Thu.Aug 30, 2018

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Keeping Up with Customer Demands in the Ever-Evolving Supply Chain

Now, That's Logistics

As global supply chains extend outward and become increasingly intertwined, keeping up with evolving customer expectations isn’t getting any easier. Here are four ways to do it. Additional languages available. With Amazon’s Prime program alone shipping 5 billion items worldwide last year, the logistics and transportation industry is in unprecedented growth mode right now.

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Finding a Warehouse in Today’s High-Demand Market

Talking Logistics

Finding the right warehouse is arguably one of the most important decisions your company will make. It has the potential to be not only be a powerful, industry-leading storage and shipping center, but also the literal hub of your logistics — including returns, reshipments, and other nuanced supply chain tasks. It needs the ability to grow with your ambitions without demanding too much of your bottom line, and there are a lot of configuration and feature choices to weigh before signing on t

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Fleets widely adopting telematics, but need a deeper dive

Fleet Owner

New study examines the extent of fleet telematics use and what transportation businesses are doing to bring on and try to keep the best drivers.

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A broker by any other name

DC Velocity

Digitally focused startups believe there is much low-hanging fruit in traditional brokerage operations. But the fruit picking has taken an unexpected turn.

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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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P.A.M. orders 550 Peterbilt trucks installed with FlowBelow Aerokits

Fleet Owner

FlowBelow Aero Inc. announced that P.A.M. Transportation Services Inc. plans to install 550 new Peterbilt 579s with its aerodynamic kits. P.A.M. is a truckload carrier based in Arkansas.

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RFID Enables Industrie 4.0

Logistics Viewpoints

Walmart that was pursuing RFID as an evolutionary step to manage inventory throughout the entire supply chain. However, the interest subsided until the 2010’s, when RFID technology was reignited by the fervor of Industrie 4.0 and the rise of IIoT in manufacturing. . The post RFID Enables Industrie 4.0 appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Higher and hirer

DC Velocity

The opioid crisis is challenging companies looking for temporary workers. Here are some tips to manage hiring during the holiday surge.

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Trucking by the Numbers 2018: A look at drivers

Fleet Owner

The most important asset that a fleet has, and also the most complex, is its drivers.

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Survey: investments in telematics outpace use of data

DC Velocity

Many fleets use tech for regulatory compliance, but fail to analyze the metrics, says Teletrac Navman.

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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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H. W. 'Knap' Knapheide III, Knapheide president, dies at 72

Fleet Owner

Knap was the fifth-generation family member to run Knapheide, which was founded in 1848 in Quincy.

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A year after Harvey: Reminders to combat complacency in disaster recovery

DC Velocity

Mother nature won't wait for businesses to get their act together, writes Peter Edlund. .

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JLL paper examines impact of Supreme Court internet sales tax ruling on logistics site selection

Logistics Management

The JLL paper, entitled “Supreme Court ruling on internet sales tax clears the air,” examines the implications of the Supreme Court’s decision for retailers, in terms of how this ruling may affect logistics space needs for small online retailers.

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7 Reasons ERP Systems Can Increase the Productivity of Your Manufacturing Industry

GlobalTranz

ERP systems are a raging trend in the corporate arena these days – these miraculous platforms are a sure shot way to infuse productivity into your routine operations! The manufacturing industry is experiencing a global boom, and this is the very reason that modern manufacturers need a great ERP solution to improve efficiency. The Manufacturing Industry Faces a Number of Challenges in its Daily Functioning ERP systems can augment smooth workflow and speed up inventory management, manage market fl

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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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Weber Opens New Long Beach Drayage Facility

West Coast and California Logistics

Weber Logistics has opened a new port drayage facility in Long Beach, CA, less than 1 mile from the port. Situated within the Overweight Corridor, this new facility will handle Los Angeles and Long Beach port drayage, as well as transloading, and weight reduction for overweight loads to make them compliant with California highway regulations.

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The Apparel Logistics Group's Net Promoter Score Surveys

Apparel Logistics

At The Apparel Logistics Group, we know our customers are key to our success. That's why we ensure we're not just meeting but exceeding our customer expectations. We want to know what we're doing right, and doing wrong so that we can improve our services and our customers' experience. We believe this self-reflection and evaluation helps us establish and maintain trusted relationships with our customers now and in the future.

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Drivewyze adds six weigh station bypass sites in Missouri

Fleet Owner

Activation began after the installation of new weigh-in-motion sensors embedded in the roadway.

