Fri.Nov 08, 2019

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A Must-Have Warehouse Equipment List

Cyzerg

A warehouse works like a mechanism. It is composed of people using a variety of warehouse equipment in the form of machines or tools across different processing areas. The right equipment can complement human effort to continually raise the bar on the performance of a warehouse. Therefore, it is vital to choose the right equipment that can save cost, time, and effort.

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Driverless Cargo Delivery May Arrive Before Taxi Cabs

Material Handling and Logistics

John Krafcik, CEO of Waymo, sees driverless delivery vans as more immediately commercially viable than driverless taxis.

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The Go-To List of Ways to Improve Inventory Management

GlobalTranz

Today’s warehouse managers need better inventory management strategies. Shareholders want to increase profitability. Customers wish for better customer service. Amazon wants to take over the world. This is nothing new, but as the world has evolved, the ability to improve inventory management has evolved in stride. Supply chain leaders should follow these key strategies for.read More.

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The truck booting trap, and one small fleet owner’s ongoing crusade for a solution

Overdrive Online

Local and/or state regs around booting and towing vary considerably, as small fleet owner Leander Richmond has most certainly found in his efforts to raise awareness among truckers and law enforcement about the more predatory boots in that business. Here in this week's Overdrive Radio podcast, what he sees as a possible solution to the problem. Local and/or state regs around booting and towing vary considerably, as small fleet owner Leander Richmond has most certainly found in his efforts to rai

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Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry

Artificial intelligence has quickly become a feature of everyday life: Using face ID to unlock a phone, communicating with online chatbots, and letting “smart” appliances help manage our homes are just a few of the ways that we interact with AI regularly. Forward-looking businesses are also using AI to transform their operations and gain a competitive edge.

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NGVAmerica Elects Officers; Arthurs Leading as Chair

NGT News

During its recent annual meeting in Atlanta, trade group NGVAmerica elected a new slate of officers to oversee the organization. The new appointments, which run until the fall of 2021, include the following: President: Daniel Gage, NGVAmerica Chair: Jim Arthurs, Executive Vice President, Westport Fuel Systems Vice Chair: Jack Schimenti, Executive Vice President, Hexagon Treasurer: […].

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Dollars and sense

Truck News

Everyone wants to be paid well and paid fairly. And employers want to be competitive with their compensation.

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Life Maps and Supply Planning Maps - What They Have in Common: Success

Logistics Management

This white paper is an entertaining, quick read about Paul McGuire’s experiences in turning around supply planning processes.

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5 Ways to Manage Shipping Spikes During the Peak Holiday Season

Coyote

Shippers, learn five ways Coyote can help you move freight during holiday retail Peak Season.

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YRC’s $16 million loss in third quarter leads carriers’ late-year financial doldrums

Logistics Management

A challenging third quarter freight environment pushed the parent company the largest unionized trucking company back searching for the road to sustained profitability.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Mexico Opening Adds to Röhlig’s Global Expansion

Logistics Business Magazine

Owner-operated logistics company Röhlig has continued to expand across the globe this year, with a new national subsidiary just announced in Mexico to add to further advances in China, the USA and Australia. In Mexico, Röhlig has acquired 100 percent of the shares in its previous joint venture. “We now operate independently in the Mexican market under the name Röhlig,” says Michael Gerding, Managing Director of Röhlig Mexico.

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USPS projects holiday parcel volume will hit 800M

247 Customs Broker

Dive Brief: The United States Postal Service expects to deliver 800 million packages between Thanksgiving and New Year’s this year, according to a press release. … The post USPS projects holiday parcel volume will hit 800M appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Associates Help Active Heroes Battle Veteran Suicide

Penske Move Ahead

On a sprawling retreat south of Louisville, Kentucky, Debi Tribbey was hard at work trying to wrestle with a group of vines, which formed a stranglehold on a section of fencing. "There were so many tough vines that had gone through the fencing," said Tribbey, district financial manager for Penske Truck Leasing in Louisville. "It was almost like de-needling.

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Patent Pending: FedEx eyes easier returns, Amazon marries drones and intermodal rail

247 Customs Broker

This is Patent Pending. Supply chain-related patent applications are published every week and this is where we’ll talk about the ones that could have the… The post Patent Pending: FedEx eyes easier returns, Amazon marries drones and intermodal rail appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.

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Fleet Owner's ultimate 2019 NACV wrap-up

Fleet Owner

Catch up on everything, or at least most of, what you need to know about the trends and innovations rolled out at the biennial trucking event in the span of one coffee break.

