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How Bosch, JD.com, and Ford Are Using 5G to Transform Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

5G networks significantly improve data transmission speed, latency, and device connectivity, revolutionizing supply chain operations. These advancements enable real-time tracking and monitoring, enhance automated systems, and support a larger number of connected devices. The low latency of 5G allows for immediate response to any issues, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.

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Simplifying Data Management: How to Turn Raw Data into a Competitive Advantage

WorkWave

Field service businesseswhether in pest control, lawn care, security or cleaning servicescollect massive amounts of information daily. Each technician visit, customer interaction and service delivery generates valuable data points. Yet, many companies struggle to harness this information effectively. The common reality for field service operations includes: Isolated data trapped in separate software systems Hours spent manually compiling reports from multiple sources Delayed access to critical b

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Tariff Uncertainty: Small Importers Brace for Impact and Seek Alternatives

Freightos

Home Tariff Uncertainty: Small Importers Brace for Impact and Seek Alternatives New tariffs are shaking small U.S. importers, with a Freightos survey revealing rising concern just before the 90-day freeze. Eytan Buchman April 16, 2025 Blog The recent wave of tariff announcements has sent shockwaves through America’s small import businesses, creating unprecedented uncertainty in an already volatile global trade environment.

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Fun Facts about Full Truckload Shipping

Freightera

The Fun and Necessary Facts About Road and Rail FTL Freight Shipping Full Truckload (FTL) shipping is a freight mode where your shipment occupies the entire capacity of a truck or container, as opposed to sharing space with other shippers like with less than truckload (LTL) shipping. Because you have dedicated space, FTL shipping can be more straightforward in terms of handling and transit.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.

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Women In Trucking Association Applauds Bipartisan Bill to Allow Truck Drivers Access to Restroom Facilities

Women in Trucking

Professional truck drivers are the unsung heroes of modern commercedelivering goods and materials that sustain our lives, ranging from food and clothing to medical supplies and fuel. Yet, despite their vital role in the supply chain, many professional truck drivers face a basic and often overlooked challenge: lack of access to restroom facilities when they are picking up or delivering freight.

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AI in Supply Chain Automation: Procurement to Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

The adoption of AI in supply chain automation is enabling companies to make more accurate decisions, reduce cycle times, and better manage complexity. From sourcing and bid evaluation to warehouse slotting and dynamic routing, AI tools support faster and more consistent outcomes by processing large volumes of operational data and identifying patterns that human decision-makers may overlook.

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Surviving the Tariff Storm of 2025: Why Post Payment Audits are Now Essential

TransAudit

Why Tariffs Are Stealing the Spotlight in 2025 Were only a few months into 2025, and yet one word has dominated nearly every conversation in global trade and transportation: tariffs. Since Inauguration Day, the landscape has shifted dramaticallywith new duties, revised agreements, and retaliatory tariffs shaking up supply chains across the globe. These rapid changes are creating uncertainty for logistics professionals, procurement teams, and trade compliance experts who now must monitor updates

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Strengthen Customer Communication Across Your E-Commerce Ecosystem

Stord

Trust is currency in e-commerce. A study by Edelman found that 81% of consumers need to trust a brand before making a purchase. It is a strong buying consideration across all demographics, regardless of geography, age group, gender, and income level. Unlike in physical retail, where trust is often established through firsthand product experience, e-commerce brands must build trust before a customer can touch your product.

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The Importance of Service Quality in Freight Forwarding Companies

MTS Logistics

Today, transportation activities, which have accelerated in a globalizing world, have an important place in the service sector. The transportation sector, like other service sectors, is a sector that incorporates different aspects of service quality. Transportation works with various elements to ensure customer satisfaction. Providing fast, safe, comfortable and timely service is among the main priorities of service quality in the transportation sector.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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DHL Group acquires CRYOPDP from Cryoport to strengthen “DHL Health Logistics”

Logistics Viewpoints

DHL to acquire 100% of CRYOPDP, a leading specialty courier providing logistics services for clinical trials, biopharma, and cell & gene therapies. This acquisition enhances DHL’s capabilities in specialty pharma logistics and supports Group’s 2030 strategy to become a leader in life science and healthcare logistics. DHL and Cryoport form strategic partnership to strengthen their respective supply chain services offerings for the global life sciences and healthcare sector.

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7 Ways to Ensure the Best LTL Freight Quote

Kuebix

Less-than-truckload shipping is oftentimes an affordable alternative to full truckload shipping, but how do you know if youre getting the best quote possible? With so many variablescarriers, lanes, accessorials and fuel surchargesits easy to feel overwhelmed with all the detail required to make sure you are providing all the correct information and still getting a […] The post 7 Ways to Ensure the Best LTL Freight Quote appeared first on Kuebix.

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Why Traceability & Regulatory Compliance Matter in Industrial Manufacturing Logistics

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Customer safety is a must and maintaining traceability and regulatory compliance is crucial in the industrial market. These two factors certify that products are manufactured, transported, and delivered according to industry standards and safety regulations.

