GoShip Blog

JANUARY 30, 2025

In this guide, well break down the differences, highlight when to use each option, and show how GoShip can provide the best freight shipping quotes to keep your supply chain running smoothly. With GoShip, youll gain access to competitive LTL shipping rates , reliable truckload shipping services , and tools to simplify your logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 8, 2022

Carriers move shippers’ freight. For example, if a shipper needs to ship goods from Chicago to Detroit, the TMS will have a record that on this lane, the transportation planner should contact Carrier A first. Google maps would be an example of this kind of application. Scale is Necessary for Freight Benchmarking.

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Trinity Logistics

MAY 17, 2024

As a Freight Agent, you might think proof of your business growth is solely measured based on your revenue size. Choosing to look beyond the numbers for growth and instead embracing a growth mindset can revolutionize your approach as a Freight Agent. A curious Freight Agent isn’t afraid to ask why certain routes may be preferred.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Stay up to date on the latest information on conditions impacting the freight market, curated by Trinity Logistics through our Freightwaves Sonar subscription. An example can be seen the Los Angeles market. Imports on the Rebound? For the past 14 months, much of the conversation around U.S. container import volume has been gloomy.

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ShipLilly

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

An example is that of Evergreen Line which has publicly declared its capabilities in this respect. Mediterranean shipping company’s new self-serve tool. The German line Hapag-Lloyd was first to market with an instant quoting tool called Quick Quotes. Wrapping up.

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Trinity Logistics

JUNE 20, 2023

Freight is always on the move, every single day, seven days a week, 24/7. There are different types of ways to move freight, whether it’s shipping international, drayage, truckload, or intermodal, all have different paths to the same destination. But what about those last-minute shipments or freight that has a quick turnaround?

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Procuring transportation for freight is much different than any other procurement category. There are different tools, goals, and market dynamics. The freight market is mercurial. One master of freight procurement is Kyle Masters. Less than half of their freight tenders were being accepted by their existing carriers.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 27, 2021

Michael is the CEO of DFM Data Corp, a utility company designed to be a tool between digital partners moving freight in the USA and Canada. Michael Darden is the Founder and CEO of DFM Data, where he and his team help accelerate adoption of digital freight services by shippers, carriers and brokers. About Michael Darden.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 4, 2022

Whether your company is a big or small player in terms of shipping volumes, and regardless of your chosen transportation modes (road, rail, ocean, air), the health of your bottom line depends in no small part on the competitiveness of your freight prices. So how can you be sure you’re getting the best freight rates possible?

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Trinity Logistics

MAY 9, 2022

Which has better shipping freight rates? CONTRACT RATE PROS/CONS SPOT MARKET PROS/CONS HOW TO GET YOUR BEST SHIPPING FREIGHT RATE ON THE CONTRACT MARKET HOW TO GET YOUR BEST SHIPPING FREIGHT RATE ON THE SPOT MARKET WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A CONTRACT IS BROKEN? Spot freight rates are short-term transactional quotes for moving freight.

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Trinity Logistics

APRIL 20, 2023

Proper carrier selection may be one of the most important tasks for Freight Agents to keep their business safe. It still boggles my mind to think that a shipper, whom I have never met, will entrust thousands of dollars in THEIR freight to a company that will then send a driver, whom they may have never met, to haul it away.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Example: Retail giant Zara uses real-time data from its stores to adjust inventory dynamically. This approach requires advanced planning and reliable forecasting tools, but it can transform inventory into a more fluid, cost-effective part of your supply chain. Track these metrics to identify trends and address issues proactively.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 4, 2021

Managers can calculate freight rate charge estimates to see what needs to be passed on to customers and what needs to be made up for elsewhere in the supply chain. Freight calculators can also help with budgeting to ensure suppliers, drivers, employees, and third-party members are all covered. Why are logistics calculators so popular.

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Freightos

JULY 8, 2024

More Resources Home Empowering Freight Forwarders with AI: Insights from Industry Leaders AI Popup #2 Gaurav Bajaj July 8, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More Empowering Freight Forwarders with AI: Insights from Industry Leaders For years, technology has been cast as a threat to freight forwarders.

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

In this article, we explore Invoice Reconciliation tools as a core piece of every digital 3PL/freight brokerage’s operations. This post is part of a , series of posts that aims to shed light on the many new and innovative freight tech solutions that empower freight brokers to transform digitally.

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Freightos

JULY 8, 2024

More Resources Home Empowering Freight Forwarders with AI: Insights from Industry Leaders AI Popup #2 Gaurav Bajaj July 8, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More Empowering Freight Forwarders with AI: Insights from Industry Leaders For years, technology has been cast as a threat to freight forwarders.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Some of the most cost-effective software and methods supply chain professionals and the best freight brokers can adopt are supply chain predictive analytics programs. Knowing exactly what’s going on and when it’s going on is the most valuable tool in a supply chain operations arsenal. The value of supply chain predictive analytics.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 23, 2021

Freightliner , in partnership with a consortium of specialist suppliers, has successfully secured government funding to develop a Rail Freight Energy and Emissions Calculator (REEC) that will be deployed on the existing NR+ platform used for rail- freight planning.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Expedited Freight Questions Answered Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 10, 2023 Whether your organization uses expedited freight shipping every day or occasionally, it pays to understand how to use these services as effectively as possible.

