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Top 5 Last Mile Logistics Software Companies In Mexico

Locus

In a recent study, the Mexican logistics industry is projected to achieve a CAGR of 4.9% from 2017-2029. It’s crucial for retailers, e-commerce platforms, 3PLs, FMCGs, and other logistics players in Mexico to embrace state-of-the-art logistics software to overcome the challenges of this rapidly growing sector. But what exactly defines state-of-the-art logistics software?

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Food Fulfillment Services: Four Sigmatic Case Study

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

For fast-growing nutrition brand, Four Sigmatic , Amware helped reduce pick and pack costs 15%, reduce parcel shipping costs 4%, and sustain 99.9% order accuracy through a period of rapid growth.

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Editor’s Choice: WMS Budget – Room for an Implementation?

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article comes from Eric Mcpherson at Open Sky Group and looks at a WMS budget and preparing for implementation. When you begin researching Warehouse Management System ( WMS ) software, you’re probably running into some difficulties in the budgeting process because pricing is not always readily available.

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How Consumer Brands Can Move Fast to Address Change, Become More Efficient

Supply Chain Brain

Companies make thousands of decisions a day about what to produce, where to put product and what to promote. But they often make those decisions based on very limited information.

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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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Gateway Truck & Refrigeration Becomes Volvo Trucks Certified EV Dealer

NGT News

Gateway Truck & Refrigeration has completed the training and facility upgrades to become the first Volvo Trucks Certified Electric Vehicle Dealership in Illinois. Gateway has been in business for more than 30 years and operates two Volvo Trucks dealership locations in Collinsville, Ill., and Wright City, Mo. The Collinsville location is Gateway’s headquarters and was […] The post Gateway Truck & Refrigeration Becomes Volvo Trucks Certified EV Dealer appeared first on NGT News.

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Air Products Developing Hydrogen Refueling Facility in Alberta

NGT News

Air Products says it plans to build a multi-modal hydrogen refueling station near its new net-zero hydrogen energy complex under construction in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The hydrogen refueling station will be Air Products’ first in Canada and the first commercial-scale hydrogen refueling station in Alberta. The new station will include two hydrogen refueling lanes with […] The post Air Products Developing Hydrogen Refueling Facility in Alberta appeared first on NGT News.

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Watch: Alpine Supply Chain Solutions & Ecentria: A Case Study

Supply Chain Brain

Huge growth in sales led to the need to optimize inventory, fulfillment and warehouse operations at Ecentria, say Michael Wohlwend, managing principal of Alpine Supply Chain Solutions, and Andrew Mironov, head of operations at Ecentria.

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San Diego MTS Using bp pulse Omega for Charge Management

NGT News

The San Diego Metro Transit System (MTS) has selected bp pulse to manage its electric bus fleet through bp pulse’s charge management software, Omega. The program will begin at the MTS South Bay facility, south of downtown San Diego, where bp pulse will deploy Omega charge management on 36 chargers. The agency has plans to […] The post San Diego MTS Using bp pulse Omega for Charge Management appeared first on NGT News.

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U.S. Demands Iran Release Oil Tanker Seized in Gulf of Oman

Supply Chain Brain

Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency reported that a Marshall Islands-flagged tanker collided with an Iranian vessel in the Persian Gulf, prompting Iran’s navy to seize the vessel in Gulf of Oman.

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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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Raven SR, Cap Clean Partner for Renewable Diesel Production

NGT News

Raven SR Inc., a renewable fuels company, and Cap Clean Energy Corp., a clean energy development company, are partnering to co-develop biofuels facilities in Canada that will produce renewable diesel for the heavy-duty transportation sector. The partnership, which will also enable the production of sustainable aviation fuel, will allow Cap Clean to produce high-quality renewable […] The post Raven SR, Cap Clean Partner for Renewable Diesel Production appeared first on NGT News.

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Senate votes yes on overturning stringent EPA regs

Overdrive Online

The Senate passed a resolution to overturn regs published by EPA in December to reduce heavy-truck NOx emissions by 80%+ beginning in 2027. Also: $2.1M in cocaine seized from truck at Texas-Mexico border; Truckers Final Mile gets $18K donation; more.

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Trimac Transportation acquires small bulk fleet, warehouser

Commercial Carrier Journal

Trimac Transportation picking up 13 tractors, 119 trailers and a 52-acre property strategically positioned on the busy I-75 corridor.

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Looking to move a bulk load? Try the phone.

Bulk Connection

Modern tools drive modern business, and this is as true in the transportation industry as anywhere else. Shippers, carriers and freight brokers can all use TMS systems and other electronic applications to ship, haul, track, and pay for freight transport. But, while this may work perfectly fine in the dry van world, shipments of bulk loads often require a little something extra: a phone call.

