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A supply chain function managing the movement, storage, and handling of goods to ensure timely delivery.


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Data center growth driving new logistics opportunities
As data centers continue to be built around the world, DP World, once known as a global port powerhouse, is leveraging its scale to build out logistics infrastructure.
Inbound freight: Often a missed opportunity
When it comes to inbound freight management, many companies are missing the mark. They are failing to pay adequate attention to this crucial connection between themselves and their suppliers. By doing so, these companies risk leaving a significant…
Global footwear innovator taps 3PL expertise to boost U.S. presence
Sliding your feet into a pair of flip flops brings a wave of relaxation. FitFlop understands the feelings that its variety of sandals and footwear invokes, and it has been a game-changer since entering the industry in 2007. But it needed a 3PL…
Logisticians adjusting to volatility that is now embedded in supply chain
The influential 35th annual State of Logistics Report shows how logisticians are adapting to “permanent volatility” in their supply chains as they ride out the wave of uncertainty.
Want to Help with Hurricane Idalia Relief? Here’s How
As Hurricane Idalia made landfall on Wednesday morning along the Florida coast, the need for logistics and supply chain support following the storm will be great. ALAN’s executive director offers advice on how to get involved.
Humanitarian Logistics Course Offered By MIT
MIT’s Center for Transportation & Logistics is offering a free nine-week course on humanitarian logistics.
4 issues challenging the logistics market
Supply chains continue to become more responsive, and providers are developing more solutions than ever, but there are still issues that industry stakeholders are battling.
Last-mile logistics growth in the U.S. continues to grow strongly
The Armstrong Associates report, entitled “Making it Count”: Big and Bulky Last-Mile Delivery in the United States” is the result of a partnership between Armstrong and the National Home Delivery Association (NHDA) and focuses on various…
The Christmas tree supply chain
There's plenty of uncertainty across it all.
AFS Logistics launches scholarship program for students pursuing logistics careers
The 3PL wants to cultivate talent and expand opportunities for aspiring young professionals in company’s home state of Louisiana.
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