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February 2018 Logistics Management

<p><strong>In this Issue: </strong></p>

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    <li>State of Global Logistics: Delivering above and beyond</li>
    <li>Ocean carrier trends</li>
    <li>Taking GTM to the next level</li>
    <li>Guarding against cyber threats</li>
    <li>Quarterly Transportation Market Update: LTL market in high gear</li>
</ul>

February 28, 2018 · The Supply Chain Group editorial team offers Logistics Management readers a preview of the latest warehouse and distribution center management equipment, automation and software products that will be introduced on this year’s trade show floor.
February 28, 2018 · Over the years, we watched with growing concern as the consolidation of the domestic small package/express market turned in to what looked and acted like a two-company oligarchy. It was clear that two companies dominated the current and future parcel express market for U.S. shippers.
February 1, 2018 · Industry experts agree that costs across all sectors worldwide will continue to rise in 2018, and the most successful shippers will be those that are able to mitigate their impact on profitability. And, the right technology will play an increasingly vital role in driving efficiencies across the global logistics network.
February 1, 2018 · Distributed order management, autonomous robots, blockchain and warehousing software are all working together to help retailers more effectively manage their end-to-end supply chains.
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