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Paragon
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
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FEBRUARY 3, 2021
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The Logistics of Logistics
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Kevin Nolan and the Nolan Transportation Group Story. Ryan Schreiber and Kevin Nolan discuss Kevin’s entrepreneurial journey and the Nolan Transportation Group Story. Kevin is the Founder of Nolan Transportation Group (NTG). About Kevin Nolan. Kevin Nolan is the Founder and Chief Rhino at Nolan Transportation Group (NTG). Kevin founded NTG in 2005 with a small office, a box of cash, and two employees.
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Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Last week I had the opportunity to speak with Markus Schmidt, President of Swisslog Americas , about warehousing in today’s environment of rapid and often unpredictable change. The coronavirus pandemic exerted widespread impact on order fulfillment operations. But even prior to the pandemic, warehousing and fulfillment were evolving rapidly due to a number of factors, most notably the transition to direct-to-consumer fulfillment.
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
One of the key lessons learned from 2020 is that companies can no longer afford to stand on the sidelines when it comes to investing in technology and digital transformation. This is not only true for manufacturers and retailers, but for logistics service providers (LSPs) too. How is technology helping logistics service providers meet the. Read more Technology Trends in 2021 and Beyond.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Food retailers are in a prime position to capitalize on Covid-related changes in purchasing behavior, and these three digital strategies will help retain customer loyalty in the long term.
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Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Stacy Scott, managing director of the Cyber Risk Practice of Kroll, Inc., explains where vaccine supply chains are most vulnerable to cyber attack, and what steps must be taken to protect them.
FreightWaves SONAR
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
On this episode of #WithSONAR, co-hosts Luke Falasca and Kyle Taylor discuss rapidly changing market conditions. Since the beginning of the year, market volatility has pushed rates down in key markets and lanes, while pushing other lanes up. However, markets are never static, so savvy operators will use market volatility to separate themselves from competitors.
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
The reading for the report’s key indicator—the Services PMI (formerly the Non-Manufacturing PMI)—came in at 58.7 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth is occurring)—marking a 1.0% gain over December.
NGT News
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Merchants Fleet, a fleet management company, says its plans to further electrify its portfolio with BrightDrop, the new business backed by General Motors, offering electric first-to-last-mile products and software services. Merchants is working with BrightDrop to procure 12,600 BrightDrop EV600s, an all-new, electric light commercial vehicle purpose-built for the delivery of goods and services over […].
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
FLS Transport
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
The Top 6 Stories in Freight. Here’s what’s happening this week: Layered TMS integrations now deliver major advantages to shippers Freight volume bounces back after multi-week slide… remains high C.H. accuses shippers of delaying bids and proactively reprices accounts Southern Cali port congestion worsens by the day Transportation advocates push for priority vaccine for workers Retaining drivers comes down to good pay, bonuses… and showers.
NGT News
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
TruckLabs, a design and engineering company that specializes in the long-haul trucking industry, says J&R Hall, a Canadian trucking company, has become the first Canadian fleet to adopt the company’s patented TruckWings technology. Based in Ontario, J&R Hall started a pilot program to test TruckWings, an aerodynamic, fuel-saving hardware solution that closes the tractor-trailer gap, […].
Food Logistics
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
This API-first solution allows customers to choose among routing dashboards and APIs, ready-to-deploy mobile applications, ready-to-use dashboards, real-time data streams and exports and more.
NGT News
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
New Flyer of America Inc., a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc., an independent global bus manufacturer, says King County Metro has awarded New Flyer a contract for 20 additional 60-foot zero-emission, battery-electric Xcelsior CHARGE heavy-duty transit buses. Metro is one of the 10 largest transit agencies in the U.S., providing over 122 million annual passenger […].
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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.
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
On its earnings call, UPS CEO Carol Tomé dug deeper into the move, explaining that UPS Freight is a capital-intensive low returning business, one that was no longer needed on a few different fronts.
NGT News
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
The Volvo Group, a Swedish multinational manufacturing company that specializes in transport and infrastructure solutions, has created Volvo Energy, a new business area that specializes in electrification. Joachim Rosenberg, executive board member of Volvo Group and chairman of UD Trucks, will head Volvo Energy. Volvo Energy will have both an internal role, providing batteries and […].
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
In 2020, COVID-19 caused retailers and shoppers alike to adapt to new shopping experiences, including curbside pickup and drop-ship. In 2021, we’ll see a continued transformation of omnichannel buying behavior.
Shipping and Freight Resource
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
2020 threw at us a potent concoction of virulent market conditions including a pandemic, skyrocketing freight rates, reduced availability of space and equipment on container ships, unprecedented demand and port congestions along with the usual documentation and visibility issues that we have been facing for years. This serves to highlight the necessity of businesses to analyse their own position in the market and identify where they stand, where they are going and how they can address the ineffi
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Overdrive Online
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
In a build reminiscent of Johnny Cash's hit song "One Piece at a Time," longtime diesel mechanic Mike Flake used parts from several trucks, as well as a bevy of parts he built himself, to piece together this unique take on a classic rig.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
The ways in which companies choose to pay for new equipment and technology may vary according to business objectives. Here's how financing becomes a strategic tool.
Women in Trucking
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Hear from Kellylynn herself! Take a listen to the podcast-version below. As those in the trucking industry know, the Post-Trip Inspection is a time to check and see if anything has changed with your equipment since you began your trip and if there are any items that need to be addressed before continuing on down the road. It’s a time to reflect, assess, and plan what’s next.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
UPS used a pandemic-fueled boom in online shopping to post record sales last year. The surge also increased the courier’s dependence on its biggest customer: Amazon.com.
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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.
Ship Monk
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
If you’ve been keeping up with eCommerce (and we’re guessing you have), then you probably know that subscription boxes and services are all the rage. From never having to worry about buying razors again to receiving cute pet accessories every month, it’s clear that subscription-based eCommerce has a plethora of pros for savvy online shoppers. But, as a business owner, how can you tell if subscriptionmania is right for you?
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
NextBillion AI, a startup in mapping platforms that provides software-as-a-service for enterprises, recently announced solutions for hyperlocal custom map API industry pitfalls in on-demand deliveries, telematics and last-mile logistics.
Logistics Business Magazine
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Menzies Aviation has announced it will further strengthen its cargo team with five new appointments. The global aviation logistics specialist has appointed Rory Fidler in the newly created role of VP Cargo Technology and will be responsible for driving forward digital innovation across Menzies’ global cargo operations. Rory has extensive experience in designing and executing digital transformation programmes as former Head of Technology and Innovation for the Cargo Division at Etihad Airways.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
The challenges of 2020 hold serious implications for supply-chain compliance and risk in 2021.
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
Logistics Business Magazine
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Edward Hutchison, Managing Director of BITO Storage Systems , applauds the UK Retail Sector for meeting 2020’s challenges and looks forward to supporting it through innovative intralogistics installations in 2021. Retailers innovate to survive – but never more so than now, as the sector was challenged by the Covid-19 pandemic throughout 2020 and into 2021.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Disruptions from COVID-19, political instability, regulatory and tax uncertainty, recurring climate-related events and more, all require sudden and dramatic reconfiguring of sourcing, production and supplier networks. How do supply chain and regional trade managers navigate documentation, compliance and risk exposure amid the chaos? How do they evaluate sourcing and supplier options?
20Cube Logistics
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Sometime back companies prefer to have in-house warehousing for their products as they can have control over all the activities. If the business is small or medium sized then it works well but a conglomerate who has business across border with regular orders can store goods in his warehouse, but due to heavy flow of inventory, he might like to choose a 3PL to reduce some part of the job off his head.
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