Thu.Jun 13, 2019

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Target Condition vs. Target

The Lean Thinker

This search question landed someone on my site yesterday, and I thought it would be a good one to try to answer specifically: why is lean manufacturing preferred to implement target condition as compared to target? In other words, what is the difference between a “target” and a “target condition?” Where this gets sticky is that there isn’t any canonical definition of either term.

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Summertime and the driving isn’t easy

Fleet Owner

With the sunshine of summer comes other challenges for fleets to watch out for on the road: from more construction to vacation traffic to heat and much more.

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Devising Ways to Move More Containers on the Mississippi River

Material Handling and Logistics

With larger ocean carrier container vessels, global growth in the container market and an effort to reduce truck traffic on the highway system, ports and regions are working together to provide container-on-barge and a proposed container-on-vessel service.

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3 reasons you should read your owner's manual

Fleet Owner

From oil changes to grease programs, your owner’s manual holds the key to maximizing your equipment’s performance. Here are three reasons you should read your owner’s manual today.

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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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Q&A: AAR President and CEO Ian Jefferies & SVP Policy and Economics John Gray

Logistics Management

The freight railroad sector is replete with many moving parts, including hauling various types of freight commodities and intermodal goods, as well as what is viewed as a very active regulatory environment. And there are other things, too, including technology, policy, the sector's role in the over all economy, among other things.

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TuSimple, Arizona community college partner on autonomous driving certificate program

Commercial Carrier Journal

The best way to survive upheaval is to take part in it – an effort of self-preservation that at least creates an opportunity for a soft landing for its participants.

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NACFE reveals fleets participating in 2019 Run on Less Regional

Fleet Owner

The North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) announced the 10 fleets that will be engaging in Run on Less Regional, a freight efficiency roadshow showcasing trucks operating in a variety of regional haul applications.

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AOBRD to ELD deadline near yearend: Switch not always easy as it might seem

Overdrive Online

Contrary to what some legacy e-log providers told us ahead of the mandate about updating then-current equipment to comply with the ELD spec, this small fleet safety director found that simple over-the-air software updates haven't been able to do the trick, for several reasons.

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Trail King aiding local welding, manufacturing programs

Fleet Owner

Trailer manufacturer Trail King Industries is supporting local students involved in welding and trade skills by partnering with technical schools, including the Welding and Manufacturing Technology (WMT) program at Mitchell Technical Institute (MTI).

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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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Depression in Truck Drivers: 5 Common Causes & How to Spot the Signs

United World Transporation

Today’s world is making great strides to reduce or eliminate the stigma that is associated with mental illness, including depression. According to the National Sleep Foundation, feeling sad every now and then is a fundamental part of the human experience, especially during difficult or trying times. Some signs of depression are persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, hopelessness and disinterest in things that were once enjoyed.

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FourKites shares insights on best transport management practices

Logistics Management

Air, sea, and surface transportation/logistics modes will be examined closely by panel of industry experts when the 2019 USC Marshal Global Supply Chain Excellence Summit convenes in August. Among the speakers will be Mathew Joseph Elenjickal , Founder and CEO, FourKites. In this exclusive interview, he shares a few insights on the current state on best management practices.

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[WHITE PAPER] Shipper of Choice & TMS: How a TMS Makes Shippers’ Freight More Attractive

GlobalTranz

Fill out the Form Below to Get a Free Copy of the White Paper to Your Inbox! Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “Shipper of Choice & TMS: How a TMS Makes Shippers’ Freight More Attractive” white paper! This is a must read for shippers who.read More. The post [WHITE PAPER] Shipper of Choice & TMS: How a TMS Makes Shippers’ Freight More Attractive appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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5 Best Practices for Effective Labor Management in the Warehouse/DC

Logistics Management

Download this new whitepaper to learn the 5 best practices that support an effective labor management approach.

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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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What You Need to Know About Retail Compliance

West Coast and California Logistics

If you’re a manufacturer, supplier or any other type of company seeking to do business with big box retailers, a key word to consider is “compliance.” Every retailer has its own distribution infrastructure – complete with its own processes and procedures that allow products to flow through to stores in the most efficient manner possible. They expect vendors to adhere to these processes and procedures.

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Making the Case for Using a Transportation Management System for Parcel Shipping

Logistics Management

We discuss the key pain points that all parcel shippers are dealing with right now and show how a multi-carrier transportation management system can help reduce costs, improve efficiencies, and improve the organizational bottom line.

