Ship Monk
MAY 12, 2021
Ever heard of not putting all your eggs in one basket? While an overzealous Easter bunny may feverishly object, consider this proverb a golden nugget of eCommerce wisdom. In an era where convenience and visibility rule the digital court, setting up shop across multiple sales platforms is one move that you can’t afford to miss out on. Put simply, the idea behind multichannel eCommerce is that a wider net catches more fish.
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 12, 2021
The Blurred Lines Between Retail and DTC with Guy Courtin. Guy Courtin and Joe Lynch discuss the blurred lines between retail and DTC. Guy Courtin is Vice President and Industry Principal of Retail at Tecsys, a global provider of supply chain solutions that equip the borderless enterprise for growth. About Guy Courtin. Guy Courtin is Vice President and Industry Principal and Retail at Tecsys , a global provider of supply chain solutions that equip the borderless enterprise for growth.
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Logistics Management
MAY 12, 2021
The report’s shipment reading—at 1.178—saw a 27.6% annual gain, which outpaced March’s 10% annual increase, and was down 3.1% compared to March on a seasonally-adjusted (SA) basis. On the spend side, Cass reported that April expenditures—at 3.452—headed up 45.1% annually, setting a new record and topping March’s 27.5% annual increase, and saw a 1.1% SA gain compared to March.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
MAY 12, 2021
For years, the typical manufacturing organization was built to de-risk its operations and scale incrementally – hence the moving production line. Businesses could grow simply by making slightly better versions of existing products, and more of them. Companies have got used to this traditional model of what it means to be an organization, but we […].
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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.
GlobalTranz
MAY 12, 2021
It’s easy to overlook the role that 3PL providers play in the overall global economy and, at the same time, enable your business to operate and compete. That was never more clear than during the past 14 months of the pandemic as goods continued moving to the right place at the right time. Logistics was genuinely essential to people being able to continue their lives, no matter how disrupted they were.
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Food Logistics
MAY 12, 2021
As cannabis demand skyrockets, 3PLs looking to transport these goods need to arm themselves with more than just knowledge on regulations.
Talking Logistics
MAY 12, 2021
I first wrote about the cyber threat to supply chains almost 7 years ago in The Hackers Inside Your Supply Chain. Two years later in The Day A Cyber Attack Brings The World’s Supply Chains To A Halt, I wrote: The threat of cyber attacks has only intensified since [2014], and as our supply chain. Read more Cybersecurity: Is It A Priority In Your Supply Chain?
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 12, 2021
The blockage of the Suez Canal by the Evergreen Line containership Ever Given sent a dire warning to global supply chains. As they outgrow transportation infrastructure, modern-day mega-vessels threaten to cause further disruptions to the flow of cargo.
NGT News
MAY 12, 2021
Ultium Cells LLC, a joint venture between General Motors and LG Energy Solution, has entered an agreement with Li-Cycle, a company that specializes in lithium-ion battery recycling, to recycle up to 100% of the material scrap from battery cell manufacturing. The new recycling process will allow Ultium Cells to recycle battery materials including cobalt, nickel, […].
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
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 12, 2021
Route4Me, a Dynamic Route Optimization platform for modern businesses, announced that the company is now offering free unlimited notifications and alerts, enabling clients to replicate Amazon’s customer delivery experience at no additional cost to Route4Me customers.
NGT News
MAY 12, 2021
Marelli, a global automotive supplier, and PUNCH, a company that specializes in the development, integration and manufacturing of driveline and powertrain solutions, have reached an agreement to form a joint venture (JV) focused on e-axle solutions. The JV – which is to be majority-owned by Marelli – will be focused on a system approach for […].
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 12, 2021
The post-Covid world demands that businesses have access to real-time data to manage their assets efficiently and securely across the enterprise. But what does that look like?
Logistics Management
MAY 12, 2021
The company said that the Forward LTL facility is its first Kansas-based LTL terminal, adding that it will cross-utilize space and resources within its Wichita-based Final Mile operation, with a focus on bringing a larger service offering to the Wichita area. And it also noted that the cohabitation of Final Mile and LTL operations allows Forward to grow organically, with less investment than a traditional new market expansion.
