Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 31, 2024

5G promises high bandwidth, low latency, and massive IoT device connectivity. For industry, the ability to better connect machines, objects, and devices is what is driving excitement for this technology. Patrick Arnold, a research analyst at ARC Advisory Group, says that suppliers of industrial solutions are responding by investing in new product design and incorporating 5G into their portfolios. “5G” is the 5th generation mobile network.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

Robotics and technology companies have doubled down on development of applications to support the supply chain, especially in the warehouse.

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West Coast and California Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2024

When you’re shipping freight within a region of the US, you have options for the type of carrier you partner with. You can work with one of the large long-haul carriers that operate nationwide. Or you can work with a regional carrier that specializes in your chosen region. In this article, we’ll examine regional truckload services and the many advantages you can gain by working with a regional carrier.

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NGT News

JANUARY 31, 2024

Revoy, a simple solution to decarbonize trucking, has launched the Revoy EV, an add-on for fleets that enables an easy transition to full electric vehicle without alterations to trucks or trailers. Pioneering a new sector of commercial trucking EV solutions, Revoy’s technology improves fuel efficiency from 6–8 mpg to 20–35 or more mpg, representing a […] The post Revoy EV Quickly Converts Diesel Trucks into Hybrids appeared first on NGT News.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

Want a guide for your warehouse automation journey? Download the 2024 Warehouse Automation Buyer’s Guide for Robotic Solutions now to compare prospective AMR companies, the technology they employ, and the overall effectiveness and functionality of each solution provided!

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

The continued application of artificial intelligence and machine learning to supply chain digitization efforts will ultimately enable the holy grail of the autonomous supply chain. How? Read on to find out.

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Loginext

JANUARY 31, 2024

LogiNext Shipper Web App: Your all-in-one solution for seamless shipping. Compare rates, print labels, track shipments, and stay compliant effortlessly, making shipping a breeze! The post LogiNext Shipper Web App: Smart Enterprise Shipping Solution appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

Everyone wants a delivery partner that delivers goods on time, in undamaged condition, to the right location. Too often, though, wanting is not getting. Shipments are delayed leaving the warehouse, merchandise is damaged somewhere in transit, and consumers end up checking their neighbors to track down wayward cartons.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2024

Climate change continues to be a huge issue for shipping and the world. Suppose that a small percentage of the total container ships in service worldwide continue to transition to greener fuel sources over the next few decades. With thousands of container ships in service throughout the world, there will still be many ships unable or unwilling to make the transition to greener fuels due to higher costs, engineering requirements, etc.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

How can 3PLs provide their clients with outsourced logistics support in an operating environment characterized by increasingly scarce labor, unexpected and often disruptive events, and information overload?

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Bulk Connection

JANUARY 31, 2024

When you’re hosting friends or family at your house, you’ll likely take certain steps to prepare for their visit to ensure a pleasant experience for all. The same type of preparation can apply to the world of bulk transportation. Specifically, you’ll want to make your facility “driver-friendly” to ensure bulk freight loading or unloading goes smoothly.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

Warehouse operators are constantly seeking to reduce costs. Today, power comprises 75% of an average material handling fleet’s operating costs. With ongoing labor challenges, higher demands on throughput, space at a premium, and a challenging macroeconomic environment, warehouse operators must adapt their power and energy management to win into the future.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 31, 2024

Every ecommerce business that becomes a ShipMonk 3PL client is a priority. And every aspect of those brands is under our care and protection. For example, our advanced 3PL platform looks after every aspect of your supply chain in an efficient, effective way and our Virtual Carrier Network safeguards your shipping by always applying the best rates and speeds while not handcuffing you to any carrier.

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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

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

With more consumers than ever making purchases online, last-mile delivery has become an increasingly complex link in the supply chain. Now, as consumer expectations, technology, and supply chain risk continue to change, many companies are finding that their last-mile strategies must also evolve.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2024

Dexory , a leading provider of cutting-edge AI and robotics solutions, and ID Logistics have announced their collaboration as part of the ID Logistics’ ASTRID program, deploying Autonomous Stock Taking Robots for high-speed inventory management. The collaboration aims to increase warehouse accuracy and enhance overall efficiency to improve the service provided to their customers.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

The official Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) score for China rose from 49.0 in December to 49.2 in January, signifying a fourth straight month of contracted manufacturing activity.

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Food Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2024

Parts and labor expenses rose 1.9% during Q3 of 2023, according to data released by the American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) and Decisiv Inc.

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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,

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

Market volatility has eased somewhat relative to levels seen in the past three years, but the operational demands and customer expectations from an acceleration of omnichannel e-commerce – now around 20% of retail shipments and growing at ~10% annually – are here to stay.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2024

Sunbelt Rentals, one of the UK’s largest rental equipment providers, has taken delivery of a new fleet of fifteen Hyster® H16XD6 Big Trucks for the handling of accommodation units. The new machines will ensure better performance at its Accommodation Depots located across the UK. Depending on customer requirements, the specially adapted accommodation units feature water and power supply, and can be equipped for use as office space, changing areas, break rooms, kitchen and bathroom facilities, or

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

This ebook describes how a strong supply chain digitalization strategy encompasses enterprise solutions to gain operational control and real-time shop floor data, as well as multi-enterprise solutions to facilitate effective collaboration with external supply chain partners.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2024

DHL Supply Chain has been appointed by Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I, in a new three-year contract starting 1st January 2024. The appointment sees DHL Supply Chain partner with SBF GB&I as its sole supply chain delivery and warehouse supplier. Following its appointment, DHL has created over 310 jobs at its site in Worksop. DHL will be supporting SBF GB&I in delivering its Growing for Good company value, by improving efficiency across its supply chain, while focusing on sustainabil

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The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

Under the deal, Fujitsu will provide Japanese businesses with its warehouse management system (WMS) services while YE Digital will offer its MMLogiStation warehouse automation tool to Japanese logistics companies.

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Stord

JANUARY 31, 2024

Jolie’s partnership with Stord has allowed it to realize over a 6x year-over-year revenue gain. Learn how in this blog post!

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

Recent years have brought on a host of new challenges for manufacturing companies. Chief among these are a changing labor market, higher customer expectations, the rapid growth of e-commerce and strained capacity. For many companies, robotic picking, sorting and packing has emerged as a groundbreaking solution to their problems.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2024

Geodis has pledged to reduce its scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 42% and reduce the carbon intensity of subcontracted transport (scope 3) by 30% by 2030 compared to 2022. Confronted with the climate emergency, GEODIS is committed to a process of reducing its carbon emissions through the application of a science-based approach (the Science Based Targets initiative, or SBTi), in compliance with the goal of the Paris Agreement to limit global warming to 1.5° C.

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How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps. Discover how these strategies can boost your enterprise's financial health, helping not only to keep up but to excel in today's market.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

Secretary Buttigieg announced the 2024 Combating Human Trafficking in Transportation Impact Award, which incentivizes individuals and organizations to think creatively about how to combat human trafficking in the transportation industry.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2024

Locus Robotics, a market leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMR) for fulfillment warehouses, will showcase its innovative Vector AMR with multiple configuration options at Manifest 2024 on February 5-7th at Caesar’s Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada. Attendees will see live demos at Booth 501 showcasing Vector’s versatility with flexible configuration options that enable intelligent, hi-volume productivity and efficiency to transform warehouse fulfillment efficiency. “We’re exc

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

To delve deeper into the analysis and gain actionable insights, we encourage businesses to download our comprehensive guide. This resource equips them with the knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of the 2024 GRIs effectively and enhance their negotiation strategy.

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