Archive: Dec 2011

Rob O'Brian

Joplin is Rebuilding and Open for Business

On May 22, 2011, the most devastating, deadly single U.S. tornado in six decades ripped through the city of Joplin, Missouri and the neighboring village of Duquesne. With winds of nearly 300 miles per hour, the tornado carved a path 10 miles long and nearly one mile wide through the two communities. The death toll […]

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Dedicated Refrigerated Fleet Helps Food Distributor Keep Its Cool

Dedicated Refrigerated Fleet Helps Food Distributor Keep Its Cool

THE CUSTOMER: United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI), Providence, Rhode Island UNFI is a U.S. independent national distributor of natural, organic, and specialty foods and related products, including nutritional supplements, personal care items, and organic produce. THE PARTNER: Cardinal Logistics, Concord, North Carolina The third-party logistics (3PL) provider serves multiple industries nationwide with dedicated contract carriage, […]

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Supply Chain Graduates: Now What?

Supply Chain Graduates: Now What?

Top-performing supply chains focus on attracting and retaining talent—both technical ability and leadership. Here’s how to find and nurture true supply chain competency.

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Mitigating Supply Chain Risk

Mitigating Supply Chain Risk

Today’s logistics and supply chain managers grapple with volatility, risk, and uncertainty. Learn what you can do to prepare for the unexpected.

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