Wed.Jun 09, 2021

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Some Effects of Climate Change on Shipping

MTS Logistics

Earlier this year, giant tanker Christophe de Margerie crossed its Northern Sea route without an icebreaker. As a result of the global climate crisis, the ice sheets in and around the North Pole are melting, revealing a fortune. The decisions humanity will make over the next 30 years will determine our future on the planet. In January 2021, there was a very important event that escaped the attention of the world.

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FedEx to Blaze the Trail of Mobile Robotics Interoperability

Logistics Viewpoints

MassRobotics announced (May 18th) the release of what it claimed to be the “ World’s First Open Source Autonomous Mobile Robot Interoperability Standards.” The MassRobotics AMR Interoperability Standard is designed to assist organizations in the deployment of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) from multiple vendors and have them work together in the same environment, better realizing the promise of warehouse and factory automation.

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5 Things to Know About Expanding into Latin America

Now, That's Logistics

A region made up of over 30 countries, each of which has its own unique culture, customs, dialects, federal regulations, currency, tariffs, and customer preferences, Latin America or “LATAM” presents new opportunities for shippers to expand their cross-border operations and serve a broader audience of global buyers. An enticing proposition for companies that have experienced success in their own markets, and that want to leverage existing web and distribution infrastructures, cross-border trade

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White House releases findings from supply chain-focused executive order

Logistics Management

Following an executive order issued by the White House in February, entitled “America’s Supply Chains,” calling for a 100-day review to identify near-term steps it can take, including with Congress, “to address vulnerabilities in the supply chain” for four groups of critical goods, this week the White House issued key findings from the reviews directed under the Executive Order, in addition to immediate actions it will take to “strengthen American supply chains to promote economic security, nati

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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Empowering Value-Based Decision Making in Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Brain

The Anaplan for Supply Chain solution, offered on the Anaplan cloud-native platform, takes a holistic approach to supply chain management by enabling real-time visibility across the network.

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A Retailer's Guide to Optimizing Post-Covid Labor and Operations

Supply Chain Brain

Adapting to the rapidly changing landscape will require many retailers and distributors to look twice at their tools, technologies and fulfillment strategies.

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Pallet Prices Up 400% Amid Shortage

ShipLilly

Piles of euro type cargo pallets at a recycling business area. There is a pallet supply criss according to a report by the United Fresh Produce Association. Given the various uses of pallets, this shortage is bound to affect many industries directly and indirectly. For example, the lack of pallets has a tremendous effect on the supply chain for many companies.

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How Demand Management Enables Supply Chain and Financial Resiliency

Supply Chain Brain

In a period of extended disruption, many companies are treading water, and it might seem unwise to make bold moves toward adoption of a new supply chain model.

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Oshkosh Unveils New Platform of Electric Fire, Emergency Vehicles

NGT News

Oshkosh Corp., a company that specializes in mission-critical vehicles and essential equipment, says its Fire & Emergency segment has unveiled the Volterra platform of electric fire and emergency vehicles. The Pierce Volterra zero-emissions pumper and Striker Volterra performance hybrid aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) vehicle feature patented Oshkosh Corp. battery-electric vehicle (BEV) and hybrid […].

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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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Watch: Tracking the COVID-19 Crisis in India

Supply Chain Brain

Bert Burger, economist and resident expert on India with Atradius, details the state of that country’s struggle to contain the COVID-19 virus.

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Lightning eMotors Names New Head of Lightning Energy, VP of Manufacturing

NGT News

Lightning eMotors, a provider of commercial zero-emission vehicles for fleets, has named a new head of its Lightning Energy division and a new vice president of global manufacturing. Brandon McNeil has been appointed vice president of Lightning Energy, reporting to Kash Sethi, chief revenue officer. In this newly created role, McNeil will lead the company’s […].

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Negotiating 3PL Warehousing Contracts

West Coast and California Logistics

While the supply chain benefits of working with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider are commonly understood, some companies still feel uncertainty when negotiating the warehousing contract at the outset. In this article, we’ll examine some of the key contract considerations and provide helpful tips for getting warehousing relationships off on the right foot.

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Hyliion Starts Expansion of Texas Headquarters

NGT News

Hyliion Holdings Corp., a company that specializes in electrified powertrain solutions for Class 8 semi-trucks, has begun an expansion of its Austin, Texas, headquarters. Driven by a growing staff and the need for additional installation and testing capacity, the multi-million-dollar project will be broken into three stages, focusing on increased office space, a reconfigured installation […].

