Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 2, 2021

With the visibility solution, the company is able to develop a plan for warehouse labor that insures when a load comes in, that workers are ready to unload the truck, or when an outbound truck is scheduled at a dock, the pallets are staged and ready to be loaded. But, also, where is the information that needs to flow with the truck.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 11, 2015

We conclude our series on supplier quality management (SQM) today with a look at some case studies and examples of benefits derived from the application of a supplier quality management system. Examples and Case Studies from the Implementation of a Supplier Quality Management System. The reality is that their success is in our hands.”.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MARCH 13, 2023

The field of logistics is no exception, with the need to automate the recollection, cleaning and preparation of forecast and inventory data, as well as to program robots in warehouses. Continuing with the previous example, the design of the information would depend on how we are interested in obtaining it.

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United World Transporation

OCTOBER 3, 2019

We are more than halfway through the year, and many are eagerly looking forward to what 2020 will have in store for the refrigerated trucking industry. We all know that capacity crunch was the topic of 2018, and that it loosened up into 2019 with more drivers/trucks becoming available. So, what can we expect?

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Turvo

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Truck driver retention is important for a healthy fleet, but hard schedules and bad working conditions can cause high turnover. Historically, as evidenced by a 2019 poll by the American Transportation Research Institute, turnover rates in the trucking business are substantially greater than in most occupations (ATRI).

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Today begins our series about electronic data interchange or EDI in transportation. What is Electronic Data Interchange? First we must understand and get on the same page of what is Electronic Data Interchange, or EDI, as it is not only used in the transportation industry. How does Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Work?

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

By analysing data to determine areas affected by late deliveries. Adding artificial intelligence into TMS systems allows operators to mine a trove of additional data, such as weather conditions and traffic congestion, to improve performance even further. By identifying potential multi-stop routes. Warehouse Management Systems.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Japan faces a labour shortage impact in 2024 as new overtime regulations for truck drivers come into force. Robots load and unload cargo In Japan, the average annual working hours for a heavy truck driver were 2,568, which is 444 hours longer than the national average for all jobs – labour ministry data from 2022 reveal.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Inclement weather or another force majeure – Winter storms, tornadoes, flash floods, hurricanes, earthquakes, and wildfires are just a few examples of the things Mother Nature can dish out that lead to delivery delays. Damaged packages – Sometimes it’s the shipping label that either gets knocked off or becomes illegible while in transit.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 26, 2024

While you may not be in the business of selling combustible materials, like lithium for example, all sorts of toys, electronics, and household items contain lithium-ion batteries, from cordless toothbrushes to vaping devices. Hazmat Classifications There are nine classifications for hazardous materials, with a few examples of each.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 3, 2021

An SCCN can also access pertinent third-party data feeds. Solutions that fall under the definition of SCCN would include EDI VANs (electronic data interchange value added networks), industry marketplaces, and collaborative supply chain applications that are built on public cloud architectures. That improves warehouse operations.

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Envase Technologies

APRIL 5, 2022

When the truck driver gets into their truck, they open up the Envase app, and from there they’ll look at their dispatch, they’ll confirm it, and that will automatically send a message back to Envase’s TMS,” says Ping Burke, VP Sales and Operations for Tradelink Transport.

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Conger

JULY 6, 2023

Be able to read and interpret forklift data plates. Identify the Equipment and Operators: You’ll need to be clear on the various types of forklifts and other powered industrial trucks in your workplace. Documentation of training experience. Documentations of prior forklift training undertakings in other places.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 4, 2021

Among the shipper of choice tips, offering reliable delivery windows with accurate and on-time truck arrival, communications, and proper documentation will significantly strengthen that reputation. The best examples of shippers of choice provide services along several trucking routes. Download the White Paper.

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Shipchain

AUGUST 24, 2018

In the age of global transaction processing, blockchain is the undisputed leader in traceability and visibility, and as per FleetOwner magazine , shippers need to think about how blockchain and trucking can interact to move product faster, reduce costs, and create other huge benefits. Problems With Traditional Trucking Practices.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2021

But we can’t document the ROI or other benefits at this point. The theory is that as more and more devices throughout the supply chain and manufacturing process become part of the ‘Internet of Things,’ they will produce an incredibly rich data stream that will send signals in real-time to trigger a wide variety of events.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Old fashioned systems (manual data entry): Digital systems are a necessity in the modern world of commerce. For example, digital systems eliminate time spent completing tedious paper forms or manually transferring data from documents into spreadsheets or data-management applications.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 20, 2021

You see, the set of primary data needed to keep an airliner aloft is (apparently) relatively simple—and the same is true of running a supply chain organisation. These key metrics become your organisation’s “multi-function display” and give you the primary data needed to monitor and manage “normal flight conditions.”

