Sat.Sep 05, 2020 - Fri.Sep 11, 2020

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Battered But Not Broken

3PL Links

Supply chain and logistics industries learn valuable lessons as a result of COVID-19. By Grant Cameron. The COVID-19 crisis struck the world like a perfect storm. The clouds gathered quickly and in a matter of months shook the traditionally- solid pillars of the global food supply chain, changing the industry forever. Grocery stores were under pressure to keep the shelves stocked as people turned away from the food service sector and prepared their meals at home.

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Transportation 101: Understanding How to Manage Your Freight Spend

Logistics Viewpoints

When it comes to managing your freight spend, there are a few options to consider. The three traditional methods are the use of a transportation management system (TMS), transportation execution system (TES), and managed transportation services (MTS). Ultimately it comes down to whether shippers want to manage their freight spend in-house or outsource it.

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How to Become a Freight Agent

Bulk Connection

Many people would like to ‘be their own boss’ but it’s often a goal that doesn’t seem attainable. If, however, you have a solid background in the transportation industry, such a goal may be much easier to achieve than you realize. It can happen by becoming a freight agent. In this article, we’ll explain more about what becoming an agent entails and the benefits that exist to you as well as your customers.

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5 Best Practices for Fulfilling Benefits Enrollment Packages

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Labor Day is over, which means the annual open enrollment period for health insurance and other benefits is just around the corner. Are you ready to ship out your benefits enrollment packages? Not so fast! Here are some last-minute pre-launch details you should take care of before you launch your sales campaigns. We’ve also included a few best practices to help make these tasks easier.

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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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Have It All: IT Talent, New Tech, Reduced OPEX

Cyzerg

Leaders in the logistics industry are facing a pioneering challenge: innovations in logistics technology are increasing at a rate surpassing the output of IT talent capable of addressing the specific needs of the industry. Technology trends in the industry include the fast adoption of new consumer technologies and increased customers’ expectations of rapid, accurate delivery and access to real-time data from any device.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (September 11, 2020)

Talking Logistics

Today is September 11. As a kid who grew up in Brooklyn with a view of the Twin Towers from my bedroom window, I will never forget. Where were you on September 11, 2001 when the planes hit the towers? How I yearn, sometimes, to go back to my childhood bedroom, back to those hot. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (September 11, 2020).

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Truckers Christmas Group fundraising getting in swing for year-end push

Overdrive Online

The grassroots group's 13th annual campaign to help bring Christmas to trucking families in need gets under way today following record hauls in both 2018 and last year, when the $14,500 distributed among 29 families all told almost doubled the prior year's record.

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Back to School Looks Different for Supply Chains This Year

Kuebix

Fall is approaching and with it comes back to school season. However, Covid-19 has left the 2020-2021 academic year looking different than previous ones. School districts throughout the U.S. are deciding between in-person, online or a mix of the two instruction styles for their students. Many of the country’s major K-12 schooling systems including Los […].

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New Pop-Up Fleet offering from GlobalTranz focuses on shippers’ capacity needs

Logistics Management

GlobalTranz said that Pop-Up Fleets is geared towards high-volume shippers and shippers with private fleets needing supplemental capacity and whose customers have high service requirements, short lead times and strict on-time delivery requirements.

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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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How To Become A Freight Agent

Trinity Logistics

So you want to become a freight agent? How do you get started? What can you do to be successful in your new venture? Because of the reputation that the Authorized Agent Program at Trinity Logistics has, we are often asked how to get started in the industry. We’ve put this article together to help you kick off your freight agent business. At Trinity, we only partner with experienced agents, but we understand the importance of being knowledgeable from the start.

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Thank a trooper for that inspection? A tale of two states as Roadcheck begins

Overdrive Online

What the initial COVID pandemic response by some state agencies -- many fewer inspections -- might just say about the value of troopers' presence, inspection and more.

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This Week in Logistics News (September 5 – 11)

Logistics Viewpoints

Over the last few months, I’ve seen stories about people receiving random, unidentified seeds in the mail. Usually, the package came from China and had something else listed as the contents on the outside. However, once it was opened, there were just seeds with no description. The USDA in July said the packages were most likely part of a “brushing” scam, in which people receive unsolicited items from a seller who then posts false positive […].

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FMCSA gives green light to under-21 truck driver pilot program

Logistics Management

In a controversial move that almost certainly will rile up anti-truck safety advocates, the federal government is moving ahead with a three-year pilot program that will allow some under-21 drivers to work in interstate commerce. The move by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is not without some controversy. FMCSA released details of a 60-day public comment period on the Friday before Labor Day, the last major driving holiday of the summer.

