Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In the ever-evolving supply chain industry, transportation spend optimization – or TSO – has assumed greater significance. The need to blend operational efficiency with sustainability and fiscal prudence has organizations exploring innovative ways to help ‘future-proof’ transportation spending challenges. Thus, it has become critical that executives dig into the multifaceted domain of TSO, which encompass pivotal aspects such as the implementation of global freight audit and payment (FAP) soluti

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Fails are fairly common when it comes to warehouse automation solutions. According to an Ernst & Young study, 30% to 50% of robotic process automation projects fail globally.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

In the United States, there are a lot of billion dollar industries , led by hospitals, pharmaceuticals, commercial banking, life insurance, and petroleum wholesaling to name a few. However, there is probably one industry that most of us would not think of in this list: the cargo theft industry. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NCIB), cargo theft in the United States is a $15 to $35 billion industry.

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RasTrac

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

When it comes to fleet management, understanding the concept of resale value is crucial. Resale value refers to the monetary worth a vehicle holds over time, and it plays a significant role in determining the total cost of ownership (TCO) for fleet managers.

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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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Cyzerg

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Proper WMS training is needed to harness the full potential of a warehouse management system (WMS) and ensure seamless integration into your warehouse operations. This is especially true since WMSs have become powerful tools for revolutionizing warehouse operations. By automating processes and enhancing overall efficiency, these systems have redefined how businesses manage their inventory.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Companies across virtually all industries are looking for ways to drive profitable growth. Over the years, they have invested in technology to streamline and automate a variety of business processes. This includes implementing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Transportation Management, and Warehouse Management applications.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Beijing’s global maritime operations double as intelligence-gathering outposts. I was not aware that Chinese interests have installed operating software at quite a few ports around the world.

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Cyzerg

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Demand forecasting plays a pivotal role in driving success. Understanding and accurately predicting customer demand can be the difference between stockouts and overstock, lost sales, or maximizing profitability. That's why mastering the art of demand forecasting is crucial for any business or warehouse looking to boost its bottom line. This comprehensive guide will take you through the ins and outs of demand forecasting, equipping you with the knowledge and strategies to make informed decisions.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

John Madewell and Joe Lynch discuss Six Figure Trucker , which is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. John is an Account Manager at Norton Transport and host of the Six-Figure Trucker Podcast. About John Madewell John Madewell is an Account Manager at Norton Transport and host of the Six-Figure Trucker podcast.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The holiday rush is coming, and Amazon announced that it will start its holiday promotional season early with the second annual Prime Big Deal Days sales extravaganza kicking off Tuesday, October 10. Not surprisingly, other retailers followed suit with their own online deal days / weeks, including Walmart, Target, and Best Buy. As shipping costs, and capacity constraints for home delivery during the week leading up to Christmas, more and more retailers are looking to drive consumers to the store

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Having to spend two extra nights in Barcelona (paid for by the airline, along with meals) because your flight home gets canceled doesn’t sound too bad. Unless you haven’t been feeling well all week and you were really looking forward to getting home. In that case, two extra nights feel like an eternity. I made. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (September 29, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Cyzerg

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Clear inventory visibility is essential to meet customer demand and maintain competitive advantage. By prioritizing inventory visibility, you empower your business to make informed decisions about production, sales, and replenishment, improving operational efficiency and reducing costs. In this blog, we will discuss the definition of inventory visibility, its impact, and strategies to improve it.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Freight rail infrastructure has come under scrutiny recently amid derailments, accidents involving hazardous materials, and blocked crossings.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Oracle CloudWorld happened last week. There was a lot of content – too much to cover. But there were 5 main takeaways. I’m a supply chain industry analyst, so naturally my takeaways are influenced by my coverage area. Now that Steve Jobs is dead, Larry Ellison – the chief technology officer and executive chairman at Oracle – is the most interesting executive speaker.

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Overdrive Online

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The latest "Report on DOT Significant Rulemakings" offers the timeline and some details on FMCSA's speed-limiter intentions, likewise six other rules in the works.

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Food Logistics

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

NEW THIS YEAR, this award recognizes Top 100 influential individuals in four distinct categories within the cold chain space, whose achievements, hard work and vision have shaped the global cold food supply chain.

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Truck News

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Underneath the surface of the transportation industry is a movement of drivers and carriers that are embracing an incorporation model, sometimes referred to as Driver Inc.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The project to make bricks from recycled drinks bottles instead of oil-based plastic would actually have led to higher carbon emissions over the product’s lifetime, Lego said.

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Overdrive Online

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

FMCSA's brief mention of a speed limiter mandate at 68 mph is "still speculation," but truckers say the mandate could cause accidents, traffic and even kill fuel mileage.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

Gov. Gavin Newsom said AB 316 was unnecessary for the regulation and oversight of heavy-duty autonomous vehicle technology in California, as existing law provides sufficient authority to create the appropriate regulatory framework.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home September 26, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.

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Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Data-driven, predictive and agile supply chains can help companies achieve their net-zero emissions goals by enabling end-to-end efficiency.

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Overdrive Online

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Owner Luke Martin brought in operations manager Chelsie Reynolds in 2021 to take Maple Lane to the next level. Expansion since then has been twofold, mostly with owner-operators leasing on to pull platform freight in addition to the farm's product.

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Truck News

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

In early September I had the opportunity to travel to Munich as part of a House of Journalists expedition to cover the IAA Mobility show and related press conferences.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Find your Purpose to re-engage in your Freight Agent business. Then seek out Trinity Logistics to help you live your Purpose and grow to your fullest potential. We recently held our Virtual Freight Agent Conference and had the pleasure of hosting Ken Coleman of the Ramsey Group as our featured keynote speaker. He customized his presentation specifically toward Trinity’s Freight Agents with great tips for small business owners on how to “Re-Engage In Your Freight Agent Business”.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The reason Mexico didn’t rise as a great near-shore market before was that supply chain resiliency just wasn’t top of mind in the last few decades, when landed cost was king.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

As the Russia-Ukraine War has intensified over the past two months, amid a Ukrainian counteroffensive in Eastern Ukraine and Russian retaliation in the form of further blocking Ukrainian grain exports, things have been at a stalemate on the grain shipping/trade front – until now. Beginning last week, Ukraine is now utilizing a new shipping route to export its grain to the world.

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TransAudit

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The alarming rise in cargo theft across the United States is becoming a significant concern for businesses, logistics providers, and consumers alike. With food and beverage products emerging as main targets, it’s evident that the problem isn’t just isolated to high-value goods. This surge, as CNBC suggests , is a stark “sign of the economic times,” further amplifying the strain on already escalating prices.

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