Many pharmaceutical supply chain best practices have application in other industries – from food to retail to aerospace – including returns management.

The 3 Faces of Trucking’s Future

April 1, 2013

By Gail Dutton

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Looking ahead in trucking indicates the same three challenges will continue to shape the future for the industry — regulation, infrastructure and the economy.

Running the Export Maze

There are two types of small exporters — small companies and companies that have been infrequent exporters. Both can benefit from increased exporting.

March 1, 2013

By Gail Dutton

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Companies with little experience exporting are learning they can tap new growth opportunities and profits if they first study the “maze” and plan their course.

Mode Shifting Dos, Don’ts and Benefits

Shippers are changing transportation modes to cut spending without sacrificing service.

February 1, 2013

By Gail Dutton

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New technology and improved service are making mode shifts feasible for many industries, but there’s more to the choice than simply changing transportation modes.

Intermodal is Viable – and Growing – for Cold Shipping

Truckload and LTL cold chain shipments are taking to rails and finding price and service levels make intermodal a viable solution.

January 4, 2013

By Gail Dutton

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Temperature-controlled shipments are moving to intermodal for the same reasons as other freight, and finding a match on service.

Is Your Supply Chain Safe?

Major disruptions are not the only risk facing extended supply chains. Safety takes a multifaceted approach.

January 4, 2013

By Gail Dutton

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Major events like Hurricane Sandy aren’t the only threats to supply chains, safety has to be a full-time effort.

Chemical Industry Sees Opportunity in Intermodal

November 1, 2012

By Gail Dutton

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Domestic intermodal tanks are providing options for chemical shippers.

The Turbulent Future for Air Cargo

October 11, 2012

By Gail Dutton

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The regulatory constraints and mounting costs associated with air cargo are causing some shippers to rethink their decision to use air.

Trucking Looks down the Road

August 1, 2012

By Gail Dutton

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The only thing clear about the future of trucking is that many challenges cloud the view. Closer collaboration is definitely in order.

Air Cargo and the Cold Chain

A breakdown of the cold chain was implicated in the deaths of 128 children in India vaccinated in 2010. Since then, three major developments have occurred.

June 4, 2012

By Gail Dutton

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The cold chain is safer and more reliable than ever before because of better information, tools, and methods.

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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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