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How to Ensure Effective Third-Party Deliveries and Excellence in Your E-commerce Logistics Operations

Locus

We see many debates going around on whether businesses should make use of owned or outsourced fleets. But rather than depending on one, modern enterprises make use of both. When owning fleets, brands can control their customer experience. But how do they ensure effective third-party deliveries and excellence in their e-commerce logistics operations, given that they outsource last-mile logistics to third-party providers?

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Natural Gas Vehicle Institute Expands Beyond Natural Gas

NGT News

The Natural Gas Vehicle Institute (NGVi), an ASE-accredited training provider, is launching the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute (AFVi). AFVi will offer training courses to drivers, vehicle technicians and fueling station personnel involved with light-, medium- and heavy-duty fleets that operate hydrogen, propane and electric vehicles. “While we’ve spent the better part of 30 years specializing […] The post Natural Gas Vehicle Institute Expands Beyond Natural Gas appeared first on

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Watch: Five Emerging Trends in Supply Chain and Logistics Technology

Supply Chain Brain

Demi Obayomi, vice president of Sapphire Ventures, discusses mainstreaming supply chain visibility, the critical role of the customer experience, and the need for comprehensive risk management.

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Cintas to Deploy 30 Electric Delivery Vans from Motiv Power Systems

NGT News

Following the successful pilot of seven vehicles across three states last year, Cintas has contracted with Motiv Power Systems for 30 additional zero-emission all-electric delivery vans to be deployed on existing Cintas routes. The new order brings the number of Motiv-powered EVs in the Cintas fleet to 37 vehicles driving daily routes across Michigan, New […] The post Cintas to Deploy 30 Electric Delivery Vans from Motiv Power Systems appeared first on NGT News.

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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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The story of Clare, the Truck Driver Doll, a Series of Coincidences

Women in Trucking

The Women In Trucking Association was searching for ways to reach the next generation to introduce them to careers in transportation. The idea of a doll was considered, and we reached out to Mattel to see if we could get a truck driver Barbie doll.

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Randy Marion Isuzu Orders 1,000 Mullen THREE Electric Trucks

NGT News

Randy Marion Isuzu LLC, a member of the Randy Marion Automotive Group, has ordered 1,000 Mullen THREE electric vehicles from Mullen Automotive Inc. Deliveries are expected to begin in August. The Mullen THREE is a Class 3 low cab forward EV with a versatile chassis that provides a clean top-of-rail for easy upfitting with bodies […] The post Randy Marion Isuzu Orders 1,000 Mullen THREE Electric Trucks appeared first on NGT News.

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Production to start on Freightliner's eM2 in Fall 2023

Commercial Carrier Journal

The Class 6/7 eM2 is now available for order, and Daimler Truck North America has begun an innovation program with leaders in the truck equipment manufacturing industry to expand the eM2 option to the vocational sector.

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Why the Supply Chain Is the New Customer Experience

Supply Chain Brain

The modern-day supply chain isn’t just about delivering product, but doing so in an efficient and sustainable way.

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What can 3PL companies in Southern California do for your supply chain?

West Coast and California Logistics

Southern California is home to many things: Hollywood, beautiful weather, and storied sports franchises. More importantly to you, however, it’s a launch pad for reaching your Western US customers and home to the 3PL providers that help you do it. In this article, we’ll review some of the main services that 3PL companies in Southern California can provide for your business, as well as some things to look for when selecting a provider.

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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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AddSecure Partnership with Cold Chain Federation

Logistics Business Magazine

AddSecure, a European provider of secure IoT connectivity and end-to-end solutions such as temperature-monitoring and connected fleet management solutions, has announced that it has become an associate member of the Cold Chain Federation. The membership is an important milestone for the company as it expands its presence in the UK and further establishes itself as a leading provider of temperature monitoring and connected fleet management solutions.

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This Mexico-Based E-commerce Business Reduced 66% Delivery Costs With Locus

Locus

When it was first launched in 2019, Mexico-based Jüsto was an e-grocery platform that wished to disrupt the consumer industry and become Latin America’s favorite supermarket by 2030. Currently, they have operations in Brazil, Peru and five cities in Mexico: Monterrey, Guadalajara, Queretaro, Puebla and Mexico City. When they first began their journey, the greatest challenge was gaining the trust of consumers, who were used to visiting their local grocery store and largely preferred to check thei

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Driving the Next Generation to Consider Trucking

Women in Trucking

Driving the next generation to consider trucking as their rewarding career path! The Women In Trucking team was recently in Detroit, MI for an event hosted by the Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan. The group has been learning about different career paths, including those in trades, and this event was all about trucking. Key highlights of the day included hearing from WIT Driver Ambassador KayLeigh McCall on her experiences as a professional driver, touring WITney, our educational trailer, and

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Intelligent Dispatch Software For Logistics Operations

Loginext

Read how intelligent dispatch software is helping the trucking industry with proper planning, scheduling, routing and analytics of operations. Further, deep dive into why is dispatch software the key for your business's success. The post Intelligent Dispatch Software For Logistics Operations appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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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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Taking Your Brand DTC: Challenges & Opportunities

Ship Monk

If you’re reading this, we don’t need to tell you that the retail landscape is undergoing massive changes. Anyone who owns or manages a brand, whether wholesale or retail, online or brick and mortar, is painfully aware of the seemingly daily department-store closings, behemoth marketplaces pulling shoppers online, and competition from small startup “disruptors” in virtually every retail category.

