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The Evolution of Warehousing with Joe Oliaro

The Logistics of Logistics

Hailing from the vibrant City of Fountains (Kansas City Metropolitan Area), he brings a wealth of experience and a knack for navigating the intricate landscape of #raas, #fulfillment, #contractlogistics, #logisticsservices, #supplychainstrategy, and #supplychainsolutions.

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Making the Small Town Leap

BlueYonder

I was born and raised in a rural, small town in Kansas, attended Kansas State University and moved to Dallas after college. I do agree and I think the 3PL industry is even more male-dominated than most industries which can add some challenges. Laura with her husband Matt and daughter Teagan. Tell us a little about yourself.

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This Week in Logistics News (July 14-18, 2014)

Talking Logistics

Moving on to 3PL news, FedEx was indicted by the Justice Department for shipping packages from illegal online pharmacies despite being warned from U.S. ” This announcement highlights several important trends in the 3PL industry. First, the ongoing push by 3PLs to develop and expand industry-specific solutions.

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Rapidly Rising Minimum Wages Will Significantly Increase Your Warehouse and 3PL Costs: Effective Strategies to Combat Their Impact on Your Bottom Line

GlobalTranz

and Kansas City, MO. . How will this Impact my Business and 3PL Costs? If you are outsourcing to a 3PL expect a series of potential increases in 3PL costs starting the first of the year, followed by a mid-year increase in 2016 and large annual increases for the next four years. a katz / Shutterstock.com.

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Making the Small Town Leap

BlueYonder

I was born and raised in a rural, small town in Kansas, attended Kansas State University and moved to Dallas after college. I do agree and I think the 3PL industry is even more male-dominated than most industries which can add some challenges. Laura with her husband Matt and daughter Teagan. Tell us a little about yourself.

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This Week in Logistics News (February 18-22, 2013)

Talking Logistics

transport companies are cashing in on the Mexico trade boom, if you are a 3PL or transportation company and you’re not involved in cross-border shipping with Mexico, then you are missing out on a growing business. As I stated back in December , in response to a Reuters article highlighting how U.S.

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The Definitive Guide on Produce Season Transportation Impacts

Zipline Logistics

As the center of the dustbowl during the early 20 th century, Kansas has a long history of agriculture in the United States. Kansas’ produce season transportation spikes influence freight capacity and rates in early summer continuing through August. Prepare for Produce Shipping Season, Work with an Expert 3PL.