Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
AUGUST 10, 2021
A home shopping television network is an ideal way to sell a product in high volumes, quickly. Once you sign a deal, however, you need the fulfillment know-how to protect your relationship with the network and make sure your operations are ready for order spikes ranging anywhere from 25,000 to 100,000+ orders per day.
Logistics Management
AUGUST 10, 2021
The pending acquisition of Kansas City Southern (KCS) by Canadian National Railway (CN) was the focus on an announcement made today by the Surface Transportation Board (STB), with the STB saying today it is now considering a joint motion filed by CN and KCS, regarding approving the parties’ voting trust agreement.
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Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2021
Virtual private networks (VPNs) have been touted as an effective method to protect computers and networks against system breaches. But they aren’t the complete solution anymore, given the growing sophistication of cyber thieves and hackers.
Logistics Management
AUGUST 10, 2021
Falling 0.003-cents, this week’s national average came in at $3.364 per gallon. This followed a 2.5-cent increase, to $3.367, for the week of August 2, which was preceded by a 0.02-cent decline, to $3.342, for the week of July 26, the first decline it saw in 12 weeks, at the time.
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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
AUGUST 10, 2021
Researchers asked U.S. regulators to pull some sunscreens from the market, including brands such as Coppertone, Banana Boat and Neutrogena, saying they’ve found evidence of a potential carcinogen.
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Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2021
With a growing labor shortage, a boom in e-commerce and a looming peak season, the commingling of humans and robots represents not only relief, but the future of warehouse labor.
Overdrive Online
AUGUST 10, 2021
The bill will move to the House, which is in recess until Sept. 20. If passed by the House as it currently reads, the bill would not include funding for truck parking capacity expansion, but it also excludes a liability insurance minimum increase.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2021
Panasonic System Solutions Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, announced enhancements to the TOUGHBOOK 55 laptop to provide mobile workers with added flexibility, functionality and performance in demanding environments.
Logistics Management
AUGUST 10, 2021
An analysis issued by IHS Markit this week made that case that despite the increasing uncertainty regarding the spreading Delta variant, of the coronavirus, that the trajectory of the ongoing economic activity remains on solid footing.
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
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2021
We've learned from the COVID-19 pandemic that collaboration is essential for a smooth-running and resilient supply chain. When supply chains are formed from diverse and changing partners, however, silos inevitably occur.
NGT News
AUGUST 10, 2021
Nikola Corp., a designer and manufacturer of heavy-duty commercial battery-electric vehicles, fuel-cell electric vehicles and energy infrastructure solutions, has added Alta Equipment Group to its dealer network for its Class 8 truck sales and service coverage. Alta Equipment Group is representing sales and service locations in New York, New Jersey, eastern Pennsylvania and other New […].
Shipping and Freight Resource
AUGUST 10, 2021
The wreckage of the X-Press Pearl may be resting in part at the bottom of the sea peacefully, but the issues surrounding the burning and eventual sinking of the ship has still not come to an end. As per the last statement from X-Press Feeders, operators of the container ship X-Press Pearl, 14 members of the ship’s crew are reportedly still housed in Colombo awaiting clearance and release from the Sri Lankan authorities.
Trucker Dump
AUGUST 10, 2021
Podcast Show Notes Got a whopper of a show for you today, but once again, there is no main topic. I promise this isn’t a new trend. I’ve got some good things lined up for the next few episodes. But for now there’s a fairly long intro where I talk about my company’s hazmat issues, The post TD155: Yes, More Trucking News appeared first on About Truck Driving.
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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.
AIMMS
AUGUST 10, 2021
The post 3 Best Practices for Supply Chain Network Design appeared first on AIMMS.
NGT News
AUGUST 10, 2021
Lightning eMotors, a specialty commercial electric vehicle provider for fleets, and Forest River Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company, have entered into a strategic partnership agreement to deploy up to 7,500 zero-emission shuttle buses. The agreement, with a potential estimated value of up to $850 million, calls for Lightning eMotors to build fully electric powertrains and […].
