Transportation optimization sounds exceedingly complex. However, it is merely the process of reallocating assets and making the best decisions to maximize supply chain resources. Unfortunately, finding the best ways to … Read More
WHITE PAPER: How disruption drives innovation in freight & freight forecasting
The more disruptive the forces, the greater the need for change. Disruption is a catalyst for innovation. The short-term (12 to 18 months) peak-to-trough cycles in transportation and logistics mean … Read More
Shipping demand management: why enterprise shippers need in-depth insights
Truckload freight and transportation costs make up a large part of most logistical spending for shipping companies across the country. With surges in fuel costs and new fees, taxes and expenses levied … Read More
[stackd] How Technology & Data are Creating New Freight Shipping Models
Listen to the episode On the episode you’ll hear: How do we as technology providers reduce the amount of noise for potential buyers of these platforms and provide a simple … Read More
7 tips for carriers to use analytics to improve carrier operations
Trucking carriers and freight managers have much to keep up with in the shipper and trucking industry. This becomes especially true today during recovery and continued disruptions and deviations in … Read More
Why enterprise shippers need interoperability in their freight and logistics technology stack
In logistics, many vital processes remain outdated and subject to manual management. Some of the largest enterprises are still using old and obsolete methods and platforms. This leaves shippers, carriers … Read More
[INFOGRAPHIC] Shipping technology: the must-have systems in the shipper tech stack
(Graphics created by Emily Ricks) The shipper tech stack is continuously expanding, and according to Transportation Impact, “Key to all these new capabilities is data interoperability. Companies need their business-critical … Read More
4 Tips for carriers to maximize fleet asset utilization using data
Are you using your trucking assets as efficiently as possible? Have you taken any steps to increase capacity utilization? Chances are that you answered “yes,” but your attempts to maximize … Read More
7 ways freight tech reduces operations costs and improves profits for carriers
Operational costs continue to increase for carriers year to year. Although many carriers have worked diligently towards reducing operational costs and increasing profit margins, there is still work to do … Read More
10 shipper of choice tips to aid in securing capacity and carrier relationships
With competition and the demand for fast and reliable transportation management options also increasing at rates never seen before, shippers need to focus on providing quality services to thrive. Becoming … Read More
7 ways technology augments effective procurement in the shipping industry
Load capacity limits play a crucial part in a supply chain network organization, logistics metrics management, and procurement in the shipping industry. According to Logistics Management, “Time is money in … Read More
Freight Forecasting During COVID-19 (with video)
Co-hosts Kyle Taylor and Luke Falasca focused on freight forecasting during COVID-19 on this episode of #WithSONAR. In addition, Taylor and Falasca discussed SONAR’s Lane Scorecard and how shippers can … Read More
Logistics Events: Top 12 Virtual Events to Attend
Staying up to date with the latest trends, technology and innovations is important within any industry, but it is particularly true of the logistics and shipping industry. Here are some … Read More
Top 18 Freight Podcasts to Subscribe to Now
While logging into a shipping data analytics engine like FreightWaves SONAR is an excellent way to keep tabs on the market, there’s another opportunity to stay in the know without … Read More
Zaro Transportation Leverages SONAR to Augment Its Rate Model and Manages Freight Better
View the Full Case Study Zaro Transportation is a Laredo, Texas-based transportation company that provides door-to-door freight services and coverage throughout Mexico and the United States, crossing through the port … Read More
Taimen Transport moves into the 4PL space with SONAR-powered freight management
View the Full Case Study Taimen Transport LLC – A rapidly growing North American Logistics Services Provider –is advancing its ability to become a best in class 4PL and add … Read More
Transportation Benchmarking: Why Benchmarking Against Peers Aids in Turbulent Freight Markets
Within the transportation and shipping industries, one of the most challenging aspects of freight management and logistics comes down to knowing what to charge, when to charge it and what … Read More
Q4 2020 Forecast – Freight Forecasting with Michael V (video)
Kyle Lintner, Principal and Managing Partner at K-Ratio, joins Freight Forecasting host Michael Vincent in a discussion of key market indicators and what they are saying about the fourth quarter … Read More
[PODCAST] What is SONAR?
“The Logistics of Logistics” is a podcast dedicated to exploring how things get places and the people who get them there. It is hosted by Joe Lynch, who talks with … Read More
SONAR Indices & Insights: See incoming ocean imports as a leading indicator of domestic trucking activity with Customs maritime import shipments (CSTM)
Each week, you’ll learn about another index found within SONAR, the freight forecasting platform from FreightWaves. This week the Customs Maritime Import Shipments (CSTM) is highlighted. This index allows SONAR … Read More
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