The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 10, 2023

Christian Piller and Joe Lynch discuss painless retail returns. Christian is a co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Pollen, a technology platform revolutionizing the reverse supply chain for retailers with pickups from consumers’ doorsteps for less than a standard return shipping label. About Christian Piller Christian Piller is a co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Pollen Technologies, Inc. ( ReturnsSuck.com ) where he is responsible for business development, fundraising, sales, an

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Talking Logistics

JULY 10, 2023

Author’s Note: I was asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Market Insights data for additional insights and perspective. I once again shared my commentary for this month in a brief Transporeon Journal Market Update. Read more The post Across the Pond: The European Transportation Market (July 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 10, 2023

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted tougher greenhouse gas emission targets for the global shipping industry on Friday. The IMO is a United Nations agency responsible for creating a regulatory framework for the global shipping industry. The member states have agreed to tougher standards. The new pledge is squishy. It targets a reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to net-zero “by or about 2050.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

JULY 10, 2023

Based in St. Petersburg, Florida, Interstate Transport offers temperature-controlled, time-sensitive, dry, and flatbed brokerage services to the food service, horticulture, big box retailers and emergency management industries.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 10, 2023

The BCMEA introduced a revised proposal aimed at resolving skilled trade shortages while also addressing ILWU Canada’s hope to expand its jurisdiction over regular terminal maintenance workers.

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MTS Logistics

JULY 10, 2023

Starting in 2023, we all knew that freight rates would be plunging, and I was thinking that we would see “2019 freight rate levels” by end of 2023. So, I was expecting more of a gradual price reduction than a sudden one. Coming into July this year, we are seeing freight levels being redder (check out our internal comparison below) than my expectations.

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Overdrive Online

JULY 10, 2023

This multipart special report launches from an Overdrive reader survey looking at costs, benefits of numerous tracking/monitoring techs, likewise author Karen Levy's "Data Driven" examination of "workplace surveillance" enabled by the ELD mandate.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 10, 2023

Achieving an intelligent, composable supply chain is all about embracing heterogeneity in technology and data sources, says Rohit Tripathi, principal chief technology officer at Grid Dynamics.

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Overdrive Online

JULY 10, 2023

If automated inspections become a compulsory part of truckers' travels past scale houses and/or other mobile checkpoints nationwide, voluminous inspection/violation data collected could hold huge import for safety rating/scoring.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 10, 2023

Automation enables greater visibility throughout the supply chain, and can help supply chain managers identify early-warning signs and take action before a disruption occurs.

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Overdrive Online

JULY 10, 2023

With load tracking required more often than not by shippers and brokers, many owner-operators and small fleets are wary of the insights location data accessed through apps or ELDs may be giving away.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 10, 2023

Many U.K. fishers are employed through an immigration “loophole” that allows them to be subjected to forced labor and restricted access to medical care.

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Overdrive Online

JULY 10, 2023

Overdrive's State of Surveillance survey made it clear that drivers just straight up hate in-cab cameras, but new AI features of video event-recording cameras are attempting to win them over. Will it work?

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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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Commercial Carrier Journal

JULY 10, 2023

Each business will continue to operate as separate companies, retaining their independent corporate names and separate field and management teams.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 10, 2023

Cargo import volumes in the United States are expected to increase to 1.94 million units during July followed by 2.03 million units in August.

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Overdrive Online

JULY 10, 2023

If automated inspections become a compulsory part of truckers' travels past scale houses and/or other mobile checkpoints nationwide, voluminous inspection/violation data collected could hold huge import for safety rating/scoring.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 10, 2023

Are you looking for an automated solution to help you to load or unload trailers and containers in one shot all in just a few minutes? Ancra Systems will help you to find the best solution to improve the loading and unloading efficiency. Ancra Systems is a renowned ATLS leader in providing automatic trailer/container loading and unloading systems. The company has a wide range of advanced technology-based systems, including Automatic Trailer Loading and Unloading Systems; Automatic Container Load

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 10, 2023

Foxconn said that the decision was a “mutual agreement,” but that it is still “confident” about the country’s semiconductor hopes.

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Overdrive Online

JULY 10, 2023

With load tracking required more often than not by shippers and brokers, many owner-operators and small fleets are wary of the insights location data accessed through apps or ELDs may be giving away.

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Linxup

JULY 10, 2023

In the construction industry, equipment serves as the backbone of project success. However, construction companies often face the challenge of balancing cost-saving measures with the need for efficient operations and asset management.

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Overdrive Online

JULY 10, 2023

Overdrive's State of Surveillance survey made it clear that drivers just straight up hate in-cab cameras, but new AI features of video event-recording cameras are attempting to win them over. Will it work?

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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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FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 10, 2023

The rest of the year could be characterized by relatively low rates and volatility Like it or not, freight market volatility is here to stay. The post-recession environment that filled our expectations with the concept of “normal” is in the distant past. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic era, the U.S. transportation sector was experiencing an increasing amount of disruption in the form of natural disasters, macro-economic shifts, and increasing geopolitical challenges impacting supply chains.

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Overdrive Online

JULY 10, 2023

While truck/trailer dedicated telematics beyond ELD systems aren't particularly common among owner-ops and very small fleets, those that do use them for over-the-air diagnostics and more find value. Many, however, rank costs higher than benefits.

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Locus

JULY 10, 2023

The digital marketplace has captivated consumers worldwide, and its allure only appears to be growing stronger. Let’s look at the numbers for a moment: Statista predicts that global e-commerce sales will hit an astounding $8.1 trillion by 2026. This is no small figure, and it inevitably means retailers must prepare to handle an influx of online orders.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 10, 2023

Supply chain must be nimble to adapt to changing consumer, economic demands Since the COVID-19 pandemic, which exposed an already fragile global supply chain, companies have invested billions of dollars in technology, including digitization and artificial intelligence, in an attempt to speed up the flow of data to tackle ongoing forecast demand challenges.

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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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NGT News

JULY 10, 2023

Hyzon Motors Inc., a hydrogen fuel cell technology developer and supplier of zero-emission heavy-duty fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), says it has successfully completed factory acceptance testing of its first nine single-stack 200 kW fuel cell system B-samples at its production center in Bolingbrook, Ill. By achieving this milestone, Hyzon remains on track to begin […] The post Hyzon Remains on Track to Commercialize 200 kW Hydrogen Fuel Cell System appeared first on NGT News.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 10, 2023

Today’s transportation industry leaders are aware of the importance of staying up to date on market movements. While the logistics space has long been characterized by volatility, the years during and immediately following the pandemic have proven particularly chaotic. This quick-shifting environment has inspired an upswing in brokers, shippers and carriers seeking to better understand not only what the market is doing today but also what the market will be doing tomorrow.

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NGT News

JULY 10, 2023

Recent research from the Diesel Technology Forum (DTF) shows that the number of new near-zero-emission diesel trucks on the road increased 10.2% between 2021 and 2022. Moreover, the overall population of near-zero emissions diesel technology trucks is growing. They comprise 57% of all commercial diesel trucks (Class 3-8) on the roads today. These trucks are […] The post Near-Zero-Emission Diesel Commercial Trucks Increasing in Prevalence appeared first on NGT News.

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