MercuryGate

JUNE 15, 2021

Freight or shipping claims are essentially a breach of contract claim filed by a shipper against the transporter or carrier who handled their shipping load. These claims get filed against damages, losses, or shortages that occur with a load or order. The legal concept behind freight claims is to help the shipper compensate for any […]. The post The Different Types of Shipping Claims & How to Manage Them at Scale appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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The Lean Thinker

JUNE 15, 2021

Whether you are a line leader or an internal or external consultant, if you are reading this you are likely working to shift the culture of your organization. The technical “tools” alone are pretty useless unless you are already operating in the kind of culture that embeds the mechanisms of learning and collaboration deep into the structure of day-to-day work.

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Freightos

JUNE 15, 2021

(AKA why that couch you ordered isn’t here…and isn’t getting here tomorrow). Disclaimer: This article is a zoom out for the less freight-inclined. If you have a deeper understanding of freight, you might want to check out our Freightos Baltic Index daily container index instead. Let’s talk freight. . You’ve seen the Suez Canal memes, you know furniture is taking way longer than usual to get to your door, and you may have even heard about Pelotons shipped by air to reduce delivery times.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 15, 2021

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article is from Lucas Systems and highlights the benefits of machine learning in the warehouse. Real-world uses of AI in business have exploded in the past decade, but few of those applications are focused on warehousing and distribution.

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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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Logistics Management

JUNE 15, 2021

For the week of June 14, the national diesel average increased 1.2 cents, to $3.286 per gallon., ahead of weeks ending June 7, May 31, and May 24, at $3.274, $3.255, and $3.253, respectively.

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Logistics Management

JUNE 15, 2021

Commerce reported that May retail sales—at $620.2 billion—were off 1.3% compared to April and up 28.1% compared to May 2020, whereas April retail sales saw a 0.9% sequential gain and a 53.4% annual increase. And from March through May, total retail sales rose 36.2% compared to the same period a year ago.

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Overdrive Online

JUNE 15, 2021

Here's Overdrive Extra contributor Clifford Petersen's answer to an associate's "not negative, but a bit naive. thoughts on truck drivers," underscoring a central conundrum of trucking work: Tension between safety, pay, home time and regulations.

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Food Logistics

JUNE 15, 2021

An effective safety program is one of the smartest investments a fleet service can make to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

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Logistics Management

JUNE 15, 2021

Following the announcement late last week that Phoenix-based GlobalTranz, a full-service 3PL focused on freight brokerage and technology, and Dallas-based Worldwide Express, a full-service non-asset-based 3PL focused on small package, truckload and less-than-truckload services (LTL) will join forces to become a merged entity, the top executive for GlobalTranz, CEO Bob Farrell provided with some additional detail on the merger.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 15, 2021

Kaitlin Wowak, associate professor of I.T., analytics and operations in the Mendoza College of Business at the University of Notre Dame, explains the options that food suppliers have in deciding when and where to initiate a product recall.

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Truck News

JUNE 15, 2021

Recently, I heard someone refer to his wife’s shopping habits, describing her as a “want person and not a need person.” Some time ago I had actually done some quick research on the internet about compulsive shoppers and found there is a small number of endorphins and dopamine released into the system when something is […].

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Logistics Management

JUNE 15, 2021

POLA reported that total May volume—at 1,012,248 TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units)—saw a 74% annual increase, setting a new record in the port’s 114-year history, and topping the previous monthly high set in April, at 946,966 TEU. POLB reported that May volumes also hit a new monthly record, coming in at 907,216 TEU, increasing 44.4% annually, topping the previous high set in March by 66,829 TEU.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 15, 2021

Disruption has pushed many companies in the direction of using one plan — join our webinar to learn about the HP Inc. digital transformation success story.

