The secret weapon in the fight against fakes
DC Velocity
APRIL 10, 2018
Looking to protect your goods from counterfeiting? Product packaging might be part of the solution.
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FMCSA grants rest exemption for fuel haulers
Fleet Owner
APRIL 10, 2018
Under certain conditions, fuel trucks can operate for twelve hours a day without triggering the rest break requirement.
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ABF hits Teamsters memo over pension concerns; says workers will be protected
DC Velocity
APRIL 10, 2018
Union leader speaks for small group of ABF Teamsters, underplays health of pension fund and impact of company's contributions, carrier says.
No matter how you measure it, we all want more efficient vehicles
Fleet Owner
APRIL 10, 2018
A rose by any other name would smell as sweet. That’s a famous line from Romeo and Juliet, for those of us who didn’t know. I think that sentiment can be applied to the trucking industry as well.
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.
Read and watch: DC Velocity's Modex 2018 coverage
DC Velocity
APRIL 10, 2018
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Rite-Hite opens new office in Milwaukee's Third Ward
DC Velocity
APRIL 10, 2018
Company says growth drives need for additional space.
GlobalTranz’s Krug named 2018 Distinguished Woman in Logistics
Fleet Owner
APRIL 10, 2018
PALM DESERT, CA. Renee Krug, chief financial officer of GlobalTranz, was named the 2018 Distinguished Woman in Logistics. Krug was honored by the Women In Trucking Association, in partnership with Truckstop.com.
Control the Cost of Free Shipping with Parcel TMS Analytics
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 10, 2018
E-commerce is driving the demand for smaller, more frequent last-mile deliveries. As a result, parcel rates are soaring at twice the rate of inflation. At the same time, Amazon continues to reinforce consumer expectations for free shipping and more delivery options, even as it loses billions of dollars on shipping. Shippers large and small need to look more closely at parcel transportation costs and are turning to enterprise shipping software with data-driven analytics for answers. […].
What Are the Challenges in Full Truckload Freight Management?
GlobalTranz
APRIL 10, 2018
Small and mid-sized shippers face many challenges in full truckload freight management. Different carriers charge different rates, which reflect the relative trucking activity of a destination, and freight management requires navigating a complex system of drivers, trucks, and trailer types, while trying to get the best deal possible. In today’s age, full truckload is in-demand, and rates are rising much faster than this time last year, by 25 percent in some markets, explains the Journal of Comm
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
Digital supply chain expectations outpace reality, says new study
Logistics Management
APRIL 10, 2018
More than half of surveyed manufacturers expect digital supply networks will provide benefits, but only 28 percent have started implementing them
With UberRush shutting down, what can stranded merchants do?
Bringg
APRIL 10, 2018
Uber recently announced to its customers that it will be shutting down UberRUSH , its same-day delivery service. Launched in 2015, the service was supposed to provide merchants with the ability to compete with the likes of Amazon’s same-day shipping offers. Since few merchants are able to deliver quickly by themselves, these services are instrumental for retailers looking to evolve and meet the new customer standards for speed and convenience.
Terex’s Ted Barron joins Green Truck Association Board of Governors
Fleet Owner
APRIL 10, 2018
Barron’s background as a fleet manager for a utility and his current role with Terex Utilities provides a combination of perspectives.
Fleet Management Software
Material Handling and Logistics
APRIL 10, 2018
Seegrid has added new features to its fleet management software, Seegrid Supervisor: queues, barcode scanner support and caution tape.
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.
XL unveils additional galvanized lowboy trailer model
Fleet Owner
APRIL 10, 2018
OEM says its new gooseneck features extra-strong decking as well.
Diesel average rises for the third consecutive week, reports EIA
Logistics Management
APRIL 10, 2018
The average price per gallon of diesel gasoline eked out a slight increase, rising 0.1 cents to $3.043 per gallon, according to data issued this week by the Department of Energy’s Energy Information Administration (EIA).
Operation Safe Driver Week scheduled for July 15-21
Fleet Owner
APRIL 10, 2018
Enforcement effort will focus on “unsafe driving behaviors” by motorists and truckers alike.
A deeper dive on railroad service issues
Logistics Management
APRIL 10, 2018
While railroad service issues clearly presented internal challenges for the Class I’s and external issues for rail shipper customers, it is the opinion of one industry observer that having the Class I’s offering up written responses to the STB does not really do a whole lot in terms of the big (service) picture.
How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces
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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.
