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Logistics Trends & The State of Freight: A Freighter’s World – Moving Cargo in 2018

Forto

The quality of work in effective management logistics and freight forwarding is more critical than ever. Freight never sleeps in the global world of e-commerce. Also, shippers must even understand a few things about this year’s logistics trends. Any change in tariffs will increase freight rates. higher this year.

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Is Sustainability Really a Problem with Matt McLelland

The Logistics of Logistics

In his role as VP of Sustainability and Innovation he works directly with senior leadership to research future trends in the logistics industry and evaluate their applicability to Covenant’s strategy of providing more affordable, safer, cleaner delivery of product. The company also engages in used equipment sales and leasing business.

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The State Of Logistics Outsourcing

247 Customs Broker

Shippers most frequently outsource domestic transportation, warehousing, international transportation, customs brokerage, and freight forwarding. Less frequently outsourced activities continue to be those that are more strategic and customer-facing. November 13, 2018 | By Inbound Logistics Staff.

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[INFOGRAPHIC] Selecting & Managing Logistics Companies & Emerging Logistics Tech Trends

GlobalTranz

The rationale for outsourcing certain manufacturing and supply chain processes, such as transportation management, fulfillment, and more to logistics companies is evident and clear. For organizations currently considering outsourcing certain processes to third-party logistics companies, few decisions carry a greater risk or opportunity.

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3PL Trends: 10 Areas Shippers Consider as They Increase Their Use of Third Party

247 Customs Broker

Communication and Collaboration is the Backbone of 3PL Trends. In tandem with major trends occurring in manufacturing and logistics throughout the globe, communication and collaboration will take center stage in the 3PL trends between shippers and their partners in 2018. 3PLs Will Leverage Technology to Reduce Last-Mile Costs.

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The Top 2019 Logistics Trends Shippers Should Know About

247 Customs Broker

Unfortunately, companies that fail to stay in line with the top 2019 logistics trends could face uncertainty and lost competitive advantage, so let’s look at some of the top trends shippers should know to stay successful. The Right Logistics Service Provider Can Help You Navigate the 2019 Logistics Trends. ker@ehpub.com.

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Top Logistics & Supply Chain Blogs We Followed in 2018 & Suggest You Follow in 2019

Shipchain

The blog is run by Lilly and Associates and covers a huge range of topics from drop shipping, outsourced fulfillment, the trucking shortage, U.S.-China Overdrive specializes in trucking needs, offering the latest trends and statistics on the trucking industry, new technologies, regulations and more. Ship Lilly. More Than Shipping.