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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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Fall Shipping Basics: What’s Hot in Autumn

Trinity Logistics

“Fall is in the air” is something we like to say this time of year as the air becomes a little crisper, the leaves start to change color, and popular autumn flavors like pumpkin spice start rolling out. With the changing of seasons also comes the changing of products and produce that need to be shipped to fall lovers across the globe. Fall shipping means truckloads of watermelons are traded for truckloads of pumpkins, pallets of tomatoes make way for pallets of fresh turkeys, and more fun-size c

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As with fire ants attacking a DOT officer inspecting logs, beware the ANTs in your own mind

Overdrive Online

Once upon a time, an inspector was so engrossed by a logbook (just knowing he'd find something) that he neglected to notice he was standing atop a fire-ant mound. Likewise, so-called 'automatic negative thoughts' can be agents of self-defeating patterns. Here's how Clifford Petersen approaches them.

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Commentary: The new normal is the old normal

Commercial Carrier Journal

In freight, change has always occurred daily.

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Thought You Knew Everything About Delivery/Service Appointment Scheduling?

Logistics Viewpoints

Delivery and service appointment scheduling strategies have been aggressively evolving for more than 10 years. In my conversations with customers, I continue to learn how far they have advanced and the expanding impact that logistics technology can have on the enterprise. TyresOnTheDrive.com, now Halfords Mobile Expert (HME) part of Halfords Group PLC, a UK provider of automotive and cycling products and services, is a great example of taking delivery and service appointment scheduling to anothe

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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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How much wood would a container manufacturer chuck?

Supply Chain and Logistics

Good old fashioned Operations Management; saving money by reducing the amount of wood used in container floors. Chris Gillis Thursday, September 10, 2020 Link: [link].

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Hear the 2020 Trucker Talent Search finale, and — Intro’ing Jason Keeler’s custom truck shop

Overdrive Online

Hear all the winning performances, and sit back for an audio window on Pennsylvania-based Keeler's magnificant 1950 Kenworth W923 and its growler of a KTA600 Cummins via our own "Long Haul Paul" Marhoefer's interview with Keeler. Hear all the winning performances, and sit back for an audio window on Pennsylvania-based Keeler's magnificant 1950 Kenworth W923 and its growler of a KTA600 Cummins via our own "Long Haul Paul" Marhoefer's interview with Keeler.

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Shell Plans Expansion of California’s Hydrogen Refueling Network

NGT News

The California Energy Commission (CEC) has posted a notice of proposed award outlining subsidies to support hydrogen refueling infrastructure in California. Equilon Enterprises LLC (Shell Hydrogen), participated as an applicant in the related grant funding opportunity (GFO) and was awarded $40.8 million, subject to formal approval at a future CEC business meeting.

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Are you a Fast Casual chain going online? Here are some tips from technology experts

Loginext

Are you a Fast Casual chain going online? Here are some tips from technology experts Online food delivery has been on an upward trend in the last few years and with the pandemic striking in 2020, the trend has skyrocketed. In a rather grim situation for people and businesses globally, some industries have got a […].

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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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Flag states attacked for weakness on crew change

Supply Chain and Logistics

The crew change crisis continues.

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The Growing Need for Digital Yard Management Systems

Talking Logistics

Why did the need for Digital Yard Management Systems surge during the pandemic? Digital Yard Management Systems (YMS) play a critical role in helping companies automate processes and offset the impacts of the global pandemic and other supply chain disruptions. It didn’t take long for global supply chains to take center stage during the worldwide. Read more The Growing Need for Digital Yard Management Systems.

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DHE to Pilot Volvo VNR Electric Heavy-Duty Trucks

NGT News

Dependable Highway Express (DHE), a core division of Dependable Supply Chain Services, through the Volvo Low Impact Green Heavy Transport Solutions (LIGHTS) project, says it will demonstrate the ability for battery-electric trucks to successfully transport goods in daily routes. DHE has received two Volvo VNR Electric trucks, the first battery-electric Class 8 trucks to join […].

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Port Tracker report points to signs of import traction ahead of the holidays

Logistics Management

Higher than expected import levels, driven by the ongoing reopening of the United States economy and retailers focused on inventory restocking, in advance of the holiday season, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, were some of the key themes of the new Port Tracker report, which was issued today by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and maritime consultancy Hackett Associates.

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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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Future-Proofing Your Supply Chain for the New Normal

Supply Chain Brain

Supply-chain executives in North America have a lot on their plates these days, to say the least.

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How to Find Hidden Warehouse Productivity Killers — and Fix Them With Warehouse Automation

Magaya

Warehouse productivity is paramount for sustained market success. Despite best efforts, however, not every operational issue is obvious — and it's these hidden productivity killers that often pose the biggest challenges for completion times and failure rates.

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Are Ocean Freight Prices Absolutely Broken?

Freightos

Special thanks to Lars Jensen, CEO at Sea Intelligence Consulting and Zvi Schreiber, CEO of Freightos Group for their input and insights for this report. . Shipping containers are like scotch. . It’s hard to predict what demand will be like for products like these ahead of time. Just take a look at pricing fluctuations for Suntory’s Yamazaki 12 Year Old.