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This Week in Logistics News (January 6 – 12)

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Nick Saban shook the college football world when he announced his retirement from Alabama. In all, Saban led Alabama to 6 national titles in a 17-year coaching career at the university. DHL Group does not operate ships but it uses them to transport containers. Jobs in the warehouse sector were down 4,900 jobs.

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What Should I Look for in an eCommerce 3PL?

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An unorganized warehouse facility leads to delays, mistakes, and ultimately an inadequate representation of your business. Your 3PL provider should also follow safety guidelines to protect client inventory, warehouse workers, and consumers. Multiple warehousing locations. Organization and Safety. Customer Service.

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Top 3 Benefits of Intermodal Shipping

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Intermodal shipping refers to using more than one mode of transportation, such as truck, rail, or ship, to transport goods from a shipper to consignee. Businesses turn to intermodal shipping for long-distance transportation as it uses multiple shipping methods. What is Intermodal Shipping?

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This Week in Logistics News (April 8 – 14)

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More than 70 percent of Toyota Motor Manufacturing , Alabama’s power will soon be generated by the sun. Today, Huntsville Utilities, Toyota Alabama and Toyota Tsusho America, Inc. to make two emerging technologies part of its transportation operations: battery-electric and autonomous vehicles.

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BR Williams’ ISO 9001 Certification Journey: ISO 9001 Quality Management Certified

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This Alabama-based enterprise has undergone a remarkable transformation over the decades, from building its first warehouse in 1994 to evolving into a powerhouse in the logistics industry. With standardized procedures, businesses can reduce the likelihood of errors in order processing, inventory management, and shipment handling.

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ScottsMiracle-Gro Improves Distribution System in Sustainability and Customer Service

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warehouse will be added to The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s operation in Lebanon, Conn. By installing a warehouse in this region, the Company expects to improve its environmental footprint by reducing the number of miles traveled within its distribution network while also reducing costs and improving its customer service levels.

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Dedication to Career, Life and Family

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I was in the Alabama National Guard and the California National Guard. RT: While I was in the military, I was a transportation and logistics officer. Being an officer in the transportation and logistics field, I was given the opportunity to perform different jobs, missions and convoys. SCN: Can you talk more about your service?