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The Current State of TMS (Transportation Management Systems)
GlobalTranz
JUNE 4, 2019
The current state of TMS (Transportation Management Systems) reflects the ongoing need for a shipper to control freight spend and reduce delays. As Walmart and Amazon work to increase customer service through low-cost, faster delivery, shippers must take note of the market and embrace its full potential. The History of Transportation Management Systems Transportation management.read More.
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Is it Time To Upgrade to A Cloud-Based Transportation Management System (TMS)?
Kuebix
JUNE 4, 2019
Many companies are still using the transportation management system (TMS) they installed 15 or even 20 years ago! Technology has changed and improved significantly over that time. So if you’re still using an outdated TMS to manage your logistics operation, it’s time to upgrade to a modern, cloud-based system. Why Should I Replace My Old TMS?
NACV Show 2019 expands with on-floor education sessions
Fleet Owner
JUNE 4, 2019
The North American Commercial Vehicle (NACV) Show, billed as the premier biennial B2B trucking industry event focusing on the needs of fleet owners, managers and decision makers, recently announced this year’s event will feature three new Solutions T
GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report
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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?
Time and cost, redux: Where the owner-op is the smartest guy — in a roomful of carrier execs
Overdrive Online
JUNE 4, 2019
So, what is your time worth? Turns out, it's likely a lot more owner-operators have a clear sense of that that fleet execs when it comes to the trucking business.
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New USMCA deal favors U.S. with Canadian oil
Truck News
JUNE 4, 2019
Think before you speak and read it before you sign it. These will be my words of advice to the thundering herd of currently employed and pensioned politicians as they scamper back to their ridings waving their… “remember me?” signs!
Lightning Systems upgrades its e-powertrain for Ford Transit
Fleet Owner
JUNE 4, 2019
Lightning Systems, which develops of zero-emission drivetrains for commercial fleets, recently introduced a longer-range, higher-speed, Generation 2 model of its Lightning Electric system for the Ford Transit.
National diesel average falls for third time in four weeks, reports EIA
Logistics Management
JUNE 4, 2019
Falling 1.5 cents, the national diesel average now stands at $3.136 per gallon. This comes on the heels of a 1.2-cent decline and a 0.03-cent increase, respectively, over the previous two weeks.
Michelin, GM to launch airless tires for passenger vehicles by 2024
Fleet Owner
JUNE 4, 2019
Companies to start real-world testing on a test fleet of Bolt EV vehicles in Michigan
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.
Editor’s Pick: The Long Arm of OFAC – How US Sanctions Impact Pretty Much Everyone
Talking Logistics
JUNE 4, 2019
Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This post from Amber Road’s blog discusses the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and how its enforcement arm reaches all.
Fueling better driver recruitment
Fleet Owner
JUNE 4, 2019
Propane vehicles can help stretch fleet budgets to accommodate rising personnel costs.
Unlocking the Potential of Earned Value Management
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 4, 2019
A look at the approaches that organizations can adopt to take full advantage of earned value management, while ensuring that enterprise software is up to standard.
3PL Market Continues Decline
Material Handling and Logistics
JUNE 4, 2019
Total shipments were down 7.5% and revenue slide 12.8%.
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
Jacobs preps demo truck to showcase expanded offerings
Fleet Owner
JUNE 4, 2019
New technologies focus on fuel economy, emissions reductions
Storm Watch and Supply Chains: DHL offers managers risk mitigation tools
Logistics Management
JUNE 4, 2019
As storms continue to strike supply chains across the nation, a new report from DHL has been crafted to help managers mitigate risk and anticipate disruption.
[PODCAST] 3PL Selection Criteria for a High-Volume LTL Shipper
GlobalTranz
JUNE 4, 2019
Hello and welcome back to another episode of “The Freight Project Podcast!” On today’s The Freight Project Podcast episode I excitedly welcome my friend and Logistics rock star & expert, Joe Lynch from The Logistics of Logistics to talk about 3PL selection criteria. We hope you enjoy this “The Freight Project Podcast.” You can subscribe.read More.
The Digital Supply Chain with Mathew Smith
Logistics Bureau
JUNE 4, 2019
We now have this ability to measure our delivery time proactively and communicate if there are any challenges by making use of digital tools. Listen to this interview with Mathew Smith and gain insights as he talks about Customer Communication as well as Internal Communication in managing Digital Supply Chain: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel. Best Regards, Rob O’Byrne.
How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience
Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader
Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,
2 Surprises SMB Shippers Need to Avoid in Q3 & Q4 of 2019
Freight Center
JUNE 4, 2019
Shipping freight is never boring, there is always something ahead that makes you sit up and take notice. Let’s take a look at what’s looming on the horizon for SMB shippers in 2019 so you won’t be surprised or negatively impacted when changes happen. 1. Trucks may not be where you need them. National freight carriers usually plan their truck deployments seasonally.
