Tue.Jul 19, 2022

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Insider’s View on Small Parcel Shipping: Working Effectively with Carriers

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Dean Maciuba served UPS and FedEx for over 37 years, working in senior sales and operations roles. His experience gives him a unique and in-depth view into nearly all aspects of small parcel shipping, including the role of parcel carriers and fulfillment service providers. Dean is currently the Managing Partner, United States, for Crossroads Parcel Consulting , where he is responsible for managing consulting initiatives in the US.

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Think Like a Boss: CPOs Need to Step Up, Broaden Approach, Gartner Says

Supply Chain Brain

Chief procurement officers (CPOs) must collaborate with stakeholders inside and outside their organization — and begin thinking and acting like CEOs, say the authors of a new report from Gartner Inc.

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Why Resiliency Is The New Efficiency – And What You Can Do About It

Talking Logistics

Who was America’s first business consultant? A good candidate would be Frederick Winslow Taylor, the “scientific management” guy from 100 years ago. Born in 1856, Taylor’s ideas about how to most efficiently organize factory work tasks were present at the creation of mass production in the early 1900s. Once popular. At the. Read more Why Resiliency Is The New Efficiency – And What You Can Do About It.

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Inspection levels down, moving violations up

Overdrive Online

A very small number of states in 2021 show inspection levels at or above 2019, as a new emphasis in some on Level 3 driver inspections following traffic stops pushes moving violations to new heights. Download the 2022 CSA's Data Trail update for more.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

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?

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Three Ways CEOs Should Prepare for Supply Chain Threats

Supply Chain Brain

The right tools and processes will mitigate the impact of supply chain disruptions — and even offer strategic competitive advantage.

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US Rail Logjams Face a Slow Recovery Amid Labor-Market Woes

Supply Chain Brain

At the Port of Los Angeles, Executive Director Gene Seroka describes a cargo bottleneck that’s bulging again on land and slowing railroad freight through Southern California.

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Digitizing driver tasks improves recruitment and retention of younger drivers

Commercial Carrier Journal

As the next generation enters the workforce, it is pertinent for the industry to create a digital experience that meets their technology standards to attract and retain them as the driver shortage worsens.

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Watch: Time for a Reset of Retail Inventory Strategies?

Supply Chain Brain

The pandemic and resulting congestion in the supply chain have retailers reconsidering their traditional approach to sourcing and inventory management, says Larry Parker, department chair of transportation and logistics management, supply chain management, reverse logistics and government contracting at the Dr. Wallace E. Boston School of Business in the American Public University System.

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Energy Web, Volkswagen Customize Renewable Energy EV Charging with Smart Tech

NGT News

Energy Web, a nonprofit building operating systems for energy grids, in collaboration with Volkswagen Group Innovation and Elli, have developed a new smart charging solution enabling electric vehicle (EV) owners to charge their vehicles with renewable electricity that is matched directly with the vehicle’s real-time electricity consumption. The solution relies on “24/7” matching algorithm which […].

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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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Industry Organizations Vulnerable to Rail Strike Applaud Biden’s Creation of Emergency Board

Supply Chain Brain

The National Retail Federation (NRF), the American Trucking Associations (ATA) and the Association of American Railroads (AAR) all welcomed President Joe Biden’s announcement July 15 that he had created via executive order a Presidential Emergency Board.

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How Long Should Logistics Outsourcing Take?

Logistics Bureau

Logistics Outsourcing always takes longer than you think. Then, how long does it take to go through the process? Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: Insource or Outsource Your Warehousing: What Makes Most Sense? 8 Reasons Companies Bring Outsourced Operations Back In-house. 10 Common Pitfalls to Avoid in Logistics Outsourcing. 6 Quick Tips for Successful Logistics Outsourcing.

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Why Your Bookings are Being Rejected

Supply Chain Brain

Shippers may not always know why carriers reject their bookings. Dealing with vessel changes and delays is certainly part of the equation.

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Turning Prospects Into Customers With BlueGrace Logistics — FreightWaves Check Call

Blue Grace Logistics

Chief Commercial Officer and President of 3PL Services, Scott Schara, talks about selling in a down market. By Mary O’Connell | FreightWaves. Published July 19, 2022. On this episode of Freightwaves Check Call, Host Mary O’Connell and BlueGrace Logistics ’ Scott Schara break down selling and prospecting in a down market. “It’s going to be a lot more difficult to sell [in this market], but it you have a high service model and good relationships, customers are still going to w

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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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Making Critical Infrastructure Supply Chains Secure by Design

Supply Chain Brain

The number of attacks on global supply chains is skyrocketing. .

