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Cross-Border Logistics for Mexico Is Complex—We Can Make It Simple
For the first half of 2024, the Census Bureau reported a record-breaking $415.4 billion in goods flowing between the United States and Mexico, but many American companies still allow transportation challenges to stop them from crossing over.
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4 Strategies to Reduce Rail Demurrage Costs
3PLs can take a proactive approach to significantly reduce demurrage fees charged by rail carriers. Here are four ways to minimize these costs.
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How to Build Decades-Long Partnerships in a Dynamic Supply Chain Industry
Discover how Comprehensive Logistics can revolutionize your supply chain with cutting-edge 3PL solutions that foster long-term global customer relationships.
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The Inflation Reduction Act’s Clean Energy Boom Benefits Logistics
When the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was signed into law in 2022, it was widely hailed as the most important piece of U.S. climate legislation ever passed.
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Unlocking Success in Heavy/Specialized Transportation & Logistics
Navigating heavy/specialized transportation can be complex—just like the loads themselves. Here’s how companies can manage these shipments.
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How to Future-Proof Your Supply Chain from Freight Embargoes
With CarrierConnect XL and transit service alerts, shippers can make better decisions during a freight embargo to mitigate disruptions in less-than-truckload service.
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How Artificial Intelligence Will Impact the Supply Chain in 2024
From warehousing to risk assessment, here’s how generative artificial intelligence solutions could help address supply chain complexity and resiliency challenges in 2024 and beyond.
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5 Ways AI-Powered Logistics Maximize Eco Savings
Logistics providers increasingly turn to artificial intelligence to help operate sustainable and cost-effective supply chains.
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How Santa Can Amp Up Your Battery Storage
Here’s how to address your battery storage issues before the next peak season to ensure you’re a Santa and not a Grinch.
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Supply Chains Champion AI and Other Technologies for Sustainability, Efficiency Gains
Key findings from the 2023 MHI Annual Report, “The Responsible Supply Chain,” highlight artificial intelligence as the most impactful technology for supply chains.
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Freight APIs Put the Power of LTL Data at the Industry’s Fingertips
LTL freight APIs (application programming interfaces) aren’t just for industry giants. Small to mid-sized companies can benefit from the power of LTL API connectivity.
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Best in Class for 3PL Selection Criteria
It’s crucial that you find the contract logistics provider that’s the best fit for your business. Here are some expert tips to ensure success.
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How to Choose Drayage Software That Keeps You Ahead of the Game
Here’s a guide through the process of successfully selecting the best drayage software for your business.
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How Automation Can Expand Your Site Selection Options
By reducing the need to locate your warehouse or DC close to a population center, automation can lead to efficiency gains and cost savings at a new site.
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Better Service, Lower Cost—The LTL Electronic Bill of Lading
Future Proofing Your Shipment Lifecycle with Electronic Bills of Lading
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Specialized Products Require Specialized Logistics Capabilities
Before engaging a logistics partner to help you store or move inventory with unique requirements, verify the provider has the capabilities for handling specialized products.
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Finding Stability in a Turbulent Truckload Market
SMC³’s Cost Intelligence System provides a freight costing tool that helps carriers make better decisions and achieve profitability in both inflationary and deflationary times.
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Omnichannel Fulfillment for Retail E-Commerce
Here’s how to double shipping capacity without doubling your staff. Start with a full stack warehouse management system (WMS) toolset.
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If You Are Struggling with Freight Delivering On-Time, Partner with a Quality 3PL Freight Provider
The right third-party logistics freight provider (3PL) can help you improve on-time performance as well as achieve long-term goals using its expertise and services.
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What Does the Post-Pandemic Fulfillment Model Look Like?
With both just-in-time and just-in-case strategies posing challenges, approaching e-commerce fulfillment with these four best practices is the key in 2023.
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