Wed.Mar 18, 2020

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The Digitization of Customer Order Channels

Talking Logistics

If you’re a supplier, nothing makes you happier than receiving a customer order—and the more orders you get, the better. However, there are many different ways for customers to transmit those orders, from highly automated approaches to manual entry. What challenges does this create for suppliers? How can technology and digital networks streamline and automate.

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Tapping IoT Data to Drive Last-Mile Delivery

IoT World Today

The recent rise of e-commerce generally – and the powerful influence of e-commerce leader Amazon specifically – changes the rules in freight asset management. A case in point is last-mile delivery, an area where IoT (Internet of Things) data may not yet be fully tapped. The Amazon Prime push for two-day – and even same-day – delivery has altered perceptions of what’s possible in shipping.

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Prologis report examines impact of coronavirus on logistics real estate

Logistics Management

The wide-ranging report provides myriad takeaways of the current situation, with a working thesis that coronavirus presents risks to economic growth that would likewise affect real estate in the near term, coupled with significant disruptions, to a magnitude, or levels, that are clearly unknown.

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The Ongoing Impact of Coronavirus

Logistics Viewpoints

Coronavirus continues to impact the world, stunting supply chains and the global economy. The impact has been far reaching, and at Logistics Viewpoints, we have documented many areas of concern, including the impact on manufacturing supply chains in Southeast Asia, the automotive and pharmaceutical supply chains, the high-tech supply chain, and the impact on retail.

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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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Material Handling Tips That Every Factory Worker Must Know About

Morai Logistics

Safety in factories is paramount—here are some material handling tips for factory workers. This week our friends from Quality Scales Unlimited are contributing to our blog. Quality Scales Unlimited is a company that “sells all types of scale equipment, from highly sensitive lab scales to heavy capacity truck scales.” (Learn more about them here ).

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Siemens Unveils First Converted ‘Electric Avenue’ in the U.K.

NGT News

Siemens has unveiled the U.K.’s first residential avenue fully converted to provide lamppost electric vehicle (EV) charging points. Coined ‘Electric Avenue, W9,’ Sutherland Avenue in London offers motorists an accessible way to charge their EVs. The project, in collaboration with ubitricity and Westminster City Council, has successfully converted 24 lamp posts into EV charge points […].

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The worst may be yet to come for global supply chains

Logistics Management

Many companies, especially small and medium-sized businesses do not have well-developed alternate suppliers outside of China, and finding new suppliers, qualifying them, and scheduling production is no easy task.

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Fontaine Modification Opens New Facility to Support Detroit Chassis

NGT News

Fontaine Modification has opened its 10th modification center. The new facility, located in the greater Detroit area, will provide modifications for Ford’s F-59 and F-53 stripped chassis assembled by Detroit Chassis. This becomes the fourth facility operating under the Light-Duty Truck & EV Solutions division. Fontaine Modification will provide customized body prep packages, suspension modifications/upgrades […].

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DAT Truckload Volume Index trends down in February

Logistics Management

DAT noted that February’s decreases were in line with seasonal trends, while not “necessarily attributable to factory closures during the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak in China.” And it added that import traffic was already in decline, due to a scheduled lull for Chinese New Year, with the gap in traffic extended longer than expected, truckload demand in West Coast markets will be more likely to rebound slowly.

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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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Getting Your Workplace Ready for COVID-19

LandLink

In January 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak of a new coronavirus disease in Hubei Province, China to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. WHO stated there is a high risk of the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) spreading to other countries around the world. WHO and public health authorities around the world are taking action to contain the COVID-19 outbreak.

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FedEx fiscal third quarter earnings come up short of expectations

Logistics Management

Earnings per share, at $1.41, fell short of Wall Street expectations of $1.43, and revenue, at $17.5 billion, was up 1% annually. Net income, at $315 million, dropped 57% for the same period, and quarterly operating income, at $411 million, was down 55%.

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What Are the Most Important 2020 Freight Metrics to Know?

GlobalTranz

In early 2020, the market forecast for freight looked bright. The turmoil of the U.S.-China trade war appeared at an end, and few disruptions were believed to cause issues in 2020. Then, coronavirus happened to spread, and now, it will impact global supply chains. It is only a matter of time. Fortunately, understanding the facts.read More. The post What Are the Most Important 2020 Freight Metrics to Know?

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3PLS Need Technology to Stay Competitive

Trinity Logistics

Picture what it was to be a 3PL (third-party logistics company) 30 years ago. Filing cabinets were full of paper documents. Fax machines, handwritten documents, and corded phones were the way of communication. There were no navigational systems, only paper maps. Thanks to advancements in technology, 3PLs can function without filing cabinets. Now documents can be saved to the cloud and sent in seconds through email.

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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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[PODCAST] Building a Life of Logistics Love: From the Military to Civilian Logistics

GlobalTranz

Listen to “Building a Life of Logistics Love & Preparedness: From the Military to Civilian Logistics” on Spreaker. Freight & Logistics Resources 2020 Strategic Freight Management Trends Download White Paper An Introduction to Blockchain and Its Potential Benefits and Drawbacks in Supply Chain Management Download White Paper Revenue Growth At The Hand Of Improved Digital.read More.

