MTS Logistics
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Why are railroads important? Railroads are mainly important for moving goods that are mostly heavy in weight and are bulky over long distances, as transportation makes up the majority of the total cost of delivery. Coal, fertilizer, chemicals, forest products, finished motor vehicles and metals are a few examples of commodities that are moved by railroads, among many others.
Cyzerg
DECEMBER 30, 2019
With an increase in the demand for different types of warehouses, it's crucial that businesses choose one that best fits their requirements and operations. But what exactly are the factors that lead companies to pick one type of warehouse over another? And what are all the types of warehouses in the market today? In this article, we will explain the necessity of different types of warehouses, elements that differentiate each warehouse from the others, and part one of the various types of warehou
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Kuebix
JANUARY 2, 2020
The start of a new year means that it’s time to realign priorities and set new goals. This doesn’t mean you have to start from scratch! There are plenty of topics and information from 2019 that are important to carry over into 2020. Below are a few keywords that are sure to make headlines this […]. The post 10 Keywords Logistics Professionals Should Keep an Eye on in 2020 appeared first on Kuebix.
Freightquote
JANUARY 2, 2020
The freight market has been especially friendly to shippers, but it’s important to stay ahead of the game. Let’s take a closer look at how to anticipate and get ahead of capacity crunch headaches, why you should be locking in freight rates and how Freightquote by C.H. Robinson can help.
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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.
Freight Center
JANUARY 2, 2020
The freight industry is a key component to the success of modern commerce. After all, almost everything we use or consume is part of or passes through a logistics chain in one way or another. Check out these fascinating freight facts that perhaps you never knew. Freight Fact #4: Trucks are King. According to the American Trucking Association , “trucks move roughly 71.4% of the nation’s freight by weight.
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Logistics Management
JANUARY 2, 2020
Technology continues to be the driving force, but it's evolving.
Overdrive Online
DECEMBER 29, 2019
The basic theme of the year, at least from a business perspective, was as figurative as it was literal: We're not in 2018, anymore. Freight demand took a hit. Some of 2018's themes, however, continued, with considerable interest in the parking crisis, hours of service reform in light in the ELD mandate, and more.
Truck News
JANUARY 2, 2020
Proposed changes to the U.S. hours of service rules have been touted as more flexible for drivers and carriers -- but what about the benefits and the flexibility for cross-border drivers and carriers? Will the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's proposed HOS provide the same benefits for cross-border drivers, or just make the hours-related differences between Canada and the United States even more confusing?
Overdrive Online
DECEMBER 31, 2019
Got those new year's resolutions in the hopper, drivah? Well, CoachCarolyn O'Byrne wants you to grab hold of this idea: "Every day is a new day, and an opportunity to. commit to improvement." She offered this guest post as a bit of extra inspiration, and a poem. Here's a Happy New Year to all of you.
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
Cyzerg
DECEMBER 29, 2019
A gamut of challenges such as omnichannel sales, seasonal demand fluctuation, overstocking, out-of-stock situations, back orders, order returns, and the constant striving for ever-shorter lead times create pressure for better warehouse process and operations management. As a result, a considerable number of warehouses have now adopted and – many more are willing to adopt – predictive analytics in warehouse management.
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 3, 2020
Fuel and freight make up nearly two-thirds of logistics costs. Supply-chain and logistics managers need to optimize those costs to improve the bottom line.
Logistics Management
DECEMBER 30, 2019
According to a new market report, the global smart & mobile supply chain solutions market was valued at $13,614.8 million in 2018 and is expected to reach $31,612.0 million by 2027, expanding at a CAGR 9.9% from 2019 to 2027.
Food Logistics
JANUARY 2, 2020
Fleetwood Transportation shut down its operations on New Years Eve, citing troubles of finding insurance.
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Cyzerg
DECEMBER 30, 2019
With an increase in the demand for different types of warehouses, it's crucial that businesses choose one that best fits their requirements and operations. But what exactly are the factors that lead companies to pick one type of warehouse over another? And what are all the types of warehouses in the market today? In this article, we will explain the necessity of different types of warehouses, elements that differentiate each warehouse from the others, and part one of the various types of warehou
Truck News
JANUARY 2, 2020
For workplaces covered by the Ontario Workplace Safety and Insurance Act (WSIA) -- or those who are required to have such coverage -- an employee may not have the right to sue the employer in a civil action for constructive dismissal. This is because workplace harassment that causes chronic mental stress is considered a workplace injury for which WSIA benefits are available. .
