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FTC and NLRB Change Non Compete Rules
“Olly Olly Oxen Free” is a “catchphrase to indicate that players who are hiding can come out into the open without losing the game or that the position of the sides in a game has changed (as in which side is on the field or which side is at bat or “up” in baseball or…
Read MoreRetailers, Do You Understand 3PL Pricing? I Bet You Don’t.
3PL Pricing for Retailers Many retailers rely on third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to manage their fulfillment needs. Understanding 3PL pricing structures is crucial for making informed decisions when choosing a logistics partner. Motor carriers, which are a key component of 3PL services, employ various methods to build pricing for their customers. These methods are influenced…
Read MoreCrossroads – LISTEN UP LOGISTICS!
Crossroads are more than an intersection of black top, gravel, and cement. 3PL operations play a crucial role in ensuring that the crossroad of sales, dispatch, and customer satisfaction work together seamlessly. Therefore, here’s how each of these areas intersect and contribute to the overall success of the 3PL operations: Sales: Sales teams in a…
Read MoreContractors – Are They Good For Logistics?
Logistics Contractors Owner-operators, gig workers, and independent contractors play a crucial role in the transportation industry, particularly in hauling goods. Their impact stems from their flexibility, adaptability, and contribution to meeting the diverse needs of transportation networks. However, the potential disappearance of logistics contractors could have significant ramifications for the industry. >> Learn how the…
Read MoreLogistics Packaging Boxes: Let’s Break it Down
Summertime is just around the corner and a big supply chain issue is logistics packaging or “the box.” Logistics packaging comes from all over the world and are part of a shipping solution to bring goods to your neighborhood retailers. However, these boxes and the shipping methods tend to deliver crushed, smashed, ripped, and opened…
Read MoreAI and Logistics Sales
“AI” and Logistics Sales Predicting the exact trajectory of technological advancement, especially in a specific industry like logistics, can be challenging. However, it’s reasonable to anticipate that AI will play an increasingly significant role in sales within the logistics industry over the next decade. Here are six reasons why AI could become a leading method…
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