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‘We will not quit until every last family in Ethiopia can afford a decent meal every day’

World Food Programme Logistics

Ahmed helps oil the cogs of Sub-Saharan Africa’s largest safety net Ahmed Nur Abdi Daud is the Somali Region PSNP coordinator who is working to eradicate hunger in his community. Photo: WFP/Martin Karimi Ahmed Nur Abdi Daud is a man on a mission to end hunger. He is a key ally of WFP’s in his role as one of the eight regional coordinators for the Government’s Productive Safety Net Programme (PSNP), arguably the biggest safety net in Sub-Saharan Africa reaching about 8 million people who would ot

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3 Best Practices to Scale Labeling Globally

Logistics Management

When managing a complex global supply chain, keep in mind that your labeling solution plays a critical role.

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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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Advice on Implementing Scheduling and Routing Software: Follow the Leaders!

Paragon

The post Advice on Implementing Scheduling and Routing Software: Follow the Leaders! appeared first on Paragon Routing.

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2nd Annual Trucking Fleet Management Survey

Logistics Management

Download This Complimentary eBook – 2019 Descartes Fleet Management Benchmark Study Findings

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Sortation Specialist VanRiet Names New Chief Executive

Logistics Business Magazine

VanRiet Material Handling Systems has named TGW Logistics Central Europe CEO Markus Augeneder as its new Chief Executive. The Austrian, who started work on June 1, replaces Rik van den Boog, who stepped down earlier this year. Since 2018, VanRiet has been part of MHS, an American provider of advanced parcel sortation systems, engineering, and equipment.

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Maritime opens Tilbury rail terminal

247 Customs Broker

Maritime Transport has relocated its Tilbury operation to a new rail connected distribution terminal near London Container Terminal. The terminal will handle mostly steel for… The post Maritime opens Tilbury rail terminal appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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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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Leeds Warehouse Fit Specialist Moves to New HQ

Logistics Business Magazine

Longstanding Leeds based warehouse fit-out specialist WSL, is expanding and relocating its headquarters, after acquiring a new site just outside the city centre that was on the market for less than two weeks with leading property consultancy Gent Visick. Warehouse Systems Limited has acquired the two-acre site on Brancepeth Place, fronting onto Armley Road, and close to its existing premises on Albion Business Park.

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Electric cargo trike gets market approval

247 Customs Broker

[og_img] The RadBurro electric cargo trike from Rad Power Bikes has received L2e-U type-approval and is set to make its European debut in June at… The post Electric cargo trike gets market approval appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Transporeon Reveals Data-driven Future of Transport Logistics

Logistics Business Magazine

Digital logistics specialist Transporeon has presented market-ready data-driven solutions at transport logistic 2019 in Munich (4-7 June) with the following product innovations: Connecting Load Agent, Offer Retrospect, and Offer Prediction. This year, Transporeon gave the visitors of the transport logistic fair a comprehensive impression of the smart, fully automated future of transport logistics.

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Isawitfirst.com partners with CollectPlus

247 Customs Broker

Online fashion retailer Isawitfirst.com has partnered with CollectPlus to offer its customers a store-based delivery and returns service option at one of 7,000+ CollectPlus Points… The post Isawitfirst.com partners with CollectPlus appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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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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BLG Logistics Reports 12% Growth for 2018

Logistics Business Magazine

BLG LOGISTICS GROUP has reported 12% annual growth in 2018. The group focuses on three divisions in Automobile, Contract, and Container Logistics. Altogether, the BLG Group generated sales of EUR 1 billion and 141.3 million in 2018. That was an increase of EUR 53.5 million. Earnings before tax (EBT) grew significantly by EUR 3.99 million or 11.9 percent to EUR 37.5 million.

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Closures set for I-15 through Las Vegas this weekend

247 Customs Broker

Truckers planning to be driving north on I-15 through Las Vegas this weekend should plan to use alternate routes as crews will have sections of… The post Closures set for I-15 through Las Vegas this weekend appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Alaska Fuel Surcharge Decrease: Effective Sunday, June 30, 2019

Odyssey Logistics

AFF’s primary ocean carrier serving Alaska is lowering their fuel surcharge by two percentage points for Alaska services on June 30th. American Fast Freight’s fuel surcharge will be reduced for Alaska from 29% to 27% effective Sunday, June 30, 2019. If you have additional questions please contact your Transportation Consultant or Customer Service at (800).