Oct 13, 2025
•3 minute read
transportation management
How Intelligent Warehouse Management Delivers Supply Chain ResilienceModern supply chains are challenged by labor shortages and rising customer demands, and the solution lies in Intelligent Warehouse Management leveraging SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM), exemplified by delaware's FAST EWM TM template and mobile applications that simplify operations and enhance efficiency.
Truck Manufacturer Taps LeverX and SAP Yard Logistics to Improve Floor Transport Load PlanningA truck manufacturer, facing inefficiencies in spare parts transportation and order processing, implemented the SAP Yard Logistics solution in collaboration with LeverX to enhance real-time monitoring, automate shipping manifests, optimize forklift utilization, and streamline loading operations, ultimately improving supply chain efficiency and incident management.
Oct 31, 2024
•5 minute read
Descartes Acquires MyCarrierPortalDescartes Systems Group has acquired Assure Assist, Inc. (MyCarrierPortal), enhancing its logistics solutions by improving carrier onboarding and risk monitoring capabilities in the trucking industry to combat fraud and optimize supply chain performance.
Sep 18, 2024
•5 minute read
Unifying Fleet and Transportation Planning for Maximizing Resources and Minimizing CostsIntegrating the planning of private fleets and for-hire carriers into a unified software platform enables retailers and manufacturers to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer service by optimizing logistics and minimizing the inefficiencies associated with managing these resources separately.
Sep 10, 2024
•3 minute read
Transportation Management Through DisruptionThe 2024 Global Transportation Management Benchmark Survey by Descartes highlights how shippers and logistics service providers (LSPs) are preparing for industry and regulatory changes, with 40% of respondents investing in technology, a number that rises to 44% for companies considering transportation a competitive weapon. The survey, which includes insights from over 630 global transportation professionals, identifies key trends such as the impact of fuel costs, the importance of visibility in transportation management, the role of business growth, and the significance of sustainability in daily decisions. Fuel costs remain a major concern, with 52% of respondents citing it as a critical factor over the next five years. Visibility is prioritized by 42%, with regional differences noted between North America and Europe. Business growth drives transportation management expansion for top performers, while cost reduction is a primary focus for companies with poorer financial performance. Sustainability is increasingly crucial, with 90% of respondents considering it in their planning. Despite a decline in the percentage of companies planning significant IT budget increases, three-fourths still plan to boost their transportation management investments over the next two years, indicating the ongoing importance of IT in enhancing transportation management.
Jul 24, 2024
•4 minute read
Smart Temperature Tracking for Sensitive Shipments Safely with Descartes MacroPointEnsuring the integrity of temperature-sensitive goods during transit is crucial for preserving product quality and safety, whether it is perishable food, life-saving medications, or delicate plants. However, shippers often struggle with challenges, such as handling a high volume of refrigerated carriers, managing delayed and manual data communication, and coping with portal and data overload. These […]
Jun 11, 2024
•2 minute read
Reducing Environmental Impact and Improving Efficiency with Descartes SolutionsA recent study by Descartes, titled "Retailers: Sustainability is Not a Challenge, It’s an Opportunity," examined consumer perspectives on the environmental impacts of home delivery. It revealed that half of the consumers are very interested in eco-friendly delivery options, but only 38% believe that retailers are effectively adopting sustainable practices. Additionally, over 30% of consumers consistently consider the environmental ramifications of their online purchases, a figure that rises to 42% among the 25-34 age group. This growing consumer focus, coupled with increasing governmental environmental initiatives, places heightened pressure on supply chain and logistics operations to cut greenhouse gas emissions. Descartes is responding to this need by offering green delivery solutions that leverage technology to reduce fuel consumption, paper use, and vehicle congestion, as well as facilitating multi-party collaboration to optimize delivery frequencies and improve shipment-to-carrier matching, thus enhancing overall sustainability performance.
Jun 7, 2024
•1 minute read
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