Blue Grace Logistics
JUNE 1, 2021
While cargo theft has been a pressing problem within the trucking industry, it has witnessed an increase since 2020, through the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent social lockdowns. Electronics and household items are amongst the top stolen goods. Watchdog platforms, 3PL companies, and technology can be important allies in the war against rising cargo crime numbers.
The Logistics of Logistics
JUNE 1, 2021
Texas: It Ain’t Bragging, If It’s True with Jason Giulietti. Jason Giulietti and Joe Lynch discuss Texas: It Ain’t Bragging, If It’s True. Jason is the President of the Greater San Marcos Partnership , which is a regional economic development organization for the areas between San Antonio and Austin. The San Marcos area is booming and many think the city is on a path to becoming America’s next great metropolis. .
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Cyzerg
JUNE 1, 2021
Warehouse conveyor systems are one of the solutions that can help a warehouse run on time and minimize accidents. This is because they can speed up the transportation of items within the warehouse and lessen the risks from handling heavy units. With the help of conveyor systems, a storage facility can run more smoothly and increase its profits.
Logistics Management
JUNE 1, 2021
Portland, Ore.-based DAT Freight & analytics, an online marketplace for spot market truckload freight, and Chicago-based FourKites, a provider of real-time tracking and visibility solutions across transportation modes and digital platforms, recently heralded a strategic partnership focused on bringing FourKite’s real-time, end-to-end supply chain visibility into DAT’s network.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 1, 2021
The lessons of the last year confirm that if all inventory is in one place, any company, regardless of size, is vulnerable to material interruptions in the supply chain.
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Logistics Management
JUNE 1, 2021
ISM said that the report’s key metric, the PMI, at 61.2 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), saw a 0.5% increase, from April to May. This marked the twelfth consecutive month of PMI growth, coupled with May also representing the twelfth consecutive month of growth for the overall economy.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 1, 2021
Joe Klobus, claims and insurance manager with global freight forwarder OEC Group, discusses how the grounding of the containership Ever Given in the Suez Canal brought to light the concept of general average, a centuries-old law that requires shippers to share the losses from such an event.
Logistics Management
JUNE 1, 2021
The company formally kicked off its Tennessee-based services last month, saying these moves, in tandem with the company’s broader expansion, have increased delivery coverage by almost 18%, reaching an additional 979 new zip codes throughout 16 states.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 1, 2021
Corporate commitments to ESG and long-term sustainable value creation reached an inflection point in 2019 when over 180 CEOs of leading US businesses threw their weight behind ‘Stakeholder Capitalism’—a concept that holds a business accountable to all its stakeholders - be it investors, employees, suppliers, customers, or communities.
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
Talking Logistics
JUNE 1, 2021
It is no secret that data-driven decision making is critical to business success. In fact, a recent Market Research Future snapshot reports the global machine learning market, which has significantly advanced the way companies make data-driven decisions, will grow from $7.3 billion in 2020 to $30.6 billion in 2024. This is good news for the. Read more Four Steps to Strengthen Decision Making for Logistics Success.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 1, 2021
The cyberattack forced the shutdown of all of JBS’s U.S. beef plants, which account for almost a quarter of American supplies.
GoShip Blog
JUNE 1, 2021
In this fast-paced world, everyone is seeking quick and reliable delivery services. According to a survey, 64.3% of online shoppers expect cost-effective or free and fast delivery of goods. Likewise, business owners are also trying to provide their customers with the best ecommerce shipping options. When it comes to shipping freight, business owners need to know their margins when estimating and analyzing shipping prices.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 1, 2021
A discussion about the impact of the semiconductor shortage on automotive manufacturers, with Dan Hearsch, Managing Director, lead of the Automotive Practice in the Americas, and co-lead of the Global Automotive and Industrials Practice, with AlixPartners.
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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.
NGT News
JUNE 1, 2021
7-Eleven Inc., an international chain of convenience stores, says it is building at least 500 direct current fast-charging (DCFC) ports at 250 select U.S. and Canada stores by the end of 2022. Owned and operated by 7-Eleven, the new DCFC ports will increase charging options for electric vehicle (EV) drivers by adding to the company’s […].
AIMMS
JUNE 1, 2021
The post 5 Reasons Why You Need Advanced Analytics in S&OE appeared first on AIMMS.
