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Professional Development

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Women in Supply Chain Forum: Early Bird Pricing Ends July 31

This premier networking event, which will take place Nov. 14-15 at the Hotel Colee in Atlanta, is tailored to men and women to expand their professional network and enhance discussion around DEI, networking, mentorship and more.

UPS, Teamsters Reach Tentative Agreement in Labor Negotiations

United Parcel Service (UPS)

Highlights of the tentative agreement entail historic wage increases, safety and health protections, certain holidays off, perks for part-time drivers, creation of 7,500 new full-time jobs at UPS and the fulfillment of 22,500 open positions and more.

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Training/Onboarding

Average of 31.6% C-Suite Executives are Women: Study

Women In Trucking (WIT)

The index found that an average of 36.9% of company leaders, defined as professionals with supervisory responsibilities, are women.

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Navigating the Tough Road Ahead When Recruiting Trucking Talent

Whether an organization is a local, national or private carrier, many companies are struggling to get applicants engaged at the top of the funnel and start the application process, leaving a gap in their ability to hire altogether.

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AI to Transform Hiring Process: Study

One-third of grads are second-guessing their career choice. Additionally, more than half (52%) of graduates say competition from AI has them questioning how prepared they are for the workforce.

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How Connected Workforce Solutions Can Improve Productivity

Connected workforce solutions can transform a business. With the continuously changing labor landscape in the supply chain and logistics industry, the right platform can empower employees to communicate, engage and take their productivity to new heights.

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Decision-Making Dubbed Missing Puzzle Piece in Executive Hiring: Study

Respondents cited company leadership as the most influential factor in improving their organization's decision making, followed closely by the introduction of new employees into the mix.

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Why the Future of Work Depends on VoIP

Many businesses are struggling to communicate and collaborate as they would in a typical work environment. That’s where cloud calling comes into play. But first, let’s dig deeper into the technology that makes cloud calling possible: VoIP.

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LAST CALL: Submissions Close Friday, July 14 for Women in Supply Chain Award

This award honors female supply chain leaders and executives. NEW THIS YEAR, this award is now ALSO open to Food Logistics' readers as well. Submissions close July 14.

Mentorship Programs

Supply Chain Apprenticeship Program Aims to Promote Freight Forwarding Industry

Beginning in August, 16 students will work toward a degree of Freight Forwarding Coordinator at eight different stations within the company’s Chicago site.

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Training/Onboarding

Women Comprise 12.1% of Commercial Driver Workforce: Study

Women In Trucking (WIT)

On average, 12.1% of overall professional drivers hold commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) and drive heavy-duty trucks, according to new data from Women in Trucking (WIT).

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