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Innovative Recruitment is Helping the Transportation and Logistics Industry Overcome Shortages

Morgan MacDermaid discussing transportation and logistics

The transportation and logistics industry is undergoing significant transformation, driven by evolving market demands and technological advancements. As it becomes a routinely competitive landscape, companies are finding it more challenging now to attract and retain top talent. According to a report, around 64 percent of logistics companies are experiencing a shortage of qualified candidates….

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Connecting the Dots Through Tech: How ODeX is Disrupting the Chaos in the Shipping Industry

The global shipping industry, a lifeline of international trade, has long been characterized by complexity and fragmentation. This disjointed structure, where goods pass through countless hands, was brought into sharp focus during the COVID-19 pandemic, exposing the fragile nature of global supply chains. This raises the question: How can the chaos in shipping be…

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Overcoming Shipping Bottlenecks with QuickLoadz’s Automated Container Handling Systems

In the ever-evolving world of logistics, innovation is the key to overcoming challenges and seizing new opportunities. The global supply chain was heavily impacted by the pandemic, revealing significant inefficiencies, especially in the movement of shipping containers. Thankfully, technologies like QuickLoadz’s automated container handling systems are streamlining these processes, reducing both time and costs….

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The US Air Force Plays a Major Role in the eVTOL Industry and Drone Development

As technology sees gradual and groundbreaking advancements, the conversation around electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles and drones is more pertinent today than ever before. As these new innovations go from science to reality, the US Air Force is playing a pivotal role in their development and potential integration into both military and…

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The Future of Fleet Management: Innovations in EV Charging Infrastructure

The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) represents a critical pivot for fleet operators globally. As sustainability mandates tighten and the economic benefits of electrification become clearer, the demand for advanced EV charging solutions that can accommodate the unique needs of fleet operations has surged. This evolution in fleet management not only supports environmental goals but…

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The Future of Transportation is Coming

As the aviation industry advances, Canadian Advanced Air Mobility (CAAM) is spearheading the integration of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, drones, and other innovative technologies into Canadian airspace. The need for sustainable and efficient air transport solutions is more critical than ever. The stakes are high, with environmental impacts and economic opportunities…

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The Trucking Industry Needs a Fitness Overhaul to Jumpstart a Trucking Health Revolution

With the trucking industry seeing many changes that prioritize efficiency and productivity, the health of truck drivers has increasingly peaked as a critical concern. With life expectancies for truck drivers averaging 16 years less than the general population, there is an urgent need to address health issues within the industry. Recent initiatives, like the…

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The Future of Brand-Agency Dynamic in the Age of AI
September 17, 2024

Hosted by Aby Varma, founder of Spark Novus, this episode of The Marketing AI SparkCast features David DeWolf, CEO of Knownwell. They discuss how AI reshapes brand-agency relationships, blending human creativity with AI’s efficiency to manage agency collaborations. In this episode of The Marketing AI SparkCast, Aby Varma, founder of Spark Novus—a company that…

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CARE to Win and The 4 Leadership Habits Needed to Build High-Performing Teams
September 17, 2024

In today’s evolving workplace, the need for emotionally intelligent leadership habits has never been greater. On the Holistic Leadership podcast, leadership expert and author Alex Draper, the CEO of DX Learning, discussed the four critical habits from his book CARE to Win that help leaders eliminate toxicity in the workplace. With workplace mental health…

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The Time to Leverage Blockchain is Now: Cosmic Explainers with Cosmic Wire’s Jerad Finck
September 17, 2024

DisruptED’s upcoming new series, “Cosmic Explainers,” sets the stage for a comprehensive introduction to the building blocks of Web3, blockchain, and crypto technologies. As the world embraces 5G, interconnected AI, and the evolving metaverse, Jerad Finck, the CEO at Cosmic Wire, is ready to break down these complex concepts. His extraordinary journey from medical…

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The Collective Responsibility to Promote Skilled Trades: Why Society Needs to Highlight the Trades as a Respected Career Path
September 17, 2024

