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Understanding customs brokerage services

I.C.E. Transport

No law says you have to hire a customs broker to help you clear imports into the US. But a smart importer, whether large or small, usually engages with an expert for customs brokerage services. Here’s how a licensed broker can help you clear shipments quickly through US Customs, keep you compliant with all regulations and help you avoid costly mistakes.

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9 Must-Have Accessories for Professional Truck Drivers

United World Transporation

Having the right accessories can make all the difference when you’re on a long-haul. The problem is, there are so many to choose from, so which ones are absolutely essential? Take a look below and see which of these nine essential accessories you have and which you should get before your next haul. 9. Tablet Mount. Most truckers probably have a phone mount or GPS mount, but what about a tablet mount?

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What Shippers Need to Know About the Digitization of Freight Rates

Magaya

Editor’s note: Today’s article was contributed by Virgil Ferreira, Chief Operating Officer, Rate Management at Magaya. With more than 15 years of experience in the logistics technology industry, Virgil brings a wealth of knowledge to his role. As Chief Operating Officer, Rate Management, Virgil is responsible for leading the execution of the Catapult strategy and shaping the company’s product vision to continue leading digitization in the shipping industry.

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The Psychology of Logistics Sales with Dan Deigan

The Logistics of Logistics

The Psychology of Logistics Sales with Dan Deigan. Dan Deigan and Joe Lynch talk about the psychology of logistics sales. Dan is the founder High-Performance Logistics Sales a company that helps sales reps increase their sales. About Dan Deigan. Dan Deigan is the found of High-Performance Logistics Sales. “Just make more calls” That was the training Dan started his career with.

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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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VIDEO: Is a short- or long-term fulfillment contract better?

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

When you outsource fulfillment to a 3PL, one of the things you need to decide is contract length. While shorter-term contracts have benefits like flexibility, longer-term agreements typically have even greater advantages.

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What’s going on with global supply chains: A primer for the casual consumer

Freightos

(AKA why that couch you ordered isn’t here…and isn’t getting here tomorrow). Disclaimer: This article is a zoom out for the less freight-inclined. If you have a deeper understanding of freight, you might want to check out our Freightos Baltic Index daily container index instead. Let’s talk freight. . You’ve seen the Suez Canal memes, you know furniture is taking way longer than usual to get to your door, and you may have even heard about Pelotons shipped by air to reduce delivery times.

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The Best Logistics Team You Have Never Heard Of with Matt Scherer

The Logistics of Logistics

The Best Logistics T eam You Have Never Heard of with Matt Scherer. Matt Scherer and Joe Lynch talk about the best logistics team you have never heard of. Matt has been helping thousands of people create, update and improve their LinkedIn profiles. About Matt Scherer. Matt Scherer has been helping thousands of military professionals, college students, and other business executives create, update and improve their LinkedIn profiles.

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eCommerce Companies: Are You Tracking the Right Fulfillment Metrics?

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Your online store is pulling in a ton of sales. Great! But are you getting your orders where they need to go quickly, accurately and cost-effectively? Is your fulfillment program enhancing or dragging down customer satisfaction and company profitability?

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Technology is Changing Warehouse Operations

Kuebix

Now that vaccine distribution has become more widespread and restrictions throughout the country are being lifted, businesses that made the decision to operate remotely are reopening office buildings. However, many companies have realized that their employees don’t need to be in the office to complete daily tasks. Some are having employees return to the office […].

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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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Out-of-Control Shipping Costs Fire Up Prices From Coffee to Toys

Supply Chain Brain

The costs are already being passed to consumers.

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Building a Safe and Efficient Fleet

Food Logistics

An effective safety program is one of the smartest investments a fleet service can make to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

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Public service message for those outside trucking: Professional drivers' issues more complicated than they seem

Overdrive Online

Here's Overdrive Extra contributor Clifford Petersen's answer to an associate's "not negative, but a bit naive. thoughts on truck drivers," underscoring a central conundrum of trucking work: Tension between safety, pay, home time and regulations.

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4 Challenges Shippers Are Facing Right Now (and How to Overcome Them)

Shipsta

It's easy to feel overwhelmed by the complexities of shipping goods because, well, it’s complicated. The globalisation of trade means you need to manage countless lanes, ports, destinations and regulations - which is no easy feat.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for

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Watch: How Inefficient Warehouses Are Slowing Global Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Alex Wakefield, chief executive officer of Longbow Advantage, says the inability of warehouses to take full advantage of the data that’s available to them is a greater threat to supply chain continuity than a containership blocking the Suez Canal.

