Day one of the SMC³ Connections 2018 supply chain education conference, an event focused on the trends and issues in the transportation arena, took a bit of a monetary digression. During “The Practical Guide to Blockchain” panel, a parenthetical discussion of cryptocurrency featured some visionary claims regarding the use of Bitcoin and digital money.

Solutions that simplify the LTL RFP process by automating, facilitating and managing bidding between carriers and shippers are invaluable in this complex environment. SMC³’s Bid$ense® can simplify and expedite the time consuming bid process by automating the entire event.

FedEx Supply Chain’s Ryan Kelly recently spoke with SMC³ about the reverse logistics supply chain and how less-than-truckload carriers are trying to capitalize on the growing trend. Industry expert, Brad Parrish of FedEx Supply Chain, will discuss the topic in more detail during Connections 2018 in June.

The freight costing model solution Cost Intelligence System gives carriers the keys to achieve their goals, but with the use of dimensioners and the introduction of volumetric data into the carrier’s system, this tool can provide even more benefits to each user. Unlike optimization and cost-averaging systems, the SMC³ solution shows carriers their true costs – not an estimate.

Propelled by e-commerce shipments, less than truckload transportation is booming. Customers turn to SMC³ for unrivaled LTL transportation software solutions like RateWare XL and CarrierConnect XL, which provide the fuel for their transportation management systems.

Logistics and transportation professionals annually attend Connections 2018 for strategic educational and networking events. Held at the Greenbrier from June 25-27, 2018, this premier networking and supply chain conference is a one-of-a-kind experience that blends informative panels and keynotes with ample time to network, make new contacts and relax.