NGT News
JUNE 1, 2021
Albertsons Companies, the second-largest grocery chain in the U.S., has received two Volvo VNR Electric trucks at its distribution center in Irvine, Calif. The VNR Electric models from Volvo Trucks North America are the first zero tailpipe emission, battery-electric Class 8 trucks to be deployed in Albertsons’ company-wide fleet and will be serving Albertsons, Vons […].
Overdrive Online
JUNE 1, 2021
Video and more on 86-year-old Pentz's 1950s classic West Coast spec dual-breather/twin-stacks B61, originally built for Coor's brewery, in this installment in Paul Marhoefer's "Faces of the Road" series of profiles/oral histories.
Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader
Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,
Bulk Connection
JUNE 1, 2021
In the first four months of 2021, bulk freight shippers have seen tight capacity and high rates for bulk trucking services. Both of those trends have continued in May and show no signs of letting up as we head into summer. In this article, we’ll examine the current bulk freight landscape as well as one of the main causes of tight capacity: the driver shortage.
Logistics Management
JUNE 1, 2021
Private fleet creation and expansion are career make-or-break initiatives, so make sure to check out what others have experienced before you go private.
WorkWave
JUNE 1, 2021
Time To Read: 10 minutes. Starting your own business is no simple task and finding success is a significant accomplishment. If you ask five different pest control operators (PCOs) what motivated them to start their own business, there’s a high probability that you’ll get five different responses. They may have started their business with the aim of passing it down as a family business, or perhaps with the ambition of growing it to include multiple locations, or with the intent to one day sell th
Logistics Management
JUNE 1, 2021
Today the lifeblood of business is data. How companies leverage data is what separates leaders from laggards.
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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
JUNE 1, 2021
Thomann , the music supplies retailer with the highest revenues worldwide, has expanded its logistics centre over the years with the help of intralogistics expert TGW. The mecca of German musicians is in Treppendorf. Thousands of people visit the small Upper Franconian village counting 201 inhabitants every year. Their destination is Musikhaus Thomann, the music supplies retailer with the highest revenues worldwide.
NGT News
JUNE 1, 2021
Following six months of stakeholder input, Duke Energy, a U.S.-based energy holding company, has recently filed an additional $56 million proposal of Phase II programs to continue the advancement of transportation electrification in North Carolina. The filing follows the November 2020 North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) order approving the company’s $25 million Phase I electric […].
Freight Center
JUNE 1, 2021
When it comes to packaging your freight, there are 3 common problems that many shippers face; possible damage during transit, your shipment damages another shipment in transit, or the pickup of your shipment is refused because of poor packaging. Freight packaging honestly isn’t that difficult, you just need to learn a little bit about freight packaging basics and apply common sense.
Logistics Business Magazine
JUNE 1, 2021
Interroll is expanding its range of services to continuously improve convenience for system integrators and end users. To this end, Interroll is placing its services for new and existing customers, marketed under the name “Interroll Lifetime Service”, on a new organisational footing. The company has therefore created a central service unit in Sinsheim, Germany, which is responsible for European spare parts and repair management, maintenance, installation services and training measure
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The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.
FreightWaves SONAR
JUNE 1, 2021
The global semiconductor shortage seems to be the first, second, third and only issue in the auto industry right now. Maybe that’s not exactly true – there are also issues related to the semiconductor shortage, such as record used vehicle prices, consumers buying early in order to get their desired vehicles, and vows to ditch just-in-time inventory management.
MercuryGate
JUNE 1, 2021
Today’s e-commerce-led world can be challenging but made easier by the development and implementation of digital freight. Essentially, digital logistics make up the newest way to connect carriers and shippers. The digitization in the supply chain is crucial to the success of the industry. With all of the latest technology released every year, it can […].
Logistics Business Magazine
JUNE 1, 2021
Associated British Ports ( ABP ) has chosen internationally active optimisation specialist INFORM to provide a scalable terminal operating system solution. With the aim of transforming ABP into the one-stop store for the vehicle’s journey from manufacturer to destination, the collaboration kicks off at the Port of Southampton. Among ABP’s 21 ports, Southampton stands out as the UK’s number one vehicle handling port, handling around 900,000 vehicles per year.
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