The Logistics Academy

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

For example, airfreight forwarding growth in China is thought to have been robust this past year, while sea freight growth was much weaker. Nonetheless, it’s clear that the scope of these solutions, in terms of geographic coverage for example, needs to broaden in order for them to deliver value. DB Schenker and uShip, for example.

Freight forwarding 56

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World Food Programme Logistics

JUNE 15, 2020

Meet some of the women behind WFP’s technology department in South Sudan Story by Musa Mahadi and Tomson Phiri More and more females are powering WFP’s complex operations in South Sudan. In 2017 only one female worked in its IT department, now there are 10 and is likely to increase. I was motivated by WFP’s large operations.

Operations 52

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 14, 2018

For larger businesses the rule came into effect on April 6, 2017, whereas small businesses were given a longer time to prepare and will have to begin complying with its provisions on April 6, 2018. Records - Maintaining of records of communications between shippers and carriers, processes, procedures, agreements, and training.

Compliance 78

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IoT World Today

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Ovum is seeing progress in autonomous vehicles, trucks, aviation, trains, and nautical vessels. The December 2017 Ovum AI Reality (AIR) chart provides a qualitative view of progress in autonomous transport. Progress in autonomous transport is already seeing road, rail and air examples. 25, 2017 in Dubai, UAE.

Transportation 45

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 24, 2021

But whether HBWs or automated mini-load warehouses, this fact remains: after years in operation, practically no system still exists in the same form as when it first opened. For another, knowledge is lost over the years when, for example, the IT experts who still know how to work with the programming languages C and C++ retire.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

An estimated 4,200 companies made customs declarations in 2017. For example, a blanket document code to declare that no prohibitions or restrictions apply “999L” has been temporarily introduced under CDS to speed up onboarding. HMRC has tried to introduce some simplifications. Companies will need significant help to make the change”.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2020

The AOBRDs were originally grandfathered into the ELD mandate back in 2017, but are currently being targeted for an upgrade. For example, ELDs will trigger “on-duty” status for a truck that begins to move faster than 5 mph. We try to train [drivers] against this, but it does happen,” Stickling adds.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 17, 2018

Below is a comparison of 2017 vs. 2018 parameters for oversize shipments: Source: enVista. For example, if a package qualifies for oversize according to FedEx’s definition, it will receive an $80 charge (list rate). Improve Your Operations. Train and retrain operations on proper box size for product shipped.

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Bringg

JULY 4, 2018

Or, as TechCrunch described it , Amazon just launched its own UPS competitor of sorts, by offering leased vans, training and resources to those who want to drive for Amazon instead of Uber. Other retailers and delivery fleets should take note as they explore creative ways to expand their delivery reach and operational efficiency.

Resource Reduction 59

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 2, 2023

Yet, with endemic staff shortages and the demand for faster and higher velocity fulfilment increasing, there is a very real risk that safety pledges will be compromised in the drive for operational efficiency. However, it remains extremely difficult to balance escalating operational demands with safeguarding staff.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 7, 2017

This is especially true today, as what used to be four primary ocean carrier alliances transformed into three different ocean carrier alliances – taking effect on April 1, 2017. Partners within a shipping consortium agree to operate liner services along a specified route using a specified number of vessels. back to Asia).

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 10, 2020

According to Supply Chain Dive , “The number of supply chain professionals who say they’re currently using predictive analytics at their company has grown 76% from 2017 to 2019, according to a Supply Chain Dive analysis of the annual MHI Industry Report.” Train all team members on how to apply those insights.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 20, 2021

As an example of how illuminating the perfect order KPI can be, let’s look briefly at damage-free delivery as an example. In many cases, your distribution operation will incur unwanted costs to manage returns of damaged items and deliver replacements to the customers (not to mention the cost of writing off damaged inventory).

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Automotive Logistics

APRIL 23, 2019

Using the train system couples the automotive industry in China well with Europe. 13,000 trains deployed as part of CR Express initiative. Wang is deputy manager of the China-Europe Container Block Trains Department at CRIMT. 2011 – First express train between Chongqing and Duisburg (Germany). CR Express by numbers.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 12, 2021

Your liability is limited and risk are mitigated to the operations within your walls. . In this SONAR example, I want to focus on the decision of when to start a trucking company and more importantly, what type of equipment would be best to use. . Notice very little movement, with most operating around 95. So why get assets?

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 3, 2023

It is essential to both customer satisfaction and operational effectiveness. Logistics professionals are already aware that managing operations in the usual ways might not be sufficient. It is noteworthy to remark that predictive analyses in logistics can be quite beneficial, irrespective of the market.

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Freightos

APRIL 24, 2016

Did You Know That … Early examples of intermodal containers include railroads from 1830s (various sized containers), and Pennsylvania Railroad regular container service (1929). By 1973, US, European and Asian container ship operators are carrying 4 million TEUs. Loading and unloading was particularly troublesome. Significance.

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) moved 375,833 Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit containers (TEUs) in August, an 8 percent increase over August 2017. We expect this trend to continue as more customers take advantage of Garden City Terminal’s central location and efficient terminal operations.”

