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7 Reasons Panama is the Latin American Supply Chain Capital with Demo Perez

The Logistics of Logistics

02:19] What was your first job in logistics? 03:52] You’re the General Manager of Logistics Services Panama. We’re not only crossing ships, but servicing them as well. It’s growing and has allowed us to develop the infrastructure needed for logistics. My main role is to promote the hub that Panama offers to the world. [02:19]

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Navigating Uncharted Waters: SMB Importers, 2024 and Red Sea Crisis Lessons

Freightos

A significant majority – 70% – reported a return to normalcy in logistics operations, with 40% experiencing conditions that were even better than those they experienced pre-pandemic. The decrease in logistics costs led 35% of importers to lower their product prices, possibly contributing to the easing of inflation rates.

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Flexibility in the Face of Uncertainty

Freightos

Most recently, the recent disruptions in the Red Sea that saw ocean freight rates from China to Europe by over 190% and saw transit times lengthen, sea-air services offered a strategic advantage for logistics professionals able to remain agile, by watching trends and jumping at opportunities to ensure a resilient supply chain.

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What Shippers and Retailers Need to Know for Peak Season Planning 2022

The Logistics of Logistics

When asked what peak season is, it’s easy to assume the holidays are the only peak shipping season. However, four shipping seasons occur throughout the year and are often regular and expected. That was the case until the ongoing disruptions of the past few years changed the shipping game. Q2: The Produce Shipping Season.

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What Makes a Superior TMS Solution Product Demo?

Supply Chain Collaborator

Do you know why everyone hates technology solution product demos? Making matters worse, solutions for enterprise-level businesses (like supply chain logistics IT solutions) are complex applications covering a broad array of business processes and functions. He agrees with the assessments of other members of the team.

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Unlocking Shipping Potential: The Importance of Effective Fleet Management

Locus

This is achieved through sophisticated tracking and oversight mechanisms, transforming the potentially chaotic world of fleet logistics into a well-oiled machine. For any shipping and logistics organization, a comprehensive fleet management strategy coupled with cutting-edge technological solutions is non-negotiable.

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Red Sea and Suez Canal Shipping Crisis Update

Freightos

More Resources Home Red Sea and Suez Canal Shipping Crisis Update Judah Levine Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Even with an international naval force in place, Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea continue.

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