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This Week in Logistics News (November 2 – 8)

247 Customs Broker

Over the years, rats have shown an ability to navigate a maze in search of food. Well, it turns out that rats are becoming a… The post This Week in Logistics News (November 2 – 8) appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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This Week in Logistics News (November 2 – 8)

Logistics Viewpoints

Over the years, rats have shown an ability to navigate a maze in search of food. Well, it turns out that rats are becoming a bit more sophisticated. Recently, a group of rats at the University of Richmond in Virginia have mastered the ability to drive miniature cars to collect food. For the experiment, the rats were given custom-made vehicles, which were constructed out of a plastic food container with an aluminum floor and a […].

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How 3PLs Have Evolved from Transactional to Strategic Customer Relationships

247 Customs Broker

Not long ago, manufacturers were primarily tasked with shipping cases or pallets to a distributor or retailer, which made for a fairly straight forward process.… The post How 3PLs Have Evolved from Transactional to Strategic Customer Relationships appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (November 8, 2019)

Talking Logistics

This week we completed our 27th Indago survey since launching in April. This week’s question: What impact do you foresee (or are already experiencing) on ocean rates heading into 2020 as a result of the new IMO 2020 emissions standards? Our members will receive the results of the survey later today. Haven’t joined yet? We. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (November 8, 2019).

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Global air freight markets posted 11th consecutive decline in September – DC Velocity

247 Customs Broker

Home > Transportation > Global air freight markets posted 11th consecutive decline in September Transportation November 7, 2019 Streak is longest slump since the global… The post Global air freight markets posted 11th consecutive decline in September – DC Velocity appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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An Overview of Global Imports in Q4 2019

MTS Logistics

In Q4 of the year, the shipping industry is usually able to analyze the health of the U.S. market by checking importers’ performances. This is a very good indicator of the economic health in the U.S., by far the biggest consumer in the world. See the infographic below: I have selected and analyzed 4 charts, all downloaded from Datamyne, and tried to give an explanation to the numbers I have extracted: Imports by Origin Country.

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IMO 2020 to disrupt ocean freight invoicing

247 Customs Broker

[og_img] Shippers will need to pay extra attention to ensure their ocean freight bills are accurate as the… Importing and managing the logistics of your… The post IMO 2020 to disrupt ocean freight invoicing appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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GEP Outlook Report 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders have faced their share of disruption and economic turmoil these past four years. Whether from geopolitical tensions or the havoc caused by the pandemic and its aftershocks, plenty of challenges remain. Despite this, leaders are seeing a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel — inflation is decreasing, interest rates are leveling off and supply chain volatility is easing.

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US-China relations harming air travel: Air China VP

247 Customs Broker

Air China VP-North America Zhihang Chi addresses the International Aviation Club of Washington DC Nov. 7 Ben Goldstein A senior Air China executive lamented declining… The post US-China relations harming air travel: Air China VP appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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GM Sells Shuttered Lordstown, Ohio, Assembly Plant to Electric Vehicle Startup

247 Customs Broker

[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] Lordstown Motors Corp., the electric-truck startup formed specifically to save a shuttered Ohio car… The post GM Sells Shuttered Lordstown, Ohio, Assembly Plant to Electric Vehicle Startup appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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College president with CDL enjoys being at the wheel

247 Customs Broker

Most college presidents have PhD tacked onto their names, showing they logged the years of extra study and done the often arcane research necessary to… The post College president with CDL enjoys being at the wheel appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Volvo Trucks Bringing Heavy-Duty Electric Trucks to Market

247 Customs Broker

Volvo Trucks says it is kicking off commercial sales of its Volvo FL and Volvo FE electric trucks in selected European markets. “Global urbanization requires… The post Volvo Trucks Bringing Heavy-Duty Electric Trucks to Market appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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What Are the Premium Shipping Options Available on Amazon?

247 Customs Broker

Over the years, the retail culture of immediacy has increased to such degree that big players like Amazon – and most recently, Walmart and Target… The post What Are the Premium Shipping Options Available on Amazon? appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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2019 Holiday Gift Guide

247 Customs Broker

‘Tis the season of giving, and we want to help you find the perfect holiday gift this year. We’ve compiled together a list of gift… The post 2019 Holiday Gift Guide appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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What a Shorter Holiday Shopping Season Means to You

247 Customs Broker

Every e-commerce merchant knows the holiday season is just around the corner. What some may not be aware of is the number of days in… The post What a Shorter Holiday Shopping Season Means to You appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.