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Transportation Management
Why Every Freight Mode Matters More Than Ever
Q. Why does every freight mode matter more than ever? A. Transportation markets are often discussed as separate segments: truckload (TL), less-than-truckload (LTL), rail, parcel, and intermodal. In reality, they operate as one interconnected ecosystem. When capacity or pricing changes in one mode, the effects rarely stay contained. Understanding those relationships helps shippers make better […]
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Delivering the Route to a More Efficient Fleet
Richard’s Building Supply maintains operations in more than 60 locations across 14 states. Even so, it managed and tracked its fleet of several hundred vehicles via “a paper-process with old-fashioned delivery boards and a GPS system,” says Jenny Vetter, the company’s logistics manager.
Read MoreThe Hidden Risks in Temperature-Controlled Freight
Temperature-controlled freight leaves little room for error. Small oversights in equipment, carrier selection, insurance coverage, or in-transit communication can quickly turn into costly claims.
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Why Financial Control Must Begin Inside Your TMS
Integrating shipment execution with contract-level rating intelligence allows shipments to be rated using negotiated transportation provider agreements before the freight moves.
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Not Having Parcel Functionality in Your TMS Is a Blind Spot
Some shippers treat parcel shipping like a utility bill. A bill paid weekly that is occasionally higher than usual, but you aren’t totally sure why. For businesses where parcel shipments are not the primary way products reach end-users, parcel expenses get lumped in with other internal shipping expenses. The result is a blind spot on […]
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18 Ways to Break Through Global Supply Chain Complexity
Managing a global supply chain requires navigating ongoing disruptions, fluctuating tariffs, geopolitical tension, and more. Here are 18 tips to help cut through these obstacles.
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Freight Mode Optimization: When to Shift Between Road, Sea, and Air in a Volatile Market
Freight markets remain unpredictable, with rates fluctuating, capacity tightening, and disruption affecting all modes at different times. For businesses moving goods within the UK and internationally, transport decisions can no longer be treated as fixed. They require regular review and adjustment in line with changing conditions. What Is Freight Mode Optimization? Freight mode optimization refers […]
Read MoreWhy Transportation Strategy Can’t Be Static in a Volatile Market
Transportation planning is often anchored to historical pricing, static forecasts, and the belief that volatility is temporary. But that’s no longer the environment we’re facing.
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6 Ways to Reclaim Margin
For many mid-size companies, freight costs have quietly become a dangerous threat to profit margins. These six strategies offer actionable starting points to reclaim margin and build more resilient logistics operations.
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How Multimodal Freight Bolsters Domestic Supply Chains
Global trade has experienced volatility due to shifting tariffs and port issues, making international sourcing riskier and harder to plan. Consequently, more companies are pursuing domestic sourcing for increased control and shorter transit times. But even U.S.-based logistics operations face challenges such as varying lead times and equipment availability.
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The Top 20 Fleet Management Challenges Faced By Owners and How to Overcome Them
Solving fleet management challenges helps fleet managers reduce fuel costs, lower maintenance costs, and improve driver performance. Tools like GPS tracking, route optimization, and telematics systems enable smarter, informed decisions.
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To Reduce Empty Miles, Shippers Must Share to Save
For an industry that prides itself on running lean, the supply chain has a glaring inefficiency on the roads every day: trucks with plenty of space to spare.
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10 Tips for Reducing Transportation Costs
Leveraging the right transportation strategies, tools, and insights can help optimize operations and deliver outstanding service at a reduced cost.
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Redwood Keeps Data Flowing for Flow Control Group
Flow Control Group (FCG) is a leading solutions provider specializing in flow control, fluid handling, and process automation across North America. With over 70 companies and 150+ locations, FCG ensures the movement of mission-critical components to diverse markets.
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Multimodal Transportation: Definition, Examples, and Advantages
In an era of globalization, where swift and efficient transportation is crucial, the logistics sector has had to innovate and adapt. Among the various evolving transportation services, multimodal transportation stands out as an integrated solution catering to diverse intermodal shipping needs. Let’s delve into this concept and understand its significance in today’s fast-paced world. […]
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Customs Clearance: Meaning and Process
International trade can be complex and time-consuming, but it is crucial for businesses that import or export goods to understand one of the most critical steps in the process: customs clearance. Customs clearance is the procedure you must follow to legally import or export goods across international borders. The process can be daunting, but […]
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What is FOB Destination? Meaning, Terms, Who Pays?
If you’re in the shipping industry, you need to be familiar with the shipping term FOB destination and all it implies. You should be able to answer the question of what does FOB mean in shipping and convey the fob price meaning. FOB is an acronym that means “free on board,” so FOB destination […]
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Understanding the Impact of Truck Driver Detention
Addressing the issues of truck driver detention is not just beneficial for the trucking industry; it’s essential for the health of the entire supply chain.
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Sealing the Deal: The Art of Balanced Shipper-Carrier Contracts
When shippers and carriers understand each other’s priorities, they can more effectively craft contracts that ensure handshake harmony for everyone.
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CtrlChain Launches Advanced Connectivity Feature for Shippers and Carriers
CtrlChain, a pioneer in logistics and transportation management, continues to revolutionize the industry by enhancing logistics process visibility and transparency even further for shippers and carriers. CtrlChain has been focusing on advancing its offerings to make carriers’ lives even easier. Now, transport planners can easily provide live updates to their customers, from pick-up to arrival […]
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