MercuryGate
APRIL 22, 2021
As April showers return, logistics professionals need to start thinking about their impact on the environment. The 51st Annual Earth Day is April 22, 2021, and with all the excitement over a return to normalcy and restoration of the economy as the vaccination rate for COVID-19 increases, it’s easy to lose sight of environmentally friendly […].
Cyzerg
APRIL 22, 2021
eCommerce order fulfillment has become more relevant today since an ever-increasing number of people are now opting to make their purchases online. However, this has proven to be a challenge for businesses and warehouse managers since consumers expect fast delivery times and low shipping costs. One way to achieve this is by optimizing your eCommerce order fulfillment process to ensure customers are satisfied and continue patronizing your business.
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The Logistics of Logistics
APRIL 22, 2021
Way More Than Visibility with Adam Compain. Adam Compain and Joe Lynch discuss way more than visibility. Adam Compain is the Founder & CEO of ClearMetal, a software company that specializes in international freight visibility, dynamic planning, and customer experience. About Adam Compain. Adam Compain is the Founder & CEO of ClearMetal. Adam founded the company after spending time at OOCL, under the tutelage of their CEO and CIO in Hong Kong.
Cyzerg
APRIL 22, 2021
eCommerce order fulfillment has become more relevant today since an ever-increasing number of people are now opting to make their purchases online. However, this has proven to be a challenge for businesses and warehouse managers since consumers expect fast delivery times and low shipping costs. One way to achieve this is by optimizing your eCommerce order fulfillment process to ensure customers are satisfied and continue patronizing your business.
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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.
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 22, 2021
The global pandemic has created a watershed moment for global supply chains. As we adjust and respond to this “new normal”, one important area is the effect of these shifts on the environment. From that perspective some changes have been clearly positive (e.g. fewer commuting miles driven), some largely neutral (e.g. alternate sourcing strategies), while others are potentially negative (e.g. the daily delivery of packages to our homes).
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SYSPRO Smarter ERP
APRIL 22, 2021
Since the first quarter of 2020, there have been more black swan events than could ever have been expected. First, of course, was the Coronavirus pandemic, then the Texas winter storm, and finally, a ship that blocked the Suez Canal for six days. For the food industry, these have all created major disruptions. The Suez Canal blockage […]. The post How the Food and Beverage Industry can Transform Itself for the 21st Century appeared first on SYSPRO US.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 22, 2021
The pressure to develop a customer-centric supply chain has been growing for years, a timeline that was drastically accelerated by the global COVID-19 pandemic.
NGT News
APRIL 22, 2021
Nikola Corp., through its Nikola Energy division, and TravelCenters of America Inc. (TA-Petro), a publicly traded operator of full-service travel centers in the U.S., have agreed to collaborate on the installation of hydrogen fueling stations for heavy-duty trucks at two existing TA-Petro sites. The collaboration is a first step for the parties to explore the […].
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 22, 2021
Descartes Systems Group, a global provider of SaaS for logistics business, announced it has used its global trade intelligence solution to assess sourcing risks for the critical supply chains identified in the Biden Administration’s Executive Order on America’s Supply Chains, including semiconductors, large capacity batteries, pharmaceuticals and strategic minerals and materials.
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
NGT News
APRIL 22, 2021
XL Fleet Corp., a company that specializes in fleet electrification solutions for commercial and municipal fleets, and Dickinson Fleet Services, a mobile maintenance provider for medium- and heavy-duty trucks, have entered a partnership to expand XL Fleet’s nationwide service capacity to support the company’s growth of electrified vehicle deployments.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
APRIL 22, 2021
As a decision-maker in a manufacturing or distribution-oriented company, you no doubt have seen or heard discussions about cloud computing. You may have been considering it but don’t have enough information to feel confident to move ahead with the idea. Your IT systems and infrastructure are working, although changes were made to accommodate remote work. […].
NGT News
APRIL 22, 2021
Saia LTL Freight, a national transportation and logistics provider, has received two Volvo VNR Electric trucks at its facility in Los Angeles. The VNR Electrics from Volvo Trucks North America are the first zero tailpipe emission, battery-electric Class 8 trucks to be deployed in Saia’s fleet which provides regional freight distribution services throughout Southern California […].
Shipping and Freight Resource
APRIL 22, 2021
Chartering is an important concept of the global maritime trade sector and it consists of different types. One of the forms of carrying out a maritime business is a time charter. Under a time charter, the owners undertake to place their ship at the disposal of the charterers for a defined period of time for the carriage of goods in accordance with the charterer’s instruction, while the ship remains in both the ownership and possession of the owners, and the officers and crew who man her will be
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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.
