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Intelligent Automation, the Future of Supply Chain. Is the Logistics Industry Ready?

Blue Grace Logistics

According to a study conducted by IBM and National Retail Federation (NRF), the retail and consumer goods industry is designating intelligent automation, also known as artificial intelligence, as the future of supply chain. Definitely not. What more is required?

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Is there a connection between Incoterms® and the shipping line.??

Shipping and Freight Resource

Let’s analyse the questions starting with the definition of Incoterms®. First published in 1936, Incoterms® rules provide internationally accepted definitions and rules of interpretation for most common commercial terms. Commercial information includes details about the Incoterms®.

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What to expect for Incoterms 2020

Now, That's Logistics

Come January 1st, 2020, industries dealing with the international transportation such as the ocean freight industry will bid farewell to the current version of Incoterms, and ring in the new. Plus, it can be applied to all modes of transportation, which makes it perfect for multimodal transport.

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Laem Chabang Port Grows Upon Their success in 2019 and Marches Forwards to 2020

Logistics Manager

Today, we see no expansion of cars export numbers due to the economic conditions and the trend towards electric cars in the industry. Phase three Terminal was designed to be a green terminal, as the Port has stated their commitment to environment-friendly operations, which is a trend seen across all industries around the globe today.

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Multimodal Impact on Sustainability

Logistics Business Magazine

With the ascendancy of e-commerce channels needling the conversation towards customer retention and more significant satisfaction metrics with days passing by – the supply chain industry has its task cut out to match the goals set out by the ever-increasing success metrics. More so if the opted shipment network is multimodal.

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Do Freight Shipping Prices Vary by State?

Freight Center

The uncertainty of coal demand will definitely play a role in the future of the state’s freight exports. The state’s freight rates are heavily impacted by the agricultural industry, which can cause rates to increase due to higher demand. Florida embraces a multimodal transportation system, moving over 770 tons of freight annually.

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Do Freight Shipping Prices Vary by State?

Freight Center

The uncertainty of coal demand will definitely play a role in the future of the state’s freight exports. The state’s freight rates are heavily impacted by the agricultural industry, which can cause rates to increase due to higher demand. Florida embraces a multimodal transportation system, moving over 770 tons of freight annually.

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