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C.H. Robinson's unique information advantage delivers smart solutions and better outcomes

Supply chain success starts with information, data, and expertise. Reach your goals with C.H. Robinson.

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Smart solutions solve your top supply chain challenges

When it comes to supply chain opportunities, C.H. Robinson’s connectivity to companies that range from complex global shippers to local businesses, spanning a wide range of industries, is unmatched. Using our experience, we have identified the top supply chain challenges in North America and have the insights and expertise you need to overcome them.

Top shipper challenges

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Being connected to the best rates and capacity in any market

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Using supply chain data to create savings

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Gaining comprehensive supply chain visibility

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THE CHALLENGE:

Being connected to the best rates and capacity in any market

The best long-term supply chain strategy is to prepare for the cyclical nature of the transportation market. This starts by understanding the variety of market influencers. C.H. Robinson’s technology, advanced analytics, and skilled teams can help you maintain a consistent strategy that proactively plans for any market condition.

Insights to overcome this challenge

Five insights to get the best rates and capacity in any market

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Understand market conditions
Monitor and communicate market changes with your internal stakeholders.
RESULTS:
Market-aligned rates, empathy during market shifts.
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Become a favored shipper
Implement carrier-centric processes, like managing dwell times and detention.
RESULTS:
More consistent capacity, reduced volatility.
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Maintain a stable set of capacity providers
Rely on providers with access to vetted, high-quality carriers.
RESULTS:
Deliver on time in full reliably.
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Leverage indices and benchmarks to set realistic expectations
Verify rates are aligned with market prices.
RESULTS:
Market-aligned rates.
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Routinely evaluate your business rules with your provider
Align strategies for lead times, variable demand, and more.
RESULTS:
Understand how your rules impact rates and freight attractiveness.

Get smart solutions with C.H. Robinson

Success in any market starts with C.H. Robinson’s full suite of global logistics and technology services. We’re here to create better value and outcomes for our customers.

Real-time insights and visibility
200K customers and carriers connected to our platform
Reduced pricing volatility
18 million shipments annually
Improved efficiencies through our world class platform
650 million digital interactions annually

Use our experience and scale to better manage your supply chain—no matter what the market has in store. Through our ability to manage freight volumes across customers; connect you to our global multimodal platform, Navisphere®; and provide supply chain expertise, we can help you understand best practices and new shipping ideas to overcome your most challenging supply chain obstacles.

Our experience and scale deliver a unique information advantage, creating better outcomes for our customers.


Reach your goals with C.H. Robinson's information advantage

Put our data scientists to work analyzing your raw supply chain data against C.H. Robinson's industry-leading information. Using the visibility and insights we provide, together we can execute on prioritized opportunities.

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