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UPS Invests $300M in “Orion” Optimizer – SaaS Tools Far Less Costly

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The Wall Street Journal reported recently on UPS’s project Orion, a ten year, $300 million technology build intended to optimize delivery routes for the tens of thousands of trucks the parcel giant has on roads across the globe daily. 190 possible alternate routes.

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UltraShipTMS Named as Finalist in 2015 American Business Awards

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Supply Chain Logistics IT Solution Provider Earns ‘Best Interface Design’ Recognition for its Increasingly Popular Software. This year’s recognition follows a Gold Stevie in 2014 for Support Department of the Year and a Gold Stevie in 2013 for Transportation Product of the Year. .

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10 Must-Read Supply Chain Analytics Books for 2023

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If you want to gain more supply chain analytics knowledge, you’re in the right place. We’ve compiled a list of 10 great supply chain analytics books to help you better understand the concepts and strategies behind this vital business field.