Tue.Apr 05, 2022

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Will the 24-Hour, Automated Fulfillment Center Become the Norm?

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

The 24-hour automated fulfillment center arose out of necessity to satisfy consumer appetites for fast delivery via standard shipping. For years, 3–4 days was an acceptable delivery time. That has shrunk to 2 days. Today, some customers even expect next-day – and in some cases same-day – delivery service.

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Class 8 orders remain level as OEMs continue to fight supply constraints

Fleet Owner

Heavy-duty truck and tractor orders continue to hover around 21,000 per month since fall 2021, according to preliminary March data from ACT and FTR. OEMs are still dealing with order backlogs plus component and labor shortages in 2022.

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ICT Spring goes "Beyond Frontiers" and unveils a new format in 2022

Supply Chain Brain

ICT Spring is a centrepiece of Luxembourg’s event calendar and one of the top European tech conferences. Organized by Farvest and hosted next June 30th and July 1st at LuxExpo the Box, the event will inspire delegates across a variety of important topics. Key areas of focus are the fast-growing FinTech industry, innovations and technologies building the future of the economy, European Sovereignty in Data & Cloud, Supply Chain initiatives, IT Security, HealthTech, entrepreneurship as well as

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Nearly 80,000 active trucks could be barred from operating in California at year-end

Overdrive Online

The final phase of CARB's Truck and Bus Regulation takes effect Jan. 1, 2023, banning the use of pre-2010 emissions-spec engines in the state. Due to new and used truck shortages, trucking groups are pressing CARB to extend the compliance deadline.

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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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Five Takeaways from the UN’s Latest 3,000-Page Climate Report

Supply Chain Brain

The new report updates previous work by the IPCC — its last work on this topic came out in 2014 — as well as assessing the potential of technology and offering evidence that climate action, done right, can improve the health and wellbeing of people around the world.

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U.S. Supply Chain Pressures Soar to a Record, Index Shows

Supply Chain Brain

A measure of U.S. supply chain pressures rose to a record, adding to already stiff inflationary headwinds from logistics amid dwindling warehouse space and unprecedented inventory costs.

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Why Do Distribution Networks Change?

Logistics Bureau

Yes, all Distribution Networks change over time. Or at least they should do. Here are some of the reasons that the requirements of your Distribution Network might change over the years. And some things to look out for. More resources on Distribution Network here: Supply Chain Network Video Playlist. Supply Chain Network Blog Articles.

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Watch: Latin American Logistics Goes Digital

Supply Chain Brain

As more and more Latin American companies digitize their logistics operations, inefficient silos are falling, says Alfonso de los Rios, chief executive officer and co-founder of Nowports.

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Mack Laval Becomes First Canadian EV-Certified Dealer for Mack Trucks

NGT News

Mack Laval’s Dorval facility in Montreal, Quebec, is now a Mack Trucks Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) Dealer, making it the first Mack dealer in Canada to achieve this designation. This achievement enables Mack Laval in Dorval to service and support the Mack LR Electric refuse truck, Mack’s first fully electric Class 8 vehicle. “Mack commends […].

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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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Watch: Trends in Last-Mile Delivery

Supply Chain Brain

Delivery of large, heavy or bulky items is one of the major trends that the pandemic has brought to last-mile delivery, says Shailu Satish, co-founder of DispatchTrack.

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Comdata Collaborates with Motorq on EV Fleet and Charging Management

NGT News

Comdata, a FLEETCOR company, has partnered with connected-car data and analytics company Motorq to launch a new solution to capture charge event data directly from electric vehicles (EV) and allow for fleet managers to accurately pay employees for EV charging costs – even when employees charge company vehicles at home. Comdata’s Charge Anywhere solution, powered […].

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Europe’s Russia Coal Ban Foreshadows Higher Global Energy Prices

Supply Chain Brain

Europe is taking a big gamble as it moves to ban Russian coal, potentially leaving itself vulnerable to shortages and rolling blackouts while the rest of the world contends with surging prices.

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Autobus Campeau Lines up Order for 50 Lion Electric School Buses

NGT News

Lion Electric Co., a manufacturer of all-electric medium and heavy-duty vehicles, has received an order for 50 all-electric LionC school buses from Autobus Campeau in the province of Quebec, with deliveries to begin by the first quarter of 2023. The new buses will be used on school routes in the Brownsburg-Chatham, Gatineau and Rigaud regions […].

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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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3PL Acquires Warehousing Provider, Expands Logistics Services

Food Logistics

This acquisition also adds PCWC facilities in Ontario, Calif., and Chino, Calif. Weber now operates over 4 million square feet of distribution center space in California across 15 facilities.

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East Coast Container Ship Queue Overshadows West Coast Logjam

Supply Chain Brain

Ocean carriers looking to avoid logjams at the U.S.’s busiest container gateways on the West Coast are now facing even longer queues out east.

