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How to Assess Transportation Network Challenges

MercuryGate

Transportation network managers need to shift from a reactive, operational approach to a more predictive method of shipping management. The old and outdated process weakens the network and exposes the supply chain to external and internal risks. Instead, transportation and shipping managers must pursue assessments more strategically and proactively.

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How to Successfully Hire & Retain Order Fulfillment Associates

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Warehousing and distribution operations often have difficulties hiring and retaining order fulfillment associates. A logistics labor shortage and record low unemployment in the years leading up to the pandemic haven’t made recruiting and retention easy for fulfillment centers.

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What is digitization in tender management?

Shipsta

Digitization in tender management is a concept that is becoming increasingly relevant to carriers and freight forwarders. By eliminating all the onerous and antiquated processes in tender management (such as spreadsheets with complex rate structures and hundreds of shipping lanes) and replacing them with digital technologies, carriers can benefit from massive efficiency gains and reallocate resources to higher-value tasks.

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Roadcheck's not just focused on hours this year: Keep those lights in good working order to pass inspection

Overdrive Online

Here are the top 15 states when it comes a propensity to issue lights-related violations. And data also point to the both 2021 Roadcheck enforcement-emphasis areas in Georgia, Vermont and Nevada.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

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?

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What is a freight calculator and how do carriers, brokers and shippers use calculators

FreightWaves SONAR

As part of the shipping process , load and delivery management metrics must be developed for each company and at times each load or shipment. Managers can calculate freight rate charge estimates to see what needs to be passed on to customers and what needs to be made up for elsewhere in the supply chain. Freight calculators can also help with budgeting to ensure suppliers, drivers, employees, and third-party members are all covered.

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FedEx rolls out $2 billion plan focused on having carbon-neutral operations by 2040

Logistics Management

Memphis-based global freight transportation and logistics services provider FedEx announced this week it is making a $2 billion investment in order to have carbon-neutral operations by 2040, which it said will be focused on by initial investments in vehicle electrification, sustainable energy, and carbon sequestration.

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‘Life Is Short: Enjoy the Ride!’ A tribute to a father who did

Overdrive Online

Remembering Anthony Scott Townley Sr.: "Whether it was food, hospital supplies, oil or gas, my dad hauled it all. His life made a difference in this world, and it’s not just him but the many truck drivers who have decided that the road is their home.".

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The Business Impact of DOT Violations

United World Transporation

The United States Department of Transport (USDOT or DOT) is responsible for regulating the entire transportation industry. The branch that’s responsible for the trucking industry is called The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The FMCSA is responsible for enforcing DOT regulations on everything from vehicle maintenance to driver behavior.

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From Nurses to Chips and Containers, U.S. Sees Shortages Abound

Supply Chain Brain

The Federal Reserve is seeing a lot more shortages across the U.S. economy, in ways that might be construed as early warning signs of inflation if they persist.

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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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Nebraska Looks to Capitalize on RNG Initiative

NGT News

Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird has completed a project to use the biogas from a Lincoln, Neb., wastewater facility to produce vehicle fuel. The Lincoln Transportation and Utilities Department (LTU) began the biogas sustainability initiative at the Theresa Street Water Resource Recovery Facility in 2017. “This sustainability initiative is a major accomplishment for the city as […].

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Annual Roadcheck Inspection: Focus on Lighting and HOS

Freight Center

It’s that time of year again—the Annual Roadcheck Inspection! As you may have guessed, shipping delays often arise during these inspection periods and capacity could be tighter. Shippers and carriers alike should be aware of what this means for their transits during this time. Find out what the Annual Roadcheck Inspection could mean for you and what you can do to prepare early.

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Clean Energy, Total Form Joint Venture to Expand RNG Production, Infrastructure

NGT News

Clean Energy Fuels Corp., a provider of RNG for the transportation market, and its largest shareholder, Total SE, have formed a 50/50 joint venture (JV) to develop carbon-negative renewable natural gas (RNG) production facilities in the U.S., as well as credit support to build additional downstream RNG fueling infrastructure. The initial firm commitment is $100 […].

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Shipping demand management: why enterprise shippers need in-depth insights

FreightWaves SONAR

Truckload freight and transportation costs make up a large part of most logistical spending for shipping companies across the country. With surges in fuel costs and new fees, taxes and expenses levied on every load, budgeting needs only continue to increase. That’s even more true since transportation capacity, indicated by LMI.TPCP, is at 46.34, well below prior years’ averages in the above image.

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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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Why smart e-bike retailers consider lithium battery training a growth strategy

LabelMaster

E-bikes started as a trend, quickly became a mainstream movement, and are well on their way to becoming a revolution. They’re also a major story for the Dangerous Goods community, because e-bikes are powered by large format lithium batteries. These rechargeable batteries are fully regulated hazmat, since they carry a small but significant risk of. The post Why smart e-bike retailers consider lithium battery training a growth strategy appeared first on Labelmaster Blog.

