Kane is Able

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Despite the global pandemic, Kane Logistics’ operations team has been in major start-up mode for the last year, with several new logistic operations coming on board. All facilities have started successfully and on schedule. But that success is due to more than just having a good project plan. If managing the start-up of a logistics operation is in your future – particularly during the pandemic – here are some keys to success.

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The Lean Thinker

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

I’m digging through old archives again, and came across this graphic I put together around 2006 or so. It depicts more detailed version of “ Organize, Standardize, Stabilize, Optimize ” showing the continuous comparison between “what should be happening” and “what is actually happening.” It is the gap between these two that drives improvement forward.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

2020 was a chaotic year for eCommerce shipping – for the parcel carriers delivering those orders, the at-home customers dependent on reliable fulfillment, and for you, the online seller trying to keep customers happy while absorbing some pretty stiff parcel shipping cost increases. As the pandemic continues, together with increased online buying, it will continue to be a seller’s market for eCommerce shipping in 2021.

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Kuebix

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

What is Mass Personalization? Personalization is formally defined as “the act of tailoring a product or service based on what customers desire.” Most companies that incorporate personalization have a base product that shoppers can customize as they’re checking out. Manufacturers are able to produce large quantities of the base product and only add personalizations when […].

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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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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

FTR reported that preliminary January North American Class 8 orders—at 42,800 units—was down 18% compared to December’s 52,100 and up 144% annually, and ACT Research reported that January preliminary North American Class 8 net orders came in at 42,200 units, representing a 17% decline compared to December’s 50,900 units and a 146% annual increase.

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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

The letter did not mince words in laying out the case for the “urgent issue” of vaccinating the U.S. maritime workforce.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Soaring freight rates and delivery delays have sparked a global backlash by companies frustrated about the destructive mix of deteriorating service and higher ocean shipping costs.

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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Transfix has rolled out upgrades to Fleet Planner, a free online tool that provides small- and mid-sized carriers access to a centralized platform for various tasks, including managing fleets, streamlining operations, and scaling their business, among other tasks, which was introduced by the company in early October.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

U.S. Department of Agriculture rules on the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food are being extended to include smaller producers and sellers. The deadline for compliance is the end of this year, but some companies have yet to make the effort to determine whether they’re affected.

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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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Overdrive Online

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Equipment improvements present a variety of options as it relates to tax strategy around expensing and depreciation. Depending on your income situation, you could be well served by spreading deductions over years.

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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

The report, entitled “Q4 2020 U.S. Industrial & Logistics Real Estate Figures,” observed that the fourth quarter represented the strongest quarter on record, adding that it capped off a year of robust demand, with the outlook for 2021 looking very healthy.

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NGT News

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Meritor Inc., a global supplier of drivetrain, mobility, braking, aftermarket and electric powertrain solutions for commercial vehicle and industrial markets, says production of its 14Xe all-electric, fully integrated, commercial electric powertrain for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles will begin in the middle of the year. Meritor received the first Class 8 truck production contract for […].

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Bulk Connection

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Carriers, in the current seller’s market you shouldn’t have to operate with empty trucking miles and unprofitable loads. Fortunately, you have a key ally that can help: the freight broker. In this article, we’ll examine the ways that a partnership with a quality 3PL freight broker can boost your operational efficiency – and profitability.

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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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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Both enterprise shippers and carriers have had many changes and disruptions to overcome in a noticeably short period. Those that held on in 2020 continue to face obstacles as recovery begins. And there remain significant problems within the industry. Trucking capacity is tight, and deadheading is the precursor of even stricter capacity. Think about it.

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NGT News

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

XL Fleet Corp., a provider of vehicle electrification solutions for commercial and municipal fleets, has entered into a strategic partnership with Curbtender, a company that specializes in refuse collection trucks. Under the terms of the agreement, XL Fleet and Curbtender will jointly develop a series of battery-electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) commercial trucks […].

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Optimizing truckload freight spend is essential in today’s freight market. There’s a broad range of options to reduce rates and increase carrier revenue. As the world of transportation continues to evolve, shippers and logistics service providers (LSPs) are effectively utilizing certain methods along with modern data platforms to meet the demands of today’s supply chains.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Additive manufacturing use cases, by definition, are not defined by the technology itself, but rather the value they create within an organization. This value can come in the form of operational efficiencies, creation of new products and services, or even the transformation of the customer experience. The early days of 3D printing use cases was mostly focused on prototyping.

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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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Freight Center

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Customer loyalty is the result of a company consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations – in every aspect of your business, including shipping. Without new, returning and happy customers continuing to buy from you, your business can’t thrive, and possibly may not survive. So, customer retention and loyalty should be one of the top priorities for every small business.

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Parade

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Access the Playbook now. Learn how Capacity Management helps freight brokerages re-utilize carriers, build deep relationships, and drive digital bookings. Download the Playbook.

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Now, That's Logistics

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Like many industries, the ocean freight sector is caught somewhere between using age-old systems that still technically work, and moving into the digital world. With the latter, carriers are able to eliminate costly manual work, reduce reliance on labor, and streamline their operations. However, these new systems also cost money, require training, and don’t always produce the return on investment (ROI) expected.

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Parade

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Access the Playbook now. Learn how Capacity Management helps freight brokerages re-utilize carriers, build deep relationships, and drive digital bookings. Download the Playbook.

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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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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Time To Read: 4 minutes. Business efficiency refers to how much output a business produces versus input. If a company can produce quality work for a small amount of money, time, and resources, then it is considered efficient. However, many factors can affect efficiency in the workplace, including unproductive employees and business growth. To keep efficiency a priority, many small business owners overwork themselves to make up for the lost time.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Resulting from late, inaccurate, or unreadable advance ship notices (ASNs), chargebacks are so ingrained into the enterprise that they’re considered an actual line item in budgets.

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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Yellow is making progress toward profitability. It still suffered an $18.7 million loss in the 2020 fourth quarter, but cut its annual losses nearly in half to $53.5 million, compared with a $104 million loss in 2019. That latter figure included $11.2 million loss on extinguishment of debt associated with a refinancing of the Company’s term loan agreement.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Kwik Delivery, an African last-mile delivery platform, has recently announced the launch of its Kwik Delivery plugin for Shopify. The new plugin will enable Nigeria-based Shopify merchants of all sizes to utilize Kwik’s last-mile delivery service.

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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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West Coast and California Logistics

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

If you’re importing containers into the U.S., you may be limiting the weight of your containers in order to meet U.S. road weight limits. This is often a mistake as you’re likely shipping more containers than you need to and spending more for the entire import transportation process. In this article, we’ll explore the benefits of the shipping overweight containers into the California Overweight Corridor and tell you what types of products make the most sense to ship overweight.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Unilog, a provider of eCommerce solutions to midmarket businesses, announced that it has released a new eCommerce analytics offering called Site Analytics Pro.

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LabelMaster

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

When we introduced hazmat labels, placards and marks for extreme conditions back in 2019, we had no idea that 2020 would introduce a whole new meaning to the words “extreme conditions.” No, our new line of labels, placards and marks was not designed to help Dangerous Goods organizations handle a global pandemic. (The hazmat supply. The post Curious about “extreme” hazmat labels and placards?

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