Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

There’s a new reason to optimize DC operations, and it’s bigger than the old reasons of productivity and efficiency gains. More and more companies are realizing that investing in their DCs and powering them with modern and sophisticated technologies like AI can lead to competitive advantages for the overall company. This quest to master distribution has risen to the top of the list because customers (whether consumers or businesses) are demanding performance like never before.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Kayne McGladrey, senior member of IEEE, offers valuable tips on how supply chains can shore up their cybersecurity at a time when threats from hackers are greater than ever.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This post from Kuebix’s blog discusses the factors driving on-demand trucking and how it works. On-demand trucking is the process of finding.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

FedEx is forecasting a 10% increase in holiday package deliveries over a previous record peak season in 2020 as consumers remain hooked on internet shopping even as stores reopen from last year’s lockdowns.

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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.

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Truck News

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The thorny issue of how, and how much, professional drivers should be paid came up during the Truckload Carriers Association’s Bridging Border Barriers event Nov. 17. Speaking during a panel discussion on human resources best practices, Michael Zelek, HR director for Wellington Motor Freight, raised eyebrows when he said his company pays its drivers a […].

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Truck News

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The American Transportation Research Industry (ATRI) released its study of “less than nuclear” verdicts and claims on Nov. 18. The result provides insights as to the evaluation of these far more frequent claims. While individually less catastrophic than nuclear verdicts, these claims hemorrhage our industry on a daily basis. So, what are the key takeaways […].

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The world is facing a new era of rapidly increasing food prices that could push almost 2 billion more people into hunger in a worst-case climate crisis. Confronting the dire predictions, farmers have begun to adapt.

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NGT News

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Lion Electric Co. has received an order from Groupe Autobus Séguin for 55 100% electric school buses, including 45 LionA and 10 LionC models, to be delivered by 2025. The order is conditional upon the satisfactory grant of funding under the Quebec government’s School Transportation Electrification Program and the Canadian federal government’s Zero Emission Transit […].

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Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

If you are currently importing goods, consider using air freight to hedge against the ongoing supply chain congestion, container shortages, and shipping delays plaguing ocean transportation. As you know, ocean shipping prices have climbed significantly. According to Air Cargo News , the average cost per ocean container has increased between 300 and 500 percent since the beginning of 2020.

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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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Truck News

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Ever increasing vaccination mandates on essential workers – by both private businesses and governments alike – are causing severe shortages in an already depleted workforce. This is especially true in the supply chain, where shortages in workers are prevalent in marine, air, rail, and of course, truck drivers. On Oct. 30 the federal government’s first […].

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ShipLilly

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Shortage Adds to Delivery Delays. Intro. There is a shortage of truck drivers leading to logistical problems for virtually every business sector. The shortage of drivers has led to considerable delays which are extremely frustrating to customers. The history of the trucking industry has been churning and recycling drivers because it was a buyer’s market.

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NGT News

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Shoals Technologies Group Inc., a provider of electrical balance of systems (EBOS) solutions for solar, storage and electric vehicle charging infrastructure, has been selected by SKYCHARGER as part of their EV charging infrastructure offering. SKYCHARGER placed a purchase order for Fuel by Shoals eMobility solutions to cover the 2022 pipeline, with first shipments beginning in […].

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LandLink

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The Covid virus has presented production challenges for global manufacturing. Food, chemical and personal products companies, among many more, struggle to meet retail demand.

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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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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Download this new white paper for the top wins companies can expect when they look beyond temp agencies and third-party logistics options to find a partner that supports a holistic, best-in-class warehouse management approach.

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Overdrive Online

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Dr. David Correll of MIT concluded that improving dock efficiency to add 18 minutes of driving time to an average hauler's 6.5-hour daily drive time would put ATA's "driver shortage" number at zero. More from Wednesday hearing in this report.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Barcode labeling has evolved.?Out of the box solutions will create a basic label, but will it be reliable, consistent and accurate?

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RasTrac

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Myths are created from stories, not facts. As with any early technological developments, GPS fleet tracking history—and telematics, in general—is rife with misguided assumptions that take hold in the industry. Though this technology only became fully operational in 1995, it’s come a long way since then. It’s smaller, cheaper, more powerful , and highly versatile than ever before!

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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.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

In this white paper, Hyster helps answer some of the most common questions about lift truck fleet management.

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

It’s no secret that we’re big on the post-purchase experience. As soon as a customer places their online order, the sales process enters a new cycle that covers everything from picking a product off the shelf to ensuring its safe delivery. However, even with a top-notch team and a wealth of resources, there’s always the potential for things to go wrong along the way. ….

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Trux

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

We’ve rounded up some of our most popular blogs to help you prepare for leveraging construction technology in 2022.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

While doing so provides great rewards, it also introduces varying levels of risk with the potential to harm the business.

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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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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The Covid-19 pandemic has exposed the industry to unforeseen challenges, which has brought forth the need to manage supply chain risks in a better manner. What’s in this article: Managing risks with complex supply chain pipelines. Dealing with labor shortage in the post-pandemic world. Understanding risk management lessons learned from the pandemic and the importance of staying aware.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Find out how a cloud-based WMS is fueling business agility and growth at Dollar Shave Club.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

For the world of logistics, and in particular for e-commerce warehouses and postal hubs, the Black Friday period – which coincides with the beginning of the peak season – represents a challenge in the fields of packaging, labelling, sorting and shipping. Sitma , an Italian company specialising in designing, building and selling complete solutions for logistics automation, looks at the Black Friday stats and the challenges that sit behind them.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The external edges, corners and sides of items such as furniture or frames are at high risk of damage if not properly protected before shipping. These outer most areas are the most susceptible to impact, making edge protectors essential packaging equipment for businesses sending out potentially fragile objects. Historically, polystyrene has been the only available cushioning product for sharp edges such as these, yet Kite Packaging has recently introduced a range of 100% recycled solid board alt

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Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

If you are currently importing goods, consider using air freight to hedge against the ongoing supply chain congestion, container shortages, and shipping delays plaguing ocean transportation. As you know, ocean shipping prices have climbed significantly. According to Air Cargo News , the average cost per ocean container has increased between 300 and 500 percent since the beginning of 2020.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

In intralogistics, the term “retrofit” refers to the modernisation of machines, equipment, and software systems, writes Karoline Poderschnig*, IT Project Manager at SSI Schaefer. It is a cost-effective alternative to buying new, ensures sustainable operation, and goes hand in hand with increased system efficiency. But what exactly does it mean when a software system in a warehouse is modernised?

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