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IN BRIEF: New Services and Solutions
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IN BRIEF: New Services and Solutions

The launch of double-stacked rail operations to and from the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore marked a milestone, enhancing transport cost efficiency and environmental benefits. Part of the Howard Street Tunnel Project, double-stacked operations open new opportunities for intermodal rail service in the Northeast and from the Port of Baltimore to Midwest markets, generating thousands of new jobs and delivering benefits to the region months earlier than expected.

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Inbound Logistics: Processes, Comparisons, and Optimization vs Outbound Logistics
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Inbound Logistics: Processes, Comparisons, and Optimization vs Outbound Logistics

  Both inbound and outbound logistics play important roles in the processes, comparisons, and optimization of supply chain management that businesses must understand to achieve maximum efficiency. These two types of logistics are essential for the smooth functioning of an organization’s operations. This blog post will provide a thorough overview of inbound and outbound logistics, […]

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What’s Your Supply Chain Resolution for 2025?
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What’s Your Supply Chain Resolution for 2025?

Advance claims compliance to further supply chain visibility. Using standardized data sharing and RFID enables swift product identification and streamlines claims-related exchanges, helping stakeholders reduce manual effort. –Jonathan Gregory Director of Global Standards GS1 US Boost supply chain agility with enhanced demand forecasting and automated replenishment as 2025 will come with global trade uncertainty and […]

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Logistics Management: Definition, Functions, and Benefits
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Logistics Management: Definition, Functions, and Benefits

Logistics management functions encompass various activities and processes critical to the success of businesses across multiple industries. Understanding how these functions work and their importance is vital for any company aiming to optimize its supply chain, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction. From ensuring inventory management is spot on to navigating the complexities of transportation […]

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Insourcing vs Outsourcing: Definitions, Advantages, Differences
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Insourcing vs Outsourcing: Definitions, Advantages, Differences

As businesses seek to gain a competitive edge while controlling costs, understanding the nuances between insourcing and outsourcing is essential for their success. Throughout this blog post, we will dive into the definitions of both insourcing and outsourcing practices. Then, we’ll explore their advantages and potential drawbacks in various scenarios. Furthermore, we will provide insight […]

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Shipper Owned Container (SOC): What It Is, Types, and Benefits
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Shipper Owned Container (SOC): What It Is, Types, and Benefits

Shipper owned containers (SOCs) offer businesses more control over their shipping needs and flexibility compared to carrier owned containers (COCs). These shipping containers are purchased or leased by businesses, allowing them to manage container ownership without relying solely on shipping lines. In recent years, the use of SOCs has grown significantly, with businesses increasingly looking […]

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What Supply Chain Term Will Be Top of Mind in 2025?
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What Supply Chain Term Will Be Top of Mind in 2025?

Convergence because we can’t afford to have planning and operations working in their separate silos where plans can’t be executed or if they can they are very expensive to execute. Good companies plan. Great companies execute. –Tom Moore Founder & CEO ProvisionAi Optimization. 2025 will be a year of optimization as companies look to offset […]

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AI Power Drives Supply Chain Gymnastics
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AI Power Drives Supply Chain Gymnastics

If you’re reading Inbound Logistics, you already drank the supply chain Kool-Aid. But many others in our audience are tasting the inbound logistics brew for the first time. “Inbound logistics makes sense,” they say as they sip. “But it’s a lot more complicated than just letting my vendors and logistics partners control my inbound flow.  I just don’t think I can handle that.” It tastes great, […]

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9 Types of Containerized Cargo Compared and Explained
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9 Types of Containerized Cargo Compared and Explained

In commercial shipping and logistics, containerized cargo plays a pivotal role in facilitating the efficient transportation of goods across international borders. This method of shipping has revolutionized the industry by providing a standardized way to handle various types of cargo, making it easier to load, transport, and unload goods quickly and safely.  As global trade […]

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