Freight Center

APRIL 20, 2021

Shipping destinations can be as distinct as the freight heading to them. Some deliveries could be as plain and simple as loading dock to loading dock, but some delivery locations have special requirements. It’s important to know the details of where your shipment is being delivered so that you can select the correct accessorials during quoting to avoid costly billing adjustments after the shipment is completed.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

APRIL 20, 2021

There’s a perception among eCommerce companies that today’s customers won’t settle for anything less than two-day delivery for online orders. But is that actually true? Maybe not.

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Logistics Management

APRIL 20, 2021

With a 0.005-cent decline, the national average now stands at $3.124 per gallon, following a 1.5-cent decline, to $3.129, for the week of April 12, and a 1.7-cent decrease, to $3.144, for the week of April 5, and a 3.3-cent decrease, to $3.161, for the week of March 29.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 20, 2021

As demand for faster fulfillment surges, the sweet spot where customer experience meets cost efficiency gets smaller. Ballooning trip volumes, LTL capacity crunches, increasing fuel consumption, lack of driver availability and the need to scale self-service type delivery models pose significant operational challenges for 3PLs/carriers. To help you address these challenges, hear how global 3PLs/carriers efficiently balance customer experience and operational costs by leveraging intelligent delive

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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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GlobalTranz

APRIL 20, 2021

Shortages of products from toilet paper to microchips during the coronavirus pandemic highlighted the value of supply chain resiliency, and the opportunities for companies that aren’t as prepared as they would like. A supply chain built for resiliency allows a company to adapt to unpredictable forces while maintaining customer service. By contrast, supply chains that are too lean may not have enough flexibility and redundancy to survive unscathed.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 20, 2021

Melinda McLaughlin, head of global research with Prologis, shares the firm’s research into trends in the creation of order-fulfillment centers in urban locations, in response to the stellar growth of e-commerce.

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Overdrive Online

APRIL 20, 2021

Owners who've taken any "shelter-at-home" time over the tough year to work on the rig can show off those efforts by entering Overdrive’s Pride & Polish 2021 photo competition, which opens today.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 20, 2021

Canadian National Railway Co.’s bid to wrest Kansas City Southern away from Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd. is rekindling a century-old rivalry and pitting former colleagues against each other.

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GoShip Blog

APRIL 20, 2021

The freight shipping industry is saturated with many shipping terms that are sometimes confusing even to experienced shippers. One such term is the FOB acronym, which stands for free (or freight) on board. It is a widely used term in the industry, however, not everyone knows the accurate meaning and definition. A lack of understanding of certain industry abbreviations or terms can cost you time and money.

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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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3PL Insights

APRIL 20, 2021

Over the past few years, we have experienced a shortage of truck drivers, and shipping companies have struggled to fill these roles. New drivers are not entering the market fast enough to replace the drivers approaching retirement, and the transportation industry continues to grow each year. These trends compounded with other external factors in 2021 have accelerated the driver shortage.

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NGT News

APRIL 20, 2021

Over the next three years, Consumers Energy, Michigan’s largest energy provider, says it plans to help 200 fast-charging locations – and over 2,000 chargers at homes and businesses – start powering electric vehicles (EVs) across Michigan. Already, fast-charging stations are in place in 24 locations reaching 250 miles north to south in the state. “Our […].

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 20, 2021

Today’s modern advances in eco-friendly, green practices create an environment where businesses must be conscious of their practices. This becomes especially significant for the carbon footprint of companies in transportation, logistics and supply chains, including the added expenses associated with reefer during the warmer months. After all, it amounts to increased energy use and effectively increased emissions from somewhere.

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NGT News

APRIL 20, 2021

Koch Engineered Solutions says two of its companies, Optimized Process Designs (OPD) and Koch Project Solutions (KPS), are supporting Fidelis Infrastructure LP as partners in the execution and implementation of certain components of the Grön Fuels LLC renewable energy complex. The $9.2 billion multi-year program is located at Louisiana’s Port of Greater Baton Rouge and […].

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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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Talking Logistics

APRIL 20, 2021

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This post from Elemica’s blog discusses “the true costs of entering order data by hand, and how automation can help stop.

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Logistics Management

APRIL 20, 2021

As the freight railroad sector ostensibly was awaiting the recently-proposed Canadian Pacific (CP) acquisition of Kansas City Southern (KCS) for $29 billion, which was announced in March, the chances of that deal—marrying two Class I railroads—making it to the final station are dealing with a new issue on the tracks, with the other Class I North of the border, CN, throwing its hat into the ring today, with what it called a “superior proposal,” for $33.7 billion.

