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What’s One Costly Assumption in Logistics or Supply Chain Management?
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What’s One Costly Assumption in Logistics or Supply Chain Management?

Treating turnover as a normal expense. Losing skilled people disrupts workflows, slows productivity, and increases recruiting and training costs. A better approach is investing in retention as an operational strategy—strong leadership, clear career paths, and engagement systems. Keeping great talent is far cheaper and helps protect service levels, culture, and supply chain stability. –Rebecca Wilson […]

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Prevent Supply Chain Disruptions With These AI Hacks 
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Prevent Supply Chain Disruptions With These AI Hacks 

Port slowdowns, supplier failures, and demand surges tend to surface faster than traditional planning tools can respond. Artificial intelligence is changing the calculus by compressing the time between detection and decision. The three strategies below outline where AI delivers the most practical leverage: autonomous exception handling, scenario stress testing via digital twins, and unstructured data […]

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IN BRIEF: New Services and Solutions
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IN BRIEF: New Services and Solutions

The Hyster J45-70A is an updated electric counterbalanced forklift, with zero exhaust emissions, in the 4,500- to 7,000-pound capacity range. Designed for industrial operations, it can be configured with a range of drive motor and battery options for outdoor and indoor applications.

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Making the Business Case Amidst the Rapid Proliferation of Advanced Fleet Technology
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Making the Business Case Amidst the Rapid Proliferation of Advanced Fleet Technology

Commercial fleets have never had more technology available to them. Advanced powertrains, AI-driven analytics, connected vehicles, new safety systems, and digital platforms – all promising better visibility, lower costs, and improved uptime. For shippers and carriers alike, the question is no longer whether these solutions exist. The question is whether fleets are deploying the right […]

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What is Lead Time in Supply Chain?
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What is Lead Time in Supply Chain?

So, what is lead time in supply chain operations? This article provides a comprehensive overview of lead time in supply chain management, tailored for supply chain professionals, business managers, and anyone involved in logistics or operations. You’ll learn what lead time is, why it matters, the different types of lead time, how to measure and […]

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Powering Progress with Electrification
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Powering Progress with Electrification

The utility sector is at the heart of an electrification wave. As societies pivot from fossil fuels to electricity, utilities and power generation companies are not just managing grids; they are driving the charge. Power providers are being asked to deliver more electricity than ever—faster, cleaner, and more reliably—while modernizing outdated infrastructure and contending with fragile global supply chains.

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NOTED: Supply Chain Highlights
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NOTED: Supply Chain Highlights

MILESTONES: Boeing set a new record for Boeing 777 Freighter deliveries in 2025, with plans to deliver at least 35 by year-end, surpassing previous highs and reflecting strong demand as airlines modernize fleets and face limited new freighter options.

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