Mon.Dec 02, 2024

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Reducing Turnover in 2024: Strategies for Success in Hiring and Retaining Mobile Service Contractors

WorkWave

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics , our current labor market faces significant challenges, with 9.4 million open jobs and only 6.3 million unemployed workers available. Even if every unemployed person joined the labor market immediately, the market itself would still face a deficit of 3.1 million positions. The declining labor force participation rate – from 63.4% pre-pandemic to 62.8% today – reflects deeper structural changes affecting employee turnover rates and workplace cultu

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Q4 2024 Shipper Rate Report In Partnership with FreightWaves

Blue Grace Logistics

Q4 2024 Shipper Rate Report Q4 2024 Shipper Rate Report Explore the Q4 2024 Shipper Rate Report , a collaboration between FreightWaves , BlueGrace Logistics , and U.S. Bank. This comprehensive resource examines the latest shipping rates and highlights the key factors shaping the freight industry today. With FreightWaves’ advanced SONAR data, BlueGrace Logistics’ operational expertise, and U.S.

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Last Mile Delivery Optimization Strategies for 2025

WorkWave

In today’s fast-paced e-commerce landscape, last-mile delivery has emerged as a critical component of the supply chain. As customers increasingly demand rapid and reliable delivery, optimizing this final leg of transportation becomes essential for businesses aiming to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. However, last-mile delivery faces a myriad of challenges, such as traffic congestion, rising costs, and increasing environmental concerns.

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Lenovo Excels in Supply Chain Planning with a Hybrid Approach

Logistics Viewpoints

Jack Fiedler, the vice president for digital transformation of the global supply chain at Lenovo Lenovo is ranked tenth by one leading analyst firm among a list of global companies with exceptional supply chains. Based on an interview with Jack Fiedler, the vice president for digital transformation of the global supply chain at Lenovo, the word “exceptional” certainly applies.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Advanced Delivery Route Software to Meet Today’s Delivery Demands

Loginext

Meet today’s delivery demands with advanced route planning software. Optimize operations, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction with real-time solutions tailored for logistics success. The post Advanced Delivery Route Software to Meet Today’s Delivery Demands appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Strategizing Deployment of Automation

Supply Chain Brain

Adoption isn’t a finite process. Even after automation is deployed and the employees are trained, it’s crucial that vendors stay engaged.

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Aramco Invests in Horse Powertrain

NGT News

Global energy company Aramco has completed the purchase of an equity stake in Horse Powertrain, a developer of hybrid and internal combustion powertrain solutions. “Addressing transport emissions requires a wide range of approaches that consider the diverse nature of the global vehicle fleet, broad disparities in transport infrastructures, and the specific needs of motorists in […] The post Aramco Invests in Horse Powertrain appeared first on NGT News.

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Panama Bars Six Ships From Flying its Flag After U.K. Sanctions

Supply Chain Brain

The de-listing follows a pledge by Panama’s maritime authority in October to penalize vessels sanctioned by the U.S., European Union, U.K. and United Nations.

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What truckers can expect from Trump II: Transparency, parking, more

Overdrive Online

Can regulatory efforts -- whether generally favored (transparency) or not (speed limiters) -- survive a second Trump term? In this Overdrive Radio, OOIDA leaders Todd Spencer, Lewie Pugh offer perspective on that question and much more.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Canada Post, Union Push to Restart Labor Talks

Supply Chain Brain

CUPW workers went on strike on November 15, with Canada Post telling customers to expect delays for mail deliveries for as long as the stoppage drags on.

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Some ‘Italian’ Tomato Puree Products in U.K. Supermarkets Come from China

Supply Chain Brain

Most Chinese tomatoes come from the Xinjiang region, where their production is linked to forced labor by Uyghur and other largely Muslim minorities.

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Can U.S. Manufacturers Harness Trump’s Protectionist Policy?

Supply Chain Brain

To adapt to shifting trade policies, U.S. manufacturers should focus on supply chain resilience, cost-efficient production through automation, and recurring revenue through monetization and servitization.

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Williams-Sonoma Lays Out Roadmap for Possible Trump Tariffs

Supply Chain Brain

CFO Jeff Howie Howie says that Williams-Sonoma has reduced the percentage of goods it sources in China from 50% to 25% over the last few years.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Trump Threatens BRICS Nations with 100% Tariffs

Supply Chain Brain

BRICS nations have talked about the idea of a new common currency to reduce their reliance on the American dollar for years.

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