Third Party Logistics News
BlueGrace Logistics Acquires Evos Smart Tools
BlueGrace Logistics has acquired Evos Smart Tools, providing shippers with supply chain optimizations and real-time analytics to help reduce overall costs.
Tech Investment, Addressing Overcapacity Among 2024 Focus for Global Container Shipper Industry
Supply chain professionals in the global container shipping industry expect more technology investment and positive growth in the market in 2024.
Weak Dry Van Truckload Pricing Conditions to Persist into New Year
Given where spot market prices are at and demand for services holding steady, slow attrition of capacity should help stave off further downward pressure on rates, says Michigan State’s Jason Miller.
Outsourcing eCommerce Fulfillment to a 3PL
To excel in the swiftly-moving sphere of eCommerce fulfillment, it is essential to establish a robust infrastructure that encompasses people, processes, and systems. This infrastructure should be flexible enough to cater to the varying demands of your business and your customers. However, building a dependable infrastructure can prove to be a challenging task. This is the reason why several merchants opt for the assistance of third-party logistics (3PL) providers.
How 3PLs Ensure Fresh Produce Supply for Thanksgiving Feasts
While most people sit at the Thanksgiving dinner table and enjoy the feast before them, few recognize the role logistics and the broader supply chain play in getting the food to the table.
State of the Warehousing Market
In this podcast, Logistics Management and Peerless Media Supply Chain Group News Editor Jeff Berman interviews Ben Dean, Director of Logistics Strategy and Warehouse Solutions, for Seattle-based Flexe.
Is Convoy’s Closure the Beginning of Brokerage Meltdown?
The shutdown of digital broker Convoy has sent shockwaves through the freight world, but it may not be the last brokerage to close its doors.
PITT OHIO Receives 2nd Supply Chain Sustainability Award
PITT OHIO, a leader in transportation, warehouse and logistics services, announced it has been awarded a 2023 Supply Chain Sustainability Award from their customer, Parker Hannifin (Parker). The award, PITT OHIO's second in as many years, was presented to PITT OHIO in September.
Seattle-based Freight Broker Convoy’s Future in Question
Various media reports are indicating that Seattle-based digital freight broker Convoy is taking steps to wind down its business operations.
Shippers are Looking for Long-Term Contracts Again
As many of the worst-case scenarios in the supply chain have not panned out, many shippers are more comfortable discussing long-term contracts with carriers, says BlueGrace Logistics executive.
Modern Shipper-3PL Relationships Prioritize Collaborative Growth and Improvement
A new study found both shippers and 3PLs are prioritizing ways in which their relationships can grow and improve, including data sharing and joint planning.
Uber Freight Unveils Next-Gen Product Roadmap
Uber Freight has unveiled its next-generation product roadmap as it shifts to customer-focused supply chain technology offerings.
Worldwide Express, GlobalTranz, and Unishippers band together to establish the WWEX Group
A trio of well-known logistics services providers—Worldwide Express, GlobalTranz, and Unishippers—announced they are collaborating on what they called a new corporate identity entitled WWEX Group, that will ensure customers have access to whatever part of the market they need.
Rapidly Improve the Performance of Your Warehouse Logistics
The Rapid Performance Evaluation identifies opportunities and potential improvements in every aspect of warehouse logistics operations; performance, productivity, service, quality, and systems.
Shippers Focus on Yield Management as Rates Continue to Rise
With FedEx and UPS raising their rates, savvy shippers can still find rate value for 2024, but time may be running out.
Amazon Bets on Itself with New End-to-End Supply Chain Service
Amazon is opening up its supply chain capabilities to other companies, even offering to pick up merchandise at facilities.
How Can 3PL Providers Capitalize on the E-Commerce Boom?
If you're a 3PL looking to expand your e-commerce capabilities, here are 4 actions to take now.
Trucking Conditions Index Hits Lowest Point Since November 2022
Conditions for truckers continue to deteriorate, giving shippers the upper hand in rate negotiations.
ODFL, Estes Express Battling for Yellow Corp.’s Assets
The battle for the remaining assets of Yellow Corp. is heading up as Old Dominion and Estes engage in a battle for terminals.
Cost Efficiency and Risk Management Through a New Kind of Supply Chain Model
This paper examines how the partnership boosts efficiency and resiliency through greater visibility, financial flexibility and risk mitigation.
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