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How Technology Is Revolutionizing Supply Chains: Advanced Analytics, AI, and Automation

3BL Media

Enter advanced analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and automationthe holy trinity of supply chain transformation. Advanced Analytics: Turning Data Into a Crystal Ball If data is the new oil, then advanced analytics is the refinery. Beyond inventory, advanced analytics is also playing a crucial role in sustainability.

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Freight Forwarding: Steering the Course Towards a Greener, Smarter Logistics Future

3BL Media

The logistics and transportation sector contributes more than one-third of the world’s carbon emissions, according to the IEA. Advanced logistics software, route optimization, and predictive analytics help in identifying efficient routes and anticipating disruptions.

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From College to Career—Experiencing the Building Blocks of Professional Success

3BL Media

Each intern contributed to a key initiative for their respective workgroup while also engaging in valuable lunch-and-learn presentations, one-on-one networking opportunities with leaders, and educational lab and logistics tours. Some highlights included touring the Clifton lab and learning all about Quest logistics.

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Building a Future-Ready Workforce: Tackling Labor Shortages in Logistics

3BL Media

The logistics industry is growing rapidly, but labor shortages pose a risk of disruption. Mexico and Regional Head of Contract Logistics, outlines bold strategies to close the skills gap and build a resilient workforce for the future. The logistics sector has a persistent worker shortage, with the U.S.

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COVID-19 pandemic shines spotlight on flexible, digital freight

GreenBiz

There have generally been three waves of logistics problems that have emerged alongside the novel coronavirus outbreak. Analytics and artificial intelligence are helping solve them.

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Bridging the Supply Chain Skills Gap: DP World’s Commitment to Future-Ready Education

3BL Media

Similarly, a 2023 McKinsey report revealed that 60% of supply chain executives struggle to find candidates with both analytical skills and hands-on experience. This hub provides a structured, interactive approach to learning about global trade, logistics, and sustainability.

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Green Logistics: How Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs) Can Leverage Sustainable Supply Chains to Gain a Competitive Advantage

3BL Media

In today’s business landscape, green logistics is not just a trend but a crucial strategy for small and medium-sized businesses to gain a competitive advantage. Given all this, though, how can small and medium-sized businesses leverage green logistics to secure that competitive advantage? billion in fuel and counting.