Stop Toiling in Obscurity with Ann Holm
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 29, 2020
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What Omnichannel Supply Chain Analytics Should I Know?
GlobalTranz
MAY 29, 2020
In the omnichannel world, supply chain leaders need to understand every process and activity. Unfortunately, omnichannel also means more data in every aspect of your operation. Omnichannel supply chain analytics provide the level of insight needed to succeed in the omnichannel-driven world. Supply chain leaders need to understand the challenges of applying omnichannel analytics, how.read More.
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Liberty Cold
Food Logistics
MAY 29, 2020
We raise the bar on cold storage warehousing with flexible, scalable cold storage space supported by the best equipment and latest technology. We are your cold storage, 3PL, and HPP partner.
Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry
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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.
FedEx & UPS Suspended Service Guarantees During Covid. So, How Are They Performing?
Logistics Management
MAY 29, 2020
At the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, both FedEx and UPS suspended service guarantees, citing that business closures had impacted their ability to meet high standards of delivery service. However, both carriers have exception codes that invalidate money-back guarantees when delivery is attempted to a business is closed, which left many shippers scratching their heads – and out hundreds or thousands of dollars in lost refunds.
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Trimble and Kuebix roll out upgrades to Community Load Match platform
Logistics Management
MAY 29, 2020
The companies said that the new version of Community Load Match represents “the first milestone” in their shared goal of a connected transportation supply chain, with Community Load Match now enabling shippers to use advanced matching capabilities to more easily find available carriers for truckload shipments and also leverage improved map visualization through the Trimble MAPS offering.
Transparency, history, strategy from the other side of the fence with a food-industry broker ? part 1
Overdrive Online
MAY 29, 2020
Listen: As the crisis of the last two months has done so much to expose bad actors among brokerages and spur a push for market fairness, Part 1 of the views from a longtime broker (and onetime former owner-operator), East Coast Transport's Paul Berman, in trucking since the 1970s. Listen: As the crisis of the last two months has done so much to expose bad actors among brokerages and spur a push for market fairness, Part 1 of the views from a longtime broker (and onetime former owner-operator), E
5 Ways to Crisis-Proof Your Supply Chain
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
MAY 29, 2020
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s no secret that hundreds of thousands of manufacturers across the globe are under great amounts of stress. Most have had to scramble to protect their employees, address business challenges and risks, meet demand, and ultimately, survive. With social distancing initiatives in effect, work has shifted radically with a large majority of employees […].
What?s the value of a human life? Trucking?s no stranger to tradeoffs raised by COVID-19
Overdrive Online
MAY 29, 2020
While cost/benefit numbers are worth taking into account, it’s usually common sense, and sometimes common political pressure, sensible or not, that rules the day. .
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
FTR Shippers Conditions Index sees COVID-driven gains
Logistics Management
MAY 29, 2020
For March, the most recent month for which data is available, the SCI came in at 19.7, which more than doubled February’s 7.93 reading and was ahead of January’s 3.73, which is the lowest SCI reading going back to October 2018.
Going Green: 7 Tips for an Eco-Friendlier, Waste-Free Apartment
Compactor Management Company
MAY 29, 2020
Zero waste is the goal for those hoping to leave a smaller carbon footprint. How can 68% of the earth’s population that lives in urban areas reduce their waste? Here are seven tips for an eco-friendlier, waste-free apartment. The First Step. You will realize the amount of trash created in your apartment once you start to pay attention. Make a list either on your phone or a re-writable board.
Feel Good Friday: How Grocers Help Farmers and Families
Freight Center
MAY 29, 2020
The effects on the global supply chain from COVID-19 could be felt for a while. Two groups of people who have been heavily impacted are farmers and food suppliers. With restrictions imposed on the farming and food distribution industries, there has been a surplus in supply of grocery items that has gone to waste. But one grocer is stepping up to the plate to help farmers and families.
U.S. rail carload and intermodal units are down for the week ending May 23, reports AAR
Logistics Management
MAY 29, 2020
Rail carloads—at 190,639—saw a 27.5% annual decline, and intermodal containers and trailers—at 238,076—saw an 11.2% annual decline.
Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Los Angeles, Long Beach Ports Upgrade NZEs to Highest TRL
NGT News
MAY 29, 2020
The California Natural Gas Vehicle Partnership has recognized the actions of North America’s largest shipping ports – Los Angeles and Long Beach – to officially upgrade the commercially available, near-zero-emission (NZE) heavy-duty natural gas trucks to the highest Technology Readiness Level – TRL 9 – in their Feasibility Assessment for Drayage Trucks.
COVID-19 and the Death of the Post-World War II Economy
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 29, 2020
While traditional higher education will remain a valuable asset, we are witnessing the death of our post-World War II, post-Industrial Revolution economy, where workers earned a steady paycheck for 40 years with a corporate entity, then retired comfortably at 65 with few or no hiccups.
Pasadena Adds Tritium Chargers to Marengo Charging Plaza
NGT News
MAY 29, 2020
Tritium, a global company specializing in DC fast-charging technologies, was awarded a contract from the city of Pasadena, Calif., to install 20 Tritium RT50/50 kW DC fast-chargers. The addition of the 20 fast-chargers, in combination with 24 Tesla superchargers, has made the Marengo Charging Plaza the largest public-access DC fast-charging location in the U.S.
