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Industry View: How to Adopt the ‘Triple A’ Approach

Logistics Business Magazine

Of all the unknowns surrounding Covid-19 one thing is certain, its effects and legacy have changed the way people work, live and play, says SnapFulfil UK & Europe CEO, Tony Dobson. With traditional business models being turned upside down, brands like Heinz and Cadbury are capitalising on the e-commerce trend with a direct to consumer offer – and now restaurants are following suit with home delivery.

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Strategic risks and the vulnerability of the munitions supply-chain

Logistics in War

By Mike Lima. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant disruptions to global supply chains. The pandemic has shown us the fragility of commercial supply chains; it gives us a reason to think about what a disruption to supply chains might have for the outcomes of military operations. This article will focus on one particular commodity that is strategically significant to all militaries that if disrupted in war severely constrains the likelihood of operational success.

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Preparing to Reopen Your Small Business? Here’s How to Start Shipping Again

Freightquote

Preparing to reopen your small business? Follow this three-step guide on how to resume shipping and logistics during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Last Mile Customer Experience Grows to Become King of Final Mile

GlobalTranz

Business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) shipping experiences play out within the final mile. Today’s customers of both types want real-time access to shipment information and expect automated alerts when things go wrong. As reported by Inbound Logistics, “73% of shoppers believe messages containing order tracking are very important.

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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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Multi-Channel Fulfillment: Key Considerations

West Coast and California Logistics

According to the Census Bureau of the U.S. Department of Commerce, eCommerce sales accounted for 11.8% of total sales in the first quarter of 2020. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, Q2 eCommerce figures are likely to grow more rapidly, as eCommerce sales through most of April were 49% greater than a similar period in March. No matter what your company sells, it’s imperative that your eCommerce operations can keep pace with this growth.

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Supporting Supply Chain Agility: Simple Concepts, Complex Technology

Logistics Viewpoints

Supply chain control towers have come of age. The concepts that allow modern control towers to support agility are easy to describe. The technology that empowers these concepts are quite complex. The post Supporting Supply Chain Agility: Simple Concepts, Complex Technology appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Highway bill’s hot topics: Expanding truck parking, probing lease-purchases, limiting unpaid detention

Overdrive Online

The Invest in America Act provides a peek into where lawmakers might steer regulatory policies in its next long-term highway bill. On the table? Money for expanding parking, a rule to limit unpaid detention time and the revival of public CSA scores.

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The Arguments For and Against Supply Chain Redundancies

Shipchain

Nowadays, all supply chains face a plethora of potential threats, from piracy, to natural disasters, to accidents, to fraud, and so on. And with everything going on with COVID-19, we can safely add a global pandemic to that list. . In truth, there’s no real way to predict when and where these disruptions may occur, leaving businesses vulnerable and at the mercy of external forces. .

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Logistics Labor 2020: Filling the void

Logistics Management

As the business world shakes off the impacts of COVID-19 and executes plans for the future, the logistics sector is providing new opportunities for displaced workers from other industries. For logistics managers, now is the time to find talent that wasn’t accessible in the tight labor market.

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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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A CEO’s Take on Transportation and Coronavirus

Logistics Viewpoints

Transportation and coronavirus have been getting a lot of attention lately. The global supply chain is becoming more complex due to increased regulations, trade wars, cross-border commerce, and most recently, the impact of coronavirus. FourKites founder and CEO Matt Elenjickal shares his thoughts on transportation and coronavirus. The post A CEO’s Take on Transportation and Coronavirus appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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U.S. Exporters Complain of Being 'Blanked' by Ocean Carriers

Supply Chain Brain

As if the global economic downturn weren’t bad enough, U.S. exporters are confronted by a raft of vessel cancellations that hinder their ability to fulfill what overseas sales they’re still able to make.

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How to Determine if Your Distribution Fulfillment Strategy is Working

GlobalTranz

Knowing that your distribution fulfillment strategy is working gives you a better insight into how your business is performing. This is important for reducing order fulfillment errors, improving your inventory management and remaining competitive. Supply chain leaders must learn to recognize the warning signs of risky fulfillment strategies, the indicators of success, and how to.read More.

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Parcel experts weigh in on FedEx & UPS so far throughout the COVID-19 pandemic

Logistics Management

Nothing has been predictable or consistent in the parcel shipping industry in 2020. The onset of COVID-19 decimated shipping volumes in March and the beginning of April, as businesses sent employees home and shuttered facilities. However, parcel volumes have raged higher and higher ever since, with both FedEx and UPS reporting daily volumes at and exceeding “peak” holiday volumes.

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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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Supply Chain Strategy: Navigating an Uncertain Economy

Morai Logistics

With the economy experiencing historic trouble, it’s up to supply chain managers to plan for an uncertain future and secure their supply chain for whatever may come. After months of dealing with a pandemic, the economy has taken a serious hit. What’s more, it’s hard to tell how long it’ll remain depressed. On top of that, there’s the added factor of uncertainty.

