Wed.Apr 29, 2020

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How Digital Solutions Are Creating More Resilient Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

The solutions that have worked in the past — increasing inventory, adding capacity at different locations and diversifying suppliers — are just scratching the surface when it comes to having a truly resilient supply chain.

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WMS Market Update – Seeing the Forest Through the Trees

Logistics Viewpoints

ARC develops an annual market study on the global WMS market. Incorporating the business impact of the coronavirus outbreak and the “Great Lockdown” into this year’s WMS market forecast increases the complexity and elevates the uncertainty of the forecasting process. In my opinion, the warehouse management systems (WMS) industry is likely to remain relatively stable during these uncertain economic times.

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How the Automotive Logistics Industry Is Confronting COVID-19

Supply Chain Brain

Auto companies are rethinking their 2020 supply-chain strategies to cash in on new market opportunities, maintain competitive advantages, and cut costs to weather the coronavirus pandemic.

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With help from Convoy, Encore Glass is on the right road to efficiency

Logistics Management

Realizing changes needed to be made to streamline its freight tendering processes, Encore Glass began looking into other options. The majority of the options did not peak his interest, in that they were, what he called, largely impersonal and static, to a large degree. But that changed after a 2019 meeting between Encore and Seattle-based digital freight network Convoy and its co-founder and CEO Dan Lewis.

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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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Demand Sensing: 5 Ways it Helps Supply Chains Deal with Uncertainty

Morai Logistics

Supply chains are having to deal with uncertainty now more than ever—here are 5 ways that demand sensing is helping them manage it. Today’s supply chain’s success is marked by the speed at which it can respond to the demands placed upon it. Companies have to be able to deal with the unexpected. Fast. There can often be sudden changes in what customers want.

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How sanctions affect shipping companies and trade

Shipping and Freight Resource

The dictionary defines Sanctions as “ Sanctions are measures taken by countries to restrict trade and official contact with a country that has broken international law. “ Whether economic or political in nature, Sanctions have a real impact on the economy and can affect the interests of those engaged in businesses including international shipping.

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Q&A: Mark Yeager, Redwood Logistics CEO and Senior Advisor with CI Capital Partners

Logistics Management

Logistics Management Group News Editor Jeff Berman recently caught up with Mark Yeager, Redwood Logistics CEO and Senior Advisor with CI Capital Partners. Yeager provided insight into the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on logistics and supply chain operations on myriad fronts.

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Miami-Dade Transit Expands Low-Emission Mobility with New Flyer Contract

NGT News

New Flyer of America Inc. says Miami-Dade Transit (MDT), operated by Miami-Dade County Transportation and Public Works, has awarded a new contract to New Flyer for 140 Xcelsior compressed natural gas (CNG) 40-foot, heavy-duty transit buses. The buses will replace older, end-of-life diesel vehicles with low-emission and more efficient buses that deliver increased sustainability in […].

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Working-From-Home (WFH) – Finding the Positives and Adapting our Processes

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

20+ days in lockdown to stave off the Covid-19 virus – what are you learning about yourself and your environment? So after many working days including a long ‘holiday’ weekend in a Working-from-Home (WFH) “environment”, am I safe and well? Yes, I guess so, at least I know I’m safer in that I don’t share […]. The post Working-From-Home (WFH) – Finding the Positives and Adapting our Processes appeared first on SYSPRO US.

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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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Q2 GDP reading is a hard story to tell

Logistics Management

It is pretty fair to say that the first quarter United States GDP number was going to be dismal. And now that presumption has become a reality, with the first quarter advanced estimate GDP tally, which was released today by the United States Department of Commerce, coming in at -4.8%, its lowest reading going back to the Great Recession period of 2008 and 2009 (and well off from the fourth quarter of 2019’s 2.1% GDP reading), as well as marking the first quarterly decline going back to 2014.

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Compliance 101: Staying on the Straight and Narrow in a Shifting Landscape

WorkWave

Time To Read: 8 minutes. As a business owner, you have more than your fair share of responsibilities. Your primary goal, of course, is to provide your customers with quality service so that you can reach your full potential and offer your services to more customers. In order to continue operating and providing your customers with top-notch service, though, you need to take steps to ensure that your business is complying with a wide range of standards and regulations.

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Hutchison Ports Thailand Welcomes Autonomous Trucks to Their Terminal

Logistics Manager

April 26th, 2020; Hutchison Ports Thailand’s Terminal D took a major step on their journey towards becoming a “smart port” by welcoming 6 Autonomous ‘Q-Trucks’ for a test run at Terminal D. Equipped with advanced AI machine-learning technology and a wireless charging system, the Q Trucks are able to operate non-stop for more than 24 hours.

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Commentary: How to position your fleet for post-pandemic success

Commercial Carrier Journal

Fleets should recognize that pent-up demand will eventually be realized further stimulated by additional government stimulus packages.

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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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How to Improve Last Mile Service With Better Trucker Relationships

GlobalTranz

Last mile service might have finally reached a point where it is more important than even freight delivery to the brick-and-mortar stores. It’s rapidly becoming the most frequent interaction between people and the supply chain during the COVID-19 pandemic, and as last mile deliveries skyrocket in volume, drivers are on the frontlines, says Mike Antich.read More.

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TD144: Is Truck Driving A Recession-Proof Job?

