Shipchain

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Complete supply chain transparency, unprecedented security, and the transactional capacity to serve the needs of even the largest Fortune 500 and Global 500 companies are all now possible following the launch of ShipChain Mainnet. This launch is a significant milestone toward achieving a modular system across the entire supply chain.

Capacity 20

Capacity Tracking and Tracing Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 20

FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 4, 2021

Here are 10 shipper of choice tips to help enterprises secure capacity and improve relationships with carriers, not to mention transportation brokers. The post 10 shipper of choice tips to aid in securing capacity and carrier relationships appeared first on SONAR. Focus on dock experiences for drivers. Request a SONAR Demo.

Tips 111

Tips Security Capacity Supply Chain Software 111

TransAudit

MAY 27, 2025

Documentation Errors : Incomplete or incorrect Bill of Lading (BOL) details can lead to billing disputes and unexpected charges. Staff Training : Ensuring personnel are knowledgeable about proper classification and documentation can prevent errors that lead to overpayments.

Expense Reduction 61

Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Material Savings Negotiating Skills 61

Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 7, 2025

Organize Documentation : Keep all driver logs, inspection reports, and maintenance records up-to-date and easily accessible. Tighter Capacity : With carriers focusing on compliance, there could be temporary tightness in capacity. Provide training on what to expect during inspections and how to handle questions from inspectors.

Case Study 62

Case Study Compliance Buyer Training Study 62

Parade

JUNE 8, 2021

This document outlines all the Parade features specifically built to support third-party logistics (3PL) agency models. Specifically, agents want to keep their load, and shipment data separate, but want to reap the benefits of capacity information. Access real-time capacity shared across all agencies.

Collaboration 78

Collaboration Modeling Software Capacity Automation 78

Parade

JUNE 8, 2021

This document outlines all the Parade features specifically built to support third-party logistics (3PL) agency models. Specifically, agents want to keep their load, and shipment data separate, but want to reap the benefits of capacity information. Access real-time capacity shared across all agencies.

Collaboration 78

Collaboration Modeling Software Capacity Automation 78

Freightera

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Unlike FTL, where one shipper books an entire truck for their load, LTL requires additional care to be put into accurate labeling, documentation, and packaging to ensure that goods are not lost or damaged. Prepare Accurate Customs Documentation Customs clearance is one of the most complex aspects of LTL importation. Ready to ship?

Freight 50

Freight Optimization Software Document Packaging 50

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Tracy is an expert in track-and-trace, monitoring and documenting the movement and status of orders and shipments throughout their journeys, from origin to final destination. Sam is an expert in supplier collaboration, automating documentation, updating records, identifying anomalies, and managing supplier communication.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 61

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software 61

TransAudit

MAY 27, 2025

Documentation Errors : Incomplete or incorrect Bill of Lading (BOL) details can lead to billing disputes and unexpected charges. Staff Training : Ensuring personnel are knowledgeable about proper classification and documentation can prevent errors that lead to overpayments.

Expense Reduction 52

Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Material Savings Negotiating Skills 52

Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 8, 2021

MANUAL PROCESS: DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT. Manually managing documents or paperwork is monotonous and outdated. Everything from manually completing the documents to organizing and filing takes a significant amount of time. Not to mention the process of searching for the documents you need later. According to a report by?

Cost Reduction 118

Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 118

Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 2, 2024

What Shippers Can Expect During this week, shippers can typically expect some impact on transportation capacity and pricing within the freight market. As a result, there could be a temporary tightening of capacity in the freight market as carriers prioritize compliance and may be more selective with the loads they accept.

Material Savings 126

Material Savings Supply Chain Planning Software Compliance Price Reduction 126

Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Capacity crunches have different causes. What’s in this article: What is a capacity crunch? What causes a capacity crunch? What can shippers do to prepare for tight capacity? How can a 3PL provider help with capacity crunches? What causes a capacity crunch, and how does it impact your business?

Material Savings 62

Material Savings Capacity Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction 62

Logistics in War

MAY 11, 2023

By David Beaumont National Defence: Defence Strategic Review was released to the public on 24 April 2023, to a defence ‘community’ only too eager to scrutinise the document for its consequences on the ADF’s capability mix. Naturally, there is a way to go to realise the intention of the document as many sceptical commentators point out.

