There is an alternative to leaving the management of inbound cargo flows to suppliers: bring it under the umbrella of an in-house or third-party transportation management system (TMS).
In this post we consider the latter route; using a third-party TMS to manage inbound transportation, although many of the principles apply to in-house systems as well.
Why go to the trouble of adding inbound to your TMS workload when suppliers will shoulder the burden? Read More…
Categories:
TMS Technology, Transportation Management
Tags: Carriers, Inbound Transportation, Supply Chain Visibility, TMS Technology
Is logistics just a job or both a job and a passion for you?
This may seem like an odd question, but in fact it’s critical to how you perform as a professional.
On a personal level, people who are passionate about their jobs tend to be more fulfilled and driven to succeed. Read More…
What is the most common cause of on time delivery failures? Transportation-related snafus often get the blame, yet in many cases there is relatively little data on the root causes of missed delivery deadlines. Digging deeper into the issue will help reveal the true cause – and assist in developing the correct solution.
It is everyone’s interest to fix these problems (shippers, carriers, customers). Sub-par performances in this area add cost, lower service levels, and generate unnecessary friction between trading partners. Read More…
Categories:
Carrier Management, TMS Technology, Transportation Management
Tags: Carrier, Freight Delivery, On-time Delivery, Shipper, TMS, Transportation, Transportation Management System