Mon.Nov 06, 2023

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Leading a Logistics Biz Turnaround with Harry Drajpuch

The Logistics of Logistics

Harry Drajpuch and Joe Lynch discuss leading a logistics biz turnaround. Harry is the Chief Executive Officer of Amware Fulfillment , a Staci Company. Throughout his long, successful career, Harry has led multiple logistics business turnarounds. About Harry Drajpuch Harry Drajpuch is the Chief Executive Officer of Amware Fulfillment, a Staci Company.

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Back to School: Classes Supply Chain Leaders Should Take

Talking Logistics

“When you stop learning, you stop leading,” says leadership expert Kenneth Blanchard. This is particularly true for supply chain professionals considering the rapid and ongoing changes in the field. If you were to go back to school (or have already) to improve your skills/knowledge in areas you view as important for continuing your growth as.

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How to choose the right ERP system for your business

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

Managing sophisticated manufacturing operations is not unlike coordinating the world’s air traffic. Consider the metaphor for a moment. Among the production lines, warehouses, and shipping docks of your company, your ERP system acts as the air traffic control tower—directing every operation, process and data point successfully from and to their destinations accurately and on time.

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Using Computer Vision to Inspect Incoming Boxes for Damage in the Warehouse

Supply Chain Brain

Intel sets out to replace an arduous and time-consuming manual process for inspecting damaged boxes in the warehouse, with an automated system that employs computer vision and artificial intelligence.

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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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Energy and Labour Costs: 2 Top Warehousing Challenges in 2023

Logistics Bureau

Recent studies have shown that among the challenges frustrating warehouse and distribution centre managers this year, rising energy and labour costs are two of the most often cited. Of course, there is no quick and easy way to curb increases in the cost of energy and labour, but now is an excellent time to start thinking about practical ways to reduce energy usage and increase labour productivity and efficiency.

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Schneider Electric’s Works with EcoVadis to Drive Supplier Emissions Engagment

Logistics Viewpoints

Suppliers are facing increasing pressure from the buyers of their goods and services to report their environmental, social, and governance data. As corporations announce plans to be Net Zero across their end-to-end supply chain at some point in the future – often 2050 – they then need their suppliers to participate in helping them meet their goals. Corporations are kicking off these initiatives both because their customers expect it and because of increasing regulatory pressure.

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A Record Number of Supertankers Is Headed to Collect U.S. Oil

Supply Chain Brain

The glut of vessels racing to the U.S. Gulf even includes ships heading to the region on a speculative basis without any cargo booking, an industry practice known as ballasting.

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[Video] How To Prevent Your TMS From Becoming A Shock Absorber

Talking Logistics

We’ve got horrible roads where I live, lots of bumps and potholes everywhere. Not surprising, I’ve had to replace the shock absorbers on my car more than one time. What does a shock absorber do? They dampen and absorb all those bumps in the road so that your car can travel as smoothly as possible. Read more The post [Video] How To Prevent Your TMS From Becoming A Shock Absorber appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Managing Reusable Packaging Containers With Sensor-Driven Asset Intelligence

Supply Chain Brain

A leading supplier of reusable packaging containers seeks to boost visibility and cut down on losses within a network of millions of units, with a method that makes economic sense. Roambee provides the innovative solution.

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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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Mullen Class 1 Electric Cargo Van Attains EPA Certificate of Conformity

NGT News

Electric vehicle manufacturer Mullen Automotive Inc. says it has received a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Certificate of Conformity for its Class 1 electric cargo vans. The Mullen Class 1 van has completed all mandatory testing requirements for Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and compliance. With EPA certification in hand and FMVSS compliance, Mullen will begin […] The post Mullen Class 1 Electric Cargo Van Attains EPA Certificate of Conformity appeared first on NGT News.

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Smart Factory and Supply Chain Technology Can Improve Healthcare for Patients and Providers

Supply Chain Brain

Investing in and implementing smart sourcing and manufacturing solutions is not a quick and complete fix for today’s drug and device shortages, but it can help.

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Hirschbach sells yard spotting business to Lazer Logistics

Commercial Carrier Journal

With over 100 battery electric vehicles, Lazer operates North America’s largest fleet of outsourced electric spotters.

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Estes Boosts Pickup Data Visibility in Collaboration With Worldwide Express

Supply Chain Brain

Estes Express Lines achieves “clear line of sight” with a new visibility application, tailored to customer preferences defined by WWEX, a third-party logistics provider specializing in serving small to medium-sized shippers.