NGT News
JANUARY 3, 2020
Noodoe EV, a company that specializes in electric vehicle (EV) charging technology, has debuted its new EV OS and announced that the system is compliant with the OpenADR 2.0b standard. Noodoe EV OS is a cloud-based operating system for the company’s EV chargers that fully automates service delivery and offers universal payment options to customers. […].
Stord
JANUARY 2, 2020
January 3, 2020 Walmart To Leverage Supercenters in Distribution Strategy Walmart’s new distribution strategy, according to CEO Doug McMillon, is to leverage more of its own supercenters rather than e-commerce facilities. The big-box retailer plans to sell added warehouse and shipping capacity to third-party sellers on Walmart.com and have online orders fulfilled by traditional stores.
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Logistics Management
JANUARY 2, 2020
the company announced that its subsidiary, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, acquired the assets of South Easton, Mass.-based RDI Last Mile Co. on December 31, 2019. A purchase price was not disclosed, but company officials said that the acquisition was funded using J.B. Hunt’s existing revolving credit facility.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Digital network platforms and advanced analytics are making it possible for logistics providers to achieve unprecedented levels of visibility and collaboration, enabling true end-to-end supply chains.
NGT News
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Adult Life Programs, a nonprofit organization offering adult day services and transportation to individuals in Catawba County, N.C., recently deployed new propane autogas vehicles in its fleet. The organization worked with Alliance AutoGas to convert a Ford E-350 passenger van and two Ford Transit passenger vans to bi-fuel propane. Alliance AutoGas member Blossman Gas was […].
GlobalTranz
JANUARY 3, 2020
Today’s post will cover the top 10 podcasts of “The Freight Project Podcast” in total listens that were published in 2019. This year’s freight and logistics podcasts featured fantastic thought leaders from all around the industry who were guests in a Q&A type format with Cerasis Marketing Manager – Adam Robinson as the host. The.read More.
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
Logistics Management
JANUARY 3, 2020
The report’s key metric, the PMI, fell 0.9% to 47.2 in December (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), following readings of 48.1 in November and 49.1, 47.8, and 48.3, in August, September, and October, respectively.
Logistics Bureau
JANUARY 2, 2020
With regards to inventory management, Keiran mentioned that you should have a discriminatory treatment to your “golden goose” Replenish the orders frequently, check your inventories – and do things to preference the most profitable item on your stocks. Don’t worry, the other inventory won’t protest against you. Watch this video and study the 33 Sins in inventory management : Subscribe to our Youtube Channel.
NGT News
JANUARY 2, 2020
Bus manufacturer New Flyer of America Inc. says the Los Angeles County Metro Transit Authority (LA Metro) will be taking delivery of 70 Xcelsior 60-foot, heavy-duty compressed natural gas (CNG) transit buses. This deal is a part of an October 2017 contract between New Flyer and LA Metro, whereby the transit agency made an initial […]. The post LA Metro Adding More CNG Buses to Fleet appeared first on NGT News.
Shipchain
JANUARY 2, 2020
Supply chain security is something that all supply chain managers should be closely monitoring. Today’s supply chains face a unique array of threats, both in the physical and digital realm. Several years ago, the biggest supply chain issues to combat were things like supply chain terrorism, theft (internal or external), and piracy. Nowadays, you must also consider digital threats like data breaches and hackers.
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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.
Logistics Management
JANUARY 3, 2020
2019 U.S. rail carloads decreased 4.9%, or 668,075 carloads, to 12,992,404, compared to 2018’s 13,640,641, which was up 1.8% over 2017. Intermodal containers and trailers, were down 5.1%, or 740,240 units, to 13,732,570.
Morai Logistics
JANUARY 1, 2020
2019’s over, but there’s plenty of technology to look back on over the course of the year to see what affects it had on supply chains. The move by companies towards digitization grew more pronounced in 2019. As such, many of the technologies that digital transformation supports grew as well. Part 1 of this review covered several of them, including AI, automation, and IoT.
NGT News
JANUARY 2, 2020
Ryder System Inc., In-Charge Energy Inc. and ABB are partnering to provide turnkey electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure as a service to Ryder customers. Through the agreement, In-Charge will assist Ryder customers that are seeking to electrify their fleets by providing them with assessments of their on-site infrastructure and the requirements to implement charging infrastructure, […].
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