Sat.Jun 26, 2021 - Fri.Jul 02, 2021

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An Introduction to Air Freight: All Important Basics for Transporting Goods by Air

Forto

For a long time, air freight was considered as the only option for particularly high- value freight and urgent, special deliveries. However, this way of thinking has become outdated and air freight is enjoying increasing popularity, due to its high reliability and great on-time performance. Especially in the current market situation is air freight more than ever attractive, while ocean freight is struggling with huge delays and high freight rates due to the recent blockage of the Suez Canal and

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Transportation Metrics That Matter Most to Track and Improve Performance

GlobalTranz

As supply chains become more impacted by market disruptions and unpredictable events, they’re also becoming more critical to a company’s customer experience levels and bottom line. Creating a data-driven supply chain tracking important transportation metrics helps shippers respond and adapt as quickly as possible to known and unknown events. Why Monitor Transportation Metrics.

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What Is Transportation Management System ROI? How to Evaluate When TMS Pays Off

MercuryGate

Implementing an efficient transportation management system is a great way to streamline all digital freight management and supply chain operations. But simply setting up a plan and letting it run will not provide the results supply chain managers want and need. It takes constant monitoring and routine evaluation to ensure everything is working as it […].

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Why Choose Outsourced Business IT Support Over an In-House Technician

Cyzerg

Outsourced business IT support or hiring an in-house technician? This is a question that every warehouse asks since IT is an integral part of their operations. The truth is it all depends on the setup of your company and even the size of your operations. Whether your warehouse is growing or you want to streamline processes, having an outsourced business IT support team could be a huge advantage.

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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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What Will Tomorrow’s Freight Broker Do with Ben Buchanan

The Logistics of Logistics

What Will Tomorrow’s Freight Broker Do with Ben Buchanan. Ben Buchanan and Joe Lynch talk about what tomorrow’s freight broker will do. Ben is VP of Account Management at Loadsmart , which is transforming the future of freight, they leverage artificial intelligence, machine learning and strategic partnerships to automate how freight is priced, booked and shipped.

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Using Advanced Technology to Prevent Cargo Theft

Now, That's Logistics

Cargo theft is on the rise, and the thieves aren’t just interested in high-value goods anymore. According to USA Today , cargo thefts of paper goods, personal protective equipment (PPE), and food increased last year as the black market for such items flourished during COVID-19. It says the thieves have stolen everything from ventilators to toilet paper.

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How Transparency Will Elevate the Post-Pandemic Food Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

There’s an opportunity to improve food supply chain logistics and planning with a future-proofing mindset. No element requires more consideration and investment in this regard than transparency.

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The Voice of 3rd Party Logistics with Anne Reinke

The Logistics of Logistics

The Voice of 3rd Party Logistics with Anne Reinke. Anne Reinke and Joe Lynch talk about the voice of 3 rd party logistics. Anne Reinke joined TIA which is the only organization dedicated to advancing the needs of third-party logistic professionals. About Anne Reinke. Anne Reinke joined TIA from the U.S. Department of Transportation (US DOT), where she served both as the Deputy Assistant Secretary-Congressional Affairs DAS-Intergovernmental Affairs from April 2019 to October 2020.

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Best Practices to Model Carbon Costs in Supply Chain Network Design

AIMMS

The post Best Practices to Model Carbon Costs in Supply Chain Network Design appeared first on AIMMS.

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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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CBRE report points to e-commerce-driven need for another 330 million square-feet in U.S. by 2025

Logistics Management

Even though the most-dire days of the COVID-19 pandemic may be in the past, that, by no means, has pumped the brakes on the frenetic pace of e-commerce activity, driven by the steady drum beat of consumer demand. That was evident in the findings of a report recently issued by Los Angeles-based industrial real estate developer CBRE.

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2021 Manufacturing Trends: Using Technology to Overcome Adversity

Supply Chain Brain

Our third annual trends report offers a picture of the latest challenges and opportunities in the manufacturing industry. As before, our intent is to unlock insights that manufacturing companies can use to better prepare for the year ahead.

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Technology is Essential in Navigating Peak Shipping Season

Kuebix

As crazy as it may sound, planning for peak shipping season has already begun! In the U.S., peak shipping season extends from August until January of the following year. Peak shipping season can be broken down into two spikes in demand. The first occurs from August until October. This significant increase can be largely attributed […]. The post Technology is Essential in Navigating Peak Shipping Season appeared first on Kuebix.

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How to Build More Resilient Supply Chains

Shipsta

The pandemic put a massive spotlight on supply chain resilience.

