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The Parade Story with Anthony Sutardja

The Logistics of Logistics

As CEO & co-founder of Parade, Anthony leads product vision and strategy to enable logistics service providers to work smarter and faster with modern tools. Parade integrates with existing tools to source capacity, match freight, and manage relationships. Build or Buy: Should you purchase your software or build your own.

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How E-Commerce is Changing Less Than Truckload Shipping

Blue Grace Logistics

As more consumers and businesses move to online platforms for purchases, the shipping industry must adapt to new demands. Automated systems like warehouse and transportation management tools improve load management and route optimization.

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Truckload Pricing Dynamics with Jon Payne

The Logistics of Logistics

Jon is the Director of Pricing Strategy & Analytics at Loadsmart , a freight technology company that is removing the barriers between shippers and carriers so freight can move in the most efficient, transparent and automated way. Jon Payne and Joe Lynch discuss truckload pricing dynamics. About Jon Payne.

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The Ultimate Guide to Fleet Management: Strategies to Control and Optimize Your Processes

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Image source: iStocks | The Ultimate Guide to Fleet Management: Strategies to Control and Optimize Your Processes Investing in a fleet management system results in an improvement in internal processes, which directly reflects the quality of the service provided to the end customer. Or when it is time to purchase new vehicles?

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Conquering Tail Spend in 2025: New AI-Powered Tools and Strategies for Success

Without the right strategy, enterprises face hidden risks and unnecessary spend. It’s time to shift from fragmented, ad hoc purchasing to a strategic, technology-driven approach. Tail spend — often unmanaged, fragmented and costly — can account for as much as 80% of total transaction volume.

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AI in Supply Chain Automation: Procurement to Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

From sourcing and bid evaluation to warehouse slotting and dynamic routing, AI tools support faster and more consistent outcomes by processing large volumes of operational data and identifying patterns that human decision-makers may overlook. Integration allows seamless transitions from data insights to purchase approvals and execution.

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Direct Spend Management: A Checklist for Enabling Shared Value with Direct Suppliers

Logistics Viewpoints

Treating suppliers as essential partners in the field of direct spend management—almost like customers—can be a key component of a successful company strategy. Market Intelligence: Suppliers often have access to valuable business and supply market intelligence, which can inform a company’s strategy especially in the area of direct spend.