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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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Senate votes to roll back Biden-EPA emissions standard

Commercial Carrier Journal

The measure passed by the narrowest of margins but President Biden will almost certainly veto it.

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BlueGrace Logistics Names Carly Bly Sr. Director of Carrier Relations

Blue Grace Logistics

Carly Bly Named Sr. Director of Carrier Relations Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - April 27, 2023 BlueGrace Logistics Names Carly Bly Sr. Director of Carrier Relations TAMPA, FL (Apr. 27, 2023) – BlueGrace Logistics (BlueGrace), one of the largest Third-Party Logistics (3PL) providers in North America, today announced the hiring of logistics veteran Carly Bly to a new company role, Sr.

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Freight Market Intelligence: Data is crucial, but context is king

Freightos

In this article, Eytan Buchman, Freightos’ CMO, discusses the importance of data and context in global freight and logistics. The article presents findings from a survey conducted across over 200 global supply chain professionals to highlight how the pandemic has increased the need for freight market intelligence and how it continues to be relevant even as supply chain issues resolve.

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Fleet Management Trends in 2023: Staying Ahead of the Curve

RasTrac

In 2023, the fleet management industry is seeing post-pandemic growth. The backlash from the distribution disruption over the past couple of years means fleet managers are embracing new digital shifts to improve efficiency and control costs.

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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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Plentiful, serviced truck parking is a basic human dignity

Truck News

It was time to deliver a message to the prime minister’s doorstep.

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American Airlines Sees Upbeat Profit Forecast as Global Demand Grows

Supply Chain Brain

American’s sales growth this year has trailed its biggest competitors, in part because of a pilot shortage at its regional airline partners and delays in deliveries.

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Reasons to Use Cross Docking Services

Kanban Logistics

Cross docking is an efficient process that saves both time and money by keeping products on the move. Some companies use cross docking services as part of their regular operations mix, while others turn to cross docking only when necessary. For just about any company, however, there are multiple scenarios in which cross docking can bolster your supply chain.

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Network Design Empire – Who are the kings?

Log-hub

Increased customer satisfaction, balancing the cost and revenue in order to generate profits, highly optimized operations, and a data-driven approach, lead to a more accurate way of designing supply chain networks. Welcome to the Network Design kingdom, the sovereign ruler of the supply chain industry! Its laws and practices are obligations for all the logistics lovers out there to obey and follow the command of ultimate prosperity.

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Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory

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.

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The impact of artificial intelligence and machine learning on logistics operations in post offices.

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are transforming the way logistics operations are conducted in post offices around the world. These technologies are making it possible to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve the overall customer experience. Let’s take a closer look at how AI and machine learning are impacting logistics operations in post offices.

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Combi-CUBE Launched in Stuttgart

Logistics Business Magazine

As Combilift celebrates 25 years of innovation, the company plans to ensure that 2023 will be a year to remember, by launching multiple products across various exhibitions on a global scale. To kick off, the newest product – the COMBi-CUBE was launched at the LogiMAT International Intralogistics show in Stuttgart. This new electric model incorporates a host of technological and design features that not only enhance handling procedures but also offer a high level of driver comfort.

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Podcast | There Are No Shortcuts to Supply Chain Due Diligence

Supply Chain Brain

When it comes to unethical behavior by one’s supply chain partners, no matter how deep up the tiers you go, ignorance is no excuse.

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Forewarned is Forearmed in Supply Chain

Logistics Business Magazine

In uncertain times, supply chain planning is paramount, says Stephan Heessels (pictured), Director, BEUMER Group Logistic Systems. He explains why increased use of automation and digital technologies is essential and talks about how he saw the industry developing over the course of 2023, particularly in terms of the way in which e-commerce affects the material handling and logistics business.

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Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability

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.

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Virginia Governor Visits Asia to Forge “Trusted Supply Chain Relationships”

Supply Chain Brain

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin hopes to form supply chain relationships with "friends" of the U.S. so that his state won't have to rely on Chinese suppliers.

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Penske Truck Rental Announces 2022 Top Moving Destinations and Curated Playlists to Streamline the Moving Experience

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Truck Rental announced its Top Moving Destinations list today, unveiling the top 10 cities receiving the most inbound one-way consumer rentals in 2022. Now in its 13th year, alongside the list, Penske has released four curated Spotify® playlists to set the soundtrack as consumers embark on their moving journeys this summer and beyond. Houston, Texas and Las Vegas, Nevada sustained the top two positions from the 2021 list as consumers continue to seek out warmer living locations.

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Amazon Under Fire from OSHA Over High Worker Injury Rates

Supply Chain Brain

OSHA investigations are currently underway at more than 10 Amazon locations, with pending inspections reportedly planned for dozens of other Amazon facilities.

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