Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 30, 2025

A lack of standardized ESG metrics across industries and regions makes it challenging to consistently evaluate and compare supplier performance. Without common definitions, ESG assessments can be inconsistent or incomplete. Visibility typically decreases beyond immediate (Tier 1) suppliers.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Trucker Tools and SONAR have partnered for some time to deliver real-time dry van rates directly inside Trucker Tools’ Smart Load Board. While this integration was a step forward in rate transparency, it didn’t address the complexities of flatbed freight, an important sector for both Trucker Tools and the industry.

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Conger

JULY 24, 2023

Need to know about pneumatic tires for forklifts and other industrial equipment? A Toyota diesel forklift with pneumatic tires Let’s start with a pneumatic tire definition. But pneumatic tires are also commonly found on different types of industrial equipment, like forklifts and aerial lifts.

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Freightos

MARCH 4, 2020

Using digital tools to help deliver great customer experience. . The digitization of the freight industry is about improving speed and efficiency. . Robinson all rolled out new digital tools in 2019. What does the oldest company on the top ten global technology companies have to do with freight? DB Schenker, Hapag-Lloyd and C.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Haven’t we been using the internet, Web, email, and other digital tools for decades in our business? The short answer is because many companies and their trading partners, especially in the heavy building materials(HBM) and construction industry, have not advanced very far on the digital transformation journey. Source: CIO ).

Digital 84

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Trinity Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

Now, there’s a lot of definitions out there, but here’s how I define it. This has significant impact when it comes to focusing a Generative AI into a particular industry, like logistics. Generative AI will make stuff up – the industry term is hallucinations. Another feature is enables tools to call digital actions.

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GoShip Blog

APRIL 21, 2020

New technology keeps reshaping the transportation and logistics industry, and the trucking industry is not an exception. The trucking industry has changed a lot over the recent decade, and there are some key innovations that will be even more impactful. Sustainability is a huge trend in the trucking industry.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JUNE 4, 2024

Intermodal drayage services ensure that the transition between sea freight and land transportation is as smooth as possible, reducing the potential for bottlenecks in the container shipping industry. We witness innovative tools enhancing operations and moving freight.

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Artificial intelligence is in its infancy but that doesn’t negate its current and, most definitely, future importance in all areas, especially logistics. This is true in logistics more than many industries. Humans helped our industry navigate through these issues. AI sounds scary, but are the machines really taking over?

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

Why are these types of tools important? I am hoping that companies think more seriously about hiring people that are naturally curious and try tools that will help them understand the metrics tradeoffs and embed those analytics in the their everyday life. They are typically in the high tech industry. Can you expand on that?

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 23, 2019

The digitization of freight is one topic that has generated a lot of industry buzz and animated discussion over the past couple of years, but also a lot of confusion and questions. Is it a disruptive force in the industry or a transformational one? He says, “It’s just another tool in the tool box. The value proposition.

Digital 79

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Down under, a drive to reshore Australian-made goods has become a definitive part of the Albanese Labor Government’s ‘Buy Australia’ plan. Looking at the pandemic as a catalyst, it has now become clear that industry-focused supply chains often operate in silos. Data-driven decision making to maximize value for manufacturing.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 8, 2021

As explained by Supply & Demand Chain Executive , “Digitization, software and giving shippers and carriers efficient tech tools are critical, as technology continues to modernize this industry. This means that the industry continues to move in the direction of improved shipping technology. Outbound tender rejections.

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Turvo

AUGUST 24, 2021

Today, the definition of supply chain resiliency has been changed in ways that have caused ripple effects. It highlighted the need for innovation and modernization within the industry. Real-time tracking and order updating tools. The right self-management options and innovative tools help drivers be more efficient.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 9, 2022

In 1990, technological research and advisory firm, Gartner, created the definition for enterprise resource planning (ERP) as: “an integrated suite of business applications. It is an important tool for sales, marketing, and customer support teams. What is ERP? What is Customer Relationship Managament? What does a CRM offer?

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Email vs. Other Forms of Communication For many years, email has been the gold standard of communication tools for DTC businesses. Your products are different, your sales cycle might be longer or shorter, your customers are different — so it’s useless to compare your conversion rate, for example, to an industry average. The downside?

eCommerce 105

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 8, 2018

The manufacturing industry has always been a hotbed for innovation and advancement — but it relies heavily on the workers who have the skills and training to fill those jobs. How can we help to prepare the industry for the next generation of manufacturers? Robotic Automation. Confront the Skills Gap.

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Dedola Global Logistics

MAY 14, 2020

From the very start, his goal was to be a transportation industry innovator by offering excellent customer support, anticipating service needs, and providing global coverage. We make your business our business by taking the extra steps to ensure you have all the tools and information you require. About Dedola Global Logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Additive manufacturing use cases, by definition, are not defined by the technology itself, but rather the value they create within an organization. These use cases come in the form of parts for new products, parts for aftermarket, jigs, fixtures, tools, molds, medical devices, and apparel to name a few. Jigs, Fixtures, Molds and Tools.

