Debra N. Phillips

Debra N. Phillips has worked in the supply chain industry for more than 20 years, holding positions of responsibility for companies including FedEx, Penske, and MercuryGate, a Transportation Management System (TMS)  provider. Throughout her career, she has handled media and analyst relations and has written articles published in Logistics Viewpoint, Taking Logistics, and Let’s Talk Supply Chain. She serves on the Advisory Panel of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville for its Executive Program in Digital Marketing.

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Flatbed spot rates stay strong as demand exceeds capacity

Construction work in the US, on projects like data centers, has risen boosting demand for flatbeds.

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Intermodal transportation is growing, a trend expected to continue

Trucking issues, rail modernization, and improved service are drivers

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The truck driver shortage limits opportunities for carrier expansion

While tightening capacity appears to be leading to a more balanced supply-demand market, trucking companies face challenges regarding quickly adding capacity.

Outsourcing forklift fleet management can improve performance and reduce costs
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Technology transforms forklifts with new functions, added value

New forklift technologies, automation, and electric power are transforming warehouse safety, productivity, and supply chain operations.

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AMPORTS says Ro/Ro shipping needs to be flexible

With the geo-political winds buffeting both the auto industry and global supply chains, Ro/Ro operations need to be more flexible than ever.

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Ro/Ro business growing in turbulent times

Ro/Ro shipping is poised for growth, despite high tariffs and evolving trade policies.

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Fleet innovation is transforming trucking operations

Technology is changing the way fleets operate today as managers leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and integrated digital platforms to improve performance.

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Georgia Port Authority expands inland rail network to global markets

The Georgia Port Authority (GPA) is expanding its inland rail network by adding new facilities and enhancing service in its active facilities.

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Port of Brunswick increases capacity and improves operational efficiency

The Port of Brunswick, the busiest Roll-On/Roll-Off (Ro/Ro) port on the East Coast, is investing in infrastructure to drive efficiency and add capacity to prepare for future growth.

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