Logistics in War

AUGUST 31, 2021

By David Beaumont. This article concludes the discussion started here. Things will go wrong in competition, conflict, and full-scale war. Winning will be about resilience, recovery and response as much as it is about being prepared for well-informed, but sadly speculative, conflict scenarios that planners may have contemplated in advanced. ‘Adaptiveness’ will be a necessity at the outset of a conflict, but the idea should not be a compensator for self-induced, lazy, policies and procedures desig

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Logistics Management

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Known for supporting higher levels of visibility, supply chain software is taking center stage as companies adjust to a “new normal” operating environment and plan for the future.

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AUGUST 31, 2021

Somewhere in the world’s busiest port of Shanghai, a container of fertilizer sits among tens of thousands of boxes, waiting for a ride to the U.S. It’s been on the dock for months, trapped by typhoons and Covid outbreaks that have worsened major congestion in the global supply-chain network.

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AUGUST 31, 2021

Our annual survey reveals that logistics is no longer just a cost of doing business. Today, it’s the source of strategic innovation and an essential part of how organizations are competing and preparing for an unpredictable tomorrow.

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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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AUGUST 31, 2021

Risk is everywhere. Adverse events can and will happen at any time, and when events hit your supply chain, disruption and financial, operational, and reputational damage are not far behind. .

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The glittery, lightweight material goes into so many common outdoor products that it’s hard to imagine summertime without it. The supply-chain snarls show how broader forces in international trade, supply and demand have rippled through industries in the past year, leading to higher prices and slowing commerce.

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Logistics Management

AUGUST 31, 2021

Logistics Management Group News Editor Jeff Berman recently spoke with Dave Bates, senior vice president of operations, for Thomasville, North Carolina-based less-than-truckload services provider Old Dominion Freight Line (ODFL).

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 31, 2021

Companies that implemented supply chain management software prior to the Corona crisis, benefited immensely from the optimized, digital processes during these turbulent times. One of these companies was IG Design Group.

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Logistics Management

AUGUST 31, 2021

Coming in under the wire on its August 31 deadline, the Surface Transportation Board (STB) announced a unanimous decision today, in rejecting the use of a voting trust between Canadian National Railway (CN) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) regarding CN’s pending acquisition of KCS, which could hinder chances of a deal being completed.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 31, 2021

Michael Taylor, partner for international trade with the law firm of King & Spalding LLP, discusses the major factors that are influencing the decision of American manufacturers on whether to shift production from Asia back to the U.S.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 31, 2021

I’ve commented several times about Meg Whitman’s statement a few years ago that “every company is a technology company.” Back in July, for example, I revisited the quote in response to Walmart’s announcement that it will offer technologies and capabilities to help other businesses navigate their own digital transformation and C.H. Robinson’s announcement of a.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 31, 2021

Until recently, flexible depalletizing has been particularly challenging for warehouse robots to handle. While humans can easily deal with unstructured and ever-changing tasks like unloading a random assortment of items, robotic programming has taken a while to catch up.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 31, 2021

Supply Chain & Logistics case studies are always interesting. This one is about easy ways to save money in your Supply Chain and Logistics operations if you just look at things differently. And it was an easy problem to fix! Maybe you have some similar examples you can share in the comments? Check out this article related to this topic: 7 Mini Case Studies: Successful Supply Chain Cost Reduction and Management.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 31, 2021

Microlistics, a global provider of warehouse management systems (WMS), points to five common warehousing strategies that organizations need to master if they wish to be successful in a multi-channel world.

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Logistics Management

AUGUST 31, 2021

Why all companies should be paying more attention to what’s going on in their yards and how they can leverage technology to orchestrate this essential link in their supply chains.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 31, 2021

A security incident has immediate costs, but it can also have future financial consequences, affecting your revenue, insurance premiums and client relationships. .

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NGT News

AUGUST 31, 2021

WattEV Inc. is receiving a $5 million grant from the California Energy Commission (CEC) to build the state’s first solar-powered truck stop dedicated to heavy-duty electric trucks. Groundbreaking for the project is expected in late October. The CEC is anticipated to approve the grant on September 8 at its monthly business meeting. Partners joining WattEV […].

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Supply Chain Brain

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What AI and machine learning really are and why they matter when it comes to robotic automation for fulfillment operations explained in terms anyone can understand. .

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NGT News

AUGUST 31, 2021

Wrightspeed and Matthews Specialty Vehicles are developing, converting and delivering battery-powered and range-extended electric buses, trucks and specialty vehicles. The companies are currently fulfilling their first order from Allen Global Enterprises (AGE) to develop and produce 30 tactical Mobile Detection Systems (MDS) vehicles. Wrightspeed and Matthews’ strategic collaboration aims to produce 5,000 vehicles over the […].

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 31, 2021

The pandemic economy permanently raised the bar for global supply chains, demanding unprecedented speed, scale and flexibility. Automation and robotics— notably, autonomous mobile robots—will be an essential competitive advantage.

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NGT News

AUGUST 31, 2021

Power Solutions International Inc., an engines and power systems company, has entered into a master development and collaboration agreement with Hexagon Agility, which develops, manufactures and supplies compressed natural gas (CNG) and liquid petroleum gas (LPG) fuel systems used in medium vehicles. PSI manufactures and develops 6.0- and 8.8-liter alternative fuel engines for OEMs of […].

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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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AUGUST 31, 2021

The announcements come as retailers grapple with a global supply chain crunch that looks like it will last through the holidays and well into next year.

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NGT News

AUGUST 31, 2021

Hexagon Purus and Ballard Power Systems are collaborating to produce Class 6 and 7 fuel cell electric trucks powered by Hexagon Purus’ turnkey electric drivetrain and hydrogen storage system solutions, and Ballard’s fuel cell module. The truck will provide a range of over 400 miles and refueling times comparable to conventional trucks. It is a […].

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AUGUST 31, 2021

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NGT News

AUGUST 31, 2021

RDS Logistics Group has deployed a new electric vehicle (EV) fleet of seven electric terminal yard hostlers as part of RDS Logistics Groups’ ongoing effort to promote sustainability. The EVs will be used at the Toyota Ontario Parts Center to increase overall performance and eliminate emissions. The delivery of the EV fleet marks the first […].

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AUGUST 31, 2021

With a 1.5-cent increase, the national weekly average came in at $3.339. This followed a 3.2-cent decline, to $3.324 per gallon, for the week of August 23.

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NGT News

AUGUST 31, 2021

Less than a year ago, Hino Trucks announced that it was building a Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric truck. The company made good on this promise with the reveal of its first Class 8 Hino XL8 prototype powered by a hydrogen fuel cell electric drivetrain, at the 2021 ACT Expo in Long Beach, California. […]. The post Hino Trucks Debuts XL8 Fuel Cell Electric Truck Prototype appeared first on NGT News.

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Logistics Management

AUGUST 31, 2021

As enterprises move from operating profit-centric to purpose-driven, chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) must focus on five actions to create a purpose-driven supply chain, according to Gartner, Inc.

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