Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MAY 6, 2021
If your business isn’t already selling through multiple channels, you’re probably considering it. With good reason, given that 85% of American shoppers purchase through a minimum of two channels. However, along with the benefits of multi-channel sales comes the challenge of multi-channel order fulfillment.
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 6, 2021
Seventy-one percent of the surface of our “blue planet” is covered by oceans which is also reflected in the fact that 80% of goods are moved via sea transportation within the global supply chain [1]. Ships also account for around 3% of worldwide greenhouse gas emissions [2] , contributing to the acceleration of climate change. This in turn leads to melting ice caps, rising sea levels, and threatened biodiversity.
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Shipsta
MAY 6, 2021
If you’re trying to figure out what’s happening with freight rates right now, you’re not alone. For the last year, we’ve all seen market predictions flipped on their head from one day to the next – and we’re still no closer to understanding what’s coming next.
RasTrac
MAY 6, 2021
Snow and ice create hazardous driving conditions for motorists. Learn how to optimize snowplow operations with GPS tracking solutions like Rastrac.
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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.
Food Logistics
MAY 6, 2021
VignoblExport’s strong market reputation, large customer base and unique service capabilities will strengthen Hillebrand’s current offering and allow it to service end-consumers directly.
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Food Logistics
MAY 6, 2021
In order to truly optimize cost of goods sold operations, businesses must begin to include transportation under their COGS umbrella.
Logistics Management
MAY 6, 2021
Logistics Management Group News Editor recently spoke with Malcolm Wilson, CEO of XPO Logistics, Europe, and incoming CEO of GXO Logistics, soon to be XPO's standalone global contract logistics group. Wilson provided Berman with an overview of current market conditions, how XPO has responded to the COVID-19 pandemic and what is in store for GXO Logistics.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 6, 2021
Finding warehouse space around Toronto has never been harder, and the e-commerce fueled shortage is disrupting businesses and threatening the broader economy.
Overdrive Online
MAY 6, 2021
Weekley introduced Barb Duncan last week and will finish her story Friday on “Overdrive’s Music to Truck By: Today’s tunes from the men and women behind the wheel." The program airs from 10 a.m. to noon Eastern each Friday.
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
MAY 6, 2021
Unilever Plc and other big retail brands are among consumer giants adopting a toolkit to audit their shipping supply chains in an effort to help bring seafarers stuck on commercial vessels back home and eliminate human rights risks.
Blue Grace Logistics
MAY 6, 2021
BlueGrace Logistics has pledged Silver-level patronage to RED and professional development modules for graduates. TAMPA, FL (May 06, 2021) – BlueGrace Logistics (BlueGrace), a hypergrowth, third-party logistics provider (3PL) today announced their partnership with Atlanta-based non-profit, Rehabilitation Enables Dreams (RED). This collaboration is BlueGrace’s latest addition to their Diversity and Inclusion Initiative, which began in 2020 as an internal training program for employees and has sin
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 6, 2021
With the crisis stretching into its fifth month and getting worse, automakers are getting creative to keep at least some production moving forward.
Now, That's Logistics
MAY 6, 2021
When the mega-ship Ever Given ran aground in the Suez Canal in March, it blocked vessels from using this vital maritime artery for six full days. The toll this incident has taken on global trade is incalculable. Meanwhile, the Suez Canal Authority (SCA) contends that the damages it has suffered — including salvage costs, lost business, and damage to its reputation — are incalculable.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 6, 2021
Brian Alster, general manager of third-party risk and compliance with Dun & Bradstreet, shares the firm’s research on the continuing global impact of the Suez Canal blockage by a giant containership.
NGT News
MAY 6, 2021
WattEV, a company focused on transitioning the U.S. trucking industry to zero emissions, says it is building a pilot electric truck stop in Bakersfield, Calif. The 110-acre truck stop, positioned near logistics fulfillment centers run by Amazon and Walmart, will feature a solar micro-grid with battery storage and grid energy from PG&E. WattEV says it […].
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 6, 2021
Simon Croom, professor of supply chain management at the University of San Diego School of Business, discusses what it will take for Volkswagen and other automakers to create a truly green vehicle and its supporting supply chain.
Ship Monk
MAY 6, 2021
Ahoy, matey! If you’re anything like us, the urge to stretch your sea legs has been keeping you tossing and turning at night. Sure, you’ve built an incredible brand , razzled and dazzled your target demographic , and reached the apex of sales conversions … but is there more? . The answer, of course, is yes! Going global with your eCommerce business is often the final frontier for ambitious entrepreneurs looking to grow, grow, grow.
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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
MAY 6, 2021
Supply shortages during the pandemic have underscored the need for data accuracy, visibility and sharing across multiple parties within the healthcare system.
Blue Grace Logistics
MAY 6, 2021
The COVID-19 outbreak has had profound impact on global freight networks and having far-reaching implications on the overall global economy. While social distancing norms are still in place across the transport industry, trade volumes have continued to skyrocket—mounting a challenge to the resiliency of the supply chain. The pandemic has also increased the volume of e-commerce trade.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 6, 2021
MIT Professional Education has launched a new Professional Certificate Program in Industry 4.0.
Blue Grace Logistics
MAY 6, 2021
The COVID-19 outbreak has had profound impact on global freight networks and having far-reaching implications on the overall global economy. While social distancing norms are still in place across the transport industry, trade volumes have continued to skyrocket—mounting a challenge to the resiliency of the supply chain. The pandemic has also increased the volume of e-commerce trade.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 6, 2021
Basware, a procure-to-pay and e-invoicing solution, has added diversity data to its Supplier Management solution, allowing customers to identify minority-owned and small business suppliers within their base.
NGT News
MAY 6, 2021
Nikola Corp., a company that specializes in zero-emissions transportation and infrastructure solutions, says it is collaborating with Total Transportation Services Inc. (TTSI), a Southern California-based port trucking company, to expedite zero-emission transportation at the Port of Los Angeles/Long Beach. The collaboration includes vehicle trials and a letter of intent (LOI) to order 100 Nikola Class […].
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 6, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced brands and retailers alike to adapt their business models and supply chain practices.
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 6, 2021
With the pandemic causing a swing away from the high street towards online, businesses looking to keep their operations viable during these challenging trading conditions are investing increasingly in an automated warehouse. Andrey Kazachkov , Head of Warehouse Automation at premier custom software development provider First Line Software , reveals what questions you need to ask before taking the plunge.
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
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 6, 2021
Airspace, a provider of time-critical shipping, has launched AirTraceTM, a fully integrated solution to monitor time-critical shipments in real time through the Airspace platform.
Conger
MAY 6, 2021
This article is all about forklift propane fuel system troubleshooting. So if your propane forklift won’t start, you’re in the right place. You'll learn the most common fuel system problems that can cause a no-start situation. And you'll get a step-by-step guide to fixing them. Let's dive in! Table of Contents. How Does a Propane Forklift Fuel System Work?
Trimble
MAY 6, 2021
In the second and final part of our Q&A with software engineers Jim Clark and Miles Carlsten, share more on how machine learning is changing the way Trimble MAPS improves map automation by leveraging leading-edge data.
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