Thu.Jul 27, 2023

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How Digitalization Technology Helps Solve Food Logistics Dilemmas

Food Logistics

Today, companies can digitize the entire ecosystem, making collaboration with trading partners easier thereby delivering mutual benefits across WMS and ERP systems that do not traditionally communicate with one another.

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Editor’s Choice: Myths of Buying a WMS

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article comes from Open Sky Group and helps to decipher some myths around buying a WMS. Buying a warehouse management system (WMS) is a big decision. Many people haven’t even purchased a house that costs as much as a WMS and the search process can be overwhelming.

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2023 Why Communications Matters In Logistics – LinkedIn Live

Blue Grace Logistics

Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - July 27, 2023 2023 Why Communications Matters In Logistics – LinkedIn Live WHAT IS THE TOPIC? Effective communication in logistics is essential for efficient coordination, accurate information flow, problem resolution, freight customer satisfaction, and collaboration.

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Yellow puts its 3PL business up for sale

Commercial Carrier Journal

Yellow Corporation on Thursday said it is exploring the sale of its 3PL, Yellow Logistics, Inc., and is currently engaged "active and ongoing" conversations with multiple would-be suitors.

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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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Jade Transport’s 2023 Peterbilt 389X no. 47 in 389's last year

Overdrive Online

Jade driver Barry Kasdorf showed the fleet's newest truck at Shell Rotella SuperRigs in June. It got the second-place nod in the Working Truck -- Limited Mileage class. The truck features a number of custom touches from Shift Products.

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Electric trailers may get weight allowance and court date

Commercial Carrier Journal

California is taking a closer look at electric trailers, and the U.S. Supreme Court may have to do the same following an emissions ruling that applies only to conventional trailers.

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Putin Promises Six African Countries Free Grain

Supply Chain Brain

Putin said Russia would be able to provide Burkina Faso, Zimbabwe, Mali, Somalia, the Central African Republic and Eritrea with 25,000 to 50,000 tons of free grain.

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Women Mentoring Women: Strategies to Lift Us as We Rise

Women in Trucking

Today, women make up approximately half of the workforce and have proven they’re just as talented and capable as their male counterparts. However, while the percentages of women are increasing in the C-suite, board rooms, middle-management, and behind the wheel, the transportation industry still has progress to make in gender diversity and representation.

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Pilgrim’s Pride Signals Worst is Over for Chicken Suppliers

Supply Chain Brain

“More restrained” supplies, further easing of restrictions on U.S. exports, and potentially lower grain costs are all expected to contribute to an improved outlook.

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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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Vector eCool: First Technology of its Kind

Logistics Business Magazine

The all-electric, zero-direct-emission Carrier Transicold Vector® eCool has become the first technology of its kind available to UK customers without the requirement for Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) testing. After a detailed two-year process, Carrier Transicold has paved the way for customers to maximise the sustainability potential of its cutting-edge trailer technology.

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Qatar Ordering Over $9B of LNG Carriers from Three South Korean Companies

Supply Chain Brain

Shipping companies serving Qatar Gas are planning to sign contracts with the three shipbuilders between September and October to construct 40 LNG carriers

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How Many Pallets Fit in a 40' Reefer Container?

I.C.E. Transport

Let's talk about reefers – but not the ones you might find at the beach. Short for refrigerated containers, these specially designed shipping containers offer perks that go beyond just keeping things fresh. They also extend the shelf life of products, making it possible to reach markets across the globe.

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Global Coal Demand Broke Records in 2022 with More Growth Expected in 2023

Supply Chain Brain

The demand for coal increased in 2022 because the commodity was more readily available and relatively cheaper than gas in certain parts of the world.

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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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Penske's Interns Gain Valuable Corporate Experience

Penske Move Ahead

Around this time every summer, college students approach the end of their internship programs. But today, July 27, marks the celebration of interns across the country with National Intern Day. Here at Penske’s headquarters in Green Hills, Pennsylvania, interns have engaged in a meaningful work experience throughout the last two months as they have taken steps to learn how to navigate the corporate world.

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ASCM Offers 'Certified in Transformation' Credential

Supply Chain Brain

The CTSC program was created to service mid-level professionals that are tasked with supporting or transforming their organization’s supply chain.

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Yellow Corp. Preparing to File for Bankruptcy

Supply Chain Brain

A bankruptcy filing would put Yellow at great risk of liquidation since the organization’s customers have begun abandoning the trucker in droves.

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Watch: Driving Labor Retention and Productivity with Warehouse Robotics

Supply Chain Brain

Deploying robots in the warehouse drives up productivity, plain and simple, says Stanislas Normand, managing director North America for Exotec.

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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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How to Attract and Manage Talent in the Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Corporate layoffs have resulted in costs that are either underestimated or not included in executive decisions.

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Balancing Demand and Supply: Missteps, Misrepresentations and Solutions

Supply Chain Brain

The supply chain solutions and supporting technology of the past 20 years have greatly let society down.

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Podcast | How Intel Will Get to Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Supply Chain Brain

Intel updates its progress toward achieving net-zero emissions worldwide by 2040.

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