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Overcoming LTL Capacity with a Fully Connected TMS

Food Logistics

Shippers that fail to digitize their transportation sourcing and management simply won’t keep up in the world of today, and more importantly, in the fast-approaching world of tomorrow.

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Deutsche Post DHL Group announces intent to acquire J.F. Hillenbrand Group

Logistics Management

Global logistics services provider Deutsche Post DHL Group (DPDHL) said this week it has inked an agreement to acquire Mainz, Germany-based global ocean freight forwarding services provider J.F. Hillebrand Group and its related subsidiaries for roughly $1.5 billion (EUR).

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5 Things to Look for When Vetting Logistics Transportation Services

GlobalTranz

As logistics continues to grow more lucrative to the customer experience, 3PLs are playing an increasing role in the supply chain. Vetting 3PLs and transportation management services providers is a complex topic and shippers may not know where to begin. Even more complex, some 3PLs may offer different degrees of service, such as a 4PL model that blends a shipper’s existing network and fleets with a 3PL’s technology and solution, as discussed in this third-party versus fourth-party value articl

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Biden Pressed to Slash Big-Rig Pollution as Next Climate Target

Supply Chain Brain

Now that he’s outlined tough new emissions requirements for carmakers, President Joe Biden is facing pressure to enact similarly stringent rules for big trucks still operating under standards that environmentalists say are too lax.

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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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Happening Now: Warehouse jobs continue to go unfilled

West Coast and California Logistics

A new article in Freight Waves shows that the number of unemployed workers that formerly worked within the warehousing industry is much higher than national unemployment levels.

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How to Partner with Impact-Led Social Enterprises in Your Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Companies across industries are looking for ways to make their supply chains more sustainable, resilient, and socially responsible. Social enterprises can be valuable partners in achieving these goals.

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FedEx rolls out new Peak Season surcharges

Logistics Management

Memphis-based global freight transportation and logistics services provider FedEx recently announced new peak surcharges and fees for its U.S. Express and Ground services and Ground International.

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World Economy Seen Risking 1970s-Style Disruption in Green Shift

Supply Chain Brain

The global transition to a carbon-neutral economy will cause economic disruption reminiscent of the energy crisis of the 1970s, according to a paper by the Peterson Institute for International Economics.

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Inflation Across the Supply Chain

Talking Logistics

If you do a Google search on “inflation,” you get back more than 46 million hits, with many news items published in just the last few weeks. Simply put, many economists, business leaders, and consumers are concerned about rising inflation. Supply chain leaders are concerned too. In June, we asked our Indago supply chain research. Read more Inflation Across the Supply Chain.

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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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Convoy Announces Power-Only Freight Service for Private Fleets

Supply Chain Brain

Convoy Inc, a digital freight network, has launched a new power-only service as part of its Convoy Go program, providing private fleets with nationwide capacity to haul their preloaded and empty dry van trailers.

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#TeamBRB's custom 2001 Peterbilt 379 flagship, DIY spirit and growing three-truck business

Overdrive Online

Big Rig Blake and Barbie have been making hay of their social media stardom since Barbie's first share with this custom flagship went viral. Yet the DIY spirit behind their growing small fleet is no social-media mirage, as our talk with Barbie shows.

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New Jersey Offers More Incentives to Upgrade EV Fleets

NGT News

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) has approved the expansion of its Clean Fleet Electric Vehicle Incentive Program, a $7 million program offering grants for public entities to purchase electric vehicles (EV) and related charging infrastructure. The modifications approved include an increase in award caps and are aimed at boosting the program’s reach […].

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WorkWave Announces Registration for Its New Beyond Service User Conference

WorkWave

Time To Read: 2 minutes. This year’s conference is bigger and better than ever before, combining multiple industry-leading events into one action-packed event. Holmdel, NJ – August 18, 2021 – WorkWave ® , a provider of SaaS solutions that support every stage of a service business’s life cycle, today opens registration for its new Beyond Service User Conference happening January 9-12, 2022, in-person at the Renaissance Orlando.

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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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Nuvve Sends Electric School Bus Charging Stations to California District

NGT News

Nuvve Holding Corp. has deployed 16 Nuvve PowerPort charging stations for Mt. Diablo Unified School District (MDUSD) in the San Francisco Bay Area. The charging infrastructure will help the California school district operate new electric buses recently acquired through a Carl Moyer Program grant aimed at reducing emissions from heavy-duty vehicles. MDUSD serves 29,000 students […].

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Best Practices on How to Implement Supply Chain Management Systems

Turvo

Some of the best practices on how to implement supply chain management systems include avoiding too many systems, keeping an eye on competitors, and creating clear expectations. In addition to these processes, companies can keep their focus on what matters. All too often, customers bear the consequences of delays due to inefficiency in management systems and create poor customer experiences.

