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Building a Global Logistics Juggernaut with Nourhan Beyrouti

The Logistics of Logistics

Nourhan Beyrouti and Joe Lynch discuss building a global logistics juggernaut. Nourhan is Global Chief Revenue Officer at AJEX Logistics Services , Saudi Arabia’s fastest growing transportation company. About Nourhan Beyrouti Nourhan Beyrouti , a seasoned professional with a global footprint, has an impressive track record in branding, corporate innovation, and real estate development, and global logistics technology.

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Editor’s Pick: How Managed Transportation Services Enable Resilient Supply Chains

Talking Logistics

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This recent post by Veronica Turk from Loadsmart highlights a recent Talking Logistics episode with Adrian Gonzalez and George Swartz, Loadsmart’s VP.

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FMCSA forces transparency from Uber Freight after scam uncovered

Overdrive Online

After a small fleet owner caught scammers red-handed double brokering an Uber Freight load, FMCSA got involved and forced transparency from the broker, amid ongoing payment dispute.

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Shippers, Carriers Highlight Extreme Weather as Biggest Challenge to Networks in 2024

Supply Chain Brain

Of those surveyed, 39% said that extreme weather events have been their chief concern in 2024, the most of any category.

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Signal-Based Selling: How to Leverage 4 Key Buying Signals

As prospects define their problem, search for solutions, and even change jobs, they are generating high-value signals that the best go-to-market teams can leverage to close more deals. This is where signal-based selling comes into play. ZoomInfo CEO Henry Schuck recently broke down specific ways to put four key buying signals into action with the experts from 30 Minutes to President’s Club.

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Customer Service Continues to be King at ShipMonk

Ship Monk

2024 is 4th Year in a Row 3PL is Recognized with BIG Customer Service Award April 10, 2024 — Customer service is a 365-day a year duty, but today the Business Intelligence Group is shining an extra light on this critical component to any company’s success by announcing the winners of the BIG Excellence in Customer Service Awards. This year, BIG is celebrating 102 companies, executives, and products dedicated to getting customers the support they need and deserve.

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How Supplier Diversity Can Yield Better Business Outcomes

Supply Chain Brain

Supplier diversity programs are not only good for society; they’re crucial to enhancing supply chain competitiveness, risk mitigation and cost reduction for businesses.

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Happening Now: Five Trends for 2024 Supply Chain Success

West Coast and California Logistics

An article in SupplyChainBrain identifies the strategies, tactics and technologies that will drive supply chain success in 2024 and beyond. These include ongoing concerns like tackling the labor shortage and longer-term initiatives like embracing sustainability.

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How to Expand Margin and Reduce Supply Chain Cost with Digital Manufacturing

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain leaders are under more pressure than ever to lower costs, expand margins, and balance growth and profitability — all while facing skilled labor shortages and rising materials and logistics costs.

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A New Safety Mindset Marks the Road Ahead

Women in Trucking

Safety is a key component to a successful retention strategy during today’s driver shortage, according to Marcia Faschingbauer, President and CEO of Excargo Services , a logistics company that provides intermodal, drayage, transloading and warehousing solutions to major importers and exporters. “Our drivers are hanging with us because of our culture, because they know we’ll fight for them and that we provide the best environment—and safest environment—that they can find,” she says.

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GEP Outlook Report 2025

For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic

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Watch: How 3PLs Are Scaling Through Margin Management

Supply Chain Brain

Margin management is key to all businesses, but it's especially critical in the world of third-party logistics providers, says Nate Endicott, senior vice president of growth with Enveyo.

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Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Duties for Frozen Warm Water Shrimp Products: An Update

MTS Logistics

Last month, I had the opportunity to attend the Seafood Expo North America in Boston. This event takes place every year. This is a leading trade event for all sectors of the Seafood Industry. Within our company MTS Customs Brokerage, we have customers that import frozen warm water shrimp into the U.S. from multiple countries. One of the most important topics being asked in the industry right now is “Where are we with the Department of Commerce implementing Anti-Dumping and Countervailing D

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FMCSA: Baltimore collapse commodity-related HOS waivers limited

Overdrive Online

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration spelled out further details of, and longer-range possibilities for, the hours of service waivers in place following collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.

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Stord’s Order Management System (OMS) Named Market Leader by G2

Stord

Stord’s Warehouse Management System (WMS) Also Named Market Leader Again ATLANTA, April 10, 2024 – Stord , a leader in high-volume fulfillment services and supply chain technology for omnichannel mid-market and enterprise brands, announced today that its Order Management System (OMS), Stord One Commerce , has been named a Leader in the Order Management Software Category by G2 , the world's largest and most trusted software marketplace.

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Activating Intent Data for Sales and Marketing

Sales and marketing leaders have reached a tipping point when it comes to using intent data — and they’re not looking back. More than half of all B2B marketers are already using intent data to increase sales, and Gartner predicts this figure will grow to 70 percent. The reason is clear: intent can provide you with massive amounts of data that reveal sales opportunities earlier than ever before.

