Thu.Jan 12, 2023

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Logistics Investors set to focus on ‘First Mile’

Logistics Business Magazine

There could be increased appetite from investors for ‘first-mile’ logistic assets as global supply chain disruption drives a need for firms to improve upstream, business-to-business supply chain logistics, according to a new report from leading global property advisor Knight Frank. Knight Frank’s latest Future Gazing Report explores the changing requirements and opportunities for first mile logistics, including how the need for increased resilience is driving a reconfiguring of supply chains, ev

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The Journey to End-to-End (E2E) Supply Chain Visibility Is Ongoing

Logistics Viewpoints

The supply chain industry is on a years-long digital transformation journey, and one of the key objectives that industry leaders almost universally aim to achieve is true end-to-end (E2E) visibility across their complex global networks of suppliers, partners and customers. It’s the right goal. But to get there, it’s imperative that industry leaders understand the significant work that’s still ahead – to be blunt, we have a long way to go – and continue to prioritize en supply chain visibility as

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Worker shortage impedes progress in supply chains, Chamber says

Logistics Management

Improvements in untangling supply chains have been offset by lingering worker shortages, America’s top business lobbyist said in her comprehensive economic forecast for 2023. Chamber President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark described how despite economic uncertainty, American business is “strong and optimistic” and will continue to lead the country forward this year.

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Strategies to fight driver fatigue go beyond Hours of Service

Truck News

Most people are aware of the dangers of drinking and driving but don’t realize that drowsy driving can be just as fatal — and likely happens more often than we think. Like alcohol, fatigue slows reaction time, decreases awareness, impairs judgment, and increases the risk of a crash. If you’ve ever been tired and driven […].

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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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Driving the Risk Out of Line Haul Fleet Management with AIoT Technologies

Logistics Management

Download this white paper which explores how Hikvision’s Line Haul Management Solution boosts productivity, improves safety and minimizes transportation risks.

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Fulfillment Facility Improved Efficiencies by 4x

Logistics Management

Download this case study to explore how Winit relied on Hai Robotics’ intelligent case picking robotic system as the core technology to advance their facility, alleviate labor woes, and create operational resilience that helped propel the company’s success over the last 2 years.

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The Supply Chain Is Broken: How Buyers and Suppliers Can Fix It

Supply Chain Brain

Buyers and suppliers need to abandon their old ways of operating, and build more collaborative relationships that are rooted in trust. .

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FedEx preps to further reduce Sunday delivery services

Logistics Management

After stating in July that it was preparing to cut down on its Sunday delivery services in remote and rural areas of the United States, from 95% to 80% of the U.S. population, Memphis-based global freight transportation and logistics services provider FedEx is now reducing its Sunday delivery footprint to around 50% of the country, according to various reports.

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2017 Freightliner Coronado glider 'money maker' for newlywed team

Overdrive Online

Jeremy and Tiffany Wallin got married in April 2022, and he's already taught her to team-drive the pair's 2017 Freightliner Coronado glider, "Girl Next Door," powered by a 1998 Detroit Series 60.

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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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Descartes announces acquisition of Supply Vision

Logistics Management

Waterloo, Ontario-based Descartes, a provider of logistics based on-demand, software-as-a-service offerings, recently announced it acquired Phoenix-based Supply Vision, a provider of shipment management solutions for North American-based logistics services providers (LSP). The purchase price was $12 million, according to Descartes.

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Fleet Management Software Enables Xos Dealers to Manage EVs, Chargers

NGT News

Xos Inc. has launched its mobile fleet management application, Xosphere Go, for customers and authorized Xos dealers to manage their Xos vehicle and chargers on the go. Xosphere Go is available to all owners of Xos battery-electric vehicles and is free to download on iOS and Android devices. “We’re thrilled to make our Xosphere fleet […]. The post Fleet Management Software Enables Xos Dealers to Manage EVs, Chargers appeared first on NGT News.

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Leveraging Trade Agreements to Reduce Global Sourcing Costs

Logistics Management

This white paper presents five best practices for companies to leverage trade programs and maximize their benefits.

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NJBPU Opens Medium- and Heavy-Duty EV Charging Program

NGT News

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) has opened the application window for its medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicle (MHD EV) charging program, funded through the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI). The $16.1 million program will complement the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s (NJEDA) ongoing transportation electrification efforts by working with its NJ Zero-Emission […].

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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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Podcast | Are Global Manufacturers Saying Goodbye to China?

Supply Chain Brain

When it comes to manufacturing product for the world, China is now longer a low-cost country. So which countries stand to benefit from China’s loss?

