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November 19, 2024
What’s In A Crude Oil Barrel? A Breakdown Of Crude Oil Refined Products
Read about the distribution of refined products that come out of one barrel of crude oil and how these outputs influence prices and trade.
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November 14, 2024
2024 U.S. Election Impacts on Transportation and Policy
The reelection of President Donald Trump, the outcome of the congressional elections, and state government changes will have numerous implications for transportation and supply chain stakeholders.
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November 13, 2024
How Five Below Drives Cost Savings and Operational Excellence with Advanced Transportation Analytics
Discover how Five Below leveraged transportation analytics to cut costs, improve logistics, and optimize supply chain performance.
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November 8, 2024
The Importance of Unbundling Your Fuel and Freight Costs
Discover how unbundling fuel and freight costs through Europe Fuel Recovery can lead to cost savings, increased transparency, and a lower carbon footprint.
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November 5, 2024
Breakthrough Recognized in 2024 Gartner® Market Guide for Logistics Carbon Accounting and Management Solutions
Discover Breakthrough’s CleanMile solution, a leading logistics carbon accounting and management tool, to gain precise emissions tracking and insights.
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November 4, 2024
A Carrier Procurement Strategy Guide for Service, Cost, and Sustainability
Explore effective carrier procurement strategies to enhance service, cut costs, and meet sustainability goals. Discover cutting-edge insights for your network.
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November 1, 2024
How to Accurately Calculate Your Freight Transportation Emissions
Read a portfolio of proven strategies used by industry-leading shippers to calculate and lower transportation emissions, all while maintaining or reducing cost.
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October 31, 2024
PADD vs. Fuel Recovery: The Case for a Lane-Level Calculation
Discover how switching from regional diesel fuel price indices to lane-level fuel reimbursements boosts shippers' cost accuracy, transparency, and fairness.
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October 18, 2024
Geopolitical Risks: Navigating Volatility in Energy Markets
Explore how geopolitical tensions and hurricane season are driving energy market volatility in 2024, significantly impacting oil prices and routing guides.
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October 15, 2024
What Is Logistics Transportation Management? 4 Advantages for Success
Discover the benefits of using a logistics transportation management provider to streamline operations, enhance visibility, and meet sustainability targets.
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October 14, 2024
AI in Logistics: How Shippers Can Uncover Freight Efficiencies
Explore how AI in logistics is advancing the supply chain through route optimization, market forecasts, and benchmarking, providing shippers innovative solutions.
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October 4, 2024
Your Fuel Surcharge Program Is Hurting Your Bottom Line. Here’s How To Fix It.
Fuel surcharge programs lead to shippers routinely overpaying for fuel. Here’s how a market-based fuel reimbursement program ensures fair and accurate fuel prices.
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September 26, 2024
3 Myths About Implementing Fuel Recovery in Europe
Discover how Breakthrough dispels misconceptions about energy price management in European transport logistics with transparency, efficiency, and data security.
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September 25, 2024
Achieve Operational Excellence by Unlocking Your Full Freight Network Potential
Enhance your freight network strategy with data-driven, real-time insights, allowing for swift routing guide adjustments and proactive performance management.
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September 13, 2024
Understanding Fuel Reimbursements: Europe vs. North America
Learn how Europe fuel surcharges, including the flat fuel share system and transport energy solutions, differ from North America. Discover opportunities.
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September 10, 2024
How Fuel Recovery in Europe Works
Discover how Fuel Recovery in Europe calculates fair and accurate transport charges and maintains strong partnerships with transport contractors.
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August 26, 2024
Unlock Real Freight Network Efficiency with Strategic Carrier Selection
Explore the impact strategic carrier selection can have in your procurement department. Learn how to choose carriers that align with your network priorities.
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August 23, 2024
Join Breakthrough at CSCMP EDGE 2024 for Cutting-Edge Transportation Insights and Innovative Solutions
Demo our sustainable fuel and freight solutions, engage with our industry experts, and hear how we empower shippers’ transportation networks at CSCMP EDGE 2024.
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August 22, 2024
A Comprehensive Guide to Freight Analytics and Optimization
Discover the 5 traits to consider when selecting a freight analytics provider. By understanding these characteristics, you can unlock your competitive advantage.
