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November 12, 2024

Enabling business transport excellence

In a July 2024 survey of our Indago supply chain research community and Alpega customers, almost three quarters of the respondents (72%) said that integrating a large “open network” of vetted and trusted carriers with a transportation management system (TMS).

July 30, 2024

Domino Effect in Logistics: Precision and Planning

Imagine a game of dominoes. Each tile, carefully crafted and intentionally placed, contributes to a larger masterpiece, a chain reaction that culminates in the elegant collapse of every piece in a perfect sequence. Now, transpose this image onto the intricate dance of logistics.

August 5, 2024

Navigating Procurement Challenges in the European Market: Five Strategies for Success

Procurement managers in the European market are navigating an increasingly complex landscape.

July 8, 2024

Synergies between Tendering, Transportation Management Systems, and Open Carrier Networks

Tendering and Transportation Management System (TMS) platforms are essential components in the logistics and supply chain management industry.

July 4, 2024

Alpega and Shippeo: Boosting Logistics Visibility for Yara

Discover the secrets of Yara's increased logistics visibility and operational excellence thanks to Alpega TMS and Shippeo partnership.

June 12, 2024

Synchronizing the Chaos: Dock Scheduling Solutions for Seamless Logistics Harmony

In the bustling world of logistics, where goods flow in and out of distribution centers with clockwork precision, the absence of automation can quickly lead to chaos.

June 12, 2024

Unveiling Supply Chain Digitization Inaction and Alpega's Impact

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the digitization of supply chains has emerged as a critical factor for success.

June 12, 2024

9 Top Reasons to Digitize Your Pharma Supply Chain

The pharma supply chain faces significant challenges transporting raw materials and finished products from manufacturers to distribution centres. Ensuring regulatory compliance is a primary concern.

February 17, 2024

2024 Challenges in the Logistics Industry and the Solutions

The logistics industry is not as simple as it used to be. Now, there are more things to consider, both inside and outside the company.

January 2, 2024

Sustainable Freight Tenders: A Green Opportunity

Enterprises in Europe depend on inventive methods to incorporate sustainability standards into their freight procurement.

December 14, 2023

Navigating the Logistics Landscape for Transport Efficiency

In today's fast-paced business environment, the challenges of supply chain management have become increasingly complex. Benoit Gruber, VP of Product Marketing at Alpega TMS, sheds light on how to optimize collaboration.

December 14, 2023

The Current State of Transport Management Systems

Benoit GRUBER, VP of Product Marketing of Alpega TMS, gave his expert opinion on the current state of Transport Management Systems (TMS).

November 8, 2023

Transportation Innovation in the Age of AI

The logistics and transportation industry has seen significant innovations in recent years, driven by advances in technology, changing consumer expectations, and the need for increased efficiency and sustainability.

September 3, 2023

At the Heart of… Transport Planning

Explore the role of transport planning in supply chains. Alpega TMS optimizes routes, enhances reliability, & ensures cost-effectivity for resilient operations.

July 24, 2023

At the Heart of… Logistics Order Management

Explore the benefits of efficient logistics order management. Learn how to centralize logistic flows, automate orders, and enhance global market performance!

June 15, 2023

At the Heart of… Transport Cost Management

Learn about the challenges of transport cost management and how Alpega TMS can support you in keeping an overview of your freight costs at all times.

June 7, 2023

Alpega TMS, a Gartner Recognized Solution for Multienterprise Collaboration Networks

Discover how Alpega TMS, the top supply chain software, enables end-to-end collaboration and ESG initiatives for sustainable supply chain management.

June 7, 2023

Carbon Pricing on Road and Maritime Transport in the EU

The emissions trading system (ETS) is being extended to include emissions from maritime and road transport. Learn how you can prepare for carbon pricing!

May 16, 2023

At the Heart of… Logistics Sourcing and Procurement

Learn more about the advantages of logistics sourcing and procurement software. Improve efficiency and build a sustainable supply chain with logistics sourcing!

April 5, 2023

At the Heart of… Logistics Visibility

By definition, logistics visibility is the ability to track and monitor the status and location of parts, components and products as they move along through the supply chain, from origin to destination. But why is logistic visibility so important, especially nowadays?

March 10, 2023

ESRS - Implications for your Supply Chain | Alpega TMS

Learn more about the impact of the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) and how you can reach your green-transportation-goals with the right TMS!

March 9, 2023

5 Logistics Challenges for 2023 (and How to Beat Them)

Learn more about logistics challenges in 2023 and how to solve them with the right transport management solution. Optimize your supply chain in 2023!

March 4, 2023

At the Heart of… Alpega TMS

The world and markets are changing, altering economic, geopolitical and ecological factors. If this applies to all businesses, it most certainly affects the transport industry.

