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Addressing Infrastructure in Brazil, Colombia and Panama

May 15, 2013

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Acting Secretary of Commerce Rebecca Blank will lead a delegation of 20 U.S. firms poised to partner with these three countries on significant infrastructure development projects.

Grow your Business by Going Overseas

May 6, 2013

By Eugene Laney

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The U.S. economy may be on uneven footing, but there’s a glimmer of hope for small businesses that want to buck the national trend and soar to new heights.

Economic Growth to Continue Throughout 2013

May 1, 2013

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According to a new economic forecast, members from the Institute for Supply Management is predicting that both manufacturing and non-manufacturing growth will continue throughout 2013.

Near-Shoring Inaction

Little action on returning manufacturing to North America

May 1, 2013

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Little action on returning manufacturing to North America.

Freight-Based Initiatives

May 1, 2013

By Perry A. Trunick

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Three recent events highlighted the important contribution logistics can make to the growth and vibrancy of a regional economy.

From Green to Black Ink

May 1, 2013

By Dan McCue

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Multi-tier supply chain sustainability is the only way to reduce overall environmental impact.

U.S. REGION: Great Lakes

A Heritage of Trade

On both sides of the Great Lakes, the goal is to improve transportation infrastructure and strengthen trade.

May 1, 2013

By Ken Krizner

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We have to think beyond borders in U.S.-Canada trade, including state and provincial borders, say trade experts.

Hiring Heroes

May 1, 2013

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Any American military veteran will tell you not to call them heroes. After all, “we were just doing our jobs,” they’ll say. With all due respect, most logistics companies (and WT100) would disagree.

International Region: Middle East & Africa

Growth with Caution

Frequently in the headlines, the Middle East and Africa offer positive growth for those who move cautiously.

May 1, 2013

By Mohamed Esa

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Often alongside negative headlines, the Middle East and Africa offer positive growth for those who proceed with caution.

No Opt Out

The issues are too significant to ignore.

April 29, 2013

By Perry A. Trunick

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Introducing the advocacy session at the recent NASSTRAC conference, Mike Regan pointed out that advocacy doesn’t work “unless you work.”

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Kansas City SmartPort Momentum 2013 focused on 3PLs, the issues facing the industry, and the role or logistics in economic development

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Supply chain visibility is an appealing yet elusive capability for most companies. While most recognize the significant benefits that would accrue from comprehensive visibility, few have made it a reality across their global operations. Part of the problem companies seem to have in embracing and implementing visibility is the lack of a comprehensive definition or firm understanding of the transformational potential. In this podcast, World Trade and GT Nexus will discuss the definitions and opportunities as well as how new cloud technology platforms are driving significant value to major companies today.

Speaker: Greg Johnson, Chief Marketing Officer & Co-Founder of GT Nexus

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