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Supply chain traceability is key to sustainability and improved performance

Thursday, July 7, 2022 · Hernan Saenz and Joshua Hinkel
To ensure supply in an increasingly volatile business landscape, companies need more resilient networks. Fast-changing consumer preferences and customization require increased flexibility and speed.
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Top 50 3PL Providers: 3PLs face big challenges and huge rewards in 2022

Wednesday, July 6, 2022 · Karen E. Thuermer
Just like last year, 3PLs continue to face a host of critical and pressing issues that challenge their skills at managing a client’s supply chain. And while company financials for 2021 were staggering, the state of the market in 2022 depends on the pace of global recovery—…
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Transportation innovation: Oxymoron or trend?

Wednesday, July 6, 2022 · Deanna M. Rainwater and John F. McMahon
Companies must face the harsh reality that in addition to increasing transportation capabilities, they need innovative, structurally-driven processes to meet increasing customer expectations.

Exploring Solutions to Tackle Truck Driver Wait Times

Thursday, June 16, 2022 · C3 Solutions
The Carrier, the Shipper, the Solutions Provider, and the Data Expert will come together to share their experiences and insights while answering Dooner's tough questions on why the supply chain is still in crisis mode.

Faster, Cheaper or Greener? How do you optimize shipping and transportation?

Monday, June 13, 2022 · SCMR Staff
Learn how to reduce empty miles, manage inbound transfers and outbound shipments, and shrink your overall transportation spend through continuous improvement and optimization.
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How is same-day delivery becoming a viable strategy for U.S. retailers?

Monday, May 2, 2022 · Thomas O'Connor
The pandemic has changed the conversation. Now is the time to rethink long-standing practices for adoption of a same-day delivery strategy best suited to your operations.
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Top 50 Trucking Companies 2022: Pedal to the metal

Monday, May 2, 2022 · John Schulz
Leading carrier executives say a key strategy for staying on top is creating a company culture that “sets the tone for everything and everybody.” Investing in new equipment, driver training and salaries doesn’t hurt either.

Industrial real estate market conditions remain tight, with space in short supply, says CBRE

Friday, April 29, 2022 · Jeff Berman
CBRE explained that following a record year, in the U.S. industrial real estate market in 2021, market conditions carried over into the first quarter, with strong demand for space remaining the common theme.

Unlocking the Value of Supply Chain Integration

Monday, April 25, 2022 · DHL Supply Chain
Enhancing integration across supply chain partners and supply chain processes can help improve supply chain operations.

Plug Power supplies Walmart with green hydrogen to fuel retailer’s fleet of lift trucks

Wednesday, April 20, 2022 · SCMR Staff
Liquid green hydrogen to fuel up to 9,500 lift trucks across Walmart distribution and fulfillment centers.

The first mile, the last mile and everything in between

Thursday, March 17, 2022 · Bob Trebilcock
Small-to-mid-size retailers struggle to get the scale needed to compete with the big guys on logistics. A supply chain veteran says there’s a better way.

Five Emerging Technologies Accelerating Supply Chain Digitalization in 2022

Tuesday, March 15, 2022 · DHL Supply Chain
Automation and digital technology represent the next frontier in supply chain optimization.

How to help your 3PLs manage returns better

Friday, March 4, 2022 · By Dan Pellathy, Ivan Russo and Ayman Omar
So many companies want to tighten control over their 3PL returns processes. However, research suggests that the best approach may be to let go.
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Time for Shippers and 3PLs to Innovate Together

Tuesday, March 1, 2022 · Sarah Banks, Managing Director, Global Lead Freight & Logistics Accenture
A strong collaboration between 3PLs and shippers can help to bring innovative solutions that will benefit both in the future. To do so, shippers must express their needs and challenges, and 3PLs must listen and find paths to address and adapt—and both must recognize the…
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Many Happy Returns

Tuesday, March 1, 2022 · Gary Forger
Returns are a proverbial mess for all but the most accomplished retailers. Going forward, part of a company’s reputation and success will be a reflection of the sophistication and responsiveness of their reverse logistics strategy and processes.
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