Talking Logistics

APRIL 12, 2017

Which is why a drone took flight from the stage during Ryan’s keynote address at the Descartes Evolution 2017 Conference a couple of weeks ago and broadcast real-time video of the audience as it flew across the front of the hall. Descartes (@DescartesSG) March 28, 2017. million in FY 2017 (net income has grown from $12.0

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Jayem Logistics

AUGUST 8, 2017

IoT and the Need for Data storage: The Internet of Things (IoT) is forecasted to reach 26 billion installed devices by 2020 and definitely will impact the information available to supply chain leaders and how the supply chain operates, depending on industry and data generation with 21 billion IOT units estimated to be in use by 2020.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 21, 2017

As 2017 comes to an end, a quick thank you to all of our readers, followers, and sponsors for another great year of learning and conversation on Talking Logistics. 5 Key Trends Driving Supply Chain Innovation. 5 Key Trends Driving Supply Chain Innovation. Global Shipping Trends: What to Expect in 2017.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 10, 2017

There’s never a dull moment in this industry — always something new on the horizon, whether it’s new technologies, regulations, competitors, risks, or opportunities. In case you missed them the first time around or want to read/view them again, check out the top posts and new episodes from Q1 2017. What will tomorrow bring?

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Shipchain

APRIL 17, 2019

Trends in shipping and logistics like the rising popularity of e-commerce and blockchain technology are already changing the fabric of the industry as we know it. Read on for a more in-depth look at some of the biggest trends in shipping and logistics taking place this year. . Further benefits of A.I,

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PINC

OCTOBER 14, 2019

Here are the top trucking trends that all shippers should be aware of, according to The American Transportation Research Institute. A perennial top industry issue, the driver shortage ranked as the industry’s top concern for the second consecutive year in 2018, according to ATRI. It also had 12 owner-operators.

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WorkWave

JANUARY 4, 2022

We’ve curated the most relevant and up-to-date information for you based on data and trends from the past few years. These past few years haven’t been “regular” to say the least, yet they’ve shaped the industry into where it is today and guided the future of this fast-paced industry. Ghost Kitchens For the Win. through 2023.

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Jayem Logistics

FEBRUARY 3, 2018

Digital Technology up-gradation has taken supply chain industry in to next level and it created high transformation. the upcoming trends in logistics sector are Robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine-Learning algorithms. Let’s go for some trends in 2018 now. Block chain-. Rise of Elastic Logistics-. Million sq.

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Logistics in War

JUNE 3, 2023

ii] As a result of this divestment, operational contracting, corporate financing and support, and transnational supply chains have become so embedded in the American way of war, that is difficult to see how the US Army could conduct expeditionary operations without commercial support.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Since 2014, the shipping industry has suffered numerous setbacks. Rebounding freight volumes and the proximity of the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate are set to change the industry in 2017, reports Sean Kilcarr of FleetOwner. But, the most significant impacts of 2017 will be felt in these four areas. .

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Bringg

AUGUST 5, 2020

This post looks at how click & collect works, why demand for it is trending now, and what retailers can do to ensure click & collect experiences that are also good for their business. While interest in click & collect is not new, 2020 saw a massive spike in demand and turned it into one of the hottest retail trends.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 7, 2022

Meili Robots has come up with a list of 7 of the main robotics trends and predictions for 2022. Yes, it really is impossible to start an article related to trends and predictions for 2022 without talking about the Covid-19 pandemic. Let’s have a look at some of the biggest robotics trends and predictions for 2022.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2017

We will feature over the next 4 business days each category's most viewed posts over the course of 2017. These will only contain posts written in 2017. There were approximately 220 blog posts in 2017, and over 360,000 page views on those posts alone. The Top 10 Supply Chain Blog Posts from 2017. Share This: Read More. [e-Book]

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

In all likelihood, robots by then will have acquired dexterity almost equivalent to a human’s and will be capable of operating in standard warehouses, with aisles and racks. With automation replacing expensive manual labour, operating costs will be slashed and many of the advantages of offshore outsourcing will fall away.

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Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

The ability to operate in emerging domains such as ‘space’ and ‘cyber’, act in the ‘grey zone’, or investments in new technologies from hypersonic weaponry to automation and AI are seen as offsets to potential adversaries. The successful delivery of the ULAC has been greatly beneficial for both the Army and BAE Systems Australia.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

2017 will be the year of renewed focus and interest in adopting newer transportation management systems (TMSs) to boost productivity and find the biggest cost savings among shipping transportation providers. 7 Trends Propelling TMS Solutions to Center Stage. 7 Trends Propelling TMS Solutions to Center Stage.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Aside from the new administration, Amazon’s supply chain continued push deeper into new and existing markets will define additional trends in the supply chain throughout the coming year. Fortunately, these five trends may alleviate some of the strains of competition by giving supply chain partners an advantage in the global market.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 28, 2017

Amazon reported its Q2 2017 results yesterday. Shyp is reducing headcount and suspending all operations outside of SF (TechCrunch). Ryder Reports Second Quarter 2017 Results. In the quest to transform and disrupt the logistics industry, you will have some winners and you will have a lot more losers.

