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The State of the Trucking Market in 2021

GlobalTranz

The added strain on resources is on track to force high freight volumes to continue well into the next year. Fewer labor resources are available to meet the rising demand in both the warehouse and in transit. ? A Possible Stimulus on the Horizon May Increase the Challenge of Procurement Through Peak Season. As highlighted by?

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The Fallacy of the Self-driving Supply Chain

Supply Chain Shaman

Headline news that day was Theranos’, once-Silicon Valley star Elizabeth Holmes, 38, sentenced to over 11 years in prison by a United States District Court for defrauding investors of her firm to revolutionize blood-testing technology. As shown in Figure 1, the reporting relationships vary. Are the plans executed?

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50 Online Resources for Aspiring Supply Chain Scholars

Supply Chain Opz

To help you become successful, we have put together 50 online resources that you will definitely find helpful. Resources: Data.gov 2. Resource: Google Public Data 3. Track public policy development on Pew Research Center At Pew Research Center, you can browse the report related to public policy published since 1983.

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Top 6 Retail Logistics Software Companies in the US

Locus

Locus has earned its reputation as one of the premier retail logistics software companies in the United States by consistently delivering exceptional results for a diverse array of clients. Currently, Descartes is focusing on improving export limitations, adoption of regulations, and search preference settings.

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The Impact to Peak Season Transportation Management With Exponential E-Commerce Grow

Intelligent Audit

As shippers, carriers, and retailers across the country prepare for parcel peak shipping and increasing peak season transportation demands, the need for effective and affordable management processes is critical. Peak Season Transportation Management Depends on Applying Actionable Insights.

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The Top Three Keys to Creating an Exceptional Customer Experience during National Returns Week

Logistics Viewpoints

Each year in the United States, the return of goods purchased for the holidays usually peaks on one day in early January; the volume is so significant the day has been designated National Returns Day. This year, due to an increased number of e-commerce purchases, retailers and shippers will experience National Returns Week.

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5 Best Logistics Books to Keep Within Reach

Supply Chain Opz

In the United States, the median wage for a Logistics Manager is around $70,000 annually. Another unique point of this book is that it presents the "real estate outsourcing" concept which is different from the facility location concept (math model) in other books in logistics and supply chain management. Our Rating: 5/5 2.