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How 3PLs can help you create a more efficient CPG supply chain

West Coast and California Logistics

For consumer-packaged goods (CPG) companies, efficiency is the name of the game. Your online customers expect faster delivery, while your retailer KPIs continue to multiply and grow in importance. Understandably, many CPG companies struggle to keep up with these increasing demands. In this article, we’ll examine where many companies are falling short, and show you how third-party logistics providers (3PLs) can be invaluable allies in overcoming CPG supply chain inefficiencies.

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What’s New with Parcel Shipping Carriers? More Than You Might Think.

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

It may only be October, but before you know it, holidays will be upon us. You’ll soon be seeing a lot more of all of your favorite parcel shipping carriers. In light of that, we thought we’d share a few facts and figures about some of the exciting things each of these players has been up to since the last peak shopping season rolled around – with a little what’s-in-it-for-you commentary thrown in for good measure.

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Mitigating Logistic Risks from Service Providers

SIPMM Professional Publications

Risk comes in many forms, and the risks faced depend on the nature and complexity of the business. The risks can arise from natural disasters and terrorist activities to finance and technological failures that may disrupt the global supply chain. The key is to identify and quantify the specific risks associated with the different types […]. The post Mitigating Logistic Risks from Service Providers appeared first on SIPMM INSTITUTE.

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What Are The Types of Trailers In Truckload Shipping?

GoShip Blog

If you don’t have a lot of experience with truckload freight shipping , it may be challenging to arrange everything properly. While many shippers are focused on freight rates, they often miss the importance of using the correct equipment. There are different types of trailers in truckload shipping, each created to move different types of freight. Before booking a shipment, it’s crucial to know what are the differences between truck trailers, their role, and their characteristics.

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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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Warehouse Safety: 10 Tips to Keep Your Employees Safe

Cyzerg

Warehouse safety is one of the biggest concern faced by warehouse managers and their employees. This worry stems from warehouse industry workers sustaining many injuries and fatalities, with an average of 16 fatalities per year (2014-2017). These statistics can be brought down significantly if warehouse safety is treated as a priority. So, in this article, we will be discussing the most common workplace injuries that a worker can face, safety tips to prevent injuries in the warehouse, and first-

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Making Mobile Robots More Flexible in the Plant

Material Handling and Logistics

MIT startup brings millimeter-scale location tracking to factories, ports, and other industrial environments.

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Managing Logistics Assets in the Construction Sector

SIPMM Professional Publications

Managing Logistics Assets is the piece of inventory network the executives that plans, actualizes, and controls the proficient, powerful forward, and switch stream and capacity of merchandise, administrations, material transportation, administration part the board and related data between the purpose of starting point and the purpose of utilization so as to meet client’ s prerequisites. […].

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Fleets turn to immigration programs to find truck drivers

Fleet Owner

Visa Solutions is helping to bring an estimated 1,600 drivers to the United States in 2019 from across the globe through federal government programs.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 25, 2019)

Talking Logistics

As expected, Death Valley was hot and windy last Saturday. My Logistics Leaders for T1D Cure teammates and I set off on our bikes as the sun was rising, and when we crossed the finish line hours later, we did so with smiles on our faces. I’ll let these photos from the 102.7 mile ride. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 25, 2019).

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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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Job Quality Will Shift for Warehouse Workers

Material Handling and Logistics

While the UC Berkeley Labor Center report says job loss won't be as dramatic as predicted, some jobs could be de-skilled, some work intensified and managing jobs will differ.

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The State of Technology in Controlled Substances and High-Value Supply Chains: Part 2, Pharma

Shipchain

Please enjoy Part 2 of our two-part webinar series focusing on high-value and controlled substances supply chains. This webinar will cover the pharma supply chain. We will delve into understanding the supply chains for any goods or substances that are high-risk and high-security. We will explore the unique challenges that these supply chain managers face, and discuss how Blockchain may be able to help.

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IMO 2020 makes box lines speed up?

Supply Chain and Logistics

Mike King wrote a piece about the risk that the IMO2020 fuel regulations will induce ocean carriers to speed up, thus burning more fuel and causing more emissions.

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How BT is Building a Connected Supply Chain Amidst Ongoing Transformation

AIMMS

With almost 30 million customers, BT (British Telecom) is the largest provider of consumer mobile and fixed broadband communications services in the UK. Behind the scenes, BT Supply Chain has been the backbone of the company’s operations for 30 years, making sure customers get the best experience. The supply chain division fulfills 40,000 individual customer orders every day, making sure that 32,000 engineers get the tools, parts and equipment they need to deliver support and services.

