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The Short Food Supply Chain Trend

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

With globalization and the increase in population, the distance between the producer and the consumer has increased, with many intermediaries being added in the supply chain that makes it difficult to follow the treatment of the product, causing problems such as extensive food waste , food security, environmental damage, unfair distribution of added value and profits among chain members and so forth, as well as provide reasons for an increasing interest in the quality of food, locally produced f

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Are VSAs going away?

Supply Chain and Logistics

Nick Savvides updates us on the Ocean Shipping Antitrust Enforcement Act (OCAEA), which has been sponsored in the US Congress.

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Calif. Offers Electric Medium-, Heavy-Duty Vehicle Chargers at Truck Stop 

NGT News

San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), along with local and state officials, says there are now four public DC fast chargers at a busy truck stop north of the Otay Mesa Port of Entry. While these chargers are designed to provide high-power charging for trucks, delivery vans, buses and other large vehicles, they can also […] The post Calif.

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A Data-Driven Approach to Supply Chain Resilience

Supply Chain Brain

Businesses that are thriving, rather than simply surviving, share at least one thing in common: They know the value of a data-driven approach, and are making the necessary investments to prove it.

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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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Mass. Mayor, MoveEV Partner to Transition City Fleet to EVs

NGT News

Easthampton, Mass., Mayor Nicole LaChapelle has partnered with MoveEV, a company focused on making electric vehicle adoption accessible and affordable for municipalities and municipal employees, to enable the city to offer its employees an electric vehicle adoption benefit and transition all city-owned vehicles to electric vehicles at the same time.

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Enersys Unveils Solutions at LogiMAT

Logistics Business Magazine

EnerSys® (NYSE:ENS), a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, is committed to putting its customers first by showcasing the Company’s latest solutions to empower their operational success in a changing world in Hall 10, Stand B09 at LogiMAT 2023. From traditional flooded lead acid to advanced Thin Plate Pure Lead (TPPL) and Lithium-ion battery technology as well as the latest charging systems and battery management tools to the largest network of service providers,

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HI logistics – electric tricycle

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

HiLogistics is a logistics company based in Valencia, Spain. Their website offers information about their services, which include warehousing, transportation, customs clearance, and value-added services such as packaging and labeling. They specialize in the handling of high-value and sensitive goods, such as medical equipment and electronics, and offer secure storage and transportation options.

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Telematics for Truck Racing Championship

Logistics Business Magazine

VisionTrack is extending its longstanding partnership with the British Truck Racing Championship (BTRC) for a further year. As official video telematics provider, the company will deliver an advanced vehicle camera solution for all competing trucks in Division 1 and Division 2 of the BTRC. Teaming up with Truck Sport UK, VisionTrack will support race activity management throughout the seven-round event, as well as providing high-quality footage for broadcast and media opportunities.

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The Path Forward with Autonomous Logistics

MercuryGate

When broadly applied, autonomous logistics considers the entire supply chain as a logistics continuum, combining transportation planning with workflow effectiveness to maximize efficiencies across your whole network. The post The Path Forward with Autonomous Logistics appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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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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TransLogistica Caspian

Logistics Business Magazine

TransLogistica exhibition is an effective platform for uniting various areas of the transport sector such as railways, marine industry, aviation, commercial vehicles and transportation and logistics services. This is a unique opportunity to meet with leaders and specialists of state transport structures from Azerbaijan and other countries within the region.

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How To Get A Cannabis Delivery License in California

WorkWave

Time To Read: 4 minutes As a business owner, are you applying for a cannabis delivery license in California? The legalization of recreational and medical marijuana has led to an increased demand for licensed cannabis delivery services. This blog post will give you a step-by-step guide on the requirements you need to know about a cannabis delivery license in California.

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Tips To Measure Weight Without a Scale 

GoShip Blog

To receive an accurate quote, you must include the specific weight of your shipment. But what if you do not have access to a scale large enough to measure the weight of your freight? Or, what if the items you are shipping do not fit on the scale? Don’t worry! Be creative; there are other ways to calculate the weight. Below on four tips to measure weight to receive an accurate quote.

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Spruce Up Your Shipping Options: 3 Ways to Offer 2-Day Shipping

Ship Monk

Speedy, error-free shipping is one of the most important aspects of any ecommerce business. In addition to being crucial to your operation, it is critical to keeping up with your competition. If you’ve been looking to do just that, don’t worry; there are plenty of paths to pick from to elevate your shipping options without putting a crater in your profits.

