The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 5, 2023

Blake Grolmus and Joe Lynch discuss the overlooked advantage in trucking. Blake serves as the Vice President of Safety for Ruan Transportation Management Systems , a family-owned dedicated logistics provider since 1932. About Blake Grolmus Blake Grolmus serves as the Vice President of Safety for Ruan Transportation Management Systems. Blake joined Ruan in 2017, leading the company’s new customer onboarding and continuous improvement activities before taking a leadership role in Ruan’s Gases an

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 5, 2023

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published recently, “Realizing the Full Business Benefits of Supply Chain Visibility.” The research, conducted by Adelante SCM and commissioned by Kaleris, highlights the main objectives companies have for achieving end-to-end supply chain visibility; the biggest dark/blind spots in the supply chain today; and the.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 5, 2023

Manhattan Associates, a supplier of supply chain management software solutions and the market share leader for warehouse management systems (WMS), had their Momentum user conference a couple of weeks ago. Sanjeev Siotia, the chief technology officer at Manhattan, spoke about the role of ChatGPT for supply chain management in one of the keynotes on day one of the conference.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 5, 2023

It’s common that manufacturing and distribution enterprises would use a third-party Business Intelligence (BI) solution to analyze and interpret data from their ERP system. However, in today’s fast-paced business environment, organizations are seeking innovative ways to gain a competitive advantage. One of the key strategies is leveraging embedded analytics within their ERP system to make faster data-driven decisions.

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Advertiser: GEP

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

JUNE 5, 2023

The manufacturing floor operates in the blind in the absence of real-time data from suppliers on arrival of parts or raw materials, says Jeffrey Luft, portfolio development executive with Siemens Digital Industries Software.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 5, 2023

The period seems to mark a low point in the ongoing tit-for-tat battle between shippers and carriers over freight rates, and colors the current situation.

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MTS Logistics

JUNE 5, 2023

Today, the largest terminal at the Port of Long Beach in California will remain closed on Monday due to the labor turmoil between U.S. West Coast port terminal operators and shipping companies represented by the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) and the dockworkers represented by the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU). Total Terminals International (TTI), the terminal operator, sent an email informing truckers about the closure.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 5, 2023

The inaugural $570 million funding round will be used to reduce train-vehicle collisions and rail crossing blockages within the United States.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 5, 2023

Keeping Things Closer to Home Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - June 5, 2023 Why Manufacturers and Logistics Companies Are Nearshoring In Mexico Damien Martin | BOSS Magazine June 2023 Draw a line north from Laredo, Texas, and you might as well be drawing a huge 50-yard line across the U.S.

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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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Overdrive Online

JUNE 5, 2023

Last year, according to compliance consultant Jeff Davis in this edition of Overdrive Radio, FMCSA modified its safety rating methodology significantly. For the first time, auditors could include traffic-ticket convictions in a carrier's safety rating.

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 5, 2023

If your company operates a distribution fleet, you’ll know that the costs of running trucks for customer deliveries are continually increasing. But do you know how to operate your fleet for the maximum economy? There are ways and means to reduce excess expenditure in fleet operation , and you can separate them roughly into three categories. The first category is truck expenditure , the second is driver expenditure , and the third is workload expenditure.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

JUNE 5, 2023

Chicago-area-based Best Dedicated Solutions (BDS) has been acquired by STG Logistics.

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Now, That's Logistics

JUNE 5, 2023

As a trusted global logistics provider, DB SCHENKER is committed to putting its customers first by providing excellent service and working hard to meet the needs of those customers. This commitment is evident across the organization, and it recently came to light in Toronto, Canada, where team members at its YYZ distribution hub became for good distribution practice (GDP).