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National diesel average is up for week of June 14, reports EIA

Logistics Management

For the week of June 14, the national diesel average increased 1.2 cents, to $3.286 per gallon., ahead of weeks ending June 7, May 31, and May 24, at $3.274, $3.255, and $3.253, respectively.

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1988 Freightliner boasts rare custom big bunk

Overdrive Online

Catch views and hear details of Vermont-based Robert Davis' 1988 Freightliner, which he uses to haul cheese.

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Yantian Port Congestion: How Can Shippers Navigate Another Major Supply Chain Disruption?

CH Robinson Logistics

While the global logistics industry has not been a stranger to disruption this past year, the congestion at the Port of Yantian in China, is starting to impact the market at an exceptionally high level – At the current pace, it’s going to be even more disruptive than the Suez Canal blockage this spring and the ongoing congestion at the Port of Long Beach/LA over the past year.

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How to Prepare for Proposed New Tariffs in 2025

The global trade landscape is shifting. If President Trump’s proposed tariffs come into effect, they will impact your logistics in significant ways. Our free guide provides essential insights for consumer brands and manufacturers. It is crucial to understand what these challenges mean for your logistics operations, and more importantly, how to prepare.

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Electric Plane Pioneer Pivots to Cargo Drones

Supply Chain Brain

While the coronavirus crisis has delayed completion of a plant, the 65-year-old entrepreneur still expects unmanned cargo craft to comfortably beat autonomous passenger planes into the skies.

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Ryder Last Mile Delivery with White Glove Service

Logistics Management

Our innovative technology gives you and your customers real-time, end-to-end visibility and tracking into the transportation and delivery of orders.

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Editor’s Choice: Machine Learning Will Make Warehouse Managers More Productive

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article is from Lucas Systems and highlights the benefits of machine learning in the warehouse. Real-world uses of AI in business have exploded in the past decade, but few of those applications are focused on warehousing and distribution.

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Are you fulfilling drivers’ wants and needs?

Truck News

Recently, I heard someone refer to his wife’s shopping habits, describing her as a “want person and not a need person.” Some time ago I had actually done some quick research on the internet about compulsive shoppers and found there is a small number of endorphins and dopamine released into the system when something is […].

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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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Four Keys to Success for Ultra-Fast Fashion Companies

Supply Chain Brain

The generation between the ages of 15 and 25 will sooner or later change the world of fast fashion.

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Ocean shipping issues are in the spotlight in letters to the White House

Logistics Management

Myriad ocean shipping supply chain issues continue to remain front and center in supply chain circles on various fronts, which were highlighted this week by various federal government and industry bodies.

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Becoming (And Staying) A Shipper of Choice In A Volatile Market

Blue Grace Logistics

By Ashley Coker | FreightWaves Associate Editor. Published June 17, 2021. Capacity levels are strained and reaching all-time historical tightness. Today, carriers are in high demand and have more choices on which organizations to work with than ever before. Shippers are innovating and implementing various strategies to make them a “shipper of choice” and connect with carriers to move their freight while avoiding sky-high rate increases.

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3PL Selection: Rely on Customer Experience to Identify the Right Partner

Kane is Able

3PL selection has become a critically important decision for manufacturers and retailers as they seek the efficiency, flexibility and operational cost savings that third-party logistics providers can bring. Choosing a 3PL has historically been a difficult decision given the high number of logistics providers and the fact that, on the surface, service offerings seem quite similar.

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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Retail Sales, Factory Data Show Growing Pains for U.S. Recovery

Supply Chain Brain

An onslaught of economic reports on Tuesday added to evidence of a U.S. recovery in full swing, yet one experiencing growing pains.

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J.B. Hunt, Waymo partner up for Texas-based autonomous driving pilot

Logistics Management

Lowell, Ark.-based trucking and intermodal services bellwether J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. announced that its subsidiary, J.B. Hunt Transport Inc. has partnered up with autonomous driving technology developer Waymo, in an initiative focused on an intra-Texas test run movement of freight for a leading J.B. Hunt shipper customer.

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LTL Sector Reaching ‘Turning Point’ For Carriers, Shippers

Blue Grace Logistics

By William B. Cassidy | The Journal of Commerce. Published June 16, 2021. With an almost audible snap, the doors of capacity slammed shut on hundreds of less-than-truckload (LTL) shippers this week, as the largest US LTL carrier, FedEx Freight, reportedly cut off service to as many as 1,400 customers Monday to restore balance to its network. The purge, first reported by FreightWaves , hits shippers amid an unprecedented capacity crunch affecting all transportation modes.