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Revolutionizing the Industry: Discover the Top 3 Logistics Trends for 2023!

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Revolutionizing the Industry: Discover the Top 3 Logistics Trends for 2023! | Image source: Pixabay Everyone who is familiar with the transportation industry understands that things do not always go as planned. Yet, by 2024, it will be evident that any sense of stability is a delusion. Transportation systems around the world are under severe strain as a result of a scarcity of diesel and drivers, as well as a shortage of raw materials, growing inflation, and the conflict in Ukraine.

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The WMS Ecosystem – Six Degrees of Separation from Cal Petty

Logistics Viewpoints

I kicked off a research project on the global warehouse management systems (WMS) integration and consulting market. The research is focused on those organizations that are WMS specialists – meaning that warehouse consulting is a major part of the organization’s business. To obtain a better understanding of the market prior to my outreach efforts, I contacted Cal Petty of enVista , a global consulting, managed services, and material handling automation firm.

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Senate Votes to Overturn Biden’s Anti-Smog Rules for Big Rigs

Supply Chain Brain

Trucking companies and congressional critics argued the rules, estimated to cost about $2,500 to $8,300 per vehicle, were too expensive, and came amid driver shortages and supply-chain woes.

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Frugality, focus on costs pays off for owner-operator Jay Hosty

Overdrive Online

Jay Hosty began his trucking career as an owner-operator in 1981 at the age of 19. Since the beginning, his business focus has honed in on per-mile costs. That, mixed with his own frugality, have led to a long, successful career.

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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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WorkWave Achieves Continued Strong Performance With 36% Revenue Growth and 120% Net Revenue Retention in Q1 2023

WorkWave

Time To Read: 2 minutes The company continues to deliver superior performance across all areas of the business and all key metrics despite economic headwinds HOLMDEL, N.J., April 26, 2023, WorkWave® , a leading provider of SaaS software solutions that support every stage of a field service business’s life cycle, maintained its market success with overall revenue growth up 36% year-over-year (YoY) and a 120% net retention rate in Q1 2023.

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Nuevo Leon to Take Delivery of 400 Compressed Natural Gas Buses

NGT News

Foton, with support from Allison Transmission and Cummins, is shipping 400 Foton AUV compressed natural gas (CNG) buses to Nuevo Leon, Mexico, to aid in the state’s plan to modernize public transportation. Equipped with an Allison Torqmatic fully automatic transmission and a Cummins engine, the Foton CNG buses are designed to improve fuel efficiency and […] The post Nuevo Leon to Take Delivery of 400 Compressed Natural Gas Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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Accelerating Imports of Critical Equipment in the Middle East and Africa

Supply Chain Brain

There’s a need to speed up the import and delivery of mission-critical equipment and time-sensitive spare parts. But the process can be especially challenging in the Middle East and Africa.

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Werner Enterprises to Begin Running Cummins’ 15-Liter Natural Gas Engine

NGT News

Transportation and logistics provider Werner Enterprises says it will be testing and validating the 2023 X15N Cummins natural gas engine in its fleet as a part of efforts to achieve a 55% reduction in carbon emissions by 2035. “As a top five truckload carrier in North America, we are committed to implementing sustainability initiatives creating […] The post Werner Enterprises to Begin Running Cummins’ 15-Liter Natural Gas Engine appeared first on NGT News.

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Supply Chain Mastery: Innovative Strategies for Importers

MTS Logistics

Managing the supply chain can be a challenging and complex task, especially for U.S. importers who need to navigate a vast network of suppliers and transportation providers. However, importers can significantly enhance their supply chain’s efficiency and reduce costs, while also improving customer satisfaction and increasing profitability by implementing several essential strategies. 1.

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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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Ten Years After Rana Plaza Collapse, the Risk of a Similar Disaster Persists

Supply Chain Brain

Ten years on from the Rana Plaza collapse, governmental bodies around the globe are taking on more responsibility for worker safety and corporate due diligence. But it's not enough.

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Security Considerations When Using Mobile Scanning in a 3PL Warehouse

Camelot 3PL Software

In recent years, mobile scanning has become an integral part of the operations in third-party logistics (3PL) warehouses. Mobile scanning technology allows warehouse staff to quickly and accurately scan barcodes or QR codes on products, pallets, and containers, enabling real-time inventory management and tracking. However, with the growing use of mobile scanning technology, it is important to consider the security implications of using mobile devices in a 3PL warehouse environment.

