Freightos

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Judah Levine Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement Book a Demo Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) increased 3% to $1,609/FEU. Asia-US East Coast prices (FBX03 Weekly) climbed 7% to $2,357/FEU.

Negotiating Skills 133

Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction 133

Parade

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

We recently published , a blog post about how Parade is different from other capacity management vendors, but then we realized there were even more unique features that Parade offers their customers. Parade is considered the top capacity management solution by most of the supply chain industry. You read that right.

Vendor Strategies 78

Vendor Strategies Capacity Price Reduction Networks 78

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.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 150

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 30, 2021

Establishing a practical freight routing guide helps outline essential rules of engagement for vendors, clients and supply chain managers. With improved end-to-end visibility and network transparency, all involved shippers and carriers can significantly reduce stock outages and inventory issues. Request a SONAR Demo.

Compliance 98

Compliance Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Data 98

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.

Negotiating Skills 127

Negotiating Skills Optimal Sourcing Price Reduction Cost Reduction 127

Freightos

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Judah Levine November 28, 2023 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) increased 3% to $1,613/FEU. But despite reducing scheduled Asia – N.

Negotiating Skills 112

Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction 112

Locus

JUNE 23, 2023

So, knowing more about order fulfillment, its importance, process, and strategies is critical. With an efficient order fulfillment process, businesses can reduce their shipping costs and improve their turnaround times which helps them increase their sales and revenue. Let’s fill in! What is Order fulfillment?

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Vendor Strategies 52

Locus

JUNE 7, 2024

We are excited to announce that Locus has been mentioned as a Representative Vendor in the Gartner® Market Guide for Multicarrier Parcel Management Solutions, 2024 (MCPMS). To know more about how ShipFlex can automate multi-carrier parcel management to increase capacity, improve fulfillment, and reduce costs. and internationally.

Vendor Strategies 52

Vendor Strategies Gartner Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions 52

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 14, 2023

Government regulations like the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX) put additional strain on companies to maintain stringent data and financial controls, and often include provisions on how data is maintained by outside vendors and service providers. To learn more about OneRail’s last mile platform, schedule a demo today.

Compliance 195

Compliance Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 195

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.

Supply Chain Software 148

Supply Chain Software Food and Agriculture Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction 148

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.

SAP 144

SAP Procurement Solutions Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics 144

Freightos

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Judah Levine December 6, 2023 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) were level at $1,620/FEU. Freightos Air Index data show that China – N.

Negotiating Skills 118

Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Optimal Sourcing Vendor Strategies 118

GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2015

Investigate how frequently the vendor updates information and the level of shipper involvement in maintenance. Transportation Management Software Systems (TMS) reduces overall hard and soft costs of transportation. The Cerasis Rater eliminates the manual process. Make sure that the data is reliable and as real-time as feasible.

Supply Chain Planning Software 90

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software 90

FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 9, 2021

The routing guide makes vendors responsible for using preferred transportation carriers or shipment instructions and yields value. Compliance with routing guides can reduce costs like processing damaged products and saves time when the operations staff doesn’t have to figure out a shipment with missing documents.”

Freight 98

Freight Supply Chain Design Software Resource Reduction Vendor Strategies 98

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.

Optimal Sourcing 92

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Availability 92

FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 8, 2021

Reduce your carbon footprint by implementing better optimization protocols in place Moreover, route optimization today involves more than simply getting cargo from one location to another as quickly as possible. Reasonable rates and service packages can help improve vendor relationships and boost route optimization.

Optimization Software 98

Optimization Software Optimization Data Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 3, 2021

A TMS is a software program that allows you to manage your entire supply chain, including your internal logistics department, suppliers, warehouses, carriers, vendors, etc. You’ll gain control, visibility, improved performance, reduce costs, and eliminate manual, time-consuming processes. SCHEDULE A RISK-FREE LIVE DEMO.

Supply Chain Design Software 138

Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Procurement Solutions 138

Freightos

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Judah Levine December 13, 2023 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) fell 1% to $1,603/FEU. Asia-US East Coast prices (FBX03 Weekly) climbed 5% to $2,497/FEU.

