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How to Choose the Right Type of Warehouse Management System

Cyzerg

D ifferent types of w arehouse management systems (WMS) are available in the market to meet the diverse needs of warehouses. However, choosing the right one for your business can be challenging if the differences are un clear.

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PODCAST: Modern Courier Delivery Compliance Considerations: Understanding SOX and SOC Compliance

The Logistics of Logistics

Original article: PODCAST: Modern Courier Delivery Compliance Considerations: Understanding SOX and SOC Compliance Logistics and supply chain are some of the world’s most complex and regulated industries, which has been further compounded by increasing reliance on data and technology in both fields.

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Types of Warehouse Management System: How to Choose the Right One?

Cyzerg

D ifferent types of w arehouse management systems (WMS) are available in the market to meet the diverse needs of warehouses. However, choosing the right one for your business can be challenging if the differences are un clear.

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Robots as a Service: Automate the Warehouse While Preserving Capital

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

In 1903 when Henry Ford introduced the Model A, he was convinced his invention would replace the horse and buggy in no time.

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Leveraging Data Analytics to Build a Truly Connected and Collaborative Supply Chain

The C-suite is laser-focused on supply chain performance. This GEP-sponsored report will show you how to leverage data for a collaborative supply chain that delivers results and how to future-proof supply chain management strategies.

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Small fleet owner launches boycott of TQL, others over rates

Overdrive Online

With a Facebook group of nearly 23,000 members, small fleet owner Mike Boston is at the head of efforts to pressure brokerages over cheap rates, unwarranted cargo claims and more. Business

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Hyzon Motors Places Interim CEO into Permanent Position

NGT News

Hyzon Motors Inc., a supplier of zero-emission fuel-cell electric heavy-duty vehicles, has named Parker Meeks as its CEO.

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50 years of bulk shipments: an interview with Bulk Connection founder James Cordock

Bulk Connection

We periodically profile the men and women who make Bulk Connection a trusted freight partner. In this article, the company’s founder James Cordock talks about his history in the bulk freight industry, as well as Bulk Connection’s role as a bulk shipment specialist.

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Key steps when implementing an ERP system for the first time

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

The reason executives decide to implement an ERP system is to achieve objectives of improving operations and making more efficient use of information, people and assets. However, implementing ERP software is a complex technical undertaking and has fundamental impacts on people and processes.

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When Adopting New Tools for the Supply Chain, Don’t Forget Change Management

Supply Chain Brain

Why do some companies get so much more value from their supply chain and logistics deployments over time, while others see their value degrade

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Modern Tech and More: Empowering Your Supply Chain for Success

Speaker: Cory Skinner, Founder and CEO of FactR

Ready to dive into new tech to protect your supply chain, but not sure where or how to start? In this webinar, Cory Skinner, Founder and CEO of FactR, will break down the new, innovative technologies and strategies that you can implement to mitigate historic challenges, and even teach you what NOT to do along the way!

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E-commerce and Freight: Balancing new patterns of demand

Logistics Management

We speak with a number of logistics experts to capture their views on the overall impact that e-commerce is having on moving the nation’s freight. One thing is for certain: The current level and speed of churn has irrevocably altered the pattern so many had become accustomed to managing

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[Video] Top of Mind Challenges and Opportunities for Supply Chain and Logistics Executives

Talking Logistics

A conversation with Maria Villablanca, Co-Founder & CEO of Future Insights Network, on the “Top of Mind Challenges and Opportunities for Supply Chain and Logistics Executives.”

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Q&A: Matt Muenster, Chief Economist, Breakthrough

Logistics Management

Logistics Management (LM) Group News Editor Jeff Berman recently spoke with Matt Muenster, Chief Economist for Green Bay, Wisc.-based based Breakthrough, an innovator in transportation management, dedicated to creating transparent and fair strategies for the world’s leading shippers.

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FirstElement Fuel, Hyundai Motor Testing Real-World Fuel-Cell Truck Operations and Refueling

NGT News

FirstElement Fuel and Hyundai Motor Co. have partnered to fuel and test Hyundai Motor’s XCIENT fuel-cell trucks in California. Through the partnership, FirstElement Fuel is leveraging its True Zero network of hydrogen refueling stations to fuel three XCIENT prototypes at full 700 bar pressure.

