Archive for the “Freight” Category
Shipper, 3PL and logistics customer input fuels SMC³ supply chain innovation
Authored by SMC³ on October 12, 2023
Shippers, 3PLs, carriers and other clients are the foundation of SMC³. The company creates innovative logistics technology solutions to help these groups optimize the LTL portions of their supply chains through tools that offer unrivaled shipment visibility, transit-time information and freight rating power.
SMC³ Behind the Scenes: Renee Rubino
Authored by SMC³ on October 5, 2023
Recently, we had the privilege to chat with SMC³’s Renee Rubino, to talk about all things Renee, her role, and the importance of building strong relationships with our Alliance Partners!
Inside the Washington Beltway—Critical Regulatory Matters Impacting LTL
Authored by SMC³ on September 28, 2023
Sometimes it feels like the only regulatory certainty is the uncertainty for the less-than-truckload (LTL) industry. The first workshop in the fourth series of SMC3’s LTL Online Education focused on all things regulatory, and Washington D.C. insiders and transportation regulation experts explored today’s landscape impacting LTL and the next steps to prepare for potential regulatory impacts.
Bid$ense® Provides a Much-Needed Freight Procurement Tool in Turbulent Times
Authored by SMC³ on September 14, 2023
It’s safe to say August was a turbulent month for the less-than-truckload (LTL) industry in the wake of one of the most dominant carriers shuttering operations. Other carriers have picked up the overflow and seeing a spike in daily shipments; 30,000 impacted truck drivers are searching for new jobs; and shippers are navigating a new, uncertain freight landscape.
Unexpected Weather Events are on the Rise. Is it Freight Embargo Panic Time?
Authored by SMC³ on September 7, 2023
As weather-related events become more common, what are the chances that freight embargoes could disrupt a somewhat upbeat outlook?
How do automated volume LTL pricing solutions help the logistics community?
Authored by SMC³ on August 31, 2023
For years, less than truckload shippers and 3PLs have been gathering volume LTL rates the hard way. Due to a lack of options, when their shipments fit the parameters of a volume LTL move, these transportation users have had to get on the phone to query numerous carriers about their volume LTL pricing, sending countless emails back and forth.