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A Guide to Responsible Sourcing in Automotive, Electronics

Material Handling and Logistics

A new report assesses the importance of 37 materials to these industries and evaluates environmental, social and governance risks. One of the biggest obstacles to setting and implementing strategies for responsible sourcing is accessing reliable and current data and analysis, according to The Dragonfly Initiative CEO, Assheton Carter.

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Conducting a Trucking RFP: Tips for Shippers to Optimize Contract Freight

FreightWaves SONAR

It’s because enterprise shippers are turning to new intelligence tools, such as SONAR SCI , to conduct a freight spend analysis to maximize contract freight use and allocation. These strong partnerships allow shippers to ramp back up quickly and can handle loads and transports more easily after the turmoil 2020 has caused the industry.

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5 Ways Shippers And Suppliers Can Maintain A Great Relationship

Blue Grace Logistics

Making decisions to benefit a company must be a process of analysis and planning. As suppliers possess a wealth of industry knowledge and skills, this kind of relationship can produce crucial information that can be used to significant effect by a company that is willing to listen and work with its suppliers at a meaningful level.