Now, That's Logistics

APRIL 13, 2021

E-Commerce sales in the U.S. spiked by 44% in 2020, driven mostly by consumers who spent over $861 billion shopping from the safety and comfort of their own homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Digital Commerce 360 , this represented the highest jump in yearly U.S. E-Commerce growth in at least 20 years. It’s also about three times the prior year’s 15.1% increase in E-Commerce sales.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 13, 2021

Beyond Cost Per Load with Felipe Capella. Felipe Capella and Joe Lynch discuss beyond cost per load. Felipe believes that while cost per load will continue to be important, savvy shippers will look for 3PLs who use technology and people to bring additional value to the shipping function. About Felipe Capella. Felipe Capella is President, COO and Co-founder of Loadsmart , a leading digital freight technology company.

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Logistics Management

APRIL 13, 2021

CP and KCS also recently noted that many of the supporters of this deal have called upon the STB “to review the transaction as swiftly as possible so the systems could be integrated and the end-to-end benefits of this combination can be realized for the benefit of all stakeholders,” with the statements and letters filed with the STB.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 13, 2021

The auto industry, which has long relied on just-in-time manufacturing to reduce costs, is finding it has limited flexibility to deal with supply-chain disturbances wrought by the pandemic.

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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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NGT News

APRIL 13, 2021

Capital Transit has added a battery-electric bus to its fleet. This is the first electric bus owned and operated by a public transit agency in Alaska. “The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) is committed to bringing clean public transportation to its ridership and the community,” says Katie Koester, public works and engineering director of […]. The post Capital Transit Unveils Alaska’s First Battery-Electric Bus appeared first on NGT News.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 13, 2021

With the proper use of data and freight analytics , contract procurement and securing capacity can be enhanced. The incredible insights that accurate data has to offer combats volatility and unearths a clear understanding of what’s actually happening in the market. Those are the founding principles behind SONAR SCI Lane Acuity. This is also the basis for what everyone seeks – data-driven information that helps solve disruptions in the supply chain, resulting in the best-informed decisions possib

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 13, 2021

President Biden told companies vying with each other for a sharply constrained global supply of semiconductors that he has bipartisan support for government funding to address a shortage that has idled automakers worldwide.

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Logistics Management

APRIL 13, 2021

IoT need not be approached as a bespoke project, as evidenced by ProMat DX sponsors offering solutions with IoT connectivity and cloud analytics capability built in

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 13, 2021

If you’re involved in supply-chain management, chances are you’re revisiting some of your continuity plans to shore up possible vulnerabilities.

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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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GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2021

Supply chain disruption is a fact of life for every company that moves any type of product. There won’t be a new normal, just new sources of disruption, from weather to government policies to industry conditions. Don’t expect to plan for every disruption; instead, develop a strategy to overcome supply chain disruption, regardless of the source. Supply chain resiliency is the ability to adapt to and overcome challenges to allow your company to continue to serve customers at the highest possible l

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 13, 2021

CEVA Logistics, a global provider of 3PL, has announced its involvement as an inaugural participant in United Airlines’ Eco-Skies Alliance, a program involving corporations working with the airline to power future sustainable travel and transportation.

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Logistics Management

APRIL 13, 2021

Falling 1.5 cents, this week’s national average came in at $3.129, following a 1.70-cent decrease, to $3.144, for the week of April 5, and a 3.3-cent decrease, to $3.161, for the week of March 29.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 13, 2021

Almost every business with employees has to handle the course of workers’ compensation, an insurance that covers medical expenses and a portion of lost wages for employees who become injured or ill on the job. And one of the questions employers want to ask is, “How do I find an excellent broker”? Keep in mind, workers’ comp insurance protects not only your employees but your business too.

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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.

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NGT News

APRIL 13, 2021

Cummins Inc., a corporation of business segments that design, manufacture, distribute and service power solutions, and Tula Technology Inc., a company that specializes in propulsion efficiency, have unveiled the results of their collaborative study on the effectiveness of Tula’s diesel Dynamic Skip Fire (dDSF) in reducing nitrogen oxides (NOx) and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions on […].

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GoShip Blog

APRIL 13, 2021

What is end-to-end visibility in the supply chain? Supply chain visibility means having access to all processes and products involved in the supply chain. It includes transparency and real-time visibility into shipments, inventory, transactions, operations, payments, etc. Generally, supply chain visibility is the ability to track and trace everything that goes on in the supply chain from manufacturing to the end customer.