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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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FTR Shippers Conditions Index shows improvement but remains negative

Logistics Management

For April, the most recent month for which data is available, the SCI came in at -11.9, following March’s record-low reading of -17.8.

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What's Really Slowing Food Delivery, and How Logistics Tech Can Help

Supply Chain Brain

More than 90% of restaurants say they’ll continue using third-party delivery services after the pandemic.

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Check out these impressive rigs competing in 2021 Pride & Polish contest

Overdrive Online

These six custom trucks are just a small sample of the 64 entries in the 2021 Overdrive's Pride & Polish contest so far. Vote for your favorites through July 11.

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Loop Energy Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology Racking Up In-Service Mileage

NGT News

Loop Energy, a developer and manufacturer of hydrogen fuel cell-based solutions, says the pilot transit bus fleet of Skywell New Energy Vehicles Group in Nanjing, China, has now been fully operational for 45 days and has already accumulated 75,000 km of in-service operations. Through its China-based joint venture partner Beijing IN-Power, Loop Energy fulfilled a […].

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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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ShipMatrix data provides insight into delivery on-time performance

Logistics Management

Data recently provided to LM by ShipMatrix, a subsidiary of Pittsburgh-based SJ Consulting, showed that major parcel carriers, including UPS, FedEx, the United States Postal Service (USPS), and were within similar ranges, for on-time performance (OTP) for May on an annual basis, whereas average daily volumes saw a bigger spread, to the upside.

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Transforming the Procurement Process Through Robotics

Supply Chain Brain

Automation in operations, manufacturing, finance and marketing have enabled significant improvements in productivity. So where does technology go from here? Robotic process automation holds the answer.

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Best Practices in Supplier Risk Management

Logistics Viewpoints

Marisa Brown, Senior Principal Research Lead, Supply Chain Management at APQC (American Productivity & Quality Center) recently gave a presentation at ARC Advisory Group’s Supply Chain Forum. In her presentation, Ms. Brown examined supplier risk during a crisis, supply chain disruption, supply chain risk, and how organizations can shift from surviving to thriving.

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So long, ol' pard.

Overdrive Online

Long Haul Paul's personal tribute to retiring Overdrive Editorial Director Max Heine, detailing the gearjammer's journey from a "rather jaded view of journalism" to certainty that in the hands of good folks, it can "still make a difference in this world.".

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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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June manufacturing data marks a strong first half of 2021 for the sector, reports ISM

Logistics Management

In its monthly Manufacturing Report on Business, ISM said that the report’s key metric, the PMI, at 60.6 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), slipped 0.6% from May to June. This represents the 13th consecutive month of PMI growth, coupled with June also representing the 13th consecutive month of growth for the overall economy.

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E-Commerce Aggregators Are Spurring a New Kind of Gold Rush

Supply Chain Brain

Investors are pouring billions into successful global marketplace sellers and businesses, providing back-end resources to expand internationally.

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Data Quality: Your Digital Transformation Depends on It

Logistics Viewpoints

In a prior post , I wrote about the various ways data is transforming global supply chains. Data is the raw fuel of digital transformation and the linchpin to accelerating industry collaboration, automation, predictive insights and so many more cutting-edge capabilities (including those yet to be invented). Today, I’m going to add a qualifier — it has to be quality data.

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As 2290 tax filing season opens, no change to e-file providers' list dynamics uncovered last year

Overdrive Online

Tips here on avoiding common mistakes in 2290 filings, and fees. Meanwhile, multiple e-file companies operating on what appears to be a shared online system continue to dominate the IRS-approved e-file list.

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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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Chicago Area Clean Cities Releases Report Analyzing Alternative Fuel Vehicle Corridors

NGT News

Chicago Area Clean Cities (CACC), a nonprofit coalition that promotes clean transportation in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, has released an Alternative Fuel Corridors Study that looks at vehicle usage and infrastructure needs for the Chicago region. The study maps the existing alternative fuel sites in the six-county Chicago area and throughout Illinois, and in […].

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Truck Drivers and Container Chassis: The Peak Season Shortages to Expect

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain managers need to understand where the vulnerabilities are, and what to expect in a peak season that’s poised to bring about increased pressure for shippers and carriers in terms of labor, capacity, transparency and supply.

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Overcoming the 5 Supply Chain Barriers that Threaten the Growth of Renewable Energy

CH Robinson Logistics

Renewables are expected to account for 90% of new power generation globally through 2022. But the world’s demand for clean energy is running up against some hard realities in the global supply chain and one of the most erratic transportation markets in history. Here are the five key project logistics challenges we’re seeing in renewable energy and how to overcome them.