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Technologies Impacting Overland Freight Optimization

Blue Grace Logistics

What’s covered in this article: Benefits of freight optimization technologies. The potential of real-time data collection and sharing. Driver safety. AI and automation. Innovative possibilities to enhance the logistics industry. Recently, supply and demand volatility has caused uncertainty in the logistics industry. Freight optimization technologies have increased in relevance, as they could help improve the health of a business by reducing costs and increasing sales.

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Shipping Costs for eCommerce: Control What You Can

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

All fulfillment operations use parcel carriers , making it hard to maintain strict control over shipping costs for eCommerce. When capacity is low and demand high, carriers raise prices per market trends. Unfortunately, there’s very little shippers can do when parcel carriers decide to raise their rates, making it challenging to keep the shipping budget reasonable while still meeting consumer demands for fast and efficient delivery.

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How Community Load Match Helps Shippers Secure Capacity

Kuebix

Making sure that you are getting the best rate for your freight in an environment that demands fast shipping and detailed communication with customers is not an easy task. Shippers are struggling to keep operational costs down while improving efficiencies throughout their supply chains. Kuebix’s Community Load Match solves these problems and more by providing […].

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3 Freight Procurement Statistics That Show Why You Should Digitise Spot Requests

Shipsta

If you’re still relying on email and excel to request your spot freight, now’s the time to make the leap and go digital.

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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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Top U.S. Maritime Regulator Sees Shipping Snarls Lasting to 2022

Supply Chain Brain

The top U.S. maritime regulator said stretched global supply chains pushing ocean-freight rates to record highs may stay strained into 2022, raising concerns about whether small American companies can weather another year of a tangled transport system and much higher costs.

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The Rising Role of Chief Supply Chain Officer

Supply Chain Brain

Recent high-profile events — from COVID-19 to the Suez Canal debacle — have brought the role of chief supply chain officer (CSCO) into the spotlight.

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Some key economic indicators are shining amid these interesting times

Logistics Management

We have seen a dramatic turnaround in key metrics for things such as freight volumes (i.e. tonnage) that were very negatively impact by the pandemic.

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Watch: How Can the U.S. Strengthen Trade Enforcement?

Supply Chain Brain

Brian Pomper, executive director of the Alliance for Trade Enforcement, reveals the results of a nationwide poll of U.S. voters’ attitudes toward the enforcement of agreements with the nation’s trading partners.

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New Convoy offering meshes online TL booking platform and TMS

Logistics Management

Convoy said that this pairing equips shippers with “comprehensive freight management capabilities while ensuring the privacy of sensitive data with a sandboxed routing guide,” adding that “[s]hippers using the new platform have been able to cut their tendering time in half and reduce freight spend by automating and standardizing their bid processes.

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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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Humanizing the Digital Revolution

Talking Logistics

Nine ways digital logistics can help companies make the most of people—and people make the most of their jobs. Read a dozen white papers on digitizing logistics and issues such as visibility, interoperability and real-time connectivity take center stage. And rightly so. But one thing that’s often glossed over is the human impact. Though many. Read more Humanizing the Digital Revolution.

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How to Minimize The Risks of GPS Routing

United World Transporation

GPS has revolutionized the way that truckers get from point A to point B. However, truckers may not always use GPS devices correctly. Sometimes drivers simply put in the wrong address and don’t double-check their route. While that’s human error, sometimes the GPS routes through places where class 8 vehicles don’t belong. Drivers can end up wasting time, causing damage, getting tickets, and ultimately losing the carrier money.

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Xos Expands Electric Powertrain Offerings

NGT News

Xos Inc., a manufacturer of fully electric Class 5 to Class 8 commercial vehicles, has established Powered by Xos, a new powertrain division that will operate under the leadership of industry veteran Brett Wilson. The new division will offer Xos’ powertrain technology along with design and integration expertise to other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in […].

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A Practical Approach to Cutting Supply Chain Transportation Emissions

Supply Chain Brain

How can organizations obtain reliable data to measure and reduce emissions throughout their supply chains?

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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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NFI Group Unveils First North American All-Electric Double Deck Bus

NGT News

NFI Group Inc., an independent bus and coach manufacturer and provider of electric mass mobility solutions, has unveiled its first zero-emission, three-axle double-deck bus. The Enviro500EV CHARGE is the North American all-electric version of the company’s best-selling double-deck bus and is produced by NFI subsidiary Alexander Dennis Ltd. (ADL). The Enviro500 EV CHARGE is Buy […].

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LM Podcast Series: The State of Intermodal with Larry Gross

Logistics Management

During this podcast, Larry Gross, President of Gross Transportation Consulting, offered up various observations on the current state of intermodal transportation, on a year-to-date basis and in comparison to a year ago, when the COVID-19 pandemic was wreaking havoc on freight transportation operations.