Now, That's Logistics
AUGUST 10, 2021
As customers emphasize on-time key performance indicators (KPIs), shorter delivery timeframes, and better insights into where their orders are at any given point in the supply chain, freight visibility has become a high-priority area for shippers. By going beyond traditional freight milestones (i.e., when an air shipment leaves the ground or when an ocean shipment arrives in port), modern supply chain visibility platforms provide the complete, accurate, real-time data that all stakeholders are a
Logistics Bureau
AUGUST 10, 2021
Vaccine Supply Chains! A great insight this week from Prashant Yadav. He is a Senior Fellow at the Center for Global Development, Affiliate Professor at INSEAD, and Lecturer at Harvard Medical School. He is a globally recognized scholar in the area of healthcare supply chains. Author of many peer-reviewed scientific publications, his work has been featured in prominent media such as The Economist, The Financial Times, Nature, and BBC.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2021
Recently, Amazon.com informed businesses using its Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA) program that its fulfillment centers are reaching maximum storage capacity. As a result, access to the remaining space is being allocated across all sellers.
Blue Grace Logistics
AUGUST 10, 2021
What This Blog Is About: What is omnichannel and its impact on physical retail? Did the pandemic effect omnichannels? What does the future hold for physical retail? Over the last decade, ever since social media and the IoT became common-place mediums, there has been a change in marketing tools and strategies. The Harvard Business Review identifies that 73% of consumers shop on more than one channel.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2021
Join Dr. Hau Lee and Flex SVP Pat Ring as they discuss the current state of circular economy practices and its latest trends.
Food Logistics
AUGUST 10, 2021
Mike McClelland, SVP of transportation for Kenco Logistics, details why having a 3PL partner that controls the entire process provides greater control, visibility and flexibility.
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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
AUGUST 10, 2021
Operadora Portuaria Centroamericana (OPC), the Honduran subsidiary of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. , has signed a sister port agreement with the Port of Big Creek in Belize to strengthen relations and promote interconnectivity between the two Central American ports. The partnership benefits both ports and their respective areas of influence.
RasTrac
AUGUST 10, 2021
Embarking on a new business journey entails a multitude of moving parts. From understanding the industry you’re breaking into to considering the customer’s journey, there are many things to consider! Starting a Jet Ski rental business is no exception: as temperatures stay hot, people want to get out and be on the water to cool down - so this industry is definitely in demand.
Envase Technologies
AUGUST 10, 2021
Save time by letting systems talk with each other. Oh tech acronyms. We hear them all the time, and most of the time we nod along while in the back of your mind you’re thinking “what the heck are they talking about?!?”. In this tech talk post, we’re going to explain—in plain english—what Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is, what it does to help your business, and how you’re probably using it everyday and don’t even know it.
Truck News
AUGUST 10, 2021
Some of the most fun I had in my trucking career happened when I moved from the C-suite to the front line at MSM Transportation. At the time we were a growing but fledgling fleet that was having trouble connecting the dots in customer service. I figured a month answering phones and scheduling freight would […].
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
MercuryGate
AUGUST 10, 2021
A Transport Management System (TMS) is a specially designed logistics platform that helps logistics managers and supply chain supervisors optimize transportation fleets’ daily operations. At the heart of the issue, supply chain optimization works to plan and execute the physical transportation of goods. Accomplishing this allows supply chain logistics and transportation to be optimized and […].
GoShip Blog
AUGUST 10, 2021
Not all LTL freight is created equal. Different commodities are categorized according to freight class, and this will affect your shipping rates. To properly calculate LTL shipping costs, all cargo is categorized into 18 freight classes. This article will go over the basics of freight class, the 18 different freight classes , how freight class is computed, and why it’s important for shipments. .
Turvo
AUGUST 10, 2021
An enterprise TMS is a logistics platform used to aid businesses in planning, executing, and optimizing the specific functions of handling incoming and outgoing shipments. Often part of a more extensive supply chain management (SCM) system, a TMS helps companies stay compliant and log the proper documentation involved in the complicated processes of freight movement and fulfillment.
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