FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

As reported by DC Velocity , “the 2020 Fleet Advantage Industry Benchmark Survey noted, “11% of transportation fleets estimate they have saved more than $1 million in crash avoidance by upgrading to newer trucks with advanced safety features.” Request a FreightWaves SONAR demo to get started. Request a SONAR Demo.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

According to a survey of 250 global companies by the consulting firm McKinsey, 91% of shippers and 75% of logistics service providers have implemented a warehouse management system. I would sit through the demos, and I would think, how are these bots going to handle large orders that we routinely send our stores?

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Locus

MAY 20, 2024

A recent survey forecasts that retail sales will soar to $32.76 This blog delves into essential acronyms and abbreviations, from BOPIS to WISMO, that are pivotal for optimizing supply chains and elevating customer satisfaction. SKUs are essential for retail businesses to track inventory, optimize stocking, and improve order accuracy.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

This type of data must be actively gathered by researching market trends, analyzing the competitive landscape, conducting consumer surveys and focus groups. Take a quick tour of one of our automated warehouses, or schedule a demo of our industry-leading order and inventory management system. Qualitative data is more subjective.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2022

So, to learn more about these challenges and how companies are addressing rate increases, capacity restraints, and other issues, we sponsored a survey. Although LTL rates have been rising over the last couple of years, 81% of surveyed companies saw their LTL contract rates increase between 2021 and 2022. Our survey showed that 54.7%

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2023

BlueGrace Logistics sought to learn more about this dynamic and teamed up with FreightWaves to survey shippers about the state of the LTL market and their approach to LTL shipping in today’s environment. Shippers shared their thoughts about shipping and consumer demand in our survey. The following is a recap of what we learned.

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Locus

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The key lies in understanding and optimizing the concept of ‘ last-mile maturity. Drawing from Locus’s comprehensive survey conducted among over 150 industry captains and leaders, Mehul offers a glimpse into the strategies and challenges surrounding last-mile delivery. Click here!

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CH Robinson Logistics

MARCH 12, 2020

In our own survey of 3,000 shippers, over 60% of technology decision-makers said they desire improvements in visibility. Business case for visibility: Some of the common business cases and ROI for real-time visibility tools include improving inventory management, optimizing decision modeling, and revealing valuable business insights.

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Locus

APRIL 29, 2022

By using in-house fleet, delivery businesses can shape their fleet to meet current demand keeping an eye on future delivery requirements Greater control helps you potentially rein in costs during slow seasons, and have a more granular approach to optimizing operations that in turn, can reduce costs. Schedule a Demo. Conclusion.

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Locus

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

By adopting sound logistics and supply chain management systems, businesses can track, measure and optimize their energy consumption and implement green logistics initiatives. DispatchIQ is Locus’ AI-driven delivery route optimization solution that plans daily dispatches by intelligent clubbing of orders. Schedule a demo now !

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Locus

OCTOBER 16, 2022

A survey in 2021 mentioned that of the distance traveled by all carriers in the US, 20.6 Schedule a Demo Now. Optimizing vehicle capacity usage. How do you make sure that the vehicle space is optimally used for reverse logistics? Optimize last-mile reverse logistics with Locus. miles were deadhead miles.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

According to Dell’s Digital Transformation Index 2020, 89% of the 4000 surveyed business leaders stated that the pandemic highlighted the need for a more agile and scalable digital environment. Digitalization , data streamlining, or end-to-end visibility play a vital role in optimizing business operations.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 6, 2021

According to Dell’s Digital Transformation Index 2020, 89% of the 4000 surveyed business leaders stated that the pandemic highlighted the need for a more agile and scalable digital environment. Digitalization , data streamlining, or end-to-end visibility play a vital role in optimizing business operations.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 6, 2021

According to Dell’s Digital Transformation Index 2020, 89% of the 4000 surveyed business leaders stated that the pandemic highlighted the need for a more agile and scalable digital environment. Digitalization , data streamlining, or end-to-end visibility play a vital role in optimizing business operations.

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Locus

JULY 12, 2023

This enables businesses to select the best-suited carriers and optimize their daily capacity. Minimize cost per delivery In a recent survey, 300 logistics providers in the US specified that delivery cost is the biggest challenge they face in last-mile delivery.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

With unexpected volatilities in customer demand and a shortage in capacity, it is getting harder for businesses to find the optimal fleet mix. Else, it is optimal to choose outsourced fleets. A survey forecasts that there will be a driver shortage of 97,000 by 2023. What is the optimal fleet mix for a fast retail business?

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Access The Complete Set of Insights Adopting a robust technology to optimize and automate your last-mile operations is a logical way forward. Take Last Mile Maturity Assessment On completion of the assessment, businesses are then assigned one of three stages of last-mile maturity, which are: Emerging, Growth and Optimized.

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Locus

MARCH 20, 2023

The survey conducted by MetaPack highlights that more than 90% of customers consider delivery a crucial factor when making online purchases. Another survey by Deloitte found that 63% of consumers are willing to pay extra for same-day delivery. Ready to optimize your last-mile delivery performance?

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Locus

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Optimal route suggestions not only save on costs but also trim down fuel usage, making a dent in our carbon footprint. If an electric vehicle is optimal within a 20-mile radius and has charging points en-route, the software plots accordingly. But the benefits don’t end there.

