7 actions to manage maintenance and repair cost increases
Fleet Owner
MAY 16, 2022
Fleets that act today will be better positioned to adjust and mitigate equipment price spikes.
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Using a Digital Twin to Increase Your Supply Chain Resilience
Logistics Matter
MAY 19, 2022
The Does LogisticsMatter? Podcast is all about trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics. Returning guest on this episode is Miguel van Asch, Head of Data and Analytics at Ahlers. In episode fourteen, Miguel explained what a digital twin is, and what the three steps are to creating your own digital twin. In this episode, we […].
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Better Ways to Address Trade-Offs with Supply Chain Optimization
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 19, 2022
Malcolm McLean, a trucker from North Carolina, was tired of waiting. He had a load full of cotton bales, and while idling away hours at a shipyard watching stevedores load other cargo onto ships he dreamed up containers that transformed global supply chains. Loading and unloading trucks was inefficient, so his frustration led to the commercialization of containers that could be moved on and off trucks easily.
Beyond The Data with William Sandoval
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 18, 2022
Data is a big buzzword across industries, but how about when it comes to logistics? In this episode, Joe Lynch sits down with William Sandoval , the Senior Vice President of Product Management and Strategy at PowerFleet Inc. William shares how they transform data into critical actionable information that optimizes and powers operations throughout businesses.
GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report
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The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?
Pick to Light Video Illustrates Advantages of this Picking Method
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MAY 20, 2022
The accompanying pick to light video shows just how the technology works to increase productivity and order accuracy in a fulfillment warehouse. Productivity can improve up to 40% as associates working in a contained area simply scan an order into the system and then move to specific bin locations that are identified by a flashing light and the specific number of items to pick.
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How Unified Are Your Logistics Processes?
Talking Logistics
MAY 18, 2022
Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a guest blog post by Adrian Gonzalez published by Manhattan Associates. The post highlights results from a survey conducted recently with members of Indago’s supply chain research community on unified transportation and distribution management. Historically, many companies have planned and optimized their transportation and distribution processes separately, Read more How Unified Are Your Logistics Processes?
The Future of Logistics with Courtney Muller
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 17, 2022
The logistics industry is changing fast. On today’s episode of The Logistics of Logistics Podcast, host Joe Lynch sits down with Courtney Muller. Courney is a Strategic Event Executive and the Chief Corporate Development Officer and President of Manifest at Connectiv, a live event studio based in NYC. Connectiv produces world-class industry leading events that focus on disruptive technology.
Freight Transport Services: LTL and TL Explained
Freightquote
MAY 16, 2022
Learn the difference between LTL, TL, and how these freight transport services can benefit your business with better rates, shipping options, and speed.
A Radical New Way to Think About Supply Chain Management
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 16, 2022
ARC has done research and writing on supply chain collaboration networks. A supply chain collaboration network (SCCN) is a key technology for improved collaboration across an extended supply chain. SCCN is a collaborative solution for supply chain processes built on a public cloud – many-to-many architecture – which supports a community of trading partners and third-party data feeds.
Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry
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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.
Supply Chain’s Most Profitable Four-Letter Word: Data
Talking Logistics
MAY 16, 2022
Today, supply chain and logistics professionals are awash in all kinds of data. So, why do some companies seem to be drowning in it, while others find a way to convert it into business value? One area in particular where data plays a critical role is in transportation procurement. How does analyzing data effectively connect. Read more Supply Chain’s Most Profitable Four-Letter Word: Data.
Every Shipment Matters With Jim Waters
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 19, 2022
The biggest concern with shipments is not just the wait time but the thought of not knowing where it is, what condition it’s in, or will it even get to its destination. But worry no more! Jim Waters , the Vice President of Global Marketing at Tive , shares how they revolutionized shipments’ visibility, which caters to the different requirements customers have for their load – from real-time tracking that shows you where your shipment is to the condition it’s in.
Roadcheck 2022 focuses on wheel ends
Fleet Owner
MAY 16, 2022
The annual Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance blitz runs May 17-19. Find out how to avoid the most frequent violations on the road.
This Week in Logistics News (May 14 – 20)
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 20, 2022
We’ve all been talking about the looming supply chain talent shortage for quite some time. We are seeing it now in terms of truck drivers and warehouse workers, and Walmart is an example of a company that has been trying to get ahead of these shortages by offering higher wages and on-the-job perks. But I just read an article about another labor shortage Walmart is facing: store managers.
