Inbound Logistics | January 2022

JANUARY 2022 | VOL. 42 | NO. 1 CO TENTS

204 BUILDING CARRIER RELATIONSHIPS THAT WITHSTAND THE STRESS TEST

234 SHIPPERS STOCK UP

As the pandemic continues to impact supply chains, retailers go shopping for third-party logistics providers to gain end-to-end control. SHIPPERS STOCK UP

In times of crisis, you learn who your real friends are. Disruption tested relationships among shippers and carriers across the industry, highlighting the value of mutually beneficial bonds during challenging times and beyond.

190 KNOCK KNOCK! SMBs

DELIVER THE FINAL MILE Small and mid-sized manufacturers and retailers are killing it in the middle and final miles during the pandemic, thanks to committed relationships with retailers and carriers and optimized data. 198 CARGO SECURITY: HAVE A SAFE TRIP From exploiting cargo bottlenecks to launching malware attacks, criminals are targeting the supply chain. Here’s how to keep your freight—and information—safe.

241 Q&A: TRANSPARENCY BUILDS TRUST In an exclusive discussion with Inbound Logistics , Marty Wadle and Paul Jensen of Ruan reveal the benefits of working with a logistics provider that ensures transparency and aligns with your business objectives. 232 Inbound Logistics • January 2022

212 10 BEST SUPPLY CHAIN COMPANIES OF 2021 Gartner’s annual global Supply Chain Top 25 list identifies today’s supply chain leaders and highlights their best practices. 222 18 QUICK TIPS FOR 2022 This year may be fraught with the same challenges as 2021, but the Inbound Logistics audience has your back. From limiting your SKUs to refining reverse logistics, industry leaders share quick tips to help you navigate with certainty.

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