Tue.Sep 19, 2023

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Warehouse Job Types & Positions: Roles and Responsibilities

Cyzerg

There are many job types and positions that keep everything in the warehouse running smoothly. Understanding the different roles in a warehouse is crucial for optimizing efficiency and meeting customer demands. By recognizing the importance of each position, companies can ensure seamless operations and timely delivery of goods. In this article, we will explore the various job types and positions within a warehouse and how their roles contribute to efficient inventory and logistics management.

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Active Supply Chain Design: A Key Imperative for De Risking Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

Supply chain resiliency and sustainability are top priorities for CEOs today. To achieve these goals, corporate leadership must focus on two key areas: shift from internally focused supply chains to collaborative supply networks and actively design their supply chains. Resiliency, which is the ability to withstand supply chain shocks and bounce back quickly, has become the most important requirement for supply chains.

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'A unique beast': Behind the scenes on mobile TV production trucking

Overdrive Online

The mobile TV production segment of the entertainment-hauling niche is unlike most. Driving is a secondary task, as much of their time is spent building sets and stages and managing production. Hop onto the set of College GameDay with its seven truckers.

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Teamsters call for investigation of Yellow bankruptcy

Commercial Carrier Journal

Yellow is six weeks into a liquidation process in which former rivals Estes Express Lines and Old Dominion Freight Line have submitted competing bids in excess of $1 billion for its assets.

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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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Yang Ming Accused of Profiteering During Pandemic by Bed Bath & Beyond

Supply Chain Brain

Current law does not allow the FMC to enforce federal anti-trust laws against foreign-owned ocean carriers — which covers all major ones.

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Drought Restrictions in Panama Canal to Continue Into 2024

Supply Chain Brain

The daily limits have contributed to a backlog of 116 vessels waiting to cross, well above normal, but below the more than 200 ships that were stuck last month.

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C-Suite Execs and Supply Chain Leaders to Headline Manifest

Food Logistics

These industry leaders will delve into vital topics, ranging from supply chain orchestration and the incorporation of cutting-edge technology, as well as fostering strategic partnerships and expediting the advancement of DEI.

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Expanding Opportunities in Ecommerce

Logistics Business Magazine

Global Reach Logistics (GRL) is thrilled to announce its partnership with TikTok Shop, opening new avenues for our current and prospective customers. This collaboration allows businesses to seamlessly integrate the popular Ecommerce platform, TikTok Shop, with an advanced Operation Management System (OMS). The exponential growth and active user base of TikTok Shop present an exciting opportunity for businesses to leverage the world’s fastest-growing social media platform for increased sale

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Optimization as a Service Powers Modern Logistics

MercuryGate

Logistics is more than just transporting goods; it's about delivering value amidst ever-evolving business demands. As market dynamics shift and complexities rise, traditional logistic management methods falter. Cutting-edge solutions blending expertise with technology and efficiency advance things to the forefront in this environment. The post Optimization as a Service Powers Modern Logistics appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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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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Maersk and CMA CGM make a bold pledge to accelerate decarbonization in shipping

Shipping and Freight Resource

The maritime and shipping industry is at the crossroads of tradition and transformation, especially in terms of decarbonization of the industry. While the industry has historically been accused of being resistant to change, it is heartening to see the world’s 2nd and 3rd largest container shipping lines throw the gauntlet to others for a sustainable future. […] The post Maersk and CMA CGM make a bold pledge to accelerate decarbonization in shipping appeared first on Shipping and Freight Re

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stow Announces New Robotics Brand: Movu

Logistics Business Magazine

stow Group, a globally recognized leader in the design, manufacturing, and implementation of advanced storage solutions and automated warehouse systems, announces the launch of the new ‘Movu Robotics’ brand, developed to strengthen its Robotics business unit and to meet increasing customer demand for Automation and Robotics solutions. The new brand replaces the name ‘stow Robotics’ as of now.

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Why AI-Powered Procurement Must Be Part of Your Talent Strategy

Supply Chain Brain

At a time when procurement is having trouble attracting and retaining top talent, there’s an opportunity to invest in people, by adopting AI-powered tools.

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Transporeon Launches Freight Marketplace

Logistics Business Magazine

Transporeon, a leading Transportation Management Platform and a Trimble Company, announced today the launch of Freight Marketplace, a neutral (of equal benefit to both shippers and carriers) deal-making hub for freight procurement. Both buyers and sellers of transportation services face ongoing challenges in aligning capacity and assessing fair pricing.

