Wed.Apr 13, 2022

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Warehouse Labor is Front Page News: But what’s below the fold?

Logistics Viewpoints

Source: Osha Certified Warehouse Worker. Warehouse labor has been in the news quite a bit lately. Of course, virtually everyone relied upon direct-to-consumer fulfillment at some point during the COVID-19 lockdowns, placing widespread reliance on warehousing capabilities. In the longer term, warehouse labor has been increasingly in high demand as retail shifts more and more from stores to e-commerce fulfillment.

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Logistics Industry Outlook with John Larkin

The Logistics of Logistics

Logistics Industry Outlook with John Larkin. John Larkin and Joe Lynch discuss the logistics industry outlook. John is Strategic Advisor of Transportation & Logistics at Clarendon Capital , a private equity sponsor focused on developing investment opportunities and providing strategic advisory services to the transportation, logistics and distribution sectors.

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The Supply Chain Ripple Effect of Digital Labels

Supply Chain Brain

Taking a holistic view, executives are looking to implement technology and processes that enable resilience not only to address the current supply chain landscape, but to future-proof for the next set of challenges.

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Trucking Law: What's appropriate as 'personal conveyance' in the logbook or ELD?

Overdrive Online

This video, part of Overdrive's Trucking Law series, explains regulatory guidance around "personal conveyance," making clear what is/isn't acceptable off-duty movement of the truck. If the enforcement community has its way, new limits could be coming.

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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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'Micro' Robotic Solutions Are Headed for Mom-and-Pop Warehouses

Supply Chain Brain

Technologies are coming online that can allow companies with a smaller footprint, or with workflows in tighter spaces, to reap the benefits of robotics and automation without having to write a giant check.

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Here’s How China’s Lockdowns Are Rippling Through Economy

Supply Chain Brain

China’s lockdowns to contain the country’s worst Covid outbreak since early 2020 have battered the economy, stalling production in major cities like Shanghai and adding pressure to global inflation.

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New Texas border inspection directive slowing cross-border operations

Overdrive Online

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, in an effort to increase border security, ordered the Texas DPS to conduct enhanced inspections at border crossings. The result has been increased border crossing wait times and even protests in Mexico, closing one crossing.

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Watch: Robotics in the Warehouse: Will It Scale?

Supply Chain Brain

Customers are turning to robotics in the warehouse because of the technology's modularity and scalability, says Romain Moulin, chief executive officer and co-founder of Exotec Inc.

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New $2 Billion Investment Made in Kentucky EV Battery Factory

NGT News

Envision AESC, a Japanese electric vehicle (EV) battery technology company, along with Gov. Andy Beshear and the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce, have revealed a $2 billion investment to build a new gigafactory in the Kentucky Transpark in Bowling Green, Warren County. The 30 GWh plant will produce battery cells and modules to power […].

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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: Automation: What Does It Mean to Be Scalable and Flexible?

Supply Chain Brain

Yesterday's automation consisted of fixed infrastructure that couldn't be adjusted to meet changing needs. Not anymore, says Rick DeFiesta, executive vice president of sales and solutions Americas with Geek+.

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VinFast Customers Gain Access to Electrify America EV Charging Network

NGT News

VinFast and Electrify America, an open ultra-fast charging network in the U.S., has signed an agreement to provide owners of VinFast electric vehicles (EV) with two complimentary charging sessions, along with access to Electrify America’s coast-to-coast network in the VinFast mobile app. VinFast’s “Plug & Charge”-enabled VF 8 and VF 9 models will allow owners […].

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NMFC Changes Took Affect This Week

LandLink

On March 10, 2022, the Commodity Classification Standards Board (CCSB) issued Supplement 1 to NMF 100-AU. The National Motor Freight Classification® (NMFC®) class code changes will go into effect on April 9, 2022.

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Ideanomics Closes EV Financing Gaps for New Jersey Small Businesses Owners

NGT News

Ideanomics, a global company focused on accelerating the commercial adoption of electric vehicles (EV), is now enabling small businesses in New Jersey to procure commercial EVs. While the New Jersey Zero-Emission Incentive Program (NJ ZIP) provides significant reduction in upfront capital needed for businesses to purchase medium-duty EVs, Ideanomics is delivering operating expense (OPEX) finance […].

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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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BNSF Rail Battling to Complete Inland Moves from Los Angeles to Chicago

MTS Logistics

As Southern California rail cargo continues to struggle, BNSF Railway is attempting to handle more containers. However, as per reports from marine terminals, it is finding it very difficult to do so due to not being able to find enough manpower. The rail backlog is getting worse as the days go by. BNSF has advised it is hiring more people to contain the rising congestion, but its international intermodal network between Los Angeles and Chicago has been interrupted according to trucking companies

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ChargePoint Completes EV Fast-Charging Corridor With Colorado Energy Office

NGT News

ChargePoint, an electric vehicle (EV) charging network, has completed its first of six EV fast-charging corridors in partnership with the Colorado Energy Office. Corridor A runs along Highway 40 from Boulder to Dinosaur near the Utah border. The fast-charging highway corridors project is a public-private partnership involving a $10 million investment by the Colorado Energy […].

