Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
JANUARY 26, 2021
In today’s hotly competitive eCommerce environment, it’s easy to assume that more is always better. But that’s not necessarily true for eCommerce fulfillment KPIs, especially if you’ve just started working with a new 3PL or have added a fulfillment operation.
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 26, 2021
Natural disasters. Geopolitical events. Tariffs and trade regulations. The rise of ecommerce. The growing influence of social media. Prior to 2020, every supply chain in the world was challenged by increasing levels of demand unpredictability and market volatility. The sudden onset of COVID-19 only reinforced a lesson that supply chain professionals had already realized: uncertainty is the only real certainty.
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Logistics Management
JANUARY 26, 2021
Logistics Management Group News Editor Jeff Berman recently spoke with Kraig Foreman, President, eCommerce for DHL Supply Chain North America, about how the 2020 Peak Season went, as well as some lessons learned and what may be in store looking ahead.
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 26, 2021
As China pushes the world to avoid official dealings with Taiwan, leaders across the globe are realizing just how dependent they’ve become on the island democracy.
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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.
NGT News
JANUARY 26, 2021
ROUSH CleanTech’s Ford F-650 battery-electric truck has achieved California Hybrid and Zero-emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) eligibility listing. The all-electric F-650 has a maximum speed of 65 miles per hour and a 100-mile range. The California Air Resources Board (CARB), in partnership with CALSTART, launched the California HVIP vehicle purchase incentive program […].
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Talking Logistics
JANUARY 26, 2021
In 2020, we saw the transportation industry’s resilience first-hand, as all parties of the supply chain navigated a challenging freight landscape to get goods to market. Freight demand surged to meet the needs of consumers and frontline workers, and shippers were forced to rely heavily on the spot market to secure capacity in a pinch. Read more A New Approach to Contract Freight: How Shippers Can Refocus Their Transportation Strategy in 2021.
Overdrive Online
JANUARY 26, 2021
Four in 10 owner-operators continue to go without health insurance, yet for small fleets, low-cost health benefits are increasingly attractive as a competitive feature. So-called health-share alternatives to traditional insurance are an option.
Magaya
JANUARY 26, 2021
Customs compliance is continually evolving to satisfy emerging government regulations, both at home and abroad. As a result, whether you're a customs broker , freight forwarder , or importer, any company that deals with supply chain and international trade processes and policies, you’ll be best-served by modern customs solutions that help streamline key operations, reduce shipping delays, and limit the potential risks of non-compliance.
Freight Center
JANUARY 26, 2021
While less-than-truckload or LTL shipping can accommodate a lot of shippers’ needs, it might not match your shipping needs. If your freight is large or oversized, exceeds 5,000 to 10,000 pounds (depending on commodity), requires the full trailer space, needs climate control, refrigeration or special equipment, such as flatbeds, you may need full truckload shipping.
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
NGT News
JANUARY 26, 2021
Propane-fueled medium-duty and heavy-duty (MD-HD) internal combustion engine vehicles provide a lower carbon footprint solution in 38 U.S. states and Washington, D.C., when compared to MD-HD electric vehicles (EVs) charged using the electrical grid, according to a comparative analysis recently released by the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), a non-profit that invests in research […].
Parade
JANUARY 26, 2021
tl/dr - Don’t buy software-especially anything around “freight tech”-if your vendor can’t show you exactly what impact you’ll get and which knobs to tune. Here’s a framework to use to make sure you’re successful. Inputs vs. Outputs. Years ago, I used to work at an online bookshop in Seattle called Amazon. I joke, because Amazon has evolved into a several hundred billion dollar a year behemoth that is well beyond books, beloved of consumers and strikes fear into the hearts of complacent companies
Logistics Bureau
JANUARY 26, 2021
Why Supply Chain? What was the attraction? We have Suuchi Ramesh , Founder and CEO of Suuchi Inc., to answer these types of questions. Watch the video below: Best Regards, Rob O’Byrne. Email: robyrne@logisticsbureau.com. Phone: +61 417 417 307.
Parade
JANUARY 26, 2021
tl/dr - Don’t buy software-especially anything around “freight tech”-if your vendor can’t show you exactly what impact you’ll get and which knobs to tune. Here’s a framework to use to make sure you’re successful. Inputs vs. Outputs. Years ago, I used to work at an online bookshop in Seattle called Amazon. I joke, because Amazon has evolved into a several hundred billion dollar a year behemoth that is well beyond books, beloved of consumers and strikes fear into the hearts of complacent companies
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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.