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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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Shippers & Carriers – Carbon Neutral Shipping no longer a choice 

Locus

“We have learned that economic growth and environmental protection can and should go hand in hand.” Christopher Dodd, Former US Senator As the economy grows, it’s inevitable that the environment may be harmed in some ways. CO2 levels rise due to large volumes of e-commernce deliveries being transported and other industrial developments, causing long-term environmental issues.

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Transporeon Unveils Platform Innovations

Logistics Business Magazine

Transporeon , a leading Transportation Management Platform and a Trimble Company, has announced new platform innovations that enhance its spot quotation, contract rate benchmarking and freight audit capabilities. With a robust network of 1,400+ shippers and retailers and 150,000+ carriers and logistic service providers, Transporeon’s neutral Transportation Management Platform (TMP), which provides equal benefits to both shippers and carriers and enables companies to simplify collaboration, will

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Last Mile Maturity Report: Elevate customer experience, outrun rivals 

Locus

Shippers are already aware that the last mile is the most complex and expensive in the entire supply chain operations. One key factor for this is consumer expectations continue to reach higher benchmarks. According to Statista, 68% of online shoppers expect free shipping/delivery and 37% expect next-day delivery. In the face of complex routing and capacity issues, integration issues leading to data silos, visibility problems, and more, carriers and last-mile businesses really have their work cut

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CMA CGM and Maersk Pledge Shipping Decarbonization

Logistics Business Magazine

A.P. Moller – Maersk A/S (Maersk) and CMA CGM have decided to join forces on several areas relating to decarbonization, in full compliance with all laws and regulations. As frontrunners of the energy transition in shipping, both companies are convinced that joint action will help accelerating the green transition in shipping, learning from each other to go further and faster.

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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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Mastering the Art of LTL Shipping: Tips for Efficient and Cost-Effective Solutions

GoShip Blog

Delivering goods on time, keeping costs in check, and ensuring customer satisfaction are essential when shipping. LTL (Less Than Truckload) shipping is often the option for many enterprises, as it bridges the gap between small parcel deliveries and full truckload shipments. Because in the shipping game, it’s not just about moving goods. It’s about choosing a practical and economical method.

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Beyond Picking: Exploring the Secrets Behind Successful AI-Enabled Robotic Picking Deployments

Supply Chain Brain

In this transformative session, we will share insights gained from millions of production picks, including critical factors to consider when selecting robotic picking solutions for the most demanding warehouse environments.

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Utilizing Software to Navigate Complex Scheduling: A Trucking Dispatcher's Guide

Trux

Complex scheduling is a major challenge for dispatchers. This article provides practical tips to navigate this challenge and ensure efficient operations. Download the accompanying eBook: A Dump Truck Dispatcher's Guide to Efficient Scheduling at the end.

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H&M Starts Charging U.K. Shoppers for Online Returns

Supply Chain Brain

Rival retailers such as Zara, Boohoo, Uniqlo and Next already charge for online returns. Analysts said other retailers were likely to follow H&M in charging for returns.

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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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Butcher Rolls-Out Digital Distribution Tech

Logistics Business Magazine

Walter Rose & Son, a British multi-award-winning butcher, has rolled-out a digital distribution system with software from Podfather. With a fleet of 28 vehicles delivering to catering establishments, high-end retailers, and homes across England, Walter Rose has transformed its distribution operation using Podfather’s route planning, vehicle check, delivery tracking, ETA notification and electronic proof of delivery solution.

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Amazon to Hire 250,000 Logistics Workers for Holidays, Boost Hourly Wages

Supply Chain Brain

U.S. e-commerce sales are expected to surge 9.3% this year to $1.14 trillion, faster than overall retail spending growth.

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6 Unheard Tips to Optimize Reverse Logistics in Your Business

3PL Links

Reverse logistics is a logistical procedure that involves bringing a product back to the distribution site from the point of consumption, such as when a delivery attempt fails or when a product is returned to the store. Reverse logistics has become increasingly more critical in operations in recent years as e-commerce sales have grown. Invesp conducted a survey that revealed that 30% of online purchases worldwide result in returns or exchanges.

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Big Three Carmakers' Most-Exposed Parts Suppliers Stare Down $38 Billion Hole

Supply Chain Brain

If the situation escalates, the car companies or their direct suppliers may have to support smaller companies in the supply chain to protect their production plans.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

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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Watch: How Macy's Is Embracing Supply Chain Sustainability

Supply Chain Brain

Sustainability is more than a buzzword at Macy's, says Keelin Evans, vice president of sustainability at the retail giant.