Inbound Logistics

??Just released: Inbound Logistics' 2024 Trucking Perspectives market research study! Check out these five slides for key insights into the state of the trucking market and the essential services shippers seek from their trucking providers. ??Discover even more data in our full report:? https://lnkd.in/eb5PjYC5 #trucking #trucker #transportation #MarketResearch #InboundLogistics #supplychain

What can we expect to happen as a result of the historic ILA port strike? We asked industry experts to share their concerns. Scroll through the slides to see their insights and let us know your predictions in the comments below. #portstrike #dockworkersstrike #ILA #ports #wages #automation

?? THE CUSTOMER: American Standard Brands, a manufacturer of plumbing fixtures and a mainstay in the building industry for the past 150 years. ?? THE PROVIDER: Hercules Forwarding, an asset-based less-than-truckload motor carrier and customs brokerage. ?? THE PROBLEM: American Standard found that constant rate increases were affecting its bottom line. ?? THE SOLUTION: Transloading with Vocar Transportation, a Hercules-owned company! Learn why, almost 20 years later, this partnership has endured: https://lnkd.in/eyu5723d #Transloading #Logistics

????NEW PODCAST ALERT! With supply chain disruptions becoming the norm, businesses are seeking more cost-effective, agile, and reliable solutions. Sea-air logistics is back on the radar for its potential to save time, money, and reduce carbon emissions. In the latest episode of the Inbound Logistics podcast, we dive into the benefits of sea-air logistics with insights from Robin Knopf and Leo Qvarnstrom of Kuehne+Nagel. ?? What should your business know about leveraging this solution? Tune in to hear expert insights and discover how sea-air can enhance your supply chain strategy. ?? Listen now! LINK: https://lnkd.in/etkSjjFZ #seairlogistics #podcast #supplychain #logistics #oceanshipping #aircargo

?? POLL TIME! ?? As we gear up for @CSCMP #Edge2024 in #Nashville next week, we're reflecting on the role of trade shows in our remote work landscape. Are trade shows becoming more important for you in this new environment? ?? VOTE BELOW: YES, I plan to attend more trade shows. NO, I plan to attend fewer trade shows. Share your insights in the comments! ?? #CSCMP #tradeshow #networking #CSCMPEdge #supplychain

??? Remember the joy of playing with Barbies, LEGO, Play-Doh, and Frisbees? Thanks in part to supply chain smarts, these iconic toys are still going strong today! The toy industry has adapted through: - Geopolitical and economic uncertainty - Demand volatility and seasonality - Product complexity and evolving consumer preferences Take a deeper look at the toy supply chain in our latest Vertical Focus article here: https://lnkd.in/ez8YkhRa #ToyIndustry #SupplyChain

??Worried about the potential impact from a U.S. East Coast port strike? Prepare your operations today with these six supply chain strategies from Moody's to help safeguard your supply chain. ?? Get the guide here: https://lnkd.in/e4NNntqa #SupplyChain #PortStrike #Logistics #BusinessContinuity #EastCoast

?? Is there a magic pill for today's healthcare supply chain? If there is, it's equal parts strategy, flexibility, disruption mitigation, and, of course, technology! Unfortunately, the vital healthcare supply chain is underperforming today in multiple ways. According to a Deloitte survey of supply chain administrators, nurses, physicians, and service-line leaders: - 24% saw/heard about a recalled/expired product being used on a patient - 54% recalled a time when a physician didn’t have the product required for a patient’s procedure Why do healthcare supply chain problems continue to persist? And how can we optimize with technology? We dive into that and more here: https://lnkd.in/eEsS__wc Plus, hear from experts at Kenco Group, Epicor, Senpex, and Cognizant here!

?? Monday MOOD BOOSTER! ??We asked our readers: What song best describes your supply chain experience or approach? Check out their top picks in our Supply Chain Anthems playlist! ???? Listen now: Supply Chain Anthems Playlist: https://lnkd.in/eFSpc5-T Got a song suggestion? Drop it in the comments! #NowPlaying #Music #Playlist #Logistics #SupplyChain For more insights, read our Good Question article: https://lnkd.in/gVhJQFjf

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