Shipping managers need to be proactive about how they utilize the shipping resources they have at their disposal and explore opportunities to spread out volume in the current and future peak seasons.
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Navigating the Big Trends in Logistics Technology: How to Position Yourself for Implementation Success
Brad Forester and Mike Mulqueen recently sat down with Adrian Gonzalez of Talking Logistics to discuss current trends in the LogTech world.
Reshoring Revolution: 69% of US Supply Chains to Shift to Americas by 2026
The Globalized Supply Chain models that have formed and become popular in the last several decades have been significantly impacted by recent events. The desire to reduce labor and materials costs comes into stark contrast with transportation spend when we experience disruptions.
Five Expert Recommendations for Navigating Global Disruptions to Foster a Resilient Supply Chain
Interruptions to the supply chain can have a significant impact on our daily lives. As supply chain professionals, we can take proactive steps to improve how we handle potential bottlenecks and complications.
Commercial Carrier Journal interview with Chris Doersen
The Commercial Carrier Journal spoke to JBF’s Chris Doersen about his analysis of the truckload breakeven price.
SupplyChainBrain Interview with Mike Mulqueen and ORTEC CEO Mat Witte
Mike Mulqueen, our Executive Principal of Strategy & Innovation, was recently quoted in a Supply Chain Brain article. Read his insights here.
TMS Fall Maintenance: Pruning Data Decay & Using AI for Peak Performance
A TMS is a major investment, so when it doesn’t live up to your expectations, it’s frustrating (and that’s putting it mildly). The good news is that all is not lost—a little seasonal maintenance will go a long way.
5 Tactics to Reduce Costs and Enhance Efficiency With TMS Integration
5 practical tactics we leverage with our clients to help better understand and quantify integration effort before they become “budgetary shock” issues during an implementation.
Six Strategies for Shippers to Achieve Seamless Continuity During M & A
Mergers and acquisitions can disrupt supply chains and create integration challenges for shippers. From planning and risk mitigation to change management and technology decisions, this article dives into how to maintain a resilient supply chain during these transformative events.
Truckload Prices Are Primed To Increase In 2025
Truckload costs and the associated market prices are—for three years in a row now—still at or near the lowest threshold that the market can support. Here is the Commercial Trucking Operating Costs Mid-Year 2024-Q3 Update.