Mon.Mar 23, 2020

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The Trinity Foundation Partners with the Salvation Army to Provide Meals for Local School Children

Trinity Logistics

The Trinity Foundation partnered with the Salvation Army to provide meals for Seaford, Del. area children that are out of school during shutdowns associated with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The Foundation was able to provide $3000 towards purchasing meals to feed 800 children daily in the Seaford and Woodbridge school districts. Foundation volunteers spent evenings at the Salvation Army’s location in Seaford, Del. packing the meals for distribution.

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Are You Considering Purchasing Electric Trucks? There is a Lot to Think About

Logistics Viewpoints

Companies with sustainability initiatives related to reducing greenhouse trucks often consider purchasing electric trucks. But companies need to pay attention to more than the purchase price. In particular, considerations surrounding the charging infrastructure can be complex. The post Are You Considering Purchasing Electric Trucks? There is a Lot to Think About appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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A Mental Break From Coronavirus

Talking Logistics

On Monday mornings, I usually write a post about some emerging trend or topic in the world of supply chain and logistics. But with coronavirus dominating the headlines in all aspects of our lives, I’m taking a mental break this Monday morning to share some words from a book I rediscovered on my bookshelf. The post A Mental Break From Coronavirus appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Uber Freight rolls out efforts to aid shippers and carriers during coronavirus pandemic

Logistics Management

San Francisco-based Uber Freight, a subsidiary of the ubiquitous, ride-sharing service Uber, whose proprietary app matches trucking companies with loads to haul, said today that it is rolling out a series of initiatives focused on supporting carriers and shippers, coupled with keeping essential goods moving, during what it called “uncertain times,” due to the coronavirus.

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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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Weathering the Virus Outbreak, Retailers Must Also Prepare for Its End

Supply Chain Brain

As bad as things might seem right now, the situation is temporary — and retailers must be prepared for the flood of consumer demand that will be released by economic recovery.

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Week two amid the outbreak: The little things we lean on in the face of the unknown

Overdrive Online

'Duck and Cover! Duck and Cover!' The old cold war directive rings through the head of Long Haul Paul Marhoefer in a shipping clerk's office under the withering glare of a man wearing a bandanna mask, Lone Ranger-style. "With a Hail Mary in my head, I wash my hands.".

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How COVID-19 Presents Opportunity for Companies to Improve Shipping Expenses

Food Logistics

While the Coronavirus outbreak will create major challenges to businesses all over the world, it could also present an opportunity for companies to improve their shipping expenses.

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E-Commerce Freight Shipping in 2020: Is This the Year Heavier Freight in E-Commerce Proliferates?

GlobalTranz

The state of e-commerce continues to move more toward heavier, non-traditional online purchases. The trend has been evident in recent years, but heavier freight remained on the fringe of e-commerce shipping. However, the state of the industry is changing in the wake of the coronavirus, or COVID-19, and shippers need to understand why and what.read More.

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The Final Three Feet is Really Really Important (As We Are Re-Learning)

10xLogistics

Back in April 2, 2013 I wrote a blog post entitled, " Is the 'Final Three Feet' The Most Important Logistics Leg" and it was created after I saw so many empty shelves at a Wal-Mart and I saw how they were restocking in an almost haphazard and unplanned way. Of course anyone in retail knows an empty shelf facing translates into a lost sale. It is very simple.

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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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Gartner highlights three key areas related to coronavirus that supply chain leaders should focus on

Logistics Management

With the new coronavirus impacting global supply chains, supply chain leaders should focus on three impact areas for their initial crisis management, according to Gartner, Inc.

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DEC, NYSERDA Utilize Volkswagen Settlement to Support All-Electric Buses

NGT News

The State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) say more than $24 million is now available to replace diesel-powered transit buses with new all-electric transit buses, which will help improve air quality, reduce the greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change and promote investment […].

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Top Logistics and Transportation Trends That Will Shape 2020 and Beyond

Trans Global Auto Logistics

Written for tgal.us by guest contributor Jem Breem . Last year was a great year for the logistics and transportation industry around the world. In the US alone,? an SJ Consulting Group estimate ?puts the packages delivered domestically to be around 8.6 billion. The staggering growth of e-commerce and increased domestic spending has led to this unprecedented boom in logistics companies.

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LowCVP’s New Guide Highlights Decarbonization of Commercial Fleets

NGT News

A new guide from the Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LowCVP) for fleet operators shows how renewable fuels can immediately cut greenhouse gas emissions in road transport, particularly from commercial vehicles for which few low emission solutions are currently available. While the focus has been mainly on vehicle electrification for meeting the U.K.’s net-zero target as […].

