Thu.May 12, 2022

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Facilities Are a Critical Part of the Enterprise Supply Chain Tech Stack. It’s Time to Start Managing Them That Way

Logistics Viewpoints

Amidst ongoing uncertainty caused by COVID-19 lockdowns in Asia, war in Europe, scarce raw materials and steep inflation, companies are stockpiling inventory as never before in the hopes of mitigating future supply chain shocks. As a result, warehouse space is scarce and rents are on the rise – a trend that could continue “for at least another two years,” according to a recent report from commercial real estate services firm JLL Inc.

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U.S., EU Plan to Pledge Supply Chain Cooperation to Counter Russia

Supply Chain Brain

The U.S. and European Union plan to keep addressing supply chain and other disruptions as they project a unified front against Russia when high-level officials meet starting Sunday to discuss cooperation on trade and technology issues in Paris.

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Supply Chain Growth in a Challenging Market: A Conversation with Weber’s CFO, Maggie Movius

West Coast and California Logistics

Weber Logistics’ CFO Maggie Movius has been busy. She’s navigated a worldwide pandemic, a partnership between Weber and Stellex Capital Management, and a doubling of Weber’s warehousing footprint in California – all within the past two years. In this article, we interview Maggie to discuss these topics, as well as the company’s ability to continue its growth in the face of marketplace challenges.

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From Disorderly Data to Supply Chain Insights: A Five-Step Plan

Supply Chain Brain

In recent years, companies have heavily invested in tools to collect and create new data sets. Yet they continue to face challenges in translating that data into valuable business insights that lead to supply chain improvements.

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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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Truckers mostly filling up on profits in ‘feast or famine’ oilfield trucking niche, through typical market uncertainty

Overdrive Online

The oilfield segment of trucking is as diverse as the trucking industry itself. With flatbeds hauling equipment, liquid bulk tankers hauling water and crude, pneumatic tanks hauling frac sand and more, opportunities in oilfield abound.

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DHL Places Order for Volvo Electric Trucks

NGT News

Deutsche Post DHL Group intends to intensify its transition to heavy electric trucks by deploying a total of 44 new electric Volvo Trucks vehicles on routes in Europe. The intended order includes 40 electric trucks of the model Volvo FE and Volvo FL, to be used for package deliveries in urban transports. Electric trucks for […]. The post DHL Places Order for Volvo Electric Trucks appeared first on NGT News.

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The 8 Standard Types of “Bill of Lading” Documents

ShipLilly

wholesale, logistic business and people concept – manual worker and businessman with clipboards at warehouse explain a bill of lading document. When You Should Use Them. The bill of lading (BoL) is an important document in the shipping industry to better understand its meaning and implications for operations. There are different categories of bill of lading, with each being used in specific situations for specific functions.

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Generac Grid’s Geotab GO EV Charging Offering Empowers Utilities, EV Owners

NGT News

Generac Grid Services, a subsidiary of Generac Power Systems, a designer and manufacturer of energy technology solutions and other power products, has unveiled new electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions for utilities and EV owners. The offering, aimed at addressing the demands of utilities, uses Geotab telematics solutions to empower EV owners of most makes and […].

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Watch: AGVs: Are They Right for Your Warehouse?

Supply Chain Brain

Nicola Tomatis, chief executive officer of BlueBotics, discusses interoperability of AGVs and things to consider before investing in automated vehicles.

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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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Oilfield hauling: Strategies to mitigate maintenance costs, high given on-/off-road nature of much of the work

Overdrive Online

“We’re constantly beating. the truck": From additional wear and tear on tires and suspensions to the truck's cab itself, costs for maintaining equipment working the oilfields trend a great deal higher than in other mostly on-highway trucking segments.

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Allison, Xos Partner on e-Axle Development for Heavy-Duty EVs

NGT News

Xos Inc. and Allison Transmission Inc. are jointly developing heavy-duty Class 7 and 8 commercial electric vehicles (EV). Allison has delivered the initial eGen Power e-Axle hardware for integration, validation and testing in heavy-duty vehicle platforms that are designed and built by Xos. Allison will deliver additional eGen Power 100S and 100D units to Xos […].

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How to jumpstart a career trucking in oilfield services

Overdrive Online

Breaking into the oilfield business as an independent or small fleet without any prior experience as an operator isn’t an easy task. Here find insight from the pros on setting yourself up for success.

