GlobalTranz

JULY 31, 2015

Freight Transportation Forecast to 2026. Take a look at some of the specifics of the Freight Forecast and how shippers may adapt to the coming increases. Vitals of the Freight Forecast. Some of the highlights of the Freight Forecast include a dramatic increase of 28.6 percent in freight volume within the next 11 years.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 11, 2015

It is one of the most complicated operations, which requires very careful planning, evaluating and choosing the right carrier to work with in order to state that you achieved your goals all while still keeping an eye on where you can realize a freight saving. Quick 5 Freight Saving Tips for Regular Shippers anyone Can Implement.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

Read our top five packaging tips to help prevent damage below. . We start the packaging tips with focusing on the quality of boxes you use. Top tip: Don’t tell people what your parcel contains and the value of its contents by writing it on the box - only write down the necessary details. . Use new, double-walled boxes .

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 16, 2015

So we thought we would impart upon all the shippers out there some tips on how to reduce overall costs for effective LTL Procurement. BONUS : Download the Guide To LTL Freight Mangement White Paper. 10 LTL Procurement Cost Cutting Tips. Routing guides optimize freight lanes and remove excess shipping costs.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 26, 2015

It’s been said that the one area that most shippers are the least knowledgeable in is that of claims for freight loss and damage. However, this does not mean that an understanding of freight claims isn’t vital to running an efficient transportation and logistics department. Freight Claims in Plain English. The late William J.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 26, 2015

However, secondary routes should not pose a threat to the freight, i.e. the secondary should not cross state-lines if the initial route would have retained in-state transport. The notification is sent right to our TMS or freight brokerage team so we may easily give our shippers a heads up of any distressed shipments. . Real-Time KPIs.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 5, 2014

Shippers are often challenged when dealing with the freight classification system from the National Motor Freight Classifications (NMFC) book, the code numbers assigned to all products that determine the correct freight class for shipments. A Brief on Freight Classification.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2015

As we round out the 5 categories, we come to the place of our expertise: Freight and Transportation Management. As a third party logistics provider squarely focused on freight and transportation management, we also understand that if we only talk about those two categories, we are not thinking well rounded enough. We hope you enjoy!

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

Unfortunately, you will have times when you encounter a damaged freight delivery, and you will be faced with the choice to sign for or refuse the damaged freight. Rather than simply turning the driver away, you need to know a few things about accepting or refusing damaged freight. Accept the Damaged Freight!

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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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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 2, 2014

For the freight world holiday shipping or for shippers in any peak season (such as those who ship plants for the spring time) it gets chaotic, everyone is trying to clear docs, empty warehouses, and get their books in order. We lose valuable transit days with shipments when carriers aren’t moving freight. Truckload Holiday Shipping.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Even as the industry is becoming more data driven than ever before and cutting-edge software is increasingly used to manage freight from start to finish, the development of your sales team is still important. Please join us for a live interactive webinar Keys to Developing High Performing 3PL Sales Teams for a closer look at this topic.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 27, 2015

Today’s post will cover more on what is dimensional weight pricing and some tips to know to get prepared for a possible sweeping shift to DIM pricing in less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping. For a decade, LTL prices have been calculated using only the weight of goods being transported and through the freight classification system.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 21, 2017

Today we bring you email tips for manufacturers and other industrial companies in order to continue the spirit of giving best practices to manufacturers and the industry at large in order to have a more effective company overall. Wrapping Up the Seven Email Tips For Manufacturers. We hope you enjoy this educational article.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 27, 2015

As the world becomes hyperconnected , the demand for rapid response for concealed freight damage, general freight damage or missing items from shipments has changed. On April 18, 2015, the National Motor Freight Traffic Assocation® has amended the NMFC rules regarding the required time frames for reporting concealed freight damage.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 31, 2018

This article will cover some five tips that you can use to write an effective transportation management plan: 1. The Freight & Transportation Management Trends to Know in 2018. The five tips discussed have highlighted the basic elements that make a transportation management plan. Download White Paper.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 10, 2015

A few months ago we wrote a tongue in cheek post about 5 Upfront Tips you can do to save on less than truckload shipping (a capitalization of Less than truckload). 1: Getting Everyone on the Same page with Freight Claims. It’s a common misconception – the idea that freight claim management is confined to the claims department.

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Shipchain

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Supply Chain Digest is a weekly, online newsletter that includes webinars, live broadcasts and blog posts. The blog also publishes whitepapers, webinars, podcasts, and on-demand videos to help companies excel in all aspects of supply chain management. Freight Hub. Supply Chain Digest. Supply Chain Brain. Inbound Logistics.

