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Logistics in Crisis: The Nepal EarthquakesMay 26, 2015
Recently, Nepal has been hit by a second major earthquake in less than three weeks. It had 7.3-magnitude and it killed 65 people and more than 1,200 injured. Issues that have hindered aid groups and relief supply chains are the country’s customs...
Written by: Kelli Saunders
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President, Consumer & Industrial Logistics at GENCO on their challenges and solutionsMay 19, 2015
Andy Smith President, Consumer & Industrial Logistics at GENCO on their challenges and solutions reflects on what eft’s 3PL award nomination means to GENCO and how they’re preparing for continuous improvement.
Written by: EFT Editor
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Attract More Truck Drivers Using Online Job BoardsMay 19, 2015
In the transportation industry, competition is fierce. It is a constant struggle for carriers to attract and retain top-quality talent to fill their need for drivers. Today, I will discuss a few tips for carriers to attract more truck drivers online. I’...
Written by: EFT Editor
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What Factors Impact Carrier Pricing?
May 19, 2015
Does your business fit into the carrier’s service network? Is your freight ugly or attractive? And how does that impact pricing? One of our recent white papers addresses these questions.
Written by: Kevin McCarthy
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Value-adding Features of a Great Freight Rating System Within a TMSMay 19, 2015
Freight rating software is a necessity for shippers and 3PLs. There is more at stake in the choice of a freight rating system. One that is integrated with TMS offers more value for customers and better leverage when negotiating contracts with additional...
Written by: Adam Robinson
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Slow Progress on Infrastructure
May 12, 2015
John Wagner's latest article explores some of the key issues with infrastructure spending and the MAP-21 reauthorization
Written by: John Wagner Jr
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Navigating The End-to-End Journey
May 12, 2015
Wang Laboratories. Eastman Kodak. Nokia. Blockbuster. Polaroid. Xerox. What do these names have in common?
Written by: Lora Cecere
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A New Way to Order Those Cute Pair of Shoes?May 12, 2015
Just launched last week, Google now allows users to order food straight from its search results.
Written by: Cathy Morrow Roberson
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International Women’s Day? What Are They Doing Out of the Kitchen?May 1, 2015
Hear from Kelli Saunders, Morai Logistics CEO as she discusses her path into logistics, her thoughts on bringing more women into the industry, and how she sees her role in addressing inequality in logistics as a female CEO.
Written by: eft writers
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XPO to Acquire Norbert Dentressangle – Thoughts From 36,000ft on What This Means for the Logistics Industry, for XPO and Those People Who Struggle to Pronounce French NamesApr 30, 2015
Chris Saynor, eft CEO shares his thoughts on the recent acquisition
Written by: eft writers
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Here Come the Drones…Apr 28, 2015
The Federal Aviation (FAA) granted approval to e-retailing giant Amazon.com to test-fly their new advanced drones, under certain provision, for potential delivery. This latest petition received quick approval from the FAA compared to past efforts this...
Written by: Kelli Saunders
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Why India’s E-Commerce Boom Will Look Nothing Like China’sApr 27, 2015
China’s e-commerce growth trajectory is often compared to India’s, based on one single factor: Internet penetration.
Written by: EFT Editor
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Infographic: Interesting Facts & Financial Breakdown of the Global Logistics MarketApr 27, 2015
For many logistics is as simple as the movement of goods from one place to another. For business it is a trillion dollar industry, which can be vital in staying ahead of your competitors.
Written by: Adam Robinson
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A Not So Distant Look at how the Industrial Internet of Things Could Change the Services Provided by 3PLsApr 20, 2015
As manufacturing, transportation, and every aspect of humanity evolves in modernity, reliance upon the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to grow and impact every facet of civilization. Another term, as it more relates to manufacturing, distribution,...
Written by: Adam Robinson
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Reflections on Integrated Supply Chain PlanningApr 17, 2015
Why would companies implement solutions that cost more, were longer to deploy, and had lower user satisfaction? Read Lora Cecere's thoughts on this.
Written by: Lora Cecere
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Where Will You Manufacture? Near-shoring vs. Re-shoring
Apr 15, 2015
A lack of quality space remains one of the biggest challenges facing manufacturers in the U.S. Emerging technological advances, such as improved measuring/process control, advanced digital technologies and sustainable manufacturing, have made many older...
Written by: Kelli Saunders
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Managing Third Party Logistics While Embracing Technology
Apr 14, 2015
Today’s business leaders are faced with the task of creating more efficient processes while keeping costs down. In order to stay competitive in a digital age, they need to stay aggressive in transforming their supply chains, and budget remains a barrier...
Written by: EFT Editor
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How Can Data Improve Supplier Decisions?
Apr 14, 2015
A growing trend across all industries has been the application of big data, with the use of algorithms and the hiring of data scientists becoming commonplace. As businesses collect and store an ever increasing amount of data, the algorithms required to...
Written by: Anonymous
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Muda & The 7 Deadly Wastes of Co-Pack
Apr 14, 2015
When you think about waste in your facility, are you just thinking about subcomponent materials or defective finished goods that are thrown away or rejected?
Written by: EFT Editor
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Transport Safety Begins With Safety In The Chain
Apr 9, 2015
A nasty scratch on a car in the store's parking lot: things like that can happen. Was it the truck driver's fault, or are we putting so much pressure on our logistics chains that we are basically asking for accidents to happen? "Trucks...
Written by: Walther Ploos van Amstel
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TCS, Wipro, TechM, Infy are Key to Apple's Supply ChainApr 8, 2015
Apple is secretive about almost everything it does. And among its best kept secrets is the work it does with Indian IT vendors.
Written by: EFT Editor
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The ILWU and Panama
Apr 8, 2015
While many shippers remain skeptical about the motives and tactics of today’s International Longshore and Warehouse Union, there remains a very progressive mission within the organization that deserves praise.
Written by: EFT Editor
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3 Ways to Become an Attractive Shipper to CarriersApr 7, 2015
How many carriers come to the dock every day? What are the parameters and limitations of what is being done at the dock today? How quickly are trucks loaded and unloaded?
Written by: Brian Tonn
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In House Logistics vs. Outsourced Logistics: Big & Small Brands Alike are Targeting 3PL ServicesApr 7, 2015
Having a 3PL provider handling logistics and transportation functions streamlines the efficiency for both shippers who move thousands of pounds of freight every day. Overall, the benefits of going 3PL are exponentially increasing thanks to the growth of...
Written by: Adam Robinson
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In Latin America’s Booming e-Commerce Sector, Start-ups Aim to Improve on LogisticsApr 1, 2015
When Latin America’s e-commerce heavyweights make the headlines, reports often focus on the multi-million funding rounds they keep raising again and again from high-profile global funds. However, not much is said about how this capital influx is...
Written by: EFT Editor