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 22, 2018

That’s why Mosca says it offers its customers a service network that is “truly unique in the industry” The company provides everything from maintenance, repairs, installations and relocations, to training and Technical Expert Meetings focusing on the optimization potential of strapping machines. On site in less than 3.5

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CH Robinson Logistics

MAY 27, 2021

This is similar to the rule that went into effect in the United States in December 2017, except that ELDs in the United States were allowed to be self-certified by the vendor. It applies to most carriers operating in Canada, but exemptions include vehicles that: Do short hauls within a 160-kilometer radius and return to a home base daily.

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 14, 2018

For larger businesses the rule came into effect on April 6, 2017, whereas small businesses were given a longer time to prepare and will have to begin complying with its provisions on April 6, 2018. Records – Maintaining of records of communications between shippers and carriers, processes, procedures, agreements, and training.

Compliance 28

Compliance Training Freight Maintainability 28

Logistics in War

FEBRUARY 23, 2019

More insidious is the impact of the ‘paradox of more is less’ where training and other activities are ‘paid through evanescence and self-destruction’ as people and things tire. The problems which appear in making ‘ capabilities on hand prepared for X ‘ are usually things that can be treated easily.

Modeling Software 47

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Logistics in War

OCTOBER 29, 2017

The US and its allies already have experience with these types of logistics operations. In Afghanistan, the US military has devised numerous methods to deliver fuel to outposts isolated from ground transportations and to supply fuel for air operations by pumping gas out of aircraft with engines running. [1] By Jobie Turner. Government.

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World Food Programme Logistics

MARCH 1, 2019

Training on food safety and quality (here, in Kenya) is a crucial element of school feeding programmes. WFP currently provides capacity development support to the country’s School Meals and Nutrition Strategy 2017–2022. Additionally, each school received training materials to disseminate the knowledge.

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Freightera

MAY 9, 2022

What Is The Difference Between Passenger Trains and Freight Trains. The differences between transport and freight trains are numerous, ranging from technical to operational. First off: We all know to one extent or another what passenger trains are. But what are freight trains? So let’s dive right in.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 6, 2022

The TGW experts implemented the project in record time – during ongoing operation and despite the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Retrofit during live operation. In 2017, the seasoning specialist commissioned TGW to update the warehouse management system (WMS). Intensive employee training. Everyone’s got to eat!

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Logistics Manager

MAY 1, 2018

Carriers have understandably then been keenly focused on managing costs, but the results of the second half of 2017 showed that some of them have recovered enough to a point where they can begin thinking about other investments. Training for Future Success. How do you train a new employee?

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Automotive Logistics

APRIL 26, 2018

NYK’s stevedoring subsidiary, International Car Operators (ICO), which provides processing services for the majority (480,000) of new vehicles being moved through Antwerp, says there has been continuous growth there and at its terminals in Zeebrugge port, which handled 1.56m units last year. in 2017 to a total of 14.9m

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

For example, the logistics service provider takes over the production supply for the local Mercedes plants in Rastatt and Leipzig. In Hambach, France, where the Stuttgart carmakers manufacture the Smart, Seifert has been managing plant logistics with around 100 employees on site since 2017. months,” says Wanner.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 11, 2019

Bovy, as part of a training seminar for the organization of the event. All this article explanations are going to be based on this official document, presented by a Honorary Professor of the Federal Institute of Technology of Lausanne, Philippe H. FIFA 2018 World Cup transport planning challenges and strategy. National Event vs. City Event.

Strategy 40

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Shipping and Freight Resource

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

So, we digitize information; digitalise processes and roles required for the operation of a business; and we eventually. Some examples and benefits of digitalisation in shipping are. Here is a real life example. For example, seafood products are best shipped at -20°C (-4°F) or lower.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 9, 2015

Unfortunately, this amount of time equates to a higher cost of waiting for more drivers to finish their training, thus driving up trucking rates. I think 2016 and 2017 will make 2014 look like child’s play,” Albrecht said. Operating at Capacity. Today’s freight transportation industry is operating at maximum capacity.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2016

Early examples of intermodal containers include railroads from 1830s (various sized containers), and Pennsylvania Railroad regular container service (1929). By 1973, US, European and Asian container ship operators are carrying 4 million TEUs. Example of the massive decrease in dock workers as a result of containerisation.

Supply Chain Design Software 56

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Logistics Manager

JULY 25, 2018

Schoon himself is a walking example of the dedication that Kuehne + Nagel places on their loyal employees. Coming from a German sea freight import operations role and transitioning into a customer service manager role in Hong Kong was, of course, quite a swing, especially given the fact that I was responsible for 18 staff right away.”.

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Automotive Logistics

JANUARY 2, 2019

A few weeks ahead of the December deadline, the FMCSA, responding in part to concerns from state authorities regarding enforcement training and the variety of ELD systems in the market, opted to have an initial phase-in period, with a deadline extension throughout the first quarter of 2018 for the installation of the devices.

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Automotive Logistics

JANUARY 21, 2019

In 2017, Poland produced 689,700 finished vehicles, 1.2% In 2017, finished vehicle sales in the EU increased by only 3% over the previous year, compared with growth of 7% in 2016 and more than 9% in 2015, Opala points out. up on the previous year, according to the Polish Automotive Industry Association. to 514,700 units. .

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Automotive Logistics

MARCH 25, 2019

Honda has revealed some massive changes across its operations in North America as it prepares for a surge in production of electric vehicles (EVs) and a big rise in logistics costs. Apart from the expense of installing the devices and training drivers, there has also been a loss of productivity.

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