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Why We’re Not Replacing People With AI (And Never Will)
Apr 23, 2025

Why We’re Not Replacing People With AI (And Never Will)

Real people. Real service. Real results. AI is having a moment and logistics isn’t exempt. From predictive pricing to instant quoting, the industry giants are racing to automate the entire shipping experience. Just look at CH Robinson’s latest headlines: AI investments, automation tools, digital freight matching. We get it. Speed sells. But at Global Logistics…

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Reshoring in 2025: Why U.S. Manufacturing Is Making a Comeback
Apr 16, 2025

Reshoring in 2025: Why U.S. Manufacturing Is Making a Comeback

After decades of chasing low-cost labor overseas, American manufacturers are rethinking their strategy. In 2025, reshoring—bringing production back to the United States—is no longer a niche idea. It’s a growing movement driven by economic, political, and technological shifts. From Fortune 500 companies to small and mid-sized manufacturers, businesses are rediscovering the value of making things…

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How LTL Shippers Can Avoid Costly Reweighs and Reclassifications
Apr 2, 2025

How LTL Shippers Can Avoid Costly Reweighs and Reclassifications

As an LTL (Less Than Truckload) freight shipper, every cost-saving opportunity matters. Unfortunately, unexpected fees from weight and class adjustments or unforeseen accessorial charges can eat away at your bottom line. Let’s break down what causes reweighs, reclassifications, and extra accessorial fees and how you can minimize them. Understanding Weight and Inspections (W&Is) Accurate shipment…

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Bridging the Gap: Enhancing ERP with a Transportation Management System
Mar 11, 2025

Bridging the Gap: Enhancing ERP with a Transportation Management System

In the world of logistics, efficiency is everything. Companies are constantly looking for ways to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve visibility across their supply chains. Two common systems play a role in managing these goals: Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software. While ERPs are designed to integrate multiple business functions,…

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Upcoming NMFC Changes: What Commodities Will Be Impacted and How to Prepare
Mar 3, 2025

Upcoming NMFC Changes: What Commodities Will Be Impacted and How to Prepare

Are you an LTL professional trying to determine which commodities will be affected by the upcoming NMFC changes in July 2025? You’re not alone. Many in the industry are struggling to understand how the latest updates to the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) system will impact their freight. While the NMFTA (National Motor Freight Traffic…

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Explosive Growth, Logistical Chaos—And a Game-Changing Fix
Feb 19, 2025

Explosive Growth, Logistical Chaos—And a Game-Changing Fix

When rapid growth is a good problem to have, managing logistics shouldn't be the issue that holds you back. Yet for one high-tech manufacturer, skyrocketing demand exposed cracks in their supply chain—costly inbound shipments, sensitive equipment requiring specialized handling, and a just-in-time inventory strategy that was becoming unsustainable. Their internal Traffic Management team was stretched…

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Supply Chain Blind Spots: How 4PLs Provide the Visibility You’re Missing
Feb 12, 2025

Supply Chain Blind Spots: How 4PLs Provide the Visibility You’re Missing

Supply chain inefficiencies can really trip you up and impact your customers. Missed delivery deadlines, unexpected costs, and disjointed operations often result from a lack of visibility across your supply chain. Enter Fourth-Party Logistics providers (4PLs), whose business intelligence tools and real-time tracking capabilities are transforming how manufacturers and distributors navigate these challenges. Seeing Beyond…

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Where Logistics Meets Loyalty: Transforming Customer Experience in Supply Chains
Feb 12, 2025

Where Logistics Meets Loyalty: Transforming Customer Experience in Supply Chains

In manufacturing and distribution, the customer experience often hinges on what happens after the order is placed. The quality of your products may be unmatched, but if delivery is late, incomplete, or inaccurate, customer satisfaction plummets. Logistics—the backbone of supply chain operations—plays a pivotal role in shaping the customer experience. When you think about logistics,…

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