u003cstrongu003eBy: Evan Laskaris, Vice President Managed Transportationu003c/strongu003ernrnu003cspan data-contrast=u0022autou0022u003eEfficient transportation management is crucial for companies striving to optimize their supply chains. Understanding the nuances of managed transportation (MT) can significantly impact an organization’s bottom line. u003c/spanu003eu003cspan data-ccp-props=u0022{u0026quot;201341983u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335559739u0026quot;:160,u0026quot;335559740u0026quot;:259}u0022u003e u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan data-contrast=u0022autou0022u003eHere are the top considerations when choosing an MT provider – and the things we hear every day from our customers looking to optimize their transportation solutions:u003c/spanu003e

u003culu003ern tu003cli data-leveltext=u0022u0022 data-font=u0022Symbolu0022 data-listid=u00223u0022 data-list-defn-props=u0022{u0026quot;335552541u0026quot;:1,u0026quot;335559685u0026quot;:720,u0026quot;335559991u0026quot;:360,u0026quot;469769226u0026quot;:u0026quot;Symbolu0026quot;,u0026quot;469769242u0026quot;:[8226],u0026quot;469777803u0026quot;:u0026quot;leftu0026quot;,u0026quot;469777804u0026quot;:u0026quot;u0026quot;,u0026quot;469777815u0026quot;:u0026quot;multilevelu0026quot;}u0022 data-aria-posinset=u00221u0022 data-aria-level=u00221u0022u003eu003cbu003eu003cspan data-contrast=u0022autou0022u003eCost: u003c/spanu003eu003c/bu003eu003cspan data-contrast=u0022autou0022u003eTransportation and supply chain costs are often a large chunk of a shipper’s overall budget. MT providers can partner with customers to find ways to save across the business. Beyond lower freight costs, MT delivers improved KPIs, better customer service and access to the expertise of transportation specialists to make moving freight easier for customers. u003c/spanu003eu003cspan data-ccp-props=u0022{u0026quot;201341983u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335559739u0026quot;:160,u0026quot;335559740u0026quot;:259}u0022u003e u003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003culu003ern tu003cli data-leveltext=u0022u0022 data-font=u0022Symbolu0022 data-listid=u00223u0022 data-list-defn-props=u0022{u0026quot;335552541u0026quot;:1,u0026quot;335559685u0026quot;:720,u0026quot;335559991u0026quot;:360,u0026quot;469769226u0026quot;:u0026quot;Symbolu0026quot;,u0026quot;469769242u0026quot;:[8226],u0026quot;469777803u0026quot;:u0026quot;leftu0026quot;,u0026quot;469777804u0026quot;:u0026quot;u0026quot;,u0026quot;469777815u0026quot;:u0026quot;multilevelu0026quot;}u0022 data-aria-posinset=u00222u0022 data-aria-level=u00221u0022u003eu003cbu003eu003cspan data-contrast=u0022autou0022u003eNetwork Optimization:u003c/spanu003eu003c/bu003eu003cspan data-contrast=u0022autou0022u003e In the same light as cost savings, a good MT provider will produce network optimization studies that demonstrate how a company can take advantage of opportunities to increase throughput, increase efficiency and create value for their end customers.  By using digital twin technology to employ real-time scenarios within a customer’s network, an MT provider can identify a baseline for how their supply chain functions and then build out scenarios that optimize inventory flow, reduce total landed cost and enhance customer experience.u003c/spanu003eu003cspan data-ccp-props=u0022{u0026quot;201341983u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335559739u0026quot;:160,u0026quot;335559740u0026quot;:259}u0022u003e u003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003culu003ern tu003cli data-leveltext=u0022u0022 data-font=u0022Symbolu0022 data-listid=u00223u0022 data-list-defn-props=u0022{u0026quot;335552541u0026quot;:1,u0026quot;335559685u0026quot;:720,u0026quot;335559991u0026quot;:360,u0026quot;469769226u0026quot;:u0026quot;Symbolu0026quot;,u0026quot;469769242u0026quot;:[8226],u0026quot;469777803u0026quot;:u0026quot;leftu0026quot;,u0026quot;469777804u0026quot;:u0026quot;u0026quot;,u0026quot;469777815u0026quot;:u0026quot;multilevelu0026quot;}u0022 data-aria-posinset=u00223u0022 data-aria-level=u00221u0022u003eu003cbu003eu003cspan data-contrast=u0022autou0022u003eVisibility and Technology:u003c/spanu003eu003c/bu003eu003cspan data-contrast=u0022autou0022u003e Real-time tracking that provides a 360-degree view of where products are, allowing for proactive issue resolution, is vital. This also helps with efficient route planning and load consolidation to minimize transit time and save customers money. Data-driven insights offer ways to enhance performance, mitigate risk and drive continuous improvement. Working with an MT provider with innovative technology helps businesses automate processes and streamline workflows – all while providing the opportunity to adapt to the market quickly.u003c/spanu003eu003cspan data-ccp-props=u0022{u0026quot;201341983u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335559739u0026quot;:160,u0026quot;335559740u0026quot;:259}u0022u003e u003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003culu003ern tu003cli data-leveltext=u0022u0022 data-font=u0022Symbolu0022 data-listid=u00223u0022 data-list-defn-props=u0022{u0026quot;335552541u0026quot;:1,u0026quot;335559685u0026quot;:720,u0026quot;335559991u0026quot;:360,u0026quot;469769226u0026quot;:u0026quot;Symbolu0026quot;,u0026quot;469769242u0026quot;:[8226],u0026quot;469777803u0026quot;:u0026quot;leftu0026quot;,u0026quot;469777804u0026quot;:u0026quot;u0026quot;,u0026quot;469777815u0026quot;:u0026quot;multilevelu0026quot;}u0022 data-aria-posinset=u00224u0022 data-aria-level=u00221u0022u003eu003cbu003eu003cspan data-contrast=u0022autou0022u003eLong-Term Business Value: u003c/spanu003eu003c/bu003eu003cspan data-contrast=u0022autou0022u003ePartnering with an MT service isn’t about short-term wins. It is an investment in the business’s future. By offloading transportation management to an MT provider, leaders can focus on other strategic parts of the business. As the business grows, MT helps to scale seamlessly. The value of the relationship is also evident when it comes to risk mitigation. Experts will handle compliance, carrier relationships and unexpected challenges, reducing the time business leaders must focus on transportation, putting time and resources back into the business.u003c/spanu003eu003cspan data-ccp-props=u0022{u0026quot;201341983u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335559739u0026quot;:160,u0026quot;335559740u0026quot;:259}u0022u003e u003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW22486661 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-USu0022 xml_lang=u0022EN-USu0022 data-contrast=u0022autou0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW22486661 BCX0u0022u003eAt the end of the day, partnering with the right MT provider is a strategic investment that can set-up an organization for long term successu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW22486661 BCX0u0022u003e if done in a thoughtful manner and focusing on the key complimentary elements to the business. u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022EOP SCXW22486661 BCX0u0022 data-ccp-props=u0022{u0026quot;201341983u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335559739u0026quot;:160,u0026quot;335559740u0026quot;:259}u0022u003e u003c/spanu003e