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From Globalization to Glocalization

Enterra Insights

But as the costs of transportation increase, the length of supply lines is beginning to decrease. The causes are myriad, including rising labor costs, geopolitical considerations, rising transportation costs, and increased risks of supply chain disruptions. As a result, globalization is beginning to look more like regionalization.”[1]

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Did the Pandemic Derail the Smart Cities Movement?

Enterra Insights

The staff at the Cleveland Clinic explains, “Your spinal cord is a cylindrical structure that runs through the center of your spine, from your brainstem to your low back. ” Margetts adds, “Optimized services and innovative devices enhance city transportation. 2] Staff, “ Spinal Cord ,” Cleveland Clinic. [3]

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This Week in Logistics News (October 28 – November 3)

Logistics Viewpoints

Back then, the idea was to pick up local volumes from a retailer’s fulfillment center in the wee hours of the morning, transport the goods in time for UPS’ morning presort process and then deliver them to consignees the same day. The auctions are generally won by LNG or LPG carriers. 31 news release.

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Freight Market Update and Q2 Trucking Outlook

Zipline Logistics

“The markets with the largest gains this week in OTVI.USA were Laredo, Texas (12.07%) Memphis, Tennessee (5.37%) and Cleveland (5.08%). The Consumer Brands Association (CBA) released a study citing that they expect CPG purchases to decelerate between 1-2% in 2021 compared to 2020. and seems to be stable.

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Examples of How Supplier Quality Management System Implementations Pay Off

GlobalTranz

We conclude our series on supplier quality management (SQM) today with a look at some case studies and examples of benefits derived from the application of a supplier quality management system. We deal with our suppliers of transportation on a daily basis: our select carrier partners. All key Suppliers are called into your operation.

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Freeports: The 2022 Guide

Unleashed

Each of these freeports is an important logistical, transportation, and trade area offering a competitive advantage to businesses that operate within them. Singapore’s strategic location along the world’s major trade, shipping and aviation routes makes it an important global transport network – and one of the world’s most connected countries.