It’s no secret that we’re in a very constrained transportation environment right now. There are about 7 to 8 loads for every truck available in the market. So, what does it take to secure reliable and repeat capacity today? How do you build carrier loyalty? What is the role of TMS and freight matching and ... Read more

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In the 22 years that I have been an industry analyst, I have seen a lot of innovation in supply chain technology driven by the Internet, web services, mobile technologies, GPS, cloud computing, and so many other developments. What is the next evolution in supply chain technology? What factors are driving it and why is ... Read more

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In the supply chain and logistics world, we often talk about the importance of people, process, and technology. The people side, however, often gets overshadowed by the other two, especially technology. The reality is that developing and retaining supply chain talent is more important than ever. Why is that so? What are some of the ... Read more

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We’re more than halfway through 2021 and it’s been a very challenging year for transportation executives, to put it mildly. There is a great imbalance between freight demand and capacity across all modes. This is forcing shippers to consider new or different strategies in how they get their goods from Point A to Point B. ... Read more

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We hear a lot about the importance of having an “agile” supply chain, especially in the context of disruptions like the pandemic or the Suez Canal incident. What does having an agile supply chain mean? How is it linked to order orchestration? What actions should companies take to better prepare for the next disruption? Those ... Read more

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Technology certainly hogs the spotlight in the logistics industry, but anyone who has been in the industry long enough understands that relationships — with shippers, carriers, and employees — matter too. Is that still the case in this age of digital transformation? Does technology play a role in building relationships? Is it part of the ... Read more

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One the one hand, the quest to achieve end-to-end supply chain visibility continues to get more difficult as supply chains become more global and fragmented. On the other hand, advancements in technology are helping companies to overcome these challenges and automate their processes. What hurdles still remain? Why is changing the status quo so important? ... Read more

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The question “Why is digital transformation important?” was answered loud and clear in 2020: because you can’t grow your business profitably, and you can’t meet the changing needs and expectations of your customers unless you do. But how do you get started on this journey? What is the destination? How do customers, carriers, and employees ... Read more

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“How are you doing?” is a question we often ask friends and colleagues. “How are we doing?” is a question companies often ask themselves. But in order to answer that question as completely as possible, companies need to look beyond internal metrics. They need to know how they’re doing compared to others in the industry ... Read more

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Last year, the pandemic disrupted the transportation market, throwing supply and demand off balance. That imbalance continues today, resulting in tight capacity, increased rates, and ongoing uncertainty for shippers. What are the main factors impacting the transportation market today? How can shippers find capacity without killing their budget? How can technology help shippers meet their ... Read more

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