Wed.Aug 09, 2023

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Explaining the Importance of a Warehouse Management System

Cyzerg

The importance of a warehouse management system i s imm ense in today’s fast-paced and highly competitive business landscape. A well-implemented warehouse management system (WMS) can streamline operations, improve inventory accuracy, reduce cycle times, and enhance customer satisfaction. From systemizing processes to providing real-time visibility into inventory levels, a WMS offers a comprehensive solution to warehouse challenges.

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The Life Sciences and Healthcare Supply Chain with Jim Saponaro

The Logistics of Logistics

Jim Saponaro and Joe Lynch discuss the life sciences and healthcare supply chain. Jim is the President, Life Sciences & Healthcare DHL Supply Chain North America. About Jim Saponaro Jim Saponaro is the President, Life Sciences & Healthcare DHL Supply Chain North America. Jim joined DHL Supply Chain in 2011 and over the last decade, his leadership responsibilities have grown alongside the LSHC sector’s growth.

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How Often Do You Consider Risk in Your Supply Chain Decisions?

Talking Logistics

The COVID-19 pandemic and its ripple effects have put supply chain risk management back in the spotlight. Simply put, supply chains today face greater risks than in the past, including from relatively new threats like cyberattacks. How often do you consider risk in your supply chain decisions? We asked members of our Indago supply chain. Read more The post How Often Do You Consider Risk in Your Supply Chain Decisions?

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Direct-to-Consumer Fulfillment Needs & “WMS-Plus” Propel Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Demand

Logistics Viewpoints

This year’s research on the global WMS market has revealed many of the perennial factors influencing demand for WMS solutions – such as e-commerce fulfillment needs. However, there is one dynamic that became ubiquitous across market segments this year. I refer to this dynamic as demand for “WMS-plus.” — I have now completed ARC Advisory Group’s research on the global warehouse management systems (WMS) market , and it is currently in editing.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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School Fleet Running 100% Propane Autogas Buses at $1.68 Per Gallon

NGT News

What initially seemed like an impossible task for Indian River County School District 15 years ago has now become one of the most successful initiatives the district has implemented and a flagship example of alternative fuel implementation for schools across the nation. In 2009, Indian River County School District began exploring alternative fuels in an […] The post School Fleet Running 100% Propane Autogas Buses at $1.68 Per Gallon appeared first on NGT News.

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With Growth on the Horizon, Supply Chain Leaders Must Become Forward-Thinking

Supply Chain Brain

By identifying and laying down the groundwork for what the future supply chain leader looks like, executives will attract and retain top talent that will bring success.

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Port of Houston Celebrates Completion of Bayport Terminal Expansion

MTS Logistics

Last Friday, a major milestone was reached in the Port of Houston’s bid to expand its capacity. On August 4th, the Port of Houston announced that it had completed construction of Wharf 6 at the Bayport Container Terminal, an expansion project that the port says will bring extra capacity and help reduce supply chain delays and bottlenecks. The new concrete wharf was constructed to add an extra berth for additional vessels at the Port of Houston.

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Why We Need to Stop Ignoring Simulation for Inventory Uncertainty

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain design technologies that identify and quantify risks at the supplier, facility, customer and network levels allow organizations to make better decisions.

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Prologis adds 700,000 sq.ft. UK Warehousing

Logistics Business Magazine

Prologis UK, owner and developer of logistics property, has completed a £240m portfolio of development across London and the Midlands, bringing 627,724 sq. ft. of prime new UK warehousing space to the market across three strategically located sites, with a further 62,537 sq. ft. comprehensively refurbished in Birmingham’s strongest market. The construction projects at Prologis Park Midpoint and Prologis Park Bromford Gate, both located in Birmingham, and at Prologis Park West London and Prologis

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Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry

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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German Supermarket Trials Charging True Climate, Health Cost of Foods

Supply Chain Brain

The “wahre Kosten” or “real costs” campaign was triggered by the belief that prices in supermarkets do not reflect the true environmental or long-term health costs of food.

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Customers Fuel Logistics Property Growth

Logistics Business Magazine

Potter Space, a market leader in the small to mid-box (sub 100k sq. ft.) industrial and logistics property sector, has recently welcomed a new customer to its Ely business park in Cambridgeshire, UK. Moving into Unit 24 at the Cambridgeshire business park, MLH Transport is a leading transport operator delivering freight services throughout the UK and Europe, and will occupy a warehouse housing expanded pallet and vehicle storage operations.

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Delivery Slowdown Drives UPS Earnings Down

Supply Chain Brain

The package carrier took an extra hit last quarter from its contract talks with the Teamsters union, which UPS says resulted in $1 billion in lost revenue.

