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Intermodal Congestion: What is Happening in Memphis, Tennessee?

MTS Logistics

Inland rail congestion is creating backlogs, delays and increasing expenses for Memphis importers, exporters, and motor carriers. Greater volume is coming into rail ramps especially UP Marion and BNSF Memphis, causing extreme wait times and a severe lack of chassis. Generally, railroads can balance the import and export flow to maintain the chassis pool on the railroad.

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Kimberly-Clark’s Digital Transformation of Shipping

Logistics Viewpoints

Driver dwell is a key source of driver dissatisfaction and contributes to the driver shortage. Earlier this summer, FourKites held a Carrier Visibility Summit. This was an online event. One of the speakers was Abby Weisenberger, a distribution consultant at Kimberly-Clark. What made Ms. Weisenberger’s presentation particularly interesting was that while Ms.

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Spin-off of GXO Logistics from XPO Logistics is a done deal

Logistics Management

As expected, the long-awaited spin-off of GXO Logistics from Greenwich, Conn.-based freight transportation services provider XPO Logistics was made official today. This move was originally announced by XPO in December 2020, when XPO introduced its plan to seek a spin-off of its logistics group as a standalone publicly traded company split it into two separate publicly-traded companies on the New York Stock Exchange—with one focused on global contract logistics [GXO Logistics] and the other focus

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A Coming of Age for the 'Digital Thread' in Smart Manufacturing

Supply Chain Brain

Initially spearheaded by the military aircraft industry out of a desire to improve the performance of future programs, the digital thread has emerged to become the technical foundation of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing.

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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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July ISM manufacturing output trends down but remains at a high level

Logistics Management

ISM said that the report’s key metric, the PMI, came in at 59.5 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), falling 1.1% from June to July. This represented the 14th consecutive month of growth, at a slower rate, coupled with July also representing the 14th consecutive month of growth for the overall economy. The July PMI matched the 12-month average, for the PMI, at 59.5, with March’s 64.7 being the highest and August 2020’s 55.6 being the lowest for that period.

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100 Great Supply Chain Partners of 2021: It Takes a Team to Win

Supply Chain Brain

One thing’s for certain, in this otherwise entirely unpredictable world of supply and demand: companies looking to succeed in commerce today can’t do it alone.

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Maximize Productivity and Efficiency with the Right Warehouse Culture

Logistics Management

Explore these trends and explain how an agile, optimized warehouse culture can help companies tackle their biggest challenges while also helping them remain agile, future-proof their operations and prepare for what is ahead.

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Brazil’s Water Crisis Adds to World’s Supply Chain Misery

Supply Chain Brain

Drought is making one of Brazil’s most important river systems unnavigable, making it more challenging and costly for the commodities powerhouse to get grains and iron ore out to global markets.

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Supply Chain Performance During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Logistics Management

Download your blueprint today to understand the impact of artificial intelligence in supply chains before, during and after the pandemic.

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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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Helbiz Partners with Lightning eMotors to Deploy Electric Vehicles

NGT News

Helbiz is exploring the electrification of their fleet with Lightning eMotors, a manufacturer of commercial electric vehicles for enterprise fleets. Following the completion of the current pilot program, Helbiz plans to deploy Lightning Electric Ford Transit 350HD vans throughout Miami and Washington D.C. to manage its intra-urban operations. These zero-emission electric vehicles will replace the […].

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Best Ways to Get Low LTL Freight Rates in 2021 | PLS Logistics Services

PLS Logistics

Shippers often are not aware of how they can reduce shipping costs with their own efforts. Before diving into the shipment booking process, here are some tips on how to get the best LTL freight rates.

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Detmar Logistics Expands Fleet Electrification Partnership

NGT News

Hyliion Holdings Corp.’s Hypertruck ERX for Class 8 semi-trucks will be used by Detmar Logistics LLC. The company has ordered 300 of the electrified powertrain systems as part of Hyliion’s latest collaboration with the Texas-based frac sand solutions provider. The plan is to fully electrify Detmar Logistics’ fleet over the next five years. Detmar placed […].

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Producers Struggle to Meet U.S. Consumer Demand

Supply Chain Brain

Producers couldn’t keep up with supercharged consumer demand in the U.S. last quarter, and it’s unclear when supply constraints will ease.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

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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The Critical Need for Mobility Innovation

Logistics Management

Download our white paper and discover why the future of surface and air mobility lives at the MIZ.

