One common complaint about trucking is that the industry can be too fragmented, with much of the blame placed on outdated processes and tools. But some experts pin many of the sector’s inefficiencies on a lack of data literacy. First published May 26, 2023 in Sourcing...
While the trucking industry has been put under further pressure by current supply chain issues, the real problem started long before the pandemic. Driver shortages were being felt as far back as 2005, according to a 2019 American Trucking Associations report. First...
When it comes to meeting supply chain goals, many companies want to take a breather and buy a vowel. But with some innovative thinking, they can boost visibility, increase fulfillment operation efficiency, and streamline transportation, without losing a turn. First...
First published in Supply and Demand Chain Executive – October 23, 2022 In the current global logistics landscape, the phrase “supply chain” frequently presages a tale fraught with uncertainty over the last two years. Those following the recent root causes of...
First published Nov 30, 2022 Updated Dec 1, 2022 in Overdrive. Author: Alex Lockie. With just a month to go before the Christmas holiday, the U.S. finds itself staring down the barrel of a rail strike, which could boost spot freight volume and rates for some niches as...
