Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 11, 2021

It’s graduation season, so the hunt for critical supply chain talent is more vigorous than ever. We may be known for ensuring we can make and move “stuff,” but ultimately supply chains are human. In a white paper on “ How reinventing the supply chain can transform the planner role ,” consulting firm EY cites their research that lack of the right supply chain talent is the second highest challenge to meeting supply chain goals.

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Truck News

MAY 11, 2021

We’re all pining for post-pandemic life. As vaccine rollouts make this possible, and we fill offices, restaurants, stadiums and hotels again, Canada needs a healthy trucking and logistics industry to help carry the economy. We’re responsible for moving more than $850 billion in goods each year and employ more than 650,000 workers. What’s more, trucking […].

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 11, 2021

After customers have deployed an ERP system, the next phase is post-implementation support. In some cases, the annual license fee (ALF) may include this, but often end-users presume the post-implementation support from the vendor is free. Historically, support packages have not been a value-add service – customers would log their query and the provider would simply […].

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Truck News

MAY 11, 2021

It’s hard to be profitable in trucking without strategically located facilities. Several large players recently told me they consider themselves to be in the real estate business, not the trucking business. That’s how important dirt is to our sector! If you’re one of the lucky ones who owns your own real estate, the last year […].

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Advertiser: GEP

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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Talking Logistics

MAY 11, 2021

Why is it that some companies get so much more business value from their transportation management strategies, tactics, and technology than everyone else? For five years, we have conducted the Global Transportation Management Benchmark Survey to help answer this essential question. Over time, the survey considers how the thinking of top financial performers diverges from.

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NGT News

MAY 11, 2021

Chevron Corp. says its wholly owned subsidiary, Chevron U.S.A. Inc. (Chevron), is investing an additional $20 million in the Adopt-a-Port initiative with Clean Energy Fuels Corp., a California-based provider of renewable natural gas (RNG). Chevron has now invested a total of $28 million in the initiative, which provides truck operators – large fleets and owner-operators […].

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Overdrive Online

MAY 11, 2021

Join Overdrive Thursday, May 20, 2021, for a live panel discussion aimed at offering ways to combat owner-operators' ongoing maintenance issues related to the emissions control systems in post-2007 and '-10 emissions-spec heavy-duty diesels.

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Parade

MAY 11, 2021

San Francisco, California – Parade , the leader in Capacity Management, and 123Loadboard , a leading freight marketplace, today announced that Parade 3PL customers will soon be able to post and sell freight on 123Loadboard’s freight marketplace. With the new integration, Parade customers will have another Digital Freight Marketplace to showcase their brand and build carrier relationships. 123Loadboard carrier users will benefit from real-time prices and the option to Book Now with hundreds of th

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Carter Logistics

MAY 11, 2021

Indiana-based logistics company announces two promotions for current employees, CEO & COO. ANDERSON (May 11, 2021) – Carter Logistics, LLC has recently announced Jessica Paugh Warnke as the company’s CEO, formerly the Vice President of Business Development. For the first time, Anderson’s end-to-end supply chain management company has a female CEO.

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Parade

MAY 11, 2021

San Francisco, California – Parade , the leader in Capacity Management, and 123Loadboard , a leading freight marketplace, today announced that Parade 3PL customers will soon be able to post and sell freight on 123Loadboard’s freight marketplace. With the new integration, Parade customers will have another Digital Freight Marketplace to showcase their brand and build carrier relationships. 123Loadboard carrier users will benefit from real-time prices and the option to Book Now with hundreds of th

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Now, That's Logistics

MAY 11, 2021

With the world in the midst of a massive COVID-19 vaccine rollout, security experts are keeping a close eye on any “bad actors” who threaten the manufacture and/or distribution of these critical formulas. Reliant on an intricate web of global entities, the rollouts have already been impacted by several different cyberattacks and other threats. More threats could emerge in 2021 as countries around the globe rush to get their citizens vaccinated against the persistent, pervasive virus (and the new

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Parade

MAY 11, 2021

San Francisco, California – Parade , the leader in Capacity Management, and 123 Loadboard, Inc , a leading freight marketplace, today announced that Parade 3PL customers will soon be able to post and sell freight on 123Loadboard’s freight marketplace. With the new integration, Parade customers will have another Digital Freight Marketplace to showcase their brand and build carrier relationships. 123Loadboard carrier users will benefit from real-time prices and the option to Book Now with hundreds

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GoShip Blog

MAY 11, 2021

Regardless of the fluctuations in the freight market, there is a relatively stable pattern when it comes to freight shipping seasons. In freight shipping, the year is divided into four parts and is mainly determined by the demand and the business of freight carriers and shippers. Understanding freight seasons can help you accurately predict demand and prepare for the challenges of every season.

