Fri.Jul 17, 2020

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Warehouse Operations: Optimizing the Receiving Process

Cyzerg

It’s not uncommon to see small and mid-size warehouses struggle with operational inefficiencies. In meeting with many warehouse managers and carefully analyzing their warehouse operations, one common problem that surfaces is a lack of standard processes and specialization within the warehouse. To address this, we’ve decided to write about the standard processes that should exist in a warehouse.

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Frictionless Logistics: It’s the Collaboration, Stupid with Ketan Karkanis

The Logistics of Logistics

Frictionless Logistics: It’s the Collaboration, Stupid with Ketan Karkhanis. Ketan Karkhanis and Joe Lynch discuss logistics collaboration and the friction that limits productivity for shippers, 3PLs, brokers, and trucking companies. About Ketan Karkhanis. Ketan Karkhanis is the Chief Product Officer at Turvo, the first real-time collaborative logistics platform that uses artificial intelligence to perfect the science of movement.

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Key Considerations for Digital Warehousing

SIPMM Professional Publications

With the emergence of ever-on e-commerce, the prerequisite for speedier responses and the need to deal with a more prominent number of SKUs with fewer blunders, warehouses need to scale up the standard to meet the necessities of a secure, perceptive and digitized warehouse. Searching ahead for the next 2 to 10 years, an anticipated […]. The post Key Considerations for Digital Warehousing appeared first on SIPMM | Singapore Institute of Purchasing and Materials Management.

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ShipChain Mainnet Launch Information

Shipchain

As we move toward the official launch of the ShipChain mainnet, we wanted to discuss how that’s going to look from both an economic and technical perspective. Without further ado – . 175,000,000 SHIP are being assigned to the reward pool for validation. This means that the “Sale 2” referenced in the whitepaper is canceled. We carefully considered all options and felt that assigning these tokens to the security of the network itself was critical to the success of the sidechain. 20% maxim

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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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Sourcing Criteria for the Confectionery Industry

SIPMM Professional Publications

Strategic sourcing skills play an important role before any purchase are made in every industry. It includes analyzing high-volume purchases and developing long-term partnerships with a picked group of suppliers, which can provide quality products and services at low costs. In the confectionery industry, procurements involved various suppliers. We must be cautious of the cost and income from […].

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Cuomo Unveils Clean Transportation Initiatives

NGT News

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has unveiled a package of major clean transportation initiatives, including a “Make Ready” order approved by the New York State Public Service Commission (NYPSC) to advance New York’s commitment to accelerate its transition to cleaner mobility. The recent announcements support Cuomo’s plan to decarbonize the transportation sector and reduce overall statewide […].

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This Week in Logistics News (July 11 – 17)

Logistics Viewpoints

It is always interesting to me to see the creative ways that companies try to collect data about their customers. Over the last few years I have seen an increasing number of “challenges” being shared on Facebook that in reality are simply ways to gather more information about its users. These include picture challenges, such as the “10 Days of Being a Mom Challenge” or the “Here’s How I’ll Look When I’m Old” challenge, as […].

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Now’s the time to fix trucking’s top issues

Truck News

Been there done that. Then, been there several more times because apparently, I never learn. I’m struck with the idea that what we are currently living through will eventually be reduced to a chapter in a history book, and hopefully sooner rather than later. We are in the middle of an event that some of […].

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Governor Cuomo Endorses “Make-Ready” Program for EVs

NGT News

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo says that the New York State Department of Public Service has issued a report recommending the establishment of a statewide utility-supported “Make-Ready” Program to promote responsible EV charging station deployment. In addition, Cuomo says more than 20,000 rebates have been approved for New Yorkers to purchase electric vehicles (EVs) under the […].

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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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Here’s How Easy It Is to Switch Forwarders

Dedola Global Logistics

International logistics and freight forwarding can be challenging, requiring intricate planning and subject to many international laws and regulations. You need an experienced logistics provider that communicates with you, to help you navigate, and who you can count on to transport your goods securely and efficiently. You may be reading this blog because your needs aren’t being met by your current provider, and you are looking for a better option.

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Tips on Small Business Freight Shipping for Back to School

Freightquote

Learn how to safely deliver back to school supplies promptly. Freightquote provides small business shipping services and low rates. Get a quote today.

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DHL Global Forwarding rolls out U.S. LCL Expedited Service upgrades

Logistics Management

Company officials said that these service upgrades are part of an effort to meet the growing customer needs for transporting critical shipments during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, through the usage of what it called a faster LCL service by leveraging expedited trucking, coupled with faster sailings on some trade lanes that will subsequently offer up faster shipper customer transit times.

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10 Tips to Improve Logistics Workforce Management

Kane is Able

Other than inventory, your logistics workforce is the largest expense in your distribution centers, eating up 50–70% of the warehousing budget. It’s why managing and reducing labor-related expenses is a top priority for just about every logistics executive. At Kane Logistics, we’re proud that our associate retention levels with our top 10 customers is 80.2%, compared to the industry average of 53.9% (U.S.