With UberRUSH shutting down, what can stranded merchants do?
Bringg
APRIL 10, 2018
Uber recently announced to its customers that it will be shutting down UberRUSH , its same-day delivery service. Launched in 2015, the service was supposed to provide merchants with the ability to compete with the likes of Amazon’s same-day shipping offers. Since few merchants are able to deliver quickly by themselves, these services are instrumental for retailers looking to evolve and meet the new customer standards for speed and convenience.
MODEX keynote: McAfee stresses power of platforms and the crowd
Logistics Management
APRIL 10, 2018
The business rules and thinking of the industrial age won’t serve us well in the digital age, Andrew McAfee, co-founder and co-director of the Initiative on the Digital Economy, said at Tuesday’s MODEX keynote.
Attracting the Next Generation of Truckers
Blue Grace Logistics
APRIL 10, 2018
As time changes, the views and opinions of the generations that follow will also change. As the baby boomers are beginning to approach the golden age of retirement, new generations are starting to step up to the plate. This is creating a shakeup for the global economy as a whole. We’re seeing a change in aspirations as well as life goals in those that are entering the workforce.
Mixed movement for U.S. fuel prices this week
Fleet Owner
APRIL 10, 2018
Diesel and gasoline prices rise and fall in different parts of the country.
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.
Forget the Trade War — China Wants to Win the Computing Arms Race
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 10, 2018
Chinese universities and U.S. technology companies such as International Business Machines Corp. and Microsoft Corp. are racing to develop quantum computers, a type of processing that’s forecast to be so powerful it can transform how drug-makers, agriculture companies and auto manufacturers discover compounds and materials. Quantum computing uses the movement of subatomic particles to process data in amounts that modern computers can’t handle.
VW cancels contracts with Prevent Group after supply problems
Automotive Logistics
APRIL 10, 2018
Volkswagen has cancelled the majority of its contracts with parts and material supplier Prevent Group following a series of supply problems affecting production in Brazil between 2015 and 2016. The carmaker said the problems had cost it a total of €250m ($307m). Since the 1990s, Prevent Group, based in Bosnia, has bought a number of global parts subsidiaries that have traditionally supplied VW.
Felixstowe Gets Remote Control STS Cranes
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 10, 2018
The Port of Felixstowe has taken delivery of its first two remote control ship-to-shore (STS) gantry cranes. . The two new cranes, the 32nd and 33rd at the UK’s largest container port, were delivered on the Zhen Hua 23 from ZPMC in Shanghai. . Commenting on the new cranes, Clemence Cheng, CEO of the Port of Felixstowe and Executive Director, Hutchison Ports, said: . “These new cranes are the latest acquisition in our ongoing investment programme to provide the best equipment, inf
Ford targets independent workshops with new UK aftermarket service
Automotive Logistics
APRIL 10, 2018
Ford has announced a new aftermarket service called Parts Plus that will make it the first OEM to offer a full range of parts directly to independent repairers in the UK. The direct sales channel for trade parts is also a first for Ford globally. The company is planning to establish 84 Parts Plus centres, with the first opening this summer. The outlets will supply Ford and Motorcraft parts, as well as the company’s Omnicraft range, which provides parts for non-Ford vehicles.
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
Diesel average rises for the third consecutive week, reports EIA
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 10, 2018
By LM Staff ·. April 10, 2018. The average price per gallon of diesel gasoline eked out a slight increase, rising 0.1 cents to $3.043 per gallon, according to data issued this week by the Department of Energy’s Energy Information Administration (EIA). This marks the third straight weekly increase, a period which has seen the national diesel average rise a cumulative 7.1 cents during that span.
Inform survey highlights deficiencies in IT provision
Automotive Logistics
APRIL 10, 2018
Bad experiences with new IT systems and budget constraints are hindering the introduction of more digitalisation in logistics for the automotive sector, according to a survey carried out by optimisation software expert, Inform. “At least one in three [respondents] has had negative experiences with implementing an IT system in the past and is wary of new software solutions as a result,” suggested the survey of 100 automotive logistics providers.
Swisslog to deploy CarryPick storage and picking solution at Von Maur’s facility
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 10, 2018
LBR Staff Writer. Published 11 April 2018. Swisslog Logistics Automation has secured an order to deploy CarryPick automated storage and picking system at Von Maur’s e-commerce fulfillment center in Davenport, Iowa. Von Maur is a department store chain, which operates 32 stores in 15 US states, including Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma and Wisconsin.
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