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Online vs. Store Operations: Breaking Up Is Hard to Do

Supply Chain Brain

What’s behind the push by retailers to undo years of effort, and separate e-commerce from brick-and-mortar fulfillment?

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Clean Energy Signs Multiple RNG Contracts, Expands Dairy Development Projects

NGT News

Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has signed new fueling contracts, infrastructure expansions and RNG production projects. LA County Metro has renewed its maintenance agreement with Clean Energy for six stations that will power 1,417 transit buses with an expected 137 million gallons of RNG for the length of the contract. Estes Express Lines, a privately-owned freight […].

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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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The Power Of Using A TMS For Any Size LTL Shipper

Blue Grace Logistics

A transportation management system (TMS) is traditionally used in larger shipping operations. The benefits of these systems are managing transportation costs and navigating capacity crunches. They can also aid in balancing dynamic customer demands with driver scheduling. What’s in this article: What are the benefits of using a TMS for LTL shippers of all sizes?

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Wenko achieves supply chain transparency with Setlog

Logistics Business Magazine

The household goods specialist Wenko Wenselaar is accelerating the digitisation of its supply chain. From the third quarter of 2022 on, the family-owned company from Germany will manage its supply chain centrally using Setlog ‘s cloud-based software tool OSCA. “The experience gained from the supply chain disruptions during the Covid-19 pandemic made us realise that production and goods transport must be controlled with a digital operation platform in the future,” emphasises Nik

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Parcel and LTL Rates to Hit Record Highs

Material Handling and Logistics

Higher fuels costs are the cause of increased costs.

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CVSA’s International Roadcheck: May 17-19, 2022

Odyssey Logistics

CVSA’s annual three-day International Roadcheck is scheduled for May 17-19, 2022. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) International Roadcheck, the largest enforcement program on commercial motor vehicles in the world, will take place May 17-19, 2022. During this time, CVSA-certified inspectors will conduct compliance, inspection and enforcement initiatives throughout Canada, Mexico and the U.S.

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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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Does Your Commodity Optimize For Air Freight Transportation?

Dedola Global Logistics

Does Your Commodity Optimize Air Freight Transportation? (Part 1 of a 2 Part Blog Series). Dedola Global Logistics has been a leading provider of intermodal cargo shipping since 1976 and has partnered with airfreight clients across a variety of industries. DGL has thrived by offering a broad range of services that help our clients efficiently navigate an increasingly complex supply chain.

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Why you need a good supply chain strategy

EazyStock

What is a supply chain strategy? A supply chain strategy explains how a company will bring goods into the business and get them out to customers as effectively as possible. Considering every phase in the supply chain, such as sourcing goods, logistics and delivery, the strategy optimizes operations to reduce costs and maximize profits. Supply chain strategies have come into the spotlight as volatile demand and complicated global markets have made supply chains more complex.

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Does Your Commodity Optimize For Air Freight Transportation?

Dedola Global Logistics

Does Your Commodity Optimize Air Freight Transportation? (Part 1 of a 2 Part Blog Series) Dedola Global Logistics has been a leading provider of intermodal cargo shipping since 1976 and has partnered with airfreight clients across a variety of industries. DGL has thrived by offering a broad range of services that help our clients efficiently navigate an increasingly complex supply chain.

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Semtech platform extended to support worldwide tracking

Logistics Business Magazine

Semtech Corporation , a leading global supplier of high performance analogue and mixed-signal semiconductors and advanced algorithms, has added multi-band capabilities to its LoRa Edge device-to-Cloud geolocation platform. The new LoRa Edge LR1120 allows for direct satellite-connected Internet of Things (IoT) applications in supply chain management and logistics with seamless low power geolocation on a global scale. “ Semtech ’s LoRa is targeting track and trace challenges faced by the logistics

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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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Pacella Delivers With New Automated Rate Platform

Envase Technologies

“When I saw how DrayMaster worked, I thought it was a great idea. We could have all of our rates in one spot and everyone on our team could have access to them.". Tony Pacella. Chicago-based Pacella Trucking has been in the intermodal drayage trucking industry for more than 30 years. With a fleet of over 200 trucks dedicated to the Chicagoland area and surrounding states, as well as experienced office personnel, the company has built trust and confidence as a long-term intermodal partner.

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Recyclable tube packaging for premium drinks

Logistics Business Magazine

The demand for sustainable and 100% recyclable packaging is growing like never before, and this includes in the premium spirits market. Smurfit Kappa is striving to meet customers’ changing demands, and says its new 100% recyclable drinks packaging solution, the Smurfit Kappa Eco-Tube, is a perfect example. It recently developed this revolutionary product, providing a more sustainable paper tube packaging solution and which allows the traditional paper tube to be 100% recyclable within normal co