The Future of Logistics Tech: A Chinese Century?
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 22, 2019
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Traffic fatalities in U.S. inching down after multiyear spike
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 22, 2019
Annual motor vehicle deaths expected to be fewer than 40,000 for the first time since 2015.
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Surviving in the U.S. Transportation Market
Now, That's Logistics
AUGUST 22, 2019
Jeff Barrie is CEO for DB Schenker U.S.A having recently returned to the U.S. after 20 years abroad. In a recent interview with Robert Bowman, Managing Editor for Supply Chain Brain, Barrie talked about his time away from the U.S., his return and the differences as well as similarities between the U.S. and European transportation markets. Here are excerpts from the interview.
Do You Have too Much Marketing Collateral?
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
AUGUST 22, 2019
Here’s an amazing, fun fact: Kudzu, an Asian vine brought to the U.S. in 1876, can grow as much as a foot a day. Do you know what else can grow incredibly quickly? Marketing collateral. If you haven’t taken a good, hard look at your inventory in a while, you might be surprised to learn what’s hanging around in your (or your fulfillment partner’s) warehouse.
Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry
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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.
Factors to Consider when Using AGVs for Pallet Movement
Material Handling and Logistics
AUGUST 22, 2019
When considering the right type of AGV system, a number of issues come into play, such as type of vehicle, guidance system, drive configuration, power and communication.
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Decision time? Ask these three questions
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 22, 2019
If we’ve learned anything from the Jurassic Park movies, it’s this: Just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should. While you probably aren’t tasked with cloning dinosaurs at work, asking, “Can we? Should we? Will we?
Editor’s Choice: Advantages of a Digital Supply Chain in a Perpetually Connected World
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 22, 2019
Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. When driving by a busy seaport, I’m always awed at the hulking towers of shipping containers stacked eight to ten high in the yards surrounding the terminals. Every ocean container full of goods has a starting point well before products become freight.
Hino celebrates opening of new truck production facility
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 22, 2019
The West Virginia plant plans to produce the company’s Class 6-8 trucks, including new Hino XL Series.
‘Freight Tech’ Fit-Out: 3 Critical Steps to Successful Integration
Parade
AUGUST 22, 2019
Signing a contract with a technology vendor does not guarantee you will be able to realize the benefits of the technology quickly. It is not as simple as signing a contract with a vendor, saying, “Let’s get started!”. When adopting anything new— people, technologies, processes— companies must understand how to integrate those changes into their existing operations.
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
Asset tracking: New ways to protect cargo
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 22, 2019
Trucking industry experts explain how this vital link in the system is best addressed, now and in the future.
Parade launches new brokerage features: Delivers connected, seamless carrier sales experience
Parade
AUGUST 22, 2019
Big data and artificial intelligence leader expands product to further automate workflows, scale relationship management, and grow digital bookings. August 20, 2019 - San Francisco, CA // Today, Parade, which creates big data and artificial intelligence solutions for transportation companies, unveiled a new collection of product features to ensure their brokerage customers are better able to communicate with carriers and adapt to carrier feedback.
[WHITE PAPER] Final Mile Considerations Shippers Must Make to Develop a Sound Strategy
GlobalTranz
AUGUST 22, 2019
Fill out the Form Below to Get a Free Copy of the White Paper to Your Inbox! Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “Final Mile Considerations Shippers Must Make to Develop a Sound Strategy” white paper! This is a must read for those shippers looking to.read More. The post [WHITE PAPER] Final Mile Considerations Shippers Must Make to Develop a Sound Strategy appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.
‘Opening Act’ sets the stage at Pride & Polish
Overdrive Online
AUGUST 22, 2019
If you wonder why the lush blue show truck at the Great American Trucking Show is named “Opening Act,” owner Dan Brubaker has a quick answer: the shop his family recently opened in southeast Iowa, One of a Kind Customs.
Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability
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.
‘Freight Tech’ Fit-Out: 3 Critical Steps to Successful Integration
Parade
AUGUST 22, 2019
In this post, we discuss some common pitfalls to integrating new technology successfully and how to avoid them.
Choice scenes from the parking community at GATS — night 1
Overdrive Online
AUGUST 22, 2019
Back at the old home place at GATS truck parking Wednesday night before show open: Watching music great Leon Everette and trucker-songwriter Bill Weaver wind their way a couple hours' worth of music, eventually with the absolutely excellent backing of the Stone Creek Four, was an unexpected treat.
The ROI of Logistics Safety Programs
Kane is Able
AUGUST 22, 2019
Every logistics operation will say safety programs are a priority. But many such claims are lip service only. Safety solutions, over and above OSHA-mandated programs, cost money – for training, equipment and software. Many companies struggle to invest money in things that might happen.
