The Lean Thinker

APRIL 20, 2020

From an industrial engineering standpoint, takt time is an expression of how much capacity you need. The whole goal of an ideal “Just-in-Time” system is that we have only the capacity required to meet the demand. If the system is even able to run faster than the takt time, we have excess capacity. Why Takt Time?

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 3, 2021

Nick’s operational focus and capacity to find a path forward, no matter the challenge, make his skills indispensable when working on a project, problem, or idea. Capacity management tools like Freight Friend. Dynamic pricing tools like Green Screens AI. Automated tracking. Nick Dangles.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 22, 2022

The platform empowers brokers with pricing and capacity management tools, each driven by algorithms based on a dual market approach that reduces the fragmentation and anxiety in a broker’s world and tech stack.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2023

She brings almost 20 years of supply chain and benchmarking experience to DAT, where she is focused on providing actionable insights to shippers through DAT’s Benchmark Analytics and Rateview benchmarking tools. The platform offers a wide range of features and tools to help shippers find available carriers and carriers find available loads.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 1, 2022

Flatbed Messenger eliminates empty miles by matching Home Depot’s dedicated capacity to Loadsmart shippers who need flatbed services. Enterprise brands looking to reduce empty miles from their dedicated/private flatbed capacity can reach out directly to flatbedmessenger@loadsmart.com for more information.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 1, 2023

Read more The post Leveraging Technology to Source Capacity Faster and Build Stronger Carrier Relationships appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. This applies to shippers, carriers, freight brokers, and others in the industry. As we move forward in 2023 and beyond, how will technology help facilitate and improve.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 20, 2022

Flatbed Messenger eliminates empty miles by matching Home Depot’s dedicated capacity to Loadsmart shippers who need flatbed services. Enterprise brands looking to reduce empty miles from their dedicated/private flatbed capacity can reach out directly to flatbedmessenger@loadsmart.com for more information.

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Food Logistics

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Transportation capacity management is not just a tool for efficiency but a strategic asset for strengthening carrier-shipper relationships. By leveraging TMS, shippers can build trust, enhance collaboration and achieve cost efficiencies.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 8, 2022

The world’s largest shippers and capacity providers use the Emerge Freight Procurement Platform daily, showing immediate ROI for procurement and saving valuable time in the process. Shippers absolutely positively need a good transportation management system (TMS) to manage their freight, but it not the only tool needed to successful.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Andrew Semisch and Joe Lynch discuss smart freight sourcing, which starts with an RFP tool purpose built for freight sourcing. The world’s largest shippers and capacity providers use the Emerge Freight Procurement Platform daily, showing immediate ROI for procurement and saving valuable time in the process. About Andy Smisch.

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Freightos

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Recent research across 50+ procurement professionals found them most concerned with the impact of external factors on operations, with rising costs ( 55% ), geopolitical disruptions ( 45% ) and capacity constraints ( 38% ) at the top concerns. As the global freight market continues to evolve, so too will the tools that drive it.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 11, 2023

About CDL 1000 CDL 1000 connects premium shippers with capacity from a marketplace of 26k highly qualified trucking companies. CDL 1000’s platform provides ports and railyards infrastructures with better tools to manage the movement of goods. CDL 1000 was ranked #3 on the Inc.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2022

FreightWaves’ SaaS product, SONAR, is the leading freight market analytics tool and dashboard, aggregating billions of data points from hundreds of sources to provide the fastest data in the transportation and logistics sector. FreightWaves provides current digital intelligence and context to the freight community on a central platform.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Load optimization algorithms ensure that vehicles are used to capacity, reducing the number of trips required and consequently lowering emissions. The technology’s capacity to optimize operations and promote sustainable practices positions AI as a crucial tool in the industry’s transition to greener practices.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 28, 2022

Maddox is responsible for engaging with shippers offering tools that empower meaningful logistics relationships through its award-winning Freight Procurement Platform. Currently at Emerge as Vice President, Enterprise Sales. The Emerge freight platform connects shippers and carriers with an RFP platform built especially for freight.

