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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.

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.”

Dealing With Transportation Policy

We need many more small (and rapid) steps to reach our goal.

April 3, 2013

By Perry A. Trunick

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A regional Transportation Summit can bring issues to national attention.

International Region

Smoothing the Waters in the Trans-Pacific

April 1, 2013

By Perry A. Trunick

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The trans-Pacific trade has been a swirling vortex of pricing, capacity, transit times and service. Everyone wants calmer waters, but is it possible?

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Circular Arguments

April 1, 2013

By Perry A. Trunick

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We appear to need an “intervention” to save us from ourselves.

Industry Update

The 3 W’s of Green Warehouses

Sustainability efforts in the warehouse can start small and should include employees, vendors and the products used in the warehouse to achieve maximum results.

April 1, 2013

By Perry A. Trunick

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Sustainability in warehousing is a multifaceted topic where some small efforts combine to produce positive, measurable results while larger projects may receive the visibility and recognition

The Epitome of Extra Mile

March 1, 2013

By Perry A. Trunick

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Sixteen companies that have gone the Extra Mile to improve their supply chain performance were recognized at a special ceremony in January at the SMC3 Jumpstart 2013 conference. The first-ever Alliance awards were jointly sponsored by World Trade 100 and SMC3.

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Down the Road Again

March 1, 2013

By Perry A. Trunick

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Despite Otto von Bismarck’s famous quote about not watching sausage or law being made, it is interesting to watch the interaction between the legislative and the judicial branches of the U.S. government when it comes to transportation.

International Region: South America

South America is Back on Track

After a temporary respite, things are picking up again in South America, with some countries becoming high growth markets.

March 1, 2013

By Perry A. Trunick

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Major trade markets and emerging markets are inextricably linked.

The Relationship’s the Thing

When it comes to outsourcing supply chain operations, it’s all about building strong ties with key logistics providers.

March 1, 2013

By Perry A. Trunick

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There’s value in having a good relationship with your third party logistics provider (3PL).

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KC SmartPort Momentum

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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