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 12, 2021
Descartes Systems Group, a global provider of on-demand, software-as-a-service solutions, announced that it has acquired Portrix Logistics Software, a provider of multimodal rate management solutions for logistics services providers.
NGT News
MAY 12, 2021
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has selected four projects – totaling $1 million – to conduct applied research and development concerning the interaction between promising biofuels and combustion engines. The projects will leverage a range of National Laboratory capabilities as part of the Co-Optimization of Fuels & Engines (Co-Optima) initiative and aim to help […].
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 12, 2021
CSX Corp. announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Quality Carriers, Inc., a provider of bulk liquid chemicals truck transportation in North America, from Quality Distribution, Inc.
NGT News
MAY 12, 2021
AlphaStruxure, a provider of energy-as-a-service (EaaS) solutions, has entered an agreement to deploy an integrated microgrid and electric bus charging infrastructure project for Montgomery County, Md. The project will enable at least 44 buses in Ride On, Montgomery County’s transit fleet, to transition from diesel to electric, advancing the county’s goal to reach net-zero carbon […].
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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.
Overdrive Online
MAY 12, 2021
See which trucks wowed the judges at the Kenly 95 East Coast Jamboree last weekend here.
Penske Move Ahead
MAY 12, 2021
Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, Penske rents thousands of trucks to movers across North America. While some movers take the do-it-yourself approach, others hire professionals to deliver their belongings safely and securely to their new homes. While there are many reputable moving companies who are trustworthy and offer legitimate services, consumers need to be aware of moving scams that could affect their wallets and worldly goods.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 12, 2021
India has reported more than 300,000 daily infections for 21 consecutive days, highlighting the country’s slide into the world’s worst health crisis.
Loginext
MAY 12, 2021
eCommerce has accelerated by atleast 5 years in the times after the pandemic struck. Companies like Walmart adopted technology quickly to leverage on their experience and grow rapidly in eCommerce. If you're a growing retail chain looking to infuse technology in your business, this post is for you.
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 12, 2021
Long-standing Schmitz Cargobull customer McGregor Logistics has taken delivery of 10 new S.KO COOL reefers to meet increasing work volumes, with each asset offering increased durability and payload. The new trailers , manufactured in Vreden, will run on multi-drop fresh and frozen work across the UK and internationally and are expected to cover up to 150,000 kilometres a year.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 12, 2021
It’s time to reevaluate the interconnected ecosystems of businesses everywhere — or risk succumbing to the next disaster.
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 12, 2021
Automation used to be about the multi-billion turnover, blue-chip global players putting out global tenders for eye-watering sums. Not any more. Return on Investment (ROI) on warehouse automation is becoming both faster and more visible for a whole new tier of organisations. For some, it’s a scary prospect. Seasoned managers who have had very successful careers making decisions about trucks and material handling equipment (MHE) are having to go out of their comfort zones to explore frighteningly
Odyssey Logistics
MAY 12, 2021
Tank trucks haul one-third of all tonnage transported by truck, but finding qualified people to drive them is getting more and more difficult. Here’s why it matters and what the private and public sectors can do about it. A transportation and labor challenge that was already prevalent in effect pre-pandemic, the national truck driver shortage. Continue Reading.
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
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 12, 2021
ARC Advisory Group and DC Velocity magazine have closed our joint survey on the changes logistics operations have experienced in the upheaval of the Covid-19 operating environment in 2020; and the expectations these same executives have about their operating environment in 2021. The goal of this research effort is to capture measurable insights into the rapidly changing fulfillment environment and the direction of change going forward.
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 12, 2021
The freight forwarding industry is evolving very fast, and for this reason the Cooperative Logistics Network has decided to expand its accessibility and offer as many opportunities as possible to all users. The Coop’s IT department has added a new feature to its members-only TMS, FreightViewer, that enables members to send and receive quote requests to any of their partners both within as well as outside the Network.
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