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Freightos

MAY 8, 2017

Freight Forwarders Don’t Need Rate Management Systems. According to Freights Index Data , over 50% of China-US quotes generated so far in 2017 relied on tariffs no more than two days old, with a further 30% relying on tariffs less than a week old. Freight data changes fast. Freight data changes fast.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 31, 2015

We have also now published an e-book , put out several white papers , and held several webinars. 8 Most Common Reasons Why You May Receive a Freight Claim Declination Letter. Make Your Life Easier With These 5 Freight Bidding Platforms. Freight Bill vs. Bill Of Lading: Knowing the Difference Is Key to Effective Logistics.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2015

Today we finalize our most viewed articles from the Cerasis blog by featuring the most read freight articles published in 2015. We have published now over 650 articles, and so you should almost find anything related to manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, transportation, and freight. . Top Freight Articles of 2015.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

We encourage our audience to visit The Catavolt Blog for more relevant posts about mobility in manufacturing for best practices, tips, and great industry insights. Author Malcolm Gladwell defined a “tipping point” as “the moment of critical mass, the threshold, the boiling point.” And the mobile landscape continues to evolve.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 6, 2018

Believe it or not, product in the care of a driver does not necessarily place all liability for freight in the hands of the carrier. Under federal transportation law, and the Carmack Amendments, carriers traditionally held liability for freight until delivery, with four specific exclusions, but individual contracts may make liability unclear.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 25, 2021

In our recent webinar, we addressed what challenges shippers face during produce season , the driving forces behind rising transportation costs and tighter capacity during produce season and how businesses can utilize an inbound logistics program to overcome the challenges of the produce season. Watch The Recorded Webinar Below.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 26, 2019

In our March webinar, titled Time Definite Freight and Positive ROI , Brian Blalock, Senior Manager Sourcing Strategy, and Eric Chambers, Vice President, Field Performance at BlueGrace Logistics, discuss the delivery method that is redefining the logistics landscape. What is Time Definite Freight?

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2015

Even if you are not a manufacturer or distribution company, these tips are applicable to any industry! Author information Adam Robinson Adam Robinson oversees the overall marketing strategy for Cerasis including website development, social media and content marketing, trade show marketing, email campaigns, and webinar marketing.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 18, 2021

Few topics carry the weight and stress of freight embargoes, particularly LTL embargoes. Carriers may simply refuse to accept freight from their shippers. Tips for Shippers to Future-Proof Their Chains Against Embargoes . Unfortunately, this can have disastrous effects on everyday shippers. . How Do Embargoes Impact Shippers?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 9, 2015

For the freight world holiday shipping or for shippers in any peak season (such as those who ship plants for the spring time) it gets chaotic, everyone is trying to clear docs, empty warehouses, and get their books in order. We lose valuable transit days with shipments when carriers aren’t moving freight. Truckload Holiday Shipping.

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Coyote

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Watch 2 on-demand, expert-led webinars from our recent live event. Get cross-border shipping tips & the Q4 freight market forecast featuring the Coyote Curve.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2017

Freight classification changes are part of the growing shipping industry, and the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) has again enacted changes to the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC), which took effect August 5, 2017. What Freight Classification Changes Did the NMFTA Make?

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2021

In our recent webinar, we addressed what challenges shippers face during produce season , the driving forces behind rising transportation costs and tighter capacity during produce season and how businesses can utilize an inbound logistics program to overcome the challenges of the produce season. Watch The Recorded Webinar Below.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 6, 2016

Transportation management is no longer a tactical approach to simply moving freight and doing it at the lowest possible cost. 5 Change Management Tips to Create a Strategic Transportation Management Mindset. Strategic Logistics: 8 Steps to Controlling Inventory Flow & Driving Warehouse Efficiency.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2014

These tips include how you yourself can better manage your transportation department and maximize resources. 5 Best Transportation Management Optimization Practices Utilizing Strategic Freight Shipping : The mantra for all transportation professionals is simple: reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction levels.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 12, 2015

Finally, manufacturing is looking to make an American comeback of sorts through Reshoring , although some argue it’s not yet really hit it’s tipping point and the results are lackluster at best.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Our Temperature Controlled and Specialized Freight program relies on time-sensitive execution and deep cold chain expertise. Our Temperature Controlled and Specialized Freight program relies on time-sensitive execution and deep cold chain expertise. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper. Case Study. BlueGrace Logistics. October 25, 2022.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2015

We've already featured all the other popular blog posts from logistics , manufacturing , supply chain , and freight over this week. Author Malcolm Gladwell defined a “tipping point” as “the moment of critical mass, the threshold, the boiling point.” We don't know which category we love more than the Transportation Category.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 28, 2015

The latest industry-pricing trend, dimensional weight pricing, or often referred as “DIM Pricing,” calls for LTL freight cost calculations using pounds per cubic foot of space occupied on the truck. Shippers using LTL freight options will want to prepare their 2015 budgets with DIM pricing in mind. 29 and Jan.

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