Fri.May 22, 2020

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The 5 Billion Dollar Overcharge with Steve Ferreira

The Logistics of Logistics

The 5 Billion Dollar Overcharge with Steve Ferreira. Steve Ferreira and Joe Lynch discuss the 5 billion dollar overcharge which refers to the amount that ocean shippers are overcharged every year. Steve is well recognized expert in ocean freight auditing and in the interview, he describes the problem of ocean freight overcharges and ways to recapture the difference.

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Transportation of Goods in a Changed World

Kuebix

The Covid-19 pandemic has altered every aspect of both small and large businesses for the foreseeable future. Supply chains throughout the country are adapting to changes in demand and new rules and regulations. Manufacturers, suppliers and truck drivers are adjusting to changes posed by Covid-19 every day. How Truck Drivers are Operating in an Economy […].

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Securing the First, Middle and Last Mile with Andrew Kelley

The Logistics of Logistics

Securing the First, Middle and Last Mile with Andrew Kelley. Andrew Kelley and Joe Lynch discuss securing the first, middle and last mile. As supply chains evolve, the need for secure asset transfer increases for both consumers and business to business applications. About Andrew Kelley. Andrew Kelley is the Chief Commercial Officer at BoxLock is an experienced technology executive and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, SaaS, software, and technology-enabled

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U.S. rail carload and intermodal volumes are down for week ending May 16, reports AAR

Logistics Management

Rail carloads—at 184,415—plunged 30.2% annually, which marked the lowest weekly annual percentage decline, for total carloads, going back to 1988, when the AAR first started tracking railroad volumes. This tally trailed the week ending May 9, at 184,144, and the week ending May 2, at 189,100.

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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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Three pieces of unsolicited advice for government, for parking providers, for rates negotiators

Overdrive Online

Details on the federal farm food surplus contracts coming online in the Farmers to Families Food Box Program. One way to steer the negotiation up from a lowball rate offer. And in a cash pinch, paying to stop the truck is maybe not a preferred option, as every little bit helps.

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Feel Good Friday: Refreshments for Delivery Drivers

Freight Center

It has been really inspiring to share the stories that we have come across about people and businesses doing some great things to support those on the front lines. In this Feel Good Friday series, we highlight how appreciation is coming in all shapes and sizes starting with one very creative kid who setup his own refreshment stand for delivery drivers.

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How to Use a Freight Terminal Safely During Covid-19

Freightquote

During a global pandemic, it is only natural that supply chains are negatively impacted. Learn more about how to use freight terminals safely to mitigate your risks.

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Tips For Hosting Successful Online Events During COVID-19

WorkWave

Time To Read: 3 minutes. While many businesses are working to navigate COVID-19, planning to attend future industry conferences or trainings is not something that they have top of mind. Some businesses lack the bandwidth or staff to attend, some have strict travel bans in place, some don’t have the discretionary spend, and others simply do not feel safe going to an in-person event in the foreseeable future.

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FTR Trucking Conditions Index set to be negative through mid-2021

Logistics Management

The March TCI (the most recent month for which data is available) came in at -8.69. FTR said that this reading represents the beginning of negative readings, which will likely lead to the worst quarter on record.

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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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Retail Fulfillment Tips to Boost Your Omnichannel Strategy

GlobalTranz

Today’s consumers are more connected than ever before. Customers have several channels to make a purchase, such as online or mobile, bought in a store, a combination of the two, known as buy-online, pick-up in-store (BOPIS), or any other channel to purchase offered by the retailer. To stay competitive, today’s retailers need responsive, integrated technology that.read More.

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Resilience360 and Riskpulse release report on supply chain impacts of 2020 storms

Logistics Management

Resilience360 and Riskpulse have jointly released the “2020 Tropical Storm Season Outlook,” which explores what the upcoming tropical storm and hurricane season could bring, and how storm activities may impact supply chains, especially in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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Lumen Group?s Wireless EV Charging System Certified by UL

NGT News

UL, a global safety science company, has certified a wireless electric vehicle (EV) power transfer system to UL 2750, the Outline Of Investigation For Wireless Power Transfer Equipment For Electric Vehicles. Lumen Group, an integrator of automotive systems, has become the first organization to certify to UL 2750 for their Lumen Freedom wireless power transfer […].

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4 Tips on Shipping Food During Produce Season

Freightquote

Learn why shipping food is fast & easy with Freightquote by C.H. Robinson. Follow these tips for how to ship food like fruits & veggies that are in season.

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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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Representatives Introduce DOD Bill to Promote the Use of ZEVs

NGT News

Representatives Gilbert R. Cisneros, Jr. (D-CA-39) and Francis Rooney (R-FL-19) have introduced the Department of Defense (DOD) Non-Tactical Vehicle Reduced Petroleum Consumption Act. This bill directs the DOD to replace such vehicles, from passenger cars to construction vehicles like bulldozers and forklifts, as they age with zero-emission vehicles.

