Freightera

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

It’s been a busy beginning of the year 2019 for us at Freightera. Just a few amazing examples here for you to see! The post A 2019 Start Update appeared first on Freightera Blog. Happy New Year once again, dear blog reader, this time it’s a Lunar New Year celebration! Off to a Good Start. Nope, not so. We’ve Made Headlines.

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Logistics Manager

JANUARY 14, 2020

RECAPING 2019. In 2019, cars were one of the cargos which dramatically reduced in numbers, according to Lt. However, we still have advantages, for example in labor quality,” exampled Lt. During the past year, only 80,000 TEUs were transshipment cargo, which is only 1% of 2019’s port throughput of 8.1 Mokekhaw, “1.2

Optimization Software 36

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Kearney and a presenter of CSCMP’s 30 th Annual State of Logistics Report, and Shanton Wilcox, partner at Infosys Consulting , which produces the 24 th Annual Third-Party Logistics Study : The State of Logistics Outsourcing. Penske Logistics sponsors both studies. So far in 2019, economic indicators are giving mixed signs.

Supply Chain Planning Software 36

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Conger

MARCH 25, 2020

We analyzed 6,220 forklift repair service calls to answer the question: What are the most common forklift issues in 2019? Overall, we counted 1,269 leak-related issues in all of 2019, accounting for 20.4% Overall, we counted 944 travel and lift-related issues in 2019, making up 15.18% of all work orders surveyed. Let’s dive in.

Survey 55

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Talking Logistics

MAY 6, 2019

Our 2018 study tells us a greater percentage of Above Average Performers have “High Confidence” in inventory accuracy across all supply chain nodes compared to Average & Below Performers. Source: Omni-Channel Logistics Leaders: 5 Key Insights to Improve Inventory Performance for 2019. The Inventory Accuracy “Confidence Gap”.

Optimal Sourcing 83

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 25, 2019

According to the American Trucking Associations, for example, there will be a shortage of 174,000 drivers by 2026 if current trends continue. However, a new study conducted by Stephen V. Burks and Kristen Monaco titled “ Is the U.S. labor market for truck drivers broken? ” (Monthly Labor Review, U.S.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 28, 2023

billion volume of 2019. companies opening factories in Mexico, for example, nor investment in private real estate. Since 2019—typically considered prepandemic—American imports of Mexican manufactured goods rose more than 25% to $402 billion, according to data from consulting firm A.T. That was down from a record $5.6

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

The study’s economic impact model found that activities carried out by customers operating across the entire Prologis UK portfolio, which includes 22 Prologis Parks in the Midlands, South East and London, make a significant contribution to the national economy , with goods flowing through the buildings equivalent to approximately 2.6%

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Freightos

MARCH 4, 2020

This trend moved forward in exciting ways in 2019. For example: CH Robinson launched Freightquote – This platform takes aim at SMBs enabling simple online search and e-booking across multiple US trucking carriers. Robinson all rolled out new digital tools in 2019. DB Schenker, Hapag-Lloyd and C. About the Research.

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Women in Trucking

JANUARY 5, 2020

When recruiting, for example, consider the aspects of driving that appeal most to women as well as areas of concern. For example, 74 percent of women use Facebook, according to a 2018 Pew Research Study. This article was originally featured in Edition 3 of 2019 in our official magazine, Redefining The Road.

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IoT World Today

MAY 14, 2020

After many pilots and proofs of concept, more AR initiatives could move into production, according to a Boston Consulting Group and PTC study. . That 2019 study on the state of industrial AR trends estimated that 68% of enterprise AR initiatives could go into production within 12 months.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Even before the arrival of the pandemic, the global e-learning market was expanding at an astonishing rate, with a 2019 study estimating that it would reach $336.98 The study showed that upwards of 30 percent of American students enrolled in at least one online course in 2018. Campus Study or Online Learning?

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

Our 2018- 2019 Network Design Survey showed that the majority of organizations are still relying on spreadsheets (nearly 60%) and gut feel (15%) to make network design decisions. You can study optimal sourcing locations while minimizing both production and distribution costs. Read on for common use cases. .

Scenario Planning 144

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Trans Global Auto Logistics

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Forbes magazine cites a study by the Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR) that determined over 9,000 trade shows were held in 2019, contributing to over 100 billion dollars in US GDP. For example, buyers can’t handle expensive items, such as cars, in person.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 25, 2022

After a thorough executive search in 2019, Brook Furniture Rental brought Nathan Sanders to the helm as chief operations officer. For example, a truck might be scheduled to make three stops for customers A, B, and C, in that order. Mr. Sanders was involved in the time studies. “I Then, the route itself is optimized. The Results.

Digital 134

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Kearney and a presenter of CSCMP’s 30 th Annual State of Logistics Report, and Shanton Wilcox, partner at Infosys Consulting , which produces the 24 th Annual Third-Party Logistics Study : The State of Logistics Outsourcing. Penske Logistics sponsors both studies. So far in 2019, economic indicators are giving mixed signs. "If

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

In a study of logistics providers conducted by Fraunhofer IML, only 36% of organizations reported that they had a clear overall plan for digital transformation. In fact, IT spend as a percent of business capex crossed over the prior ~10 year average in 2019 and we see that trend extending in early 2020.”. A Positive Example.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 7, 2020

The study, conducted between September 2019 and January 2020, is based on a poll of 459 intralogistics specialists, two thirds of whom hold management positions and act as so-called “decision-makers”. However, the mix also included representatives from the retail trade and the chemical and plastics industries, for example.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MARCH 12, 2020

It is for example the case of the online website and app (ranked 26th on the French Apple Store!) In five years, the number of employees of this company went up to more than 800, with a turnover around 100 million euros in 2019. called « Doctolib ». It can help reducing queues but can it entirely delete it?

