DC Velocity

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

GE and IBM advise launching internal pilots of emerging technologies, Project44 speakers say.

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Automotive Logistics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Escalating trade wars look set to be the new risk frontier in the automotive supply chain. With countries and trading blocs starting to retaliate against US moves to raise tariffs, open trade borders are closing in quickly. On July 6, 2018, the US began imposing a 25% tax on $34 billion of Chinese imports. In August, tariffs were added to $16 billion of Chinese goods, and the US has threatened to apply levies on the remaining $267 billion of imports from the country.

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Helping your drivers understand the root causes of distracted driving, encouraging best practices, and using technology to implement training and reinforce corrective actions can significantly decrease the likelihood of accidents occurring on our nation's roads.

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Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Seegrid has launched a vision guided vehicle, a data analytics and reporting offering, and enhanced functionality of its Seegrid Supervisor fleet management software.

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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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DC Velocity

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Integration of 2017 acquisition forms PowerFleet division, to be located in new Florida facility.

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Morai Logistics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

To compete in today’s digital marketplace, supply chains must build a framework that prioritizes visibility, supplier diversity, technology and the customer experience. Survey results from ‘623 supply chain professionals across 17 countries’, concluded that one of the top industry challenges was ‘facing global competition’. Over the last two decades, the competitive landscape of supply chain and logistics has changed considerably.

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Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

The Pledge targets transit buses, shuttle buses, package and delivery trucks, urban “box” trucks, yard tractors, port handling equipment and regional Class 7/8 drayage trucks.

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Now, That's Logistics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Three Key Trends in IoT, Robotics, and Wearables. Additional languages available. In the race to exceed customer expectations and capitalize on competitive differentiators, warehouses and distribution centers (DCs) are serving as strategic assets instead of just “places to store stuff.” By optimizing workflows and order picking/packing accuracy; improving inventory management; and better utilizing human labor, technology is literally reshaping the logistics industry.

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DC Velocity

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Initiative seen as first to offer education break to drivers' dependents.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Every acquisition has its growing pains, right? Well, Amazon is seeing that now with its acquisition of Whole Foods as a group of Whole Foods employees are seeking to establish a union for the company’s 85,000+ workers. The group recently wrote a letter to Whole Foods employees citing that they are concerned about the “direction of Whole Foods in an Amazon era.

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DC Velocity

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Deal adds Texas presence for firm's data capture services business, Barcoding says.

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Now, That's Logistics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Três principais tendências em IoT, robótica eWearables. Na intenção de continuar superando as expectativas dos clientes e capitalizar os diferenciais competitivos, armazéns e centros de distribuição (DCs) estão servindo como ativos estratégicos, em vez de apenas “locais para armazenar coisas”. Otimizando fluxos de trabalho e a precisão na separação / empacotamento de pedidos; melhorar o gerenciamento de estoques; e utilizando melhor o trabalho humano, a tecnologia está literalmente remodelando o

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DC Velocity

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Power unit designed to handle repetitive hauls over short distances.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Already this year the company expanded its testing facilities to 50,000 square feet from 6,800 square feet.

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

August freight shipments, at 1.227, rose 6% annually and were off 1.4% compared to July, and August freight expenditures, at 2.917, increased 16.7% annually and were up 0.6% compared to July.

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

New Love’s travel stop is another fuel option as Florence hits east coast.

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Commerce reported that August retail sales, at $509 billion, were up 0.1% compared to July and were up 6.6% annually. NRF also reported a 0.1% gain from July to August, with its data excluding automobiles, gasoline stations, and restaurants. Compared to August 2017, it reported a 5% gain, with the economy continuing to show strength amid concerns over the trade war.

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Kane is Able

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

I look forward to this week every year. It's National Truck Driver Appreciation week as designated by the ATA (American Trucking Associations). All week long we have been celebrating one of our most important associate bases -- our fantastic drivers. Our drivers deliver more than 2 billion pounds of goods annually and never take a day off from demonstrating the values of the KANE Code.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Trinity Logistics proudly welcomes Jay McCutcheon to the team in a newly created position, Vice President of Marketing. As Vice President of Marketing, McCutcheon will be responsible for the strategic planning, development, and implementation of all marketing programs, communications, and initiatives at Trinity Logistics, providing direct leadership and oversight to the Marketing Team.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Omnichannel supply chains are increasing in complexity and prevalence for good reason. Omnichannel customers have a tendency to spend more than their brick-and-mortar counterparts, explains Digital Commerce 360 , making them an ideal way for retailers to stay competitive and reach more customers. As 2018 progresses, Warehouse Managers need to understand the risk of not going omnichannel, why demand is increasing, and a few tips to meet such demands.

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Rail carloads, at 253,293, were up 2.6% compared to the same week last year. Intermodal containers and trailers, at 248,915, increased 5.8% annually.

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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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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Refrigeration specialist Thermo King has partnered with rental specialist Petit Forestier to showcase an all-electric, zero-emission and zero-noise refrigerated van at the IAA Commercial Vehicles Show on Sept. 20-27 in Hannover, Germany. Petit Forestier’s Renault Master Z.E., a 3,1 ton electric van equipped with the market-first and IAA premiere Thermo King E-200 full-electric refrigeration unit will be available to visitors at the FG M43 stand in the outdoor area of the exhibition grounds.

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Related Articles. Georgia gains inland port. The Appalachian Regional Port provides an alternative to an all-truck dray to and from the Port of Savannah. On the Surface: Precision timing. Signs show the precision scheduled railroading operating model has paid off for CSX. CSX realigns management structure. The moves are designed to eliminate “bureaucracy and long-standing silos.”. &#

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Six forklift trucks from Konecranes have been delivered to DP World Jebel Ali Terminal 1 in Dubai, UAE. The SMV16-1200C has a lifting capacity of 16 metric tons at 1200 mm and a wheelbase of 3750 mm. It is equipped with overload protection system, disabled forklift operation when seatbelt is disengaged and Groeneveld Greensight reverse system. The latter is an obstacle detection system combining reverse camera with ultrasound sensors for enhanced safety.

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Related Articles. Hearing on positive train control progress Thursday. House subcommittee will get input from industry leaders as the deadline for implementation nears. Union Pacific train control on track. The Class I railway says it will meet deadlines for installation of wireless communication system. KCS remains positive on cross-border trade.

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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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Airfreight Logistics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

The handling and transportation of general cargo is a routine process for most forwarders and airlines. It’s their “bread and butter” shipments, and with well-established rules and safety standards in place, moving this type of cargo can be done by just about any reputable freight forwarder and airline. Moving up in complexity, other verticals such as shipping perishables require even more dedicated resources and expertise to ship this cargo correctly.

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Related Articles. Eagle Express X arrives in Los Angeles. New APL service offers 11-day transit from Shanghai to California. OCEAN Alliance blanking voyages. Several sailings will be withdrawn on the Asia-Europe trade around China’s Golden Week festival in early October. Vancouver reports tonnage growth. The Canadian port handled 72.1 million metric tons of cargo during the first half of the year.

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Now, That's Logistics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Tres tendencias clave en IoT, Robótica y Wearables. En la carrera por superar las expectativas del cliente y capitalizar los diferenciadores competitivos los almacenes y centros de distribución (DC) sirven como activos estratégicos en lugar de simplemente “lugares para almacenar cosas” Optimizando los flujos de trabajo y la precisión en la selección / empaquetado de pedidos; mejorando la gestión de inventario; y utilizando mejor el trabajo humano, la tecnología literalmente está remo

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