Archive for the “Technology” Category

IL2000 Streamlines its Bid Process with SMC³ Bid$ense® Procurement Tool
Authored by SMC³ on December 13, 2022
Like many large third-party logistics providers for shippers and carriers, Integrated Logistics 2000 (IL2000) found itself at a crossroads managing its bid process. IL2000 selected SMC³ Bid$ense® to improve its bidding process.

Newell Brands and J.B. Hunt Expedite LTL Analysis with SMC³’s BatchMark® XL
Authored by SMC³ on December 6, 2022
Both Newell Brands and J.B. Hunt were looking for ways to expedite less-than-truckload (LTL) analysis of rates and bids. Both companies selected the powerful SMC³ BatchMark® XL LTL rapid rating tool to drive greater efficiency in LTL bids and analytics.

Finding Stability in a Turbulent Truckload Market
Authored by SMC³ on November 30, 2022
The U.S. truckload market has been through a prolonged period of historic instability, caused by the convergence of a multitude of factors. While there are many positive signs moving forward, the truckload market is inherently volatile and cyclical.

How LTL shippers and carriers are using technology to improve efficiency
Authored by SMC³ on May 24, 2022
In an SMC³ LTL202 online education exclusive covering “Technology in an LTL Environment”, transportation logistics and technology professionals offered their insights on the technologies that are changing LTL and what the industry needs to do to keep up in a future where efficiency will be paramount.

Where LTL dock operations can improve shipper/carrier relations
Authored by SMC³ on April 26, 2022
As part of the recent SMC³ LTL online education exclusive hybrid session, industry experts discussed the basics of dock operations and how they’ve changed as technology has advanced.

What is a freight embargo and why do carriers set them?
Authored by SMC³ on April 19, 2022
Embargoes are common in less than truckload (LTL) shipping. This blog explains the purpose of LTL freight embargoes, who decides when they go into effect and why embargoes can actually help make the supply chain work more smoothly for shippers and carriers alike.