Supply Chain and Logistics

MARCH 5, 2024

Truckers for Convoy can't get paid for their work for IKEA.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 5, 2024

The world’s major ocean container lines can’t get enough of big new ships — never mind the threat of severe overcapacity and a resulting downward pressure on freight rates.

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NGT News

MARCH 5, 2024

Heavy-duty transit bus manufacturer GILLIG has delivered the first 35 compressed natural gas (CNG) buses to Albuquerque, New Mexico’s transportation agency ABQ RIDE, with an additional 18 scheduled for mid-2024. This inaugural purchase marks a major transition for the agency as it replaces old diesel-hybrid buses with new, eco-friendly and cost-effective GILLIG buses.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 5, 2024

Join Uber Freight and SupplyChainBrain for a timely webinar on best practices in fleet management. Our panel will dive into critical aspects of assessment, management, and bid execution, along with the current market dynamics that impact both shippers and carriers.

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Artificial intelligence has quickly become a feature of everyday life: Using face ID to unlock a phone, communicating with online chatbots, and letting “smart” appliances help manage our homes are just a few of the ways that we interact with AI regularly. Forward-looking businesses are also using AI to transform their operations and gain a competitive edge.

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Loginext

MARCH 5, 2024

Investors constantly seek avenues to maximize their returns for Global commerce. One such solution that is gaining traction is generative AI in supply chain visibility software. Learn how how investors can leverage this technology to optimize their supply chain returns. The post Maximizing Investment Returns: Harnessing Generative AI for Supply Chain Visibility Software appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 5, 2024

Wondering why supply chain is such a great career option? Why should you choose it? What’s on it? Let’s break it down: it’s analytical, practical, and full of opportunities. How can we attract and keep talented people in this field? Join us as we explore the world of supply chain careers with Sofia Rivas Herrera. Learn from her expertise and insights as she shares key points from her own career journey.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 5, 2024

Supply Chain leaders face increasing expectations around their supply chain's sustainability performance from regulators and other stakeholders, while cost savings and business growth remain key priorities.

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NGT News

MARCH 5, 2024

The Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas (RNG Coalition) congratulates New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and the state she governs for signing the Clean Transportation Fuels Standard Bill, HB 41, into law. “This is a big victory for the people of New Mexico,” says Dana Adams, RNG Coalition’s manager of Legislative Policy. “Clean fuels, like […] The post RNG Coalition Salutes New Mexico on Passing Clean Transportation Fuels Standard appeared first on NGT News.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 5, 2024

The company has previously sponsored the restoration of the Apollo basin in the gardens of the Versailles Palace and the renovation of the Musee National de la Marine.

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Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Camelot 3PL Software

MARCH 5, 2024

As the logistics industry continues to evolve, 3PLs play a crucial role in ensuring seamless supply chain operations. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the world of mobile barcode scanning within 3PL warehouses, exploring its benefits, best practices, and how it impacts productivity. Why Mobile Barcode Scanning Matters 1. The Rise of E-Commerce E-commerce witnessed explosive growth during the global pandemic.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 5, 2024

Supply chain sustainability might once have once seemed like a luxury: nice to have, but not a strategic imperative. Those days are over.

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MercuryGate

MARCH 5, 2024

Selecting the right transportation management solutions provider is not just about choosing a software solution; it's about forging a partnership to steer your logistics and transportation management journey toward success. The post The Four-Step Roadmap to Successful Transportation Management Solutions appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 5, 2024

This brings the number of months of consecutive growth to 19, mainly driven by companies buying vehicles for use by their employees.

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Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 5, 2024

EnerSys® (NYSE:ENS), a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, announces an advancement in thin plate pure lead (TPPL) battery technology with the introduction of an optional Accelerated Throughput Package (ATP)* for select NexSys® TPPL batteries. NexSys® TPPL batteries equipped with the new ATP offer a significant increase in daily energy throughput compared to standard NexSys® TPPL batteries – making them ideal for harder-running, higher-reaching Class 1 and 2 equ

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NGT News

MARCH 5, 2024

Range Energy, a hardware company bringing powered trailers to the commercial trucking market, has launched its operational expenditure (OpEx) savings calculator for commercial fleet owners and operators. The first-of-its-kind online calculator captures and analyzes unique data points from fleets, including the price they pay for diesel fuel, baseline fuel efficiency, current electricity costs and miles […] The post Range Energy Offers Online Calculator to Show Electric-Powered Trailer Savi

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Linxup

MARCH 5, 2024

The utilization of fleet tracking technology has transformed how businesses oversee their fleet vehicles, providing real-time insights into their location, movement, and status. However, the advantages extend beyond mere vehicle tracking. Through harnessing telematics capabilities, fleet managers can elevate safety and liability measures, enhance efficiency, optimize routes, and streamline maintenance processes.

