New, flexible HOS rules due in June
Fleet Owner
MAY 2, 2019
After months of public comments and listening sessions, the DOT plans to ease HOS rules while still focusing on driver safety.
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Keep Your Relationship Fresh – Succeed Beyond the RFP Process
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 2, 2019
The relationship between a shipper and a logistics provider often begins as a result of a transactional buying process. The shipper often has an immediate business need, which leads to a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quotation (RFQ) process, then they ultimately select a third-party logistics (3PL) supplier to execute a solution for that need.
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How to stop being ‘ghosted’ by driver applicants
Fleet Owner
MAY 2, 2019
CDL recruiters looking for a proactive solution should start at the source: the recruiting process itself.
Adoption of Digital Procurement Has a Long Way to Go
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 2, 2019
Digital transformation often fails because of an inability to onboard suppliers.
GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report
Advertiser: GEP
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?
Spot freight volumes rise, rates lag
Fleet Owner
MAY 2, 2019
It’s typical for spot truckload freight volumes to get a bounce during the week after a holiday.
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SMEs Expanding Global Sales to Offset China Tariffs
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 2, 2019
In a DHL Express study, a majority of respondents (56%) said the recent changes in tariff policies have had a moderate or significant impact on their business operating costs.
Transforming Your Supply Chain Into an Opportunity Center
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 2, 2019
Last year, supply-chain disruptions hit a record high, with North America at the top of the list as the most affected region.
Clif Armstrong to become CEO at Marangoni Tread N.A.
Fleet Owner
MAY 2, 2019
Bill Sweatman ended his 16-year tenure as president and CEO of Marangoni Tread North America (MTNA) on May 1, when he officially retired from the company.
‘One Hundred Lost Minutes’: The Hidden Productivity Cost in Logistics
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 2, 2019
Imagine that a logistics company learned that a concealed flaw in truck engines was costing up to 100 minutes in lost productivity with every incident – and that the number was continuing to rise.
Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry
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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.
XPO delivers strong Q1 earnings results
Logistics Management
MAY 2, 2019
EBITDA, at $343 million, was up 3.9% annually for a first quarter record, and adjusted earnings per share, at $0.51, topped Wall Street estimates of $0.39. Free cash flow for the quarter came in at $96 million.
PACCAR reveals 2018 Suppliers of the Year
Fleet Owner
MAY 2, 2019
PACCAR Parts recognizes Flexfab as the Proprietary Supplier of the Year and Weller Reman as the Commodity Supplier of the Year for 2018.
Be Uncommon
Talking Logistics
MAY 2, 2019
“There’s a way to do it better — find it.” — Thomas Edison. I love that quote by Thomas Edison. There is always room for improvement in whatever you do. Finding a better way, doing it better, is what drives entrepreneurs, athletes, scientists, and so many others. The journey to better is rarely quick or easy, but finding it is always fulfilling.
California’s business and transport leaders remain on high cyber security alert
Logistics Management
MAY 2, 2019
“We are at a critical juncture in our cybersecurity journey, as more decision makers in the public and private sector recognize the benefits of investing in next-generation technology designed for security to make progress on addressing previously intractable threats, instead of relying solely on people or legacy technology,”
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
[INFOGRAPHIC] TMS Software Adoption: A Cross-Industry Snapshot
GlobalTranz
MAY 2, 2019
According to Arc Advisory Group’s brief, Return on Investment (ROI) is driving next generation TMS software adoption, “…a transportation management system helps companies efficiently, reliably, and cost effectively move freight from origin to destination. Failure to transfer goods to and from a destination on time can lead to significant losses in revenues, as well as.read More.
Convoy rolls out Convoy Innovation Lab, with an eye on helping shippers solve problems
Logistics Management
MAY 2, 2019
Company officials said this initiative geared towards helping businesses address challenging freight-related problems by bringing together shippers with Convoy’s engineers, data scientists, and product designers.
Blue Horseshoe Ranked on 2019 Best Places to Work List
Blue Horseshoe Solutions
MAY 2, 2019
Indiana Chamber ranked Blue Horseshoe 6th on the 2019 Best Places to Work list for medium-sized companies. This list recognizes the top employers in Indiana for their leadership, corporate culture, training and development, and employee satisfaction. By focusing on company culture, Blue Horseshoe encourages a collaborative and […]. The post Blue Horseshoe Ranked on 2019 Best Places to Work List appeared first on ERP Implementation & Supply Chain Consulting - Blue Horseshoe.
