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VIDEO: How many fulfillment warehouses does your business need?

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

"How many B2C warehouses does your company need?" It's a simple question with a not-so-simple answer. In fact, we've written extensively on the topic.

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EU to Enforce ‘Ethical’ Supply Chain With Stiff New Fines

Supply Chain Brain

The European Union’s ethical supply chain rules are a “game changer” but must be backed by “dissuasive” sanctions, EU Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders said.

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ChargePoint, Wheels Donlen Focus on Fleet Mobility and Home EV Charging

NGT News

ChargePoint Holdings Inc., an electric vehicle (EV) charging network, and Wheels Donlen, an automotive fleet management company, are forming a fleet partnership to provide Wheels Donlen customers with fleet mobility and home charging solutions. The customers will gain access to the ChargePoint nationwide charging network, at-home charging hardware and cloud software that provides holistic management […].

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Watch: The Important Components of Successful Last-Mile Delivery

Supply Chain Brain

Speed and accuracy of delivery enhance the customer experience, says Kushal Nahata, chief executive officer and founder of FarEye. Visibility is what ties it all together.

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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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Meritor Acquisition Increases Cummins Presence in Axle, Brake, EV Development Market

NGT News

Cummins Inc. is acquiring Meritor Inc., a drivetrain, mobility, braking, aftermarket and electric powertrain solutions company for commercial vehicle and industrial markets. Under the terms of the agreement, Cummins will pay $36.50 in cash per Meritor share, for a total transaction value of approximately $3.7 billion, including assumed debt and net of acquired cash.

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Apex, Ares, EPIC Sign MoU for Green Hydrogen Hub in Corpus Christi, Texas

NGT News

Apex Clean Energy LLC, funds managed by the Infrastructure and Power strategy of Ares Management Corp., EPIC Midstream Holdings LP and the Port of Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA), have entered into a nonbinding memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore the development of a green hydrogen production, storage, transportation and export operation, including a newly constructed […].

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7 Ways to Save Road Freight Costs

Logistics Bureau

For the last 30 years or so, at Logistics Bureau , we’ve been helping companies reduce freight costs, and these are 7 of the most common areas to investigate. Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: Why Containerised Freight Shipping is Daunting for SMEs. The Challenge of Freight Container Utilisation and Why it Matters.

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Affinitiv’s New Division Provides Dealerships with EV Strategies and Solutions

NGT News

Affinitiv, a provider of data-driven marketing and software solutions to the automotive market, has launched a new electric vehicle (EV) division, Voltage. Affinitiv Voltage ensures the sales and service department of each dealership is prepared for EVs. The comprehensive approach to the EV environment is based on Affinitiv’s technology and services fueled by Atlas DX, […].

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Transporeon takes dock scheduling to the next level

Logistics Business Magazine

Transporeon has expanded its Real Time Yard Management (RTYM) solution with a new smart re-planning feature, which enables warehouse workers and managers to instantly react to short-term changes on the day of delivery or pickup. Customers can now effectively re-plan scheduled appointments (time slot bookings) to another time and/or another location on any given day.

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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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ROUSH CleanTech Debuts Battery Electric Ford F-650 AT StreetsLA’s Center for Green Innovation

NGT News

ROUSH CleanTech and its new Ford F-650 battery electric truck were on hand for the launch of the Los Angeles Bureau of Street Services’ Center for Green Innovation. It was one of several zero-emissions vehicles StreetsLA introduced, including trucks and street sweepers, along with its planned green initiatives. ROUSH CleanTech’s Ford F-650 battery electric truck […].

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DIMOS opens branch office in Dubai

Logistics Business Magazine

DIMOS Maschinenbau GmbH , a manufacturer of warehouse and industrial trucks as well as system supplier for the air cargo sector , is establishing a branch office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. With this move, the family business based in Peterberg, Germany, is strengthening its local customer and project support and taking a big step towards internationalisation.

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Atlis, U.S. Military Supplier Team Up to Convert Military Vehicles to EVs

NGT News

Atlis Motor Vehicles, a start-up mobility technology company, has signed a collaborative agreement with a U.S. military supplier to jointly design and produce new technology to convert military vehicles such as gasoline or diesel-powered high-mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV) into electric vehicles. Under the agreement, the technology can be sold to third-party customers, including the […].