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ECW

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The Port of Philadelphia has initiated the Southport Berth Development project , constructing a new 1,033′ x 115′ multi-use wharf to enhance its capacity for diverse cargo types. Double-check documentation and ensure freight dimensions align with terminal capacity guidelines to avoid processing delays.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Consumer buying behavior has tightened capacity in all modes of transportation. In a 2021 study by Inbound Logistics, logistics technology providers said that 58% of their shippers were concerned with capacity constraints, triggering 68% of shippers worried about how they were currently optimizing their transportation resources.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 22, 2023

Do we have a demand forecasting tool in place and, if so, how good is that forecast? For example, we can now model adding or removing a warehouse, increasing capacity at our production lines, adding more trucks to the fleet, and basically any other change you can think of. First comes the data and how well we understand it.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Streamlined Onboarding and Risk Mitigation MODE Globals decision to partner with Highway stems from the increasing prevalence of fraud within the logistics industry and the need for innovative tools to combat this challenge.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) like self-driving fork trucks, pallet trucks, and tuggers are now a key tool for material handling in most industries including Ecommerce, 3PL, Consumer Goods, Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, and Medical Distribution. Could they help you too?

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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. If you were able to see current capacity trends, it would be much easier to understand if you were able to push the rate down or move on to another interested carrier to secure the best rate.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 24, 2023

Nick ’s operational focus and capacity to find a path forward, no matter the challenge, make his skills indispensable when working on a project, problem, or idea. Nick is a tenured veteran of full truckload freight brokerage who has firsthand knowledge of technology’s power in the freight industry.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

The software, called Capacity Optimization, replaces manual calculations that determine if deliveries fit on trucks and meet weight limits.

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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. An effective shipper of choice knows that freight data access and application of that data are critical tools for maintaining their status through routine and unexpected trucking RFPs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 2, 2025

These AI tools allow companies to respond faster and more effectively to unexpected events. Ford, for instance, has implemented tools to identify potential risks such as component shortages before they impact production lines. It has become a critical tool for proactively managing risk and improving operational performance.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2024

We have complete visibility of the performance of the entire supply chain in one tool. This was meant to be an internal tool for Lenovo. Then, the tool drills down and looks at real-time performance on late orders or parts. It might highlight logistics jams, manufacturing capacity, quality issues, or procurement cost trends.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 18, 2024

These initiatives also lead to cost savings by maximizing load capacity and reducing fuel consumption. Advanced route optimization tools further support these goals. Green Logistics: Optimizing transportation routes, consolidating shipments, and employing energy-efficient vehicles to reduce emissions.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Together, they break down the latest shifts in rates, the current state of capacity, and how unexpected weather events , like the rare snowstorm in North Florida, are affecting shipments across the country. The Role of Technology : How data, AI, and visibility tools are helping companies stay agile in an ever-evolving environment.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

ThroughPut’s AI-powered Supply Chain software predicts Demand, reorients Production Capacity, reassigns Warehouse Space, and reorders Materials optimally, so businesses minimize overpromising and under-delivering. Supply chain practitioners make decisions using faulty forecasts, old assumptions, and outdated tools.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Or they may have expertise in manufacturing processes and have flexible capacity to allow contract manufacturing for new product introduction. An example of this is Vendor Management Inventory and Capacity Collaboration for contract manufacturing.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

From digital freight brokerage and consultancy to software tools, they empower shippers, carriers, and warehouses to move more with less—increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing service quality. Capella’s journey from law/finance to co-founding LoadSmart, leveraging technology in transportation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 1, 2020

As the supply chain world continues down its digital transformation path, digital brokers can play an integral role in easing capacity constraints, opening up new lanes, and providing a benchmarking tool for shippers. More and more TMS suppliers are integrating digital marketplaces into their core TMS offering.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 10, 2017

Auxiliary power units (APUs) are one of the best tools that you can supply your truck drivers with to combat wasting fuel. However, be aware that state laws can change, so drivers and fleet professionals should always check weight allowances before traveling at or near the maximum weight capacity. Author bio: Robert J.

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Conger

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Understanding the types of forklift attachments and the vital role they play is necessary to turn a standard forklift into a multi-functional tool. Whether you’re managing a warehouse, construction site, or manufacturing facility, understanding these tools can help you choose the best equipment.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 3, 2021

Emerge’s award-winning marketplace provides access to direct capacity and live market conditions helping shippers and carriers make the strongest, most beneficial decisions when procuring domestic freight. The Emerge Marketplace gives shippers access to the lowest rates on live capacity with just a few clicks.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Volume and Variety of Work High-volume fulfillment centers handling hundreds of thousands of daily transactions need high-capacity processing and automation support. Traditional, labor-intensive warehouses may focus more on guided workflows, labor management tools, and mobile technologies.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

Warehouse capacity: The storage capacity and utilisation of existing facilities. Throughput rates: The processing capacity of distribution centres. Of course, it can add up to a vast pool of data, so realistically, access to advanced modelling and analytics tools will be essential to get the most value from it.

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