Morai Logistics

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

In this final part, we look into the role unions and the need for human judgement play in keeping trains from being universally automated. In last week’s blog post , we asked why there’s little media excitement around automated trains. The strongest case in favour of making train automation universal has to do with safety concerns.

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IoT World Today

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

million train journeys every day. Just building additional train tracks won’t address the problem in full. “Of Internet of Things (IoT) sensor-generated data is another key piece of improving railway efficiency and operations. Optimizing Railway Operations with Data. But railways can be hobbled by aging infrastructure.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

We hope the tips and ideas in this article will help you make inroads into warehouse energy and labour cost reduction. However, in this article, we’ll focus exclusively on the cost factor, drawing your attention to some questions you might ask yourself (and your team) about your facility’s energy usage.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 9, 2019

Editor’s Note: This article is from Steve Bettwy , Vice President – Quality and Business Continuity, Operational Excellence, and Continuous Improvement at Direct Supply. Today, for example, Amazon pre-loads un-purchased products onto a truck knowing they will be ordered by the time the truck reaches an area.

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Conger

OCTOBER 22, 2021

This article is all about aerial lift safety tips for operators, managers, and pedestrians. Make Sure Your Employees Are Trained. Inspect Before Operating. Aerial lifts can tip over if operated on uneven or unstable terrain. Operators can be ejected from the platform while the aerial lift is operating.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 8, 2023

The dogs trained to screen cargo are from a variety of breeds and chosen specifically for their sense of smell and include Spaniels, Labradors, German Shepherd or Golden Retrievers. A new cohort is currently also in training to be able to sniff out lithium batteries.

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Conger

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

The different types of MEWP along with examples of each. Examples of MEWPs. Don't have time to read the whole article? The new ANSI standards have also changed rules on MEWP safety planning, training, and design. Now, the purpose of this article is to make you familiar with the new ANSI standards for aerial lifts.

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Trinity Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

Businesses constantly seek innovative solutions for their supply chains to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance customer experience. Foundational Model This is where the training/learning takes place, where you’re teaching the AI how to look at things and look at input. But can it do just that?

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Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

The ability to operate in emerging domains such as ‘space’ and ‘cyber’, act in the ‘grey zone’, or investments in new technologies from hypersonic weaponry to automation and AI are seen as offsets to potential adversaries. The successful delivery of the ULAC has been greatly beneficial for both the Army and BAE Systems Australia.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 18, 2022

This article is from Asena Denizeri & Anil Gurbuz at Solvoyo and examines the challenges around supply chain planning for 2022 and beyond. Here are the challenges retailers may face in their supply chain operations in 2022 and some tips for overcoming them. To read the full article, click HERE.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 25, 2023

In this article, we will explore the benefits, challenges, and exciting future of autonomous vehicles in freight transportation, using the real-life example of Waymo’s autonomous trucking program. One of the primary advantages of autonomous vehicles in freight transportation is the potential for improved safety.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 29, 2021

There are many forms of AI, but for purposes of this article I’m referring to systems that use machine learning approaches to solve specific problems. It turns out that the distribution center is a target rich environment for using AI, with the potential to drive significant operational gains. AI-Based Warehouse Optimization Examples.

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Conger

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

In this article, we will explore: The importance of forklift safety. Using new attachments, working in areas with poor ventilation, or operating on unstable ground can make forklifts even more risky. These regulations reduce the chances of accidents resulting from improper use, inadequate training, or negligence.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 8, 2024

After 24 years with the Jungheinrich where she was responsible for the operational and customer service side of the business Karen has now also taken responsibility for the sales, racking and used equipment operation. Karen: “When I first joined, I was the only female in an operational role.

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Conger

JULY 6, 2023

Need to know OSHA’s forklift refresher training requirements? Table of Contents What Are OSHA's Forklift Refresher Training Requirements? What Can “Trigger” Forklift Refresher Training? The operator is assigned a different type of lift truck. The operator has been involved in an incident or near-miss.

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3PL Links

AUGUST 13, 2023

We’ll talk about sustainable logistics for warehousing and distribution in this article. Driver Training Logistics for distribution can be more sustainably conducted if drivers are trained in effective driving techniques. This could include formal training, workshops, or brainstorming sessions for coming up with ideas.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2020

On a sunny Sunday afternoon, while I was jumping from one news feed to another, I saw an article about Mercy ships and the latest news about Global Mercy, which will be the world’s largest civilian hospital ship. Reading about the stories of hospital ships which were attacked on purpose is a tragic example of how humankind can become cruel.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

MARCH 8, 2022

Given China’s systemic production cost advantage, which now averages 30% to 35% even when shipping costs are included, ” says a recent article from the Harvard Business Review. Transloading, for example, has transitioned from loading ocean freight containers onto trains to unloading cargo directly into domestic trucks close to port.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2022

For example, related to warehouse technology, a recent Lucas Systems industry study found 89% of respondents agreed that implementing artificial intelligence-based software within distribution centers can provide a competitive advantage. In addition to product design, training is another opportunity to involve your frontline workers.