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

“Cutting-edge integrations allow for the real-time bilateral sharing of information so cargo owners can be kept informed on status updates, document sharing, ETAs, and more,” he adds. The ability to have onboard monitoring systems, both for the truck and for the trailer, has helped make things safer and more efficient.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 22, 2022

Things like inaccurate inventory data, redundant processes and mis-picks all waste time. For example: Your inventory manager likely wants better accuracy of the quantity and location of inventory. Picking (in batches, by expiry date or by location, for example). Step 3: Develop a plan for ERP.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 22, 2022

Things like inaccurate inventory data, redundant processes and mis-picks all waste time. For example: Your inventory manager likely wants better accuracy of the quantity and location of inventory. Picking (in batches, by expiry date or by location, for example). Step 3: Develop a plan for ERP.

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Shipchain

MARCH 13, 2019

Logistics Applications of Blockchain Maintain Data for All Parties. Logistics applications of blockchain all derive from maintaining an incorruptible data resource. For example, initiating a recall is streamlined through blockchain by showing all movements of affected shipments. Trucks in the U.S.

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ShipLilly

JULY 7, 2021

Driver dissapointed in cabin of big modern truck. Although cargo theft is an ongoing problem for the trucking industry throughout the season, it makes sense that criminals would escalate their efforts when high value products are being imported and exported. Thefts can also occur on truck stops and in unsecured yards.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2023

Build the next generation of supply chain solutions, today The year ahead represents nothing less than a golden opportunity to accelerate the creation of automated, interconnected and collaborative global supply chains that span transportation, warehouses, stores, trucks and more. Reduced working capital. Faster order-to-cash.

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WorkWave

AUGUST 31, 2021

For example, a majority of veterans possess skills that would be perfect for a career in truck driving. Truck driving is a career that isn’t for everyone, but is a perfect match for veterans who are seeking excellent benefits, a flexible work schedule, and job security. Military Veteran Skills Valued by the Trucking Industry.

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RPA Labs

AUGUST 5, 2021

Automated Data Entry. Automation in logistics for data entry is a fully loaded topic. It can be extremely useful for sharing details regarding containers and shipment status, but there are other opportunities for automated data entry to make an impact. Appointments might vary based on the type of mode in question.

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RPA Labs

AUGUST 5, 2021

Automated Data Entry. Automation in logistics for data entry is a fully loaded topic. It can be extremely useful for sharing details regarding containers and shipment status, but there are other opportunities for automated data entry to make an impact. Appointments might vary based on the type of mode in question.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 29, 2022

They got those documents quickly, and then got them in the hands of all employees and suppliers in 24 hours. Examples of third-party data would include weather forecasts, sustainability ratings, or D&Bs on a company’s financial viability. One of the players in this market, Resilinc, is monitoring 105 million data sources.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 7, 2022

Megan Broccoli, who is the CEO and founder of Voi, is able to document the incredible hassle and administrative burden associated with these kinds of fines because her company works to help carriers solve these problems. A normal person can park downtown New Yor City, for example, overrun the meter and very likely not get fined.”

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2018

For example, a U.S. At a minimum, companies will need to be familiar with these most common documents: Bill of Lading (BOL) – A bill of lading is an essential document for any freight shipment. In Mexico, the basic Mexican import document is the pedimento de importacion. Bills of lading for U.S. It is used by the U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2021

But we can’t document the ROI or other benefits at this point. The theory is that as more and more devices throughout the supply chain and manufacturing process become part of the ‘Internet of Things,’ they will produce an incredibly rich data stream that will send signals in real-time to trigger a wide variety of events.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MARCH 12, 2021

The technology will enable manufacturers, suppliers, customers, auditors, warehouse managers and others in the supply chain to create a transparent and efficient system for recording transactions, tracking assets and managing documents. IoT will help eliminate shipping delays, operator errors, and cargo loss and theft.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 27, 2024

From bin to bot to truck, we’ve invested in only the best technology to achieve that growth for you. ShipMonk’s 3PL software , for example, is time-saving automation at its finest. Since the system utilizes several different types of data points in the process (size, order volume, etc.),

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 18, 2018

Considering we have had spreadsheets, PDF documents, and other electronic representations of the supply chain for years, what makes a “digitized” supply chain different? This enables data to be entered only once, with the inherent reduction in manual effort, cost, and errors, so it can be used to collaboratively manage the supply chain.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 22, 2018

Imagine moving cargo across continents as smoothly as computers process data. Data-centric freight exchanges and intelligent multimodal cross-docking hubs will allow haulers to move cargo effortlessly by road, rail, sea and air and seamlessly change carrier, or even transport mode, in real time.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

That would enable the printing of manifests and proof-of-delivery documents by shipment, to be issued to the delivery crews the following day, and the picking documents for the warehouse. Big Data and Analytics With the latest analytics technology, you can further refine your fleet’s efficiency and plan more accurately.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Thanks to them, information recorded during the transport process is automatically sent to the company’s IT systems, and data synchronization between the elements of the process takes place in real time. The basic task for the device is to collect and provide real-time data on the status of the shipment.

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