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April 2025 Freight Market Update

Trinity Logistics

Stay up to date on the latest information on conditions impacting the freight market, curated by Trinity Logistics through our Freightwaves Sonar subscription. tarifFS AND TIGHT WALLETS A colleague of mine told me recently that anytime you give a presentation around technology, there is an obligation, almost a duty, to include AI.Now, it feels like anytime you talk or write about things in the freight market, you have to include the word tariffs.The old saying, if you dont laugh, youll cry seem

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Shipium and Kibo Pair Composable Commerce with Headless Logistics in New Partnership

Logistics Viewpoints

Shipium, the modern shipping platform for enterprise shippers, recently announced a partnership with Kibo Commerce, a composable commerce platform. Kibo enables retailers, distributors and manufacturers to deliver seamless omnichannel experiences while optimizing fulfillment efficiency. With a modular, API-first architecture, Kibo provides businesses with the agility to adapt quickly to market changes, reduce operational complexity, and drive revenue growth.

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Standard vs. Expedited Shipping – What’s Best?

GoShip Blog

In the logistics world, speed and reliability are everything. But when it comes to choosing between standard shipping and expedited freight shipping , the decision isn’t always clear-cut. Each option has its own advantages, and understanding when to use each can save you time, money, and many logistical headaches. So, what’s the differenceand which one should you choose for your business?

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Why Experigreen Is Excited about Marketing Analytics

WorkWave

Experigreen has been using RealGreen since it started in 2017, using the software for their entire operational platform as theyve successfully pursued an aggressive growth trajectory. When they were presented with the opportunity to test the new Wavelytics Marketing Analytics platform, they were eager to jump on board. According to Experigreen Marketing Director Scott Jablonski, Its exciting being an early adopter because youre literally building the roadmap for a platform thats going to help a

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Trinity Logistics Shines Again: 23 Years of Excellence on the Top Freight Brokerage List

Trinity Logistics

Trinity Logistics, a leading third-party logistics provider (3PL), is excited to announce its ranking on Transport Topics prestigious Top Freight Brokerages list. This year, Trinity is ranked number 24, continuing its strong presence within the logistics industry. Transport Topics is a leading publication within the transportation sector and conducts annual rankings of freight brokerage firms.

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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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Aramex Partners with Shipsy to Enhance Last-Mile Efficiency and Productivity Using AI

Logistics Viewpoints

Aramex, a leading global logistics and transportation solutions provider, recently announced that they have signed a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Shipsy, a Gartner-recognized, leading global SaaS-based platform offering AI-powered logistics orchestration. This agreement reflects Aramex’s commitment to enhancing its last-mile delivery capabilities, increasing operational efficiency, expanding service offerings, using advanced technologies and ensuring customer service excellence.

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Logistics Unplugged: Episode 9

Blue Grace Logistics

Logistics Unplugged | A BlueGrace Podcast Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Podcast Search Search Ashley Benitez - April 15, 2025 Episode 9: Content to Conversations: Modern Marketing in Logistics Brian Blalock Host and BlueGrace Director of Client Development Adam White Vice President of Marketing A First Look: Marketing Strategies That Drive Success in Logistics In this episode of Logistics Unplugged , Brian sits down with BlueGraces Vice

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How Importers Are Reducing Tariff Costs in 2025—with Dedola Global Logistics

Dedola Global Logistics

In 2025, U.S. importers are facing a perfect storm: renewed Section 301 tariff reviews, tighter enforcement from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and unpredictable country-of-origin scrutiny. For companies importing high-value or high-volume products, tariff exposure isnt just a cost centerits a risk to profitability and operational continuity.

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Women in Supply Chain: The Progress and Pitfalls on the Road to Equity

Supply Chain Brain

The path toward equity hasn't been an easy one for women in supply chain and logistics, and even today, it's still very much a work in progress.

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.

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Unlocking the Value of the Logistics Viewpoints Archive

Logistics Viewpoints

As supply chain professionals continue to navigate disruption, digitization, and increasing complexity, having fast access to relevant, high-quality insights is critical. The Logistics Viewpoints archive has grown into a resource that supports exactly that a curated collection of category-based content that reflects both foundational principles and emerging trends across the logistics landscape.

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NIMBY concerns, land costs limiting public truck parking

Overdrive Online

New research from ATRI details how much public truck parking is available by state and addresses ways truckers might help states expand parking offered at rest areas and other state-owned facilities.

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Building Relationships with Women In Trucking

Women in Trucking

Building meaningful relationships and an effective network can pave the way for personal and professional growth. For members of the Women In Trucking Association (WIT), creating a strong support network is even more crucial to overcoming barriers and fostering success. WIT provides a unique platform to help members connect, share experiences, and open doors to new possibilities.

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Navigating Tariffs: Lessons for Manufacturers Learned From COVID-19

Supply Chain Brain

To navigate the changing landscape of global tariffs, manufacturers must gain as much agility as they can.

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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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Ding Dong! Your Delivery Just Got Smarter with LogiNext Mile

Loginext

LogiNext Mile transforms delivery management with real-time alerts and customer notifications, ensuring efficiency, visibility, and a seamless delivery experience. The post Ding Dong! Your Delivery Just Got Smarter with LogiNext Mile appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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CDL driver trainers call out 'threat' of bad actors among CDL schools

Overdrive Online

CDL training groups say FMCSA hasn't kept up with removing bad actors from the Training Provider Registry, and that it's a threat to safety on the roads.

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National Work Zone Awareness Week Highlights Safety, April 21-25

Penske Move Ahead

Maintaining the nations roadways requires periodic maintenance and even new construction. New speed limits, traffic patterns and rights of way, as well as worker and vehicle movement, can all impact work zone safety. National Work Zone Awareness Week , April 21-25, shines a spotlight on ways motorists and professional truck drivers can work together to keep work zone workers safe.