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Raven SR Receives Investment for Hydrogen and Renewable Fuel Solutions

NGT News

Raven SR Inc., a renewable fuels company, has closed a $20 million strategic investment from Chevron U.S.A. Inc., ITOCHU Corp., Hyzon Motors Inc. and Ascent Hydrogen Fund. Raven SR plans to build modular waste-to-green hydrogen production units and renewable synthetic fuel facilities initially in California and then worldwide. Raven SR’s Steam/CO2 Reformation process involves no […].

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How To Ship A Single Piece Of Furniture

Freight Center

Consumers are buying furniture online in record amounts these days. Whether you are a custom furniture maker or a local artist selling your unique items online, you need a way to get your items in the hands of your customers. Or, perhaps you are a consumer who found the furniture piece you've been searching for forever, one that fits perfectly into the empty spot you've had since you moved in.

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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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Will the Afghanistan Takeover Bolster China’s Trade Clout in Central Asia?

MTS Logistics

When the U.S. first announced a withdrawal from Afghanistan was underway nearly two months ago, the American public and the world mostly shrugged. After nearly 20 years of war, many people did not want to hear anything about Afghanistan. However, now, with the faster-than-expected takeover of that country by the Taliban regime, policymakers in the U.S. and around the world are watching the actions of Afghanistan’s neighbor, China, very closely.

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Identifying freight market trends across all modes

FreightWaves SONAR

Short-haul volume growth shines a light on current trucking trends. Understanding freight trends from the beginning of the supply chain all the way through to delivery is important for all parties involved. Current market conditions are among the most difficult that the industry has faced in recent years. The capacity constraints across all modes haven’t been alleviated even though attempts have been made.

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How to Improve Last-Mile Delivery for Small Shipments

Supply Chain Brain

A review of these three areas promises better outcomes for quality of drivers and speed of deliveries.

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Shipping must review LNG use, as methane’s role in climate change is revealed

Supply Chain and Logistics

It seems polluting gases come from every burned fuel.

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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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FourKites Launches New Tools and Enhancements to Promote Supply Chain Visibility

Supply Chain Brain

FourKites, a supply chain visibility platform, has released new capabilities designed to help shippers, carriers and brokers collaborate more efficiently to increase end-customer satisfaction, reduce supply chain costs and increase on-time delivery performance.

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3PLs Keep on Truckin’: Flexibility, Visibility and Data are Key to Overcoming Supply Chain Disruptions

Food Logistics

Jim Wilkinson, perishables operations and business development manager of Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc., details why flexibility and supply chain visibility are key to future-proofing the supply chain.

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Ryder and Waymo Enter Partnership Focused on Autonomous Truck Maintenance — Sights Set on Scaling Operations Nationwide

Supply Chain Brain

Ryder System Inc., a logistics and transportation company, and Waymo Via, the trucking and local delivery unit of autonomous driving developer Waymo LLC, announce a partnership focused on providing maintenance for Class 8 autonomous trucks, in order to maximize vehicle up-time and ensure the reliability required to scale operations nationwide.

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3D view into the warehouse

Logistics Business Magazine

The Linde Warehouse Navigator helps small and medium-sized companies to digitally organize their entire warehouse processes. Consisting of a warehouse management system as well as an order picking and forklift guidance system, the modular solution enables long-term time and cost savings to be achieved and features various special options: A three-dimensional view visualizes the warehouse including goods in real time and shows drivers the fastest route to their destination.

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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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[LogiNext Report] Enrolment in grocery delivery subscriptions up 55% in 2021

Loginext

LogiNext reports enrolment in grocery delivery subscriptions up 55% in 2021 New York, USA, Dubai, and Singapore – August 18, 2021 The global online food delivery services market is expected to grow from $115.07 billion in 2020 to $126.91 billion in 2021 Total enrollment in all types of subscription programs surged 30-55% […].

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RFID tech firms merge

Logistics Business Magazine

Omni-ID has announced that it has been acquired by HID Global, worldwide leader in trusted identity solutions. Omni-ID brings to HID its extensive range of ultra-high frequency (UHF) radio frequency identification (RFID) devices, including passive hard tags and labels and a growing range of active devices that are used by world-leading companies to track and monitor manufacturing components, energy infrastructure, logistics containers, IT assets, and equipment on the International Space Station.

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“Transitory” Inflation and Supply Chain Disruption

Logistics Viewpoints

The phrases “transitory inflation” and “supply chain disruption” have been frequently used in the general and business news media this summer. And they have at times been used together to describe the general economic environment. Certainly, supply chain constraints are a partial cause of the current above trend inflation. Furthermore, there is much discussion about the word “transitory,” as used by Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell to describe what he believes is like a short-term phase of