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Travel Centers of America Recognizes Don Talley as 2021 Citizen Driver Award Honoree

Carter Logistics

Anderson, Indiana (June 8, 2021) – On June 12, 2021, Carter’s very own Don Tally, Muncie, IN, will be recognized as the 2021 Citizen Driver of the Year presented by Travel Centers of America. The ceremony will take place at the TA/Petro Travel Center in Gaston, IN, and this location will be dedicated in Don’s name. Don was one of two selected for this distinguished award, and the first driver to receive this recognition in Indiana.

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Waymo and J.B. Hunt to Test Self-Driving Freight in Texas

Supply Chain Brain

The test run will use Waymo’s autonomous Class 8 trucking unit to haul freight between facilities in Houston and Fort Worth.

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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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Liability insurance hike left in House's highway funding bill

Overdrive Online

The House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee voted Wednesday to leave a provision in the bill that would increase carriers' minimum required liability insurance to $2 million. A raft of other trucking-related provisions remain as well.

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Understanding the different types of bulk liquid tanks

Bulk Connection

When your products are shipped via dry van, there isn’t much to think about in regard to the dry van trailer. Temperature concerns aside, just about any dry van trailer is capable of transporting product. The same is not the case with bulk liquid transportation, where the tank can make all the difference between a successful load and an expensive mess.

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Yale unveils high-performance Li-ion trucks

Logistics Business Magazine

Yale Europe Materials Handling has unveiled the first of a new generation of high-performance electric trucks designed for use in demanding applications. “At Yale , we are committed to developing industry-leading materials handling equipment that provides excellent productivity, ergonomics and low cost of ownership for our customers. The ERP70-90VNL is the first in a new range of high performing electric trucks for high intensity applications,” said Ivor Wilkinson, Solutions Manager at Yale.

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Facing the Board: Making Personalized Omnichannel Fulfillment Profitable

Supply Chain Brain

As companies emerge from the channel-upending impact of a global pandemic, virtually all agree on the appeal of achieving true omnichannel operations that place each customer’s individual preference for buying channel, product selection and delivery choice at the center of fulfillment.

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Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory

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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Oberon Fuels Commences Commercial Production of Renewable Dimethyl Ether

NGT News

Oberon Fuels, a producer of clean-burning dimethyl ether (DME) transportation fuel, has begun production of the first-ever renewable DME (rDME) in the U.S. – and the only current commercial production of this molecule in the world. Because rDME’s properties allow it to cost-effectively store and transport renewable hydrogen, this milestone unlocks Oberon’s ability to reduce […].

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P&O Ferrymasters builds 10,000 sq m warehouse at Genk

Logistics Business Magazine

P&O Ferrymasters has entered into an agreement with Genk Green Logistics to build a 10,000 sq m state-of-the-art warehouse near the Port of Genk, further enhancing its pan-European rail, road and warehousing network at a critical time for international trade and the economic recovery. The new facility – strategically located near the port which is in the heart of Flanders’ industrial belt – is equipped with world-leading Warehouse Management Systems and will enable customers to i

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Port of Los Angeles Demonstrating Hydrogen-Powered FCEVs

NGT News

The Port of Los Angeles and its partners say they are launching a new era of pollution-free goods movement with the debut of five new hydrogen-powered fuel cell-electric vehicles (FCEVs) and the grand opening of two hydrogen fueling stations. Under the $82.5 million Shore-to-Store (S2S) project, more than a dozen public and private sector partners […].

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Proof of Delivery vs Bill of Lading: Key Facts You Need to Know

Freight Center

Freight shipping has a lot of moving parts, and getting the paperwork done correctly should not be an issue for anyone! Two critical freight documents play an instrumental role no matter what you ship: The Bill of Lading and the Proof of Delivery. We’ll compare Proof of Delivery vs. Bill of Lading and the key facts you need to know about each.

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Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability

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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How Labelmaster e-procurement can lower your costs of hazmat compliance

LabelMaster

How you buy your Dangerous Goods transport resources isn’t as important as how you use them. But it can still make a difference in your operation’s compliance. For example: e-procurement. Many Labelmaster customers already take advantage of our support for e-procurement platforms including Ariba, Coupa, Hubwoo (Perfect Commerce), Smart by GEP, SAP S/4 and many.

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[WHITE PAPER] Auto manufacturers can use real-time freight data to better manage freight spend

FreightWaves SONAR

Automobile and auto parts manufacturers have been dealt a difficult hand over the past year as the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic led to a shutdown in manufacturing facilities, not just across the U.S., but around the world. As the world recovers from the pandemic, now numerous supply chain impacts – including a global semiconductor shortage and inflationary pressure on a number of inputs, including freight costs – are significantly hampering the automotive industry, causing temporary shutdowns

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Elevate Your Data Perspective at Trimble Transportation's New Supply Chain in.sight: Virtual Series + Interactive Community Event

Trimble

More than ever, data plays a vital role in helping businesses make informed decisions and stay ahead in an increasingly competitive and connected world. On June 22 and 24, Trimble Transportation will offer its first set of virtual educational sessions during the Supply Chain in.sights: Virtual Series + Interactive Community Event. These sessions will be centered around the topics of how data can be leveraged for continuous improvement as well as how machine learning is improving efficiencies and