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Charity Champions: Specialized Trucking and a Mission with Joyce Brenny

The Logistics of Logistics

Brenny shares insights into her Minnesota-based company, which hauls unique freight like granite for the Smithsonian and steel bases for windmills, and how they support their drivers through transparent lease purchase programs and customized trucks. We also delve into the mission of the St.

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Show Me the Money: MH&L’s 2018 Salary Survey

Material Handling and Logistics

Our annual salary survey reveals that the typical material handling and logistics professional earns $93,697. The single biggest challenge facing the industry is lack of qualified workers in all aspects of logistics.” And what does this “typical material handling and logistics manager” look like? Show me the money.”.

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The Role of Flower Logistics in Valentine’s Day 2025: Ensuring Freshness for a Record-Breaking Season

MTS Logistics

Based on an annual survey of the National Retail Federation released in January 2025, American consumers are expected to spend a record $27.5 The floral industry encounters one of its busiest seasons with 40% of shoppers planning to purchase flowers this Valentines Day. billion on Valentines Day this year, with $2.9

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Alleviating the Uncertainty of Peak Season: The Role of Home Delivery in 2024

Logistics Viewpoints

When shoppers were asked what would put them off making more ecommerce purchases in the future, 21% indicated they’d had negative delivery experiences, 20% said deliveries were not reliable, and 17% were dissatisfied with the delivery process. Similarly, maintaining a strong chain of custody (e.g.,

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The Amazon-Effect Survey: How Does Customer Experience Affect Your Supply Chain?

Turvo

Take the Survey. In pursuit of helping businesses put their supply chains at the heart of customer experience, we’ve put together a market survey to poll industry professionals. As an exchange for survey participants’ time, Turvo will provide a complimentary report to those who complete the poll. appeared first on Turvo.

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BigCommerce survey reveals what e-commerce shoppers want

Supply Chain and Logistics

That’s the biggest motivator – like good logistics pros they are looking at total landed cost. Apparently, the most-purchased e-commerce items are fashion products. People want free shipping. It’s more important than discounts. Knowing what consumers seem to want should … Continue reading →

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The Power of Purchase Order Collaboration: A Game-Changer in Managing Direct Spend

Logistics Viewpoints

It is crucial for organizations to understand the importance of Purchase Order collaboration to effectively manage their direct spend, optimize operations, and mitigate risks. The post The Power of Purchase Order Collaboration: A Game-Changer in Managing Direct Spend appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.