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What’s Holding Back Customer-Centric Air Cargo?

Freightos

As the cream of air cargo’s innovators held turns on the floor, this question came up time and again. And, as if choreographed, speakers from startups, carriers, and forwarders brought up example after another of where the forces of change are finally breaking through. Spearheading Tech Innovation. By Etan Efrati, Freightos.

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This Week in Logistics News (February 11 – 17)

Logistics Viewpoints

From January 28 to February 4, a Chinese-operated high-altitude balloon was seen in North American airspace, including Alaska, western Canada, and the contiguous United States. A big story earlier this month was the reported Chinese spy balloon. On February 4, the U.S. Air Force shot down the balloon over U.S.

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The Importance of Transparency in Supply Chains

Enterra Insights

The article cites Dr. Darren Prokop, of the University of Anchorage Alaska, who explains supply chain visibility involves seeing “a particular activity with access to information at selected nodes.” Only Innovators are ready to share information about raw materials suppliers.” ”[3]. standards and certifications.

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Diversity of Supply Article – US centric

Claritum

For example, roughly 97% of the Fortune 500 companies set percentage or dollar goals on supplier diversity. Drivers including opening up new markets/customer groups, investors supporting initiatives for diversity, brand awareness and to encourage increased levels of innovation in their supply chain. Source unknown). 5 Tracking success.

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Minority Business Enterprises – Diversity of Supply Article

Claritum

For example, roughly 97% of the Fortune 500 companies set percentage or dollar goals on supplier diversity. Drivers including opening up new markets/customer groups, investors supporting initiatives for diversity, brand awareness and to encourage increased levels of innovation in their supply chain. Source unknown). 5 Tracking success.

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UPS Simple Rate Explained

Intelligent Audit

With this innovation, UPS allows shippers to mail packages up to 50 pounds without worrying about troublesome surcharges for delivery area and fuel. . UPS Simple Rate Pricing for Shipping from Contiguous States to Metropolitan Alaska and Hawaii. UPS Simple Rate Pricing for Shipping from Contiguous States to Rural Alaska and Hawaii.

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