Shipchain

JUNE 3, 2019

We’ve discussed the impacts that blockchain will have on supply chain and logistics day in and day out. It’s poised to revolutionize the industry. But let’s take a step back and analyze blockchain’s bigger picture impact and what global adoption could mean for the green movement. Blockchain and sustainability go hand in hand, and leveraging the technology can make all businesses more ethically and environmentally sound.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2019

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) is software that is used to automate high volume, repeatable tasks. RPA can be used to improve legacy supply chain software. Ryder is using it to reduce the work required to produce quality transportation plans. The post Robotic Process Automation Can Be Used to Automate Supply Chain Solutions appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 3, 2019

We’ve all heard the saying “seeing is believing,” which means you need to see something before you can accept that it really exists or occurs. You might also be familiar with W. Edwards Deming’s famous quote, “In God we trust, all others must bring data.” In many ways, both these sayings relate to supply chain. The post TMS Visibility: See, Observe, Then Do appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Fleet Owner

JUNE 3, 2019

Industry needs to focus on parents and influences of “peripheral” students — those kids 13-18 years old who are drawn to hands-on, do-it-yourself, mechanically minded activities.

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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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Material Handling and Logistics

JUNE 3, 2019

To serve the ever-changing eCommerce market, GreyOrange is helping to build automated flexible warehouses.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JUNE 3, 2019

Although seen as a big win, the company still faces multiple challenges at the state and municipal level.

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Fleet Owner

JUNE 3, 2019

Cummins Inc. and Isuzu Motors Limited have taken another step forward in their partnership by entering into the Isuzu Cummins Powertrain Partnership agreement.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 3, 2019

Your lengthy career in procurement has consisted largely of being beaten up by top management over the need to constantly cut supplier costs. Along comes digital technology to make your job easier — or take it away.

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Fleet Owner

JUNE 3, 2019

Vik Sridhar, GeoTab's solutions engineering manager explains how to pick the best ELD provider for your fleet.

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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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NGT News

JUNE 3, 2019

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has announced more than $8.85 million in grant funding to support school bus replacements across the state. The competitive grant program – funded by the Volkswagen Diesel Settlement Environmental Mitigation Trust – provides financial assistance to grantees to replace a minimum of one eligible school bus with […].

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Fleet Owner

JUNE 3, 2019

Brake systems manufacturer sponsors racing team as a way to find the next generation of trucking workers.

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NGT News

JUNE 3, 2019

The British Columbia government has approved the Zero-Emission Vehicles Act (ZEVA), which requires all new light-duty cars and trucks sold in the province to be zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) by 2040. ZEVs include battery electric, plug-in hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. According to the government, British Columbians are already buying the most ZEVs per capita […].

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Logistics Management

JUNE 3, 2019

Kenco said this new warehouse space will function as what it called a true test facility for its team of innovation specialists whom will assess value-added technology and also provide advanced visibility into various efforts focused on testing potential supply chain management solutions and technological advances outside of a live operation

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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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GlobalTranz

JUNE 3, 2019

Supply chain management is a complex, ever-changing process. The actions of yesterday do not necessarily reflect the best practices of tomorrow. Amazon and Walmart continue to encroach on small businesses, and the ability to gain insight into freight spend has never been more critical. With all the hype about savings and improvements through a transportation.read More.

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Logistics Management

JUNE 3, 2019

When FedEx announced last week that it plans to launch residential delivery seven days a week for most of the United States, effective January 2020 in an effort to “further serve the fast-growing e-commerce market,” it was viewed as big news, and that very much remains the case just a few days later. It is hard not to see it any other way, it seems, given that the e-commerce clearly continues to take a lasting hold on how we shop, coupled with our heightened delivery expectations, too.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 3, 2019

Recently I was I lucky enough to take a break from cleaning barnacles off the hull of the good ship SYSPRO to spend the week attending the Microsoft Build conference in Seattle. Microsoft uses this conference to communicate their technology vision and strategy to technology professionals. It’s a great way for nerds to get their creative juices flowing – […].

