Fri.Mar 31, 2023

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Top 5 Ways Government Fleet Management Software Helps Local Leadership Connect With Constituents

RasTrac

There are so many ways that local governments can leverage fleet management software systems to connect with their constituents and share valuable information in real time.

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Highlights from TPM 2023 with Peter Tirschwell

The Logistics of Logistics

Peter Tirschwell and Joe Lynch discuss highlights from TPM 2023. Peter is Vice President, Journal of Commerce, the Maritime, Trade & Supply Chain division of S&P Global , a global data, analytics and business intelligence organization serving sectors including maritime, energy, automotive, petrochemical and financial. About Peter Tirschwell Peter Tirschwell is Vice President in the Maritime, Trade & Supply Chain division of S&P Global ;, a global data, analytics and business

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 31, 2023)

Talking Logistics

When I was a kid, I used to eat mayonnaise on Wonder Bread sandwiches. That’s it. Just mayonnaise, nothing else between the bread. I loved those sandwiches. I certainly enjoyed them more than ham and cheese sandwiches. Whenever we would go on school field trips, they would serve us a boxed lunch, and inside was. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 31, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Supply Chain Trends in 2023

Supply Chain Brain

After three years of crisis, the data show that supply chain conditions are improving. That will allow supply chain leaders in 2023 to resurrect initiatives that may have been sidelined — including data and digitalization programs and sustainability efforts.

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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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Colorado Offers Grants for Clean Vehicle Fleets

NGT News

Colorado’s health department’s Air Pollution Control Division is accepting the first round of applications for two new grant programs to fund clean vehicles. The Clean Fleet Vehicle and Technology Grant Program is open to any business, local government or other organization that would like to use low- or zero-emission vehicles in its fleet operations.

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Mullen, Randy Marion Deliver EV Cargo Vans to MGT 

NGT News

Mullen Automotive Inc., an EV manufacturer, says Class 1 electric cargo vans were delivered to MGT Company in Highpoint, N.C., with the vehicle order fulfilled by Randy Marion Automotive Group. MGT’s primary customer base focuses on last-mile segments, such as package delivery and retail, and vocations such as plumbing and electrician. MGT currently provides commercial […] The post Mullen, Randy Marion Deliver EV Cargo Vans to MGT appeared first on NGT News.

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MTS Logistics to Hold 13th Annual Bike Tour with MTS for Autism on June 10th

MTS Logistics

MTS Logistics is proud to announce our 13th Annual Bike Tour with MTS for Autism, to be held on June 10th, 2023. MTS Logistics will be holding our 13th Annual Bike Tour with MTS for Autism on Saturday, June 10th, 2023. Last year, MTS Logistics raised over $80,000 for autism awareness through our Bike Tour event. Our community of businesses, employees, friends, and family came together to contribute to the cause of autism awareness, and we had a very successful event.

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Women don’t feel wanted in trucking, but new research reveals an opportunity

Truck News

New research on women’s perception of trucking and the career opportunities within it paint a sobering picture, but also create an opportunity.

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California mandates electric trucks

Commercial Carrier Journal

California is the world’s first government to require zero-emission trucks.

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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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FMCSA to key in on problems with Conditional safety rating limbo

Overdrive Online

FMCSA's MATS regulatory session didn't mention a plan to advance a rulemaking around its safety rating system for motor carriers across the size spectrum. Yet at another conference one month, the agency revealed the move. More on Overdrive Radio.

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Your Guide to Actionable Sustainability in IT

Supply Chain Brain

Reducing carbon emissions is key to organizational sustainability efforts. Analyzing your manufacturing processes, supply chain logistics and closed-loop, end-of-life service offerings can highlight key areas for sustainability improvements.

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Logistex Announces Partnership with John Lewis

Logistics Business Magazine

Logistex has been awarded a contract by the John Lewis Partnership to design and implement a solution to optimise their new e-commerce distribution centre at Fenny Lock, Milton Keynes. The multi-phase project will initially see Logistex deploy its Warehouse Execution System (WES) Reflex, which will orchestrate the picking of orders across multiple zones of the Fenny Lock DC, and provides full integration with conveyors, Locus “Origin” robots and automated bagging Machines.

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Digital Transformation: The Foundation of a Digital Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Over the last few years, companies across the supply chain have learned to survive disruption using an array of tools and strategies.

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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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Referrals, Reviews, and Testimonials: 3 Pillars of Reputation Management

WorkWave

Time To Read: 5 minutes Reputation management means building, and maintaining, a positive image in the eyes of your customers. Many companies improve their reputation by accruing referrals, reviews, or testimonials from customers. Customer feedback can be a powerful tool to grow your business , and many potential customers trust reviews more than other forms of advertising or promotion.