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
Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 20, 2022)
Talking Logistics
MAY 20, 2022
I almost made it. While my son was taking his machine learning final exam at Cornell, I decided to cycle around Cayuga Lake. It was an 87-mile loop and the day was just perfect for cycling. I made it up the east side of the lake, had lunch, and was making good time heading back. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 20, 2022). The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 20, 2022) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
The FarEye Story With Kushal Nahata
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 18, 2022
Every single business should be able to democratize an excellent delivery experience and provide it to their customers. Joe Lynch sits with Kushal Nahata , the Co-founder and CEO at FarEye. Kushal talks with Joe about how FarEye is a delivery management platform that helps businesses get the product at a lower cost and more sustainable fashion. It’s crucial to nail a great delivery experience to build customer loyalty.
Biden orders baby formula airlift from overseas
Supply Chain and Logistics
MAY 19, 2022
The baby formula shortage is deplorable. And it’s nice that the government is trying to figure out how to help get more product into the supply chain. And it’s good to rethink restrictions on imports and get them moving.
Three Procurement Pro-Tips to Optimize Inventory, Cash Flow
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 15, 2022
Soaring customer demand has created unique challenges for procurement managers. By developing effective inventory management techniques, procurement professionals can tackle the issues from several unique angles.
How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience
Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader
Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,
I Was Crushed. Again.
Talking Logistics
MAY 19, 2022
A few months ago, we were watching one of those dystopian movies (I think it was A Quiet Place) and my oldest daughter Hannah said, “If this happened in real life, I would be the first to die.” I gave her a “What are you kidding me?” look. This is a girl (young woman, actually). Read more I Was Crushed. Again. The post I Was Crushed. Again. appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Roadcheck report: What inspectors are seeing at White River Junction on I-91
Overdrive Online
MAY 18, 2022
In Vermont on Roadcheck's first day, owner-operator J.R. Quirion confidently volunteers himself for inspection to avoid hassle later; another driver wasn't so lucky with some dangerously bald trailer tires. Here's what inspectors are seeing on the road.
Why you Should Consider a Logistics Career
Trinity Logistics
MAY 18, 2022
Everyone dreams about what they want to be as a kid when they grow up. Whether it’s a doctor, a famous athlete, or even an astronaut, it’s safe to say we all dream about what our future holds. But one area people often turn a blind eye to is the logistics sector. When people hear, logistics, they often only thinks of truck drivers, dismissing a logistics career as a potential path.
Back-and-forth dialogues are making trucking better
Fleet Owner
MAY 18, 2022
NACFE really likes sharing with others what we’ve learned. We'd like to think that we are helping the industry get to a greener future—and last year, we gave a record number of presentations.
Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory
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The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.
U.S., European Firms Rethink China Investment After Lockdowns
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 17, 2022
U.S. and European businesses are reconsidering their investments in China after the lockdown in Shanghai and restrictions in other cities caused major disruption to their operations.
U.S. Ports See Busy Spring Amid Supply Chain Disruptions
MTS Logistics
MAY 18, 2022
Leading U.S. ports are seeing a very busy spring, as disruptions in the global supply chain continue to cause delays and congestion. This has resulted in some of the busiest periods in recent history for both U.S. East and West Coast ports. While shipping rates remain high, they have decreased somewhat in recent weeks as some disruptions have eased.
Kinaxis Kinexions ’22: Ready. Together.
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 18, 2022
Last week I attended Kinaxis Kinexions ’22 in San Diego, CA. This was my first in-person event in over two years, and it did not disappoint. You could feel the energy in the air as 450+ people seemed to really enjoy being back at an in-person event. We were also joined by over 1,500 people from around the world who attended the conference virtually.
A wrap on Roadcheck: Laying down the law in Massachusetts
Overdrive Online
MAY 20, 2022
On Roadcheck's final day in Massachusetts off I-91, officers found plenty violations, but not many with pro CDL drivers. Hear from local enforcement and the FMCSA on the real goals of the enforcement blitz.
Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability
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How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps. Discover how these strategies can boost your enterprise's financial health, helping not only to keep up but to excel in today's market.
Finding fleet alternative fuels beyond EVs
Fleet Owner
MAY 19, 2022
Alt-fuels should be part of any commercial vehicle fleet looking to promote sustainability, especially for those who like the performance of internal combustion engines and aren't ready to commit to electric or hydrogen.
New report highlights scale of shipping’s renewable challenge
Supply Chain and Logistics
MAY 17, 2022
This report indicates that to reach the 2050 net-zero goal marine shipping would require more renewable energy than the world generates today.
Closing the gap between employee 1.0 and industry 4.0
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
MAY 18, 2022
‘A new, end-to-end synchronized supply network is needed, where suppliers, manufacturing sites, customers and experts’ partner efficiently within a seamless ecosystem. This supply network would be touchless and interconnected, and able to pilot quickly, learn, eliminate low-quality tasks and standardize repetitive actions. It would generate high efficiencies and optimize costs, while also leaving a smaller environmental footprint.’. – The World Economic Forum.
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