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MIT Plans Launch of Global Digital Supply Chain Classroom

On September 30, 2014, supply chain education will take a major step into the digital age with the start of SCx, an online educational program developed by the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics (MIT CTL) for thousands of professionals across the globe.

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Spot Truckload Market Remains Strong in U.S., Canada

Truckload freight availability remained elevated compared to previous years despite a seasonal dip, according to the DAT North American Freight Index, a measure of truckload freight demand and capacity in the United States and Canada. Same-month volume was up 32 percent compared to 2013, when freight volume was unusually robust. Spot market volume typically peaks in June; this year's seasonal contraction was 11 percent in July compared to the 10-year average decline of 19 percent.

Oman's Logistics Market Predicted to Exceed $12Bn by 2017

The nascent transportation and logistics market in Oman is expected to see steady growth over the next five to seven years due to planned investments in logistics infrastructure and industrial development in the country. Widespread opportunities for integrated logistics service providers that offer end-to-end logistics solutions will arise in certain industries such as chemicals.

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Penske Logistics Joins CargoNet Security Group

Penske Logistics has joined CargoNet, a national database that aims to prevent cargo theft and improve recovery rates through the sharing of information among theft victims, their business partners and law-enforcement officials.

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Virgin Atlantic Cargo Acquires 'Green' Containers

Virgin Atlantic Cargo has taken delivery of 802 lightweight air-cargo containers.

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LSPs Need to Take 'Broader Perspective' on Service Offerings

A conversation with Adrian Gonzalez, president of Adelante SCM.

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Cloud-based Voice Software Helps Small Companies Run with the Big Dogs

Competing against large enterprises is never easy, but a smaller pet-foods retailer finds that cloud-based voice technology was what it needed to run warehouse operations more smoothly.

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Data Visibility Scripts Success for Ink Manufacturer

Printing-ink maker leverages enterprise logistics partnership to get timely and accurate information, reduce costs and improve service.

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The Logistics Challenges of Manufacturing in Mexico

A conversation with Matt Hamson, chief executive officer of Coronado Logistics Inc.

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Packaging Focus Brought Into Design of Desktop 3D Printer

Manufacturer looking to launch a new line of 3D printers sees the value of having packaging and manufacturing engineers work collaboratively from the get-go.

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July Finishes with Shrinking Capacity, Jump in Truckload Volume

Spot truckload load volume rose sharply and capacity tightened during the week ending August 2, according to DAT Solutions, which operates the DAT network of load boards.

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