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Following the recent Baltimore Bridge collapse and subsequent port closures, we want to keep our customers informed about the situation and potential impacts on our supply chain in the coming months. Impact Assessment & Bridge Rebuilding Timeline Passage to and…
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In the fast-paced world of eCommerce fulfillment, the secret to success is to have a solid infrastructure consisting of people, processes and systems in place — one capable of scaling up or down to meet the diverse needs of both…
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Are Fulfillment errors & shipping mistakes impacting your business growth and customer satisfaction? Is an inability to handle increased order volume of the upcoming peak season a challenge? It might be time to switch 3PLs. Evaluating new 3PLs, relocating your…
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August 24, 2023 3:28 PM PDT Elida Moreno Reuters The Panama Canal faces significant challenges due to a prolonged drought, which has lowered the water level, causing congestion and delays. This congestion poses a looming threat for shippers due to…
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Aug. 16, 2023 Max Garland Supply Chain Dive A wave of labor disputes in supply chains, driven by workers seeking better pay and job security due to their pandemic contributions and inflationary pressures. This “Hot Labor Summer” has disrupted operations…
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A WORD FROM LEGACY Welcome aboard for the May Monthly Shipment, in which we share a few updates and report on some less-than-savory statistics in the trucking industry. Read on for the latest in logistics from one of the Top…
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MARKET UPDATE Good News, Bad News: Low LMI Readings Sending Mixed Signals The readings in the March 2023 Logistics Managers Index (LMI®) could be considered the definition of a mixed bag. The first thing of note, though, is that…
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A WORD FROM LEGACY Summer is finally here and with it, bright sunshine, warm weather and longer days. In addition to the usual seasonal changes, the coming of summer also ushers in the beginning of holiday season planning for many…
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In our vast, yet tightly interconnected world, consumers are able to purchase products from halfway across the globe and have them on their doorstep within the matter of days. The global supply chain is the engine that makes this all…
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Welcome once again to the Legacy Monthly shipment, your one-stop shop for the latest industry topics, trends, news and insights from a team of logistics professionals you can trust. In this month’s edition, we look at prospective rate hikes, cybersecurity,…
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