Bollor? Logistics to cut over 11,500 Tons of CO2 Emissions
Logistics Manager
MAY 29, 2020
Total Solar Distributed Generation (DG) has completed a solar rooftop for Bolloré Logistics ’ Green Hub in Pioneer Turn, Singapore. With a capacity of nearly 1 MW, the system generates an estimated 1.3 GWh of electricity per year. Over the lifetime of the solar rooftop, Bolloré Logistics will avoid over 11,500 tons of CO2 emissions. With over 2,400 panels, the solar PV system is expected to cover 30 percent of the building’s power needs.
How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces
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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.
FedEx Delivers Relief Shipment to U.S. in Fight against COVID-19
Airfreight Logistics
MAY 29, 2020
FedEx is helping the Vietnam Red Cross Society transport thousands of donated medical masks to the American Red Cross in the United States. The American Red Cross maintains a limited inventory of personal protective equipment (PPE) in order to maintain readiness to respond to disasters across the country and to support the collection of about 40% of the United States’ blood supply.
COSCO SHIPPING Lines Launches New Far East ? East Africa Services
Logistics Manager
MAY 29, 2020
COSCO SHIPPING Lines have announced their newest East Africa product. In the middle of May 2020, COSCO will adjust its Far East to East Africa services which will offer two weekly direct sailings between Central China, Southern China, Singapore, Malaysia, Kenya and Tanzania. The rotation will be as follows, EAX1 – Kenya Express Shanghai – Ningbo – Nansha – Singapore – Tanjung Pelepas – Mombasa – Tanjung Pelepas – Singapore – Shanghai EAX2 – Tanzania Express Singapore – Tanjung Pelepas – Da
What Is the Value of Customer Experience in Freight?
MercuryGate
MAY 29, 2020
Automation in a transportation management system (TMS), among other innovations in the supply chain, has improved performance and resulted in higher returns on investment. These innovations focus on improving customer experience in freight and have a real impact. According to Supply Chain Brain, the “customer experience is disrupting and changing the supply-chain world from the […].
Kale Logistics Introduces e-DO Solution for Maritime Logistics
Logistics Manager
MAY 29, 2020
The processes in Maritime Trade are traditionally burdened with much paperwork and manual interventions. Kale Logistics Solutions has introduced Electronic-Delivery Order (e-DO) which is a state-of-the-art digital service facilitated by Kale to remove the burden of administrative tasks and facilitate e-DO (creation and filing) without any hassles. Kale’s e-DO platform has the capability to issue Master and House Delivery Order for multiple shipping lines.
GEP Outlook Report 2024
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Backorder Management (Chapter 10)
Camelot 3PL Software
MAY 29, 2020
This is Chapter 10 of 13 in our eBook on eCommerce Fulfillment for 3PL Warehouses. See the link below to download the full ebook. One of the most common exceptions that occurs most frequently is a Stock-Out. When an order cannot be fulfilled in its entirety, a decision needs to be made on how to handle the order, and there are many outcomes. Some of these outcomes include: Short Ship The warehouse is expected to ship what they have, never ship the remainder, close the order.
How to build an effective in-house driver recruiter strategy
Truck News
MAY 29, 2020
Every company has a visible set of values, whether they know it or not. Whether they have formalized those values in a company statement or not, they exist and are visible in a multiple of ways both positive and negative. This is the essence of culture, and you cannot impose values on people; values develop […].
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo Expands Cargo Services
Airfreight Logistics
MAY 29, 2020
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo has announced that this summer the carrier will operate services to around 30 longhaul destinations. This week, the carrier increased flight frequency to Johannesburg, Bangkok, Beijing and Shanghai. In the coming week, they will restore operations to Houston and increase flight frequency to Bamako, Ouagadougou, Chicago, Toronto, Dubai, Hong Kong and Singapore.
Time to rethink the global supply chain
Truck News
MAY 29, 2020
If supply chain weren’t already a boardroom topic, it quickly became one thanks to Covid-19. One of the most important tests for a supply chain is its resiliency in the face of crisis. Many Canadian companies have supply chains that span not only interprovincial borders, but also international borders. That makes for a lot of […].
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
Southern California?s logistics networks at the crossroads as pandemic ebbs
Logistics Management
MAY 29, 2020
CMA CGM Group donated 200,000 face masks to help support the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic in Los Angeles, but a new report says that long-term strategic aid will still be needed for Southern California to fully recover.
Finnair Adds Cargo Capacity by Removing Seats from Two A330 Wide-body Aircraft
Airfreight Logistics
MAY 29, 2020
Finnair has modified two Airbus A330 aircraft for cargo use by removing economy class seats from the cabin to enable freight to be carried in the cabin, in addition to the cargo hold. With these changes, the cargo capacity of the aircraft nearly doubles. The free cabin space will be used mainly for shipping supplies needed in the coronavirus pandemic.
Reliable Voice Recognition while Wearing a Mask
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 29, 2020
The coronavirus has taken hold around the world, and all parts of the economy have a duty to help slow the spread of the virus. An increasing number of logistics firms are implementing measures to maintain operations and protect their workforce. Masks, or even simple face coverings, are now standard items of clothing in many warehouses, as they are in everyday life.
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