Integrating Multiple Data Sources in a TMS
Q: What are some of the data management challenges to expect in a transportation management system (TMS)? A:The most important thing is to decide what data you want/need, which trading…
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Leading Logistics Provider Closes More Business, Develops Stronger Customer Relationships
The Challenge With its growing international customer base, this global logistics and transportation service provider for the chemical and process industries recognized the need to automate its contract management and…
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Selecting a TMS
For those involved in managing freight movement, selecting the best transportation management system (TMS) is a crucial decision. Here’s how to evaluate a solution. 1. Form a diverse selection committee.…
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5 Actions to Optimize Logistics Costs
Logistics leaders face pressure from their stakeholders to optimize logistics costs while maintaining service and performance levels. Gartner Inc. identifies the following five actions to help you optimize costs from…
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Supply Chain Sustainability Takes Root
Whether the motive is saving the environment or saving money, companies are embracing supply chain sustainability from the ground up. Sustainability is rising. Born out of global concern over climate…
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19 Steps to Creating a Lean and Green Supply Chain
Nurturing a green, sustainable supply chain benefits the environment and your bottom line. Here are some tactics—from analyzing your transportation network and warehouse design to looking for recycling opportunities—to help…
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Are You Ready to Join the Circular Supply Chain?
It may be time to revisit how your company produces and delivers products as consumers and retailers become more environmentally aware and shift to a circular supply chain. According to…
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Saving Green While Going Green
Commercial operators around the globe—not just those in the supply chain—are currently grappling with a new reality. Gone are the days when businesses could solely worry about dollars and cents;…
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Eliminating Soft & Hidden Truck Fleet Costs
In addition to driver behavior, tracking driver productivity can also reveal hidden costs. Establishing a benchmark for driver productivity can show spikes or lags. Hard costs, such as fuel, parts,…
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Whip Around App Manages Vehicle Faults
Fleet inspection and maintenance software developer Whip Around has introduced a new feature to its app that allows fleet managers to manage and track vehicle faults flagged by drivers during…
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