Talking Logistics

JULY 24, 2019

We are more than halfway through 2019 and there’s one thing I’m certain about: the weeks and months ahead will be filled with uncertainty. That’s always the case, I know, especially when it comes to supply chain and logistics, where the uncertainty dial is always turned up to 11. Here’s a sampling of the uncertainty. The post Certainly, Maybe: Dealing with Supply Chain Uncertainty appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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JULY 24, 2019

Though field testing for automated vehicles has been relatively successful, some hurdles to full implementation remain. Namely, consumer acceptance and comfort in riding in these vehicles. Also, alarming is the idea of an 80,000 lb commercial tractor-trailer rolling down the interstate on autopilot. Additional concerns include who will be servicing these vehicles and the threat of domestic terrorism by system hacking.

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Fleet Owner

JULY 24, 2019

ATA estimates that 160,000 driver positions will go unfilled over next 10 years.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 24, 2019

“At some point, you go from being an operational pain-in-the-neck for the supply chain to real issues for all of us as consumers,” said Bob Costell of the American Trucking Associations.

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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.

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Fleet Owner

JULY 24, 2019

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is proposing allowing an applicant seeking a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to take general and specialized knowledge tests in a state other than his or her state of residence.

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Fleet Owner

JULY 24, 2019

Fontaine Modification, which provides truck modification services, says it will offer pre-wiring packages for Lytx fleet solutions on major truck brands, including Ford, Hino, International, Volvo, Freightliner and Kenworth.

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Morai Logistics

JULY 24, 2019

If supply chain companies are going to evolve to meet the demands of the market, digital transformation has to be central to that evolution. . Now, more than ever, supply chains are being pushed to grow as a result of the needs of customers. And, no matter how well run a supply chain is, by itself it simply can’t meet those needs. Not without the aid of technology.

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Fleet Owner

JULY 24, 2019

With most of the country in a heat wave, spot truckload rates wilted during the week ending July 21, said DAT Solutions, which operates the industry’s largest network of load boards.

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NGT News

JULY 24, 2019

A new study released by Minneapolis-based utility Xcel Energy details how Minnesota fleets could benefit from switching to electric vehicles (EVs). A dozen cities and organizations participated in an Xcel Energy study to help determine if any of their current fleet vehicles should be replaced with EVs. Participants in the study included HealthPartners and the […].

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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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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 24, 2019

Nowadays, we take information technology (IT) for granted and simply expect it to be intuitive to use and for it to simplify our lives. IT enables our personal and business processes and actions to help us lead organized and effective lives. But the ins and outs are completely interconnected. You cannot have one without the other, and […]. The post Leveraging the power of BI and Data that IT offers today appeared first on SYSPRO US.

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NGT News

JULY 24, 2019

A new survey conducted by Consumer Reports (CR) and the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) shows that 63% of prospective car buyers in America have some interest in electric vehicles (EVs). Breaking this down, 31% would consider one for their next purchase, 27% would consider one at some point down the road and 5% say […]. The post Survey Shows Strong Support for EVs Regardless of Income appeared first on NGT News.

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Fleet Owner

JULY 24, 2019

High turnover rates can cause fleets to become more susceptible to developing “blind spots”.

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NGT News

JULY 24, 2019

Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has drafted a beneficiary mitigation plan through the 2018 multi-state Volkswagen Settlement, of which Florida was allotted $166 million to improve air quality. Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Fla., notes specifically that the plan would significantly expand Florida’s electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure by increasing the number of charging stations along major […].

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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.

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Logistics Management

JULY 24, 2019

Quarterly revenue–at $18 billion-was up 3.4% annually, with net income-at $1.685 billion-up 12%, and earnings per share $1.94 topping the $1.71 recorded last year and topping Wall Street estimates of $1.93 per share.

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NGT News

JULY 24, 2019

Propane autogas school buses are on the ground at the Experimental Aircraft Association’s (EAA) AirVenture to transport thousands of visitors for the weeklong aviation celebration in Oshkosh, Wis. The alternative fuel buses, contracted from Kobussen Buses Ltd., service Oshkosh Area School District during the school year. Equipped with Ford Motor Co.’s 6.8L V10 engine, each […].

