Fri.Jul 07, 2023

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The Next Frontier in Food Logistics with Alexis Mizell-Pleasant

The Logistics of Logistics

Alexis Mizell-Pleasant and Joe Lynch discuss the next frontier in food logistics. Alexis is Managing Editor at Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. About Alexis Mizell-Pleasant Alexis Mizell-Pleasant is Managing Editor at Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazines where she is responsible for writing, editing, managing the awards programs, overseeing social media, moderating webinars, managing client relationships and more.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (July 7, 2023)

Talking Logistics

How many hot dogs can you eat in 3 minutes? I have no interest in finding out for myself, but in my son’s case, he ate 7 hot dogs in 3 minutes to take 2nd place at the Sunbury, Ohio July 4th hot dog eating contest (he missed 1st place by just 1/2 a dog)! Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (July 7, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Many Human Rights Violations Reportedly Found in Critical Mineral Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Between January 2021 and December 2022, 102 allegations of abuse were linked to Chinese companies’ overseas investments in the transition minerals sector

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You could be legally and contractually liable if you give a Thumbs Up……. Emojis beware

Shipping and Freight Resource

As we all know, a contract can be both written or verbal, subject to a clear and certain offer from one party and an unconditional and unequivocal acceptance from the other party. While in the past, contracts were physically signed, with the evolution of technology, many contracts are being signed electronically these using PDFs or […] The post You could be legally and contractually liable if you give a Thumbs Up…… Emojis beware appeared first on Shipping and Freight Resource.

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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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Ocean Shipping Taking a Slow Approach to Reducing Emissions

Supply Chain Brain

The International Maritime Organization's initially unclear target date implies a divide within the ocean shipping sector on net-zero emission goals, according to The Wall Street Journal.

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Yellen Concerned About Chinese Export Controls, “Unfair” Economic Practices

Supply Chain Brain

Yellen said the U.S. is not looking to completely separate the world’s two biggest economies because that would destabilize the global economy and be “virtually impossible to undertake.

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Top 3 Perks of Streamlining Your Operations with GPS Fleet Management Solutions

Loginext

This article is all about the benefits of GPS Fleet Management and how it can help enterprises to streamline their operations. We've listed down the top 3 Perks of GPS Fleet Management that can help enterprises to streamline their operations and ultimately result in better customer satisfaction. The post Top 3 Perks of Streamlining Your Operations with GPS Fleet Management Solutions appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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The Logistics Industry Contracted for a Second Consecutive Month in June

Supply Chain Brain

Inventory levels in the logistics industry , which recorded a score of 42.9 during June 2023, are contracting at the second-fastest rate in LMI history.

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How LogiNext is Leveraging the Power of AI to Build Smarter Payout Systems in the Logistics World

Loginext

Discover how logistics management software powered by AI revolutionizes the delivery process through automated payments and streamlined operations. With smart pricing, digital payments, and incentive-driven models, LogiNext simplifies end-to-end processes, enhances customer experience, and ensures cost efficiency. The post How LogiNext is Leveraging the Power of AI to Build Smarter Payout Systems in the Logistics World appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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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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Stord Wins 3PL Platform Of The Year Award From SupplyTech Breakthrough

Stord

Atlanta, GA, July 6, 2023 – Stord , a leader in fulfillment services and technology for omnichannel mid-market and enterprise brands, has been recognized by SupplyTech Breakthrough as the 3PL Platform of the Year. The SupplyTech Breakthrough awards aim to conduct the industry's most comprehensive analysis and evaluation of the best technology companies, solutions, and products in the global supply chain and logistics industry.

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Your Modern Guide To Supply Chain Management

Loginext

Explore the essential components, challenges, and strategies of supply chain management in this comprehensive guide. Learn how LogiNext can optimize operations, reduce costs, improve customer satisfaction, and ensure a sustainable future. The post Your Modern Guide To Supply Chain Management appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Nikola, Caltrans to Build Half-Dozen Hydrogen Refueling Stations

NGT News

The California Transportation Commission (CTC) has awarded Nikola Corp., via the HYLA brand, and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) a $41.9 million grant under the Trade Corridor Enhancement Program (TCEP) to build six heavy-duty hydrogen refueling stations across Southern California. Caltrans sponsored the application and will work in partnership with Nikola to deploy the […] The post Nikola, Caltrans to Build Half-Dozen Hydrogen Refueling Stations appeared first on NG

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Multimodal Impact on Sustainability

Logistics Business Magazine

It’s a competitive world out there, and every organization comes up with its best strategy to maximize its hold on its market share. With the ascendancy of e-commerce channels needling the conversation towards customer retention and more significant satisfaction metrics with days passing by – the supply chain industry has its task cut out to match the goals set out by the ever-increasing success metrics.