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July 17, 2024
Unlock More Fuel & Freight Savings in Your Carrier Network
Maximize transportation efficiency with cohesive fuel and freight strategies. Discover the power of enhanced visibility, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability.
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July 16, 2024
How the Mexico and EU Elections May Transform Transportation and Energy Policies
Discover how the recent elections in Mexico and the EU are expected to influence energy policies, fuel prices, and dynamics in the transportation sector.
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July 8, 2024
Learn the State-specific Diesel Fuel Tax Changes in Effect July 2024
Understand the state-specific changes in diesel tax rates and explore strategic solutions for shippers to accurately calculate fuel reimbursements to carriers.
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June 28, 2024
What Is Transportation Analytics? How to Leverage Freight Data
Discover the power of AI and machine learning for strategic decision-making in your freight network. Elevate your transportation analytics with these insights.
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June 26, 2024
The Road to Zero Emissions: Heavy-Duty Electric and Hydrogen Vehicles
Compare electric heavy-duty vehicles and fuel cell electric vehicles. Discover their benefits, challenges, applications, and advantages.
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May 31, 2024
Freight Market Trends for the Second Half of 2024
Discover the latest insights on freight volumes to navigate and optimize your freight market strategies effectively.
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May 30, 2024
Summer Driving Season 2024: Energy Market Expectations
Discover the key transportation energy market drivers affecting gasoline and diesel prices this summer driving season and expectations for prices.
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May 28, 2024
Unlocking Compounded Value: Using Transportation Solutions for Fuel and Freight Management
Learn how Breakthrough redefines transportation management with integrated, sustainable fuel and freight solutions. Cost savings, efficiency, and decarbonization.
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May 3, 2024
How the Impending Canadian Rail Strike Affects Shippers | Advisor Pulse
Learn the potential impacts of the May 22 Canadian rail strike on shippers and carriers and how Capac-ID can help mitigate disruptions in your supply chain.
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April 29, 2024
Explore the Effects of Inflation and Interest Rates on Freight Trends in 2024
Explore how inflation and the Federal Reserve's interest rate policies are influencing U.S. freight demand in 2024, shedding light on key freight trends.
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April 23, 2024
Fuel Recovery and T-Fuel Fortify Energy Market Risk
Discover how Fuel Recovery and T-Fuel can transform your fuel price risk management strategy. Achieve budget certainty, maintain relations, and mitigate risk.
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April 22, 2024
How to Improve Freight Procurement and Achieve Cost Savings
Learn how adaptive RFP processes can transform your freight procurement strategy to achieve cost savings, navigate disruptions, and improve ongoing compliance.
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April 19, 2024
What the continuing Middle East conflict means for transportation supply chain costs | Advisor Pulse
Explore the profound impact of the Middle East conflict on the transportation sector, including an analysis of recent events and the resulting effects.
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April 12, 2024
12 Considerations for Transportation Procurement Decisions
Explore the pivotal role of new carrier partnerships in enhancing efficiency. Discover the considerations to make better carrier procurement decisions.
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April 4, 2024
Supply Chain Sustainability: What It Takes to Reduce Emissions
From establishing an emissions baseline to implementing reduction strategies, discover how to efficiently and effectively achieve your sustainability goals.
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April 4, 2024
Understand the EPA's Phase 3 Heavy-Duty Vehicle Emissions Standards
Discover how the EPA's Phase 3 Heavy-Duty Vehicle Emissions Standards will impact transportation.
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April 3, 2024
Unlock Precision in Freight Benchmarking
Discover how Capac-ID transforms freight benchmarking with real-time, industry-specific data, empowering shippers to make strategic, data-driven decisions and secure competitive advantages.
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March 18, 2024
Canada's 2024 Carbon Tax Update and Its Impact on Businesses
Learn how Canada's carbon tax policy will impact each province in 2024. Explore strategies to efficiently calculate and comply with the fuel cost regulation.
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March 12, 2024
Navigate The Future Of Transportation With Breakthrough At The Gartner Supply Chain Symposium XPO
Breakthrough will be attending and presenting at the 2024 Gartner Supply Chain Symposium XPO.
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March 8, 2024
Comprehensive Guide To The SEC’s Climate Disclosure Rule
Explore how the SEC's Climate Disclosure Rule impacts shippers. Gain insights into the specifics and strategies to navigate the environmental reporting changes.
