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Expect Weak Dry Van Truckload Pricing Conditions to Continue into 2024

Friday, December 15, 2023 · Jason Miller
Given where spot market prices are at and demand for services holding steady, slow attrition of capacity should help stave off further downward pressure on rates, says Michigan State’s Jason Miller.

Exclusive: DispatchTrack Survey Finds Economy, Rising Costs Worry Logistics Pros

Tuesday, December 5, 2023 · Brian Straight
A new DispatchTrack survey finds logistics businesses remain concerned about an uncertain economy and rising operational costs in the last mile.

Supply Chain Digitalization Trends for 2024 and Beyond

Monday, December 4, 2023 · DHL Supply Chain
Supply Chain Digitalization Trends for 2024 and Beyond. Looking ahead there are numerous advances that have the potential to drive further improvements in all aspects of supply chain management.

How 3PLs Ensure Fresh Produce Supply for Thanksgiving Feasts

Thursday, November 23, 2023 · Dani Etkin-Spigelman, chief revenue officer, TA Services
While most people sit at the Thanksgiving dinner table and enjoy the feast before them, few recognize the role logistics and the broader supply chain play in getting the food to the table.

Enhance Your 3PL Operations in 2024 with the Latest Technology Solutions

Tuesday, November 21, 2023 · SCMR Staff
Streamline Your Supply Chain with Zebra & Qualcomm's Proven Solutions. Improve Efficiency, Accuracy & Resilience. Learn More!

Unlocking Shareholder Value: Mastering the Supply Chain

Tuesday, November 21, 2023 · Lee A. Clair and Steven Fox
The supply chain provides a means for mid-cap companies to improve shareholder and equity value, if they pull the right levers

October retail sales are mixed

Thursday, November 16, 2023 · LM Staff
Commerce reported that total October retail sales, at $705.0 billion, were off 0.1% compared to September and posted a 2.5% annual gain. NRF reported that October retail sales, which does not include automobile dealers, gasoline stations, and restaurants, increased 3.1%…

32nd Annual Study of Logistics and Transportation Trends: Navigating a Shallow Pool of Resources

Friday, November 10, 2023 · Christopher A. Boone, PH.D, Associate Professor, Mississippi State; Karl B. Mandrodt, PH.D., Professor, Geogia College and State University; Joseph Tillman, Manager Education Programs, SMC3; Jason Shin, PH.D., Assistant Professor, Mississippi State
Logistics operations are facing a human capital crisis that poses a threat to both performance and competitiveness. The 32nd Annual Study of Logistics and Transportation Trends examines how businesses are competing for talent, and adopting technology to stay ahead of the…

J.B. Hunt, BNSF Launch Intermodal Service Offering

Thursday, November 9, 2023 · Jeff Berman
J.B. Hunt and BNSF have launched a new intermodal service to address the service-sensitive highway freight needs of customer supply chains.

Shifting Strategies to Combat Rising Freight Costs

Thursday, November 2, 2023 · Corey DeSantis and Ashley Hetrick
An overreliance on mini-bids to keep freight costs down has become detrimental to the shipper/carrier relationship and fails to produce the expected cost savings.
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Fortifying the future: Procurement’s role in building resilient organizations

Wednesday, November 1, 2023 · Alberto Todeschini and Bas van Rooijen
The need to establish resilient supply chains capable of withstanding and swiftly recovering from disruptions has become a strategic imperative.
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Measuring and reporting Scope 3 emissions

Wednesday, November 1, 2023 · Marisa Brown, Senior Principal Research Lead, APQC
Prioritize based on supplier impact, and don’t forget your lower tiers.

Convoy Likely Won’t Be the Last Brokerage Shutdown

Thursday, October 26, 2023 · Jeff Berman
The shutdown of digital broker Convoy has sent shockwaves through the freight world, but it may not be the last freight brokerage to close its doors.

UPS Battling Back from Volumes Loss; Announces Acquisition of Reverse Logistics Specialist

Thursday, October 26, 2023 · Brian Straight
UPS said consolidated revenue fell 12.8% in Q3, but that it was winning back business lost during contract negotiations with the Teamsters.

Fighting Fraud Requires a Multi-Step Approach

Monday, October 23, 2023 · Brian Straight
Fraud remains a concern among carriers, shippers and 3PLs, but fighting back remains a complex and time-consuming process.
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