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Scaling the Supply Chain: A Comparative Analysis of Logistics in SMEs and Startups

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

In today’s fast-paced and evolving business landscape, effective supply chain management is critical for the success of any organization, regardless of its size. This blog post delves into the intricacies of logistics in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups, highlighting their unique challenges and opportunities. To provide a comprehensive overview, the author draws from various academic studies, reports, and surveys to shed light on the latest trends and best practices i

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MercuryGate a Challenger in the 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for TMS

MercuryGate

MercuryGate, the largest dedicated transportation and logistics management software specialist, has recently been positioned as a Challenger in the 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems (TMS). Recognized for our ability to execute and completeness of vision, MercuryGate's inclusion in the Challengers Quadrant is a testament to our organization’s dedication to solving transportation and logistics challenges for shippers, 3PLs, brokers, and carriers.

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The Unsung Hero of Film Logistics: The Role of a Location Manager

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

The actors are the one who protagonizes the story of a film, the directors are the one who tell the story of the film, the vfx artists are the one who give the magic touches to the film, and many of them are the one who people recognizes the most. But there are another heros who are the part of this equation that doesn’t get much credit for it, the one responsibles for scouting the cinematic and outstanding places that makes the film look the way it is, the location managers.

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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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Views to SKUs: 3PLs Help Social Media Influencers

Logistics Business Magazine

Social media influencers have become a significant force in the marketing world. They have large followings on platforms such as Instagram, YouTube , and TikTok, which they leverage to promote brands and products online. With the rise of influencer marketing, many influencers have started to create their merchandise, which they sell to their followers.

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Logistics Involved In a Bar or Restaurant

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

During the past years, I have been working as a waiter in a lounge that serves food and drinks in the beach of Castellón, LAPLAYA. Two years ago, I became the person in charge during my shift and so I can now talk about my experience in the logistics of this sector. Managing a bar or restaurant requires careful attention to logistics. From ordering supplies to managing inventory, staff and scheduling, there are many moving parts that must come together to create a successful operation.

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Honda Follows Apple model on EVs, Working Directly with Suppliers

Supply Chain Brain

The automaker's new supply chain structure will work directly with parts suppliers on development and production in order to control quality and bring down costs.

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Logistics department in a company in the food industry

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

During my experience working for an artisan company that produces fresh cheese, I realised how logistics departments work in the food industry, all the steps that exist from the moment an order is received until it is delivered to the customer company and made available to the consumer. First of all, in my company Granja Rinya , logistics and orders were part of the same department, because depending on the number of orders received, a certain number of trucks will be required to transport the g

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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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Battery Charger Production Commences

Logistics Business Magazine

Delta-Q Technologies, a leader in battery charging solutions for electric vehicles and industrial equipment, has announced that its innovative mid-power charger, the XV3300, is now in full-scale production. With its unique 3-in-1 design, this highly efficient charging system integrates a 3.3 kW battery charger, a 500 W DC-DC converter to power the vehicles’ auxiliary loads, and an EV charging station interface.

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DELIVERING WARMTH: THE LOGISTICS OF PROVIDING LUNCH AND DINNER TO THOSE WHO NEED IT

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Project Lunch4All. Source: Serve the city. I started volunteering in a centre known as “Humanitarian Hub” in Brussels where different NGOs and associations such as Serve the city Brussels or Red Cross operate. The centre provides people shelter, access to showers, play or charge their phones during the day time, as well as, two warm meals per day. The beneficiaries include a wide range of people in different situations, from asylum seekers to people with low incomes.

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Despite Slight Growth for U.S. Manufacturing, the Threat of a Recession Remains

Supply Chain Brain

The Institute for Supply Management said its purchasing managers’ index rose from a three-year low of 46.3% in March 2023 to 47.1% in April 2023.

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Peak Resilience

Logistics Business Magazine

Challenges in finding available labour, combined with rising costs, prompted logistics service provider, iForce, and their client, The Works, to re-think their approach to achieving peak for the leading toys and stationery retailer. Ensuring reliable fulfilment would require a commitment to advanced automation including state-of-the-art, right-size packaging technology from Sparck.

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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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Lawmakers Ask the SEC to Investigate Shein's Supply Chain Before its Reported IPO

Supply Chain Brain

Bipartisan lawmakers are asking the SEC to confirm Shein does not use forced labor from China’s Muslim Uyghur population.

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Logistics in the ice cube crisis

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

The other day I was having a drink with some friends when, looking at the ice in the soft drink, I was reminded of the famous ice cube crisis that happened not long ago. I started to reflect on it and wondered if there was a logistical part to this issue, and indeed there was. The ice cube crisis is an interesting example of how logistical problems can have a big impact on the economy and on everyday life.

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U.S. Rail Companies Grant Paid Sick Days After Public Pressure

Supply Chain Brain

For years, freight rail workers weren’t allowed to call in sick the morning of their shift.

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