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Negotiating the ‘Wild West’ of Cryptocurrencies

Supply Chain Brain

Hosting Saturday Night Live in May, Elon Musk let slip a seemingly offhand remark about Dogecoin in his opening monologue.

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Apps are Easy, Integrations are Hard, Adoption is the Hardest

Food Logistics

There is an app, sometimes many apps, for every imaginable area of the supply chain.

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How Special Pricing Agreements Can Strengthen Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Special pricing can result in unprecedented flexibility and improve relationships, but it has to be operated efficiently.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

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.

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Senate infrastructure bill includes automatic emergency braking, under-21 apprenticeship program – but no insurance hike or direct parking funding

Overdrive Online

Unlike the House version, the Senate's infrastructure bill does not include earmarked funding for parking, but it also leaves out the liability insurance hike. The Senate bill, if passed, faces an uphill battle in the lower chamber.

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Trucking Crisis Has the U.S. Looking for More Drivers Abroad

Supply Chain Brain

A shortage of truckers across the U.S. has become so severe that companies are trying to bring in drivers from abroad like seemingly never before.

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XPO completes logistics spin-off

Logistics Business Magazine

XPO Logistics has announced that as of today (2nd August 2021) its new slate of directors has become effective with the closing of its spin-off transaction. XPO completed the spin-off of its global logistics segment as GXO Logistics at 00:01 Eastern Time (06.00 CEST). As previously announced, Brad Jacobs, XPO’s chief executive officer, will continue as chairman.

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Cleo and FourKites Partner to Increase Supply Chain Agility and Visibility

Supply Chain Brain

Chicago-based FourKites, a supply chain visibility platform, and Rockford-based Cleo, an ecosystem integration software company, announced an integration to accelerate data exchange for carriers across the global logistics and transportation industry.

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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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Effective Customer Returns

Insight Into Action

Product returns is a stage of the supply chain that most electronic manufacturers would rather not think about, but today’s consumer electronics supply chain is more complex than ever, and customers demand an exceptional customer experience, from point of purchase through to delivery. You work hard to build brand loyalty which can be lost all too quickly when the returns process is not managed effectively.

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Leaf Logistics Launches Leaf Adapt to Help Shippers Navigate the Transportation Market

Supply Chain Brain

Leaf Logistics, a data-driven transportation platform, announced the launch of Leaf Adapt.

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Online event: guarding retail profitability

Logistics Business Magazine

Retail margins are under increasing threat from soaring freight rates, poor carrier reliability and fluctuating demand. In response, Zencargo , the digital freight forwarder has announced a new online forum to analyse end-to-end retail profitability. Scheduled for 14.00 BST (15.00 CET) on 12th August 2021, Guarding Profitability Through Disruption: The Retailer’s Guide is being delivered in collaboration with Louisa Hosegood, of global supply chain consultancy Bis Henderson, who formerly held se

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Map Out Your Move At Least 30 Days Beforehand.

Penske Move Ahead

Pack – load – unpack – repeat. Do-it-yourself movers know this cycle all too well. While tedious at times, DIY moving is made easier with Penske Truck Rental. It's also an extremely beneficial option – especially for budget-conscious individuals looking to save money. Ready to reap the benefits? Before beginning, don't overlook the importance of planning – an essential component of DIY moves.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

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

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Trans UK Logistics opens new London depot

Logistics Business Magazine

Trans UK Logistics, part of The APC delivery network has opened a new operational parcel depot at Astbury Business Park in South London. The opening comes following significant growth for the business – having recorded a 42% year-on-year growth in deliveries – spurred by a continued surge in online shopping across London. The new depot provides 10,000 sq ft of premium warehouse space – an increase of 4,000 sq ft compared with the previous site – as well as 18,000 sq ft of

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25 Motor Vehicle Theft Statistics You Should Know

RasTrac

Car theft statistics can reveal that many factors such as your locale, the state you live in, the kind of car you drive - and even the time of year - all play a factor in how high a chance for vehicle theft is. Whenever you hear of a colleague or neighbor’s car getting stolen, somehow it never occurs to you that the very same thing could happen to yourself.

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Dachser enhances Argentina service

Logistics Business Magazine

Responding to market demand, Dachser Argentina , a subsidiary of global logistics provider Dachser, is enhancing its door-to-door service. As part of its comprehensive service offering, Dachser supports its customers by moving their cargo in and out of Brazil, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay with trucks and semi-trailers equipped with satellite tracking devices.