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March 6, 2024
State-Level Decarbonization Initiatives And Their Impact On The Transportation Industry
Explore how cap-and-trade programs and clean fuel standards across states are influencing transportation. Learn what these policies mean for shippers’ networks.
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March 4, 2024
Revolutionize Your Europe Fuel Management Transportation Strategy
Fuel Recovery redefines Europe fuel management for leading shippers, enabling cost reduction, continuous improvement initiatives, and transport decarbonization.
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February 28, 2024
Breakthrough Adds Individual Spot And Contract Linehaul Rate Forecasts For Dry Van And Temperature-Controlled Truckload Freight
Discover how Breakthrough's spot and contract linehaul rate forecasts for dry van and temperature-controlled truckload freight can inform your freight strategy.
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February 22, 2024
Do Carriers Increase Linehaul Rates When Shippers Implement Fuel Recovery?
Explore the findings of a third-party study conducted by e2open, which delves into the impact of linehaul rates after a shipper implements Fuel Recovery.
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February 20, 2024
Meet Freight Management Challenges With Streamlined Technology Solutions
Improve freight management with Capac-ID. Discover how streamlined rate benchmarking, carrier search, and recommendations can optimize your freight network.
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January 31, 2024
Three Energy Market Trends To Watch In 2024: Geopolitical Risks, Global Economic Uncertainty And The Transition To A Greener Future
To maintain or grow a competitive advantage in 2024, transportation leaders must navigate these three global energy market trends to scale their networks.
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January 30, 2024
How To Facilitate Productive Fuel Recovery Change Management Conversations With Your 3PL
Learn how best-in-class fuel management software, like Fuel Recovery, improves transparency for the shipper, 3PL, and carrier, and change management strategies.
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January 25, 2024
An Overview Of The January 2024 Diesel Tax Adjustments By State
Stay informed with our comprehensive overview of the January 2024 diesel tax adjustments by state, and learn about their impact on your transportation spend.
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January 22, 2024
Freight Market Update: How 2023 Consumer Holiday Spending Shaped The Last Quarter
Read Breakthrough’s freight market update, detailing how consumer spending during the holidays impacted shippers and provide insight for 2024 market conditions.
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January 12, 2024
How to Build an Exceptional Freight RFP Strategy
Learn how best-in-class shippers enhance efficiency, capture savings, and reduce emissions by leveraging Breakthrough’s technology and insights.
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January 12, 2024
Mitigate Budget Uncertainty With Fuel Recovery
Unlock cost savings and increase transparency with Fuel Recovery. Learn how this industry-leading solution helps shippers reduce truckload fuel spend by 20%.
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January 5, 2024
5 Freight Market Trends To Watch In 2024
Be prepared for 2024 with these freight market trends from Breakthrough. From macroeconomic shifts to emissions standards, stay informed and ahead of the curve.
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December 28, 2023
A Record-Breaking Week: Spreads Reach Over 100 Cents
For the first time in Breakthrough history, we experienced an over 100-cent spread, the difference between the weekly DOE index and the daily cost of wholesale diesel, for fifteen consecutive days. Shippers on the Breakthrough Fuel Recovery program reimburse carriers closer to the reality of fuel procurement.
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December 19, 2023
Shipping Insights For The 2023 Holiday Season
As the 2023 holiday season nears, learn how freight indicators and capacity ratio trends can help shippers navigate this year’s unique set of challenges.
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December 19, 2023
Breaking Down California’s Advanced Clean Trucks And Advanced Clean Fleets Rules
Learn the legal challenges Advanced Clean Trucks and Advanced Clean Fleets face, as well as why these regulations are significant beyond California’s borders.
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December 13, 2023
COP28 Takeaways For The Transportation Sector
Learn the developments from COP28 for transportation, including maritime shipping, oil & gas, hydrogen, industrial transition accelerator, and fossil fuels.
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December 12, 2023
Real-Time Resilience: Shipping Solutions For Severe Weather
Discover how weather impacts shipping and how food and beverage shippers can leverage primary data and user-driven technology to overcome disruption.
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December 11, 2023
Understanding The Intricacies Of OPEC+ Production Cuts And Their Impact On The Global Crude Oil Market
Delve into the details of the recent OPEC+ production cuts, what it means for the global crude oil market, and why prices have experienced downward pressure.
