Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
AUGUST 4, 2020
A picture can be worth a thousand words. But sometimes numbers tell an even more compelling story. Following are statistics from recent logistics and fulfillment studies, along with our take on what this data might suggest about how you manage fulfillment and how you work with eCommerce fulfillment 3PLs.
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 4, 2020
There was a time when Mumbai’s dabbawalas (lunchbox carriers) were known for their efficient supply chain and logistics. But the COVID-19 incursion changed the lives and livelihoods of Mumbai’s dabbawalas. Their lives can neatly be compartmentalized into BC and AC – before COVID-19 and after COVID-19. Scenario Before COVID-19 Mumbai’s dabbawala service was legendary for its reliability.
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Kuebix
AUGUST 4, 2020
Between companies regularly distributing, manufacturing or using construction products, the construction industry experiences a steady flow of business. One thing all construction companies can agree on is the importance of operating efficiently in order to meet project deadlines. There are a number of barriers between smooth logistics operations and successful project completion for the construction […].
Logistics Management
AUGUST 4, 2020
Roughly four months after acquiring the yard management service offerings from Denver-based TrackX Holdings Inc., an enterprise asset management company deploying SaaS-based solutions geared towards the tracking and managing of physical assets, Chicago-based FourKites, a provider of real-time tracking and visibility solutions across transportation modes and digital platforms, has rolled out a new offering, entitled Dynamic Yard.
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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.
Truck News
AUGUST 4, 2020
Before Covid-19 hit, the Canadian trucking and logistics sector was already experiencing an acute driver shortage. It was literally the day before the World Health Organization designated coronavirus a global pandemic that Trucking HR Canada released The Road Ahead: Addressing the Trucking and Logistics Industry Labour Shortages. Our report sounded the alarm on many fronts: […].
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GlobalTranz
AUGUST 4, 2020
Supply chain leaders have faced significant challenges in the past, and in 2020, the supply chain coronavirus crisis has put a spotlight on the need for supply chain resilience and integration. Among these, integrated reverse logistics strategies can make or break successful operations. Failure to consider the ways in which the disruption affects all parts.read More.
Overdrive Online
AUGUST 4, 2020
For the opportunity to get an artist's-sketch treatment of your truck, you need only to send in a photo of your power unit via Facebook on Express Truck Tax's page. Two winners each week are announced on Friday.
WorkWave
AUGUST 4, 2020
Time To Read: 9 minutes. A commonly cited phrase tells us that knowledge is power, and that’s certainly true for pest control business operators. All of the knowledge in the world though, won’t do you any good if you’re not able to sort through it to gain insights into your business’s performance and make plans for a stronger future for your company.
Overdrive Online
AUGUST 4, 2020
Owner-operators sound off on why they and others might be sitting out: Rates and coronavirus concerns top the list.
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
Logistics Management
AUGUST 4, 2020
Roughly four months after acquiring the yard management service offerings from Denver-based TrackX Holdings Inc., an enterprise asset management company deploying SaaS-based solutions geared towards the tracking and managing of physical assets, Chicago-based FourKites, a provider of real-time tracking and visibility solutions across transportation modes and digital platforms, has rolled out a new offering, entitled Dynamic Yard.
WorkWave
AUGUST 4, 2020
Time To Read: 4 minutes. From meandering roadways to customer requests, planning efficient routes that help your delivery business minimize expenses can prove to be virtually impossible when planning is done manually. Many of the issues you encounter while route planning are more than just common—they’re thoroughly documented logistical problems that have existed since the advent of widespread delivery.
GoShip Blog
AUGUST 4, 2020
Creating and sticking to the right truckload shipping strategy can enhance your overall efforts, save money, and increase profitability. Truckload shipping is the most common way of transporting goods, but not many businesses know how to make the best use out of it. There are certain things you should pay attention to while planning your truckload shipments.
Logistics Management
AUGUST 4, 2020
Company officials said this brings ODFL’s total amount of national service centers to 238. And they added that these new service centers are “strategically placed for operational efficiency and designed with innovative technology,” adding that “the Company’s investment in each market will support capacity needs, improve shipping time, and enhance delivery flexibility, allowing Old Dominion to better serve customers.
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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.
