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5 Key Elements for a Fleet Safety Program

Linxup

Keeping your fleet safe is important, no matter how big or small your field service or delivery business is. Having a solid company fleet safety plan helps lower the chances of accidents, injuries, lawsuits, and financial losses. But it doesn't stop there. A thoughtful, and well-implemented fleet safety plan makes your business more efficient, productive, and respected.

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Logistics 5.0: What It Is, Benefits, and Supply Chain 5.0

3PL Links

With the exponential development and application of technologies, the digital world has already become an accepted norm in the corporate universe. The way that businesses think and operate is being disrupted by the Digital Age, and this has an impact on every aspect of a company, including logistics. The arrival of Logistics 5.0 is the result of this development in digital transformation.

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A Glimpse into Supply Chain 2024

Log-hub

4 min read Happy New Year, Log-hub Community! Let’s explore what the supply chain 2024 trends have in store for us! Here’s to a year of growth and innovation. In the ever-evolving landscape of supply chain management, next year promises to be pivotal, marked by significant transformations. Let’s delve into the key supply chain 2024 trends that are reshaping the industry and driving innovation.

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Commercial Fleets Recognise Threat to Drivers

Logistics Business Magazine

There has been a steep rise in incidents of aggression and harassment towards commercial fleet drivers from both opportunistic thieves and members of the public in the past 12 months, in the opinion of leading fleet, health and safety, and technology specialists at a recent event organised by SureCam and PeopleSafe to discuss driver safeguarding and lone worker protection.

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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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3 CRM Tips to Protect Your Profits During a Freight Recession

IFS Blogs

Learn how to survive a freight recession and protect your profits with these three powerful CRM strategies.

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Amware Fulfillment Rebrands as Staci Americas

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

In March 2023, we announced the acquisition of Amware Fulfillment by Staci Group, a global leader in multichannel fulfillment services. Since then, we’ve integrated company operations in the U.S., blending the best of both organizations.

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Best Logistics and Supply Chain Conferences to Attend in 2024

Logistics Viewpoints

Welcome 2024! This year, as with years in the past, there is a broad and deep line-up of supply chain and logistics conferences to attend. Many events exist in North America, Europe, and Asia. Industry association events are being held in the winter, spring, summer, and fall. Meanwhile, technology providers’ user events are mostly packed into the spring, so plan accordingly.

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Supply Chain and Logistics Conferences to Attend in 2024

Talking Logistics

Editor’s Note: This is one of the most popular posts we publish every year: our list of supply chain and logistics events to attend in the year ahead. This year’s list remains a work in progress; therefore, please check the event websites for the latest updates. Also, if you have a favorite industry conference not. Read more The post Supply Chain and Logistics Conferences to Attend in 2024 appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Court says sleeper berth time over 8 hours is compensable

Commercial Carrier Journal

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a previous ruling that, under the Fair Labor Standards Act, team drivers should be paid for time spent in the sleeper berth beyond 8 hours because time spent there is to the benefit of the employer.

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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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Increase Picking Density with Mezzanines, Pick Towers, and Automation

Supply Chain Brain

Warehouse operators can increase the density of their pick operations by installing pick towers and mezzanines within their current facilities, boosting throughput inside their existing building.

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Omnichannel Retailers Leverage Optimization for Order-Promising

Logistics Viewpoints

Historically, omnichannel software solutions were not capable of optimization. This meant that retailers were not maximizing their profitability. That is changing. Omnichannel refers to the ability of a consumer to get products fulfilled to them in various ways. A customer can of course buy goods in a store. They can also order online and have goods shipped to their home.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (January 5, 2024)

Talking Logistics

Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a fun and relaxing holiday. 2024 is kicking off right where 2023 left off: with lots of risk and uncertainty in ocean shipping, as several of the news items below highlight. What lies ahead in the world of supply chain and logistics? Everything from the known knowns (e.g., Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (January 5, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Red Sea and Suez Canal Shipping Crisis Update

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home Red Sea and Suez Canal Shipping Crisis Update Judah Levine Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Even with an international naval force in place, Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea continue.

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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 Chains in the 5G Era: A Paradigm Shift in Connectivity

Supply Chain Brain

The combination of low latency, high bandwidth, massive device connectivity, reliability, and other factors makes 5G technology well-suited for various automation and virtual-enabled technologies across industries.

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Happening Now: Optimism for Manufacturing in 2024

West Coast and California Logistics

According to Supply Chain Dive , the US manufacturing industry ended 2023 with growing optimism for a 2024 rebound. Both the ISM and S&P Global PMI indices pointed to rising business optimism and increased investment in advertising. While inflation remains a concern, cost increases are slowing down, suggesting subdued industrial price pressures.

