Compactor Management Company

AUGUST 16, 2022

Manufacturing and distribution facilities are constantly looking for new ways to manage their waste. In comparison to other industries, managing waste in manufacturing units is more complex since certain elements impede the process. It is because manufacturing units have to make judgments while being profitable. Manufacturing waste is commonly created as a result of overproduction, delivery delays, needless transportation of goods, overstock, defects, and a variety of other factors.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

AUGUST 16, 2022

B2C brands will break the bank on marketing and merchandising programs to attract and convert customers. But then they’ll cheap out on the packaging and create a totally forgettable brand experience for customers when they receive the product.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

AUGUST 16, 2022

The LA and Long Beach Ports have gone ahead by obtaining approval from Kern County Supervisors for a large inland port in Mojave CA.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

AUGUST 16, 2022

Brake Safety Weeks kicks off this Sunday. To help prepare, check out CCJ's most popular maintenance video, a brake system inspection conducted by a former truck mechanic turned FHP truck inspector.

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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.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 16, 2022

In the wake of the e-commerce explosion, triggered by the pandemic and growing concerns around supply chain sustainability, pickup and drop-off (PUDO) networks are projected to grow significantly in the coming years.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 16, 2022

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. This article is from Kirk Carlsen, Director of PLM Product Marketing at Oracle, and looks at the importance of IoT. During my time as a professional cyclist, I learned that the more information and technology I could leverage, the faster I rode.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

AUGUST 16, 2022

International rolls out "the last combustion engine that we will ever develop," its first-ever transmission and a compact aftertreatment package.

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NGT News

AUGUST 16, 2022

Duke Energy and Ford Motor Co. are expanding vehicle-to-grid (V2G) charging using the new F-150 Lightning electric truck’s rugged batteries as a workhorse at home and on the electric grid. Duke Energy has filed for North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) approval of a new demand response pilot program expected to launch in 2023 for customers […].

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Envase Technologies

AUGUST 16, 2022

Envase believes that a diverse team is a stronger team! In the Spring of 2022, we kicked off our gender diversity initiative, #SheDrays at the Harbor Trucking Association’s flagship event, DrayTech. Our goal with the #SheDrays program is to shine a spotlight on women in our industry who are recognized by their peers as leaders, create opportunities for training and mentorship across all genders, and develop programs to attract and retain top female talent to our field (traditionally a male-domin

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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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NGT News

AUGUST 16, 2022

U.S. Gain, an alternative fuel and renewable energy development and distribution company, has named John E. Smith as business development manager for Midwest and Northeast territories. He will help transportation fleets evaluate their fueling options, build out transition plans, and identify or construct fueling or charging locations along their routes.

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Overdrive Online

AUGUST 16, 2022

Beyond the OEM warranties that sometimes can be found on newer used trucks, aftermarket extended warranties are available from a handful of providers, and powertrain warranties are available from engine OEMs.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 16, 2022

To ensure that they're meeting goals for sustainability and carbon tracking, shippers need to have an "open ecosystem" that enables data transformation among all supply chain partners, says Mike Reed, chief product officer with Redwood Logistics.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 16, 2022

How to get in, get on, and secure your Supply Chain career? Here are 4 things to consider. Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: Pursuing a Career in Logistics and Supply Chain. How to Get a Job in the Supply Chain Sector. Jobs and Career Paths in Supply Chain and Logistics. How to Secure Your First Supply Chain or Logistics Job.

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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.

Sourcing Strategies

Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 16, 2022

Logility's demand-planning tool has immeasurably improved the customer experience at Berry Global, says David Walsh, vice president of supply chain and customer experience at Berry Global.

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Overdrive Online

AUGUST 16, 2022

International rolls out "the last combustion engine that we will ever develop," its first-ever transmission and a compact aftertreatment package.

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Packaging 94

Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 16, 2022

China is resuming its military drills in the region following the surprise arrival of a new delegation of U.S. lawmakers, apparently aimed at demonstrating Beijing’s ability to mount a blockade of Taiwan.

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Military 90

Fleet Owner

AUGUST 16, 2022

ACT Research analysts shared that possible mitigating factors of the inbound recession, including probability and vehicle demand, have been incorporated into their downturn forecasts.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 16, 2022

Communities in the Inland Empire, the U.S.’s logistics mecca east of Los Angeles, are suspending new warehousing projects to examine the impact from decades of pollution — putting the industry under pressure when it’s needed most.

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Fleet Owner

AUGUST 16, 2022

The 18-speed transmissions are designed for both on-highway and vocational applications. They support maximums of 510 hp, 1,850 lb.-ft. of torque capacity and 140,000 lb. of gross combination vehicle weight (GCVW).

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 16, 2022

There are some basic characteristics that enable flexibility for last-mile carriers.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2022

Global Reach Logistics Ltd ( GRL ) is pleased to announce that it has agreed a partnership with CACESA (Compañía Auxiliar al Cargo Express SA) to create an on-site external temporary storage facility. With the growth in E-Commerce and Fulfilment, CACESA has expanded into markets such as the UK to expand its footprint and provide Country solutions to some of those platform sellers from countries such as China.

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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.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 16, 2022

In the back office, accounts payable (AP) hogs a lot of the automation spotlight, and for good reason.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2022

With the UK logistics industry preparing for the busiest time of year, many companies are facing more pressure around ensuring their business and workforce are set for the inevitable annual spike in demand. Recruiting and onboarding new subcontractors has always been one of the main areas of strain for the logistics and courier industry. Typically, recruiting new self-employed delivery drivers involves advertising the role, finding the best-suited candidates, contacting them individually and man

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 16, 2022

President Biden signed into law Aug. 9 the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, as part of an industrial strategy to revitalize domestic manufacturing, create good-paying American jobs, strengthen American supply chains, and accelerate the industries of the future.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2022

Prologis , a leading owner and developer of UK logistics real estate, has further strengthened its portfolio in London and the South East, with the acquisition of two prime urban logistics estates in Park Royal and Watford (pictured). This transaction continues the company’s strategic focus on Greater London, following recent acquisitions in Croydon and Erith in July.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 16, 2022

More businesses are recognizing that supply chain visibility is critical to future planning, relationship management and crisis response.

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FreightWaves SONAR

AUGUST 16, 2022

California’s AB5 has made for the kind of articles media outlets dream about. As it’s been litigated over the past couple of years, we’ve seen unions jostle with lobbyists, spirited protests slow commerce (see last month’s blockade at the Port of Oakland) and a larger ideological showdown that pits ideals of workers’ rights against the flexible labor that gig economy proponents say is a feature, not a bug.

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Locus

AUGUST 16, 2022

In the year 2021, around 210 million packages were stolen across America. Things get tough when your customers lose highly-expensive items to porch pirates. Damaged, delayed or lost deliveries negatively impact convenience of customers in the last mile. In an attempt to add convenience to customers, the concept of last-mile delivery has evolved into the last yard.

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