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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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Women in Trucking

JUNE 15, 2021

Hear from Kellylynn herself! Take a listen to the podcast version below. As those in the trucking industry know, the Post-Trip Inspection is a time to check and see if anything has changed with your equipment since you began your trip and if there are any items that need to be addressed before continuing on down the road. It’s a time to reflect, assess, and plan what’s next.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 15, 2021

An onslaught of economic reports on Tuesday added to evidence of a U.S. recovery in full swing, yet one experiencing growing pains.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JUNE 15, 2021

Choosing the right freight forwarder is a critical decision. The choice between Cost of goods, Insurance Freight (CIF), and Free on Board (FOB) shipping terms often determines what type of forwarder you’ll use. The consequences of this decision are significant. In CIF terms, the buyer pays shipping and insurance on a consignment. The seller bears the cost of any loss or damage until the goods arrive at the destination port.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 15, 2021

Supply chain constraints and disruptions across a slew of industries are making it difficult for businesses to keep up with soaring demands and rising prices. How can companies come out on top?

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Food Logistics

JUNE 15, 2021

An effective safety program is one of the smartest investments a fleet service can make to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 15, 2021

Avery Dennison, a global materials science company, has announced the launch of its new virtual supply chain, AD Explore.

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West Coast and California Logistics

JUNE 15, 2021

According to an article in Freight Waves , FedEx Freight is suspending outbound shipments for approximately 1,400 customers in heavily-congested regions across the U.S. This reduction in service is part of an effort to better manage the high levels of freight that are inundating its LTL terminals across the country. Companies were notified Friday and the changes took effect on Monday.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 15, 2021

Forward-thinking retailers are optimizing supply chain management with the power of AI.

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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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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 15, 2021

By William B. Cassidy | The Journal of Commerce. Published June 14, 2021. An unprecedented US freight market is creating new opportunities for third-party logistics (3PL) providers, as shippers increasingly desperate for freight capacity turn to intermediaries. Freight brokers and third-party freight managers are digging deeper into customer supply chains, and mergers and acquisitions such as the combination of GlobalTranz and Worldwide Express facilitate expansion. .

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AIMMS

JUNE 15, 2021

The post Why Supply Chain Design Tools Are Now Essential To Boost Resilience appeared first on AIMMS.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 15, 2021

At 12 locations throughout Germany, DB Fahrzeuginstandhaltung GmbH ensures that rail vehicles are revised, repaired, and modernised on time. It reconditions around 198,000 brake components and 58,000 wheelsets every year. To make the workshop transports required for this more transparent and efficient, the company implemented the cloud-based version of the SYNCROTESS transport control system from the Aachen-based optimisation specialist, INFORM , as the central controller.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JUNE 15, 2021

Choosing the right freight forwarder is a critical decision. The choice between Cost of goods, Insurance Freight (CIF), and Free on Board (FOB) shipping terms often determines what type of forwarder you’ll use. The consequences of this decision are significant. In CIF terms, the buyer pays shipping and insurance on a consignment. The seller bears the cost of any loss or damage until the goods arrive at the destination port.

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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

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Loginext

JUNE 15, 2021

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are buzz words in the world logistics technology these days but what do they really mean? How is technology being utilized for logistics management, delivery route planning, fleet management, providing real time visibility and other such aspects in the global supply chain? In this video, CEO of UpTech report, Alexander Ferguson got in conversation with LogiNext's Global VP.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 15, 2021

Inflationary pressure continues to be one of the largest headwinds for consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies, which are uniquely exposed in the current environment. Input costs for corn, as well as other agricultural products, that are used in many products from animal feed all the way to consumer goods, have risen by more than 100% over the past year.

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Compactor Management Company

JUNE 15, 2021

If you’re on a cleaning spree and are disposing of a lot of garbage around your house, the obvious solution is to rent a dumpster. But what can you put in a dumpster? Everything that is trash, right? However, waste segregation is not that simple, and plenty of rules need to be followed when you’re using a dumpster, also known as a container, to dispose of your trash.

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