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The Semiconductor Shortage: Five Steps to Ensuring Supply-Chain Resilience

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain failures continue to make news. What can third-party risk-management programs do to ensure that their vendors are resilient to continuing change?

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Leveraging reverse logistics is key to profits this year

Logistics Management

With the ongoing growth of e-commerce, the volume of returned inventory continues to rise for supply chain managers in a variety of industry sectors. Finding warehousing space for this flood of goods will be a major challenge, say analysts.

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Lipid Suppliers Are the Unsung Heroes of the Vaccine Revolution

Supply Chain Brain

Lipids catapulted toward the top of the world’s health-care priority list because the COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer, Moderna and others can’t do their job without them.

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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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Preliminary North American Class 8 orders post strong annual gains in February

Logistics Management

FTR reported that preliminary February North American Class 8 orders—at 44,000 units—was up 3% compared to January and up 209% annually, and ACT Research reported that February preliminary North American Class 8 net orders came in at 43,800 units, for a 4% increase compared to January’s 42,200 units and a 212% annual gain.

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How Bundling 3PL Services Can Build Stronger Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

The pandemic has exposed weaknesses in global supply chains, and proved that bundling logistics services can effectively thwart delays and overcome unforeseen challenges.

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Costly mismatch between supply and demand? Take our quiz for chemical companies and find ways to improve

AIMMS

Most chemical companies think they have a high sales and operation planning (S&OP) maturity, but do they really? Join us in testing the market! We thank our partners at ORTEC and especially Chemometrics specialist Bas Groothuis for co-developing this content. Cross-functional alignment is a complex challenge for chemical companies. Does this sound familiar to you?

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The Evolution and Future of Retail Curbside Delivery

Supply Chain Brain

Curbside delivery, along with other omnichannel strategies, will have a lasting impact on the shopping journey for the foreseeable future.

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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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Selecting new software for supply chain network design doesn’t have to be a hassle

AIMMS

When it comes to network design, you can’t just set it and forget it anymore. Today’s successful supply chain networks are adaptable. They react swiftly to changing business conditions and customer needs. They scale quickly when there’s opportunity for growth. But network design as a discipline is complex and most organizations struggle to answer network design questions or test hypotheses in weeks.

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Women Overcoming The Hidden Barrier Of Gender

Blue Grace Logistics

When you think of a supply chain engineer, VP of logistics operations, truck driver or director of carrier sales what image pops into your head? Your immediate reaction might include a middle-aged man and there’s numbers to back your reaction up. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , 46.8% of the current US workforce are women, and that number drops to 24.6% in the transportation and warehousing industry.

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AR, VR, and eCommerce

Ship Monk

Jetpacks, flying cars, oh my! The future is knocking on our door, and it’s about time we let it in. While we can’t really speak on the jetpacks and flying cars (it’s top secret!), we can talk about a couple of futuristic innovations that are rocking the socks off eCommerce: AR, or augmented reality, and VR, or virtual reality. Whether you’re a business owner or an avid shopper, staying on top of trends is probably high up on your list of priorities, which is why we’re giving you the 411 on AR, V

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To Manage Critical Oxygen Supply, ERP Tech Offers a Better Way

Supply Chain Brain

Last year saw a number of oxygen supply shortages around the world. Here's how we can prevent them in the future.

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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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How to Improve Inventory Turnover with Inventory Optimization

EazyStock

How to Increase Inventory Turnover with Inventory Optimization. The concept of inventory optimization helps many businesses improve their inventory turnover – without damaging stock availability. This post will explain how, but first, let’s deal with a few simple definitions. The Importance of Improving your Inventory Turnover. Many stock-holding businesses have a significant amount of working capital invested in inventory sitting in their warehouse.

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CDC's COVID-19 Vaccine Toolkit for Your Essential Workers

Women in Trucking

Essential workers perform duties across critical infrastructure sectors and maintain the services and functions that U.S. residents depend on daily. These include healthcare workers, police officers, professional drivers and more. As some essential workers across the nation are starting to receive vaccines to help protect them against COVID-19, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has provided a toolkit to help employers educate their essential workers about this important new pre

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project44 Acquires Ocean Insights

Logistics Business Magazine

project44 , a global leader in supply chain visibility, has announced it has acquired Ocean Insights , solutions provider for ocean freight intelligence. On the heels of massive customer and revenue growth in 2020 , project44 acquires Ocean Insights to expand its ocean solution by adding the broadest container tracking capabilities in the market, as well as one-of-a-kind sailing schedule and ocean analytics products.