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MGMT 331 Week 7 Discussion: Intermodalism
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Preparation
Consider this information:
•	According to your author intermodal transportation involves the use of two or more modes of transportation in moving a shipment from origin to destination, primarily through the use of the “ container” (Coyle, et al., pp. 359).
Discussion
In this discussion activity, address the following:
•	Both FedEx and UPS are companies involved in intermodal transport. Choose one of the two companies to investigate. List/describe the following:
o	Name of the company
o	Modes of transportation used primarily the intermodal process
o	Products transported
o	Pricing strategies
o	Current issues
o	Future plans for the company
•	Give a personal critique of the company - what is your opinion of this company, what do you believe is the outlook for this company, etc.
•	Reply to at least two of your peers.