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Logistics Management

JULY 24, 2019

Earlier this week, global e-commerce power Amazon said this week it plans to open up two new Ohio-based fulfillment centers, located in Akron and Rossford. Company officials said that these locations will create more than 2,500 full-time jobs with comprehensive benefits, as well as opportunities to work in tandem with Amazon robotics.

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NGT News

JULY 24, 2019

Southern California Gas. Co. (SoCalGas) recently opened up a new net-zero-energy building in Bakersfield that will host not only the utility’s regional base but also a public-access compressed natural gas (CNG) refueling station. The 31,000-square-foot building is located at 35118 McMurtrey Ave. near the connection of Highways 99 and 65. It includes an employee training […].

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Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 24, 2019

Rite-Hite has introduced the PitMaster V Dock Face Sealing System to improve the sealing power at the fourth side of the dock.

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Logistics Management

JULY 24, 2019

This webinar will reveal how manufacturers, retailers, and 3PLs can utilize their own data to identify and demonstrate ROI for multi-carrier parcel shipping by leveraging state-of-the art business intelligence to increase performance.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 24, 2019

Freight claims processes derive from a mountain of risks to cargo. Today, transportation and logistics companies face considerable uncertainty when moving freight. Driver speed, carelessness, outside influences, and everyday activities put freight at risk. Of course, the cost of these risks is not the merchandise alone. These activities affect fuel costs, lost opportunities to collect.read More.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 24, 2019

Breaking down the stages of the maturity model for achieving digital transformation of the supply chain.

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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.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 24, 2019

The UK’s University of Bolton has launched a pioneering degree course in partnership with well-known transport and logistics company Eddie Stobart. The Eddie Stobart and University of Bolton’s three-year BSc degree programme in Logistics & Supply Chain Management guarantees a graduate job for successful students. Students will be interviewed by representatives of both the university and Eddie Stobart before being accepted on the course.

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Freight Center

JULY 24, 2019

You may be kicking around the idea of heading to Area 51. Maybe even snag an alien friend and show him off to everyone. More power to you. But what if you needed to ship something to Area 51? Maybe some supplies for your exit route. Or clothes for your new alien! Besides getting fast-tracked onto a government watchlist, there are extra costs associated with shipping to a place like Area 51.

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NGT News

JULY 24, 2019

Mike Boggess has joined the growing technical engineering team at Proterra, a provider of heavy-duty electric transportation. Boggess, appointed vice president of controls and electrical and thermal systems, has three decades of engineering experience in the transportation and vehicle industries. Most recently, he was chief engineer for drivetrain, electrical and chassis at Blue Bird Corp., […].

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20Cube Logistics

JULY 24, 2019

We have heard of pilotless planes, driverless cars and unmanned trains, but have you ever heard of autonomous ships? Well, the shipping industry is evolving with new technologies and innovations and the most exciting discovery has been the use of autonomous navigation systems. The automation navigation is clearly becoming a reality with SmartDock that allows a ship to sail, navigate and arrive from one port to another without any help from a human.

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Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

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Airfreight Logistics

JULY 24, 2019

Kuehne + Nagel successfully completed the acquisition of Worldwide Perishable Canada Co. ( WWP ). The company is one of the largest freight forwarders in the country and a top player for perishables cargo being the market leader in tuna export. With a strong footprint on the East Coast, WWP will strengthen the existing Kuehne + Nagel perishables network in Canada.

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247 Customs Broker

JULY 24, 2019

on July 25, 2019 at 12:16 pm Kuehne + Nagel successfully completed the acquisition of Worldwide Perishable Canada Co. (WWP). The company is one… The post Kuehne + Nagel Continues Expansion of its Global Perishables Network appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Airfreight Logistics

JULY 24, 2019

Lufthansa Cargo subsidiary, time:matters , a German company that specializes in the urgent international shipping of spare parts recently added seven new stations in China to their already highly efficient network for worldwide Sameday Air transports. These latest additions are all part of their global growth strategy giving their customers access to 157 weekly direct flights between the European hubs in Frankfurt, Munich and Vienna and seven Chinese business centers.

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