Negotiating Skills 117

Negotiating Skills Optimal Sourcing Price Reduction Vendor Strategies 117

RPA Labs

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Reducing Latency with Logistics Process Automation. Three Areas of Automation: Conversation Automation — A proprietary combination of machine learning (ML) and natural language processing (NLP) allows RPA Labs to automate conversations with customers and vendors. Benefits of Automation: Error Reduction: Our error rate is 0.1%

Automation 55

Automation Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Resource Reduction 55

Freightos

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Judah Levine February 22, 2024 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) increased 1% to $4,889/FEU. American import hubs.

Price Reduction 71

Price Reduction Negotiating Skills Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction 71

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).

Gartner 52

Gartner Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Vendor Strategies 52

FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 6, 2021

The first step in building a successful supply chain is to start with vendor sourcing. Before vetting potential vendors, evaluate your business’ needs and benchmark your existing sources within your supply chain.” Request a SONAR Demo. Why actionable and insightful freight data, not more raw data, creates strategic value.

White Paper 59

White Paper Optimal Sourcing Vendor Strategies Sourcing Strategies 59

Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

It beckons us to lead with vision, ensuring our strategies are as dynamic as the markets we navigate. Ian Arroyo Chief Strategy Officer, Freightos Group Ian is a passionate entrepreneur, strategy geek, and people builder. Get Your Custom Report Now! He’s proven go-to-market and growth leadership across industries.

Negotiating Skills 62

Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Optimal Sourcing 62

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 12, 2021

Although blockchain is more popular in cryptocurrency, this interface allows the viewer to visualize and track transactions as they happen between vendor and user. Align fleet goals and strategy with market conditions by deploying FreightWaves SONAR. To learn more, request a FreightWaves SONAR demo by clicking the button below now.

Supply Chain Software 97

Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Tools 97

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.

Negotiate Pricing 52

Negotiate Pricing Vendor Strategies Negotiating Skills Material Savings 52

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.

Expense Reduction 52

Expense Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Vendor Strategies 52

Freightos

JANUARY 10, 2024

Judah Levine January 10, 2024 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) increased 60% to $2,713/FEU.

Negotiating Skills 117

Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Optimal Sourcing Vendor Strategies 117

Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

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. Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Negotiating Skills 62

Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Price Reduction Vendor Strategies 62

Locus

MAY 9, 2023

So how do retailers cut costs and add to their bottom line? Capacity Planning Chaos: Holiday and festival seasons trigger an avalanche of orders, overwhelming retailers and e-commerce vendors. Partnering with the right carrier could offer customers more palatable shipping rates and reduce cart abandonment.

Cost Reduction 52

Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Resource Reduction Vendor Strategies 52

FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 25, 2021

Maintenance expenses include all internal (shop labor, parts, supplies and tools) and external (outside vendor parts, labor and supplies) expenses. For example, the availability of qualified technicians determines whether or not common tractor and/or trailer repairs can be done with internal resources instead of external (outside vendors).

Optimization Software 98

Optimization Software Optimization Trucking Expense Reduction 98

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

If potential vendors have a business-minded team and a partnership mentality, ask them to help you think through what you need and articulate how the TMS fits into that vision. . Watch out for TMS vendors that sell a low-cost solution, only to make you rely on them for changes and support later on. Vendor fit. Adaptability.

Supply Chain Design Software 63

Supply Chain Design Software Vendor Strategies Purchasing Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software 63

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.

Negotiating Skills 139

Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Optimal Sourcing Vendor Strategies 139

Locus

AUGUST 6, 2024

Enter Locus It isn’t a startling discovery for retailers to find out that there are multiple tech companies that offer cutting edge supply chain and logistics solutions to solve challenges. However, not every vendor out there is the same. Finding one that works for your business is key. What makes Locus special?

Resource Reduction 52

Resource Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Vendor Strategies Capacity 52

Freightos

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Judah Levine December 28, 2023 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) increased 7% to $1,659/FEU.

Negotiating Skills 77

Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction 77

WorkWave

MAY 8, 2024

For example, integrating your GPS device with route optimization software enables managers to monitor whether drivers exceed speed limits, thus reinforcing safety protocols and reducing the likelihood of accidents. We are already working to integrate even more GPS vendors in the future.

Optimization Software 105

Optimization Software Optimization Data Vendor Strategies 105

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. Instead, they’ve become pillars of modern supply chain strategy.

Gartner 62

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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.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Cost Reduction Resource Reduction 52