DHL to build logistics innovation center in Chicago area
DC Velocity
MAY 30, 2018
First U.S. technology hub will open in 2019, supporting warehouse and transportation platforms such as smart glasses, collaborative robots, and chatbots.
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'Bus and Dump': Drivers expose industry's dirty practice
Fleet Owner
MAY 30, 2018
Drivers share stories of being promised a truck driving job only to be bused to an unfamiliar city, where they are left to fend for themselves.
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Three-day inspections will not hamper truck supply chains, CVSA official says
DC Velocity
MAY 30, 2018
Mooney said event no different than what inspectors do all year long.
Regardless of title, everyone on your staff is in sales
Fleet Owner
MAY 30, 2018
Every time a customer or prospect has an interaction with someone on your staff, they are forming an opinion about your business or adding to their existing impression.
GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report
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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?
WiseTech Global acquires TMS vendor SaaS Transportation
DC Velocity
MAY 30, 2018
Australian firm expands U.S. reach with access to LTL shipping sector, WiseTech says.
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International air freight to have tradable futures market
DC Velocity
MAY 30, 2018
TAC Holdings establishes platform to remedy pricing "inefficiencies.".
Diesel and gas prices continue to climb at pumps across the U.S.
Fleet Owner
MAY 30, 2018
Diesel prices are up by an average of 72 cents per gallon compared to 2017; gasoline is up 56 cents year-over-year, according to Energy Information Administration.
Keeping score: How do your carriers measure up?
Transporeon
MAY 30, 2018
Most transportation service providers go to great lengths to do a good job. But do you actually know which carriers are your top performers? Do you have the metrics to determine which carriers provide the best value, volume and efficiency? Or the right details to help carriers identify issues and improve service? Unless you are tracking carrier performance using objective metrics and specific benchmarks, you don’t know what you don’t know.
What I’m learning on the road, Part II
Fleet Owner
MAY 30, 2018
After six weeks and 7,700 miles on the road, with varying fuel economy, came with a bevy of lessons about driving a truck on America's roads.
Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry
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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.
UPS set to roll out price hikes for larger parcel packages
Logistics Management
MAY 30, 2018
Effective Tuesday, June 4, UPS will begin to implement rate increases for large packages moving through its parcel network. These charges, which were initially announced by the company last October, call for an increase for Over Maximum Limits and the Oversize Pallet Handling Surcharge to increase by $150, from $500 to $600, as well as s new Shipping Charge Correction Audit Fee.
Women-owned small trucking fleets on the rise
Fleet Owner
MAY 30, 2018
The Women In Trucking Association worked with Expediter Services to create the challenge with the goal of supporting small businesses in the transportation industry that are owned by women.
Container Unloader
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 30, 2018
Southworth Products Corp. has introduced Parcel Unloaders, which offer a way to get parcels from a wide variety of containers onto conveyors and automated sortation systems.
6 River Systems Demonstrates Collaborative Robotics Solution
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 30, 2018
ARC Advisory Group’s supply chain team believes that autonomous mobile robotics (AMR) in the warehouse is a high-growth and potentially transformative logistics technology. Therefore, we are devoting substantial effort into tracking the progress of the solutions within this rapidly developing market. On Friday, I had the pleasure of visiting 6 River Systems’ facility and receiving a personal demonstration of its collaborative autonomous mobile robotics system (AMR).
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
Spot rates heat up ahead of holiday weekend
Fleet Owner
MAY 30, 2018
There were signs of tightening capacity heading into Memorial Day weekend, according to latest DAT load board data.
For What It’s Worth: My Take on Last Week’s Supply Chain & Logistics News (May 30, 2018)
Talking Logistics
MAY 30, 2018
Every Friday on Talking Logistics, I share a list of supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention that week, along with some brief commentary and analysis. For what it’s worth, here’s my take on some of the news that made the headlines last week. Amazon Feeling the Headache of E-Commerce Returns. As I wrote this past January, e-commerce returns are a major headache for retailers (holiday e-commerce returns were expected to reach $32 billion this past year).
SuperTruck II Program Aims to Improve Efficiency
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 30, 2018
The goal for the SuperTruck program include the demonstration of greater than 100% improvement in freight efficiency over 2009 equivalent product, and a 55% engine increase in brake thermal efficiency performance.
