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How to Choose the Right Port for Your Freight: A Practical Guide for Shippers

ECW

Specialized goods like perishables or oversized cargo require the right handling equipment and warehousing. Do they offer on-site cold storage, bonded warehousing, or transloading services? This matters more if you’re importing goods with strict documentation or complex regulatory requirements.

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International Logistics: Deep Integration and Practice of RPA Technology

Logistics Viewpoints

It encompasses multiple aspects such as transportation, warehousing, loading and unloading, packaging, circulation processing, distribution, and information processing. Booking Processing : RPA can automatically scan and digitize booking documents in various formats and then automatically enter the data.

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Tech-Driven Drayage: A PortPro Perspective with Corey Abbott

The Logistics of Logistics

He also partnered with companies across multiple industries and modes of transportation (OTR, Drayage, Intermodal, Global forwarding, LTL, Supply Chain Warehousing/ Transloading, Expedited Air, Road, and Water). He held roles of CIO, Intermodal, and Drayage, and most recently, Chief Product Officer.

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AI in Supply Chain Automation: Procurement to Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

From sourcing and bid evaluation to warehouse slotting and dynamic routing, AI tools support faster and more consistent outcomes by processing large volumes of operational data and identifying patterns that human decision-makers may overlook. Integration allows seamless transitions from data insights to purchase approvals and execution.

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Debunking the Top 10 Data Myths in Field Service: Why Your Data Strategy Matters

WorkWave

Every company sits on a wealth of untapped data. On top of that, there are often persistent misconceptions about what it takes to collect, manage and take action on effective data strategy. Thats why were debunking the most common myths about data that might be holding your operation back from digging deeper. The reality?

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Bill of Lading for LTL and FTL Freight Shipping: A Complete Shipper’s Guide

GlobalTranz

Whether you're shipping less-than-truckload (LTL) or truckload (TL) freight , one document keeps your shipment moving smoothly: the bill of lading (BOL). A bill of lading — often referred to as a freight BOL or shipping BOL — is a legal document that acts as: A receipt for goods being shipped. Serves as a billing document.

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Top 6 Logistics Challenges and How to Overcome Them

3PL Links

As a 3PL with more than a decade of experience in logistics, warehousing, and shipping, I’ve seen these challenges first-hand. The Solution: Invest in collaborative platforms that allow real-time communication and data sharing among all logistics stakeholders. Read Also: How to Optimize Your Stock With Ideal Storage Structures 1.