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EVGO Launches Maintenance Program for EV Charging Network Stations

NGT News

EVgo Inc.’s new EVgo ReNew is an enhanced and comprehensive maintenance program designed to ensure stations across EVgo’s charging network meet its quality and technology standards. Through the program, EVgo plans to replace, upgrade or, in some cases, retire hundreds of stations over the coming year with the goals of enhancing charger availability and building […].

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Insights to Establish a Thriving Supply Chain in 2023

TransAudit

Supply chains have had a rough few years. You might be hoping for an easier outlook in 2023, but economic uncertainty and staffing shortages could put a wrench in things. Despite these challenges, you can establish a thriving supply chain this year. The key is to be intentional and proactive about your supply chain decisions. Prepare Now for Economic Uncertainty.

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Transnet Gives Up on Chinese Rail Deal, Plans New Tender

Supply Chain Brain

South Africa’s freight rail operator doesn’t have enough railway wagons and is often hit by sabotage and theft.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.

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4 Main Types of Transportation in Logistics

3PL Links

Types of Transportation in Logistics | Image Source: Google Images. You will be able to plan long, medium, or short distance routes and the preparation of delivery routes by choosing the best possible combination of means of transport after studying the Transport and Logistics Training Cycle. You will also be able to carry out import and export operations of goods with the highest level of accuracy.

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Packing Software for Spare Parts

Logistics Business Magazine

Nulogy’s relationship with CEVA Logistics is continuing to forge ahead after its flexible cloud-based software was chosen as the new platform for the co-packing of automotive spare parts at its Melbourne facility in Australia. Nulogy’s industry-leading contract packing software is replacing the existing solution in order to meet the growing requirements for the handling of automotive parts.

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Using Automation to Scale E-Commerce for the Holiday Season and Beyond

Logistics Management

Unbox a world of automation opportunities when you download your copy now.

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INFORM Software Appoints USA CEO

Logistics Business Magazine

INFORM, a global software provider for AI-driven Digital Decision-Making optimizing business operations, headquartered in Aachen, Germany, announced today the promotion of Justin Newell to Chief Executive Officer (CEO), INFORM North America. He succeeds INFORM North America founder and Chairman, Adrian Weiler, who will continue in his role as ongoing advisor to the CEOs across all INFORM Group entities, as well as serving as a representative of the organization in leading industry associations a

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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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U.S. Prices Drop for First Time Since May 2020 as Inflation Rate Falls to 6.5%

Supply Chain Brain

The news is unlikely to deter to the Federal Reserve from continuing raising rates as it fights inflation.

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FarEye Platform on SAP for Parcel Visibility

Logistics Business Magazine

FarEye announced that its FarEye platform, which provides real-time visibility of shipments from first to last mile, is now available on SAP® Store, the online marketplace for SAP and partner offerings. FarEye is one of the first SAP partners offering parcel-level visibility, in addition to shipment-level visibility, giving customers the ability to track orders across all miles of the order-to-door journey.

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Waste to Energy

Compactor Management Company

Waste streams such as wet waste, solid waste, and gaseous waste have the potential to be valuable resources for the production of biofuels, bioproducts, heat, and electricity in the domestic market. These waste streams can be used as feedstocks for the creation of renewable fuels and products, and utilizing them can help solve waste disposal problems.

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Using APIs for Carrier Integration with a Warehouse Management System

Camelot 3PL Software

What is an API? API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of protocols and tools for building software and applications. Carrier system integration refers to the process of connecting different carrier systems and platforms to enable communication and data exchange between them. When integrating carrier systems with a warehouse management system using APIs, the API acts as a bridge between the carrier system and the WMS or applications that need to access the carrier system’s functi

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

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

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Case Study: Iplex Increases Operational Efficiency with Trimble Maps

Trimble

Since 1938, Iplex has been the leading provider of Australian water industry services, expertise, and innovation and today, as part of the Fletcher group of industrial businesses, its innovative solutions support local water authorities, rural and urban agriculture, and infrastructure projects across the country. As the business continued to grow, Iplex wanted to evolve the way its fleet of vehicles served its customers.

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International Moving Checklist

I.C.E. Transport

If you’re moving overseas, you’re worried about a new home, new job, maybe even a new school for your kids. Don't get buried in the complicated details of shipping your personal effects overseas. Our handy checklist below can help. Print it out for easy reference.

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Railway Talks With China Terminated as Uganda Turns to Turkey

Supply Chain Brain

Uganda’s decision to cancel the contract with China Harbour Engineering Company may help it consider an alternative route through its southern neighbor Tanzania.

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