Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 25, 2020

Penske has tips and resources available to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm. Hurricane Preparation Authorities encourage residents and business owners to take steps to prepare in the event hurricanes and tropical storms impact your area.

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3PL Links

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

6 Unheard Tips to Optimize Reverse Logistics in Your Business | Image source: Pexels Any company that wishes to provide better service for exchanging or returning goods, or that wants to lower the proportion of goods that are returned following failed delivery attempts, must have a solid reverse logistics plan.

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WorkWave

MARCH 4, 2020

Below is a list of 15 tips to keep in mind when starting a business. Outreaching via social media , advertising, creating events, taking pre-orders, and producing content on blogs or press releases can help gather potential customers well before the grand opening. Conduct Market Research. Create a Financial Plan.

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

The days and hours before a hurricane arrives are vital for making preparations, including knowing what to do in the event of an evacuation and how to remain safe once the storm hits. It includes evacuation tips, what to include in a disaster supply kit and how to create a family communication plan.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Penske has tips and resources available to help you prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm. Hurricane Preparation Authorities encourage residents and business owners to take steps to prepare in the event hurricanes and tropical storms impact your area.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Penske has tips and resources available to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm. Hurricane Preparation Authorities encourage residents and business owners to take steps to prepare in the event hurricanes and tropical storms impact your area.

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Freightera

MARCH 8, 2022

With recent events in the world leading to significant changes in how we view work and what is sustainable, many businesses are switching to remote work. Since it’s been established in 2014, Freightera has been a 100% remote-working company and that’s why our employees have a bunch of useful tips for working from home!

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United World Transporation

MAY 23, 2019

However, we thought that’d we’d share our three simple maintenance tips to keep the high-mileage fleet vehicle on the road. Although we are in the refrigerated transport industry, these tips apply to all owner-operators and company drivers. 3 Simple Maintenance Tips. So, here are our three maintenance tips: 1.

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GoShip Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Here are a few useful tips on how to get armed for the busy season as a small business: How to prepare your small business for the peak season? Recent events in the global economy have shown companies that they need to be more flexible and resilient. Competitive rates. Relationships with suppliers & carriers.

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EazyStock

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Seasonal demand is defined as a certain time series with repetitive or predictable patterns of demand due to re-occurring seasonal events. How to forecast for seasonal demand. For more tips on forecasting, check out our whitepaper “How to Improve Demand Forecasting Accuracy” for tips and best practices.

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Camelot 3PL Software

MAY 11, 2023

This week’s blog will provide you with various tips for staying “weather aware”. The key is knowing how to find them, which is why we’d like to use this blog to point you in the direction of several resources that will do an excellent job of keeping you in the loop – and keeping you safer – during Hurricane Season 2023.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 29, 2019

Penske Truck Leasing has tips and resources to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm. The Department of Homeland Security, through its Ready national public service campaign, has assembled some hurricane preparedness tips for every stage of the storm.

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Camelot 3PL Software

MAY 4, 2023

Please stay tuned for our 4-part blog series offering different insights into the various ways you can protect yourself and help other members in the community who may need assistance. Our goal this week is to inform 3PLs how to create, update, and reinforce their action plans. Kicking it off, Hurricane Preparedness Week is upon us.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 29, 2019

Penske Truck Leasing has tips and resources to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm. The Department of Homeland Security, through its Ready national public service campaign, has assembled some hurricane preparedness tips for every stage of the storm.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 2, 2018

On this episode, we get tips on how to devise an effective response plan from two executives of cybersecurity consultant Plixer — Michael Patterson, chief executive officer, and Bob Noel, director of strategic relationships and marketing. They outline the steps that companies should take in the event of a malware infection.

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WorkWave

APRIL 3, 2020

Current events have caused companies today to look for everything from environmentally-friendly cleaning solutions to sterilization techniques that prevent the spread of illnesses. It is also essential to know how to create a distinct company brand so you can market your business, stand out from the crowd, and expand your earning potential.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 3, 2016

How to start a freight brokerage. Getting the top freight broker training books is also important, so you can always refer to them when you’re unsure how to go ahead. You’ll also pick up practical knowledge about the work of a freight broker, and learn how to work with shippers, and how to handle shipping rates negotiations.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

Editor's Note: Today's blog is the second part of Chuck Intrieri's series on how procurement and suppliers can avoid issues with their contracts. In part two, Chuck focuses on how to draft your terms and conditions. How to Begin Your Terms. Writing your terms of use can be a monumental task for anyone.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Therefore, transportation brokers need to know how freight data can add value, why actionability and timeliness enable accurate fast-paced decisions, and a few tips to apply FreightWaves SONAR data every morning. Transportation brokers already have many responsibilities, so it’s important to know what to look for and how to use them.

