Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Road freight alone accounts for approximately 7% of global CO2 emissions, with maritime and air transport further amplifying the environmental burden. Key strategies include: Electrification of Transport: The use of electric vehicles (EVs) for freight and last-mile delivery reduces emissions and operational costs.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

He has decades of experience in the insurtech, mobility, and freight and logistics markets — and the intersection between these three industries. HDVI’s Shift tool uses a fleet’s own real-time telematics data to charge a fleet the cost of their actual risk. About Chuck Wallace. Chuck Wallace is the CEO and Co-founder of HDVI.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

They share amazing driver stories, talk about what’s going on in the news, and most importantly, give listeners the resources and tools they need to accelerate their driveaway career to that of a six-figure trucker. Norton drivers are thoroughly screened and trained, and they are committed to following all safety protocols.

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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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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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Parade

JANUARY 4, 2022

This is particularly true for freight brokerages. More companies turning to 3PLs to get their loads covered combined with , extreme competition for freight brokerage talent means that brokerages have to be on top of their game to hire the right people to get the job done. Hiring in this market is hard!

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Parade

JANUARY 4, 2022

This is particularly true for freight brokerages. More companies turning to 3PLs to get their loads covered combined with , extreme competition for freight brokerage talent means that brokerages have to be on top of their game to hire the right people to get the job done. Hiring in this market is hard!

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Trinity Logistics

JULY 22, 2022

I’m Holly, Trinity’s friendly neighborhood freight Agent Recruiter. Every day I have the privilege of working with our Authorized Agents as well as finding new freight agent businesses to welcome into the Trinity family. This has given me a bird’s eye view of what it takes to run a successful freight agent business. Hello there.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Find your Purpose to re-engage in your Freight Agent business. We recently held our Virtual Freight Agent Conference and had the pleasure of hosting Ken Coleman of the Ramsey Group as our featured keynote speaker. Super Talents Think of your top three talents as high-performance tools.

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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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Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

We developed a comprehensive Roadmap to integrate AI tools into our operations, a journey that began this month with our HubSpot implementation. This year, we’ve invested in training across all departments, empowering our people to leverage the latest tools and best practices to serve you better.

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Trinity Logistics

JULY 23, 2020

These include access to DAT and Truckstop.com, LTL operating software with a pricing tool, and portals for your customers and carriers. Additionally, our Agent Support team provides training on our technology so that you know how to use it. If these tools weren’t already enticing, Trinity strives to provide best-in-class technology.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 12, 2021

One of the most popular tools that drives the supply chain to new heights is the process of intermodal freight shipping. Freight management parties need to know the vital data points that can help keep intermodal lanes moving smoothly and efficiently while also keeping shipping rates and costs under control.

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Trinity Logistics

JULY 23, 2020

These include access to DAT and Truckstop.com, LTL operating software with a pricing tool, and portals for your customers and carriers. Additionally, our Agent Support team provides training on our technology so that you know how to use it. If these tools weren’t already enticing, Trinity strives to provide best-in-class technology.

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Managers of freight carrier networks and supply chains have a lot to keep tabs on with day-to-day operations in the supply chain ecosystem. Knowing how to set up such a freight carrier network can give supply chains a significant advantage over competitors. The Problems Poor Freight Carrier Network Design and Implementation Can Cause.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 5, 2015

Veterans often have training and skills in technology that are crucial to the high-tech factories of today. Many manufacturers offer in-house training to ensure the veterans have the job-specific skills they will need to succeed. The GSTW website features some great tools for veterans transitioning to civilian life in manufacturing.

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MTS Logistics

JUNE 7, 2021

There are very few in freight forwarding. Choose the right partners and tools based on your standards. Usually, auditors won’t be from our industry (since there are very few freight forwarders in the market that have ISO certification), so it gives us an opportunity to have a fresh look into our system. Continue to improve.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Blog More Resources Home It’s Not About Chatbots: Getting Real on AI Usage In Real Life Logistics (AI Popup #5) AI Popup #5 September 17, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More It’s so hard to talk about AI without sounding pretentious or annoying. What Freight Right Doesn’t Do With AI: We aren’t using chatbots.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 27, 2019

It’s never been easier to develop software and technology than it is right now because there are so many tools and platforms. The tools used to find out where people are clicking on a website or on an app have gotten a lot better. [19:57] 30:05] Who do you think will be successful among the digital freight brokers? .

