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Strategic Route Planning: Blueprint for Profitability In the current climate of intensifying customer expectations, and competitive pressure to differentiate service offerings, companies are faced with the challenge of executing delivery at an...
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For the last 5 years, Descartes has conducted one of the industry’s most comprehensive annual benchmarking surveys of hundreds of transportation decision makers. In this ebook, we’ll reveal the results of our 2021 survey, offer unique market context...
The Biden Administration recently ordered a review of U.S. supply chains to prevent shortages, that have been exacerbated by COVID-19. This white paper analyzes the current situation to offer a perspective into what the Biden Administration’s review...
While many brokers are already using some form of automation, top performers are going a step further to achieve the ultimate goal of finding and booking the most qualified carrier. They are adopting advanced, intelligent AI-driven capacity matching...
Delivery strategies, tactics and technologies have evolved rapidly for B2C and B2B companies. Industry leaders have proven that they can compete on the strength of their delivery capabilities. The myth that higher service levels result in increased...
Analyzing 2020 Imports & the Changes in North American Trade Reporting the latest available data from Mexico, Canada, and the U.S. Census Bureaus, with cumulative trade values over the preceding year. Top commodity rankings based on total FOB Value...
Get the Insight You Need Now to Become a Successful Digital Forwarder Access our complimentary series that covers the three components to digitize operations. Learn the value of embracing the digital trend, common challenges, and read the stories of...
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Home Delivery Best Practices eBook Discover proven strategies to transform your delivery experience into a driver of loyalty, efficiency, and competitive advantage. Dive into your new resource Download Today Engaging the customer from purchase to...
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Get the Third Installment in the Series: Effective Automation To accelerate operations and become a digital forwarder, freight forwarders must automate time-consuming, non-value-added activities and refocus resources on what they do best—moving...
Get the Second Installment in the Series: Collecting Data & Effective Integration: Freight forwarders know that they need to provide an easy way for their customers to book, rate, track, and ship on-demand. The only way to do this is to collect data...
Get the First Installment in the Series: Customer-Facing Enablement Freight forwarders are facing extreme pressure. They are being pushed on all sides to digitize and deliver a premiere customer experience. With innovative competitors shaking-up the...
Help Mitigate the Risk of Accidental Export Violations Government compliance requirements prohibit companies from doing business with organizations where ownership by sanctioned parties exceeds defined percentage thresholds. Businesses need to be...
Enabling Complete Visibility Across the Pharmaceutical Logistics Chain Distributing COVID-19 vaccines worldwide will be an unprecedented logistical challenge and strain the pharmaceutical logistics chain as never before. This ultimate guide covers...
Are you maximizing the value of your ELD technology? Today’s industry leaders aren’t just complying with government mandates, they are thriving with actionable data & improved performance powered by telematics. Part 1: Best Practices for ELD Mandates...
About the eBook: Global supply chain visibility is a hot topic in today’s challenging business climate. Effective visibility tools are crucial to meet evolving customer expectations as competitors continue to raise the bar on service and performance...
Best Practices for Last Mile Delivery How leading companies turn delivery into a competitive advantage: Discover the strategies, technologies, and mindset that set them apart. Dive into your new resource Download Today Delivery strategies, tactics...
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Real-time Freight Tracking: Keys to a Successful Implementation To realize the maximum value from your transportation management investment, download this eBook to learn about the 6 best practices for implementing a freight tracking and visibility...
Prior to COVID-19, it was already a challenge for business leaders to keep pace with shifts in import trends. From duty and tariff changes, to economic fluctuations, changes in demand, and more, the volume and value of commodities can shift and...
Prior to COVID-19, it was already a challenge for business leaders to keep pace with shifts in import trends. From duty and tariff changes, to economic fluctuations, changes in demand, and more, the volume and value of commodities can shift and...
Prior to COVID-19, it was already a challenge for business leaders to keep pace with shifts in import trends. From duty and tariff changes, to economic fluctuations, changes in demand, and more, the volume and value of commodities can shift and...
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