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Amazon Responds to Criticism for High Injury Rates

Material Handling and Logistics

The world's largest online retailer responded to a recent report citing higher-than-average warehouse injury rates.

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The Top 3 Commodities Shipped By Truck in all 50 States

Kuebix

Have you ever been driving on the highway and wondered what kind of freight was on the truck beside you? Unless it’s a clearly defined Coca-Cola or retail branded truck, you probably have no clue. That’s why we’ve put together this list of the top ground freight commodity types shipped by truck in each of […]. The post The Top 3 Commodities Shipped By Truck in all 50 States appeared first on Kuebix.

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Understanding truck weight limits for oversize shipments

I.C.E. Transport

When you ship oversize freight, the length, height and/or width of the load dictate that you’ll need special permits for truck transportation. But often, of course, an oversize load is a heavy load as well. That’s why it’s important to understand the truck weight limits that apply to oversize shipments.

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Troubleshooting by Defining Standards

The Lean Thinker

Sometimes I see people chasing their tails when trying to troubleshoot a process. This usually (though not always) follows a complaint or rejection of some kind. A few years ago I posted Organize, Standardize, Stabilize, Optimize and talked in general terms about the sequence of thinking that gives reliable outcomes. This is a series of questions that, if asked and addressed in sequence, can help you troubleshoot a process.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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Toyota’s Biggest Problem Is Keeping Hybrid Car Models in Stock

Material Handling and Logistics

Despite an industry-wide shift towards full electrification, Toyota is experiencing a supply-chain-straining surge in demand for its RAV4 and Corolla hybrids.

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The Digitization of Transportation

Material Handling and Logistics

DHL's adoption of a variety of technologies is keeping its strategy of digitalization transportation moving forward.

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Holiday week pushes spot truckload rates higher

Fleet Owner

With Thanksgiving occurring late in November, the holiday weekend coincided with end-of-month pressures. Spot truckload rates rose sharply on loads that were picked up during the week ending Dec.

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Prologis report focuses on intersection of property categorizations and supply chain needs

Logistics Management

The varying needs of supply chain-based industrial property occupiers paints a clear picture of how property categorizations shed light on the intersection of supply chain needs and different types of properties, according to a research report recently issued in a report by San Francisco-based real estate investment trust company Prologis.

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Debunking procurement transformation myths

Fleet Owner

There has been a great deal of talk about “procurement transformation” and not all of it has been good. Misconceptions, misperception and misinformation about procurement transformation abound.

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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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Combating Slavery in Supply Chain Just Got Easier

Material Handling and Logistics

There are growing expectations for companies to identify any incidence of slavery in their operations or value chains and report on the steps they take as a result.

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ACT: US trailer production shifting to ‘advantage fleets’

Fleet Owner

Trailer industry net orders now have posted year-over-year declines for 10 consecutive months, according to the most recent issue of ACT Research’s Trailer Components Report.

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More global air cargo hubs to join Anti-Wildlife Trafficking Alliance

Logistics Management

The critical need for a strong global effort is demonstrated by the fact that the illegal wildlife trade is one of the most lucrative transnational crimes and estimated by the United Nations to be worth up to $23 billion annually.

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DHL bringing electric StreetScooter to United States

Fleet Owner

DHL announced its StreetScooter electric vehicle unit will begin operating in two cities in the United States next spring.

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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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Clean Cities Group Recognizes Chicagoland Alt-Fuel Leaders

NGT News

The Chicago Area Clean Cities Coalition (CACC) has announced its 2019 Leadership Award winners, which are given annually to organizations and individuals that take actions to locally reduce petroleum consumption and improve air quality, such as by using cleaner-burning alternative-fuel vehicles, electric vehicles or other advanced technologies. This year’s winners include: Village of Oak Park, […].

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ELDs innocent until proven guilty as highway killers

Overdrive Online

To establish a clear link between ELD use and fatalities, the burden of proof is on whoever makes the allegation. If anything, the underlying numbers weigh against that conclusion.

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California ports convene to discuss “Sea Level Defense”

Logistics Management

“Strategies for Storms, Flooding and Sea Level Defense,” a day-long conference sponsored by the Ports of San Francisco, Long Beach, Los Angeles and Oakland, attracted industry experts from around the world this week to Oakland’s Jack London Square.

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Savings Through Container Transport Planning

Logistics Viewpoints

The use of standardized steel shipping containers, or intermodal containers, started late in the 1940s as commercial shipping operators started employing them for ocean carrier, truck, and rail transport. It wasn’t until 2005 when the International Maritime Office (IMO) established industry standards for more consistent loading, transporting, and unloading of goods in ports throughout the world, saving time and resources.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

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.