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Magaya

OCTOBER 16, 2020

Whether you’re new to the freight forwarding industry or you’ve been in this line of business for a long time, it’s easy to marvel at how the industry has evolved in recent years. Software that facilitates streamlined, efficient, affordable service is crucial to your success as a modern freight forwarder. Times have changed.

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Freightos

AUGUST 10, 2024

AI Popup #3) AI Popup #3 August 10, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More For anyone who has played around with ChatGPT or Midjourney, it’s now clear that AI has the potential to be an incredible tool for enhancing efficiency and productivity. Again, this takes careful and meticulous training.

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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. The shipper booked the cargo using a Freight Forwarder who issued the shipper with Original House Bills which were deposited with the finance company as security by the shipper.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 12, 2023

The Visibility Map is the first large-scale European-wide tool that provides an end-to-end view of key rail corridors in and out of Ukraine. It displays first insights into the activity on key rail corridors from Ukrainian border locations, the terminals on these corridors and the in-transit location of freight and passenger trains.

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MTS Logistics

MARCH 28, 2022

As we are navigating this new phase in shipping, we see the importance of training operation teams. Additionally, by the nature of our industry, it is very difficult to train people on certain skills remotely. With things changing locally and internationally, you need experienced people train the newcomers.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

The difference between planned and actual transport costs can be significant, so maximum freight recovery is essential. What This Blog Is About: The difficulty of factoring in freight costs. Training and shared knowledge reduce costs. What is freight recovery? The Difficulty of Factoring in Freight Costs.

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RPA Labs

MARCH 3, 2022

Now more than ever, companies are searching for tools that maximize both their stability and flexibility when facing the future. It’s important to consider these ten factors when considering automated document processing technology to add value and resiliency to the freight industry. Do Enable Real-Time Document Sharing Capabilities.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2024

Furthermore, by using advanced analytics tools, companies can employ predictive modeling, enabling them to anticipate demand fluctuations and proactively adjust their strategies. This helps in reducing supply chain costs associated with stockouts and overstocking.

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 15, 2020

Now the entire freight transportation industry, across air, ocean, road, and rail sectors, is awash with disrupted expectations and has retreated into survival mode. Let’s take a look then, at each sector in turn, starting with air freight. Air Freight Transportation Trends 2020. The Freight Rate Roller Coaster.

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Freight Center

JANUARY 10, 2019

A freight broker is an organization that serves as the coordinator between the person shipping an item and the shipping carrier. Shipping freight, in particular, can be confusing – there are new terminology and important questions that the average person may not know to ask. Freight brokers know the ins and outs of the industry.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Fortunately, digital technology has evolved to mitigate most of these risks, from inbound freight to return authorizations. Freight Shipping Whether you’re shipping goods to your own warehouse, a third-party logistics company (3PL), or a retailer or marketplace, look for a freight shipper that embraces digital technology.

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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. Photo: Jim Allen/FreightWaves at Edge Logistics. This will be key in 2021.

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RPA Labs

MARCH 17, 2022

Managing modern shipping processes, especially shipping documentation , can be a challenge for freight forwarders in the best of times. These improvements to document management workflow and costs are possible thanks to the continued shift toward integrating better documentation automation tools into routine supply chain operations.

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2023

Usually, this happens once a driver has made a delivery to the receiver, and they don’t have freight to pick up until their next destination. While truck drivers are trained in managing high winds and road safety, that’s often with a full truck and not an empty one.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Nikolai Bozhilov, Executive Chairman of freight forwarder Unimasters, shares that they’ve used “digital labor” in other domains too, including sales, marketing, and financial forecasting. Once trained with our internal SOPs, the chatbots handle straightforward queries, escalating more complex issues to supervisors as needed.”

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RPA Labs

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Because OCR-only automation is limited to simply digitizing documents, freight management companies still must decide what to do with the conversion. The ROI of robotics process automation is an importantant consideration when implementing a new tool. Despite being a baseline automation tool, OCR is a significant upfront investment.

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Trinity Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Trinity Logistics is a nationwide company supporting thousands of shippers, carriers, and hundreds of Freight Agents. Claims Handles any potential freight claims, working to resolve shipment issues. Education Provides training and development resources to empower Team Members and enhance skills.

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Logistics Manager

MARCH 3, 2020

Cargotec’s Navis to acquire assets of Biarri Rail, a global provider of planning and scheduling optimization software for freight railroads. Navis , a part of Cargotec Corporation , has agreed to acquire the assets of Biarri Rail, a global provider of planning and scheduling optimization software for freight railroads.

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