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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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Behind owner-operator John Schiltz: Support to button up for success

Overdrive Online

October Trucker of the Month John Schiltz owes a lot of his early success just to "hustle," as he puts it, yet he credits his wife and business partner, fellow owner-op Sarah Schiltz, with big parts of recent-history excellence.

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Supply Chain Innovation 2023: It’s Happening Everywhere

Supply Chain Brain

We congratulate all of the finalists in this year’s SCIA competition, who reflect the quantity, quality and scope of innovations that are being devised by supply chain leaders everywhere.

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Shrinking Trade Between the U.S. and China: Who Benefits?

MTS Logistics

The old saying of “God made Heaven and the Earth and the rest are in made in China” does not seem to be holding anymore as China is facing fundamental problems in its economy. These problems China is facing can be summarized as the “5Ds” 1. Disease Disease, known in the form of the Covid lockdowns, hit Chinese factories hard.

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Introducing 1Exiger Supply Chain Platform and UX

Supply Chain Brain

1Exiger offers customers a simplified view of how they do business with preferred vendors and suppliers to protect against disruption and the risk of reputational harm.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.

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Optimizing Raw Material Management in Food & Beverage Manufacturing with TMS Solution

Loginext

This article discusses the challenges of managing raw material expiration in the food and beverage manufacturing industry. It highlights the benefits of using a TMS solution, and how it can be used to optimize the management of raw materials. The post Optimizing Raw Material Management in Food & Beverage Manufacturing with TMS Solution appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Achieving High-Volume Throughput Performance for Subscription Fulfillment

Supply Chain Brain

A case study about a flexible and scalable fulfillment strategy for handling order for a major personalized beauty subscription company.

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New Hyster Reach Truck Goes Outside

Logistics Business Magazine

Hyster has introduced a new Reach Truck that works inside and outside providing even more flexibility for storage, handling and loading operations. The robust new RO1.6-2.0 Reach Truck models, for lifts up to two tonnes, feature Super Elastic tyres for load and drive wheels for use on uneven, outdoor ground conditions, as well as in indoor warehouse operations.

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Cyber Scams and High-Tech Heists: Securing Freight in the Age of Strategic Cargo Theft

Supply Chain Brain

Fortunately, shippers can defend themselves against these forms of transport theft.

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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.

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Southgate Repositions Offer to Customers

Logistics Business Magazine

Southgate Global, formerly known as Southgate Packaging, has announced a repositioning to communicate its whole offer to customers as an operational logistics and fulfilment equipment, consumables and services supplier, as it enters its next phase of growth. As part of the reposition, Southgate will be driving new ranges and market leading innovation to meet the changing needs of operational logistics and fulfilment over the next decade.

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Lost en Route: Ambient IoT Ensures Shipments Reach the Right Destination

Supply Chain Brain

As the popularity of e-commerce grows, companies struggle with the business risk of misloaded packages. New supply chain visibility solutions can help fix the problem.

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Promwad to Start Performing Electric Vehicle Conversions for Fleets

NGT News

German electronics firm Promwad says it is bringing its technology and experience in the automotive and engineering sectors to begin offering electric vehicle conversions of fleets’ gasoline and diesel engines. “Converting municipal transport to electric power sets a great energy example, reduces carbon footprints, and promotes sustainable practices for citizens,” says Ivan Kuten, co-owner of […] The post Promwad to Start Performing Electric Vehicle Conversions for Fleets appeared fi

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IBM Uses AI and Visibility Tools to Boost Efficiency

Supply Chain Brain

IBM, a pioneer in the development of artificial intelligence, deploys the ground-breaking technology to make real-time predictions about the status and shipment of sales orders.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

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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EVENSOL Completes Pair of RNG Facilities

NGT News

EVENSOL LLC, a renewable energy project developer focusing on biogas and methane mitigation, has developed two renewable natural gas (RNG) facilities in North Carolina that are now operational. The Foothills Renewables Project in Caldwell County, N.C., and the Upper Piedmont Renewables Project in Person County, N.C., convert landfill gas from Republic Services’ landfills into RNG. […] The post EVENSOL Completes Pair of RNG Facilities appeared first on NGT News.

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Watch: A Conversation With CSCMP's Mark Baxa

Supply Chain Brain

Mark Baxa, president and chief executive officer of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, sits down with us at the EDGE 2023 conference with an update on the organization's mission.

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Hexagon Purus to Provide Integration Solutions for Freightliner eM2 Electric Truck

NGT News

Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA), a manufacturer of Class 6-8 commercial vehicles, has entered into a long-term agreement with Hexagon Purus, a manufacturer of zero-emission mobility and infrastructure solutions, to provide complete vehicle integration of the battery-electric Freightliner eM2, which was developed to serve vocational applications.