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U.S. Eyeing Ship's Electrical System After Baltimore Bridge Crash

Supply Chain Brain

The safety board says it is currently examining data on the Dali container ship's electronic power system and circuit breakers.

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White Logistics Partners with HVS for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Trial

NGT News

Glasgow, Scotland-based manufacturer Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS) has formed a partnership with White Logistics to explore the suitability of zero-emission hydrogen heavy goods vehicle (HGV) technology for adoption in its fleet. Based in Worcestershire, England, White Logistics has entered into a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with HVS that will provide trial vehicles for the White […] The post White Logistics Partners with HVS for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Trial appeared first on NGT News

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Showcasing the Power of AIMMS: Transformative Insights for Mathematical Optimization

AIMMS

The power of AIMMS in the field of mathematical optimization is undeniable. Our new users shared their experiences using AIMMS.

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Streamlining Transportation Management Strategies

Food Logistics

As businesses continue to prioritize streamlined logistics, the strategies and subsequent actions taken will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in shaping the future of transportation management.

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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Tips for Better Management of Food Recalls

Supply Chain Brain

Companies acting alone in responding to food recalls, rather than collaborating with supply chain partners, are only prolonging the exposure of compromised products in the marketplace.

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New AI-driven TOS at Duisburg Gateway

Logistics Business Magazine

INFORM is poised to enhance the Duisburg Gateway Terminal (DGT) operations through its advanced AI-based solutions, ensuring a robust start as the terminal initiates operations and scales up. This partnership focuses on leveraging AI technologies to streamline intermodal logistics, pioneering Europe’s first CO 2 -neutral intermodal terminal in the heart of Duisburg’s port.

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Role of Delivery Management Software Ensuring Timely Deliveries During Eid Al Fitr

Loginext

During this festive period, restaurants experience a surge in orders as families gather to share meals. However, ensuring timely deliveries amidst the increased demand can be a challenge. That's where LogiNext's delivery management software comes in handy. The post Role of Delivery Management Software Ensuring Timely Deliveries During Eid Al Fitr appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Out of gauge cargo shipping: top challenges

I.C.E. Transport

In international out of gauge cargo shipping, equipment doesn’t fit neatly into a container. And guess what? It doesn’t fit neatly into any standard shipping process, either. Let’s face it, the world’s cargo infrastructure is designed around shipping standard containers in a uniform way. Larger equipment falls outside the norm and adds shipping complexity, cost, and significant risk versus standard cargo.

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Predicting the Future of Sales: How AI and Automation Will Revolutionize Strategies

In this exploration, we're diving into predictions about the future of sales. We're talking about a complete shake-up powered by automation and artificial intelligence (AI). These aren't just fancy tools — they're real game-changers. Automation and AI are here to redefine every interaction, making them smarter, faster, and more meaningful. From personalized customer journeys to streamlined sales processes, the goal is to make every moment count, enhancing both efficiency and connection.

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Air Liquide Enhances RNG Capacities with Two New Production Units

NGT News

Air Liquide continues to expand its capacities in renewable natural gas (RNG) in the U.S. with the construction of two new production units. These units — one in Center Township, Pennsylvania, and another in Holland Township, Michigan — will treat waste sourced from dairy farms. The units will produce biogas from manure feedstock in an […] The post Air Liquide Enhances RNG Capacities with Two New Production Units appeared first on NGT News.

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Avery Dennison, Controlant Partner on Device for End-to-End Visibility Across Pharma Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

The Saga Card offers real-time inventory data at the city, region, and country level for pharmaceutical providers.

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Workhorse Adds Ziegler Truck Group as Dealer

NGT News

Workhorse Group Inc., an American technology company focused on the transition to zero-emission commercial vehicles, has added Ziegler Truck Group to its network of dealers, bringing the company’s total dealer count to 11 partners nationwide. Ziegler Truck Group has locations in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, expanding Workhorse’s dealer network across the Midwest region.

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Boeing Whistleblower Claims 787 Dreamliners at Risk of Breaking Apart

Supply Chain Brain

The whistleblower identified problems with sections of the fuselage of the 787 Dreamliner, which he claimed were not fastened together correctly.

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Rethinking warehouse work culture: Can automation create better workplaces?

Heico Sandee, CEO of Smart Robotics, explores how automation redefines warehouse culture. By shifting repetitive tasks to skill-based roles, automation improves safety, fosters collaboration, and makes warehousing more appealing to today’s workforce.

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Baltimore Bridge Collapse: An Opportunity to Reinforce the Importance of Supply Chain Resilience

Logistics Viewpoints

Supply chain resilience is a hot topic the last few years since post-Covid issues and newsworthy incidents like the Houthi attacks in the red sea have raised awareness. The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore being struck by the Dali and collapsing is an unpredictable disruption to the supply chains of several industries including automobiles, coal, and agricultural machinery.