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Importance of Real-Time Tracking for Last Mile Logistics

WorkWave

The last mile of delivery is often the most unpredictable and expensive part of the supply chain. Factors such as traffic congestion, incorrect addresses, weather conditions and customer availability can disrupt even the best-planned routes. In this context, real-time tracking emerges as a game-changer for last-mile logistics, offering increased visibility, efficiency and customer satisfaction.

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Brokers are Drowning in Accounting Work: How Denim Simplifies It with Sean Smith

The Logistics of Logistics

Sean Smith and Joe Lynch discuss why brokers are drowning in accounting work: how Denim simplifies it. Sean is VP of Product at Denim , a trusted freight factoring partner on a mission to advance the supply chain by accelerating the movement of money and data. About Sean Smith Sean Smith ,VP of Product and Client Servicesat Denim, has spent 10 years building and scaling products in the financial services and logistics industries.

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Future-Proof Your Manufacturing Business With ERP

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

Factories have changed hugely in the past 50 years. Advances in automation, sensors, analytics, and other technologies have made significant changes in manufacturing. A modern manufacturing ERP system will make use of these technologies so that their benefits can be realized. Two major transformational changes have occurred in manufacturing. The smart factory The smart factory represents a transformational change from traditional practices to a connected and flexible system.

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Conquer Customs, Unleash Your Global Potential: Bonded Fulfillment Centers with ShipMonk

Ship Monk

Ready to take your ecommerce business global but bogged down by import headaches and sky-high costs? You’re not alone. Many merchants find the complexities of international shipping a major hurdle to expansion. Customs regulations , duty payments , and logistical nightmares can quickly derail even the most promising global strategies. But what if there was a way to navigate these challenges with ease, freeing up your cash flow and unlocking your full international potential?

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Smart Tech + Human Expertise = How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Transportation Spend Management Unleashed: Accelerate Savings Across Your Supply Chain

MercuryGate

Transportation costs spiraling out of control? Youre not the only one. But the savviest logistics teams have discovered a powerful one-two punch to fight back: enhanced visibility into every shipment dollar paired with strategic automation. The post Transportation Spend Management Unleashed: Accelerate Savings Across Your Supply Chain appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Trucking lawyer: Broker transparency needed to fight fraud

Overdrive Online

When Convoy went bankrupt, dozens of carriers got stiffed on millions of dollars. A few prominent transportation lawyers argue that broker transparency could end that kind of abuse.

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Why Pharma Companies Must Prioritize Track-and-Trace Tech in 2025

Supply Chain Brain

Following are six reasons why pharmaceutical and life sciences companies must prioritize track-and-trace technology in their logistics operations in 2025.

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Mack Trucks models through the years: What's your favorite?

Overdrive Online

Mack Trucks is celebrating 125 years building iconic models from the very beginning of motorized truck equipment. This brief survey asks for your No. 1 among the many, likewise any recollections of Macks you've owned or driven.

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Shell Delivered Record Amount of Marine LNG to Ships in 2024

Supply Chain Brain

While it emits less carbon than oil-derived ship propellant, LNG is still a fossil fuel and has been criticized for releasing emissions of super-potent methane.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Mower Maintenance Tips for a New Season of Commercial Lawn Care

Linxup

For many, somewhere between March Madness Thursday morning tipoff and Easter Sunday marks the unofficial start of spring. With promises of warmer weather just around the corner (stay strong, those of you holding out in icy/snowy regions), that means the season of lawn care is likewise just a few weeks away.

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Podcast | Your Yard Robots Are ‘Imperfect’? That’s Good Enough

Supply Chain Brain

Robots are proving to be a boon to autonomous operations in the distribution yard but the quest for the perfect robot is a futile one.

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AN Transport's immaculate ‘Hen House’ 2024 Peterbilt 389

Overdrive Online

AN Transport driver Robert Baesel hauls platform freight in a conestoga with this 2024 Peterbilt 389, which features immaculate free-hand pinstriping all around.

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Conquer Customs, Unleash Your Global Potential: Bonded Fulfillment Centers with ShipMonk

Ship Monk

Ready to take your ecommerce business global but bogged down by import headaches and sky-high costs? You’re not alone. Many merchants find the complexities of international shipping a major hurdle to expansion. Customs regulations , duty payments , and logistical nightmares can quickly derail even the most promising global strategies. But what if there was a way to navigate these challenges with ease, freeing up your cash flow and unlocking your full international potential?

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The AI Race Isn’t Just About Tech Superiority – Its the Supply Chain, Stupid!

The race to dominate AI is no longer about who has the smartest algorithms — it's about who can build and scale faster. Behind every AI breakthrough lies a battle for resources: data centers, compute hardware, power, and telecom infrastructure. And right now, even tech giants are hitting a wall. Our latest white paper reveals the six critical supply chain elements that are increasingly separating AI leaders from the rest.

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Orient Overseas Warns of Tougher 2025 After Closing Strong Year

Supply Chain Brain

Rising protectionism, uncertain consumer demand trends and softer freight rates may spell challenges for the container shipping sector.

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Giving A Face to Women In Trucking at Industry Events

Women in Trucking

Did you know that in 2024 the WITney Educational Trailer traveled to 40 events? This resulted in nearly 7,500 visitors most of them women and girls looking to become more educated about the many career opportunities for females in the trucking industry at job fairs, community events and corporate events, and industry conferences.

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AI’s Role in Identifying Cyber Threats in the Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Artificial intelligence is widely recognized today as a crucial tool for maintaining manufacturing efficiency and profitability.

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Making Sense of the Ocean Carrier Alliance Makeovers

I.C.E. Transport

A major reshuffling of ocean carrier alliances that went into effect in February 2025, while providing benefits for both carriers and shippers, is causing some temporary hiccups as everyone adjusts to the new network structures. So what changes are taking place, and how will shippers be impacted? Lets unpack the topic a bit.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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How Trux Collects and Uses Customer Feedback

Trux

At Trux, we are guided by three Core Values that play a significant role in both our day-to-day and longer term strategic decisions: Deliver an exceptional customer experience - We are customer-obsessed. We listen and solve problems. Be Innovative and action-oriented - We have a results-driven culture. Exhibit a will to win - We are fearless and tenacious about bringing the Trux Vision to life.

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U.S. Develops Military Plans for Panama Canal

Supply Chain Brain

The wrangle over the Canal started before Trump even took office, as a campaign promise, and has persisted since.

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Tesla Warns It Faces Retaliation, Costs From Trump Trade War

Supply Chain Brain

British Columbia, Canadas third most populous province, has pulled government subsidies for people installing Tesla chargers at their homes.