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3 Myths About Voice-Warehouse Management System Integration

Logistics Viewpoints

One of the first things people ask when investigating voice picking and other mobile applications for their DC is “how will the new applications work with my existing systems?” There are 3 common myths when it comes to adding new voice solutions to existing host or warehouse management systems (WMS): The Legacy Myth – You need a Tier 1 WMS to use voice-directed mobile applications so you should replace your custom-built systems or upgrade your legacy WMS package before looking at other solutions

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NeoLife turns to Amware for Direct Sales Fulfillment

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

As one of the leading nutrition companies in the US, NeoLife, has seen its popularity soar as more Americans seek to adopt happier and healthier lives. The direct sales company’s growth has challenged its operations team to scale direct sales fulfillment capabilities to keep up.

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L.I.N.K.| Continuous Improvement in the Supply Chain

Food Logistics

Alexis Mizell-Pleasant, managing editor, sits down with Frank Dreischarf, Vice President of Supply Chain Solutions at R2 Logistics, to discuss improvement strategy during supply chain disruption and uncertainty, in part 2 of this 3-part series.

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Light-Duty Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles: Where’s the Traction?

NGT News

A new study from research firm Information Trends has found that 56,000 hydrogen fuel cell passenger vehicles had been sold worldwide by the end of 2022, with 30,000 of that total having sold in the past two years. The leading market, the company says, is South Korea. More than half of all fuel cell vehicle […] The post Light-Duty Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles: Where’s the Traction?

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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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Changes to air brake endorsement renewals are flawed

Truck News

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation recently unveiled a proposal to change the way Z endorsements for air brakes are renewed on a driver’s licence — introducing new learning modules and altering the way knowledge is verified.

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ProMat 2023: MHI Innovation Award finalists are announced

Logistics Management

MHI announced the four finalists chosen as the most innovative products in each category - Best New Innovation; Best Innovation of an Existing Product; and Best IT Innovation based on concept, value, and impact.

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FMCSA's under-21 driver pilot program worth the hassle?

Overdrive Online

There's great promise in the younger generation coming to trucking, but the FMCSA's Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program has been knocked from the start as prohibitively complicated for smaller carriers.

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XPO turns in strong Q4 2022 earnings results

Logistics Management

Revenue came in at $1.83 billion, for a 3.3% annual increase, and adjusted earnings per share, at $0.98, topped the $0.64 recorded for the same quarter a year ago. XPO officials cited various growth drivers that factored into its quarterly earnings growth, including growing volumes, pricing, margins, and earnings, in what is called a “challenging macro environment,” and growing its shipment count and tonnage, outperforming negative trends in the industry and typical seasonality.

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AI Blunders Like Google Chatbot’s Will Cause Trouble for More Firms, Say Experts

Supply Chain Brain

Shareholders were rattled after it emerged that a video demo of Google’s rival to the Microsoft-backed ChatGPT chatbot contained a flawed response to a question.

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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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Hexagon Purus Providing Logistics Company with Mobile Hydrogen Refueling

NGT News

Hexagon Purus, through its Wystrach GmbH hydrogen systems subsidiary, has received an order for mobile hydrogen refueling stations and stationary storage from Deutsche Bahn, a provider of mobility and logistics services worldwide. Hexagon Purus’ mobile hydrogen refueling stations and stationary storage, including its Type 4 hydrogen cylinders, will be used for rail and other mobile […] The post Hexagon Purus Providing Logistics Company with Mobile Hydrogen Refueling appeared first on NGT N

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Why Reliable Forecasting Is a Must-Have for Supply Chain Partners

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain partners have never had greater access to tools for data collection and analysis than they do now, but many are failing to take full advantage of these resources.

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Yellow CEO Hawkins says he’s ‘bullish on America’ despite tougher LTL environment

Logistics Management

Yellow Transportation, which has about 10% market share in the less-than-truckload (LTL) environment, paid the price for slackening demand in the overall trucking market in the fourth quarter. But Yellow executives say they are buoyed about the LTL market based on contract renewals coming in last month with 5-to-6% rate increases.

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How GPS Fleet Tracking Helps Municipalities be Successful in Winter

RasTrac

The winter season always brings a new set of challenges for municipalities. From clearing roads and sidewalks to managing snow removal operations, there is a lot on the plate of city workers.

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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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Podcast | Is Apple Leading a Radical Change in Sourcing Strategy?

Supply Chain Brain

For global high-tech manufacturers, is the pendulum swinging from outsourcing back to insourcing?

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How to Use Ebooks to Generate More Leads

Shippeo

Are you looking for ways to generate more leads for your business? Look no further! Ebooks can be an effective and powerful tool in your marketing arsenal. They can help you reach out to potential customers, build relationships, and increase your company’s brand awareness. Ebooks are becoming increasingly popular as the demand for digital content […] The post How to Use Ebooks to Generate More Leads apareció primero en Kotobee Blog.