Manufacturing Procurement 70

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WorkWave

APRIL 10, 2025

The Daily Risks Drivers Face When operating vehicles in service industries, drivers are constantly faced with risks that can endanger themselves and others on the road. Operational disruptions: Accidents in service-based industries can severely disrupt the entire operation.

Efficiency 101

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Morai Logistics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Survey results from ‘623 supply chain professionals across 17 countries’, concluded that one of the top industry challenges was ‘facing global competition’. The definition of ‘supply chain’ has also shifted over time. These statistics confirm that to be an industry leader in this global market, supply chains must adopt technology.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 24, 2023

Coupa’s Take on Platform Fatigue The top executives at Coupa had a private briefing for industry analysts. What seems to be meant by many vendors is that their solution is a platform because they offer development tools that allow their customers or partners can use to build extensions to their solutions.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 22, 2015

As a company that makes specialized magnetic whiteboards, Magnatag works with employees who are implementing lean programs in a variety of industries. Good communication tools are important because they makes sure everyone is striving toward the same goal, whether it is safety, production rates or quality products. Identification.

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WorkWave

APRIL 10, 2025

The Daily Risks Drivers Face When operating vehicles in service industries, drivers are constantly faced with risks that can endanger themselves and others on the road. Operational disruptions: Accidents in service-based industries can severely disrupt the entire operation.

Efficiency 40

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2019

According to a study conducted by IBM and National Retail Federation (NRF), the retail and consumer goods industry is designating intelligent automation, also known as artificial intelligence, as the future of supply chain. Definitely not. What more is required?

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GoShip Blog

JULY 8, 2021

OEM Parts Definition . Some of the most in-demand industries for OEM parts include: . One of the biggest industries that supply OEM parts is the automotive industry. Mechanical auto parts (transmissions, engine blocks, batteries, brakes, entertainment systems, and safety tools) . Auto parts . Electronics .

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Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

By definition, logistics is the management of the transportation of materials or equipment from where they are to where they need to be. Obviously, this is a big problem in the industry. At Trinity, we offer tracking through FourKites , MacroPoint , Trucker Tools. Even worse, being behind schedule raises costs. EXTRA COSTS.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 20, 2015

The next posts in the series will break down metrics and issues to consider in SQM by industry and conclude with a case study on the application of SQM. The definition of this metric is similar to the way it sounds. Even in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and defense, this metric plays a crucial role. Cost of quality.

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The Lean Thinker

DECEMBER 9, 2022

The work also met every definition of “difficult, dirty and dangerous.” In the late 1940s the industrial engineers turned this craft production system into a factory system with the tasks divided between three shifts. ” The system was not without its problems, however. This all changed shortly after WWII.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 19, 2015

Even the freight transportation industry can't avoid this problem. Equally useful for industry beginners and experienced freight carriers, this e-book provides insight and a detailed step-by-step layout of what you need to do before you can open your doors for business. Let's get started.

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Trinity Logistics

MARCH 8, 2019

Not because you feel you must compete with them, but because you feel that you must compete with the general perception and commonly held old-fashioned beliefs that women still have to prove themselves in the industry. Now farther down the road in my career path, I have found myself still working in the industry, with Trinity Logistics.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 11, 2024

In this article we’ll explore the definition of social proof and its importance in influencing shopping decisions. In the service industry, such as here at ShipMonk, potential clients are making a much larger decision than a new pair of jeans. We look for “proof” that we’re making a good decision. There are many ways to go about this.

eCommerce 105

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RPA Labs

MARCH 31, 2022

Although Although its definition isn’t in any mainstream dictionary, CX refers to all interactions that impact a customer’s perception of a business. Automation is an incredible tool in the fast-paced industry of freight. In these analytical reports, more companies are seeing the benefits of automating customer experiences. .

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Turvo

JULY 30, 2021

It’s a Tool for Optimizing Loads and Capacity Planning. There has been a definitive increase in the number of shippers working to harness these new TMS functions and capabilities. Many of these companies consider the functions of transportation management systems in logistics and discover the benefits for themselves.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 12, 2022

At ShipMonk, it has definitely been one factor that makes our success. The Excellence in Customer Service Awards celebrate those who are winning by supporting their own customers and those who are developing the tools to help others find success. About Business Intelligence Group.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

My goal is to build a Supply Chain Center of Excellence here at Peapod that holds the expertise to leverage prescriptive analytics, utilize optimization tools, manage tactical control and parameters and drive forecasting throughout the business. One thing I felt very strongly about is the inclusion of a feedback module in the tool.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 24, 2018

Online stores have played a great role in developing the entire industry. As more and more entrepreneurs find their place on online store platforms, those platforms have developed new tools to make life easier for e-commerce store owners. This proposes the question of what will be a trend in this industry in the future.

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