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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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Thank You Thursday Shout Outs – June

Ship Monk

ShipMonk is privileged to have a lot of hard working, incredible team members at all our state-of-the-art locations. We love showing them appreciation at every opportunity, and so we created “Thank You Thursday” to celebrate employees on a weekly basis. Check out the shout outs from June across our 12 fulfillment center locations, now including ShipMonk Europe.

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Extensions to Ship Charters on North Sea Routes

Logistics Business Magazine

P&O Ferries has confirmed its long term commitment to its North Sea routes by extending the charter agreement with Bore Ltd on the MS Norsky and MS Norstream, boosting the flow of trade between Belgium and the UK, and maintaining its presence on the Zeebrugge-Teesport and Zeebrugge-Tilbury routes for the long term. The three-year extension to the charter agreement ensures that freight customers will be able to rely on regular P&O Ferries’ services to key routes across the North Sea.

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AAA Tightens Relationship with Blink Charging for EV Support

NGT News

Blink Charging Co. has signed an agreement with AAA to become a preferred supplier, enabling Blink to offer EV charging products and services to affiliated AAA service providers. Blink has already installed on-site chargers at numerous AAA branch offices, AAA-owned repair facilities, and auto repair shops, ensuring convenient access to EV charging services for members […] The post AAA Tightens Relationship with Blink Charging for EV Support appeared first on NGT News.

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Körber and Hai Robotics Enter Strategic Partnership

Logistics Business Magazine

Körber, an international technology group, is entering into a strategic partnership with Hai Robotics (“Hai”)— a leading provider of intelligent automated warehouse solution. The partnership allows Körber to offer Hai Robotics’ products as part of its solutions globally, particularly Hai’s industry-leading autonomous case-handling robots (ACR). Since 2016, Körber has remained active in establishing strategic partnerships for the integration of mobile robotic solutions.

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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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Funding Available for California Commercial EV Charging Infrastructure

NGT News

Funded by the California Energy Commission and administered by CALSTART, the Energy Infrastructure Incentives for Zero-Emission Commercial Vehicles (EnergIIZE) project will open its EV Jump Start funding lane on July 19 and will run through August 18. The EV Jump Start funding lane covers up to 75% of eligible infrastructure equipment and software costs for […] The post Funding Available for California Commercial EV Charging Infrastructure appeared first on NGT News.

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4th Stage at SPAR Warehouse in Austria

Logistics Business Magazine

After an implementation period of more than two years, SPAR Ă–sterreichische Warenhandels AG and its project partner WITRON Logistik + Informatik GmbH from Parkstein (Bavaria, Germany), successfully put the fourth expansion stage of the Wels central warehouse (ZLW) into operation. By integrating state-of-the-art logistics technology, SPAR will be able to pick an additional 140,000 cases in a two-shift-operation in the future.

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East Coast Fleet Transitioning Bucket Trucks to Fully Electric

NGT News

Cable operator Breezeline has deployed the first of what will be a fleet of bucket trucks retrofitted with electric power for both the drivetrain and aerial boom. Breezeline plans to transition its fleet of gasoline-powered internal combustion engine vehicles to electric power over time by replacing end-of-life vehicles with new electric vehicles and converting its […] The post East Coast Fleet Transitioning Bucket Trucks to Fully Electric appeared first on NGT News.

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The Role of Data Analytics in Supply Chain Management

3PL Links

The Role of Data Analytics in Supply Chain Management | Image source: Pixabay This article describes the transformation that data analysis and the supply chain are fostering and how it will impact business intelligence. Find out more about this current topic. Intelligence-driven businesses are interested in supply chain management and data analysis.

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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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London Fleet Deploying Additional 141 Electric Buses

NGT News

Go-Ahead London has ordered 141 battery-electric buses from NFI Group Inc./Alexander Dennis Ltd. and BYD UK, taking the total to be delivered to the operator during 2023 to 299 vehicles. This new order follows Go-Ahead London’s success in winning contracts for bus routes tendered by Transport for London. Transport for London’s vision is to accelerate […] The post London Fleet Deploying Additional 141 Electric Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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Business Intelligence: A helping hand for Logistics Companies

Freightera

In the dynamic industry of shipping and logistics, success can only be achieved by staying ahead of the curve. Massive changes over the last few years have forced logistics companies to reevaluate their business models and strategies. Even with flawless time management practices and cost-effective measures, we need to go the extra mile to provide the best service possible to our clients.