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ELOKON introduces smart products at IMHX

Logistics Business Magazine

Since the last IMHX and during the pandemic, ELOKON ’s engineers have been busy developing new additions to its range of assistance and fleet management systems, and the team is looking forward to showing how these can improve safety and efficiency in the warehouse on Stand 5E55. Exhibits will include the ELOfleet cloud-based fleet management system, which works with mixed fleets and offers benefits such as optimised fleet size for reduced operational costs, significantly fewer truck-on-truck ac

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PITT OHIO adds New York LTL service via acquisition

Commercial Carrier Journal

PITT OHIO acquiring longtime New York LTL partner Teal’s Express.

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Nord expands LogiDrive system

Logistics Business Magazine

Nord Drivesystems has expanded its successful LogiDrive concept with new markets and products to give additional applications access to the benefits of standardised, industry-optimised geared motor versions. With the new LogiDrive product family, the North German company offers a wide portfolio of perfectly matched drive solutions, which meet many different requirements and purposes – be it energy efficiency, version reduction, cost-effectiveness or flexibility.

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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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How to Estimate Shipping Costs for eCommerce Fulfillment

Ship Monk

Running an eCommerce business forces you to become an expert at a lot of things, but estimating shipping costs isn’t the best way to spend your time. Sure, shipping packages directly to your customers at the right address, undamaged and on time, is critical to your business. But figuring out which shipping method to use for every package you send is tedious and time consuming.

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UK cold store electricity costs double in year

Logistics Business Magazine

Electricity spend for the UK’s cold storage facilities has more than tripled between 2021 and 2022, says a new report published by the Cold Chain Federation which reveals the UK cold chain industry’s vital statistics for the first time. The new analysis in The Cold Chain Report 2022 shows that the cold storage sector’s electricity costs have grown from £560.6m in 2021 to an estimated £1.1bn for 2022.

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The Power of a Plug & Play Transportation Management System

MercuryGate

An effective Transportation Management System (TMS) streamlines every inch of a company’s supply chain. Over the past several years, we’ve experienced numerous disruptions and delays almost every day, making a TMS that much more crucial. The post The Power of a Plug & Play Transportation Management System appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Trent Gateway logistics units snapped up

Logistics Business Magazine

Demand for logistics real estate in the UK’s East Midlands region is showing no signs of slowing, according to the leasing agents of Trent Gateway which is now fully let. Due to the especially high demand for industrial properties, particularly those that possess green credentials, the property’s landlord Northwood Urban Logistics has seen five units let in five months.

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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,

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Revitalizing the RFP Process with Purpose-Built Solutions

Trimble

Recent years have brought far-reaching changes to the freight transport and logistics industry: a volatile market, reduced capacity, widespread labor shortages, and increased demand. But one thing that's remained just as challenging throughout? The RFP creation and response process for dedicated carriers and 3PLs on one side of the equation and shippers on the other.

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Labour-saving technology on display at IMHX

Logistics Business Magazine

With the high cost of human labour prompting more and more logistics companies to seek ways of working that rely less on people, interest in automation is greater than ever at this year’s IMHX , says Event Director, Rob Fisher. The shrinking labour pool is certainly hitting the logistics sector hard with HGV drivers, warehouse order pickers and forklift operators all in short supply.

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Route Optimization in Logistics: How to Upgrade Your Delivery Operations

GoShip Blog

In the fast-changing logistics world, shippers constantly research new ways to optimize their supply chain and stay competitive. Lately, route optimization and digital road mapping have helped many businesses overcome common delivery challenges and grow customer satisfaction. What is route optimization? Route optimization (RO) is one of the most popular logistics technologies that help shippers find suitable routes for delivering their products.

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Top Trends in the Last Mile: Reuters interviews LogiNext CEO, Dhruvil Sanghvi

Loginext

Top Trends in the Last Mile: Reuters interviews LogiNext CEO, Dhruvil Sanghvi Last mile makes up for about 53% of the entire delivery cost Sustainability is quickly becoming the number 1 priority for brands About 20% of products are returned and this is a huge cost for any enterprise Why is the last mile […].

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GEP Spend Category Outlook 2024

Your Roadmap to Smarter Spend Management in 2024 Geopolitical, economic and supply chain challenges will stick around in 2024, but don’t despair. There are strategic opportunities to leverage AI-powered technology and digital toolsets to overcome these hurdles more effectively. GEP experts in nearly two dozen critical categories guide you in the right direction in our annual comprehensive resource — GEP Spend Category Outlook 2024.

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Can ERP support lean manufacturing?

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

Manufacturers are facing a unique set of constraints and efficiency has never been more important to the industry than now. Businesses are continuously trying to find ways to maximize productivity and reduce waste to remain competitive in the global marketplace. Since its beginnings as the Toyota production system, lean manufacturing has impacted the way industries produce goods and when implemented correctly it will deliver desirable benefits like improved quality, lead times and productivity.

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Invar website walks businesses through digitalisation

Logistics Business Magazine

Invar Group , a leading independent software developer and integrator of advanced warehouse automation, has launched a new website to help guide businesses through the complexities associated with warehouse upgrades and digitalisation projects, highlighting potential areas where advanced technologies can transform operational performance within the fulfilment or distribution centre.