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ACT NOW for Early Bird Registration for 3PL Technovations Conference! If you're looking to stay at the forefront of leading data technologies and make smarter, more informed decisions for your business, you won't want to miss this event and neither will your employees! Gain insights on blockchain, freight matching, economic shifts and more. We know you have options. Choose a technology meeting geared toward 3PLs and take control of the technology changes affecting your business. Thank you to our 2019 Technovators 
Industry News and AdvocacyOn Aug. 26, 2019, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced an updated fee structure and fee reduction for the Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) for years 2020 and 2021. The United States Congress is in the midst of their August congressional recess where Members of Congress travel back to their home states and congressional districts to meet with constituents and hear what the most important issues are, and hopefully garner support for their reelection. Back here in our nation’s Capital, it feels like the proverbial calm before the storm. Last summer, the spot market didn't have enough trucks to meet the surge in demand, which gave rates a major boost. Now, we are seeing more traditional fluctuations on the market. Matthew Mantione, Vice President of Membership at Transportation Intermediaries Association and Board Certified Association Executive (CAE) was awarded the prestigious Forty Under 40 Award from the Association Forum and USAE. The workshop will feature guest speakers from the industry well versed in modern-day transportation, logistics and regulatory matters. The seminar is geared toward all levels from entry-level to senior executive looking to gain an overall view of the industry. It is also a good refresher course for middle and senior management. TIA has partnered with the Addiction Policy Forum, a national nonprofit, to address substance use disorders in the workplace. The partnership will allow you and your employees a confidential, app-based counseling service – free of charge. We are passionate about beginning work on this initiative to help our members help employees in need.  Exhibit booth reservation requests for the 2020 TIA Capital Ideas and Exhibition can be made here. If you have questions, contact meetings@tianet.org.
EducationIf we had to pick one of the biggest buzzwords in the industry right now, ‘automation’ would be it. But you don’t have to overhaul your entire supply chain or install robots before you can see efficiency gains. Instead, small-scale improvements to your existing systems can reap enormous rewards. Learn how leading logistics companies are cutting down on response time and scaling their operations by introducing automation into their digital workflow. Thursday, August 29 2-3PM EST Sponsored and Presented by Front App Learn the basics of contracts from two experts, James Lee and Ron Usem. Ideal for new brokers or new employees, this member-benefit webinar will give you a step by step walkthrough of TIA’s Broker/Carrier contract and TIA’s Broker/Shipper contract, with ample time at the end of the webinar for any questions you may have. Wednesday, September 4 2-3PM EST Presented by James Lee and Ron Usem
In this wide-ranging talk Noël Perry, TIA Chief Economist will present his forecast for industry conditions in 2020, to include the chance of recession and the effects of regulatory changes, including the FMCSA's latest proposals for Hours of Service. As usual, Noël will also touch on the wider context of transportation with special attention to the first signs of the radical technical changes that will affect all of our businesses over the next 10 years - and beyond! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Special $225 Savings for TIA Members. The New Employee Package evaluates and makes your employees better. It Includes: New Employee Orientation, and The New Hire Assessment OR The Performance Predictor Assessment. Are you ready to stand out? Start your employees off on the right track and demonstrate your company’s commitment to success.
TIA Services - Discounted Business SolutionsIn the May 2019 "What Are You Reading?" survey, TIA's flagship magazine, 3PL Perspectives, was ranked No.1 among Brokers for printed materials. Magazine articles are written by a variety of 3PL industry leaders, including TIA members, and are the core of the magazine’s content, making it a great channel for you to extend your reach to all TIA members. Are you interested in contributing an article to 3PL Perspectives? Contact Neil Humphrey at Humphrey@tianet.org for more information. The Member Resource Library is a collection of guidelines and frameworks, contracts, legal cases, and other resources to provide TIA Members with a knowledge bank for 3PL success.
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