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December 4, 2023
Why Shippers Need A Better Rate Negotiation Tool
Shippers need a rate negotiation tool to unlock insights that help them secure better pricing and mutually beneficial carrier relationships.
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November 29, 2023
How To Assemble The Right Shipping Technology Stack To Optimize Your Transportation Network
Maximize the ROI of your transportation technology stack by incentivizing tech adoption, evaluating performance, and leaning on industry experts for support.
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November 29, 2023
Embracing Change: Navigating The Impact Of The EU's Emissions Trading System On Maritime Shipping And Heavy-Duty Vehicles
Learn how the EU ETS will affect maritime shipping in 2024 and heavy-duty vehicles as early as 2027, and how shippers can prepare for these upcoming changes.
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November 22, 2023
Maximize The Effectiveness Of Fuel Recovery Change Management Strategies
Master change management with Breakthrough’s Fuel Recovery solution. Learn to effectively communicate its benefits and unlock your business potential.
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November 21, 2023
Fuel Hedging Strategies For Effective Fuel Cost Management For Shippers
Learn how fuel hedging strategies like T-Fuel provide an effective solution for fuel cost management, enabling them to lock in a fixed wholesale fuel hedge.
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November 7, 2023
How To Talk To Your Freight Carriers About Sustainability Measures
Shippers: Learn how to collaborate with freight carrier partners on sustainability measures to achieve common goals.
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October 9, 2023
A Guide To Renewable Diesel And Biodiesel
Learn the differences between renewable diesel and biodiesel, how they’re produced, their emissions impact, global trends, and more to inform your decisions.
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October 9, 2023
Transportation Energy Price Risks Grow From An Intensifying Israel-Palestinian Conflict | Advisor Pulse
The recent military assault on Israel by Hamas and consequent Israeli air strikes on Gaza drove crude oil and transportation energy prices higher to begin the second week of October. In this Advisor Pulse, the Breakthrough Applied Knowledge team analyzed the short and long-term implications of the Israel-Palestinian conflict.
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September 26, 2023
How The Future Of Diesel Will Impact Your Transportation Network
Diesel isn’t going away, but it is beginning to cede market share to alternative fuels. Here’s how shippers can prepare for a polyfuel future.
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September 25, 2023
The Role Of Transportation Management Technology In The 21st Century
Learn how freight technology is playing a role in transforming transportation networks and unlocking maximum value for logistics leaders in the 21st century.
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August 22, 2023
Connect With Breakthrough At CSCMP EDGE
Breakthrough will be exhibiting and presenting at CSCMP EDGE in 2023.
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August 17, 2023
Seizing New Opportunities In A Soft Freight Market: Insights For Shippers
Shippers must look beyond short-term wins and focus on building strong carrier partnerships in today’s soft freight market.
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July 24, 2023
How Access To Transportation Data Improves The Shipper-Carrier Relationship
Comprehensive transportation network data supports transparency and collaboration, improving the shipper-carrier relationship.
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July 21, 2023
Bipartisan Support For Hydrogen Prompts Transportation Application Discussions
Hydrogen boasts a promising future in transportation because of its cleanliness, efficiency, potential for domestic production, and ability for use in internal combustion engines.
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July 18, 2023
How To Answer Tough C-Suite Questions On Diesel Fuel Costs And Emissions Reduction Strategies
Market-based fuel reimbursements empower shippers to save up to 20% on fuel costs while pinpointing strategic opportunities to reduce emissions.
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June 30, 2023
Maximize Sustainability Impact Through Diversified Alternative Energy Vehicle Adoption
The pressure for alternative energy vehicle adoption is heating up. Discover how a portfolio approach can help shippers navigate this complex shift.
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June 7, 2023
The Energy Landscape For A Polyfuel Strategy
Discover the potential of a polyfuel strategy in achieving SBTs. Explore CNG, biodiesel, renewable diesel, battery-electric, and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
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May 23, 2023
Looming Climate Legislation Deadlines: What Shippers Need To Know
With California’s Advanced Clean Fleet regulation on the horizon, transportation teams must lean on science-based targets to reduce emissions.
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May 19, 2023
Agile Freight Capacity Management Helps Shippers Navigate Volatile Retail Trends
Shippers need access to comprehensive data about their networks to build resilient inventory and freight capacity management strategies.