Considering On-Demand Capabilities in the Private Fleet vs Dedicated Transportation Debate
West Coast and California Logistics
AUGUST 22, 2019
For companies of a certain size, there’s an age-old debate over how to best handle transportation services. Is it best to go-it-alone and handle your own transportation through a private fleet? Or, it is better to partner with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider that offers dedicated transportation services? We’ll take a fresh look at these two options in this article while adding a new wrinkle: the option of partnering with dedicated providers that can also offer on-demand transportation.
How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces
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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.
Freight Shipping Market Volatility Makes 3PLs Indispensable
Freight Center
AUGUST 22, 2019
Freight shipping is a reactive industry, much like the tail of the dog. Freight carriers can’t create demand, they just react to it. When the economy is as strong as it was in 2018, demand is high, capacity is low and rates rise. In addition to a strong economy, 2018 was notable for the introduction of Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs), which reduced capacity, and a shortage of new heavy-duty freight trucks.
Tips to Keep Commercial Waste Odor under Control
Compactor Management Company
AUGUST 22, 2019
Dumpsters have sure helped with effective waste disposal since its advent in the 1930’s. But the one thing they have not been able to eliminate is the terrible smell that garbage bags sustain. For some establishments, the smell is more obvious on hotter days or when the dumpster is not closed. Restaurant and supermarket managers don’t have it easy either.
International car shipping: what you need to know
I.C.E. Transport
AUGUST 22, 2019
Are you moving overseas, or planning an extended visit? Would you like to bring your car? Shipping a car (or pickup truck, motorcycle, powerboat or any other motorized vehicle) isn’t complicated, and it doesn’t have to be expensive, as long as you know what you’re doing. Here are some important things to keep in mind about international car shipping.
Video: See The Tank Wash Finder in Action
Bulk Connection
AUGUST 22, 2019
We’ve been writing a lot about Bulk Connection's new Tank Wash Finder in our recent blog posts. Like a proud parent, we're excited to spread news of its arrival far and wide while singing its praises along the way. In this article, however, we're going to stop telling you about what makes this tool so great. Instead, we're going to use our new video to show you the tool in action so that you can see just how easily it can benefit your operation.
GEP Outlook Report 2024
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.
Celebrating Ceylon through Photography
World Food Programme Logistics
AUGUST 22, 2019
Celebrating Ceylon through photography WFP staff member captures the beauty of Sri Lanka through his camera lens Nguyen Duc Hoang, the World Food Programme’s former Deputy Country Director in Sri Lanka has spent the last four years photographing the beauty of this island nation. Hoang’s passion for photography began when he was a child, and has become a way of capturing the people he has met and places he has visited through his work with WFP.
Penske Truck Leasing Receives Battery-Electric Class 8 Truck from Daimler
Penske Move Ahead
AUGUST 22, 2019
Penske Truck Leasing took delivery of one of the first Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) Freightliner electric eCascadia Class 8 trucks at a ceremony in Yountville, California, August 20, 2019. The truck is part of Freightliner’s Electric Innovation Fleet. “Co-creation is the cornerstone of DTNA’s strategy to rapidly develop and deploy battery-electric trucks.
How a food card empowers refugee women in Sudan
World Food Programme Logistics
AUGUST 22, 2019
White Nile State is home to a large population of South Sudanese refugees. In the first half of 2019, the World Food Programme (WFP) supported 387,000 refugees across Sudan with the majority of food contributions from USAID. More than half of them are women. WFP encourages women decision-making power at home by issuing monthly food ration cards in their names.
Rates sunk lower last week, but improved demand could bode well for this week
247 Customs Broker
AUGUST 22, 2019
Spot truckload freight volume jumped 5% during the week ending August 18, prompting solid gains in the national average van and reefer load-to-truck ratios, said… The post Rates sunk lower last week, but improved demand could bode well for this week appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
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
Freightera Tops 100 Fastest-Growing Companies List in British Columbia
Freightera
AUGUST 22, 2019
Business in Vancouver ranks Freightera #3 on 2019 List of 100 Fastest-Growing Companies in B.C. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, August 22, 2019 (Newswire.com) – ?????Freightera, the rapidly growing Vancouver-based B2B Freight Marketplace offering instant all-inclusive LTL, FTL and rail freight quotes in Canada and the USA, was recently listed as #3 of 100 Fastest-Growing Companies in B.C. by Business in Vancouver Magazine.
Photos: Show trucks shine bright at GATS Pride & Polish
247 Customs Broker
AUGUST 22, 2019
The Great American Trucking Show kicked off Thursday in Dallas, and competitors in Overdrive‘s Pride & Polish had their trucks shined up and ready for the show… The post Photos: Show trucks shine bright at GATS Pride & Polish appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
ShipChain and ParceLive Announce New Partnership to Advance Global Blockchain Shipment Tracking
Shipchain
AUGUST 22, 2019
New Partnership Will Enable Real-Time Temperature, Light, and Location Monitoring Across the Global Supply Chain. ShipChain, a blockchain-based logistics solutions provider, today launched a new partnership with ParceLive, a real-time supply chain visibility platform, furthering its efforts to increase transparency, efficiency and quality control across the global supply chain.
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