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Inaccurate data leads to unexpected costs, erodes profit margins, and creates friction. This white paper explores how robust data practices lead to immediate savings and stronger partnerships.

Handle must-arrive-by-dates with precision to avoid costly fees and streamline shipping—learn what MABD means and why it matters for your business.

The growing trend of nearshoring manufacturing, fueled by economic changes and logistical benefits, is prompting shippers to reassess their transportation partners and the services they offer. In our latest article, we explore the current global trends in relocating manufacturing closer to the U.S. and discover how OD's Mexico Direct Distribution service can effectively meet the needs of shippers.

Discover the transformative concept of Just-In-Time 2.0 logistics. Learn how technological advances and strategic changes are creating more robust, resilient supply chains for the future.

This report explores how you can build a resilient supply chain by discussing the importance of learning from past challenges and making necessary adjustments. It highlights the need for strong, long-term partnerships between shippers and carriers, underpinned by clear communication, information flow, and transparency.

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Optimize logistics and supply chain management for a resilient supply chain. Improve supply chain planning & optimization with our expert guide.

Learn how to estimate freight costs accurately and manage total transportation costs by factoring in accessorial fees, damages, and service quality.

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Manufacturers and shippers are considering more of a rebalancing than a wholesale rewrite of the rules of global trade. Still, nearshoring trends are significant enough to redraw the maps of the domestic supply chain, especially within the LTL market.

Over the next decade, experts predict that geopolitics, economics, and concern about supply chains will push manufacturing closer to more consumers than ever before. Read how onshoring and nearshoring will impact manufacturers, shippers, and carriers.

Holding more inventory still remains unattractive as carrying costs continue to rise in North America. Striking a balance of just-in-time versus a just-in-case supply is where manufacturers will need to better plan, coined a “just-in-time plus” by ATA Chief Economist Bob Costello.

Domestic supply chains still remain choppy, and business leaders are looking toward the future to mitigate some of the challenges. What are some key requirements for operational efficiency? Here are three high-level considerations within the current operating environment.

Learn how to build long-term supply chain resiliency in freight operations by improving process, planning, and communication with your shipping partners.