Fri.Nov 01, 2019

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How to Buy a Transportation Management System (TMS)

Kuebix

In today’s market, shipping is one of the biggest expenses for any shipper, growing at a rate of over 5% per year, depending on the lane. There are many variables that go into freight costs, including mode, service level and carrier. Manually trying to lower freight spend can be challenging, not to mention extremely time-consuming. Leveraging […].

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Why not us? How to improve fleet performance

Truck News

I have done a dozen or more Retention Action Plan rollouts over the past couple of years.

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How a TMS Can Enable Visibility Within Global Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Transportation management software is key to managing today’s complex and ever-changing supply chains.

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Hyundai rolls into US truck market with NEPTUNE fuel cell concept

Fleet Owner

ATLANTA — Building the case that battery-powered trucks simply aren’t a viable solution for heavy-duty, over-the-road applications, Hyundai Motor Co. revealed two new concepts at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show.

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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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Hydrogen, as fuel of the future, takes center stage in Atlanta

Commercial Carrier Journal

Electrification is one of the biggest trend drivers in trucking right now, but at one of the industry’s largest trade shows this week it was riding sidecar to hydrogen. Electrification is a little further head in practicality than hydrogen depending on application, but it’s hard to make a long haul case for an electric truck […].

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The ‘Uber for Trucking’ Tries to Navigate Some Uber-Scale Problems

Material Handling and Logistics

Rates are falling across North America after two years of increases. Spot demand, which excludes long-term freight contracts, plummeted 27% through Oct.

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DHL Express lays out plans for new Toronto-based facility

Logistics Management

Global express delivery and logistics services provider DHL Express said this week it is investing $100 million into expansion initiatives for a new Toronto-based facility located at the John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport, which are expected to be completed by 2021.

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Help wanted? FMCSA could have a lingering absence at the top after Martinez departure

Overdrive Online

After 20 months on the job, Ray Martinez has officially left the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, effective as of Monday. And his exit could leave FMCSA without a true administrator for the foreseeable future -- perhaps as long as several years, should recent history serve as a barometer.

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New direct-from-shipper loads from Convoy helps carriers take deeper dive into spot freight access

Logistics Management

A new offering released today by Seattle-based digital freight broker Convoy offers motor carriers access to ten times the amount of spot freight from the biggest shippers in the United States. Entitled direct-from-shipper loads, Convoy said this offering removes the need for shippers to work with multiple brokers and subsequently provide each carrier with a small fraction of their spot loads that is typically at 10% or less.

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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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The Digital Supply Chain: Why Modifying Supply Chain Software May Cause More Headache Than Benefits

GlobalTranz

The modification of a WMS has become something of a standard concept when selecting and implementing supply chain system technologies, but it may lead to increased costs when implementing or upgrading your system. According to BusinessWire, 80 percent of supply chain executives expect the digital supply chain to dominate the industry within the next five years, and the.read More.

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Critical med-cert step to avoid one ‘acute violation’ in audits

Overdrive Online

Breakdowns in the process for electronically marrying a driver's updated medical certification with his/her CDL has been a "fertile field for auditors" in back-office compliance reviews, yielding acute violations that contribute adversely to safety ratings.

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‘No one should be homeless in their own country’

World Food Programme Logistics

How a group of women returnees are rebuilding their lives in Doublé village in Cameroon with the support of the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) By Glory Ndaka A group of widows ave found a safe space to grow together in Cameroon’s Far North region. Photo: WFP/Glory NDAKA “Let’s hurry ladies, it is getting hotter, let’s fill up this bag and close for the day,” Bintou Alhaji calls out in Kanuri to the group of women harvesting blacked-eyed peas?

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U.S. rail carload and intermodal units are down for week ending October 26, reports AAR

Logistics Management

Rail carloads, at 243,321, were off 9.4% annually, and intermodal units, at 269,826, were off 8.3%.

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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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“The flood took away everything” in Nepal

World Food Programme Logistics

“I do not know when I will be able to rebuild my destroyed home, but then I am happy that I still have my husband to hold my hand.” In July, 2019, heavy rains in Nepal triggered flash floods and landslides across the country’s southern plains. Some families lost everything, including their homes, income, and crops. They now face an uncertain future.

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ECU Worldwide Thailand’s Digital Initiatives Drive the Company Forward on their 20th Anniversary

Logistics Manager

As ECU Worldwide (Thailand) celebrates their 20 th anniversary, we had an opportunity to speak with Mr. Viraj Nobnomtham, Managing Director of the Company and other executives about ECU Worldwide Thailand’s latest goals, the origin of the ‘ Geography Simplified’ slogan, and their upcoming services. As well as how ECU Worldwide Thailand adopts cutting edged technology to improve the Company and its services. .

