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Technology that Matters with Michael Kornhauser

The Logistics of Logistics

Michael Kornhauser and Joe Lynch discuss technology that matters. Michael is Sector Vice President of Trimble , a global technology company that provides hardware, software, and services to improve efficiency and productivity in industries like construction, agriculture, and transportation. About Michael Kornhauser Michael Kornhauser is Sector Vice President of Trimble Transportation, where he is responsible for all three divisions of the company: Enterprise, Maps and Mobility.

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Supercharging A Warehouse’s Performance With AI-Driven Computer Vision

Logistics Viewpoints

Computer Vision can be used to improve process adherence in the warehouse Flymingo is an Israeli computer vision company that identifies supply chain mistakes in operating processes in existing warehouse camera feeds. This is the only supply chain software company that the industry analyst firm ARC Advisory Group knows where AI Vision is core to the solution.

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Standards Driven Innovation: How Connected Vehicles Are Impacting Logistics and Smart Warehousing

Logistics Viewpoints

The Ecosystem Today The logistics ecosystem is being transformed by the rise of connected vehicles equipped with IoT sensors and data-driven technologies. Connected vehicles, following standards like the SAE J3016, which defines the six levels of vehicle automation, are becoming a crucial part of logistics operations. These vehicles collect and transmit real-time data on location, speed, fuel consumption, and cargo conditions, enabling more dynamic decision-making.

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Strike at U.S. Ports Brings Debate Over Automation Front and Center

Supply Chain Brain

Even if the dispute between the ILA and USMX is resolved quickly, the battle over automation at U.S. ports is set to rage on for a good long while to come.

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How To Set Up Innovation So That It Aligns With And Enables Corporate Strategy

Speaker: Paul Heller

Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro

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Revisiting Data Quality in Supply Chain Management

Talking Logistics

Poor data quality is the Achilles’ heel of supply chain management (see “The Big (Crappy) Data Problem In Supply Chain Management.”) This is especially true for data received from suppliers, logistics service providers, and other external trading partners. How would you rate the overall quality of the data you receive from your external trading partners?

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The Loss and the Hope in the Aftermath of Hurricane Helene

Women in Trucking

Looking for the latest information on how you can help areas devastated by Hurricane Helene? American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) shares an update.

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Logistics Viewpoints (09/30/24 – 10/03/2024)

Logistics Viewpoints

Logistics Viewpoints (09/30/2024- 10/04/2024) As a Florida native, hurricanes are a familiar part of life, shaping the experiences of millions who call the southern coastal regions home. Among the most devastating storms in the last century, Hurricane Helene ranks in the top five deadliest. It unleashed severe flooding across unexpected areas of the Carolinas, submerging coastal homes under record-high water levels.

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Damage from Hurricane Helene Threatens U.S. Medical Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Helene is already one of the deadliest mainland storms in the history of the U.S., with more than 100 people killed in the days since it first made landfall.

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Nelson Truck Lines' 2019 W9 among the last of the gliders

Overdrive Online

Operator Brian Beltran showed the rig at the Waupun Truck-N-Show over the summer, paired with a patriotic 2022 Great Dane van that's a salute to the Nelson family's military service.

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The Essential Role of Gripper Technology in Optimizing Pick-and-Place Robotics

Heico Sandee, Founder & CEO of Smart Robotics, emphasizes the critical role of gripper technology in optimizing pick-and-place robotics. He discusses how tailored grippers enhance precision, speed, and reliability, driving efficiency in warehouses.

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Supply Chain Leaders Embrace Change Management: Study

Food Logistics

Shippers (61%) and 3PL providers (73%) both agree that supply chain change management is vital. Demand for change management is driven by customer experience, economic factors and technological advancements.

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Strategically Integrating 3PLs into Your Operations

Loginext

Strategic integration of third-party logistics (3PLs) with logistics management software streamlines operations, boosts scalability, and enhances customer satisfaction. Discover key steps and benefits for optimal results. The post Strategically Integrating 3PLs into Your Operations appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Electrification Is Coming for the Supply Chain — But Not Where You Think

Supply Chain Brain

El ectrifying heavy trucks seems like an obvious step to take. But even with incentives, the current state of technology isn’t ready for deployment at large scale.

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I-26 likely to remain closed at least through end of October: TDOT

Overdrive Online

With I-40 also closed, thru traffic headed into North Carolina from East Tennessee should follow I-81 to I-77, TDOT reps noted.

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10 Practical Steps To Reduce Scope 3 Emissions

Scope 3 emissions – which account for 70 – 80% of an organization’s emissions – are complex and multifaceted. They form the bulk of an organization’s environmental impact. It’s no surprise that enterprises still struggle to track and manage these emissions. '10 Practical Steps to Reduce Scope 3 Emissions' guides you through the essential phases of identifying, analyzing, and mitigating these emissions.

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Vertical Integration in the Supply Chain: A Full Guide

Logistics Bureau

Ever since the early 1970s supply chain organisations have taken on increasingly distributed structures, a shift from a long-standing tradition of vertical integration, which had been prevalent since the late 1800s. Here’s everything you need to know about vertical integration. What is Vertical Integration in the Supply Chain? In simple terms, vertical integration is a process companies go through to expand their operations into different areas of the supply chain.

