Tue.Oct 10, 2017

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The Takeaway from CSCMP Conference: The Data Problem Runs Deep

Talking Logistics

This year’s CSCMP conference reinforced that we’re in the early days of a massive transformation. The industry is moving in an unprecedented direction that is increasingly digitized and more data-centric than ever, and logistics leaders are looking to increase efficiency with artificial intelligence (AI). However, logistics leaders all know that in order to leverage advanced analytics and AI, they must first solve the core “data challenge.

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What Is The Current Status Of Trucking Capacity?

Blue Grace Logistics

A sudden increase in freight demand throughout the United States might put shippers in a difficult position for capacity and price later this autumn. According to the American Trucking Association’s’ (ATA’s) Truck volume leaped 7.1 percent in August from July, and 8.2 percent year over year, the ATA said Tuesday. ATA revised July’s tonnage index, increasing it from 0.1 to 0.5 percent.

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Last Mile Metrics: 11 Metrics to Measure in Last Mile Logistics

GlobalTranz

Using technology to improve last mile metrics is essential to driving last mile costs down, but how do shippers know if the technology is helping or hurting? The answer to this question lies in using last mile metrics to track key performance indicators and target levels of service to ensure accountability, visibility and continued reduction of costs in last mile delivery.

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Penske Continues to Support the International Foodservice Distributors Association

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Truck Leasing is a sponsor and will showcase at the International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) annual Distribution Solutions Conference in National Harbor, Maryland from October 15 to 17. Penske associates will be at booth 409 in the exhibit hall to discuss full-service leasing and contract maintenance solutions for broadline, systems, convenience, and specialty foodservice distributors.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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Anticipate Increased Law Enforcement on the Roads Throughout Operation Safe Driver Week

Penske Move Ahead

Commercial truck drivers can expect to see more traffic safety enforcement than usual on the roads as part of Operation Safe Driver Week Oct. 15-21. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) annual Operation Safe Driver Program is an effort to combat unsafe driving behaviors throughout North America and aims to reduce the amount of crashes and collisions involving trucks and other vehicles.