Wed.Nov 08, 2023

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Helping Logistics Founders with Nate Shutes

The Logistics of Logistics

Nate Shutes and Joe Lynch discuss helping logistics founders, which is exactly what Nate does with his podcast, The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. About Nate Shutes Nate Shutes is the host of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics podcast and is currently building a private community for logistics entrepreneurs. He is also the VP of Global Fulfillment & Logistics for Blu Dot, a modern furniture designer and retailer based in Minneapolis, MN.

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The Importance of Sustainability Benchmarking

Logistics Viewpoints

The notion of going green is a hot topic as companies and countries look at their overall environmental impact and search for ways to be more sustainable. Companies can begin to offset their carbon footprint by taking a deeper look at their supply chain, including product packaging, energy efficiency, alternative fuels, route optimization, and returns and recycling programs.

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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 surprisingly, I’ve had to replace the shock absorbers on my car more than once. What does a shock absorber do? They dampen all those bumps in the road so your car can travel as smoothly as possible. If you’re a transportation. Read more The post How To Prevent Your TMS From Becoming a Shock Absorber appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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The state of reducing truck crashes

Commercial Carrier Journal

University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute found that, by themselves, lane-departure warning reduces crashes by 14%; electronic stability control by 19%; forward collision warning by 14%, and blind spot warning by 5%.

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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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Mastering Omnichannel Fulfillment: 3 Key Strategies for Retail Success

Supply Chain Brain

Omni-channel, demand-driven fulfillment using AI and automatic decision-making technologies will give retailers the edge they need to succeed in a very competitive landscape.

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Watch: The Challenge of Perfecting Appointment Scheduling

Supply Chain Brain

Appointment scheduling in logistics has long been a manual process, prone to error and miscommunication. Thanks to automation, that's changing, says Tom Curee, president of Qued.

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Case Study – INX

Blue Grace Logistics

INX International Ink Co. Case Study INX International Ink Co. & BlueGrace Renowned inks and coatings manufacturer, INX , harnesses the power of BlueGrace’s Managed Logistics™ program to elevate their operations to new heights. Watch this case study video and hear from the company’s leaders and transportation management experts as they delve into the journey, the challenges they faced, and the outcomes achieved through utilizing BlueGrace’s Managed Logistics™ program.

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Model N Launches Self-Service Portal for Manufacturers and Their Partners

Supply Chain Brain

Channel Collaboration is the partner portal for Channel Data Management (CDM), offering users real-time data collection services including inventory, point of sale and end-customer price points.

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How Snackpass Drives Warehouse Efficiency [Video]

Stord

Snackpass, partnered with Stord to help keep up with its demand while modernizing their process through our warehouse management system, Stord One Warehouse.

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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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Global Freight Recession Continues into 2024 CNBC Survey Predicts

Supply Chain Brain

Those interviewed said they expect a rebound during the second half of 2024 with half of the participants saying they believe freight volumes will increase by 5% during that period.

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Japanese Shipper ONE Acquires U.S. West Coast and Rotterdam Terminal Operators in Deal

MTS Logistics

Ocean Network Express (ONE), a Japanese shipping carrier, has expanded its global footprint with purchases of terminal operators in the U.S. and in the Netherlands. ONE, the world’s sixth-largest shipping carrier, closed on its acquisition of Trapac, Yusen, and Rotterdam World Gateway, three terminal operators crucial to operations at U.S. West Coast ports and ports in Rotterdam.

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Australian Farmers Are Giving Sheep Away for Free After 75% Price Plunge

Supply Chain Brain

Sheep prices have slumped, with older animals fetching an average of just $22 in October 2023 and some reports of animals selling for less than a dollar a head.

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Supply Chain Shortages Have Eased

Logistics Business Magazine

Global supply chains have largely recovered from the shocks experienced by the onset of the Russia-Ukraine war, with industries such as energy and food witnessing price and supply shortages ease significantly compared to the highs of 2022. This is according to Efficio’s latest report, Category Insights & Outlook H2 2023 which provides a summary of global supply chains as of Q3 2023.

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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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Regulators Request Natural Gas Supply Protections Following 2022 Winter Outages

Supply Chain Brain

A report from t he NERC and FERC recommended lawmakers complete cold weather reliability standard revisions enacted during Winter Strom Uri in 2021.

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ecommerce Shipping with Linerless Labelling Printers

Logistics Business Magazine

BIXOLON Europe GmbH, a subsidiary of BIXOLON, the global manufacturer of advanced receipt, label and mobile printers, has partnered with the mail order and ecommerce retailer, Erwin Müller Versandhaus, to provide linerless labelling printers that improve operational efficiency and sustainability efforts during order fulfilment. The mail order, e-commerce home and houseware textile retailer has worked in conjunction with GreenForest IT GmbH and BIXOLON to acquire and install BIXOLON’s XL5-40CT D

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UAW Workers at Ford’s Chicago Plant Vote to Ratify Proposed Contract

Supply Chain Brain

UAW 551, the local union that held a vote on the contract, said that 57% of the ballots cast by its members were in favor of the deal.

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Robotics and AI Deployed in Bucharest DC

Logistics Business Magazine

Dexory has announced today that their global partnership with Maersk is expanding into the Maersk and iB Cargo managed site in Romania, a distribution centre for a top home furnishing brand globally. The Bucharest deployment is the first of many outside of the UK to go live with the innovative technology, as part of the company’s expansion across Europe.

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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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Fluent Commerce’s Centralized Inventory Management Increased Breitling Online Sales by 20%

Supply Chain Brain

Shanmugasundaram says online sales of Breitling watches increased by 20% in the U.S. the month after the program was introduced, and online sales revenue increased by 15% to 30%.

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5 Essential Technology Trends to Look for in Delivery Software for Maximum Customer Engagement

Loginext

As technology continues to advance, delivery software has become a crucial tool for organizations to streamline their operations and enhance customer engagement. Let's explore the five essential technology trends to maximize customer engagement. The post 5 Essential Technology Trends to Look for in Delivery Software for Maximum Customer Engagement appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Sustainability in Retail Transportation Management

Logistics Business Magazine

In today’s retail landscape, sustainability is no longer just a buzzword – it’s a fundamental concern for consumers, that has an impact on retailers. The demand for eco-friendly products and environmentally responsible companies is on the rise. In fact, according to Descartes’ 2023 consumer sentiment study on home delivery sustainability , a sizable 41% of respondents indicated they regularly or always make purchasing decisions based upon the product or company’s environmental impact.

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Rivian Planning Ramp-Up of Commercial Electric Van Footprint

NGT News

Rivian Automotive Inc., the electric vehicle manufacturer that counts Amazon as its core customer, says it will be expanding the availability of its electric van to the wider delivery fleet market. The Rivian van is the platform on which Amazon’s custom electric delivery van is based. More than 3,000 of these EVs are already operating […] The post Rivian Planning Ramp-Up of Commercial Electric Van Footprint appeared first on NGT News.

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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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From Freight Quotes to LTL Shipping: Ensuring Data Accuracy from the Start

GoShip Blog

Every successful shipment hinges on the precision of the initial data provided. An accurate freight quote sets the tone for a smooth shipping process and ensures businesses can budget, plan, and execute their logistics confidently. Inaccuracies, even minor ones, can ripple through the shipping process, leading to unexpected costs, delays, and logistical challenges.

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The return on investment for ERP implementation

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

For most companies, implementing an ERP system across the business represents a significant investment into their business, and the costs can make a management team blink. However, as organizations strive to remain competitive and efficient in the ever-evolving market landscape, the integration of ERP software emerges as a transformative investment.

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