Trucker Dump

At this point, the term COVID-19 has reached the level of being a curse word. Many have lost their jobs, lives are being lost, and many financial experts believe that another recession is on the horizon. But perhaps the most catastrophic dilemma of all; people are losing their ever-loving minds about what they are going. The post TD144: Is Truck Driving A Recession-Proof Job?

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Ballard Receives Purchase Order From Solaris

NGT News

Ballard Power Systems has received a purchase order from Solaris Bus & Coach S.A., a European bus and trolleybus manufacturer headquartered in Bolechowo, Poland, for 20 of Ballard’s new 70 kW heavy-duty FCmove-HD fuel cell modules. These modules will power 20 Solaris Urbino 12 hydrogen buses planned for deployment in South Holland, the most populous […].

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Practicing Social Distancing while Keeping Inventory Moving during COVID-19 pandemic

PINC

In these uncertain times, companies are turning to technology to help them comply with social distancing rules and to keep their workers and drivers safe in any conditions. The global pandemic has thrown manufacturers, distributors, and retailers into a mode that most have never experienced before. While social distancing rules, shutdowns, and high demand for certain product groups are top-of-mind right now, employee and driver safety should also be factored into an organization’s overall pandem

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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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How Government and Defense Contractors Can Reduce Cyber Risk

Supply Chain Brain

A security breach could be detrimental to any manufacturer. For those with defense contracts, the danger is even more severe.

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Overcoming the Challenges of Shipping Wine

MTS Logistics

The popularity of wine has really spiked over recent years, and a wine shipping service is a good business to start. It’s a great way to increase the reach of your products along with your profit margin. However, there can be some downfalls with wine shipping challenges that can impact how successful your wine endeavor happens to be. These wine shipping challenges and associated solutions can help you avoid pitfalls and have a smooth delivery process for all involved.

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A truly multi-purpose pond provides through the seasons

World Food Programme Logistics

Ponds built by communities in South Sudan with support from the World Food Programme give much more than just water WFP helps communities rehabilitate or create assets such as ponds which can store runoff water for extended periods. Photo: WFP/Anna Soper By Anna Soper Looking at the dust clouds that form behind us and parched clay soil all around, you would never be able to tell that this land was once flooded.

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Penske Launches New Podcast Series

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Transportation Solutions recently launched its Never Stop Moving™ podcast series to offer a behind-the-scenes look at one of the world's largest truck fleets. The series officially launched on April 24 with its premiere two-part episode titled, "Truck Maintenance During COVID-19," focused on Penske's fleet maintenance team and the enhancements they made to their procedures to help protect associates and customers during the current COVID-19 crisis.

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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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Freight Professionals “Want to Change Supply Chain Strategies Post-Covid” Says Survey

Logistics Business Magazine

Shipping and freight professionals want to change their supply chain strategies post-Covid, according to a recent survey. Answered by over 300 Shipping and Freight Professionals across the world, the survey brought out some key indicators that will inform the future course of global supply chains. One of the most important trends unearthed was the readiness to change supply chain strategies (42.2%).

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Hutchison Ports Thailand Welcomes Autonomous Trucks to Their Terminal

247 Customs Broker

April 26th, 2020; Hutchison Ports Thailand’s Terminal D took a major step on their journey towards becoming a “smart port” by welcoming 6 Autonomous ‘Q-Trucks’… The post Hutchison Ports Thailand Welcomes Autonomous Trucks to Their Terminal appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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BLG Posts Flat Earnings and Small Profit Increase for 2019

Logistics Business Magazine

Logistics giant BLG Group has reported a 1.5 percent YOY profit growth for 2019, on stable earnings of EUR 37.5 million. CEO Frank Dreeke says that it give the company “a robust and solid basis to ride out the storm” The company’s statement from its digital meeting reads: For 2019, the BLG Group posted a total sales figure of EUR 1 billion, 158.6 million.

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Editor's Blog: The winners (and losers) of post Covid-19 logistics

247 Customs Broker

Last week I was asked by a major 3PL about what will happen after Covid-19 and if I could share any trends or future predictions.… The post Editor's Blog: The winners (and losers) of post Covid-19 logistics appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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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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Vitronic USA Names New President and Targets Logistics Sector Expansion

Logistics Business Magazine

Machine vision specialist Vitronic USA has named Beth Huff its new President. She succeeds Michael Schindler who, after 20 years, has “taken on new challenges” In her new role, Ms Huff is responsible for all business areas of Vitronic in the USA and reports directly to the Group Board. Further expansion of the Traffic Division and the Vitronic Logistics products are her key responsibilities.

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DuPont to partner with Cold Chain Technologies for Tyvek Cargo Covers

247 Customs Broker

DuPont, makers of Tyvek, has entered into an exclusive agreement with Cold Chain Technologies, LLC (CCT) for the global production, sales, distribution, and technical service… The post DuPont to partner with Cold Chain Technologies for Tyvek Cargo Covers appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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UK Firm’s Yard Management Tech Wins Nestle Deal

Logistics Business Magazine

A solution developed by smart tech firm Sauce is aimed at solving complex yard management challenges for confectionery and beverage manufacturer Nestlé. The system is being used to track and manage all trailer movements at the firm’s York factory, where products such as KitKat and Yorkie are manufactured; and at its Regional Distribution Centre, where products such Nescafé and Smarties are dispatched.