Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. That compared with just 2 percent in 2018. The data shows that only 60 percent of its shipments came from China during the same period, down from 80 percent in 2018. The post This Week in Logistics News (November 25 – December 1) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

The logistics industry faces a huge battle in 2018. However, logistics professionals can get ahead of the curve by knowing what trends to expect in the coming year that will require a reevaluation of logistics strategy in 2018. The Ultimate Guide to Last Mile & White Glove Logistics. Download ebook.

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Ship Monk

JULY 12, 2023

Josh, a California native, brings an extensive range of distinguished technology expertise and a proven record of enterprise leadership to bolster ShipMonk’s position as a global leader within the ecommerce logistics and fulfillment industry. What drew you into the world of technology-based logistics?

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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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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 6, 2021

The G-Log 2 data logger from Germany-based Aspion GmbH is the first shock recorder on the market to implement the continuous shock/vibration test of the European transport standard EN IEC 60721-3-2:2018 with its 2M4/2M5/2M6 classes during transportation.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 3, 2023

Perkins joined PERC in 2015 as Chief Business Development Officer and was promoted to Chief Operating Officer before the Council named him President and CEO in 2018. There are many challenges facing the transportation and logistics industry regarding reducing greenhouse gas emissions and meeting sustainability goals.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2017

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 coming year. Conferences are a great example of peer-to-peer learning in action, but with so many supply chain and logistics conferences available, how do you decide which ones to attend?

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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. As we put the year behind us, let’s talk about some of the biggest logistics trends to watch for in 2018. The driver shortage has been a long-time topic of concern and will continue to be in 2018. Elastic Logistics.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 15, 2018

In the meantime, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Home Depot Sets $1.2 Driver pay has surged so far in 2018, NTI reports, with gains expected to continue (CCJ). Capstone Logistics acquires LoadDelivered, Logistical Labs (CCJ). Billion Supply-Chain Overhaul (WSJ – sub.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Since I’ll be speaking in three sessions at next week’s CSCMP Edge 2018 conference , I’ll be busy today finalizing my preparations. So, without further delay, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Walmart, Sam’s Club Start Mandating Suppliers Use IBM Blockchain (Bloomberg).

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 28, 2018

That then allows us to create more of that kind of content for our award-winning blog This year we will feature the top blog posts by page views in the following categories: Manufacturing , Logistics , Freight , and the Supply Chain. ” Today’s post will cover the top 9 freight blogs from 2018. Share This: Read More.

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Forto

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

The quality of work in effective management logistics and freight forwarding is more critical than ever. Shippers must meet growing customer expectations. They must meet stringent cybersecurity initiatives. It’s nearly impossible to ensure success through the rest of 2018. A 20-Second Logistics Industry Overview.

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Now, That's Logistics

JANUARY 26, 2018

If you want to meet with shippers, carriers, port officials, 3PLs, freight forwarders, government officials, and more, then you must be here. In fact, we’re not just at this event, Jochen Thewes, Chairman of the Board of Managemen Schenker AG, is a keynote speaker at JOC’s TPM 2018. March 04 – 07, 2018. Save Save.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 1, 2018

Earlier this month, at the BluJay Solutions SOAR 2018 Conference , I had a new headshot taken, courtesy of FourKites (one of the conference sponsors). Moving on, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: White House to Impose Metal Tariffs on E.U., June 1, 2018: A New Day That Will Live in Infamy?

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

In anticipation of the 2018 holiday shopping season , transportation trucking, including Less-Than-Truckload (LTL), Full Truckload (FT), Parcel, and intermodal, will increase in value. Therefore, the ability to meet this demand requires a well-connected supply chain that can respond with LTL shipments as necessary.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 29, 2018

The 2018 supply chain conference season kicked off for me last week. at the SMC3 Jump Start 2018 conference in Atlanta, GA. Stronger Economic Growth in 2018. Jeff Berman from Logistics Management wrote a nice article summarizing my talk, so I encourage you to read his writeup. LTL Meets Real-time Visibility.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 5, 2018

And that is why on November 3, together with my Logistics Leaders for T1D Cure teammates, I will be riding 100 miles in support of JDRF to help us find a cure. So, I have a small ask: It doesn’t cost you anything to access the posts and videos we publish on Talking Logistics, thanks to our sponsors. E2open Acquires Cloud Logistics.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

With the rise of e-commerce, the value of logistics has grown. Logistics professionals can no longer simply go about standard operations, and the days of peaks and lulls have ended. The Top Logistics Trends that Will Impact Logistics Management in 2018. Variable Logistics Operations Will Become Standard.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 11, 2020

.” This was the conclusion of the CEO of BLG, Frank Dreeke, in his report on the 2019 business year to the 140th general shareholders meeting of Bremer Lagerhaus-Gesellschaft AG. It was the first virtual general shareholders meeting of BLG Logistics. in the reporting year was only slightly below that of 2018.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 22, 2018

