Logistics and supply chain management (SCM) is the planning, coordination, and oversight of the movement, storage, and delivery of goods from origin to end-user. It encompasses the flow of materials, information, and finances across a network of suppliers, manufacturers, warehouses, distributors, and retailers. Efficient logistics and SCM are essential for modern commerce, global trade, and […]
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Railroads in the United States serve two primary functions: freight transportation and passenger service. While both rely on the same fundamental infrastructure of tracks, signals, and locomotives, they differ significantly in purpose, operation, economics, and historical development. Understanding the distinctions between freight and passenger rail is essential for comprehending the structure of American rail transport
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The Union Pacific Railroad (UP) is one of the largest freight railroad networks in the United States and a pivotal part of American transportation history. Founded in 1862 under the Pacific Railway Act, Union Pacific was charged with constructing the eastern portion of the First Transcontinental Railroad, connecting the Mississippi River with the Pacific Coast.
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