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Spread Your Business By Hiring Logistics Service Provider India

AAJ Enterprises

Over the past few years, India has secured its position as one of the most developed countries in the world. The core reason behind such progress is the management of supply chains through third party logistics. Every commercial business requires a 3PL company to monitor and handle the transportation of various goods across different cities in India.

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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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DriverReach partners with Driver iQ to expedite employment process

Fleet Owner

CDL Applicant Tracking Software to implement secure, up-to-date background checks on applicants.

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From the industry: Driving predictive maintenance 

Automotive Logistics

Connected cars are set to hit the mainstream: market penetration is expected to soar from 38.9% in 2018 to 80.7% in 2022, according to statistics provider Statista, which will have a significant impact for logistics companies working in the aftersales market. In particular, connected cars are paving the way for predictive maintenance, which offers additional challenges and opportunities for spare parts deliveries. .

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Case Study: It’s a Shoe-in at Skechers EDC

Logistics Business Magazine

The Belgian municipality of Herstal near Liège is a paradise for all shoe lovers: The place is home to the European Distribution Centre for American shoe manufacturer Skechers. It is from this site, that the company is responsible for distributing its sports and casual shoes to the entire European market. Skechers has automated many operations in its 118.000 m2 facility to speed up processes.

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Mantenerse al día con las demandas de los clientes en la cadena de suministro en constante evolución

Now, That's Logistics

A medida que las cadenas de suministro globales se extienden y se entrelazan cada vez más, mantenerse al día con las cambiantes expectativas de los clientes no se hace más fácil. Aquí hay cuatro formas de hacerlo. Con el programa Prime de Amazon solo enviando 5 mil millones de artículos en todo el mundo el año pasado, la industria de la logística y el transporte está en un modo de crecimiento sin precedentes en este momento.

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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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Case Study: Tote Sortation Project for Leading Car Maker

Logistics Business Magazine

Leicester based, BS Handling Systems has completed an automated sortation project for the BMW Group at its MINI plant in Oxford. The sortation system has been designed to sort and return empty totes and pallets in the ILC building (80) at the Oxford plant. Located in the Rudolph and Hellmann controlled area, BS Handling has installed an 80 metre loop roller conveyor which sorts empty totes by both colour and size.

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Acompanhando as demandas dos clientes através da evolução da cadeia de suprimentos

Now, That's Logistics

Com a expansão das cadeias de fornecimento globais, se tornando cada vez mais interligadas, acompanhar as expectativas dos clientes é um trabaho árduo. Conheça as melhores maneiras de atender à estas necessidades específicas. A indústria de logística está em plena ascenção, vide exemplo do programa Prime da Amazon que transportou 5 bilhões de itens ao redor do mundo no ano passado.

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Yale Names New Area Business Director for Southern Europe

Logistics Business Magazine

Michael Ganem has been promoted to Area Business Director, Southern Europe for Yale Europe Materials Handling. The Parisian will lead the Southern European team in continuing the development of the Yale® brand across the region. The spotlight will remain on driving the established dealer network to grow profitable market share, as well as providing support to new dealer start-ups.

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NAFTA Talks to Continue as Trump Says They're on Track for Deal

Material Handling and Logistics

Canada's foreign minister sees spirit of compromise but ‘huge’ workload remains. Talks to update NAFTA are edging toward their next deadline with signs of optimism from President Donald Trump and other key figures, as the U.S. and Canada push to resolve enough differences to trigger a countdown to sign a new deal. Key U.S. and Canadian government figures met again Wednesday, book-ended by meetings of lower-level trade officials set to work through the night.

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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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German Warehouse Cooperative to Stage Innovation Day

Logistics Business Magazine

German warehousing and transport cooperative Logcoop has issued invitations to its 3rd Innovation Day, to be staged in the Landscape Park, Duisburg-Nord on the 11th of next month. Topics for the forum include the impact of digitisation on the economy, transport logistics optimisation, as well as day-to-day business issues such Central Settlement and Factoring.

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Food Produce Specialist Signs 7-Year Trailer Deal with TIP

Logistics Business Magazine

Fourth generation family company Huntapac Produce Ltd has recently taken delivery of five brand-new 13.4m Gray & Adams single temperature refrigerated trailers from TIP Trailer Services as part of a seven-year deal that includes full repair and maintenance of the Carrier trailer fridge systems. The decision by Huntapac to acquire these latest trailers from TIP follows on from the service they received last Christmas from TIP, who supplied a number of refrigerated trailers in an emergency sit

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