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 13, 2021

compared to 2019 (in tonnes). compared to 2020 and equals the throughput of the first 6 months of 2019. compared to 2019. For example, Eucon, an Irish shipper, has expanded its shortsea sailings from Antwerp to Ireland with an additional ship, mainly between Antwerp and Dublin. Conventional breakbulk has grown by 41.2%

Cost Reduction 69

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Now, That's Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

But the economy may face some headwinds in 2019—making the year one of transition for retailers, who may need bold moves if they want to set themselves up for success in the future.”. Despite the growth in online purchasing, recent studies suggest that millennials and Gen Z consumers also enjoy the physical shopping experience.”.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

Journal of Commerce’s William Cassidy urges shippers to avoid setting their hopes too high for any relief in 2019. Cassidy writes, “After rising by double digits in 2018, US contract truckload rates could rise a more modest 5 percent on average in 2019.” Consider the potential savings.

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ShipLilly

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

from August 2019. For example, carriers have cut per diem times. For example, the latest volume data (July) as reported by Container Trades Statistics (CTS) show a 1.9% For example, SCFI average spot rate levels from Shanghai to North Europe last week stood at $1,054 per TEU. This comes as US import demand soars.

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World Food Programme Logistics

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

During the event, two winners of the WFP Children’s Design Competition 2019, Aloka Gunasingha and Sanjana Lahiruni Gunathilaka, received their awards. The winning drawings of WFP Children’s Design Competition 2019 by Aloka Gunasinghe (left) and Sanjana Lahiruni Guathilaka (right).

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

Our 2018- 2019 Network Design Survey showed that the majority of organizations are still relying on spreadsheets (nearly 60%) and gut feel (15%) to make network design decisions. You can study optimal sourcing locations while minimizing both production and distribution costs. Read on for common use cases. .

Scenario Planning 71

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 3, 2021

With all that in mind, I thought I’d share some examples of the highs and lows of online and in-store retail that enterprises have endured between late 2019 and early 2021, and highlight some of the most notable changes in the retail supply chain arena during that period. That was the question I considered in my 2019 article.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2020

1] In the US, the number of women-owned businesses increased by 21% between 2014 and 2019, outpacing the overall growth of businesses by 11% [2]. A further study by the benchmarking firm Hackett Group found that, on average, supplier diversity programs can add $3.6 2] American Express, 2019 State of Women-Owned Businesses Report.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2020

1] In the US, the number of women-owned businesses increased by 21% between 2014 and 2019, outpacing the overall growth of businesses by 11% [2]. A further study by the benchmarking firm Hackett Group found that, on average, supplier diversity programs can add $3.6 2] American Express, 2019 State of Women-Owned Businesses Report.

Supply Chain Software 36

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 1, 2021

A prime example is our 2019 FLTA Safe Site Award winners Kellogg’s. Members receive access to invaluable tools, exclusive resources, case studies with actionable tips, and advice on easy, affordable site improvements. “Investing in safety is an investment in the business and its future. safe-user-group.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 2, 2018

John Langley, a professor at Pennsylvania State University and author of the 23 rd Annual Third-Party Logistics Study: The State of Logistics Outsourcing, and Balika Sonthalia, a vice president at A.T. The 3PL Study is produced by Dr. Langley and Infosys. percent through 2019 to reach a size of $195 billion. Please visit www.3PLStudy.com

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Women in Trucking

MAY 25, 2020

who addressed the topic in her presentation at the 2019 Accelerate! Studies show that the higher men’s awareness of gender bias, the more likely they are to recognize the importance of achieving gender equality.” Conference & Expo. Championing Professional Development Jim Taber, National Account Manager at Arrow Truck Sales Inc.,

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Freight Center

JANUARY 30, 2020

The American Trucking Research Institute (ATRI) recently published its annual Critical Issues in the Trucking Industry for 2019. In addition, corridors where drivers say the shortages are most critical have been identified in numerous state studies. However, working fewer hours can cause costly delays. Hours of Service (HOS).

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 18, 2019

We just finished our conference, Descartes Evolution 2019, where the theme was Transforming the Customer Experience. Visibility, however, has a much broader meaning, and this is a great example of other ways to apply the visibility concept.

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Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

This is not only fulfilled by an analysis by ‘force exploration’ undertaken within the Integrated Investment Plan, but a detailed study of strategic concepts for operations and the logistics requirements necessary for them to occur. For example, the US national security community uses the term ‘defense technology and industrial base’. [6]

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World Food Programme Logistics

APRIL 22, 2020

Photo: Karel Prinsloo/Arete/UN Mozambique While many students were still failing to enrol at school or to attend classes, things started to change when the WFP food assistance arrived in October 2019. School enrolments rose from 3,004 students in 2019 to 3,359 in 2020. School feeding encourages girls to study.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Mini Case Study: Walmart. Walmart may be the most famous example of a company that has succeeded primarily because of a well-developed and aligned supply chain strategy. Mini Case Study: Whirlpool. So if you want to be sure of business success, review your supply chain strategy. SEE ALSO: Supply Chain Strategy Development. .

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 9, 2019

Mini Case Study: Walmart. Walmart may be the most famous example of a company that has succeeded primarily because of a well-developed and aligned supply chain strategy. Mini Case Study: Whirlpool. So if you want to be sure of business success, review your supply chain strategy. SEE ALSO: Supply Chain Strategy Development.

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