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Spot truckload rates see Thanksgiving bump for week ending December 1, reports DAT

Logistics Management

Spot truckload rates benefitted from Thanksgiving coming later in November this year, coupled with typically hectic end of month activity, for the week of November 24 through December 1, according to data issued this week by Portland, Oregon-based DAT, a freight marketplace platform and information provider and a subsidiary of Roper Technologies.

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5 Supply Chain Trends to Watch for in 2020

Morai Logistics

With 2019 coming to an end, it’s important to know what the new year will bring the world of supply chains—here are 5 supply chain predictions for 2020. The year’s almost over. 2019 saw significant changes for supply chains all across the globe. Technological advancements continued coming in thick and fast. Additionally, several preexisting innovation picked up steam.

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ShipMatrix data points to strong carrier performance for start of holiday delivery season

Logistics Management

With the holiday shopping season officially in full swing, data issued this week by ShipMatrix, a subsidiary of Pittsburgh-based SJ Consulting, showed that major parcel carriers, including UPS, FedEx, the United States Postal Service (USPS), and global e-commerce titan Amazon, have started strong for delivery of online items for the week ending December 1, which included both Thanksgiving and Black Friday.

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ELD Phase 3 is Looming. Are You Ready?

United World Transporation

December 16, 2019 marks the date where full compliance of the ELD rule is required by all carriers and drivers. Implementation of the Rule has followed three phases: December 16, 2015 – December 17, 2018 – Awareness and Transition Phase December 18, 2017 – December 15, 2019 – Phase in Compliance December 16, 2019 onward – Full Compliance. Read on for all you need to know to make sure you’re compliant!

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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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WFP`s Kitchen of Hope fills refugees, chefs and employers with hope

World Food Programme Logistics

WFP`s Kitchen of Hope helps get refugees into the world of work The World Food Programme`s Kitchen of Hope project provides culinary training and helps increase employment opportunities for primarily Syrian refugees and interested Turkish nationals. The idea is that, with a bit of practical help and hands-on experience, many people who are currently struggling can get jobs in the restaurant sector and become independent.

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Using Shipping Data to Meet E-Commerce Customer Demand

Supply Chain Brain

Two top components of customer experience are delivery and transparency, according to a recent report.

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CEI letter to House and Senate leadership focuses on STB’s proposed revenue adequacy rules

Logistics Management

A letter sent today to Senate and House leaders, for the Senate Subcommittee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and the House Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and House Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials, from leadership at the Washington, D.C.-based Competitive Enterprise Institute (CEI), a non-profit libertarian think tank, in advance of the Surface Transportation Board’s (STB) December 12-13 hearing on railroad revenue adequacy, raised concerns over what

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IAG Cargo Successfully Trials Autonomous Drone Technology in Madrid

Airfreight Logistics

IAG Cargo has announced that they have successfully trialed autonomous drone technology within their warehouse facility in Madrid. Designed around the automation of freight checks, the technology will help improve efficiency and reliability of their operations. Conducted using technology developed by drone software start-up FlytBase, the trials come after IAG Cargo found it was spending an average of 6,500 hours each year recording the barcodes and location data of freight across their individua

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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

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AutoStore Wins Coveted European Business Award

Logistics Business Magazine

Norwegian robotics company AutoStore won Business of the Year with Turnover of €150m or higher at the European Business Awards in Warsaw this week. Headquartered in Nedre Vats in Rogaland, AutoStore is one of the world leaders in high-density storage with an existing award-winning robotic cube-based, storage and retrieval system that has transformed the logistics and delivery process for businesses across the globe.

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Logistics Market Research Growth By Manufacturers, Regions, Type And Application, Industry Analysis And Forecast Till 2026

247 Customs Broker

Industry Overview of the Logistics Report 2026: The market intelligence report on the Global Logistics Market offers the readers a 360° market overview with definitions,… The post Logistics Market Research Growth By Manufacturers, Regions, Type And Application, Industry Analysis And Forecast Till 2026 appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Airbus Apprenticeship Link Up for Supply Chain Academy

Logistics Business Magazine

In September 2018, in response to the increasing demand for highly skilled supply chain professionals, the Supply Chain Academy through its training arm, CP Training and in partnership with Leeds Trinity University, started the delivery of the first work-based supply chain degree apprenticeship, paid for by the employer Apprenticeship Levy. Airbus in the UK is making use of this degree and operates an apprenticeship programme responsible for enrolling around 4,500 apprentices over the last three