WorkWave

MAY 30, 2024

From selecting the right suppliers to fostering strong partnerships, this guide will provide valuable insights and strategies for field service organizations looking to enhance their supplier relationships. It involves effectively collaborating with vendors to ensure a reliable and high-quality supply chain.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 8, 2021

Data represents an integral part of daily life for most people, and it is no different within the transportation industry. That insight into how freight logistics and optimization rely on data and understanding the full picture is critical to making the best improvements in supply chain route optimization too.

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Locus

JUNE 24, 2024

We are excited to announce that Locus has been mentioned as a Representative Vendor in the 2024 Gartner® Market Guide for Last-Mile Delivery Technology Solutions (LMD). Recently, Locus was also recognized as a Representative Vendor in the 2024 Gartner® Market Guide for Multicarrier Parcel Management Solutions, 2024 (MCPMS).

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FreightWaves SONAR

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The COVID-19 crisis unveiled major issues within global supply chains and, as we have seen with SONAR freight data, volatility in the market. As core sections of economies around the globe shut down, manufacturers and vendors found themselves in a precarious position. HOW MUCH DO PAPER AND PACKAGING COMPANIES SPEND ON TRANSPORTATION?

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

More Resources Home November 28, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market. But despite reducing scheduled Asia – N.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The integration of real-time data and analytics into contract structures is not just innovative—it’s becoming essential. In essence, the journey towards digitalized, data-driven freight contracting is both a challenge and an opportunity. Join the conversation during our webinar on Thursday or visit us at TPM.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 24, 2024

At one of the demo booths, what stood out was the ability of the procurement solution to track savings leakage over the course of a contract. I have been to other vendors’ procurement conferences and cannot recall seeing similar functionality. However, SAP has a broader suite of collaboration solutions than other vendors.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

More Resources Home February 22, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market. America weekly prices decreased 7% to $3.65/kg

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Freightos

DECEMBER 6, 2023

More Resources Home December 6, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market. Freightos Air Index data show that China – N.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

With more easily accessible data and bookings, alternatives to, yes, historically alternative routes suddenly become far more viable. Despite the higher initial sea freight cost to the United States, this combination can ultimately deliver overall savings of 34 cents per kilogram when compared to Dubai…and a two day reduction in transit time.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 14, 2023

Original article: PODCAST: Modern Courier Delivery Compliance Considerations: Understanding SOX and SOC Compliance Logistics and supply chain are some of the world’s most complex and regulated industries, which has been further compounded by increasing reliance on data and technology in both fields. What Is SOC Compliance?

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Freightos

JANUARY 15, 2024

This is actually surprising; while some importers are concerned about the Red Sea delays, which would reduce available capacity due to longer transit times and turnarounds, many are concerned about too much capacity. Navigating the Storm: Strategies for SMB Importers in 2024 There is no golden ticket for solving these challenges.

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WorkWave

JUNE 27, 2024

This blog will delve into the current state of driver availability, its causes, consequences, strategies for mitigating the challenge, and future outlooks and long-term solutions. While essential for safety, these regulations reduce the number of active driving hours, necessitating more drivers to meet delivery demands.

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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

As a pest control business owner, you’ll also get tips on managing costs effectively while maintaining service standards, plus smart pricing strategies to keep your bottom line healthy. Calculating it accurately can help you make informed decisions about pricing, cost-cutting measures and growth strategies.

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Shipchain

MAY 29, 2019

Supply chains are often very complex as they encompass all vendors, warehouses, retailers, and so on that bring a product to life and then to a customer. Blockchain’s tamper-proof nature eliminates any concerns over data validation, costs of managing data, time delays, and human errors.

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Freightos

DECEMBER 13, 2023

More Resources Home December 13, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market. America weekly prices decreased 7% to $5.88/kg

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 6, 2021

Tracking and managing transportation by understanding freight data, particularly tender rejections and a cohort of core analytics, is the only path forward. The first step in building a successful supply chain is to start with vendor sourcing. Why actionable and insightful freight data, not more raw data, creates strategic value.

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RPA Labs

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Reducing Latency with Logistics Process Automation. Here are a few processes we’ve identified that contribute to an organization’s latency: Re-keying data from documents into systems. Document Automation — Many companies rely on employees to do data entry, document processing, shipment tracking, and invoicing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Greenhouses can be constructed to be like semiconductor clean rooms which would eliminate the need for pesticides. Greenhouses can be located near population centers and the growing season can occur all year long; this improves the freshness of food while reducing GHG emissions. With the Affordable Care Act, those days are gone.