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Penske Associates Drive a Legacy of Volunteerism at Area Ronald McDonald Houses

Penske Move Ahead

Editor's note: This story is part of our "50 Stories of People Helping People" series. As we celebrate Penske's 50th anniversary in 2019, we are spotlighting associates every Friday who are making a difference in their communities. On a crisp October night, just cool enough to notice, Katie Soja Johnson was looking forward to offering a nice meal to the families at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware, plans that soon fell through.

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Case Study: Picnic for Pie Maker Thanks to Aisle Master

Logistics Business Magazine

Since it was established in 2003, Higgidy has seen significant growth and is now a household name for lovers of pies, quiches and savoury snacks. The company’s three warehouses at its premises in Shoreham-by-Sea are packed full of ingredients such as flours, oils, herbs, butter, cheeses, eggs and frozen vegetables. These are transformed in nearby kitchens into its ever growing range of baked products that are stocked by major supermarkets across the country.

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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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Warehousing and Logistics Robots Market Forecast 2024 – Global Industry Sales, Revenue, Price trends and more

247 Customs Broker

“Warehousing and Logistics Robots Market 2019” report shares informative data figures as well as important insights regarding some of the market component which are considered… The post Warehousing and Logistics Robots Market Forecast 2024 – Global Industry Sales, Revenue, Price trends and more appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Handheld Group appoints new CEO

Logistics Business Magazine

Handheld Group, a leading global manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, today announced the appointment of Thomas Löfblad as its new CEO. Löfblad will lead the efforts of Handheld Group’s continued global expansion. 2019 has been a record-breaking year for Handheld Group, with several high-profile contracts and an expanded product portfolio. Thomas Löfblad, who joined Handheld as a co-owner in 2003, most recently held the position of Vice president of Global Sales.

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Port of Virginia starts ship-channel expansion project

247 Customs Broker

Transportation October 31, 2019 Port begins 55-foot dredging project ahead of schedule; deepening and widening project will make Virginia the deepest port on the East… The post Port of Virginia starts ship-channel expansion project appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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November 2019

Logistics Business Magazine

The November 2019 issue of Logistics Business magazine contains an exciting mix of case studies, site visits, interviews and exclusives. Highlights include a feature on Saudi Arabia, Railfreight, Forklift component and ergonomic technology, packaging equipment, plastic pallets, automation systems, the cold chain and the ever-increasing influence of software in the supply chain.

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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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Is it a bird, is it a plane? No, it’s a drone!

247 Customs Broker

Skilled pilots approaching a runway usually can not see small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) encroaching on their airspace, and they virtually never detect motionless drones,… The post Is it a bird, is it a plane? No, it’s a drone! appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Case Study: Picnic for Pie Maker Thanks to Aisle Master

Logistics Business Magazine

Since it was established in 2003, Higgidy has seen significant growth and is now a household name for lovers of pies, quiches and savoury snacks. The company’s three warehouses at its premises in Shoreham-by-Sea are packed full of ingredients such as flours, oils, herbs, butter, cheeses, eggs and frozen vegetables. These are transformed in nearby kitchens into its ever growing range of baked products that are stocked by major supermarkets across the country.

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The Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. ($RARE) Moves Explained (2019-10-22)

247 Customs Broker

REPORTING FOR 2019-10-22 | LOGISTICS-BUSINESS-REVIEW.COM: We have done an in-depth analysis of how RARE has been trading over the last 2 weeks and the past… The post The Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. ($RARE) Moves Explained (2019-10-22) appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Turkish Cargo Steadily Moves Onwards and Upwards

Airfreight Logistics

Turkey has long prided itself as the meeting place between East and West. Their central position in the world has established them as a natural hub for global trade. The countries flagship cargo carrier, Turkish Cargo, carries the countries traditions forward as they continue to lead as one of the fastest growing air cargo carriers in the world. From implementing a brand-new website, to moving into their new home at Istanbul Airport, reinforcing their freighter fleet and renewing important certi

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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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The Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. ($RARE) Moves Explained (2019-10-22) – Logistics Business Review

247 Customs Broker

REPORTING FOR 2019-10-22 | LOGISTICS-BUSINESS-REVIEW.COM: We have done an in-depth analysis of how RARE has been trading over the last 2 weeks and the past… The post The Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. ($RARE) Moves Explained (2019-10-22) – Logistics Business Review appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Key Digital Technologies for the Construction Sector

SIPMM Professional Publications

Over the last hundred years, most industries made significant gains on their progress lines. While construction sector lines remain flat. However, we are entering the progress line that is about to increase! What is the force driving this line? Digital Technology helps us improve quality, expedite delivery, keep our people safe, increase the bottom line. […].

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Digitalization of Logistics and Supply Chains Isn’t The Future; It’s Already Here!

247 Customs Broker

[og_img] At this year's Gartner Supply Chain conference, we had the opportunity to speak with Mark McArthur, Managing Director, North America at Alpega Group, about… The post Digitalization of Logistics and Supply Chains Isn’t The Future; It’s Already Here! appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.