Ship Monk
APRIL 22, 2021
Logistics. Here at ShipMonk, we live it and breathe it, but there’s no denying that this is one industry that, despite being ubiquitous in our daily lives, can leave “outsiders” feeling a bit puzzled. Of course, if you’re an eCommerce business owner, your paths are almost guaranteed to cross, even if you never actually step foot inside a fulfillment center.
Turvo
APRIL 22, 2021
All businesses have one goal in common regardless of industry: growth. For the supply chain and transportation sectors, the key to sustainable growth is improving and maintaining customer satisfaction. Therefore, customer-centric supply chains are becoming the norm across all industries today. According to Material Handling & Logistics, “ More than 83% confirm customer experience is a company-wide goal, with nearly 56% reporting customer experience measurement is key to operational decisions
Freight Center
APRIL 22, 2021
Like all small to medium-sized business owners, you put your customers and their satisfaction as your top priority. You know the importance of quality customer service in both positive and negative experiences. Unfortunately, sometimes things happen that are outside of your control that can frustrate you and your customers. When it comes to shipping, there are a lot of uncontrollable variables.
NGT News
APRIL 22, 2021
Fortistar LLC, a privately-owned investment firm, says two of its portfolio companies, Fortistar Methane Group (FMG), a developer of renewable natural gas (RNG) facilities, and TruStar Energy, a supplier of RNG fuel for the transportation sector, are merging under Opal Fuels LLC to form a new, fully-integrated renewable fuels supply company for North America.
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Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 22, 2021
The new focus — those who have been unable to sign up, are waiting to get a shot, or who have been reluctant or refused to be vaccinated — is a goal that requires different tactics involving smaller, more focused distribution.
Logistics Management
APRIL 22, 2021
The round was led by Maersk Growth, coupled with participation from Schematic Ventures, Bluestein Ventures, Anorak Ventures, Supply Chain Ventures, and SaaS Ventures.
NGT News
APRIL 22, 2021
Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas), the largest gas distribution utility in the U.S., says it will demonstrate a technological combination that will produce hydrogen from renewable natural gas (RNG) at SunLine Transit Agency’s hydrogen fueling station in Thousand Palms, Calif. The research project, H2 SilverSTARS, will produce renewable hydrogen to fuel SunLine’s fleet of 17 […].
Logistics Management
APRIL 22, 2021
With another day comes another development in the pursuit of Kansas City Southern (KCS) by both Canadian National Railway Company (CN) and Canadian Pacific (CP), respectively.
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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.
Logistics Business Magazine
APRIL 22, 2021
Global multimodal logistics company Samskip has increased its commitment to greener shipping through a new formal agreement with sustainable cargo initiative GoodShipping to run part of its fleet on marine biofuels and significantly reduce carbon footprint. The initial usage of biofuels will enable a CO2-reduction of up to 45%, with plans to scale up to a CO2-reduction of up to 80% for any given voyage later in 2021.
Overdrive Online
APRIL 22, 2021
An interview with 1960s singer Claude Gray, along with a focus on Jason Lee Wilson, 2016 winner of the Overdrive-Red Eye Radio Trucker Talent Search, will be highlights of Friday's “Overdrive’s Music to Truck By.".
NGT News
APRIL 22, 2021
Allison Transmission, a company that specializes in electrified propulsion systems, says the eGen Flex – its next-generation electric hybrid propulsion solution – will be put into revenue service at New York City Transit (NYCT) in May. The eGen Flex system includes full electric drive capability for up to 10 miles depending upon duty cycle and […].
Logistics Business Magazine
APRIL 22, 2021
Yale’s new MPX Series platform pallet trucks offer impressive ergonomics designed around the needs of the operator. The MP20-30X trucks are ideal for medium- to high-intensity applications and can manoeuvre comfortably even in the tightest of working environments. A range of innovative options enables the MPX Series trucks to be tailored to the specific nuances of an operation.
Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive
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NGT News
APRIL 22, 2021
A&R Logistics, a North American supply chain services company to the chemical industry, has purchased two Peterbilt Model 579 Electric Vehicles (EVs). PACCAR, the parent company of Peterbilt, says it made A&R’s electric transition easier by providing comprehensive EV infrastructure offerings. By working with PACCAR Parts and their electric infrastructure partners at Schneider Electric and Faith […].
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 22, 2021
Economic uncertainty over the past year has caused businesses of all sizes to adjust their marketing strategies.
NGT News
APRIL 22, 2021
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), a North American heavy-duty truck manufacturer, and Portland General Electric (PGE), an Oregon-based fully integrated energy company, have opened the first-of-its-kind heavy-duty electric truck charging site – Electric Island. Electric Island will help accelerate the development, testing and deployment of zero-emission commercial vehicles.
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