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Toby Gooley
Managing Editor
Before joining DC VELOCITY, Toby Gooley spent 20 years at Logistics Management covering international trade as Senior Editor and Managing Editor. Prior to that she was an export traffic manager for 10 years. She holds a B.A. in Asian Studies from Cornell University.
Avoiding pitfalls when setting up packing stations
Setting up a packing station may sound straightforward. But there are actually a number of places to go wrong. Here's what to watch for.
DHS to enforce security rules for chemical storage and distribution
If you're involved in the storage, transportation, or distribution of chemicals, the Department of Homeland Security says it's time to comply with security regulations.
Shippers balk at "emergency" surcharge
Members of an Asian shipper group are up in arms over trans-Pacific ocean carriers' new "emergency revenue charge."
U.S. Chamber: International trade can help get U.S. economy moving
U.S. Chamber of Commerce official calls global trade "a stimulus package in itself."
After nosedive, industrial real estate giant is ready for recovery
Quick, drastic action saved ProLogis from disaster. Now, top executives say business is on track for a rebound.
Air-cargo capacity crunch to last into spring
Demand for international air-freight service expected to remain high right through traditional first-quarter slump.
Consultant: Stop dithering and go green
Jack Ampuja of Supply Chain Optimizers says companies that lead the field in green initiatives are also "the ones with the lowest costs and greatest efficiencies."
Public-private partnerships touted as answer to logistics labor woes
Industry is desperate for trained logistics employees. Governments want to create jobs. Colleges want students. When they team up on logistics workforce development, everybody wins.
Air-freight shippers scramble for space
With cargo capacity in short supply, big shippers are grabbing up charter space.
Carrier recruitment efforts target vets
Real-world experience, management skills, and a strong work ethic make ex-military logisticians attractive to employers.
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