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EazyStock

JUNE 21, 2022

In an Accenture survey , supply chain leaders said they would continue to invest more in cloud computing over the coming years. If you want to explore the benefits of utilizing a cloud-based SaaS solution, such as EazyStock, to achieve inventory optimization, you can book a free demo here.

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Locus

JUNE 21, 2022

According to a Statista report , one-third of the respondents of a survey of key stakeholders from postal, parcel, and logistics enterprises say the biggest challenge in last mile delivery in North America is the lack of qualified drivers for hire, closely followed by last-mile process inefficiencies. Schedule Demo.

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Locus

JUNE 9, 2023

A recent Insider Intelligence survey confirms this by stating that last-mile delivery contributes to more than 53% of shipping costs. The best way to reduce the distance traveled is by optimizing routes and the best tool to generate optimal routes is route optimization software.

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Locus

JUNE 9, 2023

A recent Insider Intelligence survey confirms this by stating that last-mile delivery contributes to more than 53% of shipping costs. The best way to reduce the distance traveled is by optimizing routes and the best tool to generate optimal routes is route optimization software.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

According to a consumer survey , 68% of said that they no longer believe that ownership defined status. He also mentioned how the Locus platform takes an algorithmic approach to optimization to make every delivery more efficient than the last one. The allure of convenience over ownership. said Mehul.

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Ship Monk

JULY 27, 2022

Demand forecasting helps you: Optimize inventory Align with your operational strategy Analyze demographic and product trends Surprise and delight customers Protect yourself against financial risks Prepare for peak season. Now, let’s go over the basics of setting up a demand forecasting plan that optimizes your business growth.

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WorkWave

AUGUST 19, 2024

Consider conducting a focus group or survey to get more insights on which name is the most appealing. GET A FREE DEMO 40 Catchy Handyman Business Names If you want your handyman business to stand out and be memorable, a catchy name can make all the difference. Schedule your free demo today! Start Using Handyman Software!

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Locus

MARCH 10, 2023

A survey of 1,000 global shoppers stated that curbside deliveries and pickups rose by 190 percentage points in North America after the COVID-19 pandemic. So, the key to a successful curbside experience is using the right logistics technology that enables optimal utilization of resources. Quite fascinating!

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Locus

DECEMBER 15, 2022

A survey predicts that e-commerce sales in India will hit the $100 billion mark for the first time in 2023. All these insights on last-mile inefficiencies enable you to quickly identify the primary cause of delivery exceptions and plan optimal delivery routes accordingly. Schedule a Demo. Source: [link].

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Locus

JUNE 23, 2023

In a recent global survey of 31,040 shoppers, 41% said they wanted to receive the product within 24 hours, and 24% wanted to receive their orders in less than two hours. At this stage, businesses check if items are safe and secure and if the inventory levels are accurate and optimized for better space. Yes, it is.

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WorkWave

MAY 16, 2023

Additionally, a recent survey from the U.S. Companies should invest in routing optimization software that allows for efficient tracking of driver hours and automated notifications when drivers are approaching their maximum hours. Adopting this truck driver reset hours policy also optimizes your business’s productivity levels.

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RPA Labs

AUGUST 26, 2021

Implementing new software requires proper onboarding and training to fully and optimally streamline the day-to-day freight management process. According to Supply & Demand Chain Executive , a recent industry survey showed that just under 50% of companies plan to increase their RPA spending budget in the coming years.

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RPA Labs

AUGUST 26, 2021

Implementing new software requires proper onboarding and training to fully and optimally streamline the day-to-day freight management process. According to Supply & Demand Chain Executive , a recent industry survey showed that just under 50% of companies plan to increase their RPA spending budget in the coming years.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

The result is a sub-optimal supply network, with inventory piling up at some sites, while dissatisfied customers survey empty shelves at others. Neo optimizes. He analyzes plans and monitors execution in real time, optimizing execution processes where necessary to ensure plans are followed and goals are met. Sourcing ?.

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Locus

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Steep shipping costs: According to a survey , 2,000 US retail shoppers say that the top cause (58%) for cart abandonment is high shipping costs. Schedule Demo. This could be due to fuzzy addresses to unoptimized route plans. Retailers should leverage cutting edge technology solutions to overcome this major roadblock.

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Freightera

AUGUST 17, 2020

Shipment analysis and optimization. We also learned from the surveys that our customers would be willing to pay for clusters of services if we came up with affordable subscription (SaaS) options. Dedicated brokers who can provide a consultative, personalized approach to shipping. Priority handling • Shipping labels. API integration.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 15, 2024

According to its annual survey, the National Retail Federation (NRF) indicates that consumers plan to spend a record $7.2 According to its annual survey, the National Retail Federation (NRF) indicates that consumers plan to spend a record $7.2 billion — or an average of $44.40 billion — or an average of $44.40 tons of fuel each day.

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Locus

APRIL 24, 2023

A survey states that last-mile delivery incurs more than 53% of total shipping costs. Schedule a demo with us! Schedule a Demo References : [link] [link] [link] [link] [link] [link] The post From Warehouse To World Fame: 12 Famous Celebrities That Worked In Logistics appeared first on Locus Blog.

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