Economic forecast for trucking: Gloomy with a chance of recession
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 3, 2019
An economic storm is brewing over the trucking industry. Here’s what you need to know to weather it.
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156 The Environmental Impact of Cross-Border E-Commerce
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Retailers need to take the lead in educating consumers about the environmental impact of last-mile delivery options.
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8 Best Practices to Lower Transportation Total Cost of Ownership
MercuryGate
OCTOBER 3, 2019
The post 8 Best Practices to Lower Transportation Total Cost of Ownership appeared first on MercuryGate International.
‘Tis the Season to Go Green
Freight Center
OCTOBER 3, 2019
The holidays are right around the corner! It’s a magical time of year that’s for sure, but consumer expectations have changed and are continuing to change. They are demanding faster deliveries and lower rates. Shippers everywhere are getting ready for their hectic shipping season and with a dramatic increase in online shopping, there are steps that can be taken to reduce your carbon footprint.
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.
Anheuser-Busch, BYD join for largest Class 8 electric truck deployment
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 3, 2019
BYD also announces further expansion into New Jersey, but could face challenges if Congress bans use of federal dollars to buy buses subsidized by the Chinese government.
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Volvo surpasses one million connected customer assets worldwide
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 3, 2019
The Volvo Connect system combines all digital and connected services for Volvo’s truck customers into one interface to help trucking operations run smoothly.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce continues to make the case for enacting USCMA
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 3, 2019
In a media conference call this week, Neil Bradley, U.S. Chamber of Commerce executive vice president and chief policy officer, said that time is of the essence for Congress to move forward and enact USCMA sooner than later.
Magellan rolls out new GPS offerings for municipal fleets
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Magellan, a maker of GPS navigation devices, has unveiled a new suite of fleet routing technology solutions aimed at making snow removal, waste collection and street sweeping safer and more efficient for municipal fleets.
Middle Market Execs Say Recession On Its Way
Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Public company execs point to interest rate hikes as most likely recession trigger, while private companies say shifting regulations – including trade and tariffs – as well as U.S. political uncertainty are to blame.
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
TRAC Interstar rebrands as FYX
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 3, 2019
The FYX technology platform is designed to help fleet managers and owner-operators quickly access quality repair services and receive real-time service updates.
Solving the Supply Planning Crisis
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. If your home was on fire, would you want firefighters to attempt to douse the flames with an old manual bucket line? Of course not. You would want them to use the most modern, effective equipment available.
Stoneridge to supply MirrorEye system for second CV OEM
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Stoneridge recently partnered with a second commercial vehicle OEM to deliver its MirrorEye Camera Monitor System (CMS) to the market.
IMO 2020 is being addressed by handful of innovative transport providers months before deadline
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 3, 2019
GP Global has marked a milestone with the successful delivery of the first International Maritime Organization (IMO) 2020 compliant bunker load of low sulphur fuel oil (LSFO).
Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability
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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.
WorkWave Recognized for its Top Routing and Fleet Management Solutions
WorkWave
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Time To Read: 3 minutes. WorkWave Route Manager Receives Recognition by FeaturedCustomers and The 2019 SaaS Awards. Holmdel, NJ – October 3, 2019 – WorkWave ® , a provider of cloud-based software solutions that support every stage of a service business’s lifecycle, today announces that it has been recognized by FeaturedCustomers as a 2019 Top Performer for Fleet Management Software in its 2019 Customer Success Report , and has been named a second-time winner of The SaaS Award’s 2019
Ugh. As If. Applications Are So Yesterday
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 3, 2019
“I believe in the power of shared data and technology to build a better future.” Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen probably didn’t have supply chain in mind when he said this, yet the statement resonates truer than ever in our industry. Shared data and technology have the power to propel supply chain performance to new levels. Read more Ugh. As If. Applications Are So Yesterday.
Global trade compliance main focus of upcoming maritime logistics forum
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 3, 2019
The 12th Annual Maritime Transportation Forwarding Logistics & Global Supply Chain Workshop will be staged by ABS Consulting in Miramar, Florida October 16 & 17. A major focus of the event will be trade compliance. In this exclusive interview, ABS president Albert Saphir shares his insights.
For Supply Chains, Customer Experience Is the New Differentiator
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Customer experience is disrupting and changing the supply-chain world from the inside out.
How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces
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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.
