20Cube Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

December 17th, 1903 is a milestone in human civilization. It was on this date that the Wright brothers made their first flight, marking the victory march for a mode of conveyance that is still looked upto as agile, luxurious and is a hallmark of aspirations and status symbol. Air travel is not only convenient for traveling a long distance in a short span of time, but it is also the one-stop solution in the supply chain industry for the swiftness in operations it offers.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The True Cost of OTIF Failure with Andrew Lynch. Andrew Lynch and Joe Lynch discuss the true cost of OTIF failure. OTIF means on time and in full , where the customer receives the completed order when they wanted it and, in the quantity, ordered. OTIF is a key supply chain metric. It is generally calculated as a percentage of total deliveries that were complete and on time.

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NGT News

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Hexagon Purus has signed a long-term binding letter of intent (LOI) with Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S. Inc. Hexagon Purus will provide battery packs for multiple Hino truck platforms with serial production planned from 2024. The total sales value over the life of the agreement is estimated at $1 billion. Already a development partner in Hino’s […].

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Inventory Management vs. Warehouse Management. Original article: Inventory Management vs. Warehouse Management. With the strong interest in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) in an era of ever growing complexities in order fulfillment, companies – especially for executives outside the supply chain – often ask what the differences are between a WMS and IMS – an Inventory Management System.

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Advertiser: GEP

Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Another week, another list of funding rounds and acquisitions in the supply chain and logistics realm. Descartes, Flexport, Körber, Bringg, and Maersk (among others) are on the list this week. Also, it’s another week of unhappy truckers protesting in Canada (and, maybe, soon in the U.S. too). Yesterday’s “unsung heroes of the pandemic” are now. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (February 11, 2022).

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Conger

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

This article has everything you need to know about forklift data plates, including: What a data plate is. Why they’re important. What is included on them. How to read a forklift data plate. Let's get started! Table of Contents. What Is a Forklift Data Plate? Where Is the Forklift Data Plate? Why Is the Data Plate Important? Can You Operate a Forklift Without a Data Plate?

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Trimble

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

In the first part of our series on CoPilot, we examined the importance of providing commercial-grade navigation solutions to commercial fleets and trucks. In part two, we examine some of the less obvious—but still vital—features that can be used by the back office via our companion web tools to enhance the CoPilot experience, and which help commercial transport and logistics companies and their drivers operate even more efficiently.

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The Logistics Academy

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The post Here is what our TLA Graduates’ Supervisors observed about their team members after they have completed TLA Diploma training … appeared first on The Logistics Academy.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

SEC Storage has partnered with a leading UK Vertical Farming specialist CambridgeHOK for the launch of a new ‘concept to completion’ package, providing investors and retailers with their own fully automated indoor growing facilities. Supply chain issues caused by Brexit and a global pandemic combined with a growing population, estimated by the Office of National Statistics to be 72 million by 2041 in the UK alone, has directed the spotlight on alternative methods for more local, sustainable food

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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.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

How to Improve Exception Management with End-to-End Supply Chain Visibility. Original article: How to Improve Exception Management with End-to-End Supply Chain Visibility. It’s not a matter of if disruptions will occur in the supply chain, it’s only a matter of time until the unexpected strikes and creates an exception. An exception does not necessarily guarantee a late delivery; it simply means a roadblock or challenge has arisen that requires immediate attention.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

ek robotics has continued its support of the local Royal Latin School by donating 10 Chromebook laptops to support students with their learning and education. Based in Buckingham, UK just a stone’s throw from the Royal Latin School, ek robotics previously made a significant donation to the school to get the ek robotics Sports Campus project over the line. ek robotics has also made funds available to set up a robotics club at the school to further enhance learning developments in this area.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Cost of Warehouse Management System Software. Original article: Cost of Warehouse Management System Software. There are many drivers for companies looking for new warehouse management system, WMS software or even a new 3pl warehouse management system. They include: You Have a New Facility : Each new distribution center opened offers opportunities to rethink current warehouse software systems.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Leading robotics and automation company, RMGroup , has supplied one of its industry-leading bulk bagging systems, a BB-400, to building materials supplier Tippers. As an existing customer, the new equipment supplements Tippers’ existing BB-400 bulk bagging and form fill & seal vertical packaging system, and comes as a result of increases in demand for virgin and decorative aggregates across Tippers’ branches throughout the Midlands region.