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Kanban Logistics

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

In this article, we’ve listed several specific questions that you should ask your current or prospective 3PL provider to make sure that your pharmaceutical products are in good hands. The best 3PLs operate in a constant state of ‘audit-readiness’ and are always prepared for an impromptu visit by the FDA or any other auditing agency.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 19, 2021

Well, imagine you are training for a 100 metre sprint in your district. If, for example, you are concerned about the pick rates in your warehouse, or your transport costs, or your inventory accuracy, benchmarking can help you because it can show you exactly where your performance is compared to others in your industry.

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Globalior

APRIL 20, 2021

Inventory picking is an important element of warehouse operations. When designed well, it will allow operators to make the entire order preparation cycle efficient. This is an operational process characterized by high-intensity work that is fundamental for many warehouses. Invest operator training.

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WorkWave

MAY 24, 2024

Sources cite the resiliency of essential services , predictive recurring revenue and business model growth opportunities enabled by technology, training and development as being reasons behind the interest. Q&A highlights in this article [Open] [Close] WorkWave: Where should you start if you are looking to sell your business?

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Kanban Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2023

In this article, we’ll take a look at the current state of logistics in North Carolina, specifically warehouse space vacancy rates and available labor. The Charlotte region, for example, currently has a warehouse vacancy rate of 4.3%. The expansion of manufacturing and distribution operations in the state.

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Conger

JULY 28, 2022

In this article, you’ll: Learn the top safety guidelines for warehouses. Specific aspects of warehouse safety include: Material handling equipment operation and maintenance. For example, an injured employee may have to miss work, spills and debris need to be cleaned up, and damaged equipment needs to be repaired. Let’s dive in!

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Conger

JANUARY 11, 2022

This article is all about comparing sit-down forklifts and stand-up forklifts. The training requirements for operators of both. By the end of the article, you’ll be able to decide which one is best for you. Sit-down forklifts are those where the operator is seated and facing forward when driving the truck.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 17, 2021

What’s covered in this article: The negative impacts of Covid-19 on the trucking industry. With such disruptions in the cargo-industry, it is difficult to identify the manpower required for a carrier to operate effectively. When an employer invests and trains their staff, future expenditure to rehire is minimized.

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Globalior

JULY 8, 2020

For example, a compliance professional working in an aerospace company will need to be focused on export controls while a company that manufactures and exports low to medium complexity home cleaning products may be focused on Free Trade Agreements. Experienced compliance professionals also build strong supply chain knowledge over the years.

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The Lean Thinker

OCTOBER 13, 2020

The fundamentals are based on the “Rules-in-Use” from Decoding the DNA of the Toyota Production System , a landmark HBR article by Steve Spear and H. The article, in turn, summarizes (and slightly updates) Spear’s findings from his PhD work studying Toyota. It is the direction that matters, not the reminders.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

You are not alone, especially as in the time since we first penned this article, one huge and unforeseen event has raised awareness of the global importance of this vital sector—and shown it to be an attractive career choice. For example, you can be doing finance in supply chain, or you can be doing operations.

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Turvo

OCTOBER 14, 2021

COVID-19 further impacted the driver pool due to social distancing, as fewer new drivers were trained by training schools. . When you introduce new procedures, make sure to notify everyone who may be affected – your drivers will feel valued and included in the company’s operations. Provide education and training: .

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Kanban Logistics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In addition to standard warehousing operations, your third-party logistics (3PL) provider may be able to handle additional value-added services. In this article, we’ll identify and define the most common value-added warehousing services that a 3PL provider may perform. The driver is early to a retailer appointment.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 24, 2021

In this article, written by Markus Kammerhofer, Director Sales Retro, TGW Logistics Group , we look at the most important factors for a successful retrofit intralogistics project. For another, knowledge is lost over the years when, for example, the IT experts who still know how to work with the programming languages C and C++ retire.

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EazyStock

JUNE 16, 2022

For example, navigation apps, facial recognition, smart assistants, and even robot vacuum cleaners at home use this smart tech. You can read about warehouse automation and technology in our article , where we discuss voice technology, radio frequency identification, automated guided vehicles, and robots.

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Morai Logistics

JANUARY 29, 2020

Given the transparency, agility, and efficiency needed in modern day supply chains, it’s hard to get around the fact their operations have to be digital. An article by GlobalTranz explains, If the vision of Industry 4.0 On top of money and resources, it also requires an entirely new way of operating.

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Logistics in War

AUGUST 18, 2019

Logistics readiness refers to the ability to undertake, to build up and thereafter to sustain, combat operations at the full combat potential of forces. [1]. Of course additional funding and attention can improve the capability and capacity of any military force to sustain itself in peace and on operations.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 26, 2017

Unless you’ve lived in a cave the last three years, you probably have read many articles about cool applications of artificial intelligence. For example, you probably heard about how a machine learning algorithm allowed the machine to beat the best humans in Go or in Poker in the past year. Take IBM’s Watson for example.

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