Ship Monk

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Does it feel like your ecommerce business should be more profitable than it is? Could there be hidden costs you’re not accounting for in your pricing strategy? If so, you’re not alone. One of the most common mistakes direct-to-consumer (DTC) ecommerce brands make is failing to understand and track their true costs, a.k.a. landed costs. Stick with us and you’ll learn how to calculate landed cost — and how this number affects your profitability.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Brad Wheeler and Joe Lynch discuss the freight-tech dilemma. Brad serves as the Senior Director of Customer Strategy at Emerge , the leading freight procurement platform. About Brad Wheeler. Brad Wheeler , one of the company’s “starting lineup,” has been with Emerge since its inception in 2017. In his current role as the Senior Director of Customer Strategy, Brad leads a team focusing on Solutions Architecture and Implementation Strategy whose mission is to work directly with s

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The transportation and logistics industry faces new challenges and an uncertain economy in the coming year. Following are six trends we can expect to see in 2023. .

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Digital Twin from Infor Nexus Drives Supply Chain Agility for Molex. The fact that most manufacturers struggled to achieve supply chain agility during COVID is not news. But Molex, a global electronics and connectivity solutions company, has been investing in their intelligent digital supply chain strategy to improve their supply chain agility and customer experience.

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AIMMS

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The post How can your organization get started with Digital Supply Chain Twin? Unlock the potential with these practical steps appeared first on AIMMS.

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NGT News

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Ford Pro and Deutsche Post DHL Group have signed a memorandum of understanding to accelerate the deployment of electrified vans used for logistics operations worldwide. Ford Pro will equip Deutsche Post DHL Group with more than 2,000 electric delivery vans worldwide by the end of 2023 to enhance its position in using electric vans for […]. The post Ford Pro Deploys Over 2,000 Last-Mile EV Delivery Vans for Deutsche Post DHL appeared first on NGT News.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Large fleet operators like PepsiCo, Walmart Inc., Meijer Inc. and J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. were among the companies that placed non-binding reservations for the Semi starting in 2017.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 5, 2022

From time to time, manufacturers will need to augment or supplement their ERP solution in specific business processes with a third-party application. Gartner has coined a term for it, calling it Composable ERP. Because of this, most ERP vendors will have an Independent Software Vendor (ISV) Program to help provide customers with the selection process.

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NGT News

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Optimal EV and Fontaine Modification Work Truck & EV Solutions have released a repower solution that seamlessly converts conventional gasoline- or diesel-powered trucks and buses to zero-emissions electric power. The new Optimal EV E1-R is built on the commonized Optimal Platform Technology and based on the Ford E-450 cutaway chassis. Fontaine will integrate the E1-R […].

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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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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 5, 2022

With all the pressures of the usual end-of-year scramble, and the need to be planning now for 2023, it might seem like the worst possible time to overhaul the management of forklift fleets.

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Logistics Management

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The Logistics Management editorial team presents the top 10 logistics stories of 2022.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

How are liquids being transported to international markets? Rather than using drums, ISO tanks or intermediate bulk containers (IBC) a Flexitank can minimize loading and unloading times and maximize the loading volume within a 20 foot container and reduce losses from spillages. What is a Flexitank? Flexitanks are a creative solution to shipping liquid items in bulk.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The STB says that disruptions in UP’s service levels have a significant detrimental impact on the supply chain and the nation’s economy.

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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.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

DECEMBER 5, 2022

TuSimple and Navistar are ending to their autonomous truck co-development partnership after just two years.

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Logistics Management

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The Services PMI—at 56.5 (a reading of 50 or higher signals growth)—increased 2.1% over October’s 54.4, which was down 2.3% compared to September, growing, at a faster rate, for the 30th consecutive month, with services growth intact for 152 of the last 154 months through November.

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RasTrac

DECEMBER 5, 2022

If you're in the market for fleet management software, you might be feeling a little overwhelmed. With all of the different options out there, how can you choose the best one for your business?

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Overdrive Online

DECEMBER 5, 2022

This Overdrive program recognizes the business acumen and innovation of the owner-operator, the bedrock of the entrepreneurial spirit in trucking. If you’ve controlled costs and maintained profits amidst record inflation, you're a worthy contender.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Carrying out a large scale retrofit at any facility can be daunting, but at a steel mill, where extreme conditions and high productivity demands combine, particularly so. As equipment such as motors require replacement, plant operators need to install new units quickly to safeguard uptime. That’s why Aperam, a leading producer of steel and alloy, selected Bauer Gear Motor to carry out a three-year retrofit project for the roller table conveyor drives at its Châtelet facility.

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Truck News

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Your driver is to be deposed. They are to be thrust into a foreign world for which they have neither any experience nor concept. And out the other side of the process comes their “sworn testimony”, written in cement, as to the accident, training, investigation. It is a crucial event in the case. Thorough preparation […].

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Mushiny, a world-leading expert in intelligent robotic logistics systems, has won the Gaogong Golden Globe Robot award for the new generation of its Xi’he iRMS system. Considered the ‘Oscars’ in the field of robotics in China, the GG Robot Awards have been held since 2014 and honour products and companies that demonstrate technological excellence. The breakthrough management architecture of Mushiny’s independently-developed Xi’he iRMS system brings hybrid robot applications globally to customers

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 5, 2022

A case study about how Waytek Wire implemented an innovative order-fulfillment system from FastFetch, with Waytek owner and chief operating officer Mike Larson, and FastFetch president and founder Jack Peck.

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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.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The road freight transportation market emerged from the pandemic with strength, but things have not been “business as usual” ever since. Today, the sector is having to deal with a new set of challenges, spearheaded by inflation and an anticipated recession heading towards the end of 2022, which all signal a further rise in costs and threaten the well-being of carriers.

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Time To Read: 2 minutes. If you’re looking to start a franchise business, or if you’re currently a franchisee, it’s important to establish and maintain consistency across all branches. By building a strong reputation and brand recognition, you’ll attract more customers and continue growing your franchise empire. In this blog post, we’ll go over the top five points that enable you to maintain consistency across all franchise locations.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Dianflex, a leading plumbing and heating supplier with a global presence in over 35 countries, has selected a Dematic solution featuring an AutoStore system to automate and enhance several of its logistics processes. Specifically, the Italian-based Dianflex had a goal to improve it service to customers and chose Dematic to make picking operations more flexible, reduce warehouse space in use, improve picking times and cut down on errors.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The tanker buildup is the first sign of the impact of the cap on the international oil market, which has been upended by the war in Ukraine.

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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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Odyssey Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Holiday Cut-Offs & Closures Effective 12/21/2022 – 01/02/2023 Dear Valued Customer, Please be advised of the following American Fast Freight receiving cut-offs and facility for the Fife Washington closures the week of the upcoming Christmas and New Year’s Holiday: Wednesday, 12/21/2022 – Receiving Open Normal Hours Friday, 12/23/2022 – Receiving Open Normal Hours Monday, 12/26/2022.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The trimming marks the first time Elon Musk’s EV maker has voluntarily reduced production at its Shanghai plant.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2022

A new easy-to-use tag is bringing exciting new functionality to pharma and fresh food logistics. Pharma cold chain logistics requires strict adherence to temperature ranges, regulatory controls, and tight expiration windows. When dealing with products that require ultra-low temperature tracking and monitoring — vaccines, biosamples, blood, and cell and gene therapies (CGT) are just a few examples — even the slightest temp excursion, failure to comply, or shortest delay could result in a lost shi

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