Shifting gears, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: CVS Adds Home Delivery With Help From Post Office (WSJ – sub. Nestlé and XPO Logistics Build a Digital Warehouse of the Future in the UK. CSCMP’s State of Logistics Report Shows Stronger U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 12, 2022

I read earlier this week that pressure on the supply of critical materials will continue to mount as road transport electrification expands to meet net-zero ambitions. In a recent report, IEA indicated that global battery and mineral supply chains need to expand ten-fold to meet projected critical minerals needs by 2030. 7-Eleven Inc.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 8, 2022

This is that place where your passions meet purpose. in February 2018. Children’s Miracle Network, Walmart Raise Awareness For Children’s Hospitals with “Champions Across America” The Logistics of Logistics Podcast. Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube. Walmart LinkedIn.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 26, 2018

Drones, driverless vehicles, and global trade all made the headlines in this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Teamsters Tell UPS: No Drones or Driverless Trucks (WSJ – sub. Alibaba’s logistics arm works on driverless technology as automation pace picks up (South China Morning Post).

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Last November, executives from all segments of the Heavy Building Materials (HBM) ecosystem got together at the inaugural Leadership Roundtable meeting organized by Command Alkon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to discuss a couple of simple questions: Are there opportunities to elevate the performance of the HBM industry?

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Mazars Ledger

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

SMEs entering new foreign markets should pay close attention to efficient logistics—including finding a balance between outsourcing these functions and… The post SMEs and Global Growth: Meeting Logistics Challenges appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

It’s been a busy couple of weeks in the supply chain and logistics realm, with lots of news related to global trade and technology. XPO Logistics Announces Consumer-Friendly Last Mile Tracking of Heavy Goods through Google Search. China’s Geek+ raises $150M to build robots for warehouses and logistics (TechCrunch).

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 31, 2018

I’m on borrowed time this morning, so let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week, which was dominated by M&A, new startups, and investments news. As an industry analyst, I have had the opportunity to see MercuryGate (a Talking Logistics sponsor) grow and evolve over the past 18 years.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 15, 2022

What does this have to do with logistics you ask? And now on to this week’s logistics news: Alphabet’s Wing Develops Fleet of New Drones for More Efficient Package Delivery. But Wing is developing a robust R&D pipeline so the company can be prepared with a bunch of different aircraft that can meet different use cases.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 17, 2018

With the 2018 General Rate Increase (GRI), FedEx and UPS are further “tightening the vise” for oversize packages. Below is a comparison of 2017 vs. 2018 parameters for oversize shipments: Source: enVista. Steps for Minimizing the Effects of the 2018 Oversize Changes. What Has Changed? Who is Most Affected?

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Logistics in War

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Thankyou, once again, for supporting Logistics In War. The last year has been one in which logistics has featured in debates on strategic competition, advancements in modernisation, and with discussions on the professionalisation of logisticians. By David Beaumont. I hope it has met your expectations. It is part of the art of command.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

LTL peak season takes place during the holiday shopping season each year, and if last year’s shoppers are any indicator, the LTL peak season for 2018 will excel past all records. Freight rates are up in anticipation of the 2018 peak shipping season. Reverse logistics. According to William B. Get Your Free Copy Here. Stay tuned.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 8, 2023

Modwen Logistics, one of the UK’s leading logistics developers and managers and a Blackstone portfolio company, has delivered three new sustainable, modern warehouse units totalling 157,000 sq.ft of space already delivered to meet local demand. Modwen Logistics are doing to bring quality jobs to my ward and beyond.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 19, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. The logistics provider has already deployed 3,000 AMRs globally with over 2,000 in North America. The logistics provider will use the expanded fleet to improve worker productivity, order accuracy, speed, and efficiency. The audit determined that CPW emitted 1.2 billion, up 0.9

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 23, 2018

For the fifth year in a row, Trinity Logistics has been named to Food Logistics’ Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers list in 2018. It’s an honor to be recognized by Food Logistics for the fifth year in a row,” said Billy Banning, President of Trinity Logistics. “In About Food Logistics. Get a quote today!

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Talking Logistics

MAY 4, 2018

In the meantime, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Richard Branson’s Virgin Hyperloop partners with backer DP World to launch logistics startup (TechCrunch). Logistics leader Prologis to acquire DCT Industrial for $8.4 . – or around 550 million every year. What is it?

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 6, 2018

As I look for my gloves and earmuffs, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Trade dispute escalates as Trump threatens $100 billion more in China tariffs (Reuters). The post This Week in Logistics News (April 2-6, 2018) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Shipchain

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Dear Community, As 2018 begins to wind down, we want to give you a sneak peek at some of the exciting things we’ve been working on—some fantastic updates that we have for you today—and the major milestones we can’t wait to share with you in January. The past few months have been a whirlwind! Tech Updates.

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