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Watch: What Does It Mean to Be 'Flexible' in the Warehouse?

Supply Chain Brain

"Flexibility" can be a vague term when it comes to logistics and distribution operations, explains Andy Williams, executive vice president of sales for North America with Exotec.

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Dissecting the Transformation: A Critical Examination of Logistics Education in Universities

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Logistics, as an indispensable component of the global economy, has witnessed tremendous growth and change in recent years. As businesses continuously strive to optimize their supply chains, the necessity for skilled logistics professionals has intensified. Consequently, universities have been compelled to adapt their educational offerings in logistics.

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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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Charge Management Controls Energy Costs

Logistics Business Magazine

The new “connect:charger” module as part of Linde Material Handling’s (MH) fleet management solution makes the charging processes of battery-powered industrial trucks transparent and reduces electricity costs while maintaining consistent, high vehicle availability through prioritization, defined charging time slots and power limits. Suitable for use across industries, the quick-to-install software and hardware solution proves its worth even with small fleets and will be launched in time for the

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Norsk Hydro Will Supply Porsche with Low-Carbon Aluminum

Supply Chain Brain

By 2025, Porsche's aluminum will produce 3.5 kg of Carbon Dioxide per 1kg of aluminum used, a rate 60% lower than the primary material currently consumed in Europe.

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Penske to Acquire Star Truck Rentals, Inc.

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Truck Leasing reached an agreement to acquire Star Truck Rentals, Inc., a transportation services company offering full-service leasing, commercial truck rental, contract maintenance, used truck sales and additional services. Financial terms were not disclosed. Founded over 150 years ago, Star Truck Rentals operates over 1,900 vehicles from 18 locations throughout Michigan and Indiana.

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Watch: Engineering Supply Chain Resilience by Reinforcing Back-End Operations

Supply Chain Brain

Chris Yeung, senior product manager with eMoldino, explains how digitization can improve supply chain back-end operations and enable the end-to-end flow of data.

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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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Moving Checklist for Military Families

Penske Move Ahead

On average, a military family moves or receives a Permanent Change of Station (PCS), every two to three years. And while it may be a familiar process, the logistics of a move can still be daunting. Penske’s Military Call Center , which assists active military, veterans and their families through Personally Procured Moves (PPM), or “do-it-yourself’ (DIY) moves, offers these tips to for an easier transition.

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What Drivers Want with Ashley Thomas

The Logistics of Logistics

Ashley Thomas and Joe Lynch discuss what drivers want. Ashley is the CEO of is of Supreme Driver Recruiting where they provide rapid CDL driver staffing and direct placement for carriers in 48 States. About Ashley Thomas Ashley Thomas is the CEO of Supreme Driver Recruiting where they provide rapid CDL driver staffing and direct placement for carriers in 48 States.

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2-Day Shipping 2-torial

Ship Monk

While a hundred years ago you’d be lucky to get a package across the country in a few weeks, over the last twenty years the ecommerce industry has completely changed customer expectations. Amazon is credited for transforming how shoppers think about delivery of their ordered goods. Prior to the launch of Prime in 2005, 2-Day shipping was unheard of (forget FREE 2-Day shipping).

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Where To Find Significant Transportation Cost Savings

Talking Logistics

Transportation executives are always looking for ways to reduce costs. A common approach is via mode conversion, such as using rail instead of trucks for long-haul moves, or combining multiple less-than-truckload shipments into a single truckload. There are also cost savings available via procurement, such as ensuring compliance with routing guide, or in this “softer”.

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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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3PL vs. 4PL: What’s the Difference?

CLX Logistics

3PL vs. 4PL: What’s the Difference? Chemical shipping can be a complicated and involved process. For many companies, outsourcing their shipping efforts is the best way to create economical logistics programs while maintaining a focus on core competencies. But to enjoy the benefits of outsourcing, you must choose a partner who will meet your needs and maintain industry standards.

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Robotics Solutions Unveiled at LogiMAT

Logistics Business Magazine

Hai Robotics, a leader in Autonomous Case-handling Robot (ACR) systems, will introduce its new cutting-edge automation and robotics solutions at LogiMAT 2023 from April 25 to 27 in Stuttgart, Germany. Hai Robotics is set to showcase its latest range of innovative automated solutions at Europe’s largest annual intralogistics exhibition. The exhibition will feature the highly anticipated HaiFlex and HaiPick A3 solutions.