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NGT News

APRIL 20, 2021

Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo says the New York Clean Transportation Prizes initiative has officially launched. The program offers up to $85 million through three competitions for innovative global solutions to enhance clean transportation and mobility options and reduce harmful emissions across New York with a focus on underserved communities. The competitions – each run in […].

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Logistics Management

APRIL 20, 2021

The ATA’s advanced Seasonally Adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index for March—at 106.8 (2015=100)—was off 5.1%, following a 2.3% February decline (revised from an initial reading of a 4.5% decline), following a 1.4% (upwardly revised from an original reading of 1.4%), from December to January, which came in at 115.2.

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Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 20, 2021

It’s rare for an industry powered by fossil fuels to call for a tax on its own carbon emissions. Yet the shipping sector is doing just that.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 20, 2021

Indeed. Most Supply Chains are overweight. Nevertheless, they can improve their service and cut their costs by up to 24%. How? Through Supply Chain Benchmarking. You see, when you compare different levels of sophistication and performance in supply chains, you can identify particular points that you think are important to achieve or represent typical performance levels.

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NGT News

APRIL 20, 2021

Vicinity Motor Corp. (VMC), a supplier of electric, compressed natural gas (CNG), gas and clean diesel buses, has received a new purchase order from a Canadian provincial public transportation provider for 15 Vicinity buses for a total value of over $6 million. “We are pleased to have secured this substantial supply agreement with one of […]. The post Vicinity Motor Secures Purchase Order for Fifteen CNG Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 20, 2021

Leading logistics provider Johnston Logistics UK has unveiled its new website. The growing company’s new online presence better represents its growing reputation as a provider of warehousing and logistics for leading brands and retailers. “When I look back at recent years, we’ve developed a lot; both as a business and as a team. We want to continue this journey and it’s important to have a website that better reflects both where we are and where we’re going,” says Rob McIndoe, Director of Johnst

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The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.

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Globalior

APRIL 20, 2021

Logisticians often seek to improve supply chain performance and efficiency to increase productivity and provide a better competitive advantage for their business. Optimizing the supply chain can mean many things and be done in many ways such as improving the picking processes, decreasing the processing time for shipping goods, improving inventory management , and much more.

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MercuryGate

APRIL 20, 2021

There is a common misconception within freight management: freight claims processes apply only to damaged items. That is simply not true. Damage can have a ripple effect throughout the industry, reports Supply Chain Brain. The total cost of damaged goods can extend beyond any individual department or budget. This ripple effect further adds to the […].

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Globalior

APRIL 20, 2021

Inventory picking is an important element of warehouse operations. When designed well, it will allow operators to make the entire order preparation cycle efficient. The efficiency of picking procedures directly affects the speed of order fulfillment. This is an operational process characterized by high-intensity work that is fundamental for many warehouses.

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Trimble

APRIL 20, 2021

Ever wonder what a day in the life of a Trimble MAPS software engineer is like? We recently sat down with Jim Clark, a senior software engineer who has worked with Trimble MAPS for seven years, and Miles Carlsten, a senior software engineer who has been with the company for five years. In this two-part Q&A series, they tell us about what they do, what makes their work fun and interesting, how Trimble MAPS stays ahead of competitors — and how machine learning is already building better maps.

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How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps. Discover how these strategies can boost your enterprise's financial health, helping not only to keep up but to excel in today's market.

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3PL Insights

APRIL 20, 2021

At Evans Distribution Systems, our goal is provide customers with end-to-end solutions in support of their supply chain operations. This includes storage, handling, transportation and more. But those services cannot fully be realized without great customer service to ensure a smooth execution. Customer service is the act of providing support to customers, and in many cases, translating a customers’ needs into action within an organization.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 20, 2021

Global aviation logistics specialist Menzies Aviation has committed to make 100% of its operations carbon neutral by the company’s 200-year anniversary in 2033. Menzies believes it is the first aviation services company to make this ground-breaking commitment to carbon neutrality. Menzies Aviation will formalise the commitment by becoming a signatory to the UN Global Compact in 2021, which supports the UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

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Magaya

APRIL 20, 2021

The recent blockage of the Suez Canal has turned the eyes of the world towards the shipping industry.

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