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Shipping Containers and Supply Chain Snarls: Is There a Way Out?

Enterra Insights

It used to take two days to get cargo off the docks. He says it’s the antiquated booking system that’s gumming up the works. Marketing expert Robby Pedraza explains, “During World War II, standard sized shipping containers were developed to ship military cargo to the front lines. Now, it takes nine. ”[4].

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Pandemic Lessons For Supply Chain Leaders

Supply Chain Shaman

The focus of the transportation suites was on cost mitigation and price negotiation. More and more cargo shifted to ocean transport until the container imbalances resulted in issues with “rolling the freight” from ship to ship despite confirmed bookings. Availability of logistics was always assumed.

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Common Trucking Terms: Deadhead, Backhaul and Headhaul

Freight Center

Deadhead refers to when a truck driver is returning with an empty trailer. Here’s the dilemma – a truck goes from point A to point B with a full truck load of cargo and unloads their cargo but the return trip from point B to point A (backhaul) needs to have full cargo too in order to optimize every transit load and maximize capacity.

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The $30 Billion Secret: How Amazon’s Logistics Saves You Time & Money

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Services by Amazon Here are some of the key services offered by Amazon: General public: Amazon.com – an e-commerce platform offering a diverse selection of products such as books, electronics, apparel, and groceries. From books and electronics to clothing and groceries, Amazon offers an unparalleled selection of items to its customers.

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The Impact of SOLAS on Ocean Shipping and Data Management

Talking Logistics

The revised Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) container weight verification requirement is a significant change in the ocean cargo supply chain. In regard to rolling out the regulation in practice, multiple considerations remain depending on the type of cargo and other factors. The Regulation’s Impact on Ocean Shipping and Data Management.

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This Week in Logistics News (January 25-29, 2016)

Talking Logistics

After receiving the package, the delivery receptacle transports the package to a secure location, such as into a garage. Robinson announced that it opened “a new state of the art certified cargo screening facility (CCSF) in Carson, CA.” Once cargo is screened, it can be quickly transferred to or from the airlines.”

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Finding Expedited Freight Solutions for CPG Shippers’ Critical Moves

Zipline Logistics

While most shippers do not look to expedited freight services as a sustainable shipping option, unforeseen or highly critical moves occur, leaving brands with no choice but to utilize the hasty transportation mode. Expedited freight refers to the process of transporting your orders with quicker than typical transit times.

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