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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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Door-to-door International Shipping: Carriers vs. Forwarders

I.C.E. Transport

If you’re managing ocean shipments to a consignee or from a shipper, door-to-door international shipping service is often the most convenient and hassle-free option. But plenty can go wrong during the journey, so you want to align with the right partner. Most often, that will be a freight forwarder, but some shippers may book door-to-door service direct with the steamship line.

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Transporeon’s Raft of Platform Innovations

Logistics Business Magazine

Leading transportation management platform Transporeon today announced a raft of platform innovations. Fully integrated into its neutral platform that serves the entire industry, the new capabilities will help its network of +1,400 shippers and +158,000 carriers and logistic service providers to enhance adaptability, collaboration and sustainability, enabling them to thrive in today’s world in motion.

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Aging Shadow Fleet Carrying Russian Oil Poses Disaster Risk

Supply Chain Brain

The aftermath of European Union sanctions on Russia mean that some older vessels may not be properly inspected and maintained, leading to a catastrophic accident at sea.

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New Distribution Centre has Latest Automation

Logistics Business Magazine

Ground was recently broken for a new distribution centre where Dematic is set to supply the latest warehouse automation technology to parent company KION Group at its site in Kahl am Main near Aschaffenburg, Germany. When completed in roughly two years, brands within KION Group will use the facility for delivering spare parts across Europe. The goal is to ensure more efficient customer deliveries.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.

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Watch: The Evolving Landscape in Warehouse Automation

Supply Chain Brain

Because the labor shortage is expected to continue, warehouse operators must consider investment in robotics, says Stanislas Normand, managing director of Exotec.

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Predicting football match results with logistic regression

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Predicting the outcome of a football match is a huge phenomenon. Many fans and analysts always predict who will win the game before the game starts. Predictions are made by calculating many variables such as home field advantage, current team score, team strength etc. Managers and club directors can use forecasts to decide what is needed to win a game.

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China Spent $240bn on Belt and Road Bailouts From 2008 To 2021, Study Finds

Supply Chain Brain

The share of Beijing’s overseas lending directed to borrowers in financial distress increased from 5% in 2010 to 60% in 2022, according to the study.

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HRM and Logistics, Take 2

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Human Resources Management, according to Edwin B. Flippo (ND), “Human resource management is the planning, organizing, directing and controlling of procurement, development, compensation, integration, maintenance, and separation of human resource to the end that individual and societal objectives are accomplished.”. Also, Gary Dessler defines (ND) HRM as “Human Resource Management is the process of acquiring, training, appraising, and compensating employees, and attending to their labor relation

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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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Alibaba to Split Into Six Groups and Explore IPOs

Supply Chain Brain

The reorganization marks a dramatic overhaul of one of China’s largest private companies, one that was once valued at over $800 billion.

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Last Mile Automation: Intelligent Routing is Key to Success

Locus

Last-mile logistics is a pain point for both retailers and delivery partners, who are well-acquainted with the complexities that come with it. One of the biggest challenges is routing, which is a crucial aspect of last-mile logistics. The on-time delivery and estimated time of arrival (ETA) of orders rely heavily on optimized route management, which is a key ingredient in a fully automated last mile delivery.

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Ramaphosa Asks Ports Operator for Plan to End Logistics Crisis

Supply Chain Brain

The embattled company has struggled with major inefficiencies that have led to traffic being redirected to ports outside South Africa.

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Successful Through Tradition for Beumer

Logistics Business Magazine

FAM Group has been part of the Beumer Group since May 2022. FAM plans, designs and manufactures turnkey plant and systems to extract, transport, load and store minerals, raw materials and goods. Through this acquisition, Beumer Group has considerably strengthened its market position in the minerals and mining sectors. But what is FAM? FAM Group is a globally active manufacturer of conveyor systems which has its headquarters in Magdeburg.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

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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Ideanomics Consolidates Charging Solutions as WAVE Charging

NGT News

Ideanomics, a company focused on accelerating the commercial adoption of zero-emission vehicles, says the company has created a single touch point to the market for its charging solutions – WAVE Charging. By naming the company WAVE Charging, Ideanomics is capitalizing on the brand recognition built by WAVE wireless charging. Technologies and services that will be […] The post Ideanomics Consolidates Charging Solutions as WAVE Charging appeared first on NGT News.

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SnapControl – Warehouse Automation Connectivity

Logistics Business Magazine

Synergy, the experts behind cloud-based WMS software SnapFulfil, have unveiled a breakthrough tech solution that orchestrates all automation devices and robotic systems within the warehouse from one centralized and convenient platform. As a multiagent, rather than just a point solution, SnapControl brings a more uniform approach to automation, which also makes this pioneering orchestration platform completely device and technology agnostic.