Sat.Dec 22, 2018 - Fri.Dec 28, 2018

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Women Can Provide Unique Value to Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Carter Logistics

Blog Topics. The Shared Milkrun Mexico & Border Logistics. Women Can Provide Unique Value to Logistics & Supply Chain Management. It is no secret that women have experienced inequality in the workplace—from differences in pay to advancement opportunities to overall treatment. While women have made positive strides in the fight for equality, gender disparity still exists in many prominent industries, including Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

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Can Warehousing Withstand the E-Commerce Boom?

Material Handling and Logistics

Robotics and intelligent vehicle systems are creating opportunities for companies to grow their e-commerce infrastructure.

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3 Air cargo trends to watch in 2019

DC Velocity

Blockchain technology, artificial intelligence, and a host of market forces are shaping the transport of pharmaceuticals, industry executive says.

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5 things to expect in trucking in 2019

Fleet Owner

The challenges of finding and retaining personnel and acquiring vehicles will need our full attention and creative problem-solving in the coming months.

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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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West Coast Importers: ‘Tis The Season To Consider Long Beach Warehouse Space

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Any way you look at it, for companies that import containers into the Port of Long Beach, there’s a lot to love about this busy international gateway – and its nearby distribution centers. Take 35 miles of waterfront. Combine it with 10 piers and 80 berths. And top it all off with service from 175 shipping lines. Together with the nearby Port of Los Angeles, the Port of Long Beach handles more than a third of all ocean containers that arrive in the United States.

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Federal shutdown stalls few logistics operations

DC Velocity

Critical transportation agencies remain open, UPS sees "business as usual.".

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A pragmatic view of how ELDs are changing trucking

Fleet Owner

The broader benefit of ELDs is that fleets are thinking more intently about how to use driver time efficiently. It has always cost fleets something to waste drivers’ time or allow shippers to waste it, but now the cost of that is going up.

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Five Quick Steps to ELD Success

Supply Chain Brain

The logistics industry has seen an incredible transition since this time last year, when trucking companies scrambled to comply with a new electronic logging device (ELD) mandate.

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Cargo Ships Can Go Green With New Technologies

Material Handling and Logistics

Shippers should invest in solar power as well as other technologies including zero-emission hydrogen fuel cells and biofuels, which can be made of everything from leftover cooking oil to algae.

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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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Trade, tariffs top list of supply chain issues in 2019

DC Velocity

Industry keeps an eye on trade following signing of USMCA, 90-day tariff pause.

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Poor dental health on the road can turn fatal

Fleet Owner

Most truckers' dental emergencies from drivers include abscessed teeth, broken teeth, decayed teeth, and broken dentures, often made worse when dental care is put off.

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Integrated Supply Chains and the Future of Healthcare

Supply Chain Brain

Reducing supply-chain costs is critical to the survival of the healthcare industry.

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Toyota Wants to Put a Robot in Every Home and Make It Your Pal

Material Handling and Logistics

Toyota's Human Support Robot is the machine the automaker sees as closest to making the leap from the lab to the living room.

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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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Port of Virginia records record volume in container barge service

DC Velocity

Route supports rebound of Richmond Marine Terminal since 2008 recession, port says.

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Dental tips to help keep drivers on the road

Fleet Owner

There are good snacks and bad snacks for your teeth and one drink to definitely avoid.

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Tariffs and the Electronics Supply Chain: A Perfect Storm?

Supply Chain Brain

A storm in the electronics industry is spreading into automotive, aerospace, healthcare industries and more — just about any supply chain that calls for electronic components.

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YRC, Teamsters float trial work rule balloons in advance of NMFA contract talks

Logistics Management

YRC Worldwide, which controls the fourth- and eighth-largest LTL companies with its long-haul YRC Freight and YRC Regional units, is embarking on what could be a make-or-break contract with its 24,000 Teamsters union. Because YRC has struggled to regain profitability following its decision to buy rival Roadway Express in a debt-laden $1.1 billion transaction in 2003, any significant change in either units’ wage structure or fringe benefits could trigger another downturn for the Overland Park, Ka

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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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Spirit of innovation

DC Velocity

For distilled spirits supplier, combined AS/RS, WES solution improves warehouse efficiency.

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Not another Top 10 list

Fleet Owner

10 highlights from the help of NACFE to improve North American freight efficiency in 2018.

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A News Release You Don’t Want to Be In

Material Handling and Logistics

EEOC uses press releases as a strategy to publicly shame employers into doing what it wants.

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The Top 10 Logistics Blogs of 2018

GlobalTranz

Today, we continue our series highlighting our top blog posts of the year! We always enjoy the end of the year as it allows us to see what our readers really love. That then allows us to create more of that kind of content so our award-winning blog This year we will feature the top blog posts by page views in the following categories: Manufacturing , Logistics , Freight , and the Supply Chain.

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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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Daimler delivers battery-powered Freightliner truck to Penske

DC Velocity

Technology supports hauling demands, regulatory pressures, resource conservation, Daimler says.

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Consider fuel quality when budgeting

Fleet Owner

A 5% fuel savings with higher quality fuel would save the average Class 8 truck 1,025 gallons per year. Multiply that by the cost of a gallon of diesel and you can see the savings add up in your fleet.

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How To Improve Your Customers Experience Through Shipping

GoShip Blog

The retail industry is constantly expanding, and every year the competition among retailers gets fiercer. As the e-commerce sector reaches its peak growth, online stores are becoming the shopping channel used most by consumers. There are many key performance indicators (KPIs) that define if the company is evolving or not, but the one that has become extremely valuable in recent years is customer experience.

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The Top 9 Freight Blogs of 2018

GlobalTranz

Today, we continue our series highlighting our top blog posts of the year! We always enjoy the end of the year as it allows us to see what our readers really love. That then allows us to create more of that kind of content for our award-winning blog This year we will feature the top blog posts by page views in the following categories: Manufacturing , Logistics , Freight , and the Supply Chain.

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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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Robots won't put you in the unemployment line

DC Velocity

Robots will soon transform the workplace in amazing ways, but they will not throw you out of work.

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15 tips for avoiding a bad hire

Fleet Owner

The wrong hiring decision wastes time and costs your business money and can have a negative impact on your existing employees.

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How To Choose Between International Ocean And Air Shipping

Trans Global Auto Logistics

How To Choose Between International Ocean And Air Shipping. A century ago, there was only one way to have anything sent overseas — load items onto a ship. Today, however, you have more than one option, thanks in large part to the Wright brothers. Sending cargo by air has its advantages, but it may not be the best choice in every situation. Choosing whether to send freight by boat or plane can have significant repercussions on your supply chain in a number of ways.

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