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Smart Stores and Smarter Supply Chains: Innovations for a New Era of Retail

Speaker: Panel Speakers

As brick and mortar and ecommerce stores start to blend together, what will the store of the future look like? Join experts from FourKites and Zebra as they discuss the impact on automation and supply chain visibility.

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February Cass Freight Index report sees annual shipment and expenditures declines

Logistics Management

February’s shipment reading—at 1.167—was down 0.3% annually, up against an easy annual comparison, while rising 3.8% over January’s 1.124 reading. And the February expenditures reading—at 4.020—was off 9.7% annually, while seeing a 1.9% decline, from January to February

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Eco-Friendly Packaging + Shipping Materials for Ecommerce Orders

Ship Monk

Do you keep a soda bottle in your backpack even after it’s empty because you’re waiting to find a recycling bin? Do you gather dead batteries in a bag until you can get them to a proper eco-waste center? Do you carefully unwrap presents with the hope of reusing that same paper on a future gift?

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National diesel average is down, for week of March 13, reports EIA

Logistics Management

The national average fell 3.5 cents, to $4.247, following a 1.2-cent decrease, to $4.282, for the week of March 6

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Global Impact on Logistics during the years 2022-2023

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has had a significant impact on the global logistics market at every level. The pandemic-related challenges, such as limited warehouse capacity and container availability, had begun to subside when the war emerged, causing further disruptions.

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Elevate Your Supply Chain Resilience With Scenario Planning

Speaker: Robert Olszak- Vice President, Global Supply Chain Optimization, RGP

Join Robert Olszak, Vice President at Global Supply Chain Optimization, as he discusses how to better prepare for the next generation of supply chain management with industry-leading inventory and network optimization tools.

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Top trends in reverse logistics

Logistics Management

Two of the trends making an impact on reverse logistics besides the increase of e-commerce and the increased focus on customer centricity—are the circular economy and robotics. Here are some suggestions for transforming your reverse process to meet today’s pressing demands

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Eco-Friendly Packaging + Shipping Materials for Ecommerce Orders

Ship Monk

Do you keep a soda bottle in your backpack even after it’s empty because you’re waiting to find a recycling bin? Do you gather dead batteries in a bag until you can get them to a proper eco-waste center? Do you carefully unwrap presents with the hope of reusing that same paper on a future gift?

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Driver recruitment woes have ‘abated somewhat,’ top TL executives say

Logistics Management

The decades-long and ever-perplexing truck driver shortage—estimated in excess of 80,000 by the American Trucking Associations—has eased somewhat, according to leading trucking executives. In exclusive interviews with LM, top executives say years of pay increases have apparently paid off in better retention and recruitment of qualified drivers

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Understanding Food Grade Warehouse Requirements

FW Logsitcs

Does your company require a food-grade warehouse ? If so, you must adhere to the Food and Drug Administration’s safety guidelines. If you don’t respect the FDA’s food-grade warehouse requirements, you could be subject to fines or the suspension of your business license.

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How to Drive ESG Visibility and Traceability Across Your Supply Chain

Gaining visibility into ESG performance is a necessary first step to achieving ESG goals. This white paper shares a 6-point plan to gain visibility and track ESG performance across your supply chains.

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Transatlantic Container Shipping Rates: Where Are They Going?

I.C.E. Transport

Following years of record profits in the aftermath of the global pandemic, the container shipping industry has found itself in a precarious state.

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TMS vs. ERP for Transportation Management

MercuryGate

This article explores TMS vs. ERP and how the transportation management capabilities in ERPs typically lack the functionality needed to manage shipment execution, logistics, and transportation. Read on, and you will quickly understand the compelling need for TMS ERP integration in your business.

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Gebrüder Weiss Continues to Grow

Logistics Business Magazine

The international transport and logistics company Gebrüder Weiss posted turnover of 3.01 billion euros for fiscal 2022. This translates into a year-on-year gain of 18 percent (2021: 2.54 billion euros), and builds on the positive trend of recent years. “We

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Beyond Location: Four Game-Changing Factors for Industrial Leasing

Supply Chain Brain

When it comes to industrial site selection, it's easy to see why identifying the right facility location is the number one rule in real estate

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The 4 Keys to Demand Planning in 2023 and Beyond

Speaker: Eva Dawkins - Senior Consultant, Supply Chain

Demand planning and forecasting processes are critical to the resilience and profitability of any supply chain, maybe now more than ever. Join Eva Dawkins for this exclusive webinar where she will cover everything you need to implement for success!