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Investments in Supply Chain Operating Networks Continue

Talking Logistics

Four years ago tomorrow, I wrote about how investments in Supply Chain Operating Networks (SCON) were rising. The post was triggered by Thoma Bravo’s acquisition of Elemica at the time (which it later sold to Eurazeo in 2019), as well as previous deals like Infor’s acquisition of GT Nexus, Insight Venture Partners’ acquisition of E2open, Read more Investments in Supply Chain Operating Networks Continue.

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To 'Future Proof' Your Supply Chain, Answer These Four Questions

Supply Chain Brain

Faith in existing enterprise systems, protocols and technology has been severely tested during the course of the COVID-19 pandemic. How should we adapt?

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Blink Charging Enters Joint Venture Agreement with Envoy Technologies

NGT News

Blink Charging Co., an owner and operator of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, has entered a joint venture agreement with Envoy Technologies Inc., a provider of shared on-demand, community-based EVs. The multi-year agreement is designed to bring EVs and EV charging to urban residents across the U.S. through the deployment of Blink charging stations across […].

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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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Importance of Having Your Importation Documents in Order

Dedola Global Logistics

Importing goods is an ever-changing field, especially as technology improves and customs requirements change. Manufacturers and retailers must stay on top of terminology and policy changes. Engaging a freight forwarder to assist with your imports can reduce headaches and allow you to focus on your core mission. Customs Clearance Process. In some cases, U.S. government agencies require advance notice of arriving imports, especially for live animals or products subject to import quotas.

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project44 introduces new Global Preferred Carriers Program

Logistics Management

The objective of the program is to evaluate and recognize—in the form of a list published on a monthly basis—less-than-truckload (LTL) and truckload carriers in the project44 network that, project44 said “have demonstrated excellence in performance, consistency, delivery of high-fidelity data and shipment visibility across multiple loads.

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The End of Single-Source Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

In a post-COVID-19 world, no smart company can rely solely on China for its manufacturing.

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Ideanomics Selects Manufacturers to Fulfill EV Taxi Orders

NGT News

Ideanomics says its subsidiary, Mobile Energy Global (MEG), has selected several manufacturers to fulfill its electric vehicle (EV) taxi sales orders, including BYD, Dong Feng Nissan, Chery, Kia, Geely and Tesla. Orders placed in China include 300 taxis for Changxing county, Huzhou; 800 for Neijiang, Sichuan – made up of 300 new taxis and 500 […].

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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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Making A Difference: Transportation Insight

Talking Logistics

Today’s post is part of our “Making a Difference: Supply Chains for a Better Tomorrow” series that focuses on the supply chain capabilities that will separate the leaders from the laggards in the years to come. This episode features John Richardson, Vice President of Supply Chain Analytics at Transportation Insight. In keeping with the “Making. Read more Making A Difference: Transportation Insight.

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Labor crisis remains front and center

Logistics Management

We began 2020 with an unemployment rate of only 3.5%, and our nation’s logistics, warehouse and distribution center operations—as well as our carrier partners—were experiencing one of the tightest labor markets in a generation.

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The feel of the ship ? Have you felt it.??

Shipping and Freight Resource

I am not a seafarer , but I have had the privilege of being onboard different types of ships when I was handling them operationally many years ago. I have been on Container ships, Car Carriers, Break Bulk, Bulk , Multi-Purpose, Con-Ro and Passenger ships, interacting with various members of the crew and officers – Masters, Chief Officers, Second mates and A/Bs.

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Lumen Freedom, WiTricity Enter Technology Licensing Agreement

NGT News

WiTricity, a company that specializes in wireless power transfer over distance, and Lumen Freedom, an automotive Tier 1 manufacturer of wireless charging systems for electric vehicles (EVs), have entered into a technology licensing agreement. The agreement enables Lumen Freedom to develop and commercialize products using WiTricity’s patented magnetic resonance technology for EVs.

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How Intent Data Helps Marketers Convert A-List Accounts

One of the biggest challenges for any B2B marketer is understanding your prospects’ next move — who is most likely to buy and when. Without these insights, marketing campaigns can feel more like guesswork, with high investment and little return. We’re here to tell you there’s a better way. By tracking buyers’ digital footprints and online activity, such as website visits, product reviews, and spikes in content consumption, you can engage prospects with a message that really resonates.

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Chemical Transportation: Lean on One Broker for Raw and Finished Products

Bulk Connection

If your company needs to ship chemicals, you are likely familiar with many of the options available to you. You can ship dry and liquid raw materials in bulk tanks and dry bulk trailers, and you can ship raw or finished materials in dry vans (e.g., inside totes or drums). What you may not realize is that there are chemical transportation providers out there that can handle both bulk and dry van shipments for you.

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Robotic software takes control of the warehouse

Logistics Management

Just like WES, robot operating systems are undergoing a transformation that may change the way we manage distribution centers.

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WorkWave’s Online Reviews Platform Empowers Field Service Companies to Generate More Leads and Close More Sales

WorkWave

Time To Read: 4 minutes. Directly integrated into WorkWave PestPac, WorkWave ServMan, WorkWave Service, and PestPac Select, the updated Online Reviews platform empowers field service companies to control their online reputation. Holmdel, NJ – June 11, 2020 – WorkWave ® , a provider of cloud-based software solutions that support every stage of a service business’s life cycle, today announces its new Online Reviews platform, with updated features and functionality that allow field serv