Wed.Nov 17, 2021

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The 2021 Holiday Logistics Guide

Logistics Viewpoints

Halloween is in the rearview mirror and Black Friday is on the horizon. As such, retailers and logistics providers are gearing up for the annual holiday logistics crunch. The National Retail Federation (NRF) has forecast that holiday sales during November and December will grow between 8.5 percent and 10.5 percent over 2020 to between $843.4 billion and $859 billion.

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The State Of The Industry with George Abernathy

The Logistics of Logistics

The State Of The Industry with George Abernathy. George Abernathy and Joe Lynch discuss the state of the industry. George is the President of Emerge , one of the fastest-growing startups in the U.S. that is transforming the $800 billion transportation and logistics industry with its digital freight marketplace platform. About George Abernathy. George Abernathy , Emerge President and Board Member, has more than 30 years of supply chain and technology experience.

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Vessel charters get longer and more costly as carriers continue to hunt tonnage

Supply Chain and Logistics

Here are more examples of Non-Operating Owners chartering ships. And they are increasing in price. These carriers are outside the liner alliances, and allow the ships to move as they choose instead of following liner schedules.

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A 3PL Sheds Manual Processes to Streamline Communications With UPS Drivers

Supply Chain Brain

With the concept of a “peak season” melting away during the pandemic, Coyote Logistics sought a better way to manage UPS drivers at the parcel giant’s hub facilities.

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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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FTR Trucking Conditions Index continues to post strong results

Logistics Management

For September, the most recent month for which data is available, the TCI came in at 11.79, up from August’s 11.63. The July TCI reading was 10.78, trailing June and May, at 12.61 and 15.72, respectively. The all-time record reading, for the TCI, is May’s. 16.82, which topped March’s 16.17, the previous all-time high.

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Myth or Truth? 6 Tips for ERP implementation success

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

ERP adoption and implementation can have a wide range of outcomes, so whether you are upgrading your ERP system or considering deploying a new one, it’s important to understand an ERP’s capabilities. With a solid business strategy, and a strong foundation of knowledge, you can determine the best course of action for your manufacturing business and take advantage of an ERP system to streamline business processes and maximize profitability.

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New York’s NICE Places Order for Up to 36 Zero-Emission New Flyer Transit Buses

NGT News

New Flyer of America Inc., a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc., has received a new contract from the Nassau Inter County Express (NICE) for six battery-electric Xcelsior CHARGE NG 40-foot transit buses. The five-year contract includes options for up to 30 of the buses. With the order, NICE becomes the seventh agency in New York […]. The post New York’s NICE Places Order for Up to 36 Zero-Emission New Flyer Transit Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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Americans Buy Goods Over Services as Virus Lingers

Supply Chain Brain

American consumers are showing little sign of returning yet to their normal balance of spending on services over goods, with a heavy reliance on imported products, according to two indicators based on shipping data.

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Warehouse Management Systems – One Size Doesn’t Fit All

Logistics Management

Ensure your company ends up with the right WMS, and download enVista’s white paper, “WMS – One Size Doesn’t Fit All” to learn the best practices for a thorough selection process.

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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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Cenntro LS 200 EV Obtains EU N1 Vehicle Type Approval

NGT News

Commercial EV technology company Cenntro Automotive’s Logistar 200 (LS 200) vehicle has completed all homologation tests in compliance with EU standards and requirements to obtain the N1 vehicle type approval. LS 200 now can be sold and registered in all 27 countries in the EU as well as any other countries that adopt EU vehicle […]. The post Cenntro LS 200 EV Obtains EU N1 Vehicle Type Approval appeared first on NGT News.

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Loftware NiceLabel 10 Provides Visibility, Time Savings and Streamlined Management with Cloud-Based Labeling

Supply Chain Brain

Loftware Inc., a global software company specializing in Enterprise Labeling and Artwork Management solutions, announced Loftware NiceLabel 10, the first major release of the Loftware NiceLabel portfolio, which includes Loftware NiceLabel Cloud and Loftware NiceLabel Label Management System (LMS).

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Kevin Fisher to Head Up Momentum Dynamics’ Truck Systems Electrification Division

NGT News

Kevin Fisher has joined Momentum Dynamics as director of truck systems electrification. “Kevin’s network, relationships and knowledge of fleet management position him uniquely to help OEMs and fleets understand how wireless charging can fit into their operations and simplify electric vehicle charging,” says Bob Kacergis, Momentum’s chief commercial officer.

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How Retailers Can Satisfy the Hybrid Shopper

Supply Chain Brain

The line between digital and in-store experiences continues to blur, and shoppers expect to interact with sellers through multiple channels, including social media, websites, apps, phone, chat, and physical stores.

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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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ABB Orders Alkaline Hydrogen Fuel Cell System from AFC Energy

NGT News

AFC Energy, a provider of hydrogen power generation technologies, says ABB B.V. has placed its first order for the high-energy-density “S” Series hydrogen fuel cell system. The order is worth £4 million, with the zero-emission power generator system scheduled for delivery ahead of schedule in early 2023. ABB will use the first 200kW “S” Series […].

