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Redefining Freight Brokerage with Nick Jensen

The Logistics of Logistics

Nick earned a Bachelor of Enterprise Management from University of Tennessee. By bringing shippers, carriers, and warehouses together on a connected platform, Loadsmart is helping to solve deep-rooted inefficiencies in transportation. Loadsmart is a Chicago-based freight tech company founded in 2014. About Loadsmart.

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This Week in Logistics News (March 28 – April 1, 2016)

Talking Logistics

2014: Facebook, Google, and eBay Announce “Internet of Lost Things” Partnership. Lawsuit accuses Target of not paying overtime to some warehouse workers (Reuters). Cloud Logistics Partners With The University Of Tennessee – Knoxville To Enhance Supply Chain Technology Education.

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Supply Chain Matters News Capsule Update- March 28 2024

Supply Chain Matters

National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) announced that European headquartered Volkswagen and the UAW have agreed to hold a vote on the union’s bid to organize the automaker’s plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The voting is currently scheduled for the period of April 17 to 19.

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Addressing Talent Acquisition in Supply Chain Management

RFgen

For example, according to a 2015 report from the American Trucking Associations, the industry saw a shortage of 38,000 truck drivers in 2014. ALSO READ: 4 Strategies for Finding the Best Warehouse Employees ». ALSO READ: 4 Things to Expect When Hiring Millennial Warehouse Managers ». Spread Influence Early.

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Addressing Talent Acquisition in Supply Chain Management

RFgen

For example, according to a 2015 report from the American Trucking Associations, the industry saw a shortage of 38,000 truck drivers in 2014. ALSO READ: 4 Strategies for Finding the Best Warehouse Employees ». ALSO READ: 4 Things to Expect When Hiring Millennial Warehouse Managers ». Spread Influence Early.

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36 innovative companies re-inventing and rethinking supply chain and logistics

6 River Systems

With how quickly new technology, tips and warehouse management techniques are emerging, wouldn’t it be nice to take a page from someone else’s book? Boot Barn @bootbarn In 2016, Boot Barn improved operations at its distribution center in Fontana, California by implementing HighJump’s Warehouse Advantage WMS.

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Top 25 3PL warehousing companies in 2020 (by revenue)

6 River Systems

Third-party logistics companies ( 3PLs ) specialize in distribution, warehousing and fulfillment services. Today, there are many top 3PL warehousing companies that handle warehousing, fulfillment, logistics and distribution services for companies of all sizes. Revenue: €63.3 billion/$72.43