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Advertiser: GEP

Generative AI goes beyond just automating tasks and providing real-time answers. Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? In this whitepaper — Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes With the Power of Generative AI — experts reveal how the strategic application of generative AI within procurement processes is paving the way for groundbreaking improvements.

Optimal Sourcing

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Key Challenges in Fresh Grocery & Supermarket Supply Chains. Original article: Key Challenges in Fresh Grocery & Supermarket Supply Chains. Grocery retail supply chains have known a not-so-subtle secret for a number of years now: fresh is in. Health-conscious consumers have always had an insatiable appetite for fresh meats and seafood, right-from-grove/garden fruits and vegetables, dairy, cheese, and straight-from-the-oven bakery.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Outrider , a pioneer in autonomous yard operations for logistics hubs, has released fully autonomous trailer backing capabilities to its fleet. This proprietary technology enables autonomous yard trucks to back trailers into tight spaces with precision and without modifications to trailers. These capabilities are now available as part of the Outrider System, which automates distribution yards for large, logistics-dependent enterprises.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The Detroit News. Breana Noble, Hayley Harding and Riley Beggin, Reporters. February 09, 2022. Detroit — A blockade of the Ambassador Bridge by Canadian truckers opposing COVID-19 vaccination mandates in their country already is resulting in manufacturing disruptions that experts say could worsen and result in layoffs if the traffic delays between Michigan and Ontario continue.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Trax Technologies has entered into a strategic partnership with project44, a world-leading supply chain visibility platform for shippers and logistics service providers. Trax Technologies is a global leader in Transportation Spend Management elevating freight audit and payment (FAP) through advanced technologies and premium solutions for global shippers and Logistics Service Providers with complex transportation logistics ecosystems. project44, based in Chicago Illinois, is the most advanced, i

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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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Conger

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Wondering “what is a pallet jack”? Then you're in the right place. Because this article explains everything you need to know about them, including: What pallet jacks are. The different types of pallet jacks. How to use a pallet jack. And much more! Let’s dive in! Table of Contents. What Is a Pallet Jack? What Is the Difference Between a Forklift and a Pallet Jack?

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The February 2022 edition of Logistics Business magazine is live! As well as opinion from industry leaders about what they believe lies ahead in 2022, our exclusive features and interviews will inform you about the major issues of the moment. Topics covered this issue include freeports, IR35 legislation, order picking, warehouse automation, logistics IT, new forklift launches, and much more. 84 pages of a truly international magazine covering the global logistics industry.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

For more than a week, some Canadian truckers have protested vaccine requirements in Canada’s capital, Ottawa, by blockading key routes in the city and refusing to leave. Now, the protests are blocking key U.S.-Canada border crossings in several locations – a development that is affecting U.S. auto maker operations. Canadian trucker protests have blocked key supply chain routes for U.S. automakers.

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Conger

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

This article explains everything you need to know about reach trucks vs. forklifts. In it, you'll learn: How reach trucks and forklifts are related. What applications reach trucks and other forklifts are best for. How to drive a reach truck. And much more! Let's dive in! Table of Contents. What Is a Reach Truck? Types of Reach Trucks. What Is the Difference Between a Reach Truck and Counterbalance Forklift?

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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.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Super Bowl weekend is finally here. And while I have no vested interest in the game, I am certainly looking forward it. And from the sounds of it, more people are looking forward to it this year than last year. Maybe it’s because Tom Brady isn’t playing. Maybe it’s because people want to see an underdog bring victory to Cincinnati. Or maybe it’s just because people want to return to some sense of normalcy and have a good old-fashioned Super Bowl party.

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