Military 127

Military Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics 127

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. million+ transactions annually This network effect means better visibility, more competitive rates, and unparalleled connectivity across the global logistics landscape.

Optimal Sourcing 62

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Supply Chain Design Software 62

MTS Logistics

AUGUST 10, 2020

Less than Container Load (LCL) is a term used to describe the transportation of small ocean freight shipments not requiring the full capacity of an ocean container. Documentation: it can be multiple items for different documentation (e.g. Documentation fee may be considered per shipment. What is an LCL shipment?

Negotiating Skills 98

Negotiating Skills Freight Document Price Reduction 98

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 23, 2025

Supply chain managers will need to assess supplier capacity, evaluate long-term sourcing contracts, and consider geographic diversification to reduce risk associated with seasonality and regional sourcing limitations. This introduces timelines for supplier vetting, site audits, documentation review, and performance testing.

Manufacturing Procurement 68

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Sourcing Strategies 68

MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Expertise of Freight Forwarders Freight forwarders are well-versed in the knowledge of how to handle the customs regulations and documentation for your international shipments. More Capacity and Cost Reduction A freight forwarder can develop several relationships and partnerships with all the carriers in the industry.

Freight forwarding 111

Freight forwarding Negotiating Skills Freight Negotiate Pricing 111

MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The capacity to influence the purchasing experience, engage customers throughout the entire delivery lifecycle, and offer valuable real-time delivery information sets market leaders apart from their competitors. What sets shipping and logistics companies apart for great customer service? In our view, their success is our success.

Examples 105

Examples Logistics Network Optimization Software Resource Reduction Buyer Training 105

MTS Logistics

APRIL 19, 2021

Provide the Right Documents and Ensure That the Provided Information is Correct. Proper documentation on import/export items is a must to meet regulation requirements. A 13,000-TEU ship has a fixed capacity and will not be able to accommodate even one more TEU. Implement Triangulation to Avoid Shipping Empty Containers.

Negotiating Skills 98

Negotiating Skills Efficiency How To Purchasing Skills 98

Trinity Logistics

JUNE 3, 2021

Keeping proper documentation of data throughout your supply chain can seem difficult but modern technology like a transportation management system (TMS) , can simplify this cold chain challenge. TEMPERATURE-CONTROLLED SHIPPING CAPACITY. Another significant cold chain challenge is available capacity.

Supply Chain Planning Software 147

Supply Chain Planning Software Temperature Supply Chain Software Waste Reduction 147

Fleet Owner

OCTOBER 22, 2019

The M100 rotator offers a true 200,000-pound lifting capacity that was engineered, tested and documented to the highest SAE standards, Mill Miller Industries recently unveiled the new Century M100, which it says is the first 100-ton rolling rotator.

Industry 72

Industry Document Capacity 72

RPA Labs

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Optical character recognition (OCR) is automation software designed to convert digital document images into editable text. In practice, this process involves scanning a document, such as a paper bill of lading, into a computer. What Is OCR-Only Automation? OCR-Only Automation Requires the Next-Best-Action, Acting on the Information.

Supply Chain Software 85

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Design 85

3PL Links

JANUARY 8, 2025

Capacity, these metrics are essential for managers to analyze the operation and opportunities for improvement. Two of the most common measures are average delivery time and assessment of fleet vehicle capacity. Quality, aiming to reconcile excellence and savings in favor of a good service provided.

Optimal Sourcing 62

Optimal Sourcing Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Expense Reduction 62

TransAudit

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Virtually every business has a relationship with a transportation company, which should be documented in a formal contract called a transportation contract. This document is legally binding once it has been signed. All of these documents are critical for businesses, carriers, and brokers.

Negotiating Skills 93

Negotiating Skills Transportation Purchasing Skills Cost Reduction 93

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

Proof of delivery, invoice papers, container manifests, and other vital documents and forms must be handled and managed efficiently at the time of delivery. Customers view brands favorably that provide solid last-mile shipping in retail that takes care of all the final red tape, paperwork, and documentation required.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 150

3PL Links

DECEMBER 10, 2024

LTL freight refers to the shipment of items that cannot occupy a full trailer container due to their weight, packaging structure, or shipping capacity. Shipping a truck at half or less of its load capacity wastes space, time, and money. What is LTL freight? LTL shipping having more cargo on a truck reduces the number of trailers.

