May, 2025

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The Hidden Power of Logistics: Transloading

MTS Logistics

It doesnt wait in the warehouse, it doesnt idle on the road cargo flows, the world turns. The container arrives by sea but continues on a truck. So, where do these two modes meet? Thats where transloading comes in. In modern logistics, transferring one transport to another is not always just loading and unloading. Sometimes, its a race against time.

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Ultra-Wideband Technology: Redefining Precision in Asset Tracking

Logistics Viewpoints

Ultra-Wideband (UWB) is a radio frequency technology operating across a wide spectrum from 3.1 to 10.6 GHz. It functions by transmitting extremely short bursts of radio energy, typically lasting only a few nanoseconds. This pulse-based transmission enables precise distance measurement through techniques such as Time-of-Flight (ToF) and Time-Difference-of-Arrival (TDoA).

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Digital Pest Control Log Books: Key Benefits and Implementation Tips

WorkWave

Key Takeaways Digital pest control log books are revolutionizing record-keeping, compliance and operational efficiency for pest management businesses Centralized data management reduces manual errors, enhances accuracy and saves time Automated log entries ensure compliance, offering secure and audit-ready records Real-time analytics enable businesses to identify trends and make proactive, data-driven decisions Modern digital tools provide features like secure storage, automated updates and seaml

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Charting Progress: Fleet Leaders Lean into AI to Navigate the Road Ahead

Penske Move Ahead

The transportation and logistics sector is moving past AI curiosity and into real-world application. According to Penskes newly released 2025 Transportation Leaders Survey: A Road to AI Adoption , fleet leaders are steadily embracing artificial intelligence (AI) and seeing measurable returns even as traditional practices and implementation concerns linger.

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Your Workforce: Is Remote-Insourcing the Key to Logistics Efficiency?

In today's rapidly evolving logistics industry, companies consistently strive for efficiency and competitiveness. However, the most significant factor driving business success isn't just technology or infrastructure—it's the people behind your processes. Employees aren't merely resources; they're your most strategic asset. High turnover rates and constant retraining costs severely impact logistics companies, draining productivity and profitability.

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Survey: Labor Shortages Block a U.S. Truck Freight Boom

Supply Chain Brain

Twenty-five percent of U.S. freight firms cite workforce shortages as their greatest issue, and that 15% of them say recruitment and staff retention is their priority this quarter.

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Tech-Driven Drayage: A PortPro Perspective with Corey Abbott

The Logistics of Logistics

Corey Abbott and Joe Lynch discuss tech-driven drayage: a PortPro perspective. Corey is the Chief Growth Officer and his team lead enterprise initiatives at PortPro, an innovative technology company that keeps the drayage industry moving efficiently with its operating platform built for drayage trucking companies, brokerages, and those that do both.

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Rate Shopping for Growing Brands: How Staci Americas Helps You Stay Competitive and Profitable

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

In a competitive market, every decision impacts your bottom line, especially when it comes to logistics. Strategic rate shopping evaluating and selecting the best carriers based on cost, service, and reliability is critical for protecting margins, enhancing service levels, and scaling efficiently.

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Tariffs, Tight Capacity, and Trade Realignment

Logistics Matter

Geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty continue to have an impact on global trade. With new U.S. tariffs rattling confidence, supply chains are being rerouted, capacity is tightening, and strategic realignments are accelerating across regions. Tariff Shockwaves Ripple Through Global Trade The imposition of U.S.

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Intelligent Systems in the Modern Dynamic Warehouse

Logistics Viewpoints

In todays fast-moving supply chain world, success hinges not just on speed or scale, but on intelligence. As e-commerce booms, product lifecycles shorten, and labor markets tighten, traditional warehouse management approaches struggle to keep up. They may be able process and use large amounts of data, but they often lack the real-time execution visibility and adaptability required to thrive in a dynamic environment.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.

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Logistics Unplugged: Episode 13

Blue Grace Logistics

Logistics Unplugged | A BlueGrace Podcast Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Podcast Search Search Ashley Benitez - May 13, 2025 Episode 13: Q3 2025 Logistics Confidence Index Brian Blalock Host and BlueGrace Director of Client Development Jason Lockard SVP of Managed Logistics Shippers Stay Confident Amid Tariffs and Market Shifts This week on Logistics Unplugged , Brian sits down with Jason Lockard, SVP of Managed Logistics , to break down

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WiseTech Global pays $1.2 billion to buy e2open

DC Velocity

The Australian logistics software vendor WiseTech Global has agreed to pay $2.1 billion to acquire the Texas-based connected supply chain platform provider e2open , in a move it says evolves WiseTech’s vision to be the operating system for global trade and logistics. According to WiseTech, buying e2open accelerates and deepens WiseTech’s plans to create a multi-sided marketplace connecting asset-based carriers, logistics providers, importers, exporters, shippers, and many other logistics and sup

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The Container Payment Portal and the Rise of AI in Freight with Jake Hoffman

The Logistics of Logistics

Jake Hoffman and Joe Lynch discuss the container payment portal and the rise of AI in freight. Jake is the Chief Technology Officer of Gnosis Freight, a logistics tech company focused on the lifecycle of a shipping container as it moves around the world. About Jake Hoffman Jake Hoffman is the Chief Technology Officer of Gnosis Freight, a logistics tech company focused on the lifecycle of a shipping container as it moves around the world.

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Building a Greener Future: How Staci Americas Supports Sustainable Warehousing and Supply Chain Management

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Todays brands know that sustainability isnt just a nice-to-have its a competitive advantage. From consumer expectations to retailer requirements, environmental responsibility is becoming a key driver of brand loyalty, operational efficiency, and long-term growth.

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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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You’re Already Using Open Networks — Why Not in Transportation Management?

Talking Logistics

Editors Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published recently, Unlocking the Value of Open Carrier Networks. The research, conducted by Adelante SCM and commissioned by Alpega, highlights how Open Carrier Networks enable more intelligent, scalable, and efficient ways for shippers, carriers, and freight brokers to work together. The report includes data.

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Minimizing the Risks Associated with Extreme Weather

Supply Chain Brain

As extreme weather events become more frequent and more disruptive, weather intelligence has become a strategic asset for logistics companies.

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Dinged at Roadcheck? Here's how to correct inspectors' mistakes

Overdrive Online

Use FMCSA's DataQs system to challenging erroneously assigned inspections or crashes, or incorrectly written violations and those tied to citations thrown out in court. If you're an independent owner-operator with motor carrier authority, it's your responsibility.

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Best practices for working with 3PLs

DC Velocity

Outsourcing your warehouse operations to a third-party logistics service provider (3PL) is no easy task; it takes work to get the relationship just right. A clear set of objectives, transparency in day-to-day business dealings, and frank discussions about the role of automation and emerging technologies are among the most important aspects of the relationship between 3PL and client—with clear communication and mutual understanding at the top of the list.

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Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now

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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TIA Unpacks Freight: Tariffs, Trust, and the Fight Against Fraud with Chris Burroughs

The Logistics of Logistics

In “TIA Unpacks Freight: Tariffs, Trust, and the Fight Against Fraud,” Joe Lynch and Chris Burroughs , President and CEO of the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA), dive into key industry topics. About Chris Burroughs Chris Burroughs is the President and CEO of the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA), a position he assumed in November 2024.

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The Hidden Power of Kitting Services: Streamlining Fulfillment for Industrial and Retail Brands

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Efficiency, accuracy, and brand consistency arent just goals theyre imperatives in the supply chain environment. As product customization and omnichannel delivery models become more complex, brands are looking for fulfillment strategies that simplify operations without sacrificing quality or experience.

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ICS2: What You Need to Know Before Shipping to the E.U.

MTS Logistics

If you are exporting goods from the U.S. to Europe, you have probably heard of ICS2. As a U.S.-based freight forwarder, we deal with this system daily and help many exporters stay compliant with it. Understanding what ICS2 is and what steps need to be taken before shipments are sent to the European Union (E.U.) is critical for a successful shipping strategy.

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Rethinking Business Relationships in Supply Chain Management

Talking Logistics

When it comes to working with suppliers, customers, and logistics service providers, most companies still take a Whats In It for Me? approach to business relationships instead of a Whats In It for We? approach. The problem is with the mindset and approach each side has traditionally taken, according to Kate Vitasek, faculty member at. Read more The post Rethinking Business Relationships in Supply Chain Management appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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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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AI Agents: A Transformative Guide for Supply Chain Leaders

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain leaders interested in implementing AI agents should start with clearly defined, limited-scope projects addressing specific pain points.

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CT investment firm buys railroad service provider RailPros

DC Velocity

A Connecticut investment firm has acquired the Irving, Texas-based rail, utilities, and transportation service provider RailPros , saying it intends to help the company grow both organically and through strategic mergers and acquisitions. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but Littlejohn & Co. LLC said it had bought the company from New York-based private equity firm Court Square Capital Partners.

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The 5 Failures of Final Mile with Jason Burns

The Logistics of Logistics

In The 5 Failures of Final Mile, Joe Lynch and Jason Burns , Host of Last2First Podcast and Insurance Producer at CUI Agency, discuss the common mistakes that final mile companies make. About Jason Burns Jason Burns is a native of New Orleans and a passionate business leader in the final mile transportation industry. He is a 2006 graduate of Vanderbilt University where he was a SEC Academic Honor Roll student-athlete in football and selected as the recipient of the Head Coachs Dedication Award.

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Navigating Today’s Tariff Turbulence with Cloud Technology

Logistics Viewpoints

In today’s volatile trade environment, customs brokers and importers are in uncharted waters. The rapid implementation and modification of tariffs, often announced through social media even before formal policy announcements, have created unprecedented challenges for global supply chains. The New Tariff Landscape A rollercoaster of tariff changes has already marked the first half of 2025.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Must-Know Additional Charges That May Occur in Container Drayage

MTS Logistics

Shipping has been slow lately due to recent tariff increases. However, with the tariff hike paused for 90 days, we can expect a surge in imported containers entering the U.S. As a result, ports and rail ramps may experience congestion, leading to a shortage of inland container carriers. This makes it more important than ever to know and understand our rates thoroughly.

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The Wheel Jam Truck Show, staying alive with 'The Village'

Overdrive Online

The Wheel Jam Truck Show in Huron, South Dakota, began in 2002 over beers among friends. It grew from nine trucks the first year to hundreds today. Before its founder passed in 2024, he charged two women with keeping it going.

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Navigating LTL Shipping Essentials in 2025: A Broker’s Field Guide

Turvo

The coming year promises to test every assumption brokers hold about less-than-truckload freight. Density-based class reforms, a post-Yellow capacity shuffle, potential tariff shocks, and the relentless march of e-commerce all converge to make 2025 a watershed moment. Success hinges on mastering a handful of LTL shipping essentials and weaving them into a workflow that feels effortless rather than forced.