GC Library: Logistics : Open Access & Online Resources

What Is Open Access?

Open access (OA) means making research publications freely available, benefiting anyone from reading and using the research. Open Access initiatives seek to remove barriers such as "paywalls" and make free research articles and other works easy to find and read.

Open access is part of a wider ‘open’ movement to encourage the free exchange of knowledge and resources to widen access and encourage creativity (Fox Valley Technical Resources).

Open Access & Online Resources

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Bureau of Labor Statistics
Data and Statistics About the U.S.
The website provide statistical data generated by many different U.S. government agencies. You can find statistics on interest rates, inflation rates, wages, consumer credit, and other data.
Export Solutions
Export Solutions brings together resources to assist American businesses in planning their international sales strategies and succeed in today’s global marketplace.
International Trade Administration
ITA's mission is to create prosperity by strengthening the competitiveness of U.S. industry, promoting trade and investment, and ensuring fair trade and compliance with trade laws and agreements.

Maps

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Open Door Logistics
ODL Studio is free, open-source software that lets you create rich, detailed sales or delivery territory maps.
Navigation Information and Soundings
Find information about channel improvements, soundings, and hydrographic surveys of port facilities.
Logistics Value Stream Map Template
A well-created logistics value stream map template is provided to download and print.

Tools

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SeaRates: Ship Schedules
Find sailing schedules by route or vessel with multiple shipping lines.
SeaRates: Container Tracking
See cargo location on the map in real time.
SeaRates: Load Calculator
The smart engine for transport stuffing.
SeaRates: Distances & Time
Visual module with map, showing sea and land routings.

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Open Access & Online Resources

Maps

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