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🌟 The 2024 State of Warehouse Labor report is here! 🌟 Discover how the market is showing signs of improvement and stabilization with nearly 40% of operators finding staffing easier. It's time to optimize your warehouse operations. https://bit.ly/4booISl

📊 Labor Day Week Sees Surge in Van Spot Rates, While Flatbed Rates Hit New Lows 🚛 https://lnkd.in/e_mrtGi9 In the latest report from Truckstop & FTR | Transportation Intelligence, dry van and refrigerated rates spiked before Labor Day, marking the largest rise in reefer rates since 2008. However, flatbed rates dropped for an 11th straight week. #FreightMarket #SpotRates #TransportationTrends #Logistics #SupplyChain

The dock worker strike will undoubtedly impact supply chains, and it's only a matter of time that warehouse operations will feel the ripple effects. "Each day that this goes on, it creates a backlog of containers and ships," American Farm Bureau Federation economist Daniel Munch told @CBS MoneyWatch. "A 3-to-5-day strike will take two weeks to clear — if it goes into three-week territory, it will be early January before it gets cleared." With mounting delays, it’s more important than ever to maximize your current labor force in the warehouse. Warehouse Kommand can help you adapt. Our system calculates and calibrates labor productivity and costs across 30 touchpoints in the warehouse, providing the real-time data you need to redistribute labor effectively as operations evolve. Whether you're dealing with a reduced workforce or shifting workloads due to external factors, Warehouse Kommand offers the insights to ensure productivity and efficiency remain high—even during unpredictable times. As conditions change, now is the time to fine-tune your operations and get the most out of your team. Access Warehouse Kommand at www.embassydl.com and get your first model up and running in about an hour - for only $49.95/month! #SupplyChainCrisis #WarehouseEfficiency #LaborOptimization #DockWorkerStrike

Labor Day woes hit the freight market…read more about where we stand post-holiday in the article below: https://lnkd.in/gUY2Gr_r #holidayshipping #laborday #labordayrates #contractrates #shipping #capacity

The latest quarterly industry report for the transportation industry highlights two major pieces of news: Ports have reopened following a dockworker strike deal, securing a 62% wage increase, but automation concerns linger. In the trucking market, leaders are seeing positive signs with tightening capacity and seasonal demand. However, pricing recovery remains slow, and some expect a full rebound could stretch into 2025. Explore the full insights in our report: https://lnkd.in/gCTRcEjY #Transportation #TruckingMarket #SupplyChain #IndustryReport #MergersAndAcquisitions

Are Your Warehouse Labor Costs Skyrocketing? There's a way to tame them. Labor costs are a significant challenge for many warehouses, impacting both efficiency and profitability. Here’s why keeping these costs in check is vital: Boost Efficiency: Effective labor management can significantly enhance operational efficiency. Increase Profitability: Reduced labor costs directly contribute to better financial outcomes. Stay Competitive: Control over labor expenses helps you stay ahead in a tight market. FHI's model provides a structured approach to labor costs, ensuring predictability and control—key elements for strategic planning and operational continuity. #Warehousing #Distribution #Staffing #LaborCosts #SupplyChain

Curious about how our Labor Cost Dashboard works? Check out our walkthrough video to see it in action! Click the link to find out how it can totally change the way you do things. Don't miss out—watch it now!

In this video recap, Ryan and I discuss the potential labor strikes, carrier operating costs, and the proliferation of LTL accessorials, as seen in this visual below. To hear the impact on costs watch the video now: https://lnkd.in/gEETmPPP

📅 Panel Event on Labour Planning agility! 🎺 Replan's Q3 Global Event is happening September 4th, 2024 Learn from our industry experts about the latest strategies to help your supply planners manage labour more effectively. Save your spot today: https://lnkd.in/ddukiTKw #PartnerEvent #ReplanToTheRescue #SupplyChainPlanning

Buckle up, folks—the storm is brewing 🌪️ The US dockworkers’ strike on the east and Gulf coasts is due to officially started, but disruption is here, and shippers are in panic mode. Prices for airfreight are already spiking, and we’re just getting started. Imagine airfreight costs jumping from $2/kg to $6/kg in DAYS...that’s the reality we’re staring down as demand skyrockets and capacity plummets (with 20% of belly cargo gone as airlines enter their winter schedules). Shippers? They’ve been pulling back their freight, but it’s still a mess—containers in the wrong spots, supply chains scrambled. And now, they’ll pay. Here’s the real problem: everyone’s scrambling for space, but only those who see what’s coming will survive. Companies with real-time data insights can pivot before the tidal wave hits. BCOs and LSPs equipped with visibility tools are going to win big. Visibility = POWER in these moments. You need real-time data to make fast, critical decisions when disruption strikes. The market’s changing today, tomorrow, and every day after. Are you ready? PSA: Supply chain visibility software isn't just a nice-to-have anymore—it's essential for survival. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/eAm2g6XD At Forward Your Intelligence, we’re dedicated to optimising the supply chain through our suite of powerful SaaS applications. Head over to https://lnkd.in/eRU9AXJ8 to see what we offer and book a demo. #SupplyChain #Airfreight #Logistics #RealTimeData #Visibility #BusinessStrategy #Innovation #LSPs #SupplyChainManagement #FutureOfWork #FYI #ForwardYourIntelligence