FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 13, 2021

With the proper use of data and freight analytics , contract procurement and securing capacity can be enhanced. Freight consolidation (commonly referred to as retail consolidation, or simply consolidation) is not a new concept. Those are the founding principles behind SONAR SCI Lane Acuity.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Currently, we are seeing interest rates above seven percent , and the future freight market is not clear. As a Freight Agent, what should you be doing in this uncertain freight market? 1: Have Access to Data and Know It The first part of this tip should be simple. The second part takes a little more work.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 6, 2017

To improve warehouse and distribution center management in your company, instill these five tips in the minds of your team members and company contacts. Warehouse and Distribution Center Management: 5 Tips for Success. Control Both Inbound and Outbound Freight Effectively. Use Technology to Work Smarter, Not Harder. What’s Next?

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2015

As we round out the 5 categories, we come to the place of our expertise: Freight and Transportation Management. As a third party logistics provider squarely focused on freight and transportation management, we also understand that if we only talk about those two categories, we are not thinking well rounded enough. We hope you enjoy!

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2017

Launching your business in the freight broker and logistics fields can be an exciting journey. One of the best ways to get the knowledge you need to excel is to turn for freight broker tips in online groups. Let’s look at five of the top online communities for freight brokers. #1. Freight Brokers (Facebook).

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 2, 2014

For the freight world holiday shipping or for shippers in any peak season (such as those who ship plants for the spring time) it gets chaotic, everyone is trying to clear docs, empty warehouses, and get their books in order. We lose valuable transit days with shipments when carriers aren’t moving freight. Truckload Holiday Shipping.

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Freightos

JANUARY 17, 2017

Where Freight is Going in 2017. For decades, international freight’s mantra was a simple bigger is better. Sluggish global trade, reduced import volumes and record overcapacity showed that the global freight industry is in dire need of change. “the global freight industry is in dire need of change.”

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 29, 2021

(Graphics created by Emily Ricks) Understanding the nuances between freight carriers ’ business models can be confusing at best. Of course, it’s important to recognize that these categories are not identical to the four trucking carrier types. Non-asset-based freight carriers do not own their equipment.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Shipping air inside expensive freight containers has never been a cost-effective approach to transportation. Today though, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s even more critical to try and improve capacity utilisation , given the skyrocketing costs of container freight shipping.

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 15, 2020

Now the entire freight transportation industry, across air, ocean, road, and rail sectors, is awash with disrupted expectations and has retreated into survival mode. Let’s take a look then, at each sector in turn, starting with air freight. Air Freight Transportation Trends 2020. The Freight Rate Roller Coaster.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 31, 2018

This article will cover some five tips that you can use to write an effective transportation management plan: 1. The Freight & Transportation Management Trends to Know in 2018. Only those people who have duly completed the advanced traffic management course or its equivalent should write it. Download White Paper.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

Wouldn’t it be amazing if someone could cut through the hype and summarize the key freight and logistics trends every month? Short Term Medium Term Special Feature Carriers & Cargo Innovation Freightos focus November 2015 freight and logistics trends that rate. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE COURSE 6. Keep reading.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 27, 2015

As the world becomes hyperconnected , the demand for rapid response for concealed freight damage, general freight damage or missing items from shipments has changed. On April 18, 2015, the National Motor Freight Traffic Assocation® has amended the NMFC rules regarding the required time frames for reporting concealed freight damage.

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GoShip Blog

JANUARY 19, 2021

For example, it is important to stay updated with the latest NMFC changes , especially if you are shipping LTL freight, or keep an eye on the general rate increases of significant carriers like USPS, FedEx, and UPS. . We c an help you access more freight carriers and reach better flexibility with your shipping efforts.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 10, 2022

Here are 4 tips for to keep in mind while shopping and why the space is about to get a lot more competitive. More and more of the freight lifecycle is being handled behind the scenes in software programs, allowing companies to get more done without increasing their staff. Why Will These Tips Be Even More Important in The Years to Come?

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Of course, lower rates are great if you are paying for the service and not so positive if you are providing it. The Freightos Baltic Index: Global Container Freight Index shows that rates over the last six months are in-line with the historic average between 2016 and 2020.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 28, 2019

Periodically, we come across shipping scams by fraudulent people or firms impersonating freight forwarders and shipping lines. Of course, these fraudsters and scams come in various forms, mainly by those using a similar or duplicate name or those creating a fake website to attract shippers and importers. Do your research.

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Freightera

OCTOBER 13, 2022

With the season of spook upon us, we wanted to share some tips on how to avoid the horrors of extra charges or damage during freight shipping. There are ways to make even freight shipping safer, and dare we say, fun! Freight Packaging. Why do people enjoy watching horror movies? But a requirement for enjoyment is safety.