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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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ShipLilly

MAY 11, 2021

Following the blockage of the Suez Canal; there has been renewed interest in the world of shipping and how it is organized. For those outside of the industry, the fragility of the global ocean freight network came as a bit of a surprise. Several unprecedented global challenges have placed significant pressure on the shipping industry. Ports are dealing with supply chains that are on the rebound after the devastating impact of the COVID-19 global pandemic.

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Overdrive Online

MAY 11, 2021

Join Overdrive Thursday, May 20, for a live panel discussion aimed at offering ways to combat owner-operators' maintenance issues related to the emissions control systems in post-2007 and '-10 emissions-spec heavy-duty diesels.

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Logistics Management

MAY 11, 2021

Rising 4.4 cents, the national average came in at $3.186 per gallon, following a 1.8-cent increase, to $3.142, for the week of May 3.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 11, 2021

CSR or Corporate Social Responsibility is an essential element in any Business these days. But for many smaller businesses, it can be hard to get started on a CSR program. It can seem very expensive. But there are easy ways to get involved. In this episode, Masami Sato , founder of B1G1 (Buy 1 Give 1), an organization that connects businesses to worthy causes worldwide, takes us to a better understanding of what it is and why people join.

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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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Logistics Management

MAY 11, 2021

Westchester, Penn.-based freight transportation and supply chain services provider A. Duie Pyle recently announced it has formally broken ground on an expansion of its 115,000 square-foot expansion of its integrated logistics center, which is in close proximity to Hagerstown, Maryland. This facility opened up in September 2020, and the expansion is expected to be completed in January 2022.

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CH Robinson Logistics

MAY 11, 2021

Today I am excited to announce the release of our 2020 Sustainability Report , which highlights the work we are doing on the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) topics that are most critical to our business and to our stakeholders. In a year that brought challenges across the globe, we are proud of the advancements we made and the role we play in creating a more sustainable future for our people, our customers, our contract carriers, and our communities.

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Logistics Management

MAY 11, 2021

Logistics Management Group News Editor Jeff Berman recently spoke with Rick Watson, Founder and CEO of New York-based RMW Commerce Consulting. Watson provided Berman with an overview of his views on the highly-competitive e-commerce logistics sector, how Amazon is standing out compared to the duopoly of UPS and FedEx and what shippers may be in store for in regards to the 2021 Peak Season.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 11, 2021

GB Railfreight (GBRf) has announced a two-year deal with A.P. Moller-Maersk representing the first rail collaboration between the two companies. The service will operate from Felixstowe to Newell & Wright in Tinsley, and will consist of daily trains, five times a week. The new-built facility at Tinsley will bring new opportunities to the market.

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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

MAY 11, 2021

It's not enough to know where your inventory has been, or even where it is right now; you need to know where it's going to be and when.

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NGT News

MAY 11, 2021

Sapphire Gas Solutions, a Texas-based liquefied natural gas (LNG) and compressed natural gas (CNG) solutions service company, has been awarded transportation and logistics contracts for seven farm-based renewable natural gas (RNG) operations in central California. “Our entry into the RNG market, as a solutions provider, is a huge step for Sapphire,” says Sam Thigpen, CEO […].

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 11, 2021

Collecting data and trying to maximize time efficiency in business is similar to budgeting in your personal life.

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Freight Center

MAY 11, 2021

Small business operators everywhere are always looking for ways to save money, stay within budget and improve customer satisfaction. One way to save dollars on shipping is by incorporating freight consolidation into your shipping strategy. Freight consolidation provides you and your business with more flexibility, which makes freight shipping easier.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 11, 2021

The newly released 2021 State of Manufacturing Report from Fictiv has revealed that the industry is already rebounding from COVID-19 disruptions, with investments in digital transformation aimed at improving speed, resilience and sustainability.

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EazyStock

MAY 11, 2021

If you’re wondering what is the best way to manage inventory with hundreds or even thousands of SKUs, you’ve found your answer: ABC classification (otherwise known as ABC analysis ). In this post, we’re going to discuss how you can classify your inventory into three ABC categories and introduce the concept of XYZ analysis. But first here’s a quick reminder of what ABC classification of inventory is: ABC Classification Definition.

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20Cube Logistics

MAY 11, 2021

If you are new to the shipping industry, terms like FCL, COD, DM and DT will sound gibberish. But for a sea freight forwarder t hese are everyday communication terms. If you are part of this international freight industry, you are expected to know these terms as these are extremely important when transporting goods across the globe. Here is a quick reference guide whenever you fall short of your memory.

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