Think Outside the Cart: How AMRs Optimize Warehouse Fulfillment
Logistics Management
MAY 2, 2019
The exponentially growing demand for ecommerce, next-day shipping, special handling and a shrinking labor pool is putting significant pressure on fulfillment warehouses to deliver orders faster and more efficiently. To meet this challenge, 3PLs and retailers need to think outside of the traditional cart. Learn why many are turning to automation and robotics as a must-have to meet theses challenge – now and in the future.
Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability
Advertiser: GEP
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.
5 Simple Dietary Tips for Carriers Spending Long Hours on The Road
United World Transporation
MAY 2, 2019
If you ask most carriers, are they healthy? We’re going to make the assumption and say 9 out of 10 will say “no, not really.” Although it’s difficult to maintain a healthy diet, especially on long haul drives as a carrier, you can still improve your diet. Most people, in general, who work long hours, tend to feel unhealthy for the following two reasons: 1.
Amazon inventory management
Logistics at MPEPS at UPV
MAY 2, 2019
From bikes to miles of conveyor belts there’s a lot of ways to get around this massive 1.2 million square foot fulfilment center in phoenix Arizona that’s the size of 28 football fields over 15 million items are stoked in this facility everyday and the endless rows of jumbled consumer goods looks like there’s no method to this mind blowing madness but that’s definitely not the case that process is called random stone and what will happen is the associates will look for places that the that parti
Drones take flight to aid humanitarian work in Ethiopia
World Food Programme Logistics
MAY 2, 2019
Training equips government partners with skills to deploy latest technology Continue reading on World Food Programme Insight ».
Apple Logistics and Supply Chain
Logistics at MPEPS at UPV
MAY 2, 2019
1st April 1976. ? Steve Jobs. ? Incorporated 3rd January 1977. ? Apple Computer, Inc. ? Apple Inc. 7th January 2007. ? Cupertino, California. ? Industry: Computer Hardware, Software and. Electronics. ? 46.600 FTE, 2.800 TE. ? $65.23 billion. Product ? Hardware: ? Macintosh ? iPod ? iPhone ? iPad ? Software: ? Mac OS X ? iTunes ? Internet browsers ? Other Software.
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,
Is Route Optimization Software Worth the Money?
Paragon
MAY 2, 2019
The post Is Route Optimization Software Worth the Money? appeared first on Paragon Routing.
Maintaining Healthy Profit Margins
MercuryGate
MAY 2, 2019
The post Maintaining Healthy Profit Margins appeared first on MercuryGate International.
Nord Drivesystems Adds Mobile Commissioning and Service Solution
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 2, 2019
Drive specialist Nord Drivesystems has created a mobile commissioning and service solution for all of its drives. In a mobile age, customers increasingly expect mobile solutions for efficient handling of the installed drive technology directly on site. Nord Drivesystems has catered for this requirement and has developed an app for diagnosis, analysis, monitoring and parameterisation of NORD drive systems.
May issue out now – Logistics Manager Magazine
247 Customs Broker
MAY 2, 2019
The May 2019 issue of Logistics Manager is out now in print, online as well as for the iPad and Android. Cover story:Order picking: Riding the curveE-commerce is maturing and new market conditions demand more sophisticated approaches to picking, says Johanna Parsons….Analysis: Global market challenge under scrutiny at Supply Chain Conference Inventory management: Does the shoe fit?
GEP Outlook Report 2024
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Kögel to Showcase NOVUM Trailers at transport logistic
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 2, 2019
Kögel will be showcasing its NOVUM trailer generation at transport logistic in Munich next month, using the slogan “Innovations made for you! – Kögel NOVUM: Light & Strong” Visitors to the fair can see the new variant of the NOVUM-generation Kögel Trucker Trailer (KTT), as well as the even lighter Kögel Port 45 Triplex container chassis in the atrium at the east entrance.
Rates hack: The spot market 3 o’clock hustle
247 Customs Broker
MAY 2, 2019
Got your own example of a do-it-yourself solution to a problem related to truck equipment or the owner-operator business? Send your story to tdills@randallreilly.com with the “highway hacks” subject line to be considered for this monthly feature. Though it’s certainly lost some of its luster now that mandated electronic logging devices are putting more value […].
UK Warehouse Lighting Specialist Luxonic in £10M+ Takeover
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 2, 2019
UK lighting company Luxonic has been bought by US firm Glamox in an initial £10.15m deal. Established in 1986, Luxonic is a UK based lighting company with its own manufacturing plant located in Basingstoke. It boasts a strong brand, working with all the big port companies or customers needing warehouse lights, including Amazon, The Hut Group, Shop Direct and Asda.
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