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DOT Week Focuses On Wheel Ends in 2022

Blue Grace Logistics

DOT week, also known as International Roadcheck week or DOT Blitz, is a program created by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) which will deploy inspectors across North America to ensure that commercial vehicles and their drivers are upholding the set safety standards. Every year, the CVSA chooses a focus for their inspections, typically based on the past year’s violations.

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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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Quick Step-by-Step Guide to Filing FedEx Claims

TransAudit

If FedEx is late delivering your shipment to your customer, you may be eligible for a refund through the FedEx claims process. Backed by the FedEx money-back guarantee, the carrier will refund the entire shipping costs whenever your package is delivered later than the committed time. While this promise may have been suspended during COVID-19’s height, it was reinstated on April 6, 2021, for US import/export and US Domestic shipments.

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Is There Ever a Good Time for Ecommerce Brands to Switch 3PLs?

Ship Monk

The short answer is yes—the minute you realize your current fulfillment provider is holding you back. Your fulfillment operations are one of your largest line-item costs, and their smooth operation is critical to your business. Putting off the switch from a faltering operation could cost you more in the long run. But we all know it’s a little more complicated than flipping a switch.

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The Weekly Freight Report for May 12th, 2022

FLS Transport

The Top Headlines in Freight, Transportation, & Logistics from FLS Transport. The FLS Weekly Freight Report covers the week’s top news in logistics, transportation, shipping, and freight. This week’s report covers safety improvements for commercial trucks, soaring diesel prices, port dockworker negotiations, fuel-saving technology for trucks, and the food supply chain providing hunger relief aid.

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Supply Chain Cyber Security in 2022: Shipper Risks Are Increasing

MercuryGate

Shippers continually deal with unprecedented disruptions, including the effects of the global pandemic that are still rocking most market and industry niches. In addition, shippers face heightened threats to supply chain cyber security. The post Supply Chain Cyber Security in 2022: Shipper Risks Are Increasing appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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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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Looking for a North Carolina Warehouse to Rent? Turn to a 3PL

Kanban Logistics

If your company is looking for a North Carolina warehouse to rent, you may be surprised to find ultra-low vacancy rates and stiff competition for availability. While these market characteristics are traditionally more common in places like New York and New Jersey as well as California’s Inland Empire, they now exist here in the Tar Heel State. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at warehousing availability within the state and how a 3PL can help.

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Ocean Shipping is a Mess, and We Need to Fix It

I.C.E. Transport

Who out there remembers the Liner Conference System ? The system allowed two or more ocean shipping companies to provide scheduled cargo service on a particular trade route under uniform rates and common terms. On 18 October 2008, European Commission’s Directorate General for Competition (DG Comp) Regulation 4056 was repealed, effectively bringing an end to the 125-year conference history.

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The story of LogiNext’s employee #1, Manish Porwal

Loginext

Picking LogiNext over Barclays: The story of LogiNext’s employee #1, Manish Porwal This article is a part of the #WeAreLogiNext series of articles where we focus on people’s journeys that power the company. There’s an old saying: When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. Manish’s story at LogiNext is of determination, perseverance, and […].

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Michelin launches UK fleet management brand

Logistics Business Magazine

Michelin used the occasion of ITT Hub at Farnborough to launch Michelin Connected Fleet in the UK, its new brand bringing together all the fleet management services and solutions of the Michelin Group under one banner. It also presented a new suite of connected solutions for HGV fleets, intended to give hauliers and own-account operators a complete, real-time vision of the way in which their trucks and trailers are utilised.

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GEP Outlook Report 2024

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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Kodiak Robotics demos 'driverless' fallback system

Commercial Carrier Journal

The Kodiak Driver fallback plan safely pulls the truck over to the side of the road.

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CVSA International Roadcheck Inspections to Focus on Wheel Ends

Penske Move Ahead

Commercial motor vehicle inspectors will be out in force May 17-19 across North America as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) International Roadcheck. This year’s focus is on wheel ends. International Roadcheck is a 72-hour inspection and enforcement initiative where commercial vehicle inspectors in Canada, Mexico and the U.S. conduct North American Standard Inspections of vehicles and drivers at weight or inspection stations, at designated fixed locations or as part of rovi

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Biden Under Fire for FDA’s Delay in Fixing Baby Formula Shortage

Supply Chain Brain

The White House raced Thursday to show it’s trying to ease a national baby formula shortage, as Republicans showered criticism on President Biden for a crisis that has left frantic parents scouring store shelves to feed their children.

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