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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

JUNE 5, 2023

Senator Tim Scott and Representative James Comer wrote in letters that an “EU-style climate regulatory regime” would harm the U.S. energy, agriculture and financial sectors.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 5, 2023

THE VIETNAM INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS EXHIBITION 2023 Logistics is one of the fastest growing and most stable industries in Viet Nam , with an average growth rate of 14 – 16% a year and a scale of 40 – 42 billion USD/year. According to Agility’s assessment in 2022, Viet Nam is ranked 11th in the group of 50 global emerging logistics markets. Under the direction of the Ministry of Industry and Trade, for the first time in Viet Nam, The Viet Nam International Logistics Exhibition (abbreviated as VIL

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 5, 2023

The union decided to stage “concerted and disruptive work actions” after labor relations reportedly deteriorated between dockworkers and port managers during the week of June 2.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 5, 2023

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has long been committed to reducing the industry’s carbon footprint, aiming for a minimum 50% reduction in GHG emissions by 2050 through stricter regulations and improved energy efficiency. However, recent discussions at the Green4Sea Forum in Athens have highlighted IMO’s challenges in developing credible plans and policies.

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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

JUNE 5, 2023

The acquisition will add scale to SGL’s operations while increasing Scan Global's workforce to at least 100 experienced logistics professionals.

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Log-hub

JUNE 5, 2023

3 min read The beginning of June brings Log-hub’s newest platform update, Log-hub 3.2, designed to streamline the operations of supply chain planners. These updates bring improvements to multiple apps and categories in the Log-hub’s app portfolio. This release brings some changes to the Network Design Simulator. Most prominent change is the flexible shipment consolidation frequency.

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GoShip Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

In today’s eCommerce climate, consumers expect all items to be delivered to their door. Most retail companies can fulfill this request, but shipping fragile items is another story. If customers open a broken product due to improper packaging, they will likely not shop with your business again. Shipping fragile items can be daunting, but with these five easy tips, you can be sure your packages arrive safely.

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Ship Monk

JUNE 5, 2023

Anyone who owns an ecommerce brand has unwittingly been through a crash course in ecommerce logistics. Forward logistics, or the process of moving a product through the supply chain from the manufacturer to the end customer, is a process most startups don’t worry about until it becomes a problem. They start out by handling fulfillment manually, but quickly learn that speed, efficiency, accuracy, partnerships, and scalability are essential to the success of their ecommerce business.

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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,

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FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 5, 2023

Medium-term demand planning has always been a tough nut to crack for retailers, suppliers and manufacturers. Lack of data, lack of conviction and lack of organizational agility all conspire to keep companies from recognizing medium-term opportunities and challenges and responding decisively. In this blog post, we’ll walk through some of the obstacles to medium-term demand planning, consider how high-frequency supply chain data can help fill the informational gaps that companies are grappling wit

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Compactor Management Company

JUNE 5, 2023

The circular economy offers a revolutionary method for resource management and sustainable growth in the fast-paced world of today. We may develop a more effective and regenerative economy that tries to minimize waste , increase resource usage, and lessen environmental impact by switching from a linear “take-make-dispose” paradigm to a circular one.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 5, 2023

The region is still recovering from a historic energy crisis that was exacerbated by severe supply cuts from Russia in the wake of its war with Ukraine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 5, 2023

Marangooni is proud to announce that it has manufactured a Ringtread tyre that achieved an ‘A’ class energy saving level in the same test used for new tyres (ECE.R 117). The significant result, achieved using a special Blackline ring, was certified by the Prüflabor Nord laboratory carrying out the same test used for new tyres. This amazing result was achieved by applying a Blackline tread ring with an optimised design for low rolling resistance on a high quality casing, which feature

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 5, 2023

Starting July 2023, Saudi Arabia will begin cutting back its contributions to the global oil supply by at least 1 million barrels a day.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 5, 2023

Thermo King®, a leader in transport temperature control solutions and a brand of Trane Technologies, has announced its new BlueBox Lite telematics device designed to enhance the connectivity of the vehicle-powered refrigeration units. With the BlueBox Lite device the customers now get a more cost-efficient way to obtain not only the temperature and position data, but also critical information from the vehicle-powered refrigeration units’ control system like setpoints, alarms or hours of operatio

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 5, 2023

Environmental, social and governance compliance isn’t only a moral obligation for manufacturers.

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