Artificial intelligence offers both potential advantages and hurdles for the transportation sector. While specific uses like optimizing routes and managing inventory show promise, a thorough evaluation is necessary to determine the actual value and practicality of incorporating AI into supply chain processes. Although AI may play a role in shaping the future of transportation, successfully

Although the economy at large has avoided a full-blown recession, the transport industry has not been as lucky. High operating costs and reduced demand have led to serious attrition across the supply chain. Will 2024 see a normalization of the market, or will volatility continue to wreak havoc in the transport field? For insights into

The transportation industry is on the cusp of a transformative era, driven by the rapid advancement of technology. One of the most exciting developments in this field is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI). AI has the potential to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and reduce costs for companies across the supply chain. On the other

In the dynamic world of freight transportation, consistency is the key to success for both shippers and carriers. Shippers need reliability in their supply chain, ensuring their goods reach their destinations on time, every time. Carriers seek predictable and consistent freight volumes. Simply put, establishing consistency benefits all parties involved in the transportation process. Shippers

In the fast-paced world of logistics and supply chain management, the ability to streamline operations can mean the difference between success and failure. In the area of warehouse management, a new generation of systems promises to transform the industry through AI-powered leaps in efficiency. One such system driving change in the dynamic landscape of warehouse

In the world of transportation and logistics, Request for Proposals (RFPs) play a significant role in shaping the relationships between shippers, carriers, and brokers. They are a crucial part of the process that helps businesses secure the right transportation services at the best possible rates. However, RFPs are not one-size-fits-all solutions, and the dynamics of

Timing is everything in the modern transport business. For carriers, ensuring on-time delivery is crucial for continued success and customer satisfaction. But all too often, issues at the point of delivery create holdups that reflect poorly on the carrier at no fault of their own. What can be done to streamline operations within the warehouse

Chris Caplice, PhD. Is a Senior Research Scientist at MIT and Chief Scientist at DAT Solutions. As a leading mind in the field of freight analytics, Dr. Caplice has worked extensively in the field of transportation procurement. When it comes to requests for proposals (RFPs) a once straightforward part of the procurement process is becoming

The concept of bankruptcy has evolved in recent years. Today, asset litigation is used strategically as a source of value by companies and their unsecured creditors. These creditors now form committees to negotiate the terms of a bankruptcy, complicating the bankruptcy process on a level never seen before. “It’s making the process a little bit

The Covid-19 pandemic brought the topics of transportation and logistics to the forefront of our culture like never before. Suddenly stories about the supply chain dominated the evening news, and truckers everywhere were recognized as heroes. Now almost four years removed from the start of the outbreak, what are the lasting effects of the pandemic