Logistics Management
OCTOBER 8, 2019
On-board terminals and battery management systems are becoming central to maximizing daily productivity of lift trucks as well as long-term fleet efficiencies. Learn how technology on lift trucks is becoming integral to help fleet managers plan not just today’s activities and fleet deployment but long-term fleet needs.
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The Lean Thinker
OCTOBER 8, 2019
One of the artifacts of Extreme Programming as practiced by Menlo Innovations is the Story Card. In the purest sense, a story card represents one unit of work that must be done by the developers to advance the work on the software project. But the content and structure of the story card make it much more powerful than a simple task assignment. The story card is written in a way that engages the programming pair doing the work.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
OCTOBER 8, 2019
When my kids were young, I read numerous books that ended with some variation of the line: “And they lived happily ever after.”. Wouldn’t it be great if the story of all fulfillment outsourcing projects could be just as positive? Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Even though most companies invest considerable time and money into finding the right 3PL fulfillment partner , many forget that it’s equally important to put comparable sweat equity into being the right kind of 3PL partner, too
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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.
Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Dematic has introduced its Micro-Fulfillment solution to help retailers address increased consumer demand for rapid online order fulfillment in a small footprint.
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Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Where does your business stand on a procurement maturity level? If you want to improve something, a good first step is to evaluate where you are and determine your strengths and weaknesses.
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Growth prospects remain healthy for ocean and air cargo segments heading into next year, though the trajectory figures to level off somewhat according to Fitch Ratings in its latest annual report.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 8, 2019
The December deadline to phase out AOBRDs comes with 'collateral consequences.
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Digital twin, the creation of a virtual, but dynamic, representation of your operations is a powerful approach to better understand how it works today or could work in the future. With a digital twin, an organization can monitor performance, predict the impact of changes, identify areas for improved productivity or customer service and evaluate new.
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
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 8, 2019
SAN DIEGO — Both Volvo and Mack trucks will now offer factory-installed ELDs from Geotab in all new vehicles.
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Listen to “The Value of True Partnerships In Freight Management” on Spreaker. Partnerships in Freight Management Resources The Essential Guide to Third Party Logistics: What is a 3PL, Considerations for Hiring, & How to Select & Implement a 3PL Download the e-Book How to Work with a 3PL, The Benefits of a 3PL, & the.read More.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 8, 2019
A manufacturing decline and lower truck freight rates have put railroads on a collision course with a recession.
Overdrive Online
OCTOBER 8, 2019
The upshot of the four-days-later post-mortem on That's a Big 10-4 on D.C. -- time will tell as to whether the second-annual event served as proof of the concept for those outside of the organizers as a gathering that serves as public outreach and awareness vehicle, as a neutral platform for individual owner-ops and drivers to represent themselves.
Advertiser: GEP
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.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Few industries have been left unscathed by the break-neck pace of change that has defined the 21st century. Businesses have had to find ways in which they are able to future-proof themselves by constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of customers and partners. Manufacturers, for example, have significant considerations when it comes to their business […].
Freightquote
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Unexpected freight accessorial charges are commonplace in LTL shipping, but they can be avoided. Learn more about freight accessorials, as well as what you need to know to make sure you are not charged unexpectedly.
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 8, 2019
I realized then that the term “TMS” has gotten sticky. Between shippers, carriers, third parties and brokers, a quick investigation and some product reviews confirmed that there is confusion about what transportation management systems are and what they do.
Logistics Bureau
OCTOBER 8, 2019
What do people do when they are starting to be concerned about running out of warehouse space? Move to a much bigger warehouse. Rent an additional warehouse space. Sure, these are the solutions that first comes to mind. But what if I tell you, maybe you don’t have to do these? By doing the tips that I’m about to share with you in this video, you might save up to 30% space and of course operation cost!
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Logistics Management
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Following what it called an urgency on behalf of shippers to move freight prior to the end of the third quarter, data recently issued by DAT, a subsidiary of Roper Technologies, in its DAT showed a more quiet beginning to the fourth quarter for spot market activity.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 8, 2019
How can retailers foresee what the must-have holiday gifts will be — and, most importantly, manage increased activity accordingly?
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 8, 2019
The Washington-based American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA) recently announced it has hit what it called a historic high, of 272 supporters, for the companion bill in the United States House of Representatives, H.R. 510, which calls for the permanence of the Short Line Tax Credit (45G).
GoShip Blog
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Truckload freight rates play a significant role for shippers when deciding on the carrier or the company to move your freight. However, before landing a freight quote, it’s important to know which factors impact truckload rates and how they are calculated. Truckload quotes are formed in a rather simple way compared to LTL rates, where density and freight class define the final cost of the shipment.
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Falling 1.9 cents, the national diesel average now stands at $3.047, coming on the heels of a 0.015-cent decline a week ago.
World Food Programme Logistics
OCTOBER 8, 2019
The private sector should view improving nutrition as a business opportunity, not just a moral duty. Think of what you ate today. How much of it did you grow, gather or kill yourself? Unless you’re a farmer, an enthusiastic forager or home gardener, the answer is probably none. How you answered, or how you expect most people to answer, should be a wakeup call that, when we’re talking about ending malnutrition, we cannot do it without engaging with the private sector.
Logistics Business Magazine
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Safety and assistance systems developer and supplier ELOKON has picked up another industry accolade for its ELOprotect product, winning the Industrial Vehicles & Ancillary category at this year’s BITA (British Industrial Truck Association) Design4Safety Awards. ELOprotect beat a strong line of contenders for first place, underlining the increasing success of this system in the UK as well as in other global markets.
247 Customs Broker
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Panama Canal Signs Agreement with Port of Rotterdam The Panama Canal and the Port of Rotterdam signed a Memorandum Understanding (MOU) to promote international… The post Panama Canal Signs Agreement with Port of Rotterdam appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
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
Logistics Business Magazine
OCTOBER 8, 2019
GoPlasticPallets has hired Esther Bussell in the new role of Key Account Sales Manager, a 13-year veteran in the industry. She said: “I’m delighted to join the team during a period of tremendous growth throughout the business. There are many reasons why I knew GoPlasticPallets was right for me, one being the extensive range and quality of the products, allowing me to recommend the best plastic pallets for the client’s application!
247 Customs Broker
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Panama Canal Signs Agreement with Port of Rotterdam The Panama Canal and the Port of Rotterdam signed a Memorandum Understanding (MOU) to promote international… The post Panama Canal Signs Agreement with Port of Rotterdam – Logistics Manager appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Logistics Manager
OCTOBER 8, 2019
The Panama Canal and the Port of Rotterdam signed a Memorandum Understanding (MOU) to promote international trade between Europe and the West Coast of South America. Through this agreement, the two organizations will work closely to optimize operations while encouraging economic growth and the exchange of information on new business development opportunities, including logistics parks and port development projects. “The Expanded Canal continues to reshape global trade routes today, reinfor
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