Trans-solutions consultants regularly write articles and speak at industry conference on the subject of freight management, including parcel management. To download all these articles, please fill out the short form on this page and we will immediately make them available to you.
eBooks
Practical, Affordable Network Optimization
Network modeling does not have to break the bank and take many months to complete. Learn how a more practical approach can tell you exactly what you need to know. You will discover:
- The downside of comprehensive supply chain optimization studies
- Matching strategic challenges with the right modeling approach
- A $24 million error: Strategic network optimization gone wrong
- Steps in executing a practical, affordable network modeling project
Transportation Audits Can Deliver Huge Savings
Learn how investing a little time and money to assess your current freight management operation can generate six- and seven-figure savings. You will discover:
- The importance of regular check-ups
- Why what you don’t know can hurt you
- What a good transportation audit includes
- The right partner is key
White Papers
Freight Rate Negotiation: Five Things Carriers Don’t Want You to Know
Get inside information to arm yourself for successful carrier negotiations. You’ll learn:
- Why a change in discount may not mean a lower shipping costs
- How shorter term deals can reduce your costs
- Why bundling all your spend with one provider will NOT get you better pricing
Freight Invoice Auditing and Payment: An Industry Primer
Learn past, present and future practices in this industry. Get tips on how to maximize your savings from audits. You’ll learn:
- Why it pays to work with an audit specialist in different freight modes
- The importance of the “audit rationale ratio.”