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Logistics, The Real Super Bowl MVP

Blue Grace Logistics

Logistics, The Real Super Bowl MVP Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics Super Bowl requires logistics planning and execution to take advantage of the event’s revenue and profit opportunities. Here’s what’s involved. What’s in the article: Logistical Super Bowl venue preparations Top food and beverages transported and consumed during Super Bowl Transportation planning and execution is essential to

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Airport Pharma Handling Centre Grows

Logistics Business Magazine

The Vienna Airport Pharma Handling Centre (VPHC) increased its total tonnage by 64 percent in 2022 compared to the previous year. With the handling of more than 3,600 tons of pharmaceuticals, biotech products and other temperature-sensitive goods, an increase of over 1,400 tons was recorded. With the handling of another record tonnage, the highly modern and specialised facility further strengthens Vienna Airport as a relevant pharmaceutical hub for Central and Eastern Europe.

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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Shopify Offers Factory-to-Consumer Order Tracking

Supply Chain Brain

The partnership is part of a race among e-commerce platforms to build out logistics and fulfillment capabilities that can compete with retail behemoths such as Amazon.

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New Developments from META at LogiMAT

Logistics Business Magazine

Since last year and under the name META-ILS (Innovative Logistic Solutions), META, the warehouse technology specialist based in Arnsberg, Germany, has been covering the newly developed field of material conveyor technology. This will now be the focus of the company’s exhibition presentation. In addition, visitors to this year’s LogiMAT will be informed about the latest innovations and proven solutions in the company’s warehouse technology range.

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Log-hub launches Network Design Simulator

Log-hub

Game-changer in Supply Chain planning. Powerful tool available for simulating demand changes, analyzing growth potentials and risk impacts. This amazing new tool is designed to help Supply Chain Analysts and Engineers design, optimize, and analyze their Supply Chain by simulating various scenarios and comparing them based on important KPIs like transport and warehousing costs.

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Making Intralogistics Smart, Together

Logistics Business Magazine

Using this slogan, the Hamburg-based intralogistics and automation specialist STILL will be exhibiting innovative industrial trucks live in action in practical automation processes at this year’s LogiMAT trade fair from April 25 to 27th in Stuttgart, in Hall 10 at Stands 10B40, 10B41 and 10B51. A unique feature to date is the presentation of an integrated automation solution together with the KION Group’s sister company DEMATIC.

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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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China’s Balloon Was Capable of Spying on Communications, U.S. Says

Supply Chain Brain

The new details released on February 9, including the contention that the device was part of a broader military-directed fleet, will add to the strain on U.S.-China relations.

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ICHCA Welcomes Husky Terminal as Member

Logistics Business Magazine

Husky Terminal and Stevedoring, LLC of Tacoma, Washington state in the USA is a new member of ICHCA International, the global association representing cargo handling companies. Husky provides stevedoring services, container yard and railhead transfer operations as part of the Northwest Seaport Alliance at the port of Tacoma. It’s international ocean transportation terminal, services ocean carriers – Hapag Lloyd, Yang Ming, Ocean Network Express and Hyundai Merchant Marine – as

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3 Key Trends Shaping the Clinical Trial Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Clinical trial supply chains are constantly evolving, with new technologies and regulations impacting the way that clinical trials are conducted. In a new report, IQPC explores 3 key trends that are shaping the way that clinical trials are conducted globally and helping build a resilient and effective clinical trial supply chain.

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Jacuzzi Chooses Infor CloudSuite

Logistics Business Magazine

Infor® has announced Jacuzzi Brands Inc. has selected Infor ‘CloudSuite Industrial Enterprise’ to help improve inventory accuracy and supply chain efficiency, enhance customer experience and standardize business processes. “This was a tremendous opportunity for us to showcase our commitment to partnership, industry expertise and our incredibly talented teams,” said Infor EVP and General Manager Ed Allen.

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Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory

The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.

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Tesla Semi Skepticism Lingers Months After Musk’s First Delivery

Supply Chain Brain

The Tesla chief executive officer’s latest reveling had to do with the Semi, the heavy-duty truck that took five years to go from prototype to production.

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Alaska Service Announcement: Midnight Sun NB voyage 23021

Odyssey Logistics

Dear Valued Customers, Please review the latest alert from TOTE: Midnight Sun NB voyage 23021 is expected to depart Tacoma Thursday afternoon. Due to continued weather concerns affecting our shoal crossing, we anticipate an arrival in Anchorage on Sunday, February 12 with a 2200 work-start. Please see our terminal hours of operation below. Anchorage Terminal.