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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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Software remains a top priority at Modex 2020

Logistics Management

As fulfillment requirements become more complex, software rises to the challenge of enabling automated systems

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Port of Los Angeles Moving Cargo and Safeguarding Workforce during COVID-19 Outbreak

Logistics Manager

The Port of Los Angeles continues to move cargo at all of its terminals while taking all precautions necessary to protect workers during the COVID-19 public health crisis. All terminals are open and operating. “Our highest priority is maintaining a safe and healthy working environment throughout the Port complex while continuing our role of keeping consumer goods and critical supplies flowing into all of the nation’s 435 congressional districts served by the Port,” said Port of Los Angeles Execu

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Proterra Names New Executive Director, CEO

NGT News

Proterra, a company that specializes in heavy-duty vehicle electrification, says the board of directors has appointed current Chairman Jack Allen as chairman and CEO. Ryan Popple, Proterra’s CEO since 2014, was named executive director. Proterra began planning for this transition in January and the board voted earlier this month on Allen’s appointment.

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Food for thought: 7 tips on keeping a healthy diet (in the face of coronavirus)

World Food Programme Logistics

Food for thought: 7 tips on keeping a healthy diet in the face of Coronavirus The ‘Grows, Gos and Nos’?—?advice from World Food Programme nutritionists on dos and don’ts of eating in quarantine Eggs can be kept in the fridge for up to three weeks. Photo: WFP By Ana Opris More and more people around the world are being forced to stay at home, as countries respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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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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Ideanomics Formalizes Agreement with BeiBen Heavy Truck

NGT News

Ideanomics, a global company focused on monetizing the adoption of commercial electric vehicles (EV), has entered a strategic framework agreement with EV heavy truck and bus manufacturer, BeiBen Heavy Truck Co. Ltd. The framework agreement is designed to establish a long-term strategic partnership that will create a strategic platform to increase the speed and efficiency […].

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Turkey’s Mersin International Port Breaks a TEU Record

MTS Logistics

Mersin International Port became Turkey’s largest port with a record of 1.9 million TEUs in 2019. Mersin was a small fishing village in 841, but today it is a major seaport located on the north-eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea in southern Turkey. As one of the largest harbors in the country, it is Turkey’s main gateway to the Mediterranean Sea.

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Helpful Considerations to Navigate COVID-19

Mazars Ledger

Over the past few days, we have seen an unprecedented velocity of change. Each day brings new issues and concerns.… The post Helpful Considerations to Navigate COVID-19 appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Effective Traceability – An Insurance Policy for the Electronics Industry

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

Product recalls are one of the biggest risks that manufacturers have to face. According to the insurance industry, the average cost of product recall claims is over $1 million. Product recalls in the electronics industry made up 29% of all recalls in the US in Q1 2019. As regulatory requirements expand in the electronic industry, manufacturers are finding it necessary to set up a system […].

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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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Reinventing Luxury: Sustainability as a Way Forward

Mazars Ledger

Fall 2019 seemed to be sustainability season – between alarming scientific reports, student strikes, UN General Assembly and corporate engagement,… The post Reinventing Luxury: Sustainability as a Way Forward appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Variability in PRODUCTS demand during coronavirus

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Last class, we were talking about how do supermarkets predict the demand… Since this crisis started it has been very difficult to predict and satisfy the demand of some products for companies in spite of there are a lot of similarities between different countries. We know different products that has highlighted from the rest such as toilet paper or alcoholic gel.

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The Roaring 2020’s: The Decade of Subscription Revenue

Mazars Ledger

As we roll into the new decade, a wave of direct-to-consumer, subscription-based revenue companies are beginning to disrupt traditional American… The post The Roaring 2020’s: The Decade of Subscription Revenue appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Logistic solutions in supermarkets during coronavirus

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

The Coronavirus has triggered a crisis state that has stoped companies activity and it has confined people. Only the companies of some sectors are working properly. Supermarkets are one of them. They have seen a increase of earnings due to social alarm and the closing of others business. Because of this situation they have taken actions to deal with.

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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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Planning for Tax Season: Food & Beverage Update

Mazars Ledger

The Food & Beverage industry has seen revolution over the past decade with the shift of consumers focus to clean… The post Planning for Tax Season: Food & Beverage Update appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Effective Traceability – An Insurance Policy for the Electronics Industry

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

Product recalls are one of the biggest risks that manufacturers have to face. According to the insurance industry, the average cost of product recall claims is over $1 million. Product recalls in the electronics industry made up 29% of all recalls in the US in Q1 2019. As regulatory requirements expand in the electronic industry, manufacturers are finding it necessary to set up a system […].

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Data: The Key to Survival for Transportation & Logistics Companies

Mazars Ledger

Challenging the Status Quo Transportation and logistics companies have long adapted to market disruptions from technologies such as automated guided… The post Data: The Key to Survival for Transportation & Logistics Companies appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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