TRANSPORT PLANNING MONTH: From Static Routes to Smart Networks – How AI is transforming transport planning
For a long time, transport planning relied on static routes, fixed schedules and historical averages. While effective in predictable environments, these models are increasingly unfit for a logistics landscape defined by volatility, rising costs and growing sustainability pressures. Now, transport planning is undergoing a shift. AI-driven optimisation and real-time data are enabling logistics leaders attending […]
TRANSPORT PLANNING MONTH: Transportation in 2026 – From Experimentation to Acceleration
By Christopher Keating, Senior Vice President, Transportation and Logistics Segment, Trimble As we start to look ahead to 2026, businesses are finding fresh opportunities and continuous challenges with uncertainty and geopolitical volatility remain on the table, while technology rapidly advances. In this environment, adaptability has become the new competitive edge. But, the companies that […]
December 2025 is Transport Planning & Load Optimisation Month on Supply Chain Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Supply Chain Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the logistics market – and in December we’ll be focusing on Transport Planning & Load Optimisation solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help supply chain industry buyers find the best products and services available […]
TRANSPORT PLANNING MONTH: Autonomous technologies and predictive analytics will shape the landscape
With the ongoing challenges of fuel costs, sustainability pressures, and increasing customer expectations, these transport planning and load optimisation solutions offer innovative ways to streamline operations, reduce costs, and meet regulatory demands. Here are the biggest trends shaping the landscape, including requirements, technologies, costs, and future outlook… 1. AI-Driven Route and Load Optimisation Artificial Intelligence […]
How to Choose a Transport Management System
In both the public and private sectors across the UK, Supply Chain Managers play a critical role in sourcing transport planning solutions and selecting the right delivery partners. Understanding how to choose a transport management system is becoming increasingly important as organisations look to improve efficiency, reduce costs and strengthen operational performance. The right transport […]
TRANSPORT PLANNING MONTH: How approaches to transport planning have evolved
Transport planning within supply chain management has experienced significant evolution over the last 10 years, driven by technological advancements, environmental considerations, and changing market dynamics. For Supply Chain Managers, these shifts have necessitated a reevaluation of traditional transport strategies, leading to more efficient, sustainable, and responsive operations. Let’s explore the trends, based on input for […]
Do you specialise in Transport Planning & Load Optimisation? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Supply Chain Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the logistics market – and in December we’ll be focussing on Transport Planning & Load Optimisation. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help supply chain industry buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if […]
Do you specialise in Transport Planning & Load Optimisation? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Supply Chain Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the logistics market – and in December we’ll be focussing on Transport Planning & Load Optimisation. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help supply chain industry buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if […]