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No, AI has not killed supply chain management

Supply Chain Movement

But the next time might be an earthquake in Japan, an economic downturn due to a financial crisis, a volcano in Iceland, new trade tariff wars, or even a major global waterway closure. university masters programs in supply chain in its ranking grow 170% from 2016 to 2020. . A Seat at the Table.

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How To Make Your Ecommerce Eco-Friendly

ShipBob

Freight movement is the fastest-growing source of greenhouse gas emissions with last-mile freight a major contributor to local air pollution. Though a 2020 survey found that customers are most likely to return to a brand for the product’s quality, sustainable business practices came in at second. . Blue Lagoon: a skincare brand.

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FedEx Announces New March 2022 International Shipping Surcharges

Intelligent Audit

While all major carriers have implemented surcharges since March 2020, FedEx has now taken another step forward by implementing surcharge hikes across pre-eminent international O/D pairs. The new peak surcharges for FedEx Express parcel and freight services, effective March 7, 2022 , are as follows. per pound or $1.50 per kilogram.