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The Better Goal: More Fuel Efficient Trucks or Using Fewer Trucks?

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However, based on reviews of initial summaries, we do have concerns that the rule will push truckers to purchase technology that is not fully tested and may lead to costs such as maintenance and downtime that will eclipse the potential savings estimated in the proposal.”. The redesign has saved the company €1.2 million a year.

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Walmart: 3 Keys to Successful Supply Chain Management any Business Can Follow

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Not only has Walmart excelled over the decades in traditional supply chain management but with recent news as of late, Walmart is also focused on continuous improvement by investing more into emerging technologies to capture more of the e-commerce market as well as a focus on sustainability. Supply Chain Digest, July 26, 2012.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 7-11, 2013)

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Freight Shipments Rose 0.4% New Customer-Centric Solution from SAP to Help Retailers Improve Operations, Consumer Experience and Brand Perception. HighJump Software, TrueCommerce EDI Solutions Group Announces Strategic Partnership with AdvancePro Technologies. UPS Expands Expedited Ocean Freight Service To Mexico.