Logistics Bureau
AUGUST 4, 2020
BENCHMARKING IS A FANTASTIC BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT TOOL. John Monck, Manager Consulting at Logistics Bureau will demonstrate its use and explain more… and more about it. Kindly watch the video below: Best Regards, Rob O’Byrne. Email: robyrne@logisticsbureau.com. Phone: +61 417 417 307.
Logistics Management
AUGUST 4, 2020
Following a 0.005-cent decrease, to $2.433 per gallon, for the week of July 20, the national average dropped another 0.006 cents, to $2.427 per gallon, for the week of July 27. And this week, the national diesel average dropped 0.003 cents, to $2.424 per gallon.
Trinity Logistics
AUGUST 4, 2020
Chemical manufacturers collect and use a lot of data in their supply chain. They deal with data on their products, customers, transportation, storage, operations and more. Acquiring that data is not hard but managing and utilizing that information to be able to analyze your business is the challenge. Taking advantage of a Managed Services solution can assist in better managing and using your data in your chemical supply chain.
Freight Center
AUGUST 4, 2020
In LTL shipping, you will hear a lot about NMFC codes and freight class. That’s because getting your NMFC code and freight class right is very important for any small business shipper. Small errors could lead to costly billing adjustments, misclassification and frustration. Understanding this component of freight shipping will help you optimize your supply chain and control freight spend, allowing you to spend more time running your business.
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Logistics Management
AUGUST 4, 2020
Regional Less than Truckload (LTL) Exceeding expanded e-commerce service needs during COVID-19.
NGT News
AUGUST 4, 2020
Volta Trucks, a Scandinavian all-electric vehicle manufacturer, says it will soon begin a pilot test of its forthcoming Volta Zero with DPD, a U.K.-based parcel delivery service. The Volta Zero will be tested by DPD within London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone in the first quarter of 2021, supporting their micro-depot strategy in Westminster. The Volta […].
MercuryGate
AUGUST 4, 2020
The opportunity to achieve upper-end operational excellence and maximize logistics efficiency lies within the proper deployment of automation in supply chain systems. Automation within the supply chain can be a double-edged sword. Too much automation can lead to excess costs, and poor management of servers could easily result in soaring IT maintenance spend and hassle. […].
Truck News
AUGUST 4, 2020
A little while ago I had one of those immensely annoying – and unwinnable – arguments in an online forum with a guy I’d never met. Nowadays just about anything you write in such a context is met with vitriolic anger if you happen to present an opposing opinion. Now there is only confrontation. Discussion […].
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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.
World Food Programme Logistics
AUGUST 4, 2020
WFP is supporting small businesses joining up to provide nutritious fresh fruit juices to vulnerable women Pregnant women with cups of nutritious juice from LiveOnce Juicers. Photo: WFP/Francis Thawani “I supply nutritious fresh juices to pregnant women at my community hospital,” says Mtisunge Banda, owner of LiveOnce Juicers, a small business in Likuni township on the outskirts of Lilongwe, capital of Malawi.
Trimble
AUGUST 4, 2020
You’re the CTO of a new digital supply chain company launching an innovative product that provides insight into freight movement for carriers and shippers. As your developers start to build the application, they realize that one of the first things your customers need is a way to calculate miles and easily display routes on a map. The team suggests a well known map provider that they use when driving.
World Food Programme Logistics
AUGUST 4, 2020
Comment: Schools, health and nutrition?—?why coronavirus demands a rethink of education The World Food Programme seeks to minimize the impact of the pandemic on a generation of students Schoolgirls in Beira, Mozambique, taking home rations before schools closed in April. Photo: Karel Prinsloo/Arete/UN Mozambique By Carmen Burbano Last year, António Guterres, the Secretary-General of the United Nations, warned that with 250 million school-age children out of school, the world was “facing a learni
Shipchain
AUGUST 4, 2020
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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
247 Customs Broker
AUGUST 4, 2020
Tillamook’s operations team didn’t wait around as the coronavirus began to disrupt global supply chains. The team started contingency planning in late January, weeks before… The post From visibility software to pallet picks: How Tillamook planned inventory as demand soared appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Paragon
AUGUST 4, 2020
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247 Customs Broker
AUGUST 4, 2020
There was a time when Mumbai’s dabbawalas (lunchbox carriers) were known for their efficient supply chain and logistics. But the COVID-19 incursion changed the lives… The post COVID-19 Disrupts an Efficient Supply Chain appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
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