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Freightos

DECEMBER 28, 2023

More Resources Home December 28, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market. China – N. Europe – N.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

The need for practical and applicable last-mile delivery in retail involves saving money and reducing the expenses associated with this vital yet often overlooked leg of the shipping journey. Proper management of final deliveries is critical for maintaining high profits and reducing operating costs.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Why Retailers are Prone to Supply Chain Attacks Vast and Rich Data for Hackers : Retail and FMCG businesses have a large customer base. Logistics management systems will typically have all customer data and this information is what cybercriminals are after. No customers want that.

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WorkWave

MAY 8, 2024

Telematics refers to the integration of telecommunications and informatics to transmit data over long distances. In the context of last-mile delivery, telematics involves the use of GPS technology and onboard sensors to collect and transmit real-time data about vehicles, drivers and their activities.

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Freightos

JANUARY 10, 2024

More Resources Home January 10, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market. China – N. Europe – N.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 9, 2021

With all the advances in technology and a continuous need to just do more with less, it’s imperative for shippers to start by assessing the quality of their basic data and analytics tools. The routing guide makes vendors responsible for using preferred transportation carriers or shipment instructions and yields value.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 12, 2021

Unfortunately, interpreting the data received is never straightforward. Erratic behavior in said data can lead to inaccuracies and confusion for carriers if the activity fails to conform to set standards. Even worse, data that isn’t monitored amounts to lost opportunities for improved efficiency.

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Inbound logistics refers to the processes and activities involved in managing the movement, storage and handling of goods, materials and resources as they flow into a company or organization from suppliers or vendors. Inbound Shipment Visibility Visibility across inbound shipments is crucial for efficient logistics management.

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RPA Labs

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

In addition to the optimization of workflow to gain more speed in business, automation is ramped up to reduce operational costs, collaboration is enhanced, logistics service providers can more confidently provide real-time visibility, and pivot from reactive to proactive management by exception to prevent excessive costs. Consider this.

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Locus

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Post this development, every retailer thought strongly about implementing an omnichannel strategy for their business to acquire more customers. Locus provides real-time post-delivery data to leverage as insights so that you can build a foolproof shift plan to accommodate orders and deliver on time. Why choose Locus?

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CH Robinson Logistics

APRIL 29, 2021

The Gartner Magic Quadrant recognizes vendors upon two criteria: completeness of vision and ability to execute, helping shippers visually compare vendor options and analyze how each provider aligns with their business goals. Turn data into actionable insights. Instead, they’ve become pillars of modern supply chain strategy.

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Parade

MARCH 22, 2022

It’s not technically a feature, since it’s more of an alternative configuration of the program, but it definitely deserves the spotlight since it gives the power of capacity management to freight agents, something that’s , unique amongst capacity management vendors. How Can Freight Agents Benefit from Parade?

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Freightos

JANUARY 3, 2024

More Resources Home Red Sea and Suez Canal Shipping Crisis Update Judah Levine Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Even with an international naval force in place, Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea continue. Europe prices decreased.

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RPA Labs

OCTOBER 12, 2020

According to customer data shared by RPA Labs , Freight Forwarders spend 113 minutes on average processing shipments, and that’s not even including time spent drafting emails to clients, waiting for responses, or digging up documents that have been misfiled or lost. Check and link house bill of lading into master – 2 minutes.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 25, 2021

Let’s teach you what each index is and what trucking KPIs are built using the data within the freight indices. . Maintenance expenses include all internal (shop labor, parts, supplies and tools) and external (outside vendor parts, labor and supplies) expenses. Maintenance Expense per Mile (MAINT). Miles per Truck per Week (MILTR).

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Retail companies tend to house millions upon millions of data. The vast revenue generated from customers worldwide corresponds to an enormous amount of data circulating within the retail industry. The vast revenue generated from customers worldwide corresponds to an enormous amount of data circulating within the retail industry.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Vendors must become partners Vendors should partner with enterprises in executing internal change management processes. Vendors should continuously validate adoption and assist internal support teams in using functionalities effectively. Otherwise, they’ll develop in-house solutions.

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WorkWave

AUGUST 19, 2024

Here are some strategies you can use to get started with the business name generator phase in your pursuit of name ideas for your handyman business: Identify Your Unique Selling Proposition (USP): Think about what sets your handyman business apart from the competition. Schedule your free demo today! Start Using Handyman Software!

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