Estafeta Mexicana turning data into value with Open Pricer

With more than 12,000 employees, Mexican-owned Estafeta Mexicana has been in business for 43 years. It started as a parcel company but now identifies as a logistics integrator offering solutions for companies in Mexico.

“We provide a different portfolio of services based on the needs of the customers that currently work in Mexico or are looking for business in Mexico,” said María Griselda Hernández, Chief Marketing Officer for Estafeta.

Estafeta, recognized as a leading strategic partner in...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/estafeta-mexicana-turning-data-into-value-with-open-pricer

Viewpoint: As a recession looms, optimizing last-mile delivery should be your first port of call

White delivery van on highway

This commentary was written by Álvaro Echeverría, founder and CEO of SimpliRoute. The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of Modern Shipper or its affiliates.

The whispers that a recession is on the horizon have now become loud cries. Consumers are increasingly feeling like their money doesn’t go as far, while businesses across industries are conducting mass layoffs.

Naturally, delivery-focused companies haven’t been immune. Delivery...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/technology-can-help-optimize-last-mile-delivery

Heavy.AI CEO: Use AI to solve business problems, but not all problems

AI use in the supply chain

Rising inflation and booming consumer demand have CFOs feeling good about their companies’ financial health, but there is a toll that is being extracted. A September 2021 Deloitte survey found that over 60% of CFOs expected that year’s sales to be reduced because of the supply chain disruptions that occurred.

And it has only gotten worse since then. That same survey indicated that 40% of CFOs said supply chain shortages or delays had raised costs by 5% or more.

As a result, more companies are...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/heavyai-ceo-use-ai-to-solve-business-problems-but-not-all-problems