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National Logistics Day 2023

Enterra Insights

The flight between Dayton and Columbus dramatically increased the speed with which goods could be delivered in the U.S. By 1956, the first container ship sailed from the port of New Jersey to Texas. That includes packaging, warehousing, shipping, and more. Just 14 years later, the first air cargo flight took place in 1910.

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Stord Named a Top 40 Innovative Technology Company for Rapid Growth, Disrupting the Supply Chain Tech Market

Stord

“We are extremely grateful to be named to this prestigious list of the top innovative companies, and it’s an honor that we attribute to our customers’ success in using our solution to revolutionize the shipping industry.” and globally.

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America Adapting to Supply Chain Chaos

Operations and Supply Chain Management

With global cargo lanes clogged, businesses are turning to new ways to deliver goods. It’s been booming since,” says Joseph Nardone, president and chief executive officer of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority, which operates Rickenbacker. Share of Global Shipping Vessels Arriving on Time. Brendan Murray. in the U.K.

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Contracts, Cancellations, and Closures: Persistent Trends Leave a Pre-Peak Season Logistics Industry on Edge

Intelligent Audit

With peak shipping season just around the corner, the logistics industry is looking forward to a smoother supply chain than previous years have provided. is working to overhaul its extensive network of trucks, planes, trains, and ships–beginning with its relationships with the freight brokers that supply their transportation channels.

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Supply Chain Optimization 101: How to Best Harness the Power of Big Data

AFFLINK

Accenture Global Operations Megatrends Study” notes, “Big data is having an impact on organizations’ reaction time to supply chain issues (41%), increased supply chain efficiency of 10% or greater (36%), and greater integration across the supply chain (36%).”. The research report “Big Data Analytics in Supply Chain: Hype or Here to Stay?

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What to Do Now Before the Panama Canal Expands

CH Robinson Transportfolio

Shippers in Columbus, OH, will be in the battleground region of the United States, with ports on the East and West Coasts vying for their business. If costs were all that mattered, these shippers would route their products through the expanded Panama Canal to reach Columbus via rail from the New York-New Jersey port.

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Regional Parcel Carriers

The Logistics of Logistics

Although large carriers like UPS and FedEx are global and offer many options, regional parcel carriers occupy a significant niche in the industry. Through its shipping partnerships, it also offers shipping to California and Mexico. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, it emphasizes flexibility to meet customer requirements.