Skip to content
Search AI Powered

Latest Stories

Press releases are provided by companies as is and have not been edited or checked for accuracy. Any queries should be directed to the company issuing the release.

Transportation Insight's E-commerce Expertise Drives Sustainable Supply Chain Solutions

Enterprise Logistics Provider's Retail Insights and Green Leadership Highlighted by Leading Publication

Transportation Insight's E-commerce Expertise Drives Sustainable Supply Chain Solutions

HICKORY, NC (December 13, 2018) - Transportation Insight, a multi-modal Enterprise Logistics Provider and business strategist, is featured in the Supply & Demand Chain Executive (SDCE) December cover story, "Retailers Leverage Brick-and-Mortar in an Amazon World." Alongside success stories of leading retailers, Transportation Insight's supply chain experts share best practices employed by many of its 1,500 clients. E-commerce fulfillment strategies integrating physical locations are among a portfolio of solutions that also earned Transportation Insight SDCE's December award for serving as an industry role model in green supply chain practices.

"Since Amazon has reset shoppers' expectations, an obsessive customer focus built on the timeless principles that a shopping experience with Amazon embodies will help retailers compete with Amazon," says Transportation Insight Vice President of Parcel Solutions Charles Moore. "Retailers must provide convenience, speed, price and selection."


Leveraging a robust portfolio of proprietary and commercial technology applications to capture, manage and act on supply chain data, Transportation Insight partners with retailers striving for Amazon-like performance to employ multi-modal solutions that improve customer service, while also reducing supply chain waste and environmental impact.

"The best experience is going to include having the product customers want, when they want it, at a competitive price with information available to make an informed decision and the delivery mechanism they want to use," says Transportation Insight Vice President of Supply Chain Analytics John Richardson. "Converting to an omni-channel strategy forces a retailer to make certain changes to technology and processes in order to enable it. No matter what channels a retailer chooses to use, better visibility, increased data accuracy, efficient ordering and inventory placement of product benefits the retailer."

SDCE cites Transportation Insight's ability to combine analysis, intellectual capital and its hallmark Co-managed Logistics® approach to help clients achieve supply chain performance improvements as criteria for the 2018 Green Supply Chain Award. The award recognizes the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 2016 SmartWay® Excellence Awardee for helping clients streamline their supply chains through mode and carrier selection, comprehensive data management and logistics reporting and predictive supply chain analytics.

"Applying a continuous improvement mindset and deep multi-modal domain experience in a technology-rich platform, we're able to customize high-impact network designs that realize efficiencies and protect profit. A byproduct of these efforts is a reduction of fuel usage, air emissions, vehicle miles and energy consumption across the global supply chain," says Transportation Insight President and CEO Chris Baltz. "As we're trusted by our clients to increase their long-term sustainability, we're honored to be recognized for green best practices that also help our clients dominate their markets."

Transportation Insight has helped facilitate significant improvement in enterprise logistics performance for retail clients. Improved inventory distribution strategies, rigorous parcel and freight billing audits and optimal carrier selection helped one national retailer achieve millions of dollars in annual shipping program savings. Transportation Insight's experience-driven analysis also provided a deeper understanding of service failures and operational performance gaps that impact customer service.

"Retailers can reinvent themselves by providing a curated buying experience and giving buyers options for delivery times - from same day to next day, just like Amazon. By providing good customer service in the logistics operation, such as the ability to track shipments and alert customers if their orders will be delayed, you will increase customer satisfaction," Moore says. "Superior customer satisfaction and service sets your business apart from the competition and ensures customer loyalty."

With eight Pros to Know and Lean-certified tactical and strategic operators on staff, including 30 green belts, two black belts and a Master Black Belt, Transportation Insight not only identifies ways to improve supply chain processes, but also helps companies optimize packaging design. The logistics expert's packaging optimization skillset can be especially impactful to companies with a significant e-commerce distribution component by minimizing the total landed cost and environmental impact of each shipped order.

"This year's award recipients place a critical emphasis on green initiatives within their companies and supply chains," says John R. Yuva, SDCE editor. "Our honorees serve as role models for supply chains globally to expand their reach and impact of green leadership."

About Transportation Insight, LLC
Transportation Insight is a multi-modal, lead logistics provider with $3.9 billion in logistics spend under management. For nearly 20 years, the Enterprise Logistics Solutions Provider has partnered with manufacturers, retailers and distributors to achieve significant cost savings, reduce cycle times and improve customer satisfaction rates by providing customized supply chain solutions. Transportation Insight offers a Co-managed Logistics® form of 3PL, carrier sourcing, freight bill audit and payment services, state-of-the-art transportation management system (TMS) applications, parcel technology platform (audit, engineering, advanced analytics) and business intelligence. Serving over 1,500 clients, its logistics services portfolio includes domestic transportation, e-commerce solutions, supply chain analytics, international transportation, warehouse sourcing, LEAN consulting and supply chain sourcing of indirect materials including secondary packaging.

More Info: https://www.transportationinsight.com

The Latest

More Stories

Warp Announces Preparation for U.S. Government Partnership to Enhance Service and Efficiency

Los Angeles, CA, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Warp, a tech-powered network of cross-docks and carriers offering various vehicle sizes, announced that 2025 it will extend its solutions and services to the U.S. government. Warp aims to modernize government freight logistics with machine-learning-driven planning, optimized network strategies, and flexible solutions to create efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable supply chain transportation.

