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Cargo Securement Regulations – The Proper Use of Tiedowns

United World Transporation

Cargo securement regulations are set by the Federal Motor Safety Carrier Administration (FMCSA) and were last updated in 2004. The FMCSA’s definition of a tiedown is—a combination of securing devices that form an assembly that: Attaches cargo to or restrains cargo on a vehicle Is attached to anchor point(s). What Is a Tiedown?

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Limping to war

Logistics in War

– Chief of Army LTGEN Peter Leahy, 2004 [1]. Being definitive about threats or objectives certainly helps in answering the question ‘is the military prepared?’ Terms vary in different militaries, and it’s always important to confirm definitions when discussing preparedness. [3] 3] Galvin, T., 4] Betts., 7] Betts.,

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5 examples of the black swan theory

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

SARS pandemic in 2002-2004 sped up the growth of the small company Alibaba, which traded over the Internet. Interesting fact: in the opposite to my personal opinion, Nassim Nicholas Taleb, the inventor of the “black swan” definition considers black swans to be an unforeseen events that have significant consequences for the economy.

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The History of eCommerce: From the 1960s to the 2020s

Ship Monk

In 2004, the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI) formed to ensure the creation, enhancement, and implementation of security standards that protect customer account data. What we can definitely say is that the future looks bright for eCommerce! We want to hear from you! Shoot us a line here. P.S. Loved what you read?

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What is ISPS and who has to pay it?

Globalior

ISPS code regulations were introduced by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) on the 1st of July 2004. This is an important part of maritime laws and regulations that safeguard the safety of ocean faring vessels, sea ports, seamen, crew and cargo. Analysis of information collated.

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To 3PL or Not to 3PL?

Blog on Log

They focus on reliable service execution, mindful that today's lean manufacturing processes rely on consistently meeting shippers' time-definite demands. import volumes in 2005 will be 8 percent to 10 percent greater than 2004's robust levels, with no end in sight. But offshoring is not without risk to the supply chain.

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What Is Connected Vehicle And History of Connected Vehicles

FueLoyal

If you still haven’t gotten the whole idea of it, there is a simple definition to it, as follows. Since 2004, the company includes them in some of its high-end models. We know what vehicles are, but the ‘connected’ part might be somewhat confusing. What is a Connected Vehicle? .