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6 Things to Look for in a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Partner

Now, That's Logistics

Integrated with an organization’s warehousing, fulfillment and transportation activities, third-party logistics providers (3PLs) support a wide range of logistics activities for companies across all industries. Most recently, these operations are being called upon to support the growing ecommerce sector, which is expected to get products from point of origin to a customer’s location without the support of a brick-and-mortar location.

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7 Benefits of Freight Bill Process Automation

RPA Labs

Robotic process automation (RPA) refers to advanced software technology that allows business managers to efficiently build, deploy, and manage software robots, chatbots, AI machines, and automated processes. These innovative machines and systems emulate human actions by interacting with digital systems and specially designed software. Using RPA makes it easier to manage software, read screens, perform keystrokes, manage basic operations, monitor processes, and perform other routine tasks.

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Video: Amware automates fulfillment to help 32 Degrees scale

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

High growth is an exciting part of any company’s journey. It’s also a challenging one. To shed light on how a 3PL fulfillment provider can scale to support your company’s growth, we’ve created a new video featuring Amware customer, 32 Degrees.

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The Tive Story with Krenar Komoni

The Logistics of Logistics

The Tive Story with Krenar Komoni. Krenar Komoni and Joe Lynch discuss the Tive story. Krenar is the CEO and founder of Tive , a leading provider of real-time supply chain visibility insights that help logistics professionals actively manage their in-transit shipments’ location and condition. About Krenar Komoni. Krenar Komoni has developed breakthrough ideas in data analytics, logistics, and electronics design for nearly 20 years.

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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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Model Sustainability Trade-offs in Supply Chain Network Design to Reduce Emissions

AIMMS

The post Model Sustainability Trade-offs in Supply Chain Network Design to Reduce Emissions appeared first on AIMMS.

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How Can Product Fulfillment Companies Accelerate Your Sales Growth?

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Though eCommerce sales are largely driven by marketing, that doesn’t mean product fulfillment companies have no role in helping online sellers grow. On the contrary, a good customer experience depends on your fulfillment 3PL doing its job correctly. Your 3PL plays an active role in attracting new customers and keeping the ones you have. This article discusses ways your logistics partner can help accelerate sales growth, and how you can leverage your fulfillment operation as a competitive advanta

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The New Customer Journey with Chris Jolly

The Logistics of Logistics

The New Customer Journey with Chris Jolly. Joe Lynch and Chris Jolly discuss the new customer journey. Chris is the founder of The Freight Coach , a company that stages transportation companies ranging from traditional freight brokerages, asset-based trucking companies looking to expand into brokerage, as well as technology companies looking to implement their product into the industry.

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A First-Hand Look at Berkshire Grey’s Warehouse Robotic Solutions

Logistics Viewpoints

The Boston area is a hub for warehouse robotics companies. Living and working in this area provides me with the opportunity to schedule site visits at many of these innovative firms. Most recently, I visited the Berkshire Grey (BG) corporate office for an in-depth discussion about the company’s business, followed by a tour of the Berkshire Grey Innovation Center.

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Per diem tax breaks just got a lot simpler -- and more valuable -- for owner-operators

Overdrive Online

New IRS guidance notes there will be no need for owner-operators to determine any percentage of meal purchases from a restaurant to reap savings with 100% deductible per diem through all of 2021 and 2022. Savings could top $1,000 annually.

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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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Video: What’s the ROI on fulfillment pack-out automation?

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

If your fulfillment operations process a high volume of orders, you might look to automation to improve efficiency and reduce costs. One of the areas that may deliver a solid ROI on automation is the pack-out process.

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Q3 industrial real estate data points to a potential record-setting 2021

Logistics Management

More than 137.9 million square-feet (MSF) of industrial product was leased, a new 2021 high, according to Data recently issued by Los Angeles-based industrial real estate firm JLL, in its “Q3 Industrial Report.

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Is it too Early For 2022 Predictions?

Logistics Viewpoints

With Christmas goods in stores before Halloween this year, I thought there was no reason that we shouldn’t also get a jump on 2022 predictions. Many major challenges of 2021—capacity constraints, ecommerce growth and driver shortage—are rolling over into 2022 and, in addition, the environment and machine learning are becoming more important for logistics and supply chain professionals.

