Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Blame the glitches in rolling out COVID-19 vaccines on any number of factors, but is there a quick solution to the obstacles encountered on the distribution end?
FreightWaves SONAR
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Editorial credit: mundissima / Shutterstock.com. Just in case you have been living under a rock for the past week, here is a quick synopsis of what went down on Wall Street. GameStop, a company composed of brick and mortar stores across the country, is in a death spiral similar to the one that Blockbuster traveled on its way to extinction. Many hedge funds on Wall Street saw this and so they shorted the stock , which in layman’s terms means that they bet that the GameStop ship is going dow
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Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Risk management is mandatory for any company that seeks to ensure continuity and achieve long-term success.
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Rail carloads—at 930,303—were off 2.1%, or 19,799 carloads, annually, and intermodal containers and trailers—at 1,173,220—were up 12.1%, or 126,548 units.
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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?
Overdrive Online
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
What's behind an apparent uptick in roadside violations and citations? In this month's Trucking Law segment, attorney Brad Klepper says it might be due to more tense interactions between drivers and officers. Here's his advice on what to avoid.
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Overdrive Online
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Each of the independent truck stops profiled in this funny, moving southbound podcast caper claim to be the first to have advertised the special on the CB decades ago. Also: A new build in this custom-restored rig with Dustbusters in Wyoming.
Logistics Business Magazine
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
OCP Répartition is the leading pharmaceutical distributor in France dispatching over 2 million boxes of medicines and personal care products every day in over 44 establishments. A long-time client of Fives for several decades, OCP Répartition previously called on the technical expertise of the Fives Upgrade teams in early 2019, as part of a project to retrofit a platform based in Montpellier.
NGT News
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Construction is underway on a new FirstEnergy Corp. transmission substation in Trumbull County, Ohio, to support the energy demands of the area’s rapidly expanding electric vehicle (EV) industry. The new transmission infrastructure, which includes the construction of a short, high-voltage line along with the substation, will provide electric service to Ultium Cells LLC – an […].
PLS Logistics
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Reverse logistics management became increasingly difficult during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn 3 ways to manage your reverse logistics in the age of returns.
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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.
Mazars Ledger
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Luxury brands have long been known for their ability to control how their products are presented and sold. However, the… The post 5 Ways 2020 Has Remade the Luxury Industry appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
DB Schenker, a global logistics service provider, has recently announced the launch of a new logistics center in Shannon, Ireland.
Logistics Business Magazine
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
A surge in online shopping during lockdown has proved to be a shot in the arm for retail storage solutions. Racking and shelving specialist, Stanley , which has seen demand for storage solutions jump by a massive 50% in just nine months. According to the Centre for Retail Research (CRR), 2020 was the most troubled period for the UK high street in over 25 years.
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
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
I missed out on the GameStop craziness all together. I didn’t own the stock, I didn’t buy it, I didn’t sell it, I just read about it in the newspaper. I’m no richer this week than I was a week ago, but I’m certainly poorer after $2,500 in unexpected car repair bills. $2,500 spent to. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (February 5, 2021).
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
John Paxton, Chief Executive Officer at MHI, talked with Modern Materials Handling, LM's sister publication, about the upcoming virtual ProMat show
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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.
FreightWaves SONAR
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
(Graphics created by Emily Ricks) Carriers frequently find themselves frustrated when costs eat away at their profits and they have limited pricing visibility. As reported by Supply Chain Game Changer , “certainly there are many factors that can cause a company to apply intense pressure on the supply chain and other functions, to reduce their costs.
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
The Super Bowl is here, and for what seems like the yearly norm, Tom Brady is playing once again. But this time, things are different for a number of reasons. First, and most obvious, is that Brady is not playing for the Patriots. Instead, he will lead the Tampa Bay Buccaneers into battle against the Kansas City Chiefs in the 55 th modern Super Bowl.
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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