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  • Person typing on a laptop showing the Flexport.org Impact Dashboard with carbon offset tiles
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    Bringing Sustainability Efforts to the Forefront of the Supply Chain

    Flexport is launching a groundbreaking Impact Dashboard that lets companies track their sustainability efforts and participate in new social and environmental programs from one central hub.

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  • Aerial view of two container ships and tugboats moving through a busy harbor near a city skyline
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    3 Ways to Carry Insights from Peak Season 2020 Into RFP Season 2021

    Discover how to apply lessons from 2020's peak season to RFP season in 2021 by reviewing data, vetting new partners, and enhancing visibility.

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  • Frustrated man in a grey shirt throws papers into the air at his desk in a dark office
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    Best Day Ever: Moments of Frustration Become Wins with the Right Technology and Expertise

    For Moment of Frustration Day, Flexport invites you to imagine a day in the life of a logistics pro, relying on the finest in technology and expert partnerships.

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  • Wide-body cargo plane with raised nose cone loading freight on an airport apron at sunset
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    Sneak Peek: Harnessing Supply Chain Data with Trade Technology

    Get an overview of the supply chain trends and data demands driving the new trade technology being revealed at Forward20 by Flexport

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  • Red double-decker bus marked Oxford Circus 12 on a London street near the Houses of Parliament
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    Brexit: Understanding the Intricacies for a More Successful Transition

    Beyond preparing for Brexit, understanding the specific implications of the UK’s trading relationships with the rest of Europe (and others) will become paramount. As the saying goes, the devil is in the details. And that is exactly what was covered in a recent follow-up webinar.

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  • Canopy of colorful paper parasols strung over a tree-lined Chinese street with red lanterns
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    Golden Week Triggers Last-Minute Shipment Strategies for Peak and Holiday Seasons

    Golden Week has kicked off in China. Normally, shippers need to book prior to Golden Week to stock up for the winter holidays. But this year, there’s a mix of challenges, including difficulty forecasting and volatility across all transport modes. It’s a critical window of time…

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  • Smartphone lying face-up on a rustic wooden table with a white charging cable plugged in, blurred window behind.
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    Shipper’s Declaration of Dangerous Goods Keeps Shipments on Track and Airplanes Safe

    A shipper’s declaration of dangerous goods keeps airplanes safe during the transport of lithium batteries and other cargo.

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  • Foggy dusk on Westminster Bridge with an ornate lamp post, Big Ben silhouette and red traffic light trails.
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    6 Steps to Take Now to Prepare for Brexit

    Negotiations continue regarding rules for what the new UK/EU relationship will look like. And with the December 31 deadline fast approaching, it’s easy to feel confused about how Brexit might impact businesses going forward. To help dispel some of that confusion, Flexport…

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