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GoShip Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Here are a few useful tips on how to get prepared for the busy peak season as a small business: How do you prepare your small business for the peak season? Recent events in the global economy have shown companies that they need to be more flexible and resilient. Shop for competitive rates.

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Freightera

JULY 28, 2022

These 5 Tips for Safe Shipping Will Help You Avoid Reshipping Your Freight. How to Ship Freight the Right Way. Okay, fair enough, this tip won’t help you have to only ship once. But in the event that your cargo is damaged, it will save you a lot of money. Even if you were, why would you want to? Documentation.

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

How to Get Through the Chinese New Year. Planning ahead is especially important when your online store sells niche products that are close to holidays or events around the Chinese New Year. This tip may not be applicable for everyone, but it is generally not a good idea to expand your catalog in the midst of such a huge holiday.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 8, 2021

As highlighted by FleetOwner , traffic jams, vehicle problems, major weather events, customs and border issues and construction projects can delay delivery and disrupt normal transportation flow. Reasonable rates and service packages can help improve vendor relationships and boost route optimization.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

So, today we’re going to give you some helpful tips on how to acquire new customers, build a loyal customer base, and keep your customers coming back. Content might be anything from a blog (like this one), to a compelling video that features your product in action. Btw, did you get them to sign up for emails or texts?

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WorkWave

JANUARY 15, 2019

Each of these factors are important on their own, but when done well all together, your SEO campaign will be in tip-top shape. We will dive into each topic, explaining how to make the most of each. Getting your keywords into your content effectively is the tricky part, which brings us to how you can optimize your on-site SEO.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 8, 2023

However, we also know how to help businesses get the most from the resources they have and make the right decisions for improvement. So naturally, we’re here to help your enterprise too. If you focus on the former, you will likely achieve the latter.

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EazyStock

MARCH 17, 2021

In this piece, we’ll take a look at some of the top types of supply chain disruptions, the impacts that they have on your supply chain, how to mitigate whatever risk you can and finally how you can handle supply chain disruptions once they occur and come out on top. Black Swan Events. Types of Supply Chain Disruptions.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 4, 2023

So, rather than get overly prescriptive, I’ll use this blog post to highlight some companies that have achieved success through excellence in inventory management , and outline some of the most effective elements of their strategies. But consider, too, how you can turn those needs to your advantage in inventory management.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 13, 2016

Unfortunately, the capacity crunch is real, and shippers need to know how to face the prospects of a slower 2016 to stay competitive and meet the demands of their customers and partner businesses. Capacity Is Tight, Not Impossible. Capacity of today’s fleets is tight.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 23, 2017

We work with a lot of manufacturing companies and one of the questions we get most often is 'Why do we need to blog'? Often followed by 'How do we blog for manufacturing'? A word about what a blog is. But a blog is not all writing and the part that is written should be conversational and natural. Podcast or audio.

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Shipchain

JANUARY 23, 2019

Almost two years ago with knowledge of the problems of the freight industry and some rough ideas of how to solve them, we’ve been able to plot, survey, and develop the systems we’ve now launched. Have a tip or lead? We recently wrapped on a launch event in Tokyo, Japan with the majority of our team. Upcoming Events.

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Compactor Management Company

JUNE 2, 2023

Before you consider throwing them away, it’s important to explore how to recycle clothes. In this blog, we will delve into the topic of recycling old clothes and provide you with practical tips to give your old garments a new lease on life. Let’s see how to recycle clothes! How to Recycle Clothes?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The GlobalTranz Agent Conference is a power-packed event, and you’ll leave better informed, better connected, and better equipped to take your business to the next level. Here are some tips that will help you get the most out of the experience. Please feel free to invite all of your team members to sign up to attend this free event!

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WorkWave

JULY 31, 2019

Set Your Goals Build Your Local Brand Awareness Reaching Your Target Audience Creating Thumb-Stopping Content Getting Your Business Into The Local Homeowners Consideration Turn Local Social Users Into Customers Best Practices for Retargeting Custom Conversions Social Advertising Tips. Learn how to get set up on Business Manager here.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 12, 2017

If you don’t want to lose big contracts and customers to competitors by falling foul of dreaded downtime, here’s how to setup an industrial computer enclosure to prevent overheating…. … Heat is the tip of the iceberg. 6 practical points to consider when using an industrial computer cabinet. Follow supplier instructions.

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Blog on Log

JUNE 22, 2006

This is the 4th year of the event, which seems to get bigger and better each year. Hear how your customers measure your peformance and what matters most to them. Learn how to work with your customers when creating performance metrics. Find out how to devise a pricing strategy that's easier for your customers to accept.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 19, 2022

If you browse through the Logistics Bureau blog, you’ll find at least two or three articles—and about the same number of videos—that cover warehouse product slotting. So let’s move on and look at how to do it. In any event, expect to draw on much of the data captured in your sales or ordering history and SKU master data records.

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