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Key Transportation Terms and Definitions in Logistics

West Coast and California Logistics

Whether you’re a shipper booking freight or a new logistician starting out in the industry, you’ll find that there are many terms you need to understand in order to speak the same language as your transportation provider. The following is a list of logistics terms and definitions that are common within the transportation industry.

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Trucking Industry Awaits Resolution of Controversy Over Drivers’ Employment Status

Supply Chain Brain

A California law that sought to reclassify certain independent contractors as full-time employees is nearly four years old, but the controversy over the definition of what constitutes a “gig” worker in the transportation industry is far from over.

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The True Definition of Cargo Logistics

Trans Global Auto Logistics

Using organized cargo and logistics protocols allow your carrier to ensure safe transportation for your shipment. Logistics come into play with every type of transportation, including air freight and international ocean shipping. The post The True Definition of Cargo Logistics appeared first on TransGlobal.

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Time Definite Freight & Positive ROI

Blue Grace Logistics

In our March webinar, titled Time Definite Freight and Positive ROI , Brian Blalock, Senior Manager Sourcing Strategy, and Eric Chambers, Vice President, Field Performance at BlueGrace Logistics, discuss the delivery method that is redefining the logistics landscape. What is Time Definite Freight? It can be any time of the 24 hour day.

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Automating Cross-Border Transportation with Matt Silver

The Logistics of Logistics

We’re based in Chicago, and our primary focus is on building technology to automate cross-border transportation. I learned more about the industry by working at Coyote when I was 19, a company which was founded by my parents. Bringing transparency to pricing is important to people in this industry. [05:24]

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The VC Perspective with Burak Cendek

The Logistics of Logistics

Burak Cendek and Joe Lync h discuss the VC perspective – in other words, how venture capitalists view opportunities in the transportation and logistics industry. Burak Cendek is a Partner at Autotech Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm with more than $400M under management. About Burak Cendek.

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The HDVI Story with Chuck Wallace

The Logistics of Logistics

Chuck is the CEO and Co-founder of High Definition Vehicle Insurance (HDVI) , where he leads an experienced team of insurance, technology, and trucking industry experts who deeply understand the challenges of today’s fleets. High Definition Vehicle Insurance, Inc. Chuck Wallace and Joe Lynch discuss the HDVI story.