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Peak Shipping Season Update: What’s Driving Change in the Industry?

GlobalTranz

The long and unpredictable peak shipping season continues to challenge supply chains. A 2021 Peak Shipping Season survey conducted by Edelman Intelligence found hiring to be a strong concern among supply chain decision makers with 90% having a strong need to increase hiring to account for peak season and beyond. Approximately 73% of respondents cited progress in omnichannel improvements over the past year, but express cautious optimism for their company's supply chain and capacity. 94% of supply

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Blink Charging Chooses Dobrikova to Lead Fleet Solutions

NGT News

Blink Charging Co., an owner, operator and provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and services, has appointed Amy Dobrikova as vice president of fleet solutions. The appointment of Dobrikova signals the company’s focus on expanding its product line and services to better serve public and private fleets. With over a decade in the transportation […].

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How a CPG Shipper Stayed Out of the Spot Market and Achieved a 20x ROI

FreightWaves SONAR

View the Full Case Study. Tricky freight, short lead times, and inflexible delivery windows meant that one consumer packaged goods shipper was punished when its core carriers fell off and it had to put its freight into the spot market. By raising contract rates in certain volatile key lanes identified by FreightWaves Supply Chain Intelligence (SCI), the same shipper slashed its spot market exposure in half and cut its truckload spend by 10% on the lanes it put out to bid.

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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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Watch: The Shifting Consumer Landscape

Supply Chain Brain

In the time of COVID-19, the already challenging consumer world is seeing expectations heightening, says Tom Goldsby, Haslam Chair of Logistics at the University of Tennessee.

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Integration: How to Succeed in a Complex World

Logistics Management

Industry experts illustrate the six key benefits of a supply chain built off integrated solutions and how companies use them to extract the maximum efficiency from their existing assets.

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Dock Delays and Detention are a Big Issue

Trinity Logistics

Over the last 18 months, the trucking industry has faced uneven supply and demand, congested ports, rising costs, a global pandemic, labor shortages, and a boom in online consumer spending. As a result, demand for truck capacity and rates remain elevated. What’s one thing straining capacity and raising rates? Dock delays and detention. Dock delays and detention not only affect truck drivers but shippers as well.

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DCSA Publishes Complete Framework of Just-in-Time Standards for Main Port Call Activities

Shipping and Freight Resource

Latest release of DCSA’s Just-in-Time Port Call Programme provides interface standards and API definitions for all 50 port call event timestamps. This might also be something that can assist with this so called “unscheduled” and “unannounced” calls of the vessels chartered by the likes of Walmart and Amazon which are reportedly adding to the backlog of ships at the US ports.

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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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Rising Above the Obstacles

Logistics Management

The Mobility Innovation Zone (MIZ) in AllianceTexas is built on collaboration, an essential ingredient for elevating air mobility technology.

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Nearly Half of Retailers Are Pessimistic About Sales This Holiday Season

Supply Chain Brain

Nearly 50% of retailers aren’t optimistic about meeting demand this holiday shopping season, a new report shows.

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Creating a Great Culture

Women in Trucking

Over the past 1½ years, the pandemic has thrown American families and businesses into chaos like never before. There’s one clear lesson for businesses: talent acquisition and retention are paramount in a company’s competitive edge. This is especially true for the transportation industry, where attracting and retaining the next generation of drivers has been a big challenge.

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Global Food Prices to Stay High on Labor Crunch, Cargill CEO Says

Supply Chain Brain

Food prices will likely stay elevated in 2022 as disruptions to the global supply chain are set to persist, according to the head of Cargill, who highlighted labor shortages as one of the biggest risks facing the industry.

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What Your Order Management System Should Be Doing

To continue scaling your omnichannel business, you need to manage a lot of orders across a lot of different channels and marketplaces. Some brands do this by hand. Some try to force their ERP to manage it. Others rely on a complex system of cross-referencing the dashboards of their various channels. None of these is an effective or sustainable solution.

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2021 Third Party Logistics Benchmark Report

Logistics Management

The second annual Third-Party Logistics Warehouse Benchmark Report is here.

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BlueGrace Discusses The Future of Logistics Platforms and Software

Blue Grace Logistics

FreightWaves NOW – November 2021. FreightWaves NOW hosts Kaylee Nix and Michael Vincent talk to Azad Ratzki, CTO of BlueGrace Logistics, about the Future of Logistics Platforms and Software. Click here to view. To read the entire blog visit BlueGrace Logistics.

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Black Friday / Cyber Monday Stats to Know for 2021

Freight Center

HISTORY OF BLACK FRIDAY. The term " Black Friday " originated in Philadelphia, in the early 1960s. Philadelphia police griped about the congested streets, clogged with motorists and pedestrians heading to the Army-Navy football game while looking for deals the day after Thanksgiving, calling it “ Black Friday.”.