Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

The transportation, logistics, and energy storage sectors are undergoing profound transformation, driven by rapid technological advancements, evolving consumer expectations, and the global pursuit of sustainability. In transportation and logistics, this has manifested as a significant focus on electrification and renewable energy integration.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2024

Joe Lynch chats with Matt Harding, CTO of Greenscreens.ai, about harnessing the power of dynamic pricing, and data analytics to optimize shipping efficiency. Learn how seasoned shipping managers can leverage benchmark data to make informed decisions, while understanding the risks of underpaying for shipping. About Greenscreens.ai

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 18, 2025

Mike is the Head of Intermodal Solutions at SONAR, 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. His experience also touched the truckload the domestic marine sectors.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2021

Top Trends in Supply Chain Tech with Charley Dehoney. Charley Dehoney and Joe Lynch discuss the top trends in supply chain tech. Charley Dehoney is a growth-focused executive, board member, and investor, with more than 17 years of experience at the intersection of transportation and technology. About Charley Dehoney.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 27, 2025

Ryan Schreiber and Joe Lynch discuss I don’t know who needs to hear this but… Ryan is the Chief Growth Officer at Metafora , the leading business consulting and software development firm that exclusively serves the Transportation, Logistics and Supply Chain space. Ryan was born and raised in Tampa, Florida.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 1, 2024

Shippers, brokers, carriers, news organizations and industry analysts rely on DAT for trends and data insights based on a database of $150 billion in annual market transactions. Predicting the freight market is always tough even for DAT, so follow them for the most up-to-date freight market trends and insights.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2023

Sarah is a Shipper Sales Manager at DAT , an online marketplace that connects shippers and carriers in the transportation industry. Established in 1978, DAT established itself as the go-to source for industry trends and market intelligence for transportation brokers, carriers, shippers, news outlets, and industry analysts.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Shippers are shifting from East Coast to West Coast ports ahead of a potential strike, impacting logistics and transportation services. Continue reading →

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

A seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience, David began his career in the transportation industry in 1995, rapidly progressing to leadership roles. As CEO of Smith-Cargo Transportation, he orchestrated a successful exit and sale to a private equity firm. Integration Capabilities: CloneOps.ai

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 18, 2024

We spoke with CTSI-Global to learn more about their approach to transportation management and the solutions they provide for businesses navigating the complexities of supply chain operations. CTSI-Global operates at the intersection of logistics and technology, focusing on solutions that address the challenges of transportation management.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Image source: iStocks | Top 7 Most Impactful Logistics Trends to Watch in 2025 As another year comes to an end, managers and business owners are dedicating themselves to a crucial stage in the success of any business: evaluating what worked and what can be improved in their operations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Transportation Technology Maturity Curve This is the time of year when industry analysts and technology pundits make predictions about the future. McKinsey has recently released a report on shippers’ and LSPs’ investments in transportation, warehousing, and planning technologies.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Anthony transitioned to a Corporate Economist & Consultant, advising CXO leaders and Fortune 500 companies on economic analysis, industry trends, and internal strategy. FreightWaves.com, the company’s news site, is the leading provider of news and commentary for the transportation and logistics space. pageviews a month and over 1.5B

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 1, 2022

Mario is the Chief Technical Officer at Reliance Partners , a commercial insurance agency specializing in risk management solutions for the transportation and logistics space. Mario Paluzzi is Chief Technology Officer of Reliance Partners , a top ranked commercial insurance agency specializing in Logistics and Transportation.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Matt is the Co-founder and CEO of Loop , a modern transportation audit & pay company. About Matt McKinney Matt Mckinney is the Co-founder and CEO of Loop, a modern transportation audit & pay company. Having studied engineering at USC and Stanford, Matt is no stranger to complex data problems.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Third party logistics providers that consider their activity to be rooted in traditional transport and the physical carriage of goods may go the way of the American railroads, which failed to see how aircraft and the private motor car would so drastically affect their transportation market and rob them of so much of their market share.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

About Linkage Logistics Linkage Logistics is a full-service freight brokerage and manage transportation company, specializing in high touch, high priority, full truckload shipments. The Summit will feature a variety of speakers and sessions on topics such as market trends, regulations, and new technologies. The Greenscreens.ai

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Leveraging technology and network data will be more important than ever to keep supply chains on track. How can technology help address challenges like tight capacity in freight transportation? How is automation helping companies improve their transportation operations? Read more 2022 Technology Trends.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Anne is the President & CEO of Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) , the trusted voice for third-party logistics companies of all sizes. Before joining CSX, she worked at the Association of American Railroads and High-Speed Ground Transportation Association. Anne Reinke and Joe Lynch discuss the state of freight.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This advancement not only speeds up delivery times but also significantly reduces transportation costs. By analyzing real-time data from various sources, companies can make proactive decisions that improve collaboration among stakeholders, boost operational resilience, and increase customer satisfaction.

