The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 19, 2023

Ben Steffes and Joe Lynch discuss 3PL outsourcing trends. Ben is Vice President of Managed Services at Coyote Logistics , a leading global third-party logistics provider. About Ben Steffes Ben Steffes is Vice President of Managed Services at Coyote Logistics, a leading global third-party logistics provider. Since joining the company in 2011, he’s focused on developing and growing its Coyote Transportation Management offerings, driving synergy efforts with UPS, and leading the Supply Chai

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Talking Logistics

JULY 19, 2023

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This July 2023 post from Uber Freight’s blog compares current trucking spot rates to carrier operating costs and what the current environment.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 19, 2023

Supply chain sustainability can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. As I have written about before, supply chain sustainability , or the notion of going green, is a hot topic as companies and countries look at their overall carbon footprint and look for ways to be more environmentally friendly. A few ways companies can begin to offset their carbon footprint is to take a deeper look at product packaging, energy efficiency, alternative fuels, route optimization, and returns and recycling pro

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 19, 2023

The union said that a board overseeing the Teamsters' pension and welfare funds will suspend benefits starting July 23 unless Yellow Corp. makes the payments it missed July 15.

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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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Trinity Logistics

JULY 19, 2023

Stay up to date on the latest information on conditions impacting the freight market, curated by Trinity Logistics through our Freightwaves Sonar subscription. Stagnant Freight volumes Continue to Push Carrier Compliance 2023 continues to see freight volumes showing little fluctuation. With freight volumes dipping more than 30 percent lower than the industry experienced over the past year, and little attrition at this point with carrier capacity, shippers are seeing freight tenders gobbled up al

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 19, 2023

ILWU Canada said that it did not believe the recommendations proposed by mediators would sufficiently protect port workers’ jobs now or in the future.

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Trinity Logistics

JULY 19, 2023

Stay up to date on the latest information on conditions impacting the freight market, curated by Trinity Logistics through our Freightwaves Sonar subscription. Stagnant Freight volumes Continue to Push Carrier Compliance 2023 continues to see freight volumes showing little fluctuation. With freight volumes dipping more than 30 percent lower than the industry experienced over the past year, and little attrition at this point with carrier capacity, shippers are seeing freight tenders gobbled up al

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 19, 2023

The new location offers direct planeside recovery, immediate unit load device (ULD) transfers to the facility and reduced processing fees.

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MTS Logistics

JULY 19, 2023

A UPS worker strike across the U.S. is looking more likely than ever, as negotiations are basically frozen ahead of a July 31st deadline. The International Brotherhood of the Teamsters, colloquially known as the Teamsters, is staying firm in its demands. Should a UPS strike occur, it would mean nearly 350,000 drivers and other workers such as warehouse employees, striking and walking off the job.

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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

JULY 19, 2023

Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria and Poland will still let Ukrainian food exports move through their land to other parts of the world.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

JULY 19, 2023

Yellow claims Teamsters leadership’s obstruction of its business makeover caused Yellow’s liquidity crisis and Yellow’s need to implement cash-conservation measures, including its benefit funding deferral request.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 19, 2023

Tata will invest over £4 billion ($5.15 billion) to build the battery cell gigafactory factory, which is expected to create up to 4,000 jobs.

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Overdrive Online

JULY 19, 2023

The 44th annual truck show featured a variety of events, ranging from the Super Truck Beauty Contest and the Iowa pork chop cookout to an antique truck display, Trucker Olympics and more.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 19, 2023

Almost all logistics organizations will either increase or maintain their current levels of investment in new IT systems and technologies over the next 12 months.

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AIMMS

JULY 19, 2023

Product segmentation strategies trigger leaders to rethink their supply chain optimization plans, by focusing on cost-efficiency, service, and sustainability.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 19, 2023

While it's important to connect the supply chain to finance, all company functions and departments must be linked, says Reggie Twigg, supply chain marketing lead at Anaplan.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

JULY 19, 2023

Teamsters say they are preparing for a possible strike as early as July 24.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 19, 2023

Logistics companies are increasingly turning to software providers to innovate and create a digital experience in bill of lading management.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 19, 2023

Yale Lift Truck Technologies has launched two specially engineered operator assistance options to support warehouse safety and intralogistics operations. Available via its Special Products Engineering Department (SPED), the Reverse Speed System and Dynamic Pedestrian Awareness Lights, can be fitted to selected Yale® electric lift truck models and may help to optimise operational safety and efficiency.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 19, 2023

Millions of Americans have grown accustomed to next-day and same-day delivery of their goods. But that level of service might not be sustainable for much longer.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 19, 2023

Helmut Prieschenk from Witron (pictured) and Franziskos Kyriakopoulos, founder of 7LYTIX from Linz, Austria, have been discussing ChatGPT, machine learning in logistics, and demand forecasting for food retailers. Both agree – AI technology offers a wide range of optimization potential for optimizing processes in the distribution centre as well as the entire supply chain.

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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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Overdrive Online

JULY 19, 2023

The Maryland Motor Truck Association helped craft a bill that hit towing companies where it hurt after some "egregious" tow bills topping $140,000 had the trucking industry crying foul.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 19, 2023

Software start-up how.fm has successfully launched its digital training software for logistics providers in the US market. Spanning from pre-onboarding over orientation and health and safety up to job-related skills and work instructions, companies using the how.fm software can put their entire staff training process on autopilot while increasing safety and quality in their operations – and reducing costs and efforts at the same time.

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NGT News

JULY 19, 2023

New York Gov. Governor Kathy Hochul has announced $29 million for electric vehicle Level 2 charging infrastructure under the Charge Ready NY 2.0 program and consumer rebates through the Drive Clean Rebate Program. With the announcement, $15 million was added to Charge Ready NY 2.0 to support EV charger installation at workplaces and multifamily buildings statewide, as […] The post New Funding Available in NY for EV Charging Infrastructure appeared first on NGT News.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 19, 2023

FMCG Supply Chains are delicate things, writes Tim Bruun (pictured), Head of Customer Management – Retail & FMCG at Transporeon. Transporting day to day goods like food and toiletries has always come with challenges and pressures and having items that are daily necessities for millions of people around the world and must be available at all times is a given.

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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 19, 2023

Bollinger Motors says it has begun design validation pilot builds of its B4 all-electric Class 4 chassis cabs for testing and demonstration. Manufacturing of the pilot vehicles has kicked off in partnership with Roush Industries Inc. at its facility in Livonia, Mich. The first five completed chassis cabs are expected to roll out this summer, […] The post Bollinger Motors Making Strides with Class 4 Electric Chassis Cab appeared first on NGT News.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 19, 2023

The country didn’t export a single LNG cargo during June and has dispatched only one shipment so far in July.

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IFS Blogs

JULY 19, 2023

Learn how to generate quality leads in logistics by following these 8 proven strategies. Read the full blog.

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