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The State of the Trucking Market in 2021

GlobalTranz

The added strain on resources is on track to force high freight volumes to continue well into the next year. Fewer labor resources are available to meet the rising demand in both the warehouse and in transit. ? A Possible Stimulus on the Horizon May Increase the Challenge of Procurement Through Peak Season. As highlighted by?

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The Fallacy of the Self-driving Supply Chain

Supply Chain Shaman

Headline news that day was Theranos’, once-Silicon Valley star Elizabeth Holmes, 38, sentenced to over 11 years in prison by a United States District Court for defrauding investors of her firm to revolutionize blood-testing technology. As shown in Figure 1, the reporting relationships vary. Are the plans executed?

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50 Online Resources for Aspiring Supply Chain Scholars

Supply Chain Opz

To help you become successful, we have put together 50 online resources that you will definitely find helpful. Resources: Data.gov 2. Resource: Google Public Data 3. Track public policy development on Pew Research Center At Pew Research Center, you can browse the report related to public policy published since 1983.

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The Impact to Peak Season Transportation Management With Exponential E-Commerce Grow

Intelligent Audit

As shippers, carriers, and retailers across the country prepare for parcel peak shipping and increasing peak season transportation demands, the need for effective and affordable management processes is critical. Peak Season Transportation Management Depends on Applying Actionable Insights.

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National Ag Day 2024

Enterra Insights

As the world population soars, there is an even greater demand for the food and fiber produced in the United States.”[3] Journalist Leah Douglas reports, “Feeding the world is a big job, and the effort produces [an enormous amount of] emissions of greenhouse gases each year — around a third of the global total.

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The Top Three Keys to Creating an Exceptional Customer Experience during National Returns Week

Logistics Viewpoints

Each year in the United States, the return of goods purchased for the holidays usually peaks on one day in early January; the volume is so significant the day has been designated National Returns Day. This year, due to an increased number of e-commerce purchases, retailers and shippers will experience National Returns Week.

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Why Sustainability is Becoming Critical for Manufacturers in 2024

OptiProERP

Gain Additional Customers In 2024, many consumers and businesses will make purchasing decisions based on a company’s commitment to sustainability. This involves optimizing processes to reduce overproduction, wait times, unnecessary transportation, and excess inventory , which not only conserves resources but also saves money.