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Time Critical Shipment to Athens

Logistics Business Magazine

Punto System recently handled a time critical shipment of one case of 793kg containing spare parts urgently needed for a broken gas piping site in eastern Greece. Reacting to a really short notice under Covid-19 lock-down emergency, Punto System designed a tailor made solution for this critical case integrating freighter liner service to an European hub and full charter flight up to final destination Country.

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Air Freight News Roundup

Dedola Global Logistics

The novel Coronavirus or COVID-19, pandemic continues to affect the world, and severely impact global freight routes. While the majority of the world’s shipping usually happens via ocean freight , the immediate and sudden drop in available ocean carrier inventory has affected supply chains everywhere. Governments in countries around the world have adjusted the international freight system by putting a priority on the transport of medical supplies where needed.

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Automation Hero May 2020: Ulf Larsson from Copiax

EazyStock

Ulf Larsson, Purchasing Manager at Copiax , has a lot of experience streamlining purchasing processes. By introducing automation into the mix, he has been able to free up time to develop other parts of the business. That’s why he’s EazyStock’s Automation Hero for May! . Name: Ulf Larsson. Title: Purchasing Manager. Company: Copiax. Congratulations on winning the award, Ulf!

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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Air Freight News Roundup

Dedola Global Logistics

The novel Coronavirus or COVID-19, pandemic continues to affect the world, and severely impact global freight routes. While the majority of the world’s shipping usually happens via ocean freight, the immediate and sudden drop in available ocean carrier inventory has affected supply chains everywhere. Governments in countries around the world have adjusted the international freight system by putting a priority on the transport of medical supplies where needed.

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General Rules of Interpretation/General Interpretative Rules of Classification : Rule 1

Globalior

Customs authorities in most parts of the world require traders to classify their imports and exports according to the 6 rules of classification published by the World Customs Organization or WCO. These rules are referred to as the General Interpretative Rules of Classification. Individually, they can also be referred to as GRI or General Rules of Interpretation or GRIs.

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Air Freight News Roundup

Dedola Global Logistics

The novel Coronavirus or COVID-19, pandemic continues to affect the world, and severely impact global freight routes. While the majority of the world’s shipping usually happens via ocean freight, the immediate and sudden drop in available ocean carrier inventory has affected supply chains everywhere. Governments in countries around the world have adjusted the international freight system by putting a priority on the transport of medical supplies where needed.

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Impossible choices: Bolivia’s coronavirus conundrum

World Food Programme Logistics

WFP helps people not to have to prioritize food over medical treatment Based on reporting by Morelia Eróstegui Navia in La Paz COVID-19 seems to feed voraciously on vulnerabilities. Fragile health, immune systems weakened by aggressive medical treatments, old age or poor nutrition, as well as crowded and unsanitary living conditions all contribute to making the virus more lethal.

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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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DB Schenker Sponsors JOC?s TPM 2020

247 Customs Broker

[og_img] Attendees come to JOC’s TPM to join the 2,000+ attendees to find new customers, nurture existing relationships and more. They hear the latest market… The post DB Schenker Sponsors JOC’s TPM 2020 appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Growing food to tackle coronavirus and child malnutrition in Malawi

World Food Programme Logistics

WFP and Government are working to train mothers in agriculture as poor diets put the lives of 56,000 children at risk Empowered to grow: Dorica with homegrown, vitamin-A rich, sweet potatoes. Photo: WFP/Badre Bahaji “While my son, Chrispine, was being treated for malnutrition at the hospital, I received orange-fleshed potato vines which I planted the same year,” says Dorica Samson, from Nambirikira Village in Malawi’s Dedza District.

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Lineage Logistics acquires foodservice distributor

247 Customs Broker

Michigan-based temperature-controlled logistics solutions provider Lineage Logistics has expanded its last-mile distribution services with the purchase of Maines Paper & Food Service, the company said… The post Lineage Logistics acquires foodservice distributor appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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This Week in Logistics News (May 16 – 22)

Logistics Viewpoints

This Monday is an important day. It is Memorial Day, a US federal holiday to honor and mourn the military personnel who have died while serving in the Armed Forces. But that is not the only important thing happening on Monday. It is also my birthday. And while this is exciting, there is still one more important thing happening. On Monday, May 25, 2020, as the Massachusetts economy opens in its multi-phase plan, barber shops […].

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Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory

The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.

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COVID-19 capex crunch threatens project logistics sector

247 Customs Broker

A storm gathers over an oil and gas platform in the Gulf of Thailand. Credit: Shutterstock Project owners working at the upstream end — exploration… The post COVID-19 capex crunch threatens project logistics sector appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 22, 2020)

Talking Logistics

Citigroup Chief Executive Michael Corbat told employees they can take an extra day off this Friday (today) after working “harder than ever” in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Cisco told its 75,000 employees to take today off too to recharge after weeks of working remotely amid the COVID-19 crisis. I’m taking (most of) today off. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 22, 2020).

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Call Center Staffs Work From Home Due to Coronavirus

247 Customs Broker

[Ensure you have all the info you need in these unprecedented times. Subscribe now.] Call centers industrywide have made a swift shift to working from… The post Call Center Staffs Work From Home Due to Coronavirus appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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