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Why the Future of Freight Is Multimodal

Supply Chain Brain

However, the real nuance comes into play when looking at a single mode of transport, particularly road freight. It’s a good option for shipments that are too large for regular LTL but don’t justify the expense of a full or partial truckload. This is typically the most cost-effective road option for small to medium-sized shipments.

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The Future of Trucking: Change, Wins and Best Practices

Supply Chain Brain

Attendees explored emerging market trends and how organizations are responding in real time, strategic investments in automation and artificial intelligence, best practices in change management, and the key performance indicators that matter most for long-term sustainability. Another common roadblock is disconnected data.

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Europe's Ports Grapple with 'Uniquely Disruptive' Summer

Supply Chain Brain

In mid-July, the Port of Antwerp-Bruges reported average dwell times between seven and eight days, compared to the typical average of five days. Ports that typically operate on tight, just-in-time rhythms are now scrambling to catch up with unpredictable vessel arrivals and backlogged container stacks," he explains.

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Global Supply Chain Management: Best Practices and Trends

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This has been acutely highlighted since the turn of the decade due to global events. This has led to organizations investing capital in and spending time on optimizing supply chains to cut lead times, improve supplier performance and increase business profitability.