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247 Customs Broker

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

The fourth quarter of 2017 and the calendar year over all were very solid for United States industrial real estate activity, according to research recently issued by Chicago-based industrial real estate firm JLL. Two of the biggest takeaways of the research, entitled “First Look at Industrial,” focused on the U.S.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2018

It’s that time when idle chatter at the office Christmas lunch turns to debating what next year will bring, especially among logistics and supply chain professionals, for whom it seems every New Year brings new challenges, trends, and disruptive innovations. The 7 Trends for Supply Chain Pros to Watch in 2018.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 24, 2017

Moving on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Walmart Secures Patent for Drones to Carry Products Inside Stores (Digital Trends). MercuryGate Launches Industry First – A Logistics Integrator Program to Address Specific Shipper Requirements around Design, Delivery, Operation and Transfer of TMS Capabilities.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Shipping rates will continue to soar, and demand for more capacity will push the stretched industry to its breaking point, says Michael Angell of Freight Waves. Capacity Will Tighten Further Capacity has run at nearly 100-percent utilization since the 2017 hurricane season.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

INTTRA Unveils a New Suite of Applications Boosting Operational Effectiveness. Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 15, 2017. Sticker price was not announced, but Musk said total operating costs will be at least 20 percent less than for diesel trucks. Chainalytics Expands Service into Ocean Transportation Management.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 11, 2017

Download "The Current State of Manufacturing to Better Manage Logistics & Supply Chain Operations" E-Book. Every new year we write about the most important trends to pay attention to for the year on our blog. We will, again, in 2017, write about the trends to look out for in these main categories.

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Trinity Logistics

JANUARY 9, 2018

It’s no doubt that 2017 brought some big changes to the logistics and supply chain world. With the implementation of new regulations and political shifts that have taken place, 2017 saw a lot of ups and downs. As we put the year behind us, let’s talk about some of the biggest logistics trends to watch for in 2018. Let us know!

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Transporeon

DECEMBER 4, 2016

Ocean freight rates are expected to increase significantly in 2017 Based on a survey conducted by our benchmarking partners Xeneta , more than half (56%) of the respondents expect rates to increase while 44% believe rates will remain stable. Most importantly, no one expects that rates will decline in 2017.

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Freightera

JANUARY 10, 2017

Lower cost, highly efficient transport companies will continue to outperform in 2017. As this trend continues there will be less room in the market for highly expensive, inefficient, highly polluting transport companies. In 2017 highly efficient firms will continue to source as locally as possible.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 19, 2017

2017 is projected to be a year in which more shippers break out of the mold, embracing newer transportation management systems ( TMSs ). Unfortunately, this means predictions for adoption rates in 2017 would be likely to remain in this range. It is in your best interest to implement a TMS now, and 2017 is the year to do it.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

I learned that fact (and many more important things) at the Command Alkon ELEVATE 2017 conference in New Orleans this week. Self-operating shuttle bus crashes after Las Vegas launch (SFGate). Elemica Delivers Predictive Visibility to Global Industrial Supply Chains. How Many Robots Does It Take to Fill a Grocery Order?

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Last month, I attended and spoke at the Command Alkon ELEVATE 2017 conference , where I learned many things about the Heavy Building Materials (HBM) industry. So, what are some of the data challenges the industry faces? Cement is one of the raw materials that goes into making concrete, which is the finished product.

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United World Transporation

MARCH 21, 2019

As you’re probably already aware, the income for owner-operators tended to hit a bit of a slump toward the end of 2018 as temperatures cooled down and US/Canadian roads became more hazardous to drive on. Alas, ups and downs are inevitable in the vast majority of industries, and trucking is no exception.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 1, 2017

I am one of the keynote speakers, along with two-time gold medalist and FIFA World Cup winner Mia Hamm, Bill Driegert (Chief Innovation Officer at Otto), and Jon Dorenbos (two-time NFL Pro Bowler with the Philadelphia Eagles and a finalist last year on America’s Got Talent).

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 1, 2017

It’s December 1, the beginning of the end of 2017. As the Wall Street Journal reported yesterday, “Resurgent demand in the long-stagnant industrial sector and a big seasonal boost in e-commerce are pushing more goods through shipping networks on the land, water and air, say operators who expect the strengthening U.S.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MARCH 2, 2020

But it’s not just new technology shaping the future of logistics: It’s also emerging business models and new industry players. With more flexible operations, they can offer more agile pricing and provide quotes faster, while championing transparency.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 18, 2017

As I prepared my keynote presentation for the BluJay Solutions’ SOAR 2017 conference , I recalled this experience and saw it as a good metaphor for the difficulties many companies are having today responding effectively to the blizzard of supply chain management.

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Transporeon

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

And just in time: We’ve seen some interesting bidding trends over the last year or so, especially in the domestic trucking industry, where: 2017-2018’s lack of trucking capacity—a large part of shippers’ bidding activity—meant shippers went to bid not only earlier, but in much greater volume than previous years (a 15% YOY increase in 2018).

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 1, 2018

Swedish cargo airline West Atlantic saw strong revenue growth in full year 2017, mainly generated from the contract with Royal Mail and the rise in e-commerce traffic. Six B737-400Fs were put in service, of which five were delivered on long term operating lease agreements.

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