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Kite Packaging invests in new delivery fleet

Logistics Business Magazine

Kite Packaging has elevated its enterprise with the introduction of eight new delivery vehicles in order to continue its rapid levels of growth. This investment will supplement the vast increase in demand for Kite’s packaging products, allowing the business to maintain its quick delivery turnaround. Currently, Kite has a standard 2-4 working day delivery which is free for orders over £100 and the option to upgrade to next working day delivery for an additional fee.

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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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Fuel Maintenance Discounts, New Envase Events, and the Latest Webinar!

Envase Technologies

Fuel Maintenance Discounts, new Envase Event Meet-ups, and the latest Webinar with Kin Logistics! Here’s what we’ve been up to in February 2022! Take Control Over Rising Fuel Costs. Phone the Envase Fuel Team at 603-217-2119 (Option 2) or email them at fuelteam@envasetechnologies.com for discounts on fuel maintenance and tires! Contact the Fuel Team.

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Oakland reduces carbon emissions with solar roof

Logistics Business Magazine

A 1,608-solar panel system developed, designed, and installed by BeBa Energy has been completed at Oakland International ’s Bardon facility in Leicestershire. Producing enough power to run 265 two-bedroom homes and reducing Oakland’s carbon emissions equivalent to taking 12.19 million car-miles off the road, Oakland was keen to use its roof space at Bardon to support its innovative and sustainable supply chain solutions offer.

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Fuel Maintenance Discounts, New Envase Events, and the Latest Webinar!

Envase Technologies

Fuel Maintenance Discounts, new Envase Event Meet-ups, and the latest Webinar with Kin Logistics! Here’s what we’ve been up to in February 2022! Take Control Over Rising Fuel Costs. Phone the Envase Fuel Team at 603-217-2119 (Option 2) or email them at fuelteam@envasetechnologies.com for discounts on fuel maintenance and tires! Contact the Fuel Team.

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Clark expands dealer network in the Middle East

Logistics Business Magazine

Clark Europe has signed a new sales partner for the State of Qatar, Rumaillah Motors, and with this strategic step has further expanded the Clark sales network in the Middle East. Rumaillah Motors has its company headquarters in the capital Doha. Founded in 1978, the company has made a name for itself as a supplier of logistics solutions in the State of Qatar.

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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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5 Things to Know About Better Delivery Carrier Management

MercuryGate

Transportation carbon emissions are a major threat to the planet, and left unchecked, they have the potential to cause vast devastation and limit the abilities of humanity to thrive. Carbon emissions have risen in recent years, but as social media has grown and politics have evolved, ESG initiatives have become more commonplace. The post 5 Things to Know About Better Delivery Carrier Management appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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10 Ways to Improve Hybrid Learning in the Classroom

Shippeo

One can say that the educational scene has changed a lot over the past couple of years. With more people forced to stay at home, new teaching methods have emerged, making use of technology and engaging learners in different ways. One of these methods is hybrid learning which is becoming more and more popular. According […]. The post 10 Ways to Improve Hybrid Learning in the Classroom apareció primero en Kotobee Blog.

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Locus’ Guide to Optimal Last-Mile Order Management System

Locus

The year 2020 changed the face of e-commerce. We fell into the pandemic face-first, and consumers who could no longer flock store aisles made a swift move to online shopping. That year alone saw over two billion goods or services sold online , and e-retail sales surpassing $4.2 trillion worldwide. COVID-19 continues to have an impact on e-commerce and online behavior, which continues to carry itself well into 2022.

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What to Expect from Truck Logistics Software

Trux

If you’re at all connected to the heavy construction industry, by now you’re well aware that logistics software and trucking software is becoming more and more popular.

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Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory

The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.

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Orchestrate and Operate Sustainable Transportation by Leveraging Logistics Data

Logistics Viewpoints

The role of logistics in modern companies is not only to support corporate strategy but also to enable it. Meeting today’s logistics challenges of the three C’s – customer service, carbon, and cost – companies are not just looking at gathering data, but also how to better interpret and understand this data, and then use it to drive additional value.

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White House Will Invest $450 Million to Ease Port Congestion

Supply Chain Brain

The U.S. Transportation Department is awarding some $450 million in grants for port-related projects to bolster capacity and improve the movement of goods, senior Biden administration officials say.