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[INFOGRAPHIC] The History of Shipping Containers

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The Freightos System is SaaS for freight contract management, automatic price quotations, and business intelligence. There are two ways to view the History of Shipping Containers. Below, you can also view the history of shipping containers in one infographic. Malcom McLean and the History of Shipping Containers.

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Where have all the Truckers Gone? 10 Strategies for Shippers to Fight the Capacity and Trucker Shortage

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will face shortages in trucking resources again , predominatly a trucker shortage, in the near future due to an array of developments that may cause shippers to find loads left on the ground, shipping costs rapidly escalating, and shrinking profit margins that stun stakeholders. 2009 was an exception due to the 2008–2009 recession.)

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The Changing Relationship Between LTL Carriers and 3PLs

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On July 30 th , I hosted a webinar where my friend and colleague, Erik Malin gave a presentation on the changing relationship between the LTL carriers and 3PLs. LTL Carriers and 3PL Changes: My Takeaways from the Webinar. The LTL carriers are getting good freight from 3PLs, so the relationship is working in many ways.

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What is the Hyperconnected Era & “The Internet Of Things” and What does it Have to Do with Manufacturing & Logistics?

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Ashton talked in depth about IoT to the RFIDJournal.com in 2009″ “Today computers – and, therefore, the internet – are almost wholly dependent on human beings for information. ” Ashton added that IoT had grown a lot since 2009, but he claimed it has still has much further to go.

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The LTL Market now Belongs to the Carriers: Shippers Must Know how to Level the Playing Field

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Whereas 2009 saw the control of transportation industry profits in the hands of the shippers, two years later a shift occurred in the favor of carriers. At the same time customers wanted their goods shipped for less, partly due to the recession and partly due to the demand shippers had to move goods. Recession for Goods Distribution.

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The Holidays and The Logistics Crunch: It’s all about the Planning & a Fun Comparison of Logistics & A Successful Turkey Day!

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As we see this year, there are more cars on the road (meaning carriers want that attractive freight), and we are also seeing tight capacity. Don't let the bird not be the star of the show, make sure your freight is ready to go! That’s not just good news for consumers; capacity is opening up for freight carriers.

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7 Distribution Operations Issues Highlighted in Industrial Distribution’s 68th Annual Survey

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These can include product training, on-site repair, or any other niche the company can offer as a caveat to their shipping services. Shipping, at 69%, remains the front-runner in terms of what services distributors offer for a fee. Technical support and delivery time both scored at over 60%, as well. Employment.

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