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Introduction                            IN TRANSPORTATION,

                                             GLOBAL LOGISTICS AND

                                             VENDOR PARTNERSHIPS



                                             Connecting you to higher productivity, increased
                                             efficiencies, and improved inventory management

















































                                             Industry experts see growth for the U.S. in most modes of
                                             transportation, particularly truck, rail, and intermodal. With

                                             the global economy still on the mend, trade is predicted to
                                             grow at a modest 3-4% as developed nations contend with

                                             weak growth, eurozone debt, a slowdown in China as well
                                             as other emerging economies, and unpredictable oil prices.

                                             Concern over environmental issues will continue, spurring
                                             biofuels and hybrid vehicles. The need for global system

                                             solution partners will remain strong.
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