Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

There is absolutely no doubt that we have entered into a new era of technology. As computing is getting more powerful, many technologies that were once science fiction are now either on the horizon or already here. Artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation are three of the biggest hot tech topics out there. While there is certainly a potential for job loss as this technology reaches maturity, that’s not likely to happen any time soon.

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ShipLilly

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Container shipping is one of the best ways to ship freight across the ocean. The advent of containerization brought about a significant move forward for the Marine sector, which allowed it to reach heights that had never before been seen. But the different types of container units available for shipping cargo is a relatively recent development and one that uniquely gained popularity.

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Loginext

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

What’s with same-day or next-day deliveries? Well if haven’t forgotten important dates such as Valentines’ or any other such day, you won’t much appreciate the urgency of fast deliveries to save face. All’s well that end’s well, and that’s why the right logistics technology, especially last mile, is critical for flash events.

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Fleet Owner

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Solo truck drivers traditionally have ride-along pets to keep loneliness at bay, but why are more team drivers bringing their pets on the road? Exercise is a big reason.

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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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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

When people say the Port of Long Beach is long on logistics advantages, they’re not exaggerating. Together with the Port of Los Angeles, this busy international gateway handles approximately 40% of all inbound U.S. ocean containers -- all while offering easy access to a vast land transportation network and huge consumer market.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

From marketing consultants and supply-chain partners to accountants and IT service providers, organizations today depend on all kinds of third parties for virtually every conceivable business function.

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Fleet Owner

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Company says modern equipment will help CDL programs better prepare new professionals for the commercial trucking industry

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Last month, Adrian Gonzalez’s blog post on value-added services for third-party logistics providers (3PL) provided statistical evidence from a survey that supports the transformational trend in the trade and logistics space. Carriers, freight forwarders and logistics service providers (LSPs) are aiming to fend off new disruptive competitors by building innovative digital platforms and tools to.

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Fleet Owner

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

The axle and brake maker will launch the special group Jan. 1, 2020 to provide customers with higher uptime.

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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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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Freight rates are in a state of constant flux, and while the market appears on the bridge of stabilization, the current peak season and uncertainty in global economies threaten to bring it to a halt. Also, the next set of general rate increases is around the corner, and shippers need to realize a few things.read More. The post How Freight Bidding Can Boost Capacity and Strategic Value appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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Fleet Owner

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Solo truck drivers traditionally have ride-along pets to keep loneliness at bay, but why are more team drivers bringing their pets on the road? Exercise is a big reason.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

The blockchain relationship between Maersk and IBM dates back to June 2016, when they initially teamed up to build new blockchain- and cloud-based technologies, which have subsequently been piloted by various concerns, including DuPont, Dow Chemical, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, among others.

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Fleet Owner

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

These images now carry no transaction charges for McLeod customers.

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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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Material Handling and Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Camso has introduced the Solideal PON 555 NM and PON 550 NM non-marking press-on forklift tires to meet indoor applications and rental fleets’ requirements.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Earlier this week, Dallas-based MODE Transportation, a non-asset 3PL offering truckload, less-than-truckload, intermodal, ocean, rail, air, and managed transportation services, said it has entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire Stanford, Conn-based SunteckTTS, a multimodal transportation solutions provider.

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Material Handling and Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Yusen Logistics has launched Yusen Vantage, which provides real-time tracking and advanced supply chain management within a modular architecture.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

With a 0.001-cent gain, this week’s average is $3.074. This marks the third time over the last six weeks that the national average has seen a gain, with declines occurring in three of the previous five weeks.

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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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Overdrive Online

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

The program can be a backstop to any size carrier's efforts to effectively demonstrate a commitment to safety should the lawyers come searching for ways to cherry-pick further adversity after an accident -- and in future may help NASTC square the circle as it relates to insurance premiums with the power of the group utilizing the program.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

The ATA’s advanced seasonally-adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index for October, at 118.1 (2015=100), fell 0.3% off of September’s 118.5 reading, which was upwardly revised from an initial reading of 117.6. The ATA’s not seasonally-adjusted (NSA) index, which represents the change in tonnage actually hauled by fleets before any seasonal adjustment and the metric ATA says fleets should benchmark their levels with, came in at 125.4 (2015=100), topping September by 8.4%.

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Freight Center

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

With so many different ways to ship freight, how do you