Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
One of the major trends driving TMS implementations is the technology’s proven ROI. Primarily, a TMS can save companies money by lowering their freight spend. An ARC survey on the ROI of TMS found that respondents indicated freight savings of approximately 8 percent with the use of a TMS application, a 2 percent improvement from the last time ARC surveyed TMS users.
GlobalTranz
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
LTL peak season takes place during the holiday shopping season each year, and if last year’s shoppers are any indicator, the LTL peak season for 2018 will excel past all records. This is even more likely thanks to tight capacity , fewer drivers on the road and even refusals to ship freight from full truckload carriers. Shippers need to understand what’s contributing to a higher-than-usual LTL peak season and how to prepare for it to keep freight spend in check.
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Fleet Owner
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
In the American Civil War, some soldiers wore gaiters, a protective legging that would keep rocks and dirt out of boots (or brogans, if you've ever heard that word) that were often only ankle-high. Some WWI GIs had "puttees," which work similarly.
Material Handling and Logistics
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
A majority of transport companies view geopolitical uncertainty as the biggest threat facing the sector – from escalating international trade wars to growing concerns around Brexit.
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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.
DC Velocity
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
Lineage Logistics and Dreisbach Enterprises launch temperature-controlled food storage and transportation facility at California's Port of Oakland.
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DC Velocity
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
Best results will come from unexpected places, IBM exec tells 3PL conference.
Fleet Owner
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
The OEM is also looking to attract small businesses and larger fleets that are already customers of International’s MV and LT Series trucks.
LoGo
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
This post will convince you on why you should start sending Email Marketing as part of your logistics business’ marketing strategy! O post Logistics Email: How to use this tool and get excellent results in 2019 apareceu primeiro em Blog LoGo.
Fleet Owner
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
North American Class 8 factory shipments are now forecast to be 350,000 units in 2019, up 8% year over year, according to FTR's latest forecast.
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
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
With the election now concluded, it is time for members of Congress on both sides of the aisle to truly roll up their sleeves and make some inroads on the transportation infrastructure front.
Fleet Owner
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
The demand for trucks, combined with lower fuel prices, helped slow recent declines in the national average spot van rate.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Pick ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This post from Elemica’s blog discusses the role of Digital Supply Networks in enabling digital transformation journeys.
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
Falling 1.7 cents, the average price per gallon now stands at $3.338, following last weeks 2.5-cent decline and the previous week’s 1.4-cent drop.
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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.
GoShip Blog
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping is one of the best possible solutions for small businesses and shippers. LTL shipping has many benefits, and the most significant of them is cost saving. You don’t have to use a full truck for your shipment, and the capacity is shared with other shippers so that you only pay for the space your freight uses. If you have already decided on picking an LTL shipping service, there is an important thing to do – choose the right carrier.
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
Earlier this week, Chicago-based project44, a technology services provider offering standardized, secure Web service API (application programming interfaces) integrations enabling 3PLs and shippers to connect with carriers in real time, said that its advanced visibility offerings are now available within the Oracle Transportation Management Cloud and Oracle Transportation Management version 6.4.2 or higher.
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
ConFoot Ltd is introducing the latest addition to its product line, which it says will make it much easier to observe SOLAS regulations quickly and effectively. SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) regulations require containers to be weighed accurately before vessel loading. The ConFoot CFW therefore electronic scales attached to all 4 legs, and containers including contents can be easily and reliably weighed anywhere, anytime, with no additional equipment required.
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
While cost reductions will vary by site and fleet health, the first step is to develop a fleet management data foundation to support decision-making.
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Logistics Manager
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
Cargotec subsidiary, Hiab recently completed the acquisition Italy-based crane manufacturer Effer S.p.A. from CTE Group. The signing of the transaction was officially announced on July 31 st 2018. The new acquisition will help reinforce Hiab as the global leader in on-road load handling solutions and major step towards becoming the leader in cranes and preferred partner for their customers.
Automotive Logistics
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
Jaguar Land Rover has announced it will open a technical engineering office in Budapest, Hungary, early next year to support the management of its European supply chain. It follows the official opening of its €1.4 billion assembly plant in Nitra (pictured), in neighbouring Slovakia, on October 25. Nick Rogers, executive director of product engineering, said the office would support JLR’s collaboration with suppliers located in central and eastern Europe.
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
Mitsubishi subsidiary UniCarriers Europe has hired Jonas Tornerefelt as Executive Vice President (EVP) Sales & Marketing. He succeeds the retiring Bengt Kristiansson and will take over fully after a handover phase on 1 January 2019. Kristiansson is to remain with the company as strategic advisor to UniCarriers President Masashi Takamatsu. “With Jonas Tornerefelt, we welcome a proven logistics expert to our team who has 19 years of experience in the forklift industry,” explains Ma
Airfreight Logistics
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
CargoLogicAir , the British all-cargo airline and the U.K.s only main-deck cargo airline, recently showed their expertise in live animal transportation when the flew elite racehorses from the United States to Europe aboard two Boeing 747 freighter flights. The transportation project carried out at the end of October followed the air cargo carrier being awarded a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) licence.
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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.
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
Chinese shoe producer Aokang has put into operation its new distribution centre in Shanghai, in which Interroll’s vertical crossbelt sorter plays a vital role. “Our idea was to create a distribution centre that benefits as much as possible from automated solutions, so as to maximize efficiency. We were planning for this project for some three years to find the best solution,” says Guo Yong, general manager at Aokang.
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
By Kenco ·. November 7, 2018. When it comes to an enterprise’s understanding of the costs and asset lifecycle planning issues surrounding material handling fleets, there is often a lack of visibility into the full range of issues and costs involved. The pressure to keep operations and goods moving means many enterprises don’t stop to build an information foundation for fleet management.
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
SSI Schaefer has engineered a fully automated deep-freeze warehouse for Aviko Germany. Deep-freeze logistics places huge demands on space utilization, performance, availability, and energy efficiency. To meet these requirements, Aviko, one of the global market leaders in frozen potato products, decided to expand and modernize existing plants and selected SSI Schaefer as the general contractor for intralogistics.
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
Earlier this week, Chicago-based project44, a technology services provider offering standardized, secure Web service API (application programming interfaces) integrations enabling 3PLs and shippers to connect with carriers in real time, said that its advanced visibility offerings are now available within the Oracle Transportation Management Cloud and Oracle Transportation Management version 6.4.2 or higher.
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
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
ORBCOMM, which specialises in Machine-to-Machine (M2M) and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, has launched its next-generation solution for remote monitoring and control of refrigerated containers travelling by land, rail or sea for uninterrupted visibility of operations, improved efficiency and reduced costs. ORBCOMM’s CT 3000 series provides wireless connectivity through its ruggedized hardware and a Cloud-based analytics platform and information management engine for optimal asset management
Automotive Logistics
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
Russia’s deputy prime minister, Dmitry Kozak, has announced plans to raise the utilisation fee on imported vehicles by 30%, to help fund an increase in the subsidies provided to export projects in the automotive sector. Both Russian assembly plants and importers have been subject to the utilisation fee since 2014. The tax is used to push OEMs towards greater localisation, as the costs are refunded on finished vehicles assembled in Russian plants but not on imported ones.
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
A Revolutionary New Concept that Shapes the Electric Era of Supersport Motorcycles. MILAN, ITALY – November 7, 2018 – At EICMA 2018 KYMCO announced the launch of KYMCO SuperNEX, a fusion of “supersport” and “electric” that delivers everything modern supersport riders dream of. SuperNEX side. “While people have no doubt that the next era of personal transportation is electric,” said Allen Ko, KYMCO chairman.
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