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Cost to Serve Analysis—And the Costs of Neglecting It

Logistics Bureau

I’ll start this post off with a straightforward question. Have you conducted a cost-to-serve (CTS) analysis for your enterprise? If you can answer with a “Yes”, I applaud you. If you can only say “No”, I will not be surprised, because many companies have never drilled down into the costs involved in selling specific SKU categories, individual SKUs, or providing particular services connected with those sales, to specific customers or customer categories.

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LTL vs. Full Truckload: Which Freight Shipping Option is Right for You?

GoShip Blog

Making the right freight shipping choice can significantly impact your business operations, costs, and customer satisfaction. Two popular shipping options businesses often grapple with are LTL (Less Than Truckload) shipping and full truckload freight. Each has its advantages, tailored to meet specific shipping needs. If you’re a seasoned shipper or just starting, understanding the nuances of these two options when seeking is crucial.

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How to Choose the Best Warehouse Management System

Cyzerg

Choosing the best warehouse management system (WMS) is crucial to achieving maximum efficiency and productivity. With the right WMS, you can streamline your warehouse operations by automating tasks, optimizing inventory management, and improving overall efficiency. But with so many options available in the market, how do you choose the right WMS for your business?

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Freight Procurement is a Different Game

Logistics Viewpoints

Procuring transportation for freight is much different than any other procurement category. There are different tools, goals, and market dynamics. Transportation procurement needs to support both customer service and a company’s internal supply chain goals. The freight market is mercurial. It can move quickly from a situation where there is too much capacity in the market and buyers having the whip hand, to a situation where shippers are begging carriers to take their loads at almost any price.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

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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The Disconnect Between Planning and Execution: The Journey to Achieving Cohesive Supply Chain Management

Talking Logistics

Boxer Mike Tyson famously said, “Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” Everyone has a great supply chain plan as well – until exceptions and disruptions occur. Then you’re forced to either modify the plan or come up with a new one. That’s easier said than done, of course, because historically, Read more The post The Disconnect Between Planning and Execution: The Journey to Achieving Cohesive Supply Chain Management appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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How Human-Robot Interaction Creates a More Humane Workplace

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Whether you view warehouse robots as the Terminator or R2D2 depends on the degree of personal human-robot interaction you’ve had. “Seeing is believing,” says Kait Peterson, Senior Director, Product Marketing at Locus Robotics. You have to touch, feel and see the technology to understand how it improves work environments. Once people do, she says they’re all in on robots, naming them and thinking of them as their autonomous friends around the warehouse.

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Strategic Responses to Supply Chain Trends

Supply Chain Brain

Companies are always going to face the unexpected and unpredictable. The hard part is knowing how to prepare for these supply chain trends strategically.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (September 8, 2023)

Talking Logistics

My kids did not inherit the Cuban gene for heat and humidity resistance. The calendar says it’s September, but it feels more like July outside. July in Florida, not in Boston. It’s been in the mid 90s this week, with humidity in the tropical zone. I didn’t grow up with air conditioning. As a kid, Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (September 8, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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FreightFest 2023 with Rahmel Wattley

The Logistics of Logistics

Rahmel Wattley and Joe Lynch discuss the FreightFest 2023. Rahmel is a transportation entrepreneur and host of the popular trucking podcast, Truck N’ Hustle. FreightFest 2023 is presented by Truck N’ Hustle. About Rahmel Wattley Rahmel Wattley is a transportation entrepreneur and host of the popular trucking podcast, Truck N’ Hustle. Rahmel got his start in the trucking business in the early 2000’s.

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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

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Tips to Save on LTL shipping Rates

Trinity Logistics

Do you feel like you could be spending less on your less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping rates? Most likely, you’re right. LTL shipping rates are affected by many different factors, so it can be pretty easy to make these simple changes and see your shipping costs decrease. While these tips may not be possible for everyone or every shipment, hopefully, you’ll find one you can start implementing to reduce your freight costs.

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LB Trucking's sweet spot on size, strong family roots

Overdrive Online

The family aspect of LB Trucking is evident in every conceivable way, as the company was founded at the house where owner Larry Bredewater grew up. Thirty years later, Bredewater's found a sweet spot at 13 trucks.

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[Video] The State of Supply Chain Control Towers: Insights from Indago Supply Chain Research Community

Talking Logistics

In June 2023, we asked members of our Indago supply chain research community — who are all supply chain and logistics executives from manufacturing, retail, and distribution companies — if they are using control towers in their supply chain operations. 40% of the survey respondents said they have implemented one or more control towers, and.

