IFS Blogs

JANUARY 30, 2024

Discover five logistics sales pitch tips to help you secure more shipments and customers. Click here to learn more.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 28, 2024

High employee turnover has a heavy impact on logistics companies. Mia Mazal, chief of staff with Sworkz, offers tips on how they can improve retention and create a positive environment for workers.

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Kanban Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2024

Warehousing services are a key component of virtually any business that handles a physical product, but it takes time and money if you choose to manage the function internally. Fortunately, outsourcing warehouse services to a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) provider can offer substantial cost-saving benefits for your company. 5 Ways a Warehousing 3PL Can Save You Money Reduce people costs Labor is one of your largest logistics expenses.

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West Coast and California Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2024

When you’re shipping freight within a region of the US, you have options for the type of carrier you partner with. You can work with one of the large long-haul carriers that operate nationwide. Or you can work with a regional carrier that specializes in your chosen region. In this article, we’ll examine regional truckload services and the many advantages you can gain by working with a regional carrier.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 29, 2024

David Latona, CEO of Tompkins Solutions Greenfield construction occurs when a company builds its own, brand-new facilities from the ground up. Brownfield investment happens when companies invest to improve the performance of existing facilities. Greenfield investments are much bigger capital expenditures. This form of investment allows the latest technology to be employed and for a facility to be built that meets all of a company’s current needs.

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The Lean Thinker

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

I recently did an “Introduction to Toyota Kata” session for Kata School Cascadia. The intent is to give an overview of my interpretation of the background, and how Toyota Kata fits into, and augments, your Continuous Improvement effort. Here is a direct URL in case you can’t see the embed on your phone or pad: [link] In this presentation I go over what I mean when I say “culture” and then briefly discuss a “continuous improvement culture.” Then introduce

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

There is a butterfly in my neck.It’s been keeping me up at night, feeding off me, and making me anxious. It’s the beginning of a poem, or a horror story, or perhaps a romantic comedy. I don’t know where it’s going yet, what words will come next, but that’s what makes writing so interesting, so. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (February 2, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 31, 2024

5G promises high bandwidth, low latency, and massive IoT device connectivity. For industry, the ability to better connect machines, objects, and devices is what is driving excitement for this technology. Patrick Arnold, a research analyst at ARC Advisory Group, says that suppliers of industrial solutions are responding by investing in new product design and incorporating 5G into their portfolios. “5G” is the 5th generation mobile network.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Andrew Wimer and Joe Lynch discuss the blind spots of visibility. Andrew is Director, Operations – North America Activations for Descartes , a global leader in on-demand, software-as-a-service solutions for logistics businesses. About Andrew Wimer Andrew Wimer is Director, Operations – North America – Activations for Descartes , a global leader in providing on-demand, software-as-a-service solutions for logistics businesses.

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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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Supply Chain and Logistics

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Xeneta, a data analytics firm specializing in shipping markets, has presented some data for their webinar January 25, 2024. One of the most striking figures is the percentage of loads being shifted from negotiated contract rates to freight-all-kinds (FAK) rates.

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Overdrive Online

JANUARY 30, 2024

Massachusetts State Police indicted in scheme to give "horrible, brain dead" CDL applicants a pass in exchange for cash, bottled waters, a new snowblower, and even a driveway paving job.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Today is Groundhog Day, a day that lets us know if we will endure six more weeks of winter or enjoy an early spring. In some sort or another, Punxsutawney Phil has been predicting the weather since 1890, and let’s just say that his record is iffy at best. During the “ceremony,” which begins well before the winter sunrise, Punxsutawney Phil emerges from his temporary home on Gobbler’s Knob, and according to the tradition, if Phil sees his shadow and returns to his hole, he has predicted six

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NGT News

JANUARY 29, 2024

The Stellantis Pro One commercial vehicle lineup has expanded its production capabilities of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles with in-house production starting immediately on both mid-size and large van offers in Hordain (France) and Gliwice (Poland), respectively, boosting the company’s zero-emissions offerings. The extended lineup and increased in-house, industrial scale production of fuel cell vans helps […] The post Stellantis Pro One Adds Mid-Size, Large Vans to Hydrogen Fuel Cell Lineup a

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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.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Remnants of a COVID-disrupted supply chain, economic choppiness, and pressure to lower prices have backed manufacturers up against a wall, and forced them to reconsider their approach to offshoring production.

