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Preemptive Transformation: Fix It Before It Breaks – Lessons Learned From Southwest Airlines

Arena Solutions

1 Two of Southwest’s biggest hubs, Chicago and Denver, were hit hard by the storm leaving passengers with no way to connect to other flights or accommodations. References 1. The weather led to widespread flight cancellations for Southwest Airlines—more than 90% according to FlightAware, a flight tracking website.

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How to Move Forward with Reverse Logistics

Talking Logistics

Reverse logistics is the invariable result of unintended consequences, which are typically referred to as “over, short and damaged” (OS&D). Additionally, Mr. Bentz is an adjunct professor in supply chain in the graduate transportation program at the University of Denver and a member of the board of directors.

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Van Rates Adjust to Changing Holiday Demand

DAT Solutions

Most of the big increases last week were out of Denver , where the average outbound rate jumped up 7%. Denver is what we typically refer to as a backhaul market, though, meaning that outbound loads usually pay a lot less than inbound loads. Denver to Phoenix rose 19¢ to $1.52/mile. RISING LANES.

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Van Freight Rates Fall 2¢, but Demand Is Up in the Northwest

DAT Solutions

Reference rates include fuel surcharges but not accessorial or other fees. Ordinarily, you might turn down a load from Chicago to Denver, because outbound rates in Denver are never good. Today, you might take it – but create a TriHaul route to get you out of Denver without losing your shirt. DAT TriHaul of the Week.

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Director of Fulfillment: Salary, Growth, Tips, & More

ShipBob

Distributed inventory refers to the strategic splitting of inventory across different fulfillment centers , to physically place inventory closer to major metropolises (such as New York, Dallas, San Francisco, Denver, or Los Angeles).

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Freight Availability Remains High, Despite Declines

DAT Solutions

Reference rates (above) include fuel surcharges but not accessorial or other fees. TriHaul: Minneapolis - Denver - Rapid City. mile for a van load from Minneapolis to Denver – but the return trip is a dreaded “buck-a-mile backhaul” at $1.06/mile, Rate trends out of Philadelphia were mixed. You can get $2.63/mile

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Activant Anticipates More Virtual Collaboration in B2B Distribution

Supply Chain Network

According to James Davis, president of Industrial Specialties Manufacturing of Denver, Colo., “We found Summit very informative, the presenters well prepared, and the content relevant to our current business needs. ” Added William Foster, IT manager at Packard Inc. © 2011 Activant Solutions Inc.