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China State Media Declares Huawei Phone a Victory in U.S. Tech War

Supply Chain Brain

Speculation swirled that the device achieved 5G capabilities, which would make it the first such handset since the Shenzhen-based electronics firm lost access to advanced chipmaking technologies in 2020.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

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

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Amazon and Anticipatory Shipping: Revisiting This Highly Publicized 2013 Patent Ten Years Later

Logistics Viewpoints

Amazon’s patent for anticipatory shipping generated quite the media buzz a decade ago. My first impression at that time was the mental image it provoked – a delivery truck pulling up to my house and placing a package that I hadn’t ordered on my front door, but ultimately decided to keep. My second impression was “how can this be patentable?” And then I didn’t give it another thought.

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Every truck owner needs to actually read their insurance policies

Overdrive Online

Insurance agent W. Joel Baker emphasizes that you might be very surprised to find what is not in fact covered, and what is required of you to avoid a claim being denied or your insurance being canceled.

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[Video] Disconnect Between Planning and Execution: The Journey to Achieving Cohesive Supply Chain Management

Talking Logistics

The boxer Mike Tyson famously said, “Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” Similarly, everyone has a great supply chain plan until exceptions and disruptions occur — and then you have to adjust that plan or come up with a new one. That’s easier said than done, because, historically, there’s been. Read more The post [Video] Disconnect Between Planning and Execution: The Journey to Achieving Cohesive Supply Chain Management appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian

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Insurtechs outfit small carriers with telematics to save on insurance

Commercial Carrier Journal

While it isn’t yet the norm for insurance companies to require telematics, it is becoming more common because a fleet’s safety, which telematics can shed great light on, is a top factor for an insurer.

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How to Prepare for Proposed New Tariffs in 2025

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.

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Thought Leadership Updates with John McDonald

Now, That's Logistics

When it comes to your airfreight, I know one thing for sure – your cargo has special importance and is of a time-sensitive nature. Come back every month to this thought leadership site where I’ll break down the latest news, views, and trends – all things airfreight. John McDonald Senior Vice President, Head of Air Product USA at DB Schenker Enhancing Air Cargo Security: DB Schenker’s Canine Detectives Sniff Out Prohibited Shipments You’ve got to hear about this buzz from across

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Til Friday Trucking delivers on work-life balance through tough times

Overdrive Online

Til Friday's secret to success sits right there in the name. With fairly regular hours and home every weekend and most nights, drivers and owner-operators believe in owner Michelle Hefner efforts to deliver a work-life balance rarely seen in OTR ops.

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September 6, 2023 Update

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * More Resources Home September 6, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market. Judah Levine September 6, 2023 Unbox your Freight knowledge.

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2023 The Power of Data Communication: Achieving Better Supply Chain Visibility – LinkedIn Live

Blue Grace Logistics

Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - September 7, 2023 LinkedIn Live Webinar On-Demand: The Power of Data Communication: Achieving Better Supply Chain Visibility What’s the Topic? Supply Chain Visibility : A critical factor for businesses seeking to excel in today’s competitive landscape.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

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!

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Maintaining Warehouse Equipment During Peak-Season Demand

Supply Chain Brain

This year, among the most challenging curveballs that warehouses will face is getting the equipment they need when they need it.

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Analysis: Today’s Global Economy vs. Global Container Shipping

MTS Logistics

Container shipping plays a pivotal role in the global economy, serving as the backbone of international trade. However, the world is currently facing a significant economic slowdown, and this downturn is having profound effects on container shipping operations around the globe. For example: The global GDP growth rate for 2021 was 6.02%, a 9.1% increase from 2020.

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How analytics embedded in your ERP system can enable different manufacturing roles

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

As data becomes a critical resource in modern organizations, business users are clamoring for tools to ease access to data for reporting and dashboards. However, the race for greater access to data-driven decision-making tools has created a challenge of managing and delivering data to users in tools that they can effectively use in their day-to-day lives.

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Re-assembly of Shell Starship truck underway

Commercial Carrier Journal

Shell and Cummins expect to kick off a nearly 3,500-mile trip by month's end in a concept truck fired by natural gas.

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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

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The Benefits of Lithium-Ion Batteries in Electrifying Industrial Equipment

Supply Chain Brain

The improved sustainability, cost-efficiency and positive global impact of lithium-ion batteries prove it to be a better overall product.

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Move The Mission: Wreaths Across America Seeks Transportation Partners for 2023 – 40+ Lanes Available

Women in Trucking

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while also boosting your business this year? Consider supporting Wreaths Across America as a member of the Honor Fleet! Wreaths Across America Honor Fleet partners have an incredible chance to give back to veterans and their families while also gaining valuable brand exposure and opportunities for press coverage, public recognition, employee engagement and driver recruiting and retention.

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Rate Update: U.S. Barge Spot Rates Up, While Global Container Rates Modestly Grew

MTS Logistics

While 2021 and early 2022 was a time period filled with endlessly rising shipping rates, 2023 has been a year known for lower rates. Now, a different picture has emerged as we head into the fourth quarter of the year in just a few weeks. Both U.S. barge spot rates and global container rates on key trade routes have risen over the past month of summer 2023.