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NGT News

APRIL 13, 2021

Proterra Inc., a company that specializes in commercial vehicle electrification technology, has been selected by the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services as a vendor to supply zero-emission battery-electric transit buses and charging infrastructure under the state’s regional cooperative purchasing contract. Proterra was chosen to help streamline local transit agencies’ access to vehicles that best […].

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Freight Center

APRIL 13, 2021

It’s been the talk of the town lately, and that includes in the freight shipping community. We’re talking, of course, about the COVID vaccine. The cold chain has been heavily impacted by the shipping of the COVID vaccine because of its temperature-sensitive shipping requirements. With millions upon millions of doses shipped out and more on the way, how has this impacted the cold chain and the supply chain as a whole, and how could it impact your business shipping needs?

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 13, 2021

The U.S. doesn’t need Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine, but the rest of the world could be in trouble.

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Logistics Management

APRIL 13, 2021

The company said that the objective of this educational offering, which kicked off this month, is to provide convenient, self-paced learning that provides live access to industry experts. And it added that it is comprised of weekly live seminar sessions, for shippers, 3PLs, carriers, freight forwarders, and future supply chain leaders.

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LandLink

APRIL 13, 2021

We have written about the emerging technologies affecting worldwide business and financial transactions for years now. Increasing technology innovations are making big waves across industries. Logistics and the supply chain may be one of the most impacted sectors. Notorious for its heavy use of manual processes and large amounts of data stored in different ways and in different places, the logistics industry has perhaps the most to gain from implementing new technologies and following the most i

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 13, 2021

SEC Storage has designed and installed a highly efficient pick and pallet racking storage solution at Midlands-based Nero Pipeline Connections, ensuring improved pick operations through swift replenishment of stock held in the additional pallet locations. Nero Pipeline Connections is a market-leading distributor of stainless pipeline products and has been specialising in the supply of high-quality pipe fittings and valves for over 30 years, with a broad portfolio of products suitable for commerc

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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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Magaya

APRIL 13, 2021

Faced with massive market disruptions and rapidly-changing consumer expectations, visibility has become one of the biggest supply chain management buzzwords in recent times. The theory: if companies could capitalize on visibility, then substantively increased value was also within reach.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 13, 2021

Food and drink logistics specialist, Culina Group , has expanded its UK fleet with 127 new trailers from Schmitz Cargobull for use across three of its major brands. The additions for Fowler Welch, Morgan McLernon and Warrens Group, join a 2,500-strong fleet and include a mix of box body semi-trailers and S.KO COOL mono-temperature reefers. Mark Matkin, Group Fleet Director for Culina Group, says: “Our relationship with Schmitz Cargobull spans over 20 years and we can always rely on the outstandi

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MercuryGate

APRIL 13, 2021

Building a successful transportation management system vendor list presents a seemingly tricky challenge. The many different benefits and drawbacks of the multiple TMS solutions available can complicate the RFP process. However, through implementing a working comparison chart, businesses in the over-the-road trucking industry can establish a successful TMS vendor list.

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Overdrive Online

APRIL 13, 2021

After seeing diesel costs rise steadily since fall, more than half of Overdrive survey respondents with operating authority expect their biggest percentage cost increase this year to come from fuel.

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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

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 13, 2021

The much-anticipated FLTA Awards for Excellence was streamed live on Saturday 10th April to reveal who would finally be crowned winners. Having been twice postponed due to the pandemic, the event was taken online – a first for the FLTA in its history of holding the Awards. Audiences tuned in for an evening of cocktails and celebrations, hosted by compere Rebecca Mordan.

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Forto

APRIL 13, 2021

Die vermögensrechtliche Abwicklung einer Havarie in der Schifffahrt ist durch das Law of General Average geregelt. Die Havarie der Ever Given hat das Prinzip der Gefahrengemeinschaft in der Seefracht ins Rampenlicht gerückt. Eine Havarie grosse kann für Händler zahlreiche Probleme aufwerfen. Spätestens seit der Blockade des Suezkanals ist der Begriff “General Average” wieder in aller Munde.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 13, 2021

Waypoint Robotics has teamed with Productive Robotics to make mobile manipulation accessible for small to mid-sized companies. Combine the easiest to use, most capable omnidirectional autonomous mobile robot with the simplest and most flexible 7-axis collaborative robot arm, and it has never been easier or more cost-effective to deploy a mobile manipulator for manufacturing and logistics applications.

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