Major Shift Underway in Logistics KPI Reporting
The adoption of GenAI marks a paradigm shift in logistics KPI reporting, promising enhanced efficiency and agility for logistics operations.
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The Two Most Important Factors in Last-Mile Delivery
A new Microsoft report on last-mile delivery reveals that speed and cost are the two most important factors, as customer satisfaction takes a backseat,
Most Companies Unprepared For Supply Chain Emergency
Supply chain emergencies are a big problem for most companies, as a new study reveals 83% can't respond within 48 hours.
Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Impact on Freight Navigating
Nearly a month after the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, Dean Croke of DAT Freight & Analytics examines the current state of freight navigating.
Amazon Logistics’ Growth Shakes Up Shipping Industry in 2023
The 2023 U.S. Parcel Shipping Index is out, and it shows Amazon leading the pack in a changing industry landscape.
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SMC3 Mercury Gate Case Study - Improving Workflows and Enhancing Efficiency with LTL APIs
In this case study MercuryGate needed a way to automate workflows. It turned to smc3 for help.
The 2024 General Rate Increase Guide for UPS and FedEx
Reveel's shipping intelligence platform solution helps businesses navigate rate increases, fees, surcharges, changes to zone and dimension rates...
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Former Tesla Executive Joins General Motors to Drive Electric Vehicle Strategy
GM appoints former Tesla executive to lead electric vehicle strategy amid company's leadership shifts.
Bill Seward Delivers Keynote Speech at MODEX 2024
UPS' President of Supply Chain Solutions Bill Seward discusses supply chain strategy, technology investments, and more at MODEX 2024.
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.
How PepsiCo Revamped Its Supply Chain
PepsiCo's supply chain evolved after COVID, adding more products and efficiency in its operation.
Range Energy Secures $23.5 Million for Electric Trailer Production
Electric truck startup Range Energy announced $23.5 million in new financing as it helps trucking companies make their diesel trucks more environmentally friendly.
Logistics Confidence Index Remains Flat for Q2
BlueGrace's Logistics Confidence Index for Q2 2024 reveals cautious sentiment among shippers amidst stable market conditions, focusing on revenue and inventory concerns.
Walmart Reduces Carrier Requirements for On-Time and In-Full Shipments
Walmart is reducing its on-time and in-full shipment standards, dropping from 98% on-time compliance requirements to 90%.
Optimizing Parcel Spend with Reveel and Ratelinx
RateLinx and Reveel have formed a partnership aimed at optimizing parcel spend, in order to deliver improved performance.
Retailers Forecast Import Growth Despite Red Sea Delays
Retailers have generally navigated around the Red Sea cargo disruptions, but trade groups said costs will begin to rise even as they project a growth in imports.
1-2 Day Reliable Delivery Service Adds Value to Customer’s Overall Offering
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6 Reasons Shippers Diversify Their Portfolio of Drayage Providers
PITT OHIO provides 6 reasons why shippers should diversify their Drayage providers for Supply Chain Optimization and increase business performance.
SMC3: Is Technology a Competitive Advantage in the Modern Supply Chain Industry?
Maximize Efficiency and Minimize Costs with Technology-Driven Logistics Solutions for Your Business.
Channel-Free Logistics Growing as Fulfillment Alternative
Luxury footwear retailer Koio is deploying Fillogic’s channel-free logistics solution to manage
e-commerce, in-store, reverse logistics and transportation operations.
GRI Impact Analysis: Getting a Handle on Parcel Costs
Group Editorial Director Michael Levans is joined by Josh Dunham, co-founder of Reveel, a parcel shipping intelligence provider, in a discussion geared to help parcel shippers get a handle on the current parcel shipping environment and the challenges it’s created.
Freight Rates Remain Steady Despite Cold Snap
While the historic cold snap is causing multiple issues across the U.S., freight rates have remained relatively stable says data from DAT.
Retailers Pivot Supply Chain Strategy, Seek Red Sea Alternatives
As Houthi attacks continue in the Red Sea, retailers are scrambling to find alternative methods for moving their inventory, including exploring more air freight options and boosting inventory.
West Coast Ports Could Benefit from Global Trade Disruptions
While shifting Asian cargo from East Coast to West Coast U.S. ports adds time and cost, it is one option shippers have to counter continued risk in the Red Sea.
UPS, FedEx Demand Surcharges to Kick in Next Week
UPS joined FedEx in announcing it will extend demand surcharges to packages effective Jan. 14.
Shipping Rates Are on the Rise as Disruptions Continue in Red Sea, Panama Canal
As shippers navigate goods around low water levels in the Panama Canal and risks in the Red Sea, rates are rising and the risk of downstream disruptions is growing.
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Softeon, a global supply chain software provider with the industry’s best record of customer success, provides a broad suite of solutions, anchored by an advanced Warehouse Management System (WMS) and innovative Warehouse Execution System (WES). The WMS and WES…
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ReverseLogix is the only end-to-end, centralized and fully integrated returns management system (RMS) built specifically for retail, ecommerce, manufacturing, and 3PL organizations. Whether B2B, B2C, or hybrid, the ReverseLogix platform facilitates, manages, and reports on the entire returns…
Among the nation’s largest logistics companies England Logistics is regarded as one of the most significant players. Our reputation as an innovative, energetic team that delivers capacity, service and value to a diverse set of customers throughout the world…
LeaseAccelerator is the industry’s first software application developed specifically for Enterprise Lease Accounting. Fortune 500 companies lease much of the real estate and equipment they use to run their business. Real estate leases might be for factories, warehouses,…
Sinotrans Integrated Logistics Australia (SILA) is a part of the Sinotrans & CSC global network. Established in 1950, Sinotrans & CSC, with HQ located in Beijing is China’s largest shipping and logistics group.
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We are developing autonomous technology for long-haul trucking. Our team is highly experienced and comes from the leading technology companies in the space.
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Starbucks as an Example of the Value Chain Model
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7 Principles of Supply Chain Management Explained
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Is Apple’s Supply Chain Really the No. 1? A Case Study
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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report 2024
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