Top trucking executives say tough conditions for shippers to persist
DC Velocity
MAY 2, 2018
At NASSTRAC, executives weave narrative of tight capacity, high rates for foreseeable future.
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Roadblocks Preventing Digital Transformation in the Supply Chain
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 2, 2018
The biggest roadblocks are cultural attitudes which hinder digital transformation, as logistics professionals’ core aptitude has historically been around concrete and physical objects such as packages and vehicles.
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Real-time truck parking data aims to strengthen Midwest freight corridors
Fleet Owner
MAY 2, 2018
Eight state DOTs have created a regional system that will post truck parking availability along highways and share data with telematics apps in real time.
Cargo Chief offers freight booking software for 3PLs
DC Velocity
MAY 2, 2018
C4 and Booking Assistant products apply digital search tools and predictive analytics to capacity records.
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.
FedEx Express' first fuel cell-powered electric van rolling in Upstate NY
Fleet Owner
MAY 2, 2018
Hydrogen fuel cell maker Plug Power and electric commercial vehicle manufacturer Workhorse Group delivered FedEx Express its first fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) delivery van for on-road use.
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Hacking by any other name
Fleet Owner
MAY 2, 2018
According to Eric O’Neill, spy catcher and former FBI counter-terrorism and counterintelligence operative, there are no hackers; there are only spies. “Hacking is an evolution of espionage,” he told a group at the recent Corcentric Symposium.
NASSTRAC announces changes, Expo co-location with CSCMP starting in 2019
DC Velocity
MAY 2, 2018
NASSTRAC to shift annual spring conference to Washington, D.C., with advocacy focus.
Convoy adds instant bidding to freight-matching app
Fleet Owner
MAY 2, 2018
Convoy announced it has added a new feature to its freight-matching app called Instant Bidding, which lets carriers name their price for the load they want to haul. “Carriers understand their business better than anyone else.
Global air growth slows markedly in March; end of restock cycle to blame
DC Velocity
MAY 2, 2018
Demand slows to pace not seen in nearly two years, IATA says.
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
Green Fleet of the Year 2018: Bravo Big Brown!
Fleet Owner
MAY 2, 2018
‘Green’ goals earn UPS top honor
WMS and Warehouse Automation & Control: Complementary… and Increasingly Competitive Solutions?
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 2, 2018
Warehouse management systems (WMS) and warehouse automation systems have long been complementary technologies with adjacent and sometimes overlapping functionality sets. The relative importance of the systems to an operation depends on the activities and throughput profile of the given warehouse. Public discussions about the convergence of WMS and warehouse control systems (WCS) into what has been termed a warehouse execution system (WES) is more recent, but also not new.
Digitization in Transportation
Logistics Management
MAY 2, 2018
Companies of all sizes—and across all industries—are taking that careful "look" at their logistics operations and realizing that a digital freight marketplace is the perfect solution.
[WHITE PAPER] The Wonderful World of Managing Parcel Shipping Spend
GlobalTranz
MAY 2, 2018
Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “The Wonderful World of Managing Parcel Shipping Spend” white paper! This is a must read for those who want to reduce costs in parcel shipping and increase overall proficiency in parcel shipping spend management! Get a free copy of the white paper by filling out the form to the right.
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.
Block Chain technology in Logistics Sector
Jayem Logistics
MAY 2, 2018
Basic things people should know on Block Chain Technology: It is a relationship between consumers and suppliers without third person intervening. We can’t change data once it is posted. Each transaction is called as block and it is known by each and every person in that network. After this transaction will enter in to network chain. Each and every transaction details are stored by block chain.
Supply Chain Technology - The Cost of Starting Late
Logistics Management
MAY 2, 2018
What’s your supply chain readiness in 2018? This whitepaper shows industry survey results from adopters in supply chain management and offers insights on ROI for supply chain investment.
New products, website for LTA’s LoadMaster line
Fleet Owner
MAY 2, 2018
Distributor LTA Manufacturing announced its new website for product line LoadMaster, the fourth company it owns.