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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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DAT Truckload Volume Index shows solid seasonal patterns in June

Logistics Management

The June edition of the DAT Truckload Volume Index, which was issued this week by DAT Freight & Analytics, picked up where May left off, as spot market rates and volumes, for the equipment types tracked by the firm, showing a return to typical seasonal trends, due to signs of improving economic demand.

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Customer Testimonial: Freightquote + MSI Packaging Inc.

Freightquote

Learn how one packaging company relies on Freightquote for affordable freight shipping rates and superior customer service.

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U.S. rail carload and intermodal units are down for week ending July 4, reports AAR

Logistics Management

U.S. rail carloads—at 201,703, were off 22.7%, and intermodal containers and trailers—at 247,389—were off 7.4%.

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10 Tips to Improve Logistics Workforce Management

Kane is Able

Other than inventory, your logistics workforce is the largest expense in your distribution centers, eating up 50–70% of the warehousing budget. It’s why managing and reducing labor-related expenses is a top priority for just about every logistics executive. At Kane Logistics, we’re proud that our associate retention levels with our top 10 customers is 80.2%, compared to the industry average of 53.9% (U.S.

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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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With help from Blue Yonder, HERBL Solutions is forging a path to increased supply chain efficiency

Logistics Management

Scottsdale, Ariz.-based Blue Yonder (formerly JDA), a provider of AI-driven and end-to-end supply chain management services said that Santa Barbara, Calif.-based HERBL Solutions, California’s largest cannabis distributor and supply chain services provider, is at work on developing an “end-to-end supply chain fulfillment backbone, with Blue Yonder’s Luminate Platform acting as its base foundation.

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Inbound Freight Trends for 2020: A Commitment to Improving Vendor Relations | TALKING FREIGHT Video

GlobalTranz

The leading inbound freight trends for 2020 reveal a stronger push to improve inbound logistics efficiency and lower barriers to inventory management stress. Shippers that take time to understand these trends can position their organizations for success. So, lets get into it! The post Inbound Freight Trends for 2020: A Commitment to Improving Vendor Relations | TALKING FREIGHT Video appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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Walton Signs on as Vice President of RNG Services

NGT News

Amp Americas, a company that specializes in renewable transportation fuel, says Clay Walton has joined the company as vice president of RNG Services. Walton will be responsible for leading and managing the company’s operations and maintenance capabilities and asset management services both internally and externally. As a member of Amp America’s senior leadership team, Walton […].

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What Does the Post-COVID Future Hold for the Shipping Industry?

MTS Logistics

The COVID-19 Pandemic has proven to be crippling to economies all around the globe, which in turn proved the great importance of logistics during times of crisis. Even with a global pandemic, with ship crews being exposed to the possibility of the virus in enclosed spaces, sea transportation has not failed to provide for the needs of people in need and thus saved many lives.

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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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Maryland Department of Environment Approves Funding for Clean Fuels

NGT News

The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) has approved $2.1 million in funding for five private businesses to convert their motor fleets to cleaner alternative fuels as part of the settlement of the Volkswagen (VW) ‘defeat devices’ case. Existing diesel-powered vehicles will be replaced with new vehicles that use clean alternative fuels like electricity, propane […].

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Learn why your shipments move better together with this shared truckload guide

Logistics Management

Shared truckload service, which enables several shippers to share trailer space in one multi-stop full truckload, takes a familiar concept (sharing) and applies it to the trucking industry to help shippers and carriers create optimal shipping outcomes.

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DOE Allots $139 Million to Advance Vehicle Tech

NGT News

U.S. Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette says $139 million in federal funding for 55 projects across the country will support new and innovative advanced vehicle technologies. Six of these innovative projects will be led by teams in Michigan. “Technological innovation is key to revitalizing the U.S.’ manufacturing competitiveness, especially in the transportation sector,” says Brouillette. […].

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IHS Markit economist shares views on state of global ocean cargo industry: Part III

Logistics Management

Paul Bingham, Director of Transportation Freight Consulting at IHS Markit, always provides our readers with remarkable insights on the state of ocean carrier industry. In this final installment of a three-part interview, he covers a wide range of issues.

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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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VWGoA Opens Next-Generation Charging Station

NGT News

Volkswagen Group of America (VWGoA) has opened a next-generation electric vehicle (EV) charging station at its North American Arizona Proving Grounds test facility. The charging station will be used to help VWGoA evaluate battery and charging performance under extreme hot-weather conditions. Engineers will also receive real time data to see how various chargers compare.

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ILWU has ideas of its own about keeping California ports competitive

Logistics Management

The ILWU has long advocated to reform the federal Harbor Maintenance Tax, which disproportionately collects funds on cargo moving through West Coast ports and then disproportionately invests those funds in East and Gulf Coast ports.

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Here’s How Easy It Is to Switch Forwarders

Dedola Global Logistics

International logistics and freight forwarding can be challenging, requiring intricate planning and subject to many international laws and regulations. You need an experienced logistics provider that communicates with you, to help you navigate, and who you can count on to transport your goods securely and efficiently. You may be reading this blog because your needs aren’t being met by your current provider, and you are looking for a better option.