January 24, 2023

Corporate Sustainability Reporting

Find out if your company is impacted by the New European Sustainability Reporting Standard (ESRS) and how Alpega solutions can support you in complying with the ESRS!

January 12, 2023

Transport Management Strategy in Supply Chain | Alpega

Learn more about transportation strategies and discover how to evaluate your transport management strategy and build an effective transportation strategic plan!

April 11, 2022

Transport Tech’s Future: a First-Hand Report from SXSW 2022

Sven Bally, Director Digital Marketing Alpega Group, attended the South by Southwest (SXSW) conference in Austin, Texas to learn about the next wave of ideas shaping transportation technology.

March 2, 2022

The Quest for the Antifragile Supply Chain

"Antifragile" refers to systems that can not only resist, but gain from adverse effects. Read about the compelling supply chain applications for antifragility.

January 20, 2022

Discover the ‘Digital Supply Chain Twin’ – Why We Think Gartner® is Discussing it for 2022

Get the facts on the Digital Supply Chain Twin - a supply chain planning capability essential for 2022.

December 20, 2021

5 Logistics Challenges for 2022 (And How to Beat Them)

Discover the most crucial transportation and logistics challenges on the horizon for 2022.

September 14, 2021

Seeking to Reduce CO2 Emissions? Start with Proper Measurement

Logistics activities are responsible for 8% of global CO2 emissions. Better measurement practices are the first step to reductions – and a TMS can help.

May 20, 2021

How to Protect your Logistics Network against Volatility

In the first quarter of 2021, Alpega TMS partnered with Raconteur for a panel discussion with logistics experts from diverse industries.

May 20, 2021

5 Logistics Challenges for 2021 (And How to Beat Them)

Discover which challenges companies face in 2021 and solutions on how to overcome them.

May 20, 2021

Preparing your Logistics for the Impact of Brexit

There’s not much time to go before the UK's transition period comes to an end on 31 December 2020, and what it will mean for the logistics sector remains to be seen.

August 21, 2024

Optimizing Freight Management with TenderEasy, A Guide for Procurement Managers

In the competitive procurement landscape, having the right tools makes a significant difference. TenderEasy is a comprehensive solution designed to streamline and enhance the tender process for procurement professionals

August 28, 2024

The Vital Role of Freight Exchanges

Discover how freight exchanges are transforming the logistics industry by connecting carriers, freight forwarders, and shippers.

October 31, 2024

A community-driven approach to smarter, more sustainable logistics

The key to future success in supply chain logistics lies in the power of collective intelligence. See how open logistics networks are reshaping global transportation and promoting sustainability with data-driven insights and community-driven connection.

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Enabling business transport excellence

Domino Effect in Logistics: Precision and Planning

Navigating Procurement Challenges in the European Market: Five Strategies for Success

Synergies between Tendering, Transportation Management Systems, and Open Carrier Networks

Alpega and Shippeo: Boosting Logistics Visibility for Yara

Synchronizing the Chaos: Dock Scheduling Solutions for Seamless Logistics Harmony

Unveiling Supply Chain Digitization Inaction and Alpega's Impact

9 Top Reasons to Digitize Your Pharma Supply Chain

2024 Challenges in the Logistics Industry and the Solutions

Sustainable Freight Tenders: A Green Opportunity

Navigating the Logistics Landscape for Transport Efficiency

The Current State of Transport Management Systems

Transportation Innovation in the Age of AI

At the Heart of… Transport Planning

At the Heart of… Logistics Order Management

At the Heart of… Transport Cost Management

Alpega TMS, a Gartner Recognized Solution for Multienterprise Collaboration Networks

Carbon Pricing on Road and Maritime Transport in the EU

At the Heart of… Logistics Sourcing and Procurement

At the Heart of… Logistics Visibility

ESRS - Implications for your Supply Chain | Alpega TMS

5 Logistics Challenges for 2023 (and How to Beat Them)

At the Heart of… Alpega TMS

Corporate Sustainability Reporting

Transport Management Strategy in Supply Chain | Alpega

Transport Tech’s Future: a First-Hand Report from SXSW 2022

The Quest for the Antifragile Supply Chain

Discover the ‘Digital Supply Chain Twin’ – Why We Think Gartner® is Discussing it for 2022

5 Logistics Challenges for 2022 (And How to Beat Them)

Seeking to Reduce CO2 Emissions? Start with Proper Measurement

How to Protect your Logistics Network against Volatility

5 Logistics Challenges for 2021 (And How to Beat Them)

Preparing your Logistics for the Impact of Brexit

Optimizing Freight Management with TenderEasy, A Guide for Procurement Managers

The Vital Role of Freight Exchanges

A community-driven approach to smarter, more sustainable logistics