Freight Capacity Trends During the Coronavirus Pandemic
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MAY 12, 2020
Meta description Freightquote addresses current shipping capacity trends during the coronavirus, including trends for LTL and TL freight shipping.
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How to Market Logistics Services: New Research Provides Direct Advice from Buyers
Logistics Marketing Advisors
MAY 15, 2020
Wouldn’t it be great if our prospects – the buyers of logistics products and services – told us the very best way to get and keep their attention? Well, they kind of have. Every two years, our firm has been asking these very questions and publishing the results in a report entitled, aptly, Marketing Logistics Services: How to Get, and Keep, the Attention of Buyers of Logistics Products & Services.
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Dispatching Errors: Best Practices to Avoid Mistakes
United World Transporation
MAY 14, 2020
Dispatching is the most important first step in the hauling process. For refrigerated transportation, there are many elements that need to be communicated to the driver to ensure that the load will be transported successfully. With so many details included in the dispatching process, mistakes are inevitable and as we are all human, they do happen. There are some best practices you can take to avoid mistakes and areas that will ensure any mistake will be caught early on.
Small Businesses Reopening: How to Get Back On Track
GoShip Blog
MAY 12, 2020
There is a lot of controversy around the topic of reopening the US economy and how to handle the pandemic further. One way or another, we are going to return to our regular life in a short time. Many small businesses already have a carte blanche for reopening and getting back to work. Amongst all of the responsibilities businesses will have to face, there is one clear thing about this process: nothing is going to happen overnight.
State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
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If Amazon FBA is Your Plan A, What’s Your Plan B?
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MAY 12, 2020
A few weeks ago, the Wall Street Journal and other news outlets reported that Amazon employees had been using proprietary data collected from some of the company’s third-party sellers to price, develop and launch Amazon products.
Making a Difference: Supply Chains for a Better Tomorrow
Talking Logistics
MAY 14, 2020
A few years ago, I interviewed Tony Martins, former VP Strategic Services at Halo Pharmaceutical. He raised an interesting question during our conversation: Are you a “Company of Yesterday” or a “Company of Tomorrow”? I’ve been thinking about that question recently, along with Billy Beane’s comment that “You can’t run your business in 2020 like. Read more Making a Difference: Supply Chains for a Better Tomorrow.
Commentary: Keeping drivers safe from common injuries
Commercial Carrier Journal
MAY 10, 2020
Some of the biggest driver safety issues have nothing to do with actually driving.
National Maritime Day means more now than ever
Logistics Management
MAY 15, 2020
This year’s National Maritime Day theme, "Sound Off for National Maritime Day," focuses on the current COVID-19 global pandemic response and recovery effort.
Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia
Three Strategies for Building Resilience in Your Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 13, 2020
In the last three weeks, I’ve spoken with senior executives of dozens of companies about how they’re managing business continuity during the COVID-19 crisis. Their insights have been consistent.
Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 15, 2020)
Talking Logistics
MAY 15, 2020
It started with the newspapers. They stopped getting delivered on Monday. The next day, all television and radio stationswent dark and silent. Then on Wednesday, a loose thread was pulledand all the social networks unravelled, like old, moth-eaten sweaters. “Am I okay, doc?” I ask a faceless doctor. “You’re fine, son,” he says, taking a. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 15, 2020).
9 of the Most Useful Tips on How to Negotiate Freight Rates
GlobalTranz
MAY 13, 2020
Editor’s Note: This is a guest article from Laura Jelen with negotiations.com who discusses some useful tips on how companies can negotiate freight rates a bit better. Shipping costs are a significant part of the supply chain expense. It’s in your best interests to reduce these costs where possible without compromising the value of the.read More.
Voice Technology – The Bridge Between Today and Tomorrow’s Logistics Systems
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 14, 2020
When you think about future and modern technologies, or digitization in supply chain, what comes to mind? Robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), drones, self-driving trucks, and exoskeletons all carry a “futurey” feel—even if many of them are quickly becoming common. But, instead of these incredible new technologies, it might be a technology with over 30 years of history creating the bridge to the future of warehouse operations.
The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report
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Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for
BAF leadership calls on Congress to establish infrastructure-focused federal capital budget
Logistics Management
MAY 12, 2020
At a time when the outlook for infrastructure funding in the next COVID-19 stimulus package looks like wishful thinking, that has not stopped Washington, D.C.-based infrastructure concern Building America’s Future (BAF) from calling on Congress for it. Specifically, BAF recently penned a letter to bipartisan Congressional leadership to establish a federal capital budget to fund infrastructure investments in what would be the fifth COVID-19 stimulus package.
New tools toward broker transaction transparency, truck stop amenities status
Overdrive Online
MAY 13, 2020
1) Trimble's new interactive 'COVID-19 Safe Havens' status map for truck-stop locations, partially relying on crowd-sourced status details. 2) OOIDA's call to action to members offered a new basic template to put in writing a transaction details review request to a broker.