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IDTechEx: The Medium- and Heavy-Duty Truck Market is Evolving

NGT News

According to IDTechEx’s new Electric Trucks 2020-2030 report, the medium- and heavy-duty truck market is transitioning towards an all-electric future. Governments around the world, recognizing the repercussions of climate change and witnessing the detrimental impact on human health from vehicle exhaust pollutant emissions in urban environments, are taking decisive action, that will, in the coming […].

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COVID-19 – South African shipping perspective

Shipping and Freight Resource

South Africa has a coastline of 3,900 km with trade in and out being serviced by 8 operational ports shown as below. Image from Transnet. Transnet National Port Authority is one of five operating divisions of Transnet SOC Ltd??? and is responsible for the safe, effective and efficient economic functioning of the national port system, which it manages in a landlord capacity.

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Pod Point Secures Financing to Fund EV Charging Infrastructure

NGT News

Triodos Bank U.K. has provided the financing to support the development of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure with a loan to Pod Point, one of the U.K.’s largest providers of EV charging. Alongside funding from Tesco and Volkswagen, the debt facility will help hundreds of EV charge points to be supplied, operated and maintained by […].

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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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The dog with a (very important) job

World Food Programme Logistics

‘World Puppy Day’: Meet Foxtrot, the wonderdog on a mission Rescued by World Food Programme staff, the canine star recounts his experiences in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh Showing off my ID tag. I’ve since got a new one with a picture that accurately reflects what I look like now. Photo: WFP To mark Monday 23 March, ‘World Puppy Day’ (not an official UN day?

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Coronavirus Takes Toll on Port of L.A. Cargo Volume

Logistics Manager

The Port of Los Angeles moved 544,037 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) in February, a 22.9% decrease in cargo volume compared to last year, and declines are expected to continue in March. “While cargo volumes are important, the coronavirus is first and foremost a public health crisis that needs to be brought under control with the collaboration of governments and medical experts from around the world,” said Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka.

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COVID-19’s Impact on the Global Automotive Industry

Mazars Ledger

As COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc on financial markets across the globe, the automotive industry is bracing for substantial and… The post COVID-19’s Impact on the Global Automotive Industry appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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MSC Ships 30-Meter Project Cargo Pieces Stuck in Mumbai

Logistics Manager

MSC India received a call to move three 30-meter asphalt vacuum distillation scrubbers from India to Iraq. Each of the scrubbers was 30 meters long and weighed 46 tons. They had been stuck at the Port of Mumbai for two months with no carrier ready to pick them up and time was running out to get the pieces to an asphalt production plant in Iraq where they were urgently needed.

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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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COVID-19’s Impact on the Global Automotive Industry

Mazars Ledger

As COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc on financial markets across the globe, the automotive industry is bracing for substantial and… The post COVID-19’s Impact on the Global Automotive Industry appeared first on The Ledger - Mazars USA.

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Port of Seattle Implements New Protocols for Safe and Healthy Trade and Air Travel

Logistics Manager

The Port of Seattle announced changes this week to maintain the safety, health, and well-being of passengers and employees using Port facilities, including Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The new protocols build on steps the Port began taking one month ago when public health officials first announced that a Washington resident was ill with the new novel coronavirus.

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INOX Signs MoU With Shell for LNG Distribution

NGT News

INOXCVA India Pvt. Ltd., an Indian company that specializes in cryogenic liquid storage, distribution and re-gas solutions, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Shell Energy India Pvt. Ltd. The MoU calls for the creation of an LNG distribution infrastructure – including logistics and receiving facilities – and will offer LNG access to the […].

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Under the economic crisis, Is the supply chain moving forward or backward?

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Economic crisis, a familiar and unfamiliar word to all of you, but you know that an economic crisis has come quietly. Affected by this epidemic, the country ’s economy has stopped advancing, enterprises and factories have ceased production, and many industries have been implicated, losing a lot of money. Although this is only a temporary impact, through this fuse, a series of reactions will be triggered.

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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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Coronavirus: WFP ready to rise to the challenge

World Food Programme Logistics

UN agency puts expertise and infrastructure at the service of pandemic response True to its nature as an agency that is always on the frontline of the toughest emergencies, WFP is already providing support in the response to the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, and adapting its planning to ensure operations can carry on in a highly volatile environment.

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EazyStock’s commitment to customers and partners during the COVID-19 crisis

EazyStock

EazyStock customers and partners, While everyone across the world continues to navigate the uncertainty of COVID-19, EazyStock is committed to supporting your business throughout the course of this pandemic and to ensure continuity of service at all times. We are fortunate to be part of a larger organization, Syncron , with a broad customer portfolio that consists of both large enterprises and SMB’s.

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HMM Deploys Underwater Robots for Hull Cleaning

Logistics Manager

HMM announced that it plans to replace human laborers in a risky environment with underwater robots when it comes to hull cleaning work on its vessels. Underwater robots help to prevent industrial accidents and cut environmental pollution. As part of the plan to use the automated robots to clean underwater parts of hull surfaces, HMM has signed a cooperation agreement with TAS GLOBAL CO., LTD., a domestic manufacturer specializing in underwater robots.