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Three reasons why Data Clouds are a game-changer for supply chain

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Reason One: Data Sharing On a tour of the American West during the height of his popularity, humor-columnist Dave Barry offered up this indelible memory of his travel through America’s 43rd state: “It seems that most of Idaho…is outdoors.” Still true! Also true for your supply chain — and especially your supply chain data.

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Three reasons why Data Clouds are a game-changer for supply chain

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Reason One: Data Sharing On a tour of the American West during the height of his popularity, humor-columnist Dave Barry offered up this indelible memory of his travel through America’s 43rd state: “It seems that most of Idaho…is outdoors.”. Still true! Also true for your supply chain — and especially your supply chain data.

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Halloween Candy – A Scary Supply Chain Planning Problem

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In the interactive “ Top Halloween Candy by State ” map, CandyStore.com shows my beloved candy corn is the favorite candy for trick-or-treaters in Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Iowa, Michigan and Alabama. Non-planned events happen. I have to believe dentists see this number as both scary and job security.

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Hanjin, Hurricanes, Harvests May Boost Truckload Rates

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Some recent events signal that rate increases could be only weeks away. Weather Events, at Home and Abroad. In addition to the profound -- and sometimes tragic -- impact of these storms on local residents, major weather events often cause delays and frustrations for supply chain managers. filed for bankruptcy on August 31st.

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Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) International Roadcheck Annual 3-Day Enforcement Event to Take Place June 2-4, 2015

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What is The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance International Roadcheck Event and Why is it Being Held? CVSA is holding an event to kick off the 28th annual International Roadcheck on June 2, 2015, near the Washington-Idaho state border at 10:00 am.

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Freight Gathers Strength in Early November, Led by Western Region

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Weather events , including flooding in Louisiana and the Carolinas, which generate demand for emergency relief, followed by construction supplies and equipment. Strong produce harvests , with declines in California being offset by strong numbers elsewhere. Some economic improvement , as indicated in recent ISM and other reports.

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How Locally Grown Products are Disrupting F&B Manufacturing

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Some examples include sugar from Michigan grown sugar beets, cereals from midwest grain producing states, and potato products from Idaho grown potatoes. For years, major food manufacturers have capitalized on certain regional events and issues to sell products. What is the General Perception of Locally Grown Products?