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This Week in Logistics News (April 29 – May 5)

Logistics Viewpoints

But I also found it interesting that Dick Morley , the father of the PLC (programmable logic controllers to you non-geeks), organized geek pride days in New Hampshire as early as 2001. Why do I find this interesting? Well, ARC Advisory Group , the owner of Logistics Viewpoints, has been conducting research on the PLC market for decades.

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LTL Carrier Profile: UPS Freight

The Logistics of Logistics

The company was based in Seattle, Washington and was originally called American Messenger Company. In 2001, UPS acquired Mail Boxes Etc., UPS also has guaranteed day-definite delivery and expedited services. LTL Carrier Profile: UPS Freight History. UPS was founded in 1907 by James Casey. The Mail Boxes Etc.,

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Added Developments on Perceptions Focused on Boeing Management

Supply Chain Matters

Others speculate the move represents another cost-cutting effort, similar to when the company sold-off its Seattle commercial aircraft headquarters and move to Chicago in 2001. Boeing President and CEO David Calhoun indicated to reporters that this move makes sense given the proximity to customers and stakeholders.