Bevel Gearbox for Electric Forklifts
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 2, 2018
ABM Greiffenberger has introduced a new bevel gearbox, the TDB230/254 Combi, for use in electric lift trucks.
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.
Apparel Brands Need for Transparency in the Supply Chain
Apparel Logistics
MAY 2, 2018
For apparel companies, the supply chain is often a long and winding journey with myriad waypoints between the cotton farms and the packaging plant. Though it's notably challenging to track the full journey of a piece of clothing, this level of transparency is becoming increasingly important. Apparel brands are finding that there are many compelling reasons to dive into their supply chain and seek out essential details at all points on the path.
Optimizing the Last Mile
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 2, 2018
CarPal Fleet is a smart, cloud-based SaaS platform that digitizes last-mile processes.
Grimaldi adds six hybrids to its fleet
Automotive Logistics
MAY 2, 2018
Shipper Grimaldi Group is to add six hybrid ro-ro vessels to enlarge and modernise its fleet. The order, valued at more than $400m, has been awarded to Chinese shipbuilder Jinling. The vessels, delivery of which is expected to start in 2020, will be able to transport more than 7,800 linear metres of rolling units – the equivalent of about 500 trailers.
Meritor CEO urges industry to prep for coming changes
Fleet Owner
MAY 2, 2018
Meritor launches Blue Horizon brand at ACT Expo to showcase electric options.
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.
WCA Awards FreightSnapAsia with Full Endorsement
Logistics Manager
MAY 2, 2018
FreightSnapAsia Ltd. recently signed an exclusive manufacturing and distribution agreement with WCA for the official endorsement of FreightSnapAsia who is the official distributor of FreightSnap products throughout Asia. CEO of FreightSnap , Michael Eichenberg said, “We are very excited about WCA supporting our exclusive distributor throughout Asia as this will bring us closer to the worldwide membership of WCA as well as endorse our products within the group,”.
'It's Like a Robot Playground': The Cities Welcoming Self-Driving Delivery Droids
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 2, 2018
“STOP, in the name of love!” a man sings at the machine, palm outstretched, jumping back in mock alarm. “What the hell is that?” It is a self-driving delivery robot, and it is also a conversation starter — a unit of rounded plastic about the size of a mini-fridge, sending ripples through the streets near Borough station, where Starship Technologies has its business headquarters.
DB Schenker Builds Second Dubai Logistics Center
Logistics Manager
MAY 2, 2018
German Logistics Giant DB Schenker recently announced they will build their second logistics center in UAE city of Dubai. The new facility will be built next to the world’s largest airport, Al Maktoum International Airport. His Excellency Khalifa Al Zaffin, Executive Chairman Dubai Aviation City Corporation, was in attendance for the auspicious groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of this new state-of-the-art logistics center.
Block Chain technology in Logistics Sector
Jayem Logistics
MAY 2, 2018
Basic things people should know on Block Chain Technology: It is a relationship between consumers and suppliers without third person intervening. We can’t change data once it is posted. Each transaction is called as block and it is known by each and every person in that network. After this transaction will enter in to network chain. Each and every transaction details are stored by block chain.
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
Leipzig Halle Airport Sets New Cargo Record for March
Airfreight Logistics
MAY 2, 2018
German airport Leipzig Halle handled approximately 298,532 tonnes of air cargo for the period of January to March, the airport is Europe’s fifth-largest cargo and has seen a growth of 12.3 percent compared to the same period in 2017. The airport set a new monthly record in March with 107,428 tonnes passing through, this was the highest total for March since the company’s inception.
NACFE: Advancing battery technology boosts outlook for electric commercial vehicles
Fleet Owner
MAY 2, 2018
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Boeing HorizonX Invests in Morf3D
Airfreight Logistics
MAY 2, 2018
The Boeing Company recently announced they had made a substantial investment in Morf3D , a company that specializes in metal-based additive engineering and manufacturing. The company Morf3D based in El Segundo, California design and create technology that builds stronger and lighter 3D-printed parts for the aerospace sector. The company was established in 2015 and since then has produced 3D-printed aluminum and titanium and parts components for Boeing helicopters and satellites.
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