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It's Good That Low-Cost Capital Fuels 3PL Acquisitions, C.H. Robinson CEO Says

C.H. Robinson CEO John Wiehoff says there's a pretty straightforward reason why there was so much acquisition activity in the third-party logistics and freight brokerage markets the last two years: the low cost of capital and an active investment community.

Online Sales of Shoes to Run Far Ahead of Past Brick-and-Mortar Business

The shoe-store industry is expected to flourish in coming years, but online sales will significantly surpass brick-and-mortar retailers, according to Madeline Hurley, IBISWorld retail industry analyst.

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Qualified Ocean Carriers Can Now Pre-Clear Customs Day in Advance of Arrival in Port

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection has expanded its fast clearance plan for ocean freight, the Advanced Qualified Unloading Approval (AQUA Lane) program, which started with a pilot test in four ports late last year.

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What Product Liability Standard Should Apply to 3-D Printed Products?

As with any emerging technology, such as 3-D printing, the law hasn't kept pace. Strict liability - one of three product liability theories which hold manufacturers liable for injuries caused by a defect, regardless of fault - may be difficult to apply in cases of 3-D printed products, given the uniqueness of the technology and the fact that numerous actors are involved in the production chain.

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Take Supply Chain Issues New Version of Data-Capture App

Take Supply Chain has enhanced its OneSCM software platform with the launch of OneSCM Intelligent Data Capture.

'30 Under 30' Award Now Open to Global Applicants

The 30 Under 30 Award, presented by ThomasNet.com and ISM to recognize contributions by young supply-management professionals, is now open to global applicants.

SAP, UPS Integrate 3D Printing, Logistics Network

SAP SE has agreed to integrate its supply-chain software with the logistics network and 3D printing technology of UPS.

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Grocers Must React to Consumers' Omnichannel Shopping Habits. Study Suggests

Quick grocery trips - those "I need it now" excursions - account for two-thirds of shopping visits and one-third of grocery expenditures. And these trips are not made at one store or even one channel. In fact, there is a major shift in how consumers are approaching grocery shopping, because they are spreading their money across more channels and formats as they shop to fulfill their needs.

Ocean Transportation Remains 'Too Manual, Inefficient and Opaque'

While sensor-laden containers, smart ships and 3D printing have grabbed the headlines, the start-ups making the biggest inroads are those working on something more basic - streamlining the interaction between shippers, freight forwarders and those actually transporting the goods.

DHL to Take Over UK's Largest Mail, Parcel Carrier

Deutsche Post DHL Group will acquire UK Mail Group plc for 242.7m pounds ($315.63m), the company said. DHL said it expects the company's directors to make a unanimous recommendation that UK Mail shareholders accept the offer.

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Walmart Buys E-Commerce Startup Jet.com - But Can It Catch Amazon?

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. might be running a distant second to Amazon.com Inc. in the e-commerce race, but it's spending billions of dollars to close the gap.

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Canadian Shippers See Slight Increase in Ground Transportation Cost in July

Results published by the Canadian General Freight Index (CGFI) indicate that the total cost of ground transportation for Canadian shippers increased by just 0.15 percent in July, as compared with June results.

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