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DHL pledges €7bn to reduce emissions

Logistics Business Magazine

Deutsche Post DHL Group (DPDHL), a leading global brand in the logistics industry, has joined ABB ’s Energy Efficiency Movement to reinforce its commitment in reducing its carbon footprint. This is an important step in DPDHL’s initiative to lead the logistics industry towards a greener and more sustainable future, with a commitment to invest €7bn by 2030 to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions.

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Supply Chain Design: Making the Transition From Project to Process

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain design was once seen as an activity to be endured every few years — a strategic exercise that wasn’t tied to operations. Now, however, competitive companies are realizing that every decision they make should be used as an opportunity to improve the configuration and use of their networks. .

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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,

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BlueBox Systems partners with IoT developer Hanhaa

Logistics Business Magazine

BlueBox Systems , provider of the unique Air Freight Tracking SaaS solution BlueBoxAir, together with Hanhaa Supply Chain Solutions , provider of Internet-of-Things tracking and asset management devices and solutions from the UK, have launched the partner product Air FreightLive. This product, based on BlueBox Systems BlueBoxAir, logically expands Hanhaa’s product portfolio of specific supply chain software and innovative trackers.

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Why Freight Document Management Benefits from Digital Document Generation

MercuryGate

Document generation uses existing templates for invoices, POD requests, CMRs, and bills of lading to produce digital files with auto-fill features and customization. Using digital documents shared within one system, you can eliminate paper documents and email exchanges. The post Why Freight Document Management Benefits from Digital Document Generation appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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TGW speeds up Belgian grocery retailer UpFresh

Logistics Business Magazine

TGW is building a high-performance fulfilment centre for UpFresh in the harbour city of Ostend, with completion scheduled for November 2023. Automation will allow maximum flexibility and help the Belgian grocery specialist meet its ambitious growth targets. UpFresh is one of Belgium’s leading grocery retailers, supplying over 2,700 shops with meat, cheese, salads and convenience products.

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Last-mile delivery

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

This concept refers to the stage when a carrier picks up orders from a distribution hub or warehouse and delivers it to the final customer. It is recommended that this process goes on quickly and effectively. In order to ensure customer satisfaction, the company should control its delivery process and consider that the sooner a customer receives their package, the happier they will be.

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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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Ellen Wille awards AutoStore project to Element Logic

Logistics Business Magazine

For its new logistics centre in Bad Homburg, Ellen Wille, a European market leader for second hair products, has commissioned the system integrator Element Logic to design and implement an AutoStore system with 62,500 bin locations as a central automated storage and picking system for small parts storage. Ellen Wille, The Hair Company is the European market leader for second hair products.

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Business Intelligence

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Business Intelligence makes reference to the usage of different strategies and tools that are useful to transform the information in knowledge. Which main objective is to improve the decision making process in the companies. Some of the advantages of Business Intelligence tools are: Business intelligence can help companies make better decisions by showing present and historical data within their business context.

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“Unprecedented visibility” with Nexxiot cargo monitor

Logistics Business Magazine

Nexxiot , a pioneer in logistics digitisation and a leading provider of TradeTech solutions, has launched its new Nexxiot Cargo Monitor , a revolutionary sensor device which, it says, delivers unbeatable connectivity and data performance in a compact, easy-to-use design. The Nexxiot Cargo Monitor promises to revolutionise global cargo shipping by delivering unprecedented real-time visibility of the location, status, and condition of shipments anywhere in the world.

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Penske Truck Leasing to participate in 2022 National Private Truck Council (NPTC) Expo as Platinum Sponsor

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Truck Leasing will be a Platinum Sponsor and exhibitor at the upcoming National Private Truck Council (NPTC) Annual Education Management Conference and Exhibition , April 10-12 in Cincinnati, Ohio. The company will kick-off the expo, hosting the First Timers' Orientation Breakfast as well as the Sunday Exhibit Hall Reception. Penske Truck Leasing will exhibit in booth 800 and display its full range of capabilities for private truck fleets including: Full-service leasing , commercial truck

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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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Sustainable Logistics 101: A Guide for Growing Fleets

Paragon

The post Sustainable Logistics 101: A Guide for Growing Fleets appeared first on Paragon Routing.

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Envase Announces Release of Envase Mobile Driver App to Support Drayage Operations

Envase Technologies

Integrating With Multiple TMS Systems, Driver App Improves Communication, Saves Time, Accelerates Cashflow. DOVER, New Hampshire, April 05, 2022 – Envase, a mission-critical software platform for the intermodal supply chain, announces the release of Envase Mobile – a next-generation mobile app to support the operations of drayage drivers and their back-office counterparts.

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How Digitalization can Revolutionize Your B2B E-commerce Business

Locus

In 2023, an estimated 17 % of B2B sales are expected to be generated digitally. In 2019, this share was 13 %. – Statista, Share of US B2B Sales via E-commerce 2019-2023. The global B2B e-commerce market valuing US$14.9 trillion in 2020 is over 5 times that of the B2C market. – B2B E-commerce Report, 2021, Statista. B2B companies make up the other half of the global economy.

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