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Electric Terminal Tractor Passes Practical Test

Logistics Business Magazine

The freight forwarding and logistics company, Duvenbeck, is taking another step towards switching its fleet to low-emission vehicles. The firm tested a fully electric terminal tractor unit at its business site in Rastatt in July this year. It was used to move uncoupled (semi-)trailers at the factory site of a vehicle manufacturer. “The terminal tractor unit made by the Dutch manufacturer, Terberg, has completed its first operations in everyday service without causing any problems,” says Volker M

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

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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Unemployment in Transportation Sector Rises, Topping National Average

Supply Chain Brain

The unemployment rate in the U.S. transportation sector rose 0.7 percentage points to 4.9% in July 2022, above the pre-pandemic July 2019 level of 4.2%.

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Overlapping Route Planning Solution

Logistics Business Magazine

The exciting new partnership between supply chain software leader EPG and route planning innovator Greenplan has already reached a significant milestone, with the news that time-critical logistics specialist DANX is rolling out Greenplan in its Denmark operations. “Our mission is to be the leading provider in time-critical service logistics across Eu-rope,” said Thomas Wad, CTIO at DANX Carousel group.

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Zara’s Billionaire Owner Becomes California Landlord to Walmart

Supply Chain Brain

Ortega’s family office has paid $109 million to acquire the center in Inland Empire, a logistics hub some 60 miles east of Los Angeles.

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Optimal Spare Parts Storage Solution

Logistics Business Magazine

Swedish Agro Machinery AB, distributor and importer of farming machinery has decided to centralize its spare parts storage system and equip the new warehouse of 3,700 square meters with SSI Schaefer’s logistics solutions. Pallet and cantilever racks, shelves and SSI LOGIMAT® Vertical Lift Modules are parts of the solution. The result: a compact warehouse with up to 23,000 different parts and an overnight delivery.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

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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Watch: Nearshoring in Mexico: The New North American Model

Supply Chain Brain

It’s no wonder that companies from all over the world are establishing operations in Mexico.

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Renewable Natural Gas Project Receives Additional Funcding

NGT News

Greater Commercial Lending (GCL), a company that provides government-guaranteed loans to businesses and organizations in underserved and rural communities, has completed its second $25 million loan for the Aemetis Biogas Central Dairy Digester Project. The first $25 million loan was completed in October 2022. The loan, guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) through […] The post Renewable Natural Gas Project Receives Additional Funcding appeared first on NGT News.

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SONAR recognized for superior customer satisfaction, strong market presence

FreightWaves SONAR

The freight market has historically been analyzed and understood through the lens of legacy data. This type of data is good at explaining what happened in the past, but its lagging indicators do not provide the up-to-date information industry leaders need to make the best decisions in today’s fast-moving market environment. FreightWaves SONAR was created to solve the legacy data issue and change the way the world understands the freight market.

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Municipal Fleet Acquiring Mobile EV Charger for Buses

NGT News

Pioneer Power Solutions Inc. has received an initial order from the City of Fairfield, Calif., through AssetWorks, a supplier of fleet management software, automated fueling systems and EV charge management software, for one e-Boost trailer-mounted unit to service the electric portion of Fairfield’s public bus fleet. The unit will include high-capacity DC charging capability, utilizing […] The post Municipal Fleet Acquiring Mobile EV Charger for Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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Growing Your Business: How the Best in Pest Use Software to Out-Sell Competitors

WorkWave

Time To Read: 3 minutes Whether your goals include expanding into new territories or just increasing your revenue to keep things operating smoothly, your pest control business relies on bringing in new customers to flourish. While it remains true that word of mouth is a strong source of leads for field service businesses, including those working in pest control, it’s not enough to cross your fingers and hope your current customers will lead their friends and neighbors onto your list of customers

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Canadian Logistics Fleet Sets Ambitious Net-Zero Goal

NGT News

Ecom Logistics, a full-service logistics firm based in Canada, says it is focusing on achieving net-zero emissions by 2030 in an effort to promote eco-friendly supply chain solutions. Central to the company’s strategy is a transition to an electric fleet. Ecom Logistics is operating a fleet of Ford EVs for last-mile deliveries, and the organization […] The post Canadian Logistics Fleet Sets Ambitious Net-Zero Goal appeared first on NGT News.

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Biden Narrows China Investment Order as U.S. Seeks Better Ties

Supply Chain Brain

The order, announced August 9, would regulate U.S. investments in some Chinese semiconductor, quantum computing and artificial intelligence firms.

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Unlock Best-Value Courier Rates with Radius Logistics!

Radius Logistics

In today’s fast-paced digital age, small businesses have a growing need for reliable and affordable courier rates. Whether it’s a local delivery or an international shipment, finding the best rates can often seem like an uphill battle. Overpriced services eat into your profits and can damage your business reputation if the service doesn’t match the price point.

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GEP Outlook Report 2024

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.