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Business as Usual
Business writers are often expected to have quick – if sometimes glib – answers to some of the most daunting questions on financial trends and outcomes. And while global logistics is one of the more volatile industries we must try to understand, it is certainly no more oblique than the world of trade publishing in which we work. As a consequence, the most truthful response to ... More
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In today’s global environment, all shipments are mission critical. With that in mind, Burnson's blog will address core trade and transport concerns expressed by logistics and supply chain managers worldwide. He'll share exclusive intelligence on waterborne carriage, services and seaports as well as risk mitigation and deployment strategies. Other areas of focus will be on air cargo and regulatory issues.
Cheer Up! 4,000,000 People Got Hired In 2009
The readers of this Blog know that TranzAct has proclaimed March the month to Invest in Yourself. . Yesterday TranzAct released our second On the Record interview in the “Invest In Yourself” series. Folks, it is (if you don’t mind me bragging) fantastic! It features John Challenger, CEO of Challenger Grey and Christmas, Rick Abraham author of the best selling Mr. Schmooze, and ... More
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An industry veteran looks at the things that are occuring in your marketplace and their potential impact on your business.
Near-shoring back in style?
Yesterday, the Wall Street Journal ran a story about how Caterpillar is considrering relocating some heavy equipment overseas production to the U.S. The article noted pretty early on that this practice-commonly known as onshoring or near-shoring-”is gaining momentum as a weak U.S. dollar makes it costlier to import products from overseas.” The article also made mention of how followi ... More
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Just another NWP - Blogs weblog
A Broken Arrow for Christmas.
The news first came from a Linked-In message to drivers at Arrow Trucking about getting home for the holidays and starting the search for a new job on Monday. A quick Google search brought up from the Christian Science Monitor story about the sudden shutdown of flatbed hauler Arrow Truck Lines. . Short and sweet - On Tuesday - December 22, Arrow Trucking of Tulsa, OK shut down. It was swift - a ... More
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The age of cost control in logistics through simple rate negotiation is gone. Today the focus of successful logistics operations is not centered on costs, it's centered on value. In this blog, I'll help shippers and carriers focus on change, how to create an atmosphere of positive change, and how to encourage and incubate change throughout the supply chain.
Upcoming Holiday
China will be celebrating their National Day holiday next week. The holiday lasts 1 week and there is limited business activity that week. It is important to make plan around this work stoppage in order to avoid any disruptions in your supply chain. China will also be imposing restrictions on packages sent leading up to and during the holiday. An article on the the postal restrictions can be found ... More
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Establishing a supply chain into China remains one of the biggest challenges for many logistics and supply chain managers. Logistics Management’s China Logistics blog aims to demystify this daunting tasking by offering news/trends analysis, Q&A sessions, and tips designed help shippers establish an effective logistics and supply chain strategy into China.
New Stimulus Plan - Snow Swept Trailers
In this week’s TT, an article about East/NE states wanting to fine drivers for not sweeping the snow off their tractors/trailers. While snow and/or any flying debris is a problem, this issue could create problems for shippers and receivers who do not have covered loading and unloading areas. If a law is passed that would fine a driver for moving a snow covered trailer… wou ... More
About this blog
The issues facing shippers and their internal and external business partners are real to at least one of the parties involved. They are often impacted by the regulatory process, politics, and most likely by the "It's all about Me" factors.
Pragmatists and Sophists are invited to join us as we highlight and try to unravel the issues which challenge the efficiency of America's logistical programs.