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5 Lessons From Military Logistics with Kenneth Carter III

The Logistics of Logistics

Drawing from his military experience, Carter discusses five key lessons that can be applied to improve business operations and leadership, including the importance of flexibility, adaptability, scenario planning, strong leadership culture, effective processes, and training.

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The Internet of Trucking (IoT) with Tapan Chaudhari

The Logistics of Logistics

To be compliant, carriers had to install and train drivers to use an electronic logging device, which tracks the driver’s hours of service (HOS). The video can also be used for driver training and recording video of vehicle theft. Temperature sensors inside the trailer of temperature-controlled shipments.

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Breakbulk Americas with Jeff Tucker

The Logistics of Logistics

Jeff is the CEO of Tucker Company Worldwide , the oldest privately-held freight brokerage in North America, specializing in notoriously complicated freight, like temperature-controlled, oversized, and high-value, high-security shipments. This type of cargo is transported by utilizing specialized vessels, train wagons, trucks or aircrafts.

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5 Reasons to Leave Your 3PL with Shane Hanson

The Logistics of Logistics

Their facility spans 114,000 square feet and is climate-controlled, maintaining temperatures of 65o – 68o and 40% – 60% humidity. The company is dedicated to continuous improvement and invests in ongoing training and development for its employees to stay ahead of industry trends and best practices.

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Five Keys to Cold Chain Success with Tyler Hildebrand

The Logistics of Logistics

A cold chain is a temperature-controlled supply chain for perishable food products, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals in order to maintain their quality and increase their shelf-life. Food that require temperature control for safety (Example: beef). Refrigerated storage refers to the storing of goods in a reduced temperature atmosphere.

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DHL Global Forwarding Combats Covid-19 with Charter Flights and Trains

Airfreight Logistics

Additionally, the capacities for complete trains on the New Silk Road have almost doubled in recent weeks. Over three weeks, more than 100 pallets of temperature-controlled medicine were delivered daily to China. Furthermore, a special unit load device cover designed to control temperature during transport saved valuable time.

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3PL Basics: The 11 Transportation Services with Jeremy Thone

The Logistics of Logistics

Refrigerated ships (reefers) are cargo ships used to transport temperature-controlled transportation, mostly fruits, meat, fish, vegetables, dairy products, and other foodstuffs. Rail transport utilizes freight trains to haul cargo. Freight trains are very efficient, with economies of scale and good energy efficiency.

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