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Freightos

JANUARY 30, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home January 30, 2024 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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Overdrive Online

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Don't miss the deadlines: stiff penalties can follow. A finance-crimes division of the U.S. Treasury as of Jan. 1 is requiring a large swath of small businesses, including owner-operator LLCs and others, to report ownership information to a new registry.

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NGT News

JANUARY 31, 2024

Revoy, a simple solution to decarbonize trucking, has launched the Revoy EV, an add-on for fleets that enables an easy transition to full electric vehicle without alterations to trucks or trailers. Pioneering a new sector of commercial trucking EV solutions, Revoy’s technology improves fuel efficiency from 6–8 mpg to 20–35 or more mpg, representing a […] The post Revoy EV Quickly Converts Diesel Trucks into Hybrids appeared first on NGT News.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2024

Robotics and technology companies have doubled down on development of applications to support the supply chain, especially in the warehouse.

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Truck News

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

It’s been a tough year for trucking, which still finds itself within the grips of a freight recession that doesn’t want to loosen its stubborn grasp.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

JANUARY 30, 2024

Phishing, vishing and API security are top cybersecurity concerns for trucking companies in 2024 as technology evolves with artificial intelligence and machine learning.

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NGT News

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

NATSO, representing truck stops and travel plazas; SIGMA: America’s Leading Fuel Marketers; and the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) urged the Minnesota and the Iowa Departments of Transportation to revise their National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program rules and remove limitations on annual profits generated by grant recipients that will discourage private sector participation. […] The post Fuel Retailer Groups Urge Minnesota, Iowa DOTs to Revise NEVI

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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

Inventory Reduction

Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 28, 2024

By removing bottlenecks in the supply chain, companies can reduce inventory and operating expense, while enhancing throughput and overall effectiveness.

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Overdrive Online

JANUARY 29, 2024

A proposed rule responding to petitions to enhance regulations related to transparency into brokered-freight transactions is notably absent from a new rulemaking document. Also: FMCSA now plans to propose speed limiters in May, and more.

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WorkWave

JANUARY 29, 2024

Time To Read: 3 minutes Efficient route planning is crucial for optimizing operations and ensuring timely deliveries. Two primary methods, static routing and real-time dynamic routing, are often employed to achieve this goal. In this post, we’ll delve into the differences between these approaches and explore their unique benefits for businesses in delivery and transportation industries.

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NGT News

JANUARY 29, 2024

Mullen Automotive Inc., an emerging electric vehicle manufacturer, has achieved a key commercial EV milestone with its all-electric Class 3 low-cab-forward chassis truck, receiving certification from the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The certification is awarded to vehicle manufacturers that meet specific emissions standards in compliance with CARB regulations.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Brian Pacula, partner in the Operations Excellence practice of West Monroe, tells how manufacturers and supply chains are prioritizing their spend on technology in the post-pandemic era.

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Overdrive Online

JANUARY 31, 2024

One-truck owner-operator Leslie Bitterman won a near-fatal bout with COVID, fighting back to the truck to keep her business going. Her perseverance, and more, shines through with her nomination as Overdrive's January Trucker of the Month.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

There are many different models that ensure success in any company, but for the purposes of simplicity, we have chosen one model: the 4 Ps of logistics (product, price, promotion, and place). A fifth P for “people” is sometimes suggested as an add-on. There have been a few other add-ons throughout the years, but since the 1950s, the 4 Ps, have stood the test of time against the backdrop of the other “P” term add-ons.

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