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Logistics Management

JUNE 3, 2019

The report’s key metric, the PMI, fell 0.7% to 52.1 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth) in May, following a 2.5% decline from March to April, a 1.1% increase from February to March, and a 2.3% increase from December to January. While an uneven growth pattern remains intact, the index has seen growth for 33 consecutive months, with the over all economy now having grown for 121 consecutive months.

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NGT News

JUNE 3, 2019

Agility Fuel Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hexagon Composites ASA, is taking steps to adopt sustainable solutions for its own transportation needs. Agility will soon be using its own compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered Class 8 truck to haul cylinders, systems and parts between its Salisbury, N.C.; Lincoln, Neb.; and Fontana, Calif., locations.

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Women in Trucking

JUNE 3, 2019

Ask Angela: How important is experience when searching for jobs in trucking and logistics? Can I switch from an unrelated industry into transportation? Absolutely! The opportunities for employment in trucking and logistics are great right now. Having experience is a definite bonus and will enable you to negotiate if you have a clean driving record and strong references.

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NGT News

JUNE 3, 2019

Spartan Specialty Chassis and Vehicles, a business unit of Spartan Motors Inc., has entered into an exclusive U.S.-based assembly agreement with Grande West Transportation Group Inc., a Canadian bus manufacturer. Under terms of the contract, Spartan will manufacture Grande West’s Vicinity model buses, which will continue to satisfy the Federal Transit Administration’s Buy America requirements […].

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World Food Programme Logistics

JUNE 3, 2019

Many have lost their livestock and with it their livelihood Ardo Mohamed Sharmarke collecting her monthly food ration in Shilaabo. Photo: WFP/Martin Karimi Shilaabo town is named after a water well that sits on the edge of the village. Young men draw water, pulling one bucket after another, while singing praises to the handful of camels they are religiously watering.

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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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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 3, 2019

Imperial Logistics International has appointed Hugo Pluess (above) as its new Chief Information Officer, based in Zurich. He takes up his new post on August 1. Reporting to Chief Executive Officer Hakan Bicil, Pluess will be responsible for all aspects of IT throughout Imperial Logistics International’s operations, which employs 9000 staff at 170 locations in 20 countries.

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World Food Programme Logistics

JUNE 3, 2019

Yesterday’s school meals recipient, today’s first woman minister Ms. Dorji Choden still remembers the days when she woke up every morning before dawn, braving the morning chill and trekking a long way to get to her village school. Coming from a humble family, she understood from an early age that education held the key to her future. Besides, the hot, tasty lunch offered to her and all her friends, gave her another reason to go to school and study as hard as they could.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 3, 2019

A UK forklift attachment specialist explains how pallets can be eliminated altogether: The slip sheet is an excellent alternative to heavy, bulky and expensive plastic or wooden pallets, allowing companies to eliminate the use of pallets altogether. Slip sheets are thin pallet-sized sheets made of plastic, laminated kraft paperboard, or corrugated fibreboard, and are used in commercial shipping.

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Airfreight Logistics

JUNE 3, 2019

Turkish Cargo has announced the inclusion of Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO), known for being one of the most important airports in Russia in terms of cargo activities, to its direct cargo flight destinations network. Located just 30 km far away from the capital Moscow, the area is considered an important export and import center for Russia. Turkish Cargo says they will carry many export products especially automotive accessories and raw oil materials originating from Russia, as well as many import

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247 Customs Broker

JUNE 3, 2019

on June 4, 2019 at 12:53 pm Turkish Cargo has announced the inclusion of Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO), known for being one of the most important… The post Turkish Cargo adds Sheremetyevo to Cargo Flight Network appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Camelot 3PL Software

JUNE 3, 2019

Now that it’s summertime, we can all relax by the pool and eat ice cream, right? For those who worked hard this spring, it’s a great reprieve. But for those of you hungry for a share of the eCommerce wave during the holiday season, this is the time to start organizing and managing expectations on key projects. Set high but realistic goals. A common problem in many businesses is trying to take on more projects than can reasonably be handled at one time, or quicker than can realistically done.

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247 Customs Broker

JUNE 3, 2019

Supply Chain KPIs are Essential – The Right Ones! The information on this page WILL help you get it right. Many people get confused… The post Supply Chain and Logistics KPIs: Some Basic Principles Explained appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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