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The 3 Pillars of Freight Operations with Robert Bain

The Logistics of Logistics

Robert Bain and Joe Lynch discuss the 3 pillars of freight operations. Robert is is the Director of Client Engagement at CDL 1000 , a a technology-driven, third-party logistics (3PL) leader based in Chicago, IL. Robert is a long time logistics professional, who has nearly 2 decades in the space in both asset and non-asset applications.

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5 Ways a 3PL Provider Can Transform Your Supply Chain

GlobalTranz

It’s easy to overlook the role that 3PL providers play in the overall global economy and, at the same time, enable your business to operate and compete. The pandemic highlighted the complexities of the modern supply chain and the need for companies to engage with a 3PL provider to succeed. 3PL vs. 4PL. Technology.

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Navigating the Roller Coaster Freight Market with Ryan Schreiber

The Logistics of Logistics

Ryan Schreiber and Joe Lynch discuss navigating the roller coaster freight market. Prior to joining Metafora, Ryan worked at a variety of logistics companies and even started and exited a few tech-enabled freight brokerage start-ups. About Ryan Schreiber Ryan Schreiber is the Vice President, Industry and Growth, at Metafora.

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Transportation as a Service: The Value of Cloud-Based Transportation Management + 3PL Partnerships

GlobalTranz

Cloud-based transportation management platforms help solve these growth challenges for shippers, and when the right 3PL provider partnership is engaged, businesses benefit from a full suite of technology and transportation as a service. ? . Cloud-Based Solutions That Combine With a 3PL Offer the Biggest Bang for Your Buck .

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How to become a 3PL bulk freight agent

Bulk Connection

We’re talking about 3PL bulk freight agents: what they are, why they’re vital to the bulk freight supply chain, and how you might become one. Are you looking to be your own boss? Read on, as this article could describe the career move that’s perfect for you.

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The big picture with 3PL: Does it fit your supply chain strategy?

Logility

3PL Selection—don’t let your people be penny wise and pound foolish Are you looking at the big picture when you select a 3PL — do they fit with your supply chain strategy? Third Party Logistics providers (3PLs) are many and diverse. 3PL selection is a supply chain decision and an optimization opportunity.

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How a 3PL Empowers Shippers With LTL Transportation Stability

GlobalTranz

the past 13 months of sustained rising freight demand and widespread shortage of labor up-and-down supply chains has brought the LTL trucking sector, and the shippers that depend on it to move palletized shipments, to a turning point.”. How Can a 3PL Help Shippers Manage LTL Transportation Proactively. freight and delivery needs.

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