Focused on optimizing every load, every time, Warp employs machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI), and groundbreaking consolidation techniques to blur the traditional lines of freight shipping by combining the best elements of LTL, FTL, and parcel delivery. Using its homogenous fleet including cargo vans, sedans, box trucks, and 53-foot trailers, Warp facilitates carrier injections, inbound vendor consolidation, pool point distribution, zone-skipping, store replenishment, and national retail distribution for some of the world’s largest shippers.

Keep ReadingShow less

Featured

Toyota Material Handling MidSouth’s Forklift Donation Raises $40,000 for Higher Education

Toyota Material Handling and Toyota Material Handling MidSouth partner to donate 5,000-pound-capacity pneumatic forklift at Concrete Industry Management’s annual charity auction.

Photo courtesy of Toyota Material Handling

Toyota Material Handling MidSouth’s Forklift Donation Raises $40,000 for Higher Education

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 28, 2024 – Toyota Material Handling MidSouth, a full-service dealer for Toyota Material Handling, showcased its dedication to fostering the next generation of industry professionals by donating a 5,000-pound-capacity Toyota Core IC Pneumatic forklift to the Concrete Industry Management’s (CIM) annual charity auction on January 22.

The forklift’s winning bid of $40,000 significantly contributed to the auction’s total proceeds of $2.15 million, supporting CIM’s mission to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in the concrete industry. Offered at five universities, CIM equips students with technical, communication and management expertise, preparing them for successful careers in a rapidly evolving industry. Proceeds from the auction are used to assist CIM in funding higher education programs that offer degrees in concrete industry management.

Keep ReadingShow less

Chang Robotics launches 'The Chang Robotics Fund' - A Seed Stage Venture Capital Fund targetting a $50M Raise to Specialize in Disruptive Technology

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 2,750 miles away from Silicon Valley, Matthew Chang, founder of Chang Robotics, today announced his next business venture: The Chang Robotics Fund. The Fund is targeting a $50M raise to address the numerous needs and market opportunities the Chang Robotics engineering team identified in their daily operations by investing in disruptive technologies designed to confront the industry's most urgent challenges—from labor shortages to energy efficiency to environmental remediation. By utilizing innovative intellectual property and the engineering and management expertise of Chang Robotics, the Fund seeks to scale its targeted innovations into impactful, transformative, and profitable businesses.

Global industries, from manufacturing to healthcare, face mounting pressures such as intensifying global competition, workforce constraints, escalating expenses, and the urgent need for environmental restoration. Tackling these issues demands a new paradigm of intelligent automation, energy efficiency, and sustainable innovation.

Keep ReadingShow less

Adelante SCM and Magaya Release Report on the 2025 State of Digitization in Freight Forwarding

Miami, FL – January 28, 2025 – Magaya Corporation, the leading freight management platform for logistics service providers (LSPs), today released a report detailing the state of digitization in freight forwarding and the divide that presently exists between shipper expectations and forwarder capabilities.

In November 2024, independent research firm Adelante SCM and Magaya surveyed executives in the logistics services industry, as well as supply chain and logistics executives from manufacturing, retail, and distribution companies. The research found a substantial gap between what the shippers expect in terms of technological capabilities and what their logistics service providers currently offer.

Keep ReadingShow less

ORTEC Joins Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA)

Atlanta, GA – ORTEC, a leader in advanced analytics and optimization solutions, is excited to announce its membership in the Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA), the only national membership organization dedicated to wine and spirits distributors.

“Joining WSWA is an important milestone for ORTEC toward our goal to become a trusted technology partner to wine and spirits distributors,” said Mat Witte, CEO of ORTEC Americas. “We envision a future of collaborating with fellow members to drive innovation and optimize operations that benefit their business, their customers, and the industry as a whole.”

As a member of WSWA, ORTEC is committed to leveraging its expertise in advanced analytics and optimization to support the goals of the wine and spirits distribution industry. This collaboration will enable ORTEC to share insights and innovative solutions that can help streamline loading and delivery while improving efficiency across the sector.

About ORTEC
ORTEC is a leading provider of advanced analytics and optimization solutions, dedicated to helping organizations enhance their operational efficiency and decision-making processes. With a strong focus on innovation, ORTEC leverages cutting-edge technologies and data-driven insights to address complex challenges across a number of industries, including logistics, manufacturing, and healthcare. The company’s commitment to continuous improvement and collaboration with clients enables businesses to optimize their resources, reduce costs, and drive sustainable growth. By integrating advanced analytics into their operations, ORTEC empowers organizations to make informed decisions that lead to transformative outcomes and a competitive edge in the market. Discover more at ORTEC | NEWS.

About WSWA
WSWA plays a vital role in advocating for the interests of distributors on federal, state, regulatory, and legal issues that impact the beverage alcohol industry. The organization focuses on critical policy areas, including taxation of family-owned businesses, state-based alcohol regulation, social responsibility, and impaired driving prevention. Additionally, WSWA offers programs designed to promote the careers of its members and help their businesses thrive in a diverse and dynamic industry. Learn more at wswa.org.