FreightWaves SONAR
JANUARY 26, 2021
Supply chain leaders continue to focus their efforts on finding the right mix of assets used, market positioning and carrier freight pricing strategies. For carriers, it’s all about balance. Yes, there is the balancing of palletized shipments into full truckload shipments to ensure a truck is loaded properly. However, this is about a different type of freight load balancing-the balancing of assets.
Overdrive Online
JANUARY 26, 2021
More trucks competing with fewer spot market loads in the near term will put downward pressure on rates. That could continue through the year as shifting consumer habits and natural market cycles contribute to a bearish environment for spot rates.
Turvo
JANUARY 26, 2021
Relying on the traditional system set up and design for supply chain management systems is becoming increasingly difficult. The old-school ways of doing things are proving ineffective and costly in the modern age. With increasing pressure to offer customers faster, more accessible, more affordable, and customized shipping options, many supply chain managers are looking for new and innovative ways, including systems with a SaaS-based architecture , to help them get the upper hand over their compe
GoShip Blog
JANUARY 26, 2021
In today’s customer-centric world, it is critical to meet and even exceed your customer expectations as a small business. Shipping and delivery are vital parts of the picture when it comes to customer satisfaction. Thus, businesses should develop a flexible shipping strategy that will provide enough visibility to enhance the ultimate leg of the supply chain – last-mile delivery.
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Blue Grace Logistics
JANUARY 26, 2021
With the effects of 2020 reverberating into the new year, business carries on in some unusual new ways. Most notably, COVID-19 disrupted the global supply chain and profoundly altered the flow of goods. E-commerce has shaken the retail industry’s logistics approach, as Amazon’s model dramatically altered consumer expectations in a phenomenon now known as the “ Amazon Effect ”.
Logistics Business Magazine
JANUARY 26, 2021
SUNLIGHT , a member of the Olympia Group and a leading international technology firm in energy production and storage has updated its corporate identity to reflect its new business strategy. Having recently completed a joint venture with Italian energy storage manufacturer, BMG Energy, and with plans to open a new subsidiary in North Carolina, USA, the company is bolstering its aim to dominate the international batteries and energy storage market by enhancing its business model.
NGT News
JANUARY 26, 2021
Dana Inc., a company that specializes in conventional, hybrid and electric-powered vehicle powertrain systems, has unveiled an expanded family of Dana TM4 SUMO HP electric motors and inverters, including the HV1000 and HV2500. The TM4 SUMO family is specifically designed for battery-electric, range-extended and fuel cell vehicles. Dana Inc. says its motors and inverters are […].
MercuryGate
JANUARY 26, 2021
Freight and logistics managers and team members need to track and monitor several trends to […]. The post Freight Management Trends for Shippers to Know appeared first on MercuryGate International.
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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.
NGT News
JANUARY 26, 2021
First Student Inc., First Transit Inc. and NextEra Energy Resources LLC have entered into a framework agreement and are working toward a joint venture to pursue the electrification of tens of thousands of school and public transportation vehicles across the U.S. and Canada. The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) for the school and public transportation […].
Kanban Logistics
JANUARY 26, 2021
Business Facilities magazine has named North Carolina its “2020 State of the Year.” The magazine has given this award each year since 2007, and this was the first year that North Carolina took home the prize. In this article, we’ll examine the reasons why the Tar Heel state is considered the best state for business, while looking at the role that logistics plays in this designation.
Bringg
JANUARY 26, 2021
In 2021, we’re past the initial hype of the ‘new normal’. Consumers have grown accustomed to buying everything from staples to discretionary items online, and relying on multiple delivery and fulfillment methods to receive their purchases. While retailers and industry analysts agree that these fundamental changes in consumer behavior are not going away, there is also a consensus that current fulfillment operations – as they are now – will not stand up to demand. .
Logistics Management
JANUARY 26, 2021
The national average—at $2.716—headed up $.02 cents.
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
JANUARY 26, 2021
LogiMAT 2021—the International Trade Show for Intralogistics Solutions and Process Management scheduled for June 22–24, 2021, in Stuttgart, Germany—has to be postponed due to the difficult ongoing situation with Covid-19. The organizer , EUROEXPO Messe- und Kongress-GmbH , has decided to push back the upcoming trade show to March 8–10, 2022, to give exhibitors the certainty they need for long-term planning.
Shippeo
JANUARY 26, 2021
Why real-time transportation visibility will help Poland become a growth champion.
FreightWaves SONAR
JANUARY 26, 2021
In logistics, many vital processes remain outdated and subject to manual management. Some of the largest enterprises are still using old and obsolete methods and platforms. This leaves shippers, carriers and freight managers alike vulnerable to disruption. Embracing a new and improved interoperability-driven approach that applies advanced logistics technology helps freight management parties realize improved profit margins.
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