In an environment defined by rapid policy shifts and unpredictable market behavior, logistics professionals are being called upon to do more than just move freight—they must navigate volatility, reassess sourcing strategies, and anticipate systemic disruptions.
Fleet routing solutions are very powerful, but shippers, especially those that operate in high-density secondary networks, should not assume that these solutions are infallible. There are a variety of factors that come into play that reduce the efficacy of a solver.
With rates rebounding and carrier reliability stretched thin, more shippers are asking: Should we take control with a private fleet? Chris Dorsen and Adam Gray share their insights on the benefits, cost structures, and tactical use cases of shipper-owned private fleets.
Mike Mulqueen, our Executive Principal of Strategy & Innovation, was recently quoted in a Supply Chain Brain article. Read his insights here.
Oracle OTM: advanced and integrated GTM and TMS capabilities reviewed. These are the 5 areas that we found most interesting, both in terms of innovative capabilities as well as opportunities we would like to see further investment in.
As regulations tighten and sustainability goals become more ambitious, telematics systems and route optimization software offer powerful tools for fleet managers can make significant strides in reducing GHG emissions and promoting sustainable fleet operations.
The USPS is embarking on a bold journey to electrify its fleet, aiming for a greener, more financially stable future. However, the path to an all-electric fleet is fraught with significant challenges that could undermine these ambitious goals.
The shift from diesel to electric vehicles in the freight hauling industry is both challenging and strategic. This article addresses the challenges of infrastructure, route planning, and environmental factors, while highlighting the necessary strategies and investments for a successful migration to a more sustainable future.
Both UPS and Fedex have substantial overcapacity in their fleets of aircraft. This is not just a matter of their pilot utilization reports but also a concern for air cargo operators and brokers. For now, UPS and FedEx are keeping quiet on their plans, but recent moves indicate that they are trying to adapt to materially lower parcel volumes and opening up space on their fleets could be low-hanging fruit.
Key areas of focus from the recent Descartes Innovation Forum included a customer engagement platform enabling on-demand delivery tracking, a mobile solution for driver safety training, and integrated route planning considering drivers’ HOS with Geotab ELDs.
