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A Real-World Example of Wind Power in Shipping Comes to Fruition

MTS Logistics

For the first time, there is real-world data that shows that wind power could be a viable source of energy to power container ships in the near future. Encouraging data has been released on using wind power for powering a cargo ship, according to the BBC. What did the results of the months-long test show?

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Killing Ghost Loads and Phantom Data with Michael Darden

The Logistics of Logistics

Killing Ghost Loads and Phantom Data with Michael Darden. Michael Darden and Joe Lynch discuss killing ghost loads and phantom data. Michael is the CEO of DFM Data Corp, a utility company designed to be a tool between digital partners moving freight in the USA and Canada. About DFM Data Corp. DFM Data Corp.

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What is Internal Logistics: Importance, Elements and Examples

3PL Links

What is Internal Logistics: Importance, Elements and Examples | Image Source: Google Images. For example, the operations manager. This includes, for example, everything related to warehouse and logistics. Computer resources: it is the set of software that allows the management of technical data.

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Everything to Know about Ecommerce Data Security

Ship Monk

For example, our advanced 3PL platform looks after every aspect of your supply chain in an efficient, effective way and our Virtual Carrier Network safeguards your shipping by always applying the best rates and speeds while not handcuffing you to any carrier. Of course we’re talking about your ecommerce store’s data security.

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Outrun Your Competition: Best Practices for Accelerating Sales Processes

By building a modern GTM motion that uses data, automation, and proven best practices to unlock insights, engage customers, and win faster. How can you speed it up?

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Digital Transformations Require Clean, Accessible, Up to Date Data

Logistics Viewpoints

Matt Elenjickal, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FourKites, has pointed out that “data is the raw fuel of a digital transformation.” But it must be quality data! When enterprise implementations take longer than expected, almost all do, the amount of time needed to clean up the data is often the leading factor.

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FedEx Works to Monetize their Big Data

Logistics Viewpoints

Google and Twitter mainly monetize the data through targeted advertising. The value of the data captured by Google and Twitter has made them the darlings of Wall Street. But it turns out big logistics firms also generate Big Data, and they are also working to monetize this data. We have always been good at capturing data.

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Solving the Biggest Tech Challenges in RevOps

In this eBook, we’ll run through real-world examples that show how RevOps teams can benefit from modern solutions for the access, management, and activation of their GTM data.

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Supply Chain Planning Maturity – How Do You Compare to Peers?

The COVID-19 pandemic is an extreme example of how this unfolds in practice. Time allocated to data collection: Data quality is a considerable pain point. How much time do teams spend on data vs. creative decision-making and discussion? Today's supply chains are networked, global ecosystems.

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Real-Time Trackers: A Welcome Labor Solution for Logistics

Among these new tools and technologies, many logistics firms are turning to shipment tracking solutions that address labor constraints by providing real-time location and condition data that allow LSPs, drivers, and receivers to do their jobs more efficiently. Why streamlining data simplifies the logistics role.

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Top 5 Barriers to Supply Chain Network Design Adoption and How to Overcome Them

Speaker: Brian Dooley, Director SC Navigator, AIMMS, and Paul van Nierop, Supply Chain Planning Specialist, AIMMS

This on-demand webinar shares research findings from Supply Chain Insights, including the top 5 obstacles that bog you down when trying to improve your network design efforts: Poor data quality. Lack of skilled resources. Don’t have the right tools/tools are too complex or expensive. Lengthy time to plan/execute.

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Building AI to Unlearn Bias in Recruiting

Research shows that the hiring process is biased and unfair. While we have made progress to solve this, it’s potentially at risk due to advancements in AI technology. This eBook covers these issues & shows you how AI can ensure workplace diversity.