logistics disruption Tagged Articles

Layoffs and Bankruptcies

Eric Masotti Friday, June 5, 2020

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Commentary: Uber Freight shows importance of people in logistics

Guest commentator Eric Masotti writes about the importance of technology in logistics - but also underscores the importance of dedicated people to the process.

Logistics

Charley Dehoney Thursday, May 7, 2020

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Commentary: Remote work takes hold in logistics

Like most industries, the work environment of brokers and 3PLs has changed dramatically in the last couple of months. Here are some tools that are…

Supply Chains

The need for a Chief Supply Chain Officer in volatile times (Photo: Krish Iyer/Linkedin)

Vishnu Rajamanickam Wednesday, April 15, 2020

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Is a chief supply chain officer needed?

A chief supply chain officer can be the linchpin connecting all different departments within a retail company, including marketing, finance, sales and accounting.

Air Cargo

Chris Gillis Friday, April 3, 2020

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Damco meets pandemic logistics challenge head-on

No one was prepared for the global shipping disruption caused by COVID-19, but Mike Meierkort said Damco’s resiliency program is “the closest thing to having…

Logistics

Kayla Matthews Tuesday, February 18, 2020

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Six trends changing logistics in 2020

Logistics continues to adapt due to globalization and technological innovations. This article explores trends that may change logistics in 2020.

Logistics

Brian Aoaeh Thursday, January 16, 2020

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Commentary: Modernizing Africa’s logistics capacity, one startup at a time

Brian Aoaeh writes about the challenges and opportunities of logistics in Africa - and what will likely occur in the next few years.

Logistics

Vishnu Rajamanickam Friday, January 3, 2020

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Indian logistics sector in times of the Amazon effect and disruptive structural reforms

India spends 14% of its GDP on logistics; the country’s government is actively looking to reduce that amount by introducing key reforms in the sector.