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The Most Critical Factor in Last-Mile Delivery: Managing the End-Customer Experience

Adrian Gonzalez February 26, 2014

Local delivery is among the hottest trends in the logistics field today, especially among retailers, both online and brick-and-mortar. But why? It’s not a new

IT Capabilities of 3PLs: 5 Important Factors to Consider

Adrian Gonzalez February 24, 2014

One of the most popular Talking Logistics episodes from last year was 4 Important Factors to Consider When Evaluating 3PL Partners. Earlier this month, I

This Week in Logistics News (February 17-21, 2014)

Adrian Gonzalez February 21, 2014

I went downhill skiing for the first time in 15 years yesterday. A lot has changed since then, especially the lift ticket prices. The good

Under Armour Speedskating Suit: A Cautionary Tale (Told Yet Again)

Adrian Gonzalez February 19, 2014

One of the most interesting side stories of the Sochi Winter Olympics is the poor performance of the United States speedskating team. They were heavily

This Week in Logistics News (February 10-14, 2014)

Adrian Gonzalez February 14, 2014

Well, it seems like even Cupid is at risk of being replaced by a robot. A florist in Michigan delivered flowers using a drone this

More Great Advice for Supply Chain Young Professionals

Adrian Gonzalez February 12, 2014

What advice would you give to students and young professionals interested in a career in supply chain management or logistics? I’ve been asking my guests

Internet of Things is Great, But Don’t Ignore Internet of People

Adrian Gonzalez February 10, 2014

If you turn your hype detector to “high” right now, you’ll find the Internet of Things (IoT) — a rapidly approaching world where almost everything

This Week in Logistics News (February 3-7, 2014)

Adrian Gonzalez February 7, 2014

If you’re still wondering if there’s a talent shortage in the logistics industry, watch these videos compiled by MHL News. Then read on for this week’s