Rising environmental concerns are being answered by technology that reduces environmental waste in the supply chain. The result?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 104

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software White Paper 104

FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Improve end-to-end visibility to reduce idle time and wasted resources. Analytics-driven processes must continue to remain the primary strategy for all managers today to improve profitability and increase revenue per driver and per load. Download the White Paper. Repair costs within the fleet.

Tips 98

Tips Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Operations 98

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 16, 2021

This means that companies with access to near-real-time data could potentially save by the elimination of lagging data. Lagging data, while better than no data at all, leads to unnecessary expenses and avoidable costs. Download the White Paper. Fuel and energy data also provide useful information in preparing a strategy.

Expense Reduction 93

Expense Reduction Price Reduction Data Capacity 93

FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 13, 2021

Moreover, Supply & Demand Chain Executive explains , “Developing a point-of-departure strategy for partial and LTL shipments can give small and medium-size businesses delivery costs comparable to the mega shippers. Download the White Paper. Reduce confusion in benchmarking and tracking performance.

Negotiating Skills 97

Negotiating Skills Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Data 97

FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

There’s a broad range of options to reduce rates and increase carrier revenue. Track truckload freight accessorial costs As reported by Inbound Logistics , “Carriers price accessorials, such as liftgate or non-commercial delivery, at a premium. Download the White Paper. Hold suppliers accountable for compliance.

Optimization Software 98

Optimization Software Negotiate Pricing Negotiating Skills Optimization Modeling 98

FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Download the White Paper. Trucking carriers offer a variety of services to help maximize efficiency and increase profits by cutting costs, reducing dwell time and eliminating wasted movements. Therefore, they are the ones with direct influence on how freight gets handled and shipped.

Waste Reduction 105

Waste Reduction Trucking Cost Reduction White Paper 105

FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 26, 2021

Supply chain leaders continue to focus their efforts on finding the right mix of assets used, market positioning and carrier freight pricing strategies. When the freight market meets expectations and is less volatile, it is easy for shippers and carriers to not look at inefficient processes or their transportation procurement strategy.

Price Reduction 78

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Waste Reduction Optimal Sourcing 78

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 4, 2021

Domestic transportation networks can better collaborate load capacity to reduce wasted miles and space. Make calculating and considering accessorials and fuel costs easier. There’s plenty that can affect landed costs. Download the White Paper. Allow for faster freight classification and rate prediction.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Planning Software Freight Optimization Software Resource Reduction 130

FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Wasting resources and assets cost managers a pretty penny. Fortunately, smart data utilization can help reduce deadheading occurrences and make the entire supply chain more profitable. Waste matters in the shipping industry because every instance leads to higher freight costs. This will help in reducing rampant deadheading.

Waste Reduction 98

Waste Reduction Data Expense Reduction Cost Reduction 98

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 1, 2021

If these rates do not accurately reflect the market, they can cost shippers significant amounts of money. Asset-based carriers should ensure proper pricing alignment, which eliminates unnecessary expenditures and costs. . Additionally, real-time visibility eliminates unnecessary costs. Download the White Paper.

Expense Reduction 98

Expense Reduction Price Reduction Trucking Cost Reduction 98