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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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Already? That's right, quarterly estimated taxes are due Tuesday

Overdrive Online

Set aside the time to deal with the administrative side of your business. Like preventive maintenance on your truck, proper attention now will save you hours and money in the future and lower your stress, setting you up for better decision-making.

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time:matters expands Sameday Air service between Europe and USA via Paris

Supply Chain Brain

Time-critical shipment specialist time:matters has announced the expansion of its Sameday Air service between Europe and the U.S. via Paris.

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XPO Logistics files Form 10 registration statement with SEC for GXO Logistics

Logistics Management

The company said that this Form 10 was filed in connection with the XPO’s planned spin-off of its logistics unit into a separate publicly traded company, which was initially announced in December, 2020. And it noted that the spin-off is expected to be completed in the third quarter, adding that GXO will be traded on the New York Stock Exchange.

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Three Things to Look for in a Forklift Service Provider

Supply Chain Brain

Here are three numbers that can help determine if your service and maintenance program is performing in the ways you need.

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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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Shyft Group Unveils Plans for Medium-Duty All-Electric Chassis Platform

NGT News

The Shyft Group Inc., a company that specializes in vehicle manufacturing and assembly for the commercial and fleet vehicle industries, has unveiled plans to bring to market an all-electric purpose-built Class 3 chassis platform designed to serve a wide array of medium-duty truck markets. Shyft Innovations, Shyft Group’s mobility research and development team, will introduce […].

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How to Mitigate Risk in Your Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

International trade is complex due to global networks consisting of manufacturers, business partners, suppliers, and other third parties with the possibility of risk in every link within the supply chain. To successfully mitigate these potential risks, it is important for you to understand the myriad connections that may trigger exposure.

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Prologis report highlights sustainability

Logistics Business Magazine

More than a decade after the publication of its first Environmental stewardship, Social Responsibility and Governance (ESG) report, Prologis has released its 2020 ESG Sustainability Report. Prologis says ESG is woven into its fabric, informing decision-making from the boardroom to all corners of its global operation. Its organisational commitment to ESG is strengthened by its inherent alignment with the strategic blueprint of the company, the business imperatives it calls the 3Cs: Customer Centr

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Ossia and Sensata-Xirgo Launch Wireless Power Trailer Tracker System

Supply Chain Brain

Ossia, a specialist in wireless power, has announced a collaboration with Sensata-Xirgo Technologies to create the Cota-powered Trailer Tracking Yard Management Solution.

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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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Dematic develops automated DC for Italian apparel customer

Logistics Business Magazine

Dematic is close to completing a fully-automated distribution centre located in Trecate, Italy for the global luxury group, Kering. The project has been developed by a constant exchange of information, commitment and collaboration to build a lasting partnership and achieve the best outcome. The first part of the building has been operating since March 2020, and the second part (over 100,000 sq m) is scheduled to be operating by the end of the second quarter 2021.

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JBS Paid Hackers $11 Million After Cyberattack Hit Plants

Supply Chain Brain

JBS USA said it paid $11 million in ransom to the criminals responsible for the cyberattack that disrupted operations across North America and Australia.

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Interim sales leadership makes a lasting impression

Truck News

In spite of strong growth at our company I have been concerned for some time about the long-term leadership of our sales efforts. People, strategies and technology are changing so rapidly that I am having trouble leading the company while finding time to stay “sales-relevant.” It reminds me of my experience at MSM Transportation in […].

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Obtaining Insurance as a Last-Mile Delivery Service Provider

Supply Chain Brain

The question isn’t whether or not last-mile delivery services should carry insurance, but rather what insurance program is right for each business.

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Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability

How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps. Discover how these strategies can boost your enterprise's financial health, helping not only to keep up but to excel in today's market.

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First Line Software commits to UK with association membership

Logistics Business Magazine

First Line Software , a premier provider of software engineering, software enablement, and digital transformation advisory services to global clients, has signalled its serious intention to strengthen its existing presence in the UK logistics sector by joining UKWA (UK Warehousing Association) and AMHSA (Automated Material Handling Systems Association).

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Deliver Agility with an Expanded Vision for S&OP

Supply Chain Brain

In a less certain and unpredictable world, every business needs agility. Traditional S&OP misses the key opportunities to improve business outcomes.

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JLT reveals next-generation rugged tablet

Logistics Business Magazine

JLT Mobile Computers , a leading developer of computers for demanding environments, has launched the Android 9-based next generation MT3010A tablet computer. With its small 10-inch form factor and light weight, the fully rugged tablet is ideal for deployment in markets such as warehousing, logistics, food and beverage, transportation, and ports, according to JLT.