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2023 Market Outlook - Robotics and Automation

Supply Chain Brain

Introducing robotics and automation into warehouses should not be taken lightly or quickly. Not all robotics vendors have the required logistics expertise necessary for your operation.

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Meet The Rising Superstar of Product Delivery, Rajesh Krishnan on #WeAreLogiNext

Loginext

Meet The Rising Superstar of Product Delivery, Rajesh Krishnan on #WeAreLogiNext This article is a part of the #WeAreLogiNext series of articles where we focus on people’s journeys that power the company. Welcome back to another #WeAreLogiNext post, this time we have the rising superstar from product delivery- Rajesh Krishnan. From dealing with Insurance […] The post Meet The Rising Superstar of Product Delivery, Rajesh Krishnan on #WeAreLogiNext appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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The Tech Effect: Strengthening the Omnichannel to Meet Consumer Demands

Supply Chain Brain

Over the past two years, the retail sector has experienced a massive and rapid transformation. Consumers turned to e-commerce and digital platforms to purchase goods in response to the pandemic.

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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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Conference Programme for transport logistic Munich

Logistics Business Magazine

More than 50 sessions in the conference programme, new exhibitor events daily and, for the first time, a Campus Plaza for innovation and career. From May 9 to 12, 2023, transport logistic in Munich will offer the largest supporting program to date, proving its status as a leading world trade fair. Digitalized and decarbonized supply chains are key issues for shippers, service providers and technology providers.

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Supply Chain Scaries: Coping With Threats to the Bottom Line

Supply Chain Brain

In the case of theft, one of the most significant risks supply chains face today, a proactive approach is far more effective than a reactive one. And yet some companies are still behind in this thinking, dealing with cargo theft only when it’s too late to recover the loss.

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Fleet management, Driver Assistance on Smartphone

Logistics Business Magazine

One very notable new development from ELOKON is the merging of the ELOfleet forklift fleet management system and the driver assistance system ELOshield, which can now both be operated for the first time on one and the same commercially available smartphone. Alexander Glasmacher, Managing Director of ELOKON GmbH said: “This makes both systems not only very user-friendly, but also combines their functions and enables new applications.

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Get Ready. Get Set. Go Global. Tackle Your Supply Chain Challenges as You Expand Abroad.

Supply Chain Brain

The ability to expand your reach to buyers across the globe can push your company to the next level of success, but even businesses with great domestic accomplishments sometimes find themselves facing significant barriers to globalization they did not anticipate

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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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Distracted Driving is Dangerous Driving: April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Penske Move Ahead

During Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April, we are highlighting the perils of distracted driving to remind drivers of these bad habits and provide tips to avoid them in the future. A common and problematic driving habit, distracted driving can lead to traffic violations, suspended or revoked driver's licenses, higher car insurance rates or accidents.

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Powering Rapid Fulfillment With Custom Integrations

Supply Chain Brain

When growing customer demand resulted in ongoing order processing and fulfillment issues, Tuckernuck realized that they needed a new 3PL to accommodate their growth and remain competitive.

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This Week in Logistics News (March 25 – 31)

Logistics Viewpoints

We have seen companies look at different ways to deliver orders to customers, and bikes have become more commonplace in busy cities for this reason. But Walmart is looking at bikes in a different way. In the spring of 2022, Walmart created a new position among the roughly 15,000 employees who work at its headquarters in Bentonville, Arkansas. The job, called director of workplace mobility, came with a very specific task: figure out how to get 10 percent of the company’s local workforce to commut

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Omnichannel Fulfillment Powers Healthy Growth

Supply Chain Brain

Sales of popular SuperBeets products have helped Humann achieve record revenue growth and earn recognition as one of the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies for eight years in a row. Read the case study to learn more about the company’s best practices for omnichannel fulfillment, shipping, and returns.

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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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A Game of Inches on the Last Mile: The Right Players for a Winning Retail Logistics Team

Supply Chain Brain

We know the world of supply chain logistics is complex, so we’ve identified each position your company should have on the field—from supply chain experts to HR pros—to ensure success.

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2023 Market Outlook – Transportation Management

Supply Chain Brain

Transportation chaos and unprecedented rate increases characterized the COVID-19 marketplace. Many of those conditions are beginning to abate but cargo markets will begin to heat up again in 2023.

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Automated Decision-Making in the Warehouse

Supply Chain Brain

Though warehouse management systems (WMS) are widely employed, they’re not the ultimate answer to optimized warehouse operations.