Labelmaster launches DG Exchange

CONNECTING THE COMMUNITY

PLATFORM • ROB FINN, VICE-PRESIDENT OF LABELMASTER, INTRODUCES A NEW COMMUNITY FOR DG PROFESSIONALS THAT WILL HELP THEM SHARE, LEARN AND NETWORK

SHIPPING DANGEROUS GOODS (DG) is a complex and high-risk activity, leaving professionals at various levels of organisations looking for information, searching to find answers or simply trying to stay on top of the latest trends, issues and regulatory changes.

Addressing this common challenge was a driving force behind the creation of DG Exchange, the global dangerous goods industry’s first digital community. DG Exchange is a one-of-a-kind platform where supply chain and business professionals can connect and share ideas and information related to dangerous goods and further empower themselves to improve supply chain performance, compliance, safety and profitability within their organisations.

DG Exchange offers a wide range of opportunities to: - Access insightful content and share/request sources - Attend educational events and training sessions - Engage with peers through open forums and other networking opportunities. So what exactly can users find in DG Exchange and how can it help make their hazmat transport operations safer and more efficient?

DG Exchange provides a range of opportunities for members to engage, learn and connect around the key trends and challenges impacting the dangerous goods industry. Groups: this is where users can discover resources, members, events and conversations centred on key dangerous goods topics – regulations, training, lithium batteries, technology in the supply chain and supply chain management. Events: DG Exchange will host live virtual events throughout the year as well as on-demand webinars on a range of supply chain topics. Resources: DG Exchange will be a home for articles, blog posts, infographics, podcasts and more, to help users stay up to date with the latest DG issues, trends and best practices. Forums: Users can engage with other members by asking questions and participating in ongoing discussions about specific hazmat-related topics. Member directory: Users can find and connect with community members located in specific regions of the world, who have specific areas of expertise or similar job roles or focus areas.

RANGE OF TOPICS Dangerous goods transport isn’t just one subject – it’s more like a university where every topic has its own curriculum and requires its own level of expertise. That’s why the DG Exchange offers five distinct groups where

DG EXCHANGE PROVIDES A WINDOW ON A WORLD

participants can start and join conversations: • Regulations: Dangerous goods regulations make up several thousand-page books and there are new wrinkles every week. Here’s where you can get help navigating them all. • Technology in the Supply Chain: From blockchain to warehouse management to artificial intelligence, keep up with the world’s most advanced hazmat operations. • Supply Chain Management: C-suites have finally woken up to the importance of safe, efficient supply chains. Get insights you can share to secure the resources you need. • Training: Top dangerous goods managers know the right training practices can unlock higher performance throughout the operation. Make it happen with tips and insights here. • Lithium Batteries: Everyone’s favorite topic deserves its own group, right? Find the help you need to stay on top of new regulations and operator variations. There’s also a ‘Hazard Class 13: Unclassified DG Topics’ group with live chats about any topic related to the DG supply chain.

WHO’S IN? DG Exchange was created for anyone involved in the dangerous goods supply chain. Whether your organisation ships dangerous goods every day or only a few packages a year, the DG Exchange is a place where professionals at all levels of the organisation can come to better understand the complex world of DG. In addition, your organisation can gain valuable information, insights and connections to enhance business performance, improve operations, drive revenue and more.

The community is special because it’s the individuals involved in the dangerous goods supply chain who are driving discussions, sharing insightful content and collaborating with each other. Once you join, you’ll have unlimited, free access to every section of the DG Exchange. You’ll be able to make connections with other supply chain pros and industry experts, chat about issues that impact your business, and dive deep into resources from myriad sources to find the insights you need.

Because the DG Exchange is driven by the DG community, you – and thousands of professionals like you – will determine how fast it grows and what directions it takes. As the community grows, so too will the industry topics that are covered, the resource content being shared and the volume of peers around the world with whom to connect. Ultimately, the community will provide the continuous opportunity for members to better navigate critical dangerous goods issues and positively impact their businesses.

Join the DG Exchange community – just go to www.dgexchange.com – to connect with your peers and access exclusive content to empower your organisation to better manage dangerous goods.