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This Week in Logistics News (August 19-23, 2013)

Talking Logistics

I went to Home Depot earlier this week to return a purchase, and the customer in front of me wanted to exchange a defective power tool with the same model, but he couldn’t find any on the shelf even though the store’s inventory system said 5 units were in stock. UPS Expands Logistics Reach To Meet Emerging Demand In China.

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Transportation Optimization: The Key to Weathering Droughts, Disasters and Other Disruptions

BlueYonder

This blog was co-written by Chirag Modi , Corporate Vice President, Industry Strategy – Supply Chain Execution and 3PL Global Lead, and Jen McQuiston , Product Marketing Director. Network modeling capabilities help create a logistics framework that makes foundational business sense, while also delivering flexibility.

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Driverless Trucks, China, COVID and the Future of the Supply Chain

Turvo

Although not ideal, we packed her up and planned to enjoy a post-baby getaway.with our new baby. A consultant, a tech wizard, a VP at a large Transportation company, and an ex-freight broker turned, a strategic sourcing specialist, turned HR consultant, mother of 3, trying to navigate her next career phase. The blue dot (i.e.

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The Increasing Role of Climate Change in Supply Chain Disruptions

NC State SCRC

Major supply chain disruptions due to weather related incidents are on the rise, and one can’t dismiss these as a “once in a century” event any more. The shortages in PVC and other materials are even shutting down automotive production lines, as well as other manufacturers that I’ve been speaking with.

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Ecommerce COVID-19 Advice: How to Manage Online Sales During COVID-19 [New Tips Updated Weekly]

ShipBob

Being able to connect with them has helped keep our customers purchasing.” Dana mentioned, “If your audience has purchased from you before and likes you, they will buy from you now to get you cash — especially if they get a discount.”. Fernanda Gomez Ocejo: Director of Supply Chain at Open Water. Join the Next Live Call.