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[Editor’s Pick] 2024 Freight Planning: 5 Leading-edge Strategies for a Productive Supply Chain

Talking Logistics

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This recent post from Uber Freight’s blog highlights five strategies to enable a productive supply chain in 2024 and beyond.

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Ballard Signs New Hydrogen Fuel Cell Supply Agreement with NFI Group

NGT News

Ballard Power Systems has signed a new Long-Term Supply Agreement (LTSA) with NFI Group Inc., an independent bus and coach manufacturer and a provider of electric mass mobility solutions in North America and Europe. The agreement marks a new phase in the established partnership between Ballard and NFI, focused on deployment-level volumes of fuel cell-powered […] The post Ballard Signs New Hydrogen Fuel Cell Supply Agreement with NFI Group appeared first on NGT News.

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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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New Actions from the White House Highlight the Difficulty of Tracing Forced Labor in Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

While recent actions won’t end the issue of forced labor entirely, this may well be a meaningful milestone in the long-running effort.

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Add your voice to help CTA pursue full 2024 agenda

Truck News

It may be an inside baseball cliché to many of us in the industry, but I never tire of reminding people who I know that: “If you got it, it […]

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Court says sleeper berth time over 8 hours is compensable

Overdrive Online

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a previous ruling that, under the Fair Labor Standards Act, team drivers should be paid for time spent in the sleeper berth beyond 8 hours because time spent there is to the benefit of the employer.

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City in Arizona Unveils State’s First Fully Electric Fire Truck

NGT News

Mesa, Ariz.’s all-electric fire truck is officially in service. The pumper truck, stationed at Fire Station 221 in southeast Mesa, will reduce toxin exposure for firefighters as part of the Mesa Fire and Medical Department’s commitment to implementing cutting-edge health and safety practices. The truck, manufactured by E-ONE, a subsidiary of REV Group Inc., is […] The post City in Arizona Unveils State’s First Fully Electric Fire Truck appeared first on NGT News.

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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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69% of Employees Said They Experienced Burnout in 2023

Supply Chain Brain

71% of employees said burnout impacted their work with 45% saying they’re not as enthusiastic as they could be, while another 26% said they only performed their required responsibilities.

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Thank You Thursday Shout Outs – December

Ship Monk

ShipMonk is privileged to have a lot of hard-working, incredible team members at all our state-of-the-art locations. We love showing them appreciation at every opportunity, so we created “Thank You Thursday” to celebrate employees on a weekly basis. Check out the shoutouts from December across our 12 fulfillment center locations, now including ShipMonk Europe.

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2023 Best Logistics Content From BlueGrace Logistics

Blue Grace Logistics

2023 Best Of Logistics Content Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - January 3, 2024 For the second consecutive year, The Logistics Blog® has earned its place in the prestigious 2023 45 Best Freight Blogs and Websites You Should Follow list, selected by Feedspot.com — the internet’s largest human-curated database of bloggers and podcasts.

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CARB Extends Clean Truck Check Reporting Deadline

NGT News

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has extended the reporting deadline for Clean Truck Check, giving heavy-duty truck owners and operators extra time to enter their information into a new database that will track compliance. Vehicle/fleet owners now have until January 31, 2024, to complete the initial reporting requirement and compliance fee payment for 2023. […] The post CARB Extends Clean Truck Check Reporting Deadline appeared first on NGT News.

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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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Physical Operations, Politics Will Be Suppliers’ Biggest Hurdles in 2024

Supply Chain Brain

Physical operations will present the biggest challenge to companies at the beginning of 2024 with the ongoing conflict in the Middle East coupled with climate issues disrupting shipping networks.

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Project Logistics: The Basics You Should Know

MTS Logistics

Project logistics takes place successfully all over the world everyday thanks to a mix of experienced personnel, intense coordination, planning, and savvy use of logistics technology. Project logistics is a very complex field and covers many great aspects. Simply put, Project logistics is the transportation processes of cargo with characteristics such as large, heavy, bulky, out-of-gauge, unusually shaped, high-value and critical items.

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Turning Dispatcher Headaches into Efficiency Gains with the Best Dispatch App

Loginext

LogiNext Mile Mobile App- The ultimate solution for dispatchers and logistics managers. With the best dispatch app, you can manage your end-to-end operations with ease, stay up to date with the status of your orders in real-time, view analytics and more on your hand. Get the power to handle logistics operations at your fingertips. The post Turning Dispatcher Headaches into Efficiency Gains with the Best Dispatch App appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.