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5 Reasons Why Carriers Are Customer-Obsessed

Freightos

Open up LinkedIn and check out the profile of senior salesperson at a freight forwarder or carrier and you’ll probably see several top-tier providers as previous employers. But, increasingly, a carrier’s customer relationship is being built by the brand , which explains their newfound obsession with customers. The Game Changed.

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The Data Behind Amazon’s Logistics and Fulfillment Play

Freightos

Consumer retail may have taken the first hit, but customer expectations are upping the ante in every vertical. Not even B2B is spared from these changing expectations (which is why we at Freightos launched an online freight marketplace ). And As For Global Freight…. Let’s Talk About Boats, Ships, and Trucks. Source: Amazon.com.

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Logistics Report: Forecasting More Shipping Delays; Cargo Swamps Airports; Alibaba’s Shifting Compet ition

Operations and Supply Chain Management

Freight heavyweight J.B. Hunt’s third-quarter earnings signal a strong market for freight operators, but increasingly restrained economic forecasts suggest clouds on the horizon. PHOTO: KARIM SAHIB/AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE/GETTY IMAGES. For further assistance, please contact Customer Service at sup?port Advertisement.

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The Ultimate Guide to Contract Logistics: What You Need to Know

SCMDOJO

Additionally, its strategic location in proximity to Germany, France, and the UK adds to its appeal. They optimize routes, consolidate shipments, manage freight rates, track shipments, and ensure timely and secure delivery. Financial Stability: Consider the financial stability and reputation of the contract logistics provider.

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Network Design: the 5 good questions to ask

KEPLER Consulting

Being closest to the consumer, providing quick and customized service at the lowest cost… many challenges that put high pressure on logistics networks and force players to rethink their organization. These cost gaps are partly due to specific services offered by the different brands. How many warehouses and where to place them?

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1001 Networks Offers Delivery Solutions! (Sponsored)

Supply Chain Game Changer

This site, which operates out of Antibes, France allows people to take control over their business’ shipping and delivery needs. Right on the homepage of the website , people can see real customer reviews of companies. In addition, the site takes customer service into consideration with this algorithm.

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This Week in Logistics News (January 22 – 28)

Logistics Viewpoints

The shift to electric vehicles also aligns with FedEx’s commitment to enhancing its services and solutions in India, offering customers connectivity and access to global markets, while helping safeguard the health of the planet. GE Appliances is piloting an autonomous electric vehicle for material runs.