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How to Build the Optimal Freight Carrier Network to Consistently Deliver

Turvo

Managers of freight carrier networks and supply chains have a lot to keep tabs on with day-to-day operations in the supply chain ecosystem. Knowing how to build this network and set up a platform that provides the data, resources, and support needed becomes difficult. Up to date training and education for team members and staff.

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10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution

The Logistics of Logistics

Original Article: 10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution. Proof of delivery, invoice papers, container manifests, and other vital documents and forms must be handled and managed efficiently at the time of delivery. 10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution.

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FourKites Ocean Visibility: A Next Generation Solution

Logistics Viewpoints

As I mentioned in a previous article, for over-the-road shipments, getting bumped to the next truck can add a day or two to the overall transit time. FourKites , a global leader in real-time supply chain visibility, recently launched its Dynamic Ocean SM platform for visibility, rate, and documentation management. Shipment at origin.

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Achieving Maturity in Risk Management Takes Years

Logistics Viewpoints

They got those documents quickly, and then got them in the hands of all employees and suppliers in 24 hours. So, the term “Haiphong” when combined in an article with the phrase “port fire” would generate an alert. One article claims it cost the auto industry hundreds of billions of dollars! Supply Chain Risk Management Vendors.

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5 Tips to Facing Your Fear of an Uncertain Freight Market

Trinity Logistics

For this article, I want to talk to you about how to bring that sense of comfort and confidence in your service for shipper relationships, your carrier relationships, and even for yourself. Once you’ve found your source, a great tip is to make your own printable data slides or documents that you can have on hand to share as needed.

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Logistics Unleashed: Unveiling the Most Pivotal Events that Shaped its Development

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

In this captivating article, we delve into the annals of history to explore the most important events that paved the way for the extraordinary development of logistics as we know it today. This vast network of interconnected routes facilitated the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultures.

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Freight Broker TMS: What Are the Key Functions to Expect

Turvo

With deep visibility into the entire transportation network, overhead is significantly reduced, and the possibility of lost shipments or inventory is substantially minimized. Highly accessible critical data bridges the communication gap across the board and empowers networks with every detail of the order movement process.