Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

JUNE 30, 2021

While all shipping costs are transportation costs, not all transportation costs are shipping costs. Shipping costs are merely one category of transportation costs in logistics. Online sellers often equate shipping costs with the direct charges from parcel carriers. As a result, efforts to reduce transportation costs may fail to consider the many other areas that drive up the transportation cost bucket – and drive down profit.

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Cost Reduction Transportation Logistics eCommerce 156

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 30, 2021

Marisa Brown, Senior Principal Research Lead, Supply Chain Management at APQC (American Productivity & Quality Center) recently gave a presentation at ARC Advisory Group’s Supply Chain Forum. In her presentation, Ms. Brown examined supplier risk during a crisis, supply chain disruption, supply chain risk, and how organizations can shift from surviving to thriving.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chains Presentation 136

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

Our third annual trends report offers a picture of the latest challenges and opportunities in the manufacturing industry. As before, our intent is to unlock insights that manufacturing companies can use to better prepare for the year ahead.

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NGT News

JUNE 30, 2021

Chicago Area Clean Cities (CACC), a nonprofit coalition that promotes clean transportation in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, has released an Alternative Fuel Corridors Study that looks at vehicle usage and infrastructure needs for the Chicago region. The study maps the existing alternative fuel sites in the six-county Chicago area and throughout Illinois, and in […].

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Study Transportation 105

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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.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

Automation in operations, manufacturing, finance and marketing have enabled significant improvements in productivity. So where does technology go from here? Robotic process automation holds the answer.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

Brian Umbenhauer, leader for consulting with Deloitte Private, reveals the findings of the firm’s latest survey of private companies and their approach to managing global supply chains in a crisis.

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Survey Supply Chains 119

Truck News

JUNE 30, 2021

There’s no easy answer to the truck parking crisis, but I’m sure there’s a better answer than forcing drivers to choose between paying to park their boss’ truck or sleeping on a freeway on-ramp. In many parts of Canada and the U.S. there is insufficient parking available to meet demand. There are many reasons for […].

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

Investors are pouring billions into successful global marketplace sellers and businesses, providing back-end resources to expand internationally.

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Magaya

JUNE 30, 2021

As supply chains begin to stabilize and markets start to even out, trade is flourishing. Both imports and exports are now on the rise as nations look to jumpstart struggling economies and get trade back on track.

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Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Freight forwarding Optimization 98

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 Network Optimization Software

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

Whether you’re shipping furniture, appliances, electronics, or any other non-conveyable items, the in-home delivery of your products represents a very personal touchpoint for consumers.

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Production 116

WorkWave

JUNE 30, 2021

Time To Read: 3 minutes. Can lawn and landscape professionals finally hop on the robotic lawn mower movement? It’s a question lawn professionals will need to be prepared to answer in the coming years as robotic mowers become more attainable. Of course, there are some benefits—as well as challenges—with this model. There are also some situations and areas of the country where robotic mowers may prove to be more beneficial than in others.

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Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction Purchasing Skills 98

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

By leaning on Kibo Commerce's Order Management technology, retailer Laura Canada was able to increase sales and deliver a seamless end-to-end experience to customers.

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Case Study Study Ordering 119

NGT News

JUNE 30, 2021

Wave 2 of funding requests for the California Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) kicks off at 10 a.m. Pacific on Tues., August 10. The entire $84 million available in wave 1 was requested within three hours of opening on June 8, representing more than 800 vehicle vouchers. A purchase order […]. The post Get Ready for Wave 2 of HVIP Funding Requests appeared first on NGT News.

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Advertiser: GEP

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.

Sourcing Strategies

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

Honeywell Intelligrated explores some common challenges DCs face when selecting a WMS while presenting the advantages of bringing these key systems under one software platform.

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Presentation 104

Overdrive Online

JUNE 30, 2021

Long Haul Paul's personal tribute to retiring Overdrive Editorial Director Max Heine, detailing the gearjammer's journey from a "rather jaded view of journalism" to certainty that in the hands of good folks, it can "still make a difference in this world.".

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

A year ago, Ford Motor Co. dealer Rhett Ricart had a lot full of cars and hardly any customers. This year, he has a lot full of customers and hardly any cars.

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Inventory 115

Overdrive Online

JUNE 30, 2021

In this edition of Overdrive Radio, a window on how to outfit a 2020 Volvo VNL740, or your truck, for versatility in cooking on the road -- the strategy here of owner-op Thomas Remington. Also: Join me in sending Overdrive editor Max Heine off right.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

Explore smart automation for procurement spend categories like logistics, direct materials, indirect materials, packaging and more.

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Supply Chain Software Automation Sourcing Supply Chains 119

ShipLilly

JUNE 30, 2021

Cars being loaded on to a Roll on / Roll off vessel. Shipping a car to another country can be a difficult task if you do not know what to do. Thankfully, modern technology and working procedures mean that you can easily prepare for most circumstances. This article summarizes some of the key things to consider and the steps to follow to ensure that your car safely arrives at its destination.

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How To Document Expense Reduction Presentation 79

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) like self-driving fork trucks, pallet trucks, and tuggers are now a key tool for material handling in most industries including Ecommerce, 3PL, Consumer Goods, Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, and Medical Distribution. Could they help you too?

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Definition Materials Handling Capacity eCommerce 94

Logistics Management

JUNE 30, 2021

Chris Burroughs, TIA vice president of government affairs, said at the SMC3 virtual Connections conference this week that passing the Motor Carrier Safety Selection Standard would clear up a lot of the confusion that exists out there in the motor carrier population, given that the FMCSA safety rating process is still done by a physical audit.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

Supply chain leaders need to build on newer capabilities that can help them navigate the changing business landscape with agility, respond to every change and adapt fast to stay ahead of the curve.

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Supply Chain Software Supply Chains 94

Logistics Management

JUNE 30, 2021

The companies said that this partnership will mesh Flexport’s international client base and Convoy’s North American carrier network, with a focus on providing shippers with what it called seamless logistics services, as well as expand business capabilities for both Flexport and Convoy.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Networks Logistics 70

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

Overcoming supply chain disruptors requires an operation with complete visibility, flexibility and optimization.

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Supply Chains Optimization Operations 119

LandLink

JUNE 30, 2021

Supply chain professionals are looking forward to a much-deserved extended weekend during the Fourth of July holiday. However, CargoNet , an industry cargo security firm, reports that extended business closures can create an advantageous operating environment for cargo thieves. For the past five years, the firm has analyzed cargo theft data in the United States and Canada from July 1 to July 7and found 130 cargo theft events in 27 different states, with theft most common in Texas, California, an

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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

Inventory Reduction

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

On the tail of e-commerce’s biggest ever growth spurt, the "new customer" demands near-instant delivery, bespoke products and services, dynamic pricing, and a delightful user experience.

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Production 81

Logistics Management

JUNE 30, 2021

Rail carloads—at 237,117—saw a 17.7% annual increase, and intermodal units—at 279,050—posted an 8.2% annual gain.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

The decision to outsource supply chain functions – whether you’re considering outsourcing for the first time or searching for a new outsourcing partner – is something that weighs heavily on companies.

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