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Countdown to Black Friday: Are You an Easy Target for Cargo Theft?

Talking Logistics

As shoppers count down the days until they can score deals on the hottest products, cargo thieves are counting on cashing in on opportunities to swipe unattended trailers and shipments. The industry experiences more cargo theft incidents when there is a higher volume of consumer goods moving through the supply chain.

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Pandemic Lessons For Supply Chain Leaders

Supply Chain Shaman

While prior risk management disruptions occurred and quickly established a new normal, in the COVID-19 pandemic, the only normal is constant change. With the contraction of air capacity and the unprecedented level of imports to the United States from Asia, logistics constraints grew in importance in the pandemic.

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This Week in Logistics News (August 29 -September 2, 2016)

Talking Logistics

market, and as reported by the Wall Street Journal yesterday: Since the shipping company filed for bankruptcy protection in a Seoul court Wednesday, terminal operators, ports, cargo handlers, truckers and others have refused to handle its cargo, for fear they won’t get paid. Hanjin handles about 7.8 That is causing turmoil at U.S.

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The Essential Guide to Shipping Manifests for Ecommerce (and How ShipBob Can Help)

ShipBob

No one would really know what was on any cargo ship until they opened each individual package. This would severely slow down the shipping and distribution process, increase the risk of damage or loss, and compromise the stability of an entire supply chain.

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6 Emerging Trends In Supply Chain and A Deeper Look into Driverless Vehicles

GlobalTranz

To be able to deal with tariffs and customs, many supply chain companies have partnered with third-party logistics providers who help them manage in-country transportation, distribution, and warehousing. Management Professionals in Supply Chains. Stagnation of Air Cargo and Sea Freight Rates. Managing Risk.

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Delivering Land Cargo On-Time Despite Labour Shortages!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Fortunately, strategic planning can help you deliver your land cargo on-time , despite the abundant labor shortages. Low Land Cargo Capacity. Solutions for On-Time Land Cargo Delivery. Adapting to challenges and demands is part of the logistics industry. Consult with a Third-Party Logistics Provider.

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Logistics Responses to Europe’s Migrant Crisis

TMC

Another mitigating strategy is to use transportation management system (TMS) technology to manage migrant-related supply chain risks on a number of fronts. The ability to re-route cargo dynamically is a critical resource in an uncertain operating environment. migrants) on the trailer.