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This Week in Logistics News (August 4-8, 2014)

Talking Logistics

At the top of my family tree, the one planted here after my parents arrived from Cuba, youll find a small bodega nestled in the branches. ARI and Fidelitone Logistics Partner to Deliver Unified eCommerce and Supply Chain Solutions. Robinson Reports Second Quarter Results.

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This Week in Logistics News (February 9-13, 2015)

Talking Logistics

With more than 30 cargo ships anchored offshore, countless supply chains scrambling, and the prospect of a $2 billion per day hit on the U.S. This model, which first gained traction in the United States, is now spreading to other regions, and TMC has played a big part in this expansion. billion of freight under management.”

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If You Can’t Stand the Fire, then Tame It: Chef José Andrés and Supply Chain Management

Elementum

However, it’s his humanitarian efforts that can teach us a lot about supply chain management. A Source of Inspiration In the constant chaos that is supply chains these days, it’s often difficult to find good news. If you’re like me, then some good news – supply chain or not – is always welcome. Things are bad.

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Hurricane Irma: What We Know So Far

Elementum

Irma may also hit Cuba and the Bahamas over the weekend. Florida residents stocked up on essential supplies over Labor Day weekend, with emergency generators, plywood, and potable water already being reported in shortage. The Florida Keys may see the hurricane approaching late on Saturday, September 9 or early on Sunday, September 10.

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This Week in Logistics News (September 7-11, 2015)

Talking Logistics

Remembering 9/11 seems more important to me, even if it doesn’t directly relate to supply chain and logistics. Have we succeeded in creating ‘air-tight’ supply chains? And despite all the advances in technology, supply chains are still plagued by incomplete, inaccurate, and late information. That was eight years ago.

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Navigating Russian Sanctions

Exiger Perspectives

Sanctions Overview: the Weaponization of Sanctions Economic Sanctions are far from a modern concept: the United States’ embargo of Cuba began in 1958. Supply Chain Explorer , the world’s first single-click supply chain risk detection SaaS platform. Learn more about Exiger’s sanctions screening and compliance services.]

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5 Timely Books for Summer 2023.and More

American Global Logistics

Sheffi’s title is an apt metaphor for how today’s supply chains function. He compares supply chains to conveyor belts. Namely, the supply chain represents a continuous flow of data, information, money, and products. Also, like conveyor belts, supply chains strive to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and improve safety.