Over the past few years, the supply chain has undergone a rapid transformation. The traditional linear model is giving way to a complex, dynamic ecosystem that requires Shippers and 3PLs to adapt and develop strategic alliances to help differe…
Technology remains vital for the advancement of supply chain organizations. In a recent Gartner survey, 61% of respondents say technology is a source of competitive advantage with many identifying several emerging technologies as important inv…
Due to fluctuating shipping costs and the uncertainty of the freight trajectory, Shippers and 3PLs need a reliable technology solution with access to the best shipping rates for all over-the-road (OTR) modes to make the right shipping decision…
The unpredictability and uncertainty of the past few years has forced many industries to reassess their business strategies quickly to adapt to the changing world. Many supply chain businesses have had to accelerate their adoption of technolog…
Historically, some over-the-road (OTR) shipping modes have been slow to adopt API connectivity as a way Shippers and 3PLs can book freight. However, the events of the past few years have forced many businesses to embrace technology and, in som…
For the past year, the Banyan Technology Team has published some exciting content for Shippers and 3PL professionals to share our supply chain and shipping industry insights. We are listing our Top 5 favorite blog posts from 2022 that can help…
As inflation hits industries across the country, the supply chain continues to see rising costs impact shipping due to current economic conditions. Fuel prices remain elevated and carrier rates continue to rise. According to CNBC, the supply c…
“If there’s one thing that’s certain in business, it’s uncertainty.” That saying can be applied to the supply chain, especially over the past few years with the unpredictability and disruptions on a global level. As things continue to change a…
Businesses rely heavily on technology to automate operations, especially in an industry as dynamic as over-the-road (OTR) shipping where system needs, rates and carrier availability change daily. Often that automation carries over into custome…
Shippers and 3PLs struggle with the complexities in Local Carrier shipping. In fact, 61% believe that the over-the-road (OTR) mode is the most inefficient part of their supply chain, according to a recent report.
Last Mile and Final Mile are synonymous terms that are used interchangeably in the supply chain to describe the last leg in a shipment’s journey – from distribution hub or warehouse to final delivery destination – yet most shippers struggle wi…
Shippers and 3PLs continue to pay more in carrier rates and fuel costs for trucking and transportation services, despite a marked drop in truckload spot rates, according to the Journal of Commerce. Reporting on the U.S. producer price indexes …
