Trade policy is on the move. Tariff discourse is evolving into action, non-tariff measures are spiking, and the number of trade agreements has risen to record levels. In this environment of change, it can be challenging to pinpoint trends and assess...
Carriers are continuing to require digital data instead of paper in the air cargo supply chain. One recent highlight is Lufthansa’s introduction of a per paper air waybill fee for applicable tradelanes. Starting at €1 and increasing to €12 beginning...
eBay Open 2018 is a premiere ecommerce event that underscores the need to streamline order management and keep shipping rates low. Descartes ShipRush for eBay can help drive down costs by leveraging discounted postage rates, compare carrier rates and...
Visibility has long been a priority for supply chains, but the challenge has been to translate visibility initiatives into tangible business benefits that go beyond the transportation team. Based on Descartes’ experience with thousands of customers...
MNX Global Logistics is a premium global provider of specialized, expedited transportation and logistics services to customers in the life sciences, medical device, aviation and technology sectors. MNX is using the cloud-based Descartes Air Cargo...
In the inbound supply chain, effective collaboration is a must to speed the physical movement of goods, and the flow of information. Lack of real-time visibility may result in higher stock levels, longer cycle time, delayed border crossings, and more...
With peak shipping seasons such as Amazon Prime Day, Cyber Monday, and others presenting a challenge for many online businesses, it’s critical to deploy the right technology to streamline processes and meet customer expectations.
We recently conducted a global benchmark study surveying fleet managers from a wide array of industries and logistics providers, asking for their perspectives on issues impacting fleet operations today and their projections for the future. We asked...
Download the infographic, 2018 Tariff Timeline: 6 Months of Change that cut through the noise, highlights the actual tariff go-live dates, and underscores the critical need to incorporate a solution that can monitor change.
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