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NGT News

MARCH 5, 2024

LG Business Solutions has joined the Electric Vehicle Charge Station (EVCS) Certification Program of EV Connect, an electric vehicle charging business platform. The new Level 2 AC charging stations from LG for the North American market are now fully certified for operation on the EV Connect platform and within its charging ecosystem. The certification program […] The post LG Business Solutions Joins EV Connect’s Charge Site Certification Program appeared first on NGT News.

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Linxup

MARCH 5, 2024

Fleet managers have various avenues to trim operating expenses, and among them, optimizing resource management to enhance the longevity of vehicles and equipment stands out as the most lucrative. This approach can also prove to be one of the most straightforward strategies, particularly when equipped with the appropriate solutions. Harnessing a top-tier telematics ( GPS technology plus on-board diagnostics) solution , which offers a comprehensive approach to fleet management, providing 360-visib

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NGT News

MARCH 5, 2024

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says funding is now available for electric school bus charging infrastructure under the historic $4.2 billion Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act and through the New York School Bus Incentive Program (NYSBIP). Support is available to help make installing Level 2 or Direct Current Fast Charging […] The post New York Provides Funding to Support Electric School Bus Charging Infrastructure appeared first on NGT News.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 5, 2024

For Target and other retailers, paid memberships are valuable because they bring in additional revenue and deepen loyalty among its customers.

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3PL Links

MARCH 5, 2024

5 Main Advantages of Hiring a 3PL Logistics Operator | Image source: Pexels We defined the term “3PL” and discussed its use in the logistics industry in our previous post. Let’s review its essential idea to help you remember: 3PL stands for Third Party Logistics. Stated differently, a third-party logistics (3PL) provider will handle all aspects of your business’s logistics.

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Procurement and supply chain leaders have faced their share of disruption and economic turmoil these past four years. Whether from geopolitical tensions or the havoc caused by the pandemic and its aftershocks, plenty of challenges remain. Despite this, leaders are seeing a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel — inflation is decreasing, interest rates are leveling off and supply chain volatility is easing.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 5, 2024

Forget about the omnichannel. We're living in the world of "channel-free" logistics, says Bill Thayer, founder and chief executive officer of Fillogic.

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NGT News

MARCH 5, 2024

MoveEV, an artificial intelligence(AI)-powered electric vehicle transition platform that helps organizations convert fleet and employee-owned gas vehicles to electric and reimburse for charging at home, is providing a new Home Charging Savings Calculator for fleet managers who currently or soon will manage EVs. This easy-to-use online tool is designed to demonstrate the savings that can […] The post MoveEV Offers Fleet Managers Home Charging Savings Calculator appeared first on NGT News.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

MARCH 5, 2024

As a result of this acquisition, IMC will have more than 500 trucks in California.

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NGT News

MARCH 5, 2024

The Transportation Energy Institute’s Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) has released a new study entitled “Demand Charge Mitigation Strategies for EV Chargers” to evaluate the potential effects of different strategies on various stakeholders, including utilities, EV charger site hosts and EV drivers. Stakeholders, including many utilities, recognize that electric utility demand charges can have significant impacts […] The post EV Council Evaluates Demand Charge Mitigation Strategies for

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Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 5, 2024

Friday March 1st marked the date when Samskip took the next step in its strategic Baltic Sea development by increasing service capacity and adding the port of Klaipeda to its network. The extended service follows the successful establishment of Samskip’s dedicated Baltic Sea shortsea service in November 2023. Since its kick-off, the Samskip Baltic Sea service has aimed to provide a market-leading scheduling reliability, supported by good customer experience.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 5, 2024

No flower wants to stay a seed, no tree wants to stay a sampling, and no ecommerce business wants to stay stagnant. Every brand wants to grow; however, overzealous or uninformed decisions in pursuit of growth can hinder a brand from doing so. Ecommerce businesses that want to grow then scale successfully and sustainably have to make strategic decisions in every aspect of their operation.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 5, 2024

As warehouse logistics become increasingly automated with a mixed portfolio of devices, robots and systems, the need to connect and orchestrate the various solutions is ever more urgent. Consequently, the very latest multi-agent orchestration (MAO) technology, SnapControl, will be one of the main features at this year’s MODEX 2024 – at booth #A12509.

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