What Is the Cheapest Way To Ship Large Packages?
GoShip Blog
JUNE 4, 2019
The market today offers numerous transportation options to shippers. However, if you are a newcomer to the industry, you may find shipping prices confusing, especially when you need to ship large items. If your shipment weighs less than 70 lbs, regular parcel services would be the best option. But if your shipment is heavier than 70 lbs, it may be difficult to find out the cheapest way to ship packages that large.
How the logistic saved a city?
Logistics at MPEPS at UPV
JUNE 4, 2019
In this post I’m going to talk about one of the most important and complex triumphs of logistics and how it meant the survival of a city. The Berlin blockade was one of the most important events after the Second World War. During the Soviet occupation the Soviet army blocked Berlin’s communications as it was within its territory. In order to provide supplies, the Allies thought of creating an air bridge between the Allied zones and Berlin, but the logistics behind this were extremely
New planting techniques boost world-famous Kyrgyz rice yields
World Food Programme Logistics
JUNE 4, 2019
How the World Food Programme (WFP) is helping Kyrgyz smallholder farmers grow more rice and earn more money The southern highlands of Kyrgyzstan are covered with rice terrains that produce world-famous varieties of rice. Farming techniques are passionately passed on from one generation to another. But old is not always best. The Southern Highlands of Kyrgyzstan are covered with rice terrains that produce world-famous varieties of rice.
Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory
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The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.
Romanian Logistics Hubs
Logistics Business Magazine
JUNE 4, 2019
The Romanian industrial and logistics market has grown remarkably, as far as the intensity of both developments and national freight transport is concerned. According to the real estate consultancy company Colliers International, the most active logistics hubs besides Bucharest are Constanta – the eastern most urban center, Alba – located almost centrally and Timis – the most western county in Romania, as these four markets together account for almost a quarter of the national goods transported
Do you know the best temperature to store pineapples?
World Food Programme Logistics
JUNE 4, 2019
Shopkeepers in Lebanon do. (The answer is at the end) The World Food Programme (WFP) knows that in many contexts around the world, populations can be served better through markets than with in-kind food. In Lebanon , WFP’s supply chain unit works with 450 shops to remove market inefficiencies, improve access to shops, lower prices and improve shopping experiences.
Penske Logistics Opens New Michigan Fresh Distribution Center in Romulus to Serve The Kroger Co. of Michigan
Penske Move Ahead
JUNE 4, 2019
Penske Logistics celebrated the grand opening of its new 606,000-square-foot build-to-suit standard freezer/cooler distribution center in Romulus, Michigan, June 4, 2019. Penske’s new facility is responsible for bringing more than 400 new jobs to the region and was opened to serve the food distribution needs of its customer, The Kroger Co. of Michigan.
‘Water is like gold here’
World Food Programme Logistics
JUNE 4, 2019
World Food Programme (WFP) initiatives help restore water resources and benefit the local economy in northeast Nigeria The thousands of displaced people living in Pulka face a serious water crisis. Photo: WFP/Patrick Fuller. Amidst the flat sandy landscape of northeast Nigeria loom the beginnings of the Mandara Mountains, a volcanic mountain range which runs 190 km along the northern border between Nigeria and Cameroon.
Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability
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How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps. Discover how these strategies can boost your enterprise's financial health, helping not only to keep up but to excel in today's market.
Latest UniCarrier Aims to Beat Stop-Start Picking Process
Logistics Business Magazine
JUNE 4, 2019
UniCarriers has launched the first in a new range of order pickers. Thanks to an improved design and many technological refinements, the new order pickers meet the ever-increasing demand for efficiency and productivity in order picking, says the company. It is available in four models for lifting capacities from 1,200 to 2,500 kilograms. Getting in and out up to 300 times, starting and stopping again – countless small interruptions define the picking processes in warehouses.
Port of Rotterdam Strengthens Position with Continued Growth and Digitization Efforts
247 Customs Broker
JUNE 4, 2019
Port of Rotterdam Strengthens Position with Continued Growth and Digitization Efforts The Port of Rotterdam has reported that container throughput continues to grow following… The post Port of Rotterdam Strengthens Position with Continued Growth and Digitization Efforts appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Port of Rotterdam Strengthens Position with Continued Growth and Digitization Efforts
Logistics Manager
JUNE 4, 2019
The Port of Rotterdam has reported that container throughput continues to grow following a record year in 2018 and a record quarter in 2019, April of this year was the best month ever for the Port. 13.6 million tonnes of container freight was handled in April 2019. The previous record month was August 2018 (13.2 million tonnes). April 2019 was the second-best month ever, with 1.3 million TEU, just a fraction lower than the record month of August 2018.
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