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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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Showing Children the Value of Trucking

Material Handling and Logistics

A new children's book hopes to shore up the industry's image and hopefully attract future workers.

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Key Factors for Purchasing Semiconductor Components

SIPMM Professional Publications

Realistically there is no one factor that weighs over another factor when it comes to purchasing. It is a collective issue that ties together, that leads from one factor to another. In the case of purchasing semiconductors, the buyer needs to do an in-depth research for the best possible timing to purchase the materials/components for […]. The post Key Factors for Purchasing Semiconductor Components appeared first on SIPMM INSTITUTE.

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5 Autonomous Vehicle Technology Uses in Shipping and Logistics

IoT World Today

Autonomous trucks and vehicles promise significant benefits for an industry that struggles with a growing labor shortage and the demand for shorter delivery times. The American Trucking Association estimates a shortage of as many as 174,500 drivers by 2024, due to an aging workforce and the difficulty of attracting younger drivers. Meanwhile, the rise of e-commerce and shorter delivery times is driving a need to overcome restrictions on hours driven and capital utilization.

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Hydrogen fuel cells are another power option for the trucks of the future

Fleet Owner

Most often when people talk about future technology for alternative fuel vehicles they are referring to battery electric vehicles.

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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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When Does OSHA Pay Attorneys’ Fees?

Material Handling and Logistics

Employers can get reimbursed if they are in the right and the agency is wrong.

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Key Issues on the Logistics of Transportation

SIPMM Professional Publications

Growing fuel prices increased wages, and peaking inflation indexes all work in tandem to increase transportation costs daily. Cutting a few corners here and there does not always help in meeting the cost-cutting goals for transportation. Adopting a strategic approach to eliminate or reduce bottlenecks can prove pivotal in revamping network designs and consequently cutting […].

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[Talking Logistics en Español] Por qué la visibilidad de carga en tiempo real es más importante que nunca

Talking Logistics

Editor’s note: Today’s post is the intro to a Talking Logistics episode recorded recently in Spanish with Michelle McBride, Senior Product Manager at Transplace. The episode’s title is “Why real-time freight visibility is more important than ever.” Hoy vamos hablar “Por qué la visibilidad de carga en tiempo real es más importante que nunca.

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New Tech May Be Eroding Trust in the Freight Industry

Supply Chain Brain

The health of the freight industry seems to appear much different to investors versus those working in the field.

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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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Supply Chain Analytics Market to Grow 15.8% Annually Through 2024

Material Handling and Logistics

By 2024 the market could be worth $9.2 billion.

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Intermodal Freight Transportation for Effective Delivery Services

SIPMM Professional Publications

Intermodal transportation goes back to the 18th century and predates the railways. Some of the earliest containers were those used for shipping coal on the Bridgewater Canal in England in the 1780s. Coal containers (called “loose boxes” or “tubs”) were soon deployed on the early canals and railways and were used for road or rail […].

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Latest diesel engines low on emissions, high on efficiency

Fleet Owner

Constant improvements in diesel engine design have not only helped the environment, but fleet owners' TCO as well.

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When Supply Chains and Blockchains Become Pervasive

Talking Logistics

Supply chains are fluid and always changing with customer expectations, new product introductions and delivery mode updates. With these dynamic business models taking place across every industry, can the evolution of blockchain applications and the underlying technology evolve to support new paradigms? Visions of what supply chains will look like in 2030 are as clear.

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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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Tariffs, Technology Top of Mind for Supply Chain Leaders

Material Handling and Logistics

Renegotiating part supply deals, essentially passing cost increases to their suppliers, is one way that manufacturing supply chain executives are addressing tariff concerns.

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Six Essential Strategies for Sustainable Procurement

SIPMM Professional Publications

Sustainable procurement is a spending and investment process typically associated with public policy, although it is equally applicable to the private sector. Organizations practicing sustainable procurement meet their needs for goods, services, utilities and works not on a private cost–benefit analysis, but with a view to maximizing net benefits for themselves and the wider world. […].

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Trucking sees challenges as they are: opportunities to improve

Fleet Owner

The other day, a colleague of mine got an email from an industry supplier sharing its ideas on the challenges facing by the trucking industry today.