The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 24, 2013

The other operating units are: Menlo Worldwide Logistics and Con-Way Truckload. Menlo Worldwide Logistics is Con-Way’s supply chain division. The company was founded by Leland James in Portland, Oregon. The post LTL Carrier Profile: Con-Way Freight appeared first on The Logistics of Logistics. Con-Way Inc.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

Thanks to omni-channel distribution, 3-D printing, self-service logistics and other avenues of disintermediation, traditional supply chain roles are rapidly being transformed into all-new opportunities. UPS’ eBike electric bike program, activated in Portland, Ore., Self-Service Logistics. Several major U.S. Media Type.

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Material Handling & Logistics

AUGUST 18, 2018

Portland, Ore., And in July 2018, Seattle imposed the first U.S. ban on straws, following the lead of Vancouver a few months earlier. There are also active attempts to prohibit straws in New York City, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco.

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3PL Insights

JULY 20, 2020

E-commerce continues to see substantial growth year-over-year, being the force driving the industrial and logistics industry. According to the “Industrial and Logistics: 2020 Real Estate Market Outlook” from CBRE, there is higher-than-average lease renewal rate in areas of low vacancy. Louis and Tampa.

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

AWESOME was founded five years ago by Ann Drake, CEO of DSC Logistics, with the objective of advancing women’s leadership in supply chain. Thinking there was no way that my second Symposium could top the first, I traveled to Portland, for the 2016 event at Nike headquarters. I quickly learned how wrong I was!

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crisp

JUNE 20, 2024

Born out of a chain of Portland-based teahouses, Brew Dr. Kombucha has bubbled into a nationwide favorite, combining refreshing flavors with everyday convenience. “We can see when on-hand inventory is running low in Crisp, and promptly adjust POs with our buyers and logistics team” Alyssa explains.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 5, 2023

In February, the retailer announced plans to close technology hubs located in Austin, Texas , Carlsbad, California and Portland, Oregon. The “ holy grail ” in these efforts is automation that can replicate the dexterity and adaptability of warehouse workers for truck unloading, package sorting and material movements.

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NC State SCRC

JUNE 5, 2019

Bloomberg, an investment manager is paying for 179 million square feet of urban logistics properties — the warehouses used by Amazon.com Inc. logistics real estate, will almost double Blackstone’s U.S. and other retailers to fulfill orders from online shoppers. billion, according to Sunday’s statement.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 12, 2023

On May 4, we featured for readers the industry breaking news that Flexport will acquire the logistics the logistics fulfillment operations of online retail platform provider Shopify. The firm is headquartered in Portland, Oregon , with offices in Ashburn, Virginia , Rochester, New York and Barcelona, Spain. based Livent Corp.

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

AWESOME was founded five years ago by Ann Drake, CEO of DSC Logistics, with the objective of advancing women’s leadership in supply chain. Thinking there was no way that my second Symposium could top the first, I traveled to Portland, for the 2016 event at Nike headquarters. I quickly learned how wrong I was!

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Freight Waves

JUNE 4, 2025

But the money was programmed back into the state’s multimodal transportation account because “there was no scheduled passenger service on the Rockland branch moving forward in the current workplan,” according to Nate Moulton, Maine DOT’s director of freight and business logistics, in response to a Maine Freedom of Access Act request.

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Supply Chain 24/7

DECEMBER 8, 2016

UPS is now delivering some of its packages in Portland, Oregon, with a prototype electric-assist tricycle, with plans to deploy additional e-bike deliveries next year if successful to help solve the ever-evolving demands of urban logistics.

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 30, 2019

There’s no question that innovative technologies aid in logistics and supply chain management, but when it comes to the many labor-intensive processes that take place in the warehouse, some fear that robots could make human warehouse workers obsolete. Dan is a native of Portland, Oregon and a graduate of Stanford University.

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DAT Solutions

APRIL 17, 2018

When Jim Syfan, CEO of Syfan Logistics , first started working in the freight brokerage business in the 1970s, there were no load boards, no desktop computers, no internet. Steve serves as Executive VP, Greg is President, and Jim is the CEO of Syfan Logistics. One of Syfan's customers frequently shipped to Portland, Oregon. "I

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DAT Solutions

AUGUST 14, 2018

Mark Boyer has spent his whole career in the trucking and logistics industry, with a front row seat for all kinds of new technologies, including many products from DAT. As DAT celebrates its 40th year, we reminisced with Boyer, who serves as Vice President of Brokerage for Keller Logistics in Defiance, Ohio.

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RELEX Solutions

MARCH 29, 2019

Prior to MIT, Dan worked in demand planning for Ahold-Delhaize in Portland, Maine. Prior to MIT Joaquin worked in different areas of the supply chain for Coppel stores in Mexico, and after MIT he will return to Coppel to the logistic planning department. Dan Covert. Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Subscribe to similar resources.

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DAT Solutions

OCTOBER 2, 2017

A load board is an on-demand freight exchange used by shippers, freight brokers, motor carriers, and other logistics companies to find freight and trucks. DAT created the first load board at the Jubitz Truck Stop in Portland, OR, in 1978. Trucking companies can search the lanes they run and find loads that match their business needs.

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DAT Solutions

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Speaking to freight brokers at the DAT User Conference in Portland, OR, Lewis said that increased awareness of the problem has helped to combat theft, and due diligence by brokers plays a role. He has 20 years of experience in transportation logistics, and is also a former law-enforcement officer and detective.

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DAT Solutions

JULY 11, 2017

The "automated brokerage" is the buzz in logistics circles, but until that happens, there are many ways to be a lot more efficient and a lot more productive—and a lot more profitable. Attendees at the 2016 DAT User Conference. The course is co-taught by Robert Rouse, our senior trainer, and Todd Kalhar, Product Manager.

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DAT Solutions

JUNE 13, 2017

DAT Solutions' second annual user conference will be held October 21 to 23 in Portland, Oregon, addressing the very real threats and opportunities facing the trucking industry. ELD mandate is top of mind. Probably the number one "threat" facing almost everyone in the trucking industry is the ELD Mandate. Training sessions and labs.

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Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 14, 2015

PMA Presents Work Slowdown Data, While ILWU Walks Out in Portland' The Environment has become Worse Since Mediator Scot Beckenbaugh oined Talks Last Week.

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DAT Solutions

MAY 10, 2016

Kenny Lund is a vice president at Allen Lund Company and its software division ALC Logistics. LaForte owns and manages Columbia Fresh Transportation Services, a small brokerage in Portland, OR. ” Could've Been Worse. As the 17th-largest 3PL in the country, Lund arranges more than 300,000 loads per year.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 10, 2015

On June 23, 2015, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals ( CSCMP ) released the “State of Logistics Report,” which happens to be in its 26 th year. Some of the key points within the State of Logistics Report include the cost of logistics in the US, managing capacity, and addressing the trucker shortage.

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Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 4, 2022

From contractor controversies to rising fuel costs, logistics professionals across the transportation industry are turning to innovative solutions to persistent problems. As contractors across the logistics industry begin questioning their relationships with carrier networks , the FRONTdoor Collective is taking a new approach.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 6, 2025

As shipping and logistics professionals are well aware, U.S. Further cited is a Bank of America estimate indicating that the number of inbound container ships from the Port of Los Angeles alone will see a sharp drop in May with escalating trade disruptions leading to a 15%-20% decrease in U.S. container imports from Asia in the coming weeks.

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