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Success in Retail Logistics with Mike Jarrett

The Logistics of Logistics

Prior to starting the company, Mike spent several years in the supply chain industry where he was Vice President of Carrier Operations for Hudson, Ohio–based Caliber Logistics (now known as FedEx Supply Chain Services). Mike and his wife Diane reside in Orrville, Ohio. Earlier in his career, he was a leader at Roadway Express.

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Overcoming Last Mile Hurdles with Luke Denny

The Logistics of Logistics

He is also a licensed CPA and previously spent 7 years in the accounting industry working for firms such as BDO. About FRAYT FRAYT is a last-mile on-demand delivery and logistics technology company that offers businesses professional, reliable on-demand shipping through an intuitive web platform, API, and mobile app.

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Supply Chain Planning Solutions are Not Just for the Big Boys

Logistics Viewpoints

Jeff Baker, Vice President of Shared Services at Myers Industries. Myers Industries Implements John Galt Solutions. Myers Industries (NYSE: MYE) is headquartered in Akron, Ohio in the United States. Myers Industries (NYSE: MYE) is headquartered in Akron, Ohio in the United States.

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Understand the Pitfalls of IBP Before Embarking on a Supply Chain Transformation

Logistics Viewpoints

The products that are produced by this make-to-order process come in a variety of shapes, colors, and sizes to fit the needs of a variety of different industries. GEON, headquartered in Westlake Ohio, has about 1000 employees. The company ships directly to customers and also to distributors. Mr. Herrin was a good fit.

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Supply Visibility: More Important Than Ever. Yet Elusive.

Supply Chain Shaman

Today, more than 1% of the world’s container ships are stuck off major ports. Warehouses are full–often with the wrong stuff resulting in the slowing of the forty million shipping containers around the world. Each year, in the countdown to the summit, we analyze the industry trends and celebrate the winners.

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Warehouse Labor Woes Are Worse than Ever

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The warehouse and transportation industry had a record 490,000 openings in July. Nevertheless, the 490,000 industry openings the Department of Labor reported clearly understates the number of warehouse workers needed. Across all industries, a record number of workers are quitting their jobs. The Warehouse Labor Shortage.

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Alternatives to UPS and FedEx

The Logistics of Logistics

Firstly, Pitt Ohio’ s services span across North America. Pitt Ohio’s LTL offers direct LTL delivery through 21 terminals in the mid-atlantic and midwest regions but has coverage through all of North America with the Reliance network. Lastly, US Cargo has locations in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.

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