[WEBINAR REPLAY] 5 Parcel Shipping Trends to Optimize Shipping & Reduce Costs
GlobalTranz
MAY 30, 2018
Cerasis Inc., held a live webinar entitled “5 Parcel Shipping Trends to Optimize Shipping & Reduce Costs” on May 23rd, 2018. Those who were not able to attend can now download a live replay of this highly educational webinar on a very important subject. This webinar is perfect for shippers of all sizes to get educational material covering all things parcel, AKA small package, shipping.
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,
Diesel average is up for tenth straight week, reports EIA
Logistics Management
MAY 30, 2018
With a 1.1-cent increase, the average price per gallon is now $3.288 per gallon, coming in ahead of last week’s $3.239 average, which was the highest weekly average since the week of December 29, 2014, when the weekly average came in at $3.213.
A Surprisingly Quick, Easy Way to Launch an IoT Initiative
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 30, 2018
Sponsored by Omni-ID. Download this FAQ to learn how to use technology to streamline material management.
Ocean container shipping operators intend to impose new “emergency” surcharge
Logistics Management
MAY 30, 2018
For many global logistics managers, the ocean cargo container shipping industry appears to move from one crisis to another without address fundamental supply and demand business practices. Further evidence of this surfaced in recent weeks when the world’s leading vessel operators announced the introduction of “emergency” bunker surcharges in response to rising fuel costs.
Kenworth opens 2nd Hawaii dealership
Fleet Owner
MAY 30, 2018
The newest service and parts dealership is an 11,000 sq.-ft. facility on the east side of Hawaii's Big Island.
Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory
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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.
Keeping score: How do your carriers measure up?
Transporeon
MAY 30, 2018
Most transportation service providers go to great lengths to do a good job. But do you actually know which carriers are your top performers? Do you have the metrics to determine which carriers provide the best value, volume and efficiency? Or the right details to help carriers identify issues and improve service? Unless you are tracking carrier performance using objective metrics and specific benchmarks, you don’t know what you don’t know.
Michelin sets ambitious tire goals for 2048
Fleet Owner
MAY 30, 2018
Michelin said its tires will be made using 80% sustainable materials, and that 100% of all its tires will be recycled by 2048.
Driving value into the supply chain
Automotive Logistics
MAY 30, 2018
Better communication is needed in the automotive supply chain, including between OEMs, suppliers, logistics providers and IT experts providing digital supply chain services. Digital technology has a lot of answers for an industry that is making strides in addressing the needs of modern manufacturing and the changing face of mobility, but there are still gaps to fill in terms of supply chain visibility, faster asset deployment and empty backhauls.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen Ocean Receive Record John Deere Hall of Fame Award
Logistics Manager
MAY 30, 2018
Wallenius Wilhelmsen Ocean (WW Ocean) recently announced they have been awarded Partner Status with John Deere , this is the 10 th consecutive year the company has received this award. John Deere bestows this award to vendors who qualify their ‘Achieving Excellence’ program. Partner status is the highest honor given by the US-based manufacturer. The ‘Achieving Excellence’ program was devised by John Deere to concentrate on improvement and innovation for the global supply chain.
Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability
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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.
Turkish Cargo Receives Further QEP Accreditation from Envirotainer
Airfreight Logistics
MAY 30, 2018
Global Air Freight Carrier Turkish Cargo has received another QEP (Qualified Envirotainer Providers) accreditation, this award is a quality indicator with respect to the range of services the company provides pertaining to pharmaceuticals transportation. Turkish Cargo has received the QEP accreditation for 14 of their new stations from the pharma-protective technological solutions company Envirotainer.
Tigers USA Open New Facility in California
Logistics Manager
MAY 30, 2018
Global logistics and freight forwarding company, Tigers USA has recently opened a new warehouse complex replete with office buildings in Riverside, California. The new facility will provide high-end footwear, apparel, and outdoor and active lifestyle customers with omnichannel fulfillment across North America. The new facility is headed by Todd Krell who will be supported by 70 Tigers USA logistics professionals.
David Harman Appointed New Cargo Manager Switzerland for Emirates SkyCargo
Airfreight Logistics
MAY 30, 2018
Dubai-based Emirates SkyCargo recently announced the appointment of David Harman to the role of Cargo Manager for Switzerland. Mr. Harman will be based in Zurich and will oversee all operational and commercial aspects of the freight division of Emirates within the country. Mr. Harman brings with him over 30 years of international aviation and cargo experience along with invaluable knowledge and skills to the cargo carrier.
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