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April 20, 2023
3 Carrier Selection Considerations to Improve Your Transportation Network
Breakthrough provides strategic transportation solutions to shippers with the help of advanced technology, market knowledge and data. Increase efficiency and sustainability in your transport network while reducing cost and creating fair partnerships.
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April 17, 2023
Connect With Breakthrough At Gartner Supply Chain Symposium XPO
Breakthrough will be attending and presenting at the 2023 Gartner Supply Chain Symposium XPO.
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March 23, 2023
From Vision To Action: How To Avoid Supply Chain Greenwashing And Make Real Progress On Sustainability
Supply chain greenwashing can be harmful even when it’s unintentional. Avoid falling into this trap by enabling and measuring real sustainability progress.
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March 15, 2023
Addressing Banking Disruptions | Advisor Pulse
Overview of potential impacts on the freight and transportation energy markets as a result of 2023 bank failures. Breakthrough provides guidance for shippers in this Advisor Pulse.
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March 14, 2023
Global Turmoil Fuels Demand For Supply Chain Diversification
Geopolitical events are contributing to a tumultuous landscape for shippers, highlighting the need for supply chain diversification efforts.
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March 9, 2023
A Transportation Guide To The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law And Inflation Reduction Act
The federal government begins to provide funding opportunities through IIJA and IRA for the transportation sector to address economywide decarbonization.
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March 8, 2023
5 Steps To Prepare For The Release Of The SEC Climate-Related Disclosure Rules
The final SEC climate risk disclosure rules are expected to be released in spring 2023. Here is what you need to know to act in accordance.
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February 23, 2023
3 Best Practices for Transportation Network Optimization
Discover how transportation network optimization can help you achieve your fuel, freight, and sustainability goals.
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February 1, 2023
3 Global Fuel Trends Set To Define The 2023 Energy Market
The 2023 energy market will bring price volatility. Here are the 3 global fuel trends set to define energy prices — and how shippers can stay agile amid fuel cost fluctuations.
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January 31, 2023
Diesel Fuel Volatility Shrinks Shippers’ Budgets
Many shippers experienced extreme diesel fuel volatility in 2022. In 2023, leading shippers are using market-based fuel reimbursements to combat it.
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January 26, 2023
4 Freight Capacity Trends To Watch For In 2023
Freight capacity will become more easily accessible in 2023 as demand declines and, as a consequence, linehaul rates soften across the board.
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January 12, 2023
Diesel Fuel Tax Update By State | Advisor Pulse
State budget proposals, which include the implementation of carbon costs and diesel fuel tax by state adjustments, continue to be announced throughout January. Breakthrough provides guidance for shippers in this Advisor Pulse.
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December 19, 2022
Happy Holidays From Breakthrough
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December 15, 2022
How To Set A Winning Transportation Sustainability Strategy
You can achieve big transportation sustainability wins when you have comprehensive data and an actionable gameplan.
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November 30, 2022
The 3 Most Important Freight Capacity Trends Of 2022 — And Key Takeaways For 2023
Diverse freight capacity applications, sourcing evolutions, and industry developments transformed transportation in 2022. Here’s what to consider for 2023.
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November 21, 2022
November Potential Rail Strike Outcome | Advisor Pulse
The final two unions reported their results on November 21. The outcome of the union votes is eight ratifying and four unions rejecting the agreement. Breakthrough provides guidance for shippers in this Advisor Pulse.
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November 17, 2022
Comprehensive Transportation Benchmarking Is Key To Freight Savings
Unlock new opportunities for efficiency and cost savings by analyzing transportation benchmarks based on accurate, relevant data.
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November 11, 2022
West Coast And Mountain Region Diesel Supply Update | Breakthrough Advisor Pulse
Recent concerns have been communicated about a potential diesel supply outage in Arizona, Utah, and the surrounding areas. Breakthrough provides guidance for shippers in this Advisor Pulse.
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November 2, 2022
Addressing U.S. Diesel Shortage Claims | Breakthrough Advisor Pulse
Tight diesel inventories and demand at elevated levels are leading some market commentators and analysts to announce a diesel shortage. Breakthrough provides guidance for shippers in this Advisor Pulse.
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October 14, 2022
Get Your Data Ready — The Future Of Autonomous Trucking Is Already Here
Autonomous trucks could be delivering freight on your low-complexity lanes — you just need the right data to pinpoint opportunities.
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