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July 29, 2025
Fuel Surcharge Meaning: What It Is and How It Works
Learn what a fuel surcharge is, how it’s calculated, and how it impacts your shipping costs. Understand key strategies for managing fuel surcharges effectively.
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July 24, 2025
What is AI in Supply Chains?
Discover how AI in supply chain is transforming the transportation industry. Learn key benefits, challenges, and real-world use cases for supply chain optimization.
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July 21, 2025
Discover Where to Engage with Breakthrough This Fall
Connect with Breakthrough to learn how we optimize transportation networks and help shippers increase efficiency and sustainability with measurable results.
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July 17, 2025
5 Ways to Reduce CO2 Emissions from Transportation
Cut your transportation emissions with smart, cost-effective strategies. Learn how leading shippers drive sustainability and efficiency in their networks.
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July 15, 2025
The Power of Primary Data Over Averages and Defaults
Learn how primary data provides precision and drives sustainable transportation initiatives by uncovering opportunities to further optimize your network.
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June 23, 2025
Energy Market Impacts from the United States and Iran Attacks | Advisor Pulse
Analyze the impact of the U.S. and Iran strikes on the diesel and crude markets, and uncover their ripple effects on the global energy landscape.
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June 16, 2025
Iran-Israel Conflict Drives Crude and Diesel Price Volatility | Advisor Pulse
Explore how the Iran-Israel conflict affects diesel prices. Learn strategies like Fuel Recovery to manage fuel price volatility effectively.
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June 12, 2025
Connect with Breakthrough at CSCMP EDGE 2025
Learn about our sustainable fuel and freight solutions, connect with our experts, and hear how we empower shippers’ transportation networks at CSCMP EDGE 2025.
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May 30, 2025
The Truth About the Freight Market Shift and Cost-Saving Strategies to Use in Your Next RFP
Discover the latest freight market trends and actionable cost-saving strategies used by leading shippers to optimize your RFP process and drive results.
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May 12, 2025
Three Simple Data-Driven Fuel Hedging Strategies for Market Stability
Discover how fuel hedging and risk management strategies can help defend your transportation budget and how easy it is to start hedging.
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May 6, 2025
Implications of the Truck Driver English Language Proficiency Executive Order | Advisor Pulse
The EO on English language proficiency, “Enforcing Commonsense Rules of the Road for America’s Truck Drivers,” and the impact on the transportation industry.
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April 29, 2025
Practical Strategies for Shippers and Carriers to Drive Sustainability in 2025
Discover trends and actionable insights in sustainable transportation. Learn how innovation and collaboration can drive efficiency and reduce emissions.
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April 28, 2025
How AI is Transforming the Shipping Industry
Explore how AI is redefining shipping, driving efficiency, cutting costs, and boosting sustainability. Learn 10 benefits of leveraging AI in shipping here.
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April 14, 2025
Navigating Tariff Impacts, Energy Price Shifts, and Freight Market Trends | Advisor Pulse
Uncover how tariff changes, energy price shifts, and freight challenges are shaping global market trends and driving economic uncertainty.
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April 4, 2025
Tariffs, OPEC+, and Carbon Tax Removal Drop Diesel Prices | Advisor Pulse
Explore how U.S. tariffs, OPEC+ production hikes, and Canada's carbon tax removal drove diesel prices down, creating volatility in global energy markets.
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April 3, 2025
5 Best Practices to Implement Fuel Recovery in Europe
Implement Fuel Recovery to improve transparency, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency in European transport with Breakthrough's proven strategies.
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March 27, 2025
What is a Transportation Management System?
Discover how a TMS streamlines planning, execution, and logistics with real-time visibility, automation, and data-driven insights to optimize freight moves.
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March 26, 2025
A Comprehensive Guide to Federal Policy Updates and Their Impacts on the Transportation Industry
Stay informed of the latest federal transportation policy changes to help you adapt, manage risks, and seize new opportunities in the dynamic landscape.
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March 25, 2025
Diesel Fuel Price Trends to Watch for the Remainder of 2025
Explore diesel fuel price trends, including the impact of oversupply, OPEC+ decisions, and geopolitical factors. Discover strategies to adapt to the energy market.
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March 24, 2025
What Is Fuel Management? 6 Best Practices
A fuel management tool optimizes energy consumption and ensures shippers pay only for actual carrier use. Discover best practices for efficiency here.
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March 18, 2025
Prepare for Canada’s Carbon Tax Changes | Advisor Pulse
Learn about Canada’s carbon tax update ahead of the April 1 increase, and how transportation leaders can adapt with accurate fuel reimbursement strategies.
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March 17, 2025
Breakthrough at Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo 2025
Learn how Breakthrough can enhance your strategy at the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium. Gain actionable insights for cost, efficiency, and sustainability.
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March 10, 2025
How Fuel Recovery Impacts Each Part of Your Company
Enhance transportation energy management and streamline fuel reimbursements with Fuel Recovery. Use shipment-level data to improve efficiency across stakeholders.
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March 3, 2025
Transportation Procurement 101
Go back to the basics as we break down transportation procurement fundamentals for successful shippers — from contracts to pricing.
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