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Now, That's Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2021

The ocean freight sector is facing a particularly high amount of uncertainty right now thanks to ongoing container shortages, port congestion and lack of capacity. At the end of August, for example, 44 container ships were stuck outside of the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach in California. Planning is obviously key,” says Chrapko.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Digitisation, Digitalisation, Digital Transformation are some buzz words that have recently taken the shipping and freight industry by storm. Some examples and benefits of digitalisation in shipping are. Here is a real life example. For example, seafood products are best shipped at -20°C (-4°F) or lower.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 15, 2021

The introduction of this first application within SONAR SCI was built with leaders at companies that spend millions of dollars on freight shipping. SONAR Lane Acuity Plus provides lane-level insight into market stability and rate benchmarking , helping participants identify freight rate and capacity risk on a lane. .

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 5, 2021

Although many carriers have worked diligently towards reducing operational costs and increasing profit margins, there is still work to do for the top for-hire truckload freight carriers to improve. Quite simply, it costs money to ship freight and the amount can vary significantly by region, zone, mode and more.

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Log-hub

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

For example, a global retailer can use a tensor-based approach to manage product demand across multiple warehouses, optimizing stock levels dynamically. For example, a 3D graph can map supplier networks, showing how inventory moves across multiple locations. This helps companies stay efficient while meeting customer expectations.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 13, 2025

Well, B2B freight is actually much more complex than that. Transportation Modes in B2B Freight When you’re moving goods between businesses, you’ve got several options in your toolkit. Think of it like choosing the right tool for the right job: Road Transport (Trucking): This is your most flexible option.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 24, 2021

Brokerage leaders are turning to this strategy for their freight business. Many small and medium-sized brokerages find themselves entering the freight brokerage market with a specialized niche. While it is possible to continue revenue growth, you work extremely hard during down periods in your freight business just to remain stable.

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CH Robinson Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Our industry is facing unprecedented circumstances – shipping volumes are on the rise, but there’s a shortage of carriers to provide enough capacity for planned and unplanned freight demands. For example, at C.H. Robinson, we know well that LTL shippers need the flexibility and visibility to anticipate any challenge as it occurs.

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Dedola Global Logistics

AUGUST 9, 2024

As of mid-2024, importers shipping goods from Thailand, Cambodia, and Indonesia to the United States face significant challenges due to space shortages and rising freight rates. Rising Freight Rates: Freight rates have surged significantly. Increased Costs: The surge in freight rates translates to higher costs for importers.

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Now, That's Logistics

AUGUST 10, 2021

As customers emphasize on-time key performance indicators (KPIs), shorter delivery timeframes, and better insights into where their orders are at any given point in the supply chain, freight visibility has become a high-priority area for shippers. By going beyond traditional freight milestones (i.e., If a shipper in the U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The answer is to invest in sustainability benchmarking tools. The dashboard is part of a broader Sustainability Hub, which allows companies to collaborate and access freight emissions from FourKites tracked freight. This sustainability tool goes beyond just a snapshot in time of miles traveled.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

Transportation costs: Freight rates, fuel and labour costs, and other transportation expenses. Of course, it can add up to a vast pool of data, so realistically, access to advanced modelling and analytics tools will be essential to get the most value from it. Inventory levels: Current or expected inventory levels at various locations.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Using these tools is what allows Ally to deliver maximum value, and an exceptional customer experience – every time. Example: Saying “We service the hell out of our freight” then falling flat after 3 months and leaving the shipper hanging. RadioShack Example: RadioShack: You’ve Got Questions.We’ve Got Answers. and Canada.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 5, 2021

The freight brokerage industry has traditionally focused its attention on the training and development of its customer sales staff. In a buy-sell brokerage, customer sales are incentivized to hunt and gather more freight, to bring in more revenue. Here are three examples for how to use this product in real-time.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

In response, major freight operators have recently acquired advanced battery technology firms to accelerate fleet electrification. For example, the global logistics automation market is expected to grow from $50 billion in 2023 to $120 billion by 2030, according to Allied Market Research.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Truck fleet management has always been intensely focused on knowledge of the freight market. And freight KPIs can serve as a valuable tool for freight market intelligence. Freight intelligence tools help management develop a more unified freight strategy. Streamline data capture and analysis.

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Parade

JULY 15, 2019

Before starting his company, Johnson worked for a large brokerage, managing and fulfilling load opportunities the traditional way; no technology tools to grow and foster his business, just sheer grunt-work, phone trees, and a mental rolodex. For example, managing unforeseen risks and providing customers with visibility.

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ECW

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

This setup was created to maximize efficiency in moving freight, especially for industries dealing with heavy or high-volume goods. Bulk Commodities : With Baltimore ranking #2 in exported coal and imported salt , businesses in bulk freight have an opportunity to maximize load efficiency. Philadelphia, and New York.

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