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Dedola Global Logistics

APRIL 30, 2025

Global Logistics Trends 2025 Navigating Key Logistics Trends for High-Value Importers Sourcing from China and Beyond Listen to Our Analysis Your browser does not support the audio element. Let's dive into the trends shaping your import strategy in 2025. Don't let 2025 catch you off guard.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 26, 2025

Traditional supply chain planning, which relies on historical data and reactive adjustments, is no longer adequate for managing these challenges. Organizations examine past sales trends, apply seasonal adjustments, and make forecasts based on historical models.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 3, 2025

Heres an excerpt of what I wrote at the time: To derive business value from visibility, you have to do something with the data and insights collected. Its the doing, the actions taken to improve your transportation. I first raised this question in an April 2022 post.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 26, 2024

Various trends influence the Geospatial Information Systems market: the adoption of digital technologies, out-of-the-box GIS offerings, cloud and mobile deployments, and location-based analytics. But what caught my attention was its use in transportation and why it is so important.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 21, 2025

Understanding AI Agents At its core, an AI Agent is a reasoning engine capable of understanding context, planning workflows, connecting to external tools and data, and executing actions to achieve a defined goal. Integrate with External Tools and Data: AI Agents can augment their inherent language model capabilities with APIs and tools (e.g.,

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Meeting today’s logistics challenges of the three C’s – customer service, carbon, and cost – companies are not just looking at gathering data, but also how to better interpret and understand this data, and then use it to drive additional value. How about your need for a seamless corporate transportation analysis?

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 6, 2024

Moreover, the company provides both 3PLs and brands with invaluable data, making returns more efficient, intelligent, and eco-friendly. Provides return data and insights: They offer visibility into returns data, allowing businesses to identify fraud, quality issues, and other trends. The company has secured $4.5

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 2, 2024

As customers increasingly demand rapid and reliable delivery, optimizing this final leg of transportation becomes essential for businesses aiming to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Data-driven approaches, such as predictive analytics, facilitate real-time adjustments in delivery operations.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Automated systems like warehouse and transportation management tools improve load management and route optimization. Smarter Decision-Making with Data LTL carriers are using data analytics to make more informed decisions. Predictive data helps them better plan for demand spikes, like those during Black Friday or Cyber Monday.

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Ship Monk

JULY 18, 2024

Today we’re going to look at some of the consumer trends that might affect your preparations for peak season 2024, and strategies to maximize them. 2024 Consumer Trends Early this year, HubSpot released its 2024 Consumer Trends Report. Trend #3 More than half of consumers are being more careful with spending.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 27, 2025

Data fabrics, knowledge graphs, a digital thread, and digital twin technologies are critical. The Need for Speed When you talk to supply chain planning software suppliers, they identify similar trends. And the trends they are focused on have a direct impact on their product development plans. Their solution is known as Atlas.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 14, 2022

Author’s Note: I was asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Insights market data for additional insights and perspective. Read more Across the Pond: The European Transportation Market (March 2022).

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 27, 2023

Author’s Note: I was asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Market Insights data for additional insights and perspective.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In the ever-evolving supply chain industry, transportation spend optimization – or TSO – has assumed greater significance. The need to blend operational efficiency with sustainability and fiscal prudence has organizations exploring innovative ways to help ‘future-proof’ transportation spending challenges.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Author’s Note: I was asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Insights market data for additional insights and perspective. Read more Across the Pond: The European Transportation Market (October 2022).

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 9, 2024

We are uniquely positioned to serve a wide range of last-mile delivery industries including food, alcohol, cannabis, pharmacy, medical transport, garbage truck routing and more. Keeping a Pulse on Routing & Logistics Trends It is our top priority to know and understand current industry trends and challenges.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This is nearly double the amount from a decade ago and it seems to be in line with the trend of Halloween gaining popularity in the last few years with the help of social media. The data is accessible to state U.S. According to the S&P Global Market Intelligence Americans are spending upwards of 4.1

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