Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Our annual salary survey reveals that the typical material handling and logistics professional earns $93,697. As the results of the MH&L 2018 Salary Survey indicate, the size of the paycheck has become almost as important. “If The single biggest challenge facing the industry is lack of qualified workers in all aspects of logistics.”

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 16, 2015

But, of course, inflation isn’t the only thing that’s changed since 1986. So while the precise number is being deliberated, it seems clear that almost 30 years of changes necessitate a definite increase in the minimum insurance level. The current minimum level of carrier liability insurance per truck is $750,000.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Of course, it is helpful to have some statistics on hand to validate the statement above. The definition above is not from any textbook, but is one that I am sure you will agree, describes a state of affairs that any corporate leader or business owner would be happy to attain. . If you want business success (and who doesn’t?),

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PINC

OCTOBER 2, 2019

This can turn into an even bigger problem for the driver who has been behind the wheel all day and is now coming up on the maximum 14 hours he can work in the course of a day (truckers can only drive 11 total hours a day). Not Pocket Change.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 9, 2019

Of course, it is helpful to have some statistics on hand to validate the statement above. The definition above is not from any textbook, but is simply one that I’m sure you’ll agree, describes a state of affairs that any corporate leader or business owner would be happy to arrive at. Now for those statistics I mentioned.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 28, 2023

According to the Business of Sustainability Index , despite intense inflation since 2020, 66% of general US customers and 80% of young adult (ages 18-34) US customers surveyed in 2022 are willing to pay more for sustainable products/companies that embrace sustainable practices. Packaging waste is a definite problem in the ecommerce industry.

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Logistics Manager

DECEMBER 15, 2019

Experts from the Top Employers Institute have to validate and audit the survey results in adherence to specified standards before certifying an organization as a Top Employer. While we are all definitely focused on the results we have to deliver, respect for each other at the workplace is equally important.

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247 Customs Broker

MAY 8, 2018

Improved internal processes are, of course, helpful, but today’s competitive landscape is being redrawn by forwarders which are putting shippers’ needs first. Among the report’s key findings was that forwarders that quote manually took 57 hours on average—an improvement on previous surveys, but still 20th century performance.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 4, 2016

Yet, understanding these concepts requires a bit more than this simple definition. Of course, there are other factors affecting the American push towards reshoring and nearshoring. Reshoring Vs. Nearshoring.What's the Difference? Reshoring is the opposite of offshoring. The political climates of foreign countries are becoming unstable.

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Conger

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Following this definition, there are two MEWP groups: Group A. Surveying the area where a MEWP is to operate has always been part of the procedure for operating these types of equipment. Check out Conger's OSHA-compliant MEWP operator safety training course. Not sure what the tipping line is? Learn More. Training for Occupants.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

I like to quote the following definition of CSR , offered by Chatham House associate fellow, Paul Hohnen. Companies have to pursue profits of course, (how else will they stay in business?) A Reputation Institute survey found that 91.4% You get the idea. The Primary Objectives of Socially Responsible Enterprises.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 11, 2024

In this article we’ll explore the definition of social proof and its importance in influencing shopping decisions. Of course, sometimes following the herd can lead us astray. We look for “proof” that we’re making a good decision. That, in a nutshell, is why ecommerce businesses cannot afford to ignore the importance of social proof.

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3PL Links

JULY 7, 2023

In this regard, a global survey highlights that data quality rather than data processing presents the biggest challenge for businesses. as a definition of value. Professional training, analytical skills, strategic vision, and, of course, proper systems must all be balanced.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 11, 2024

Of course, the opposite is also true — when handled poorly, returns can hurt your brand. According to a Coveo Holiday Report, 55% of surveyed online shoppers in the U.S. It’s the dictionary definition of a PITA. The way you handle returns can actually set your brand apart and give you a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

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Automotive Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2018

Citing the MHI Annual Industry Report 2017, Alvarez pointed out that 92% of the 1,100 professionals that responded to the survey behind the report said technology was going to make the difference in the transformation of the warehouse. Ricardo Alvarez, director of solutions and business development at Ryder México.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 2, 2020

For now, it remains a trickle, but there is a definite move by companies around the world whose supply chains were ravaged by the COVID-19 pandemic either to pull out of China completely or to explore secondary sourcing options. Larger businesses may take longer to ‘turn the ship’ onto a different course.

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Material Handling and Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2018

Every year, in our annual MH&L Salary Survey , we ask readers to identify the biggest challenge they face in their jobs, and every year they tell us the same thing: finding, developing and retaining talent. Once in, you’ve got to stay the course. Of course, there are different kinds of regulation. Education is the answer.

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