Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

“Disruptive technology doesn’t sneak up on anybody; it’s nearly always loudly heralded long before its victims fall prey to it.”. That is one of the observations that Thornton A. May, a futurist and author of The New Know: Innovation Powered by Analytics , makes after researching why market leaders sometimes fall prey to disruptive technology. Similarly, Steve Faktor, author of Econovation and CEO of IdeaFaktory, writes in Forbes: “Sadly, just as many [corporate failures are] suicides, caused by

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Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Virtual reality instructional tools are redefining the supply chain field and helping to shrink the skills gap.

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

On-highway diesel fuel prices have been higher than regular grade gasoline prices almost continuously since September 2004. So, why is diesel fuel more expensive than gasoline?

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Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

A majority of consumers in new survey said they’re concerned about their online and in-store shopping history, such as transaction history and online searches, being used to provide better, more personalized service. As retailers across the globe struggle with demands for both personalization and convenience, balanced with consumer skepticism on data privacy, JDA Software, Inc., and Centiro explored consumer trends in key markets in its 2018 Global Consumer Survey, released on Sept. 12.

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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.

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

This well-deserved recognition for drivers across our country underscores the need to show concern for this essential workforce each and every day.

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) will hold a public listening session Saturday, Sept. 22 on potential changes to its Hours of Service (HOS) rules for commercial truck drivers.

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DC Velocity

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Carriers warn clients of freight delays, as floods shutter logistics sites.

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

The Zero and Near Zero-Emission Freight Facilities project — proposed with support from Toyota, Kenworth, and Shell — provides a large-scale “shore to store” plan and a hydrogen fuel-cell-electric technology framework for freight facilities to structure operations for future goods movement.

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DC Velocity

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Toyota, Shell, Kenworth to match port funding from state of California.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Laser guided vehicles (LGVs) area a flexible automated guided vehicle (AGV) solution. LGVs are a more flexible solution than older forms of AGVs that follows markers or wires in the floor or where navigation is based on following a magnet crumb trail. LGVs can move through a facility on multiple paths and the paths can change as needed. This article explains how a “typical” LGV implementation would take and the steps involved.

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

The time for holiday hiring has arrived, with three of the biggest households in the freight transportation and logistics sectors-UPS, FedEx, and XPO Logistics, each making announcements to that effect over the last few days.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

E-commerce growth has become part of the record books. According to Eric Rice of Supply Chain 24/7, e-commerce growth in 2017 grew faster than it has since 2011. E-commerce grew 49 percent, moving from 10 percent of total retail sales to 13 percent. Unfortunately, e-commerce shipping practices, although different from traditional retail shipping, still fall short.

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Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Over the last several years, IBM has been in the process of systematically laying off older employees in order to build a younger workforce, the former employees claim in the suit, which draws heavily on a ProPublica report published in March that said the company has fired more than 20,000 employees older than 40 in the last six years.

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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.

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Truck routing—and quite possibly advanced-level use and systems—have become a must for your fleet.

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

For most shippers, the challenge to reduce freight spend isn’t about setting up cost-saving programs. It’s about gaining visibility into shipping data to support their decisions. Join us to learn how transportation-focused data analytics tools are facilitating easier decision making for shippers.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Online retail is accounting for an ever-larger part of total retail sales. Consumers armed with smartphones now expect increased choice, convenience, and price savings by buying online. If enterprises are to provide such advantages, their logistics must be organised to match. ‘Born digital’ companies like Amazon and Alibaba started with a green field.

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

As the late December deadline for the implementation of Positive Train Control (PTC) by United States railroads gets closer, the overall outlook for PTC looks encouraging.

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Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

OFCCP pursues formal reviews and demands greater documentation of anti-discrimination measures.

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Coming off of an all-time monthly high for United States-bound waterborne shipments in July, August levels, while still strong, were down slightly, according to data recently issued by global trade intelligent firm Panjiva.

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Airfreight Logistics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Ukrainian cargo airline and a division of the Antonov aviation company, ANTONOV Airlines recently held a ground-breaking test flight in conjunction with Chapman Freeborn Airchartering Limited for the transportation of a capping stack, which is the vital equipment used by the oil industry in the event of an oil spill. These types of cargo are normally shipped by sea.

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

One tried and true supply chain discipline continues to impact omni-channel success – the management and optimization of inventory.

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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.

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Logistics Manager

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Dubai-based DP World recently received six forklift trucks from Konecranes to the DP World Jebel Ali Terminal 1 in Dubai, UAE. The forklifts were originally ordered in November 2017. Delivered in June 2018 the forklift trucks are the Konecranes SMV16-1200C model. The SMV16-1200C range has a lifting capacity of 16 metric tons at 1200 mm and a wheelbase of 3750 mm.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Narrow Aisle’s Flexi LITE articulated lift truck model is now available with an integrated four-stage ‘Quad’ lift mast. As its name suggests, the Flexi LITE was originally designed for applications where trucks have to weigh as little as possible – such as facilities where trucks are required to travel across loading bay dock plates into vehicles or to be moved in goods lifts between floors.

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Automotive Logistics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Newly formed battery manufacturer Hyperbat has announced it will open a multi-million-pound production plant in Coventry next year and plans to become the UK’s largest independent vehicle battery manufacturer. It will begin operations by supplying batteries for Aston Martin’s first electric vehicle, the Rapide E. Hyperbat is a joint venture between Williams Advanced Engineering and Unipart Manufacturing Group, which will be building the facility.

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Related Articles. DHL CEO: 5b euro operating profit ‘reachable’ by 2020. Fueled mostly by increased e-commerce, Frank Appel says the global logistics services provider is on track to reach an operating profit of U.S. $6.1 billion. Deutsche Post drives up revenues in all divisions in 2017. The German mail and logistics company posted revenues of 60.4 billion euros for the year, rising 5.4 percent from 2016, despite encountering headwinds from currency effects.

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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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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

The foundation charter of the European Distribution network called EURODIS was signed on 31st August 1993. Three days later the partners of EURODIS started transporting their first parcels and pallets. “The history of EURODIS can be read as an exact copy of the development of the whole European transport industry,” says Christian Knoblich, managing director of EURODIS GmbH, Weinheim, the company organising and steering the network.

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Related Articles. Executive Moves: CSX and Dupré Logistics. Railroad makes leadership moves; 3PL opens and staffs Tennessee office. PortMiami leader elected to chair state council. Juan Kuryla takes the helm of the professional association of Florida’s 14 public seaports. Executive Moves: JAXPORT, SEKO, Gebrüder Weiss. Port has a new chairman of the board; logistics companies in the United States and Europe fill roles.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

SEGRO has let a 36,000 sq ft facility to cargo handler Swissport UK to grow its business and increase cargo handling at the UK’s hub airport, Heathrow. The international aviation services company, which provides airport ground and cargo handling services, has signed a 10-year lease at Unit 1, SEGRO Park Portal Heathrow, a Grade A modern warehouse facility that also includes office space.

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