Non-manufacturing sees mild decline in September but still growing
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 3, 2019
The index ISM uses to measure non-manufacturing growth—known as the NMI—was 52.6 in September (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth is occurring), which is a 3.8% decrease compared to August.
Freight Shippers Now Able to Offer a Final Mile Customer Experience Like Amazon Thanks to TMS
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Few processes carry the weight of shipping as the final mile. As noted by Inbound Logistics, the final mile forms the most critical part of the customer experience. It is during this phase that customer desires become customer experiences, and any delay or misstep will lead to upset consumer. The final mile customer experience is.read More. The post Freight Shippers Now Able to Offer a Final Mile Customer Experience Like Amazon Thanks to TMS appeared first on Transportation Management Company |
Here’s What Happens When Artificial Intelligence (A.I.), the Internet of Things (IoT), and Blockchain Come Together
Shipchain
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (A.I), and the Internet of Things (IoT) are slowly but surely making themselves household names. The three emerging technologies have taken the world by storm, and on their own, can help businesses increase efficiency and lower operating costs. But when combined, A.I., IoT, and blockchain are capable of so much more.
Anheuser-Busch Deploying 21 Heavy-Duty Electric Trucks in SoCal
NGT News
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Anheuser-Busch will be deploying 21 BYD battery electric trucks in its California fleet as part of a state project to showcase economically and environmentally sustainable warehousing and distribution technology. The deployment is a partnership between Anheuser-Busch, BYD, the Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE), and ENGIE Services U.S.
GEP Outlook Report 2024
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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.
Too Much Transformation, Not Enough You
Coyote
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Transformation requires you to change alongside it — and in a measurable way. How will you begin to act differently? And how will you empower those on your team to make a similar transformation?
‘We each have an important role to play’
World Food Programme Logistics
OCTOBER 3, 2019
‘We make things happen in sun, hail and rain’ A behind-the-scenes look at the WFP-led Logistics Cluster’s Turkey-Syria cross-border operation Silan joined the Logistics Cluster in Reyhanli in southern Turkey two years ago. Photo: WFP/Jemma Pietrus “See just up the road. That’s the second convoy. It’ll be here soon,” says Mazlum Guzel, Logistics Assistant with the Logistics Cluster in Turkey.
Combilift Wins Design4Safety Award
Logistics Business Magazine
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Combilift added yet another award to its ever growing tally when it won the Industrial Vehicles Category of this year’s BITA (British Industrial Truck Association) Design4Safety Awards. The company’s reputation for designing innovative products and features to enhance safety in the materials handling sector was underlined once again with the success of its patented multi-position tiller arm, which is a feature common to all its pedestrian models.
Burkina Faso’s balancing act
World Food Programme Logistics
OCTOBER 3, 2019
How one corner of Africa’s Sahel region is safeguarding gains in resilience while ramping up emergency response Women tilling the soil are hopeful for a good harvest in Burkina Faso. Photo: WFP/George Fominyen “When we arrived, we did not know where to sleep, which is why the village chief allowed us to stay,” says Tasseré Sawadogo. Before they were forced to leave, Tasseré and his family lived a quiet life in the village of Dablo, in Burkina Faso’s northwest region.
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
Wide-Load Bagging Machines “Promise Better Packaging Flexibility”
Logistics Business Magazine
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Growing e-commerce businesses can now benefit from increased flexibility of mail order packaging following the launch of a range of wide-load bagging machines, it is claimed. With e-commerce continuing to grow year on year, along with ever-changing customer requirements, Automated Packaging Systems has launched the the Autobag® 600 and Autobag® 650 , designed to offer large bag packaging, providing mail order customers with a packaging solution, regardless of product size.
Ugh. As If. Applications Are So Yesterday
247 Customs Broker
OCTOBER 3, 2019
“I believe in the power of shared data and technology to build a better future.” Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen probably didn’t have supply chain in… The post Ugh. As If. Applications Are So Yesterday appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Chinese Tank Container Specialist in IMT Link-Up
Logistics Business Magazine
OCTOBER 3, 2019
China’s NTtank has established a cooperation relationship with Dutch telematic specialist IMT by choosing IMT’s so-called ‘Pre-Kit’ to install on all their tank containers, and at no extra cost for new-builds. In addition, NTtank will become the exclusive sales agent in China (excluding tank con-tainer manufacturers) of the complete telematics solution of IMT.
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