Optimal Sourcing 62

Optimal Sourcing Purchasing Skills 3PL Price Reduction 62

Shipping and Freight Resource

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

2020 threw at us a potent concoction of virulent market conditions including a pandemic, skyrocketing freight rates, reduced availability of space and equipment on container ships, unprecedented demand and port congestions along with the usual documentation and visibility issues that we have been facing for years.

Supply Chain Software 87

Supply Chain Software Freight Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction 87

Dedola Global Logistics

MAY 21, 2021

This is because large packages can take up more of an airplane cargo capacity than smaller, heavier items, even when they’re comparatively lighter in weight. It allows airline carriers to select the overall size and weight of goods, making it easier to calculate the overall freight capacity required. Direct Service vs.

Freight 98

Freight Freight forwarding Cost Reduction Packaging 98

Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

They play a critical role in route optimization, documentation, and managing the entire transportation process, including warehousing and distribution. This includes optimizing packaging, ensuring compliance with destination requirements, and preparing accurate documentation to avoid delays.

Freight forwarding 105

Freight forwarding Reliability Efficiency Freight 105

Conger

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The condition of tires is also critical as worn or damaged tires can compromise the forkstability and load capacity. Propane tank security Tank condition Fuel leaks Pressure relief valve Converter/regulator system Ventilation & emissions Accurate documentation of propane inspections ensures OSHA compliance and helps prevent safety issues.

Compliance 69

Compliance Optimization Software Maintainability Cost Reduction 69

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 1, 2022

A BOM may be a relatively simple document or a complex, multi-levelled product description made from multiple sub-assemblies. In case of material shortages, manufacturers can switch to the alternate BOMs on the shop floor, using up alternate stock or production capacity. This all improves customer satisfaction in the organization.

Optimal Sourcing 111

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Inventory Reduction 111

Trinity Logistics

MAY 9, 2022

Managing transportation costs is a top challenge for shippers, while another challenge that goes in hand is sourcing consistent and reliable capacity. Some believe the spot market is the way for shippers to save money and stay on top of capacity, while others think it’s contract. Here enters the contract and spot markets.

Freight 116

Freight Price Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software 116

Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

Simple invoice & document setup (e.g. As brokers prioritize, investing in tools like , OpenEnvoy can help amplify and secure the digital efficiency gains made up-stream in tools that accelerate buying and selling freight capacity. Key Features: Basic Auditing. Activity Logs & Analytics. contract, bill of ladings).

Supply Chain Software 148

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Resource Reduction Cost Reduction 148

Airfreight Logistics

MAY 19, 2020

The prerequisite for such a conversion from a passenger to a cargo aircraft is comprehensive technical documentation. For example, cargo has a different floor load, i.e. the structural load capacity of a passenger aircraft is lower than that of a cargo aircraft. Now, four of them transport urgently needed medical supplies.

Cargo 74

Cargo Document Transportation Security 74

Trinity Logistics

MAY 16, 2024

Chassis/Equipment Shortages Just like there can be ebbs and flows with truck trailer capacity, drayage brings the concern of its own equipment shortages. Customs clearance is often the most common cause of delays as the process can be intensive, and any improper documentation or misclassified products can cause a holdup.

Tips 117

Tips Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning 117

GlobalTranz

MARCH 1, 2021

Reduce confusion over bookings, pickups, and deliveries by sharing critical documents within an overarching TMS platform. Instantly access GlobalTranz’s nationwide multimodal carrier network and find the capacity and reliable service you need.

Cost Reduction 114

Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Optimization Software Strategy 114

Shipping and Freight Resource

JULY 31, 2021

Read vessel documents that set forth cargo loading and securing procedures, capacities, and stability factors to ascertain cargo capabilities according to design and cargo regulations. Take photos and document findings to produce a report. PDF format printers and document protection facilities are available.

Refrigeration 94

Refrigeration Survey Cargo Document 94