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Food Shippers Go Green
From PepsiCo to Land O’Lakes, these food manufacturers and producers have sustainability best practices down pat.
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Logistics Grads Suit Up for the Future
Universities and corporations are working together to arm logistics graduates with the skills they need to move from the classroom to the conference room.
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Time-Critical Transport: Devising a Master Plan
Time-critical shipping doesn’t have to be expensive, inefficient, or wasteful—as long as it’s all part of the plan.
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Vendor Compliance: Setting Them Straight
Drive out inefficiencies and boost customer service by aligning with vendors to meet your supply chain goals.
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Event Logistics: On With the Show
Behind every trade show, promotional event, B2B expo, and pop-up retail extravaganza stands a team of highly skilled logistics specialists.
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Intermodal Efficiencies
How shippers save money without sacrificing service by letting railroads handle the long hauls.
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Railroad Operations: Where Safety and Innovation Converge
New processes, technology, and policies help ensure rail cargo security and prevent accidents.
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Inbound Logistics’ 2013 Shipping Lines Guide
Since economic recession began spreading around the world in 2008, the ocean freight industry has been in a period of marked transition. The rise and fall of global economies has precipitated a similar effect as global steamship lines try to balance capacity to demand—all while seeking rate stability and reducing costs. Larger, greener ships are […]
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Trucking Perspectives 2013
Shippers and carriers face myriad uncertainties as the economy slowly begins to recover. Will compliance with new regulations raise rates? Is a capacity crunch on the horizon? Do green mandates raise red flags? And what about a driver shortage? Inbound Logistics’ exclusive trucking market research survey provides some in-depth answers.
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The Nuts and Bolts of the Automotive Aftermarket Supply Chain
Whether it’s time for a tune-up, a vehicle won’t start, or a teenager just wants to pimp his ride, auto aftermarket supply chains are geared up to deliver the parts and accessories that keep drivers on the road.
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Building Capacity Through Specialized Truckers
Forming partnerships with specialized and diversified truckers can help secure capacity when there’s none to be found.
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Retailers Try I.T. On for Size
As retailers shop for ways to adapt to e-commerce and changing consumer behaviors, logistics technology provides the perfect fit.
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Scantastic Bar-Code Tracking Tools
New product traceability requirements are making bar codes an essential part of many supply chains.
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Feeding the Line
When you make materials or components for other companies, their production rhythms become just as important as your own.
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Lift Trucks on the Rise
Ready to invest in new and upgraded lift trucks to boost warehouse efficiency? Consider these three trends before making your move.
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Inbound Logistics’ Summer Reading Guide 2013
Hitting the beach this summer? Don’t forget to bring something to read. Whether you need just a little brushing up, or are looking for the latest best practices to streamline your supply chain, sharpen your logistics skills with these books covering everything from Lean practices to information technology.
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Hiring Heroes: A Good Deal for U.S. Companies
The logistics sector is waging war against high unemployment among veterans with aggressive hiring programs that benefit both sides.
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Middle East/North Africa: MENA at Work
As Middle East and North Africa (MENA) countries pursue political transformation and economic diversification, transportation and logistics investment is the cornerstone to future growth.
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Supply Chain Remodeling
When supply chains need a fresh look, 3PLs can draft a blueprint for renovation.
Read More2013 3PL Perspectives: Drafting a Blueprint for Growth
Inbound Logistics’ ninth-annual 3PL Perspectives market research report documents how 3PLs are differentiating their value proposition beyond transactional services—creating an outsourcing blueprint for shippers to grow, in spite of economic uncertainties.
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