Despite the common emphasis on college degrees as the primary route to success, skilled trades offer a crucial and undervalued pathway for career development. As industries report a severe skills shortage, the necessity for a robust workforce of skilled laborers becomes undeniable. The Bureau of Labor Statistics highlights this urgency in its report on…

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Hammer Down with Dan Lindsey: Bridging the Broker-Carrier Trust Barrier in the Logistics Industry
June 6, 2024

In today’s ever-evolving logistics industry, the relationship between freight brokers and trucking companies remains fraught with tension. This dynamic is crucial as it directly impacts the efficiency of goods movement across the country. Recent trends show a growing reliance on digital platforms, which, while enhancing technological efficiency, often undermine the essential human element of…

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Hammer Down at ACT Expo 2024: California Paves the Way for a Future of Clean Transportation
June 4, 2024

The logistics industry is experiencing a pivotal shift towards sustainable practices, and this transformation was on full display at the recent ACT Expo in Las Vegas. With over 12,000 attendees, including industry giants like Volvo and Kenworth, as well as innovative startups like Horizon Motors and InductEV, the event was a hub of discussion…

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Why Both Permissionless and Permissioned Blockchains Will Support the Logistics Industry
May 30, 2024

The logistics industry is at a crossroads, exploring the best ways to implement real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. This transformative approach promises to enhance visibility and achieve supply chain goals. As the sector grapples with the decision between permissionless and permissioned blockchains, the stakes are high: the right choice could revolutionize efficiency and security across…

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Is the Supply Chain Ready for Real-World Asset Tokenization?
May 29, 2024

In an evolving digital landscape, the mass investment in real-world asset tokenization, or RWA tokenization, is leading as one of the most exciting and world-shaking movements in tech. Opening up endless possibilities for leveraging blockchain networks to represent firm ownership rights of physical assets as onchain tokens, this advent of onchain asset ownership is…

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Tips for Enhancing Employee Safety and Security During Business Travel
May 20, 2024

With recent global events emphasizing the importance of employee safety, companies are increasingly focused on how to protect their staff while they travel for work. From the resurgence of health crises to geopolitical tensions, the need for robust travel safety protocols has never been more critical. This analysis is particularly relevant now as businesses…

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Tech-Driven Synchronization Post-COVID Fuels Innovation in Domestic Supply Chain
May 14, 2024

Post-COVID, the domestic supply chain landscape received unprecedented alignment and coordination, primarily through tech-driven synchronization of technological advancements. This trend addresses the critical need for rapid adjustment capabilities among logistics partners and government entities, as highlighted by recent events like the Baltimore Bridge collapse. How is technology enabling this newfound tech-driven synchronization and…

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Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics Open Up a New Frontier of Smart Logistics Technology
May 9, 2024

As the logistics industry rapidly integrates connected, smart, and ecosystem-level technologies, predictive and prescriptive analytics promise to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. The recent influx of high-revenue opportunities has drawn blue-chip technology talent into the logistics sector, highlighting the increasing importance of predictive analytics, artificial intelligence, and automation in shaping the future of…

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Positioning the U.S. in the Electric Vehicle Market Requires the Development of a Domestic Supply Chain
May 6, 2024

Recent trends in the automotive industry are indicating that there’s a significant pivot towards electric vehicles (EVs), driven by global sustainability goals and technological advancements. As nations around the world race to dominate the growing EV market, the United States faces a crucial challenge: building a robust, domestic EV supply chain. From mining rare…

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Consumer Education is Central, if the U.S. Wants to Lead Electric Vehicle Innovation
May 6, 2024

The global competition in the electric vehicle (EV) sector is intensifying and U.S. manufacturers are focusing on innovative strategies just to stay ahead. The key to achieving this effort is educating consumers about the benefits of EVs and fostering collaborations between industries and governments. These initiatives aim to make EVs more accessible and affordable,…

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