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Trans Global Auto Logistics

MAY 8, 2018

As the captain of your yacht, houseboat or other type of vessel, you know it’s critical to chart your course correctly when you hit the open waters. Although you won’t be consulting maps and charts, you’ll still need to plot the right course to ensure that your boat is handled properly throughout the process.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

More than a year into a freight capacity crisis that shows little sign of weakening, it’s time for all parties involved in logistics and freight transportation to meet this issue head on. Of course, all of this is easier said than done, but new challenges tend to require new strategies and new innovation.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 2, 2025

The following four tips will help you know what to look for among the products and vendors competing in the growing route optimization space: The Right Level of Computing Complexity: If the quantity of orders and the customers you deliver to remain fairly constant, you probably dont need a software product that builds routes from scratch each day.

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RPA Labs

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

However, freight chatbots can instantly identify a quote request, even in email, review data sources, and upload the quote for a quick solution. . Freight forwarders no longer need to sit for hours waiting on back and forth emails. Challenges of Freight Spot Quotes Without Automated Quoting.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 31, 2018

Of course, it always helps to have a few tricks up the sleeve, so warehouse managers should follow these steps: Increase forecast accuracy using real-time asset and inventory monitoring and analytics. Manage inbound and outbound freight vendors with a robust, precise inbound freight routing guide.

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GoShip Blog

JUNE 2, 2020

Even if your shipping strategy is perfect, and you are using a good shipping provider, sometimes freight damage is difficult to avoid. Of course, this might not happen to you, but when at a certain point you find out about your freight shipment being damaged, it is better to be fully prepared. What is a freight claim?

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Freightera

MAY 31, 2022

If You’re Looking to Ship FTL Freight You’ll Want to Check Out These 5 Tips for a Good Experience. You’re shipping freight and you’re not sure if you need a whole truck, less than truckload, or a whole smaller truck? In this article, we will run down a list of useful tips for shipping full truckloads worth of cargo.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Therefore, paying attention to data and building actionable metrics are critical to freight forecasting during COVID-19 and through the next disruption. The freight and transportation industry relies on applying data and information in a practical and timely manner. Connect your operation with near real-time data.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 16, 2018

The Growth of Parcel Shipping on the Rise Thanks to the Amazon Effect Overall, parcel shipping is growing at a robust 10-percent clip as all other freight modes are basically flat, growing at a very modest 1 percent. The impact is being felt globally as China’s parcel spend increased by 45 percent year-over-year.

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 6, 2020

Supply and demand has been thrown off course since consumer interest changed. Volumes have spiked or plummeted based upon mode or the kind of freight moved. Tips for Shippers. Here are some tips you may find useful. Thankfully the panic buying of toilet paper has halted, but demand for items is still unbalanced.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2015

Today we finalize our most viewed articles from the Cerasis blog by featuring the most read freight articles published in 2015. We have published now over 650 articles, and so you should almost find anything related to manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, transportation, and freight. . Top Freight Articles of 2015.

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Freightera

MAY 20, 2022

Follow These 7 (And a Half) Steps to Make Sure Your Less Than Truckload Freight Gets Delivered Smoothly. For example, the first tip we’d like to give you is: 1) Do not use just one carrier. That’s why the second tip on this list is: 2) Check whether your shipment really needs the whole truck. 4) Package your freight properly.

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Freightera

MAY 25, 2022

Follow These Tips If You’re Looking to Ship a Large LTL (Less than Truckload) Shipment Stress-Free. That’s why we’ve collected some good tips for you! That’s why we’ve collected some good tips for you! 3) Use (Freightera’s) Freight Shipping Marketplace. No matter how good our staff is, our system doesn’t lie.

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Now, That's Logistics

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

One to two weeks before the holiday, Chinese factories “speed up” their production, causing a surge of freight. Often the most suitable course of action is to settle all payments before Chinese New Year, to avoid any potential problems with late payment fees,” the publication points out.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

The information should immediately go to the transportation group so they can start to coordinate the capacity to move that freight. Of course, the cost is a factor in this regard. Pricing is the perpetual thorn in the side, of course, and it’s easy for one side or the other to take advantage when the conditions are right.

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Trans Global Auto Logistics

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Of course, even if you end up not making a major profit on the sale of a classic car, you can still enjoy the thrill of owning your own timeless old-school beauty. As a leading freight forwarder, we take pride in being fully licensed and bonded, and we are committed to providing you with top-tier service every time.

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Freightera

JANUARY 24, 2023

Follow these simple steps to make sure your cargo is safe during freight shipping If your business ships pallets regularly or occasionally, one or more of these questions has crossed your mind at some point: How do I ensure that my pallets are packaged safely for shipping? My freight is overhanging from the pallet — is this an issue?

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RPA Labs

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

However, freight chatbots can instantly identify a quote request, even in email, review data sources, and upload the quote for a quick solution. . Freight forwarders no longer need to sit for hours waiting on back and forth emails. Challenges of Freight Spot Quotes Without Automated Quoting.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 16, 2017

When you negotiate freight contracts though, there’s a lot more to consider (and haggle over) than the price per unit/tonne/pallet that you wish to transport. In this post, we’re going to share some suggestions, along with some principles to adhere to if you want to negotiate freight contracts that really benefit your business.

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