[WHITE PAPER] How to Build the Business Case for Integrated Supply Chain Systems
GlobalTranz
MAY 14, 2020
Fill out the Form Below to Get a Free Copy of the White Paper to Your Inbox! At the close of 2019, Jennifer Van Cise via Industry Week reported on the steep challenges faced in manufacturing and downstream supply chains. New challenges arise daily, and even as companies look to squeeze efficiency from all processes,read More. The post [WHITE PAPER] How to Build the Business Case for Integrated Supply Chain Systems appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.
Five Risks to Confront in an Economic Meltdown
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 10, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic will disappear much faster than the economic crisis that it caused.
How to Prepare for Proposed New Tariffs in 2025
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The global trade landscape is shifting. If President Trump’s proposed tariffs come into effect, they will impact your logistics in significant ways. Our free guide provides essential insights for consumer brands and manufacturers. It is crucial to understand what these challenges mean for your logistics operations, and more importantly, how to prepare.
FMCSA issues long-awaited final hours-of-service rule
Logistics Management
MAY 14, 2020
FMCSA Acting Administrator Jim Mullen explained that this ruling is the result of listening to all industry stakeholders, including the motor carrier industry, truckers, safety advocates, law enforcement, and state partners.
As PPP loans arrive – or not – consider merits of better record-keeping
Overdrive Online
MAY 11, 2020
The value of a steady payroll system, even for one-truck businesses, has been a hallmark of the federal-aid Paycheck Protection Program's applications process. As the loans come due, that value's going to be ever more apparent when it comes to record-keeping to achieve loan forgiveness.
The Food Industry Needs Visibility In The Supply Chain
Trinity Logistics
MAY 12, 2020
Of all industries, the food industry needs data and visibility in the supply chain readily available when it comes to their shipping. Many food products are perishable and need to deliver in a specific timeframe to be able to be used. Recalls and claims can cost a lot to a manufacturer, causing them to lose revenue. The technology to keep data easily accessible can also cost quite a bit.
This Week in Logistics News (May 9 – 15)
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 15, 2020
As the world continues to turn during the coronavirus pandemic, we are all adjusting to the new normal. However, what that new normal will ultimately look like is still an unknown. But for now, there are certain things that we are getting used to, such as social distancing and wearing face covers. But how will businesses adjust to the new normal? I’ve seen a bunch of articles this week about what businesses are considering.
The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report
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ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!
ISM semiannual report reflects effects of COVID-19 on manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors
Logistics Management
MAY 15, 2020
While its predecessor report, issued in December, a positive 2020 growth outlook for the manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors, the new edition of the Institute for Supply Management’s (ISM) Semiannual Economic Forecast, which was issued today, tells a much different story, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Last Mile Distribution: The Global State of Last Mile in 2020
GlobalTranz
MAY 15, 2020
Global logistics spending will soar beyond $10.6 trillion annually in 2020. Of that figure, 70% derives from transportation costs, and more than 40% of the transportation costs are within last mile distribution, reports Material Handling & Logistics. Yet, the state of last mile in 2020 is changing to reflect the added surging demand in response.read More.
D.C. protests, broker transparency, hours changes and more with independent Bryan Hutchens
Overdrive Online
MAY 15, 2020
For this edition of Overdrive Radio, independent owner-operator Bryan Hutchens details his take on the issues discussed by D.C. demonstrators on the days he joined them this week. Also, what else? The hours of service changes set to go into effect as early as September, if things hold. For this edition of Overdrive Radio, independent owner-operator Bryan Hutchens details his take on the issues discussed by D.C. demonstrators on the days he joined them this week.
Commentary: Will the electric future be resilient?
Commercial Carrier Journal
MAY 14, 2020
Webster’s Dictionary defines resilience as “an ability to recover from or adjust to misfortune or change.” Resilience has defined human history. From wars to pandemics, to droughts to floods, to economic crashes to hurricanes, tsunamis and tornadoes we’ve been through a lot.
The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility
Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja
Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever
Three Ways the Post-Pandemic Supply Chain Will Look Very Different
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 14, 2020
As talk of reopening the economy picks up steam, manufacturers and retailers face a whirlwind of decisions.
AR Initiatives Show Promise Amid COVID-19 Fallout
IoT World Today
MAY 14, 2020
Key takeaways in this article: In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, augmented reality may have an immediate impact. Telehealth and teletraining have already benefited from the use of the Internet of Things (IoT) and AR. Augmented reality and virtual reality are coming into commercial use with logistics and maintenance potentially being early use cases. .
Study urges TxDOT to advocate for truck parking needs across its many major corridors
Overdrive Online
MAY 12, 2020
Texas' look at truck parking might be more than just another study -- it urges capacity development directly along high-priority corridors. Perhaps most importantly, it recommends an advocate's role for TxDOT when it comes to the issue of meeting truckers' parking needs. Also: ATHS national show goes virtual, global.
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