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Four Steps to Building Better Supplier Relationships

Supply Chain Brain

It’s clear that we need a root-and-branch reimagining of supply chain models, to ensure that global trade can survive future crises like the one we’re enduring today.

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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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How to Make Your Multinational Company a Leader in Sustainable Shipping

Shipsta

How can you help your company place highly on sustainability rankings?

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Here's What Products You're Missing During the Supply Chain Crisis

Food Logistics

Supply chain disruptions are top of headlines this last year. But what exactly is missing from shelves or costing you extra due to the current crisis?

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DHL Global Connectedness Index highlights ongoing importance of globalization

Logistics Management

While the COVID-19 pandemic has, in some ways, fundamentally changed certain logistics processes and operations, due to the shifts it brought about in consumer behavior, and, more specifically, consumption and buying preferences, one area that remains on solid footing is globalization.

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Maersk expands contract options amid rumours it intends to shun forwarders

Supply Chain and Logistics

In this article Mike Wackett quotes actual evidence that Maersk is going to reject forwarder and broker business soon. We’ve been expecting this for some time, as Maersk has been touting their new software for door-to-door shipping arrangements.

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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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Omicron, Climate Change Threaten Christmas Tree Supply

Supply Chain Brain

Those people who start the Christmas season while clearing the Thanksgiving dishes might have the right idea.

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Supply Chain Disruption: How Covid-19 Started It All

Trinity Logistics

At the time this article is being published, it’s been 22 months, just shy of 2 years, with Covid-19. As time has passed and treatments and vaccines have become available, most (though not all) of life has returned to normal. A “new normal” as many now call it. In-person gatherings and events have returned, remote and flexible workstyles have become the new norm, kids are back in school, and online shopping and inflation have rapidly risen.

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Werner expands final mile portfolio with acquisition of NEHDS Logistics LLC

Logistics Management

Werner officials said that bringing NEHDS into the fold will allow it to integrate the company into its existing nationwide final mile home delivery network, for big and bulky products, and also provide current and existing customers with an expanded menu of service offerings.

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Berthing challenge for new transpac carriers arriving on the west coast

Supply Chain and Logistics

It seems that ocean carriers that own or have an interest in port terminals are getting preferentially served by those terminals. It’s what we would expect.

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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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Black Friday Spending Fell for the First Time Ever

Supply Chain Brain

Online spending totaled $8.9 billion on Black Friday, a number that was at the low end of expectations and slightly less than last year, according to the latest tally from the Adobe Digital Economy Index.

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Transportation Management Provider: How to Choose The Best One

Trinity Logistics

Using transportation management software (TMS) is a powerful way to gain control and visibility over your supply chain. But trying to decide which transportation management provider to use can be overwhelming. There are so many different software platforms available and providers who offer transportation management software. How can you choose the best software and provider option for you?

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The News that Shaped 2021

Logistics Management

Group news editor Jeff Berman takes us through the plethora of logistics- and supply chain-related news reported, written and posted by the Logistics Management editorial staff over the course of the past year.

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Port congestion cascades into intra-Asia services, disrupting container traffic

Supply Chain and Logistics

A sign of the disruption of container shipping processes is the dumping of cargo in Singapore. This article discusses some of the issues in East Asian ports.

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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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Localizing Your Supply Chain? Consider These Four Tips

Supply Chain Brain

Many organizations are shifting to localized sourcing, to overcome the delays and barriers that have emerged during the pandemic.

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How to set up an owner-operator business to file as an S Corp and save on self-employment tax

Overdrive Online

With owner-operator average income now topping $70K annualized, "we've set up a lot of S Corps this year," said ATBS. At that level, the S Corp structure really begins to make sense as a tax-savings and business management solution for a one-truck owner.

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National diesel average price per gallon is down for second straight week, reports EIA

Logistics Management

With a $0.004-cent decrease, the national average came in at $3.720 per gallon, following a $0.001-cent decrease, to $3.724, for the week of November 22. This marked the first decrease since the week of September 13, when the national average fell to $3.372, down from $3.373 the week of September 6.

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