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This Week in Logistics News (February 25 – March 4)

Logistics Viewpoints

We have certainly seen more focus on women in supply chain over the last few years, and nearly every conference that I attend has tracks dedicated to women in supply chain. A central part of Amazon’s ultrafast delivery strategy is its network of warehouses that the company calls same-day sites. The company’s Supply Chain 3.0

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5 Things to Know Before Negotiating Ocean Shipping Contracts This Year

Talking Logistics

In light of what happened, some companies still look at carriers’ financials and try to avoid putting cargo on carriers that might be at risk. The fact remains that the cargo can still move with the carrier you are trying to avoid under a different bill of lading. Last year, we predicted correctly that the TSA would dissolve.

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Experts Choice Of Top Online Logistics Resources

Freightos

UK-based logistics website with exceptional content and unique opinion pieces, often centered around shifting technology trends. Air Cargo World. This American based niche news site specialises in air cargo. Specializing in economic trends, it provides sharp insights into current processes and future trends.

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Reverse Logistics Association examines the ‘Circular Economy’

247 Customs Broker

The Circular Economy” was the theme addressed by The Reverse Logistics Association’s (RLA) at its annual conference and expo in Las Vegas last week. The Circular Economy” is the theme addressed by The Reverse Logistics Association’s (RLA) at its annual conference and expo in Las Vegas last week. By Patrick Burnson, Executive Editor ·.

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Supply Chain Transformation: Not Just Digital, But Physical Too

Talking Logistics

Target : “Target is testing a new distribution strategy aimed at speeding up its restocking and making the retailer more nimble at stores and online,” reported Jennifer Smith in the Wall Street Journal in May. Once complete, P&G said its new supply chain will enable 80% of U.S. production to reach stores within 24 hours.”.

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Supply Chain & Logistics Education: Ask the Professors

The Logistics Academy

Q: What are the latest trends in logistics education, and how does your program address them? Gerard Burke, Georgia Southern University: A continuing trend is the challenge to attract students to pursue a career often perceived as humdrum. Experiential learning is another trend seen as valuable to both hiring companies and students.

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5 Things to Know Before Negotiating Ocean Shipping Contracts This Year

247 Customs Broker

In light of what happened, some companies still look at carriers’ financials and try to avoid putting cargo on carriers that might be at risk. The fact remains that the cargo can still move with the carrier you are trying to avoid under a different bill of lading. Last year, we predicted correctly that the TSA would dissolve.