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Consumer Goods Supply Chains: The Next Five Years

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Carriers to Regain Control of Pricing, Report Predicts

Among the biggest things that will affect the freight markets this year are the return of pricing power to carriers and the re-shoring/nearshoring phenomenon, according to CarrierDirect's semi-annual forecast on the state of the domestic freight industry.

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How Long Before We See Driverless Truck Fleets?

Each year, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. spends hundreds of millions of dollars delivering its merchandise across the United States. The 6,000 trucks in the retailer's fleet are a common sight on highways, as are those of the many other companies that rely on long-haul trucking to transport their goods from coast to coast. But what if that fleet could be cut by one-third"”and be made up of trucks pulled by slimmed-down tractors less than half their current size, with a computer at the helm?

Why Supply Chain and Logistics Need To Be In the Cloud

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Canada Drops Tariffs on Imported Baby Clothing, Some Sports Equipment

In a move that could have broad appeal for U.S. retailers, the Canadian government will no longer impose tariffs on imported baby clothes and selected sports equipment.

The 'Omni-Channel' - and Its Implications for the Supply Chain

"Omni-channel" distribution is replacing the all-channel mode. Dave Kilzer, senior vice president of supply chain solutions with Idhasoft, explains the difference between the two concepts.

European Commission Exec Wants to Shift More Cargo from Roads to Short-Sea Channels

Siim Kallas, vice president of the European Commission, has outlined some changes to customs formalities in ports, in an effort to help shift EU transit cargo from congested highways to under-utilised short-sea shipping lanes.

China's Economy, Exports Continue Their Downward Slide

China's economic picture darkened in June as exports posted their biggest monthly drop since the recession. The unexpectedly weak June data, reported by Chinese officials, suggests that the world's second-largest economy is still facing sluggish demand for its goods and could slow further than government and private forecasts.

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Adapting Manufacturing Strategies for Distribution Center Management

The new global marketplace has brought many benefits for consumers, while also ushering in new levels of expectations for manufacturers, which can complicate the delivery of products.

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UPS Launches Monitoring Service for High-Value, Temp-Controlled Shipments

UPS has launched a monitoring and risk-management service for high-value and temperature-sensitive shipments.

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GAC USA Acquires U.S. Customs Broker's License

GAC USA, a global provider of shipping, logistics and marine services, has obtained a customs broker's license.

Aftermarket Sales Have Been an Afterthought for Too Long, Study Suggests

The aftermarket has long been just an afterthought to the sales and marketing processes, but today more and more OEMs have finally begun to realize its strategic importance as a competitive differentiator.

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