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Dispatch Scheduling Software: 5 Ways to Increase Efficiency

Loginext

In logistics, dispatch scheduling software is essential for optimizing operations. This blog outlines five key ways it enhances efficiency, including automating task allocation, real-time fleet management, and optimizing routes, ultimately improving delivery times and customer satisfaction. The post Dispatch Scheduling Software: 5 Ways to Increase Efficiency appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Port workers union goes back to work without new deal

Commercial Carrier Journal

The largest longshoremen’s union is back to work "effective immediately," following an agreement to return to the bargaining table into the new year.

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Boosting Efficiency and Customer Satisfaction: Five Reasons to Use Retail Consolidation

Supply Chain Brain

If you can be somewhat flexible with planning and lead time, you can leverage a 3PL’s ability to develop the scale needed for executing retail consolidation programs.

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EROAD’s Guide to Running a Sustainable Trucking Business

Over the last three decades, emissions from new trucks have been reduced by more than 98 percent. In fact, it would take 60 of today’s trucks to generate the same level of emissions from a single truck in 1988. Despite these impressive improvements, many trucking businesses continue to seek methods to achieve sustainability goals in a viable, measurable way.

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Virk Express: California trucking mastery rooted in fair dealing

Overdrive Online

Despite a tough regulatory environment and high fuel prices, Sunny Virk and Sam Singh's five-truck, two-owner-op Virk Express make the California reefer game work for them with dedicated lanes and dedication to their drivers.

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GFL, OPAL Fuels Joint Venture Begins Operating North Carolina RNG Facility

NGT News

Paragon RNG, a joint venture of GFL Environmental Inc. and OPAL Fuels Inc., has commenced commercial operations of its new renewable natural gas (RNG) facility at the Sampson County Landfill. The landfill, owned and operated by a subsidiary of GFL, is in Roseboro, North Carolina. The plant is producing and injecting pipeline-quality RNG. U.S. Environmental […] The post GFL, OPAL Fuels Joint Venture Begins Operating North Carolina RNG Facility appeared first on NGT News.

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The Competitive Edge of Logistics Visibility

Loginext

In today's global market, logistics visibility is essential for success. Learn how comprehensive inbound and outbound tracking improves supply chain agility, reduces costs, and boosts customer satisfaction. The post The Competitive Edge of Logistics Visibility appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Innovation Is Driving Growing Advances In Women’s Uniform Comfort

Women in Trucking

According to the 2024 Women In Trucking Index , women make up nearly 9.5% of today’s professional drivers. That might seem relatively small, but it has increased by over 68% since 2010.

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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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U.S. Imposes Duties on Solar Panels From Southeast Asia

Supply Chain Brain

The determination marks an early victory for domestic panel makers, who say cheap imports are harming their operations.

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ATBS' owner-operator performance update: Inside the numbers

Overdrive Online

A measure of cost/income stability showed in ATBS' update, but what about rates? ATBS VP Mike Hosted's full presentation offers plenty insights, likewise on maintenance spend, fuel costs and efficiency, and much more. Track through it all here.

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FM Conway Expands Use of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil

NGT News

United Kingdom-based civil engineering contractor FM Conway has extended its use of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) in its local and strategic highways operations, shifting away from diesel in its work to achieve net zero. HVO is a synthetic biofuel made from re-used cooking oils and is completely fossil-free. It serves as a direct replacement for […] The post FM Conway Expands Use of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil appeared first on NGT News.

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LogiNext Ecosystem of Last Mile Delivery

Loginext

LogiNext is reshaping last-mile delivery with its innovative AI-driven ecosystem. Experience automated logistics, improved efficiency, and sustainability in operations. Learn how LogiNext sets new industry standards! The post LogiNext Ecosystem of Last Mile Delivery appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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The Project Clinic: Assessing Project Health, Planning, and Execution

Speaker: Ketan Jahagirdar

Picture your projects as patients, each with its own unique rhythm and pulse, thriving under your care 🥼 🩺 Step into the role of an innovative project doctor in our upcoming webinar! This session is your guide to evaluating the health of your projects through Waterfall and Agile practices like Scrum and Kanban. We’ll explore the vital signs of project success through the lens of the “iron triangle” metrics, using deliverables as tracers.

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Port strike triggers industry-wide disruptions for trucking fleets

Commercial Carrier Journal

The ongoing port strike is causing significant disruptions to the supply chain and financial strain on businesses. Experts warn of rising costs, labor shortages, and capacity constraints as the strike continues.

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Shippers, Carriers Scramble to Deal with U.S. Port Workers’ Strike

Supply Chain Brain

Alternative East Coast ports — including Montreal, where half of the terminals are shut down by a strike — will not be able to handle large scale diversions.

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Stord Partners with Arrive Logistics to Deliver Best-in-Class Fulfillment and Freight Experience

Stord

Strategic partnership with leading North American Truckload Brokerage expands coverage and service for full truckload offering. ATLANTA, October 1st, 2024 — Stord , a leader in high-volume fulfillment services and commerce enablement technology for omnichannel mid-market and enterprise brands, announced a strategic partnership with Arrive Logistics to deliver best-in-class capabilities for their customers with FTL shipping needs.