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Transportation costs drive regional divide

Logistics Business Magazine

The study, conducted by Economist Impact, surveyed executive-level participants representing businesses in 26 major countries across the globe. The research was commissioned by DP World , global logistics company and a key participant in the World Logistics Passport. For example, 42.5% This compared to 19.9%

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State of Global Logistics: Delivering above and beyond

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A recent series of surveys conducted by a prominent industry think tank indicates that the current state of global logistics is characterized by extreme urgency and the pressure to deliver above and beyond—regardless of mode. In each case, innovation and disruption was regarded as a “double-edged” sword.

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Navigating the Loading Bay’s Hidden Risks

Logistics Business Magazine

Companies have fewer experienced employees who are knowledgeable about their operations, processes, and safety procedures to lead by example. For the reasons mentioned, recruiting new employees to replace the logistics workforce has proven extremely difficult. Despite the logistics sector employing more than 2.6

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HfS Research and Accenture encourage Logistics Managers to embrace Intelligent Operations

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The survey of 460 respondents across the globe found that organizations which harness the combination of innovative talent, diverse data, and applied intelligence will be best placed to overcome digital disruption and utilize data-driven insights to drive superior business outcomes and enhance the customer experience. Subscribe today.

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Ocean Carrier Trends: Containing capacity while remaining poised for growth

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There’s little doubt that trade wars in these arenas could reshape global maritime trade patterns and dampen UNCTAD’s cautiously optimistic forecast. As we usher in 2019, many industry analysts are telling logistics managers to begin planning for a major transformational event coming into play for the ocean cargo sector a year from now.

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U.S. Port Update Part 1: Infrastructure Shortfalls Driving Innovation

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This inaugural “Navis Business Bellwether” survey was conducted in September and October of 2018 and includes responses from more than 175 maritime industry executives and logistics managers. A recent survey conducted by the on-line forwarder iContainers lists the 10 ports U.S. Perception counts.

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Top 30 U.S. Ports 2017: Digitization is driving change

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The journey toward digitization has not been an easy one, recalls Jon Slangerup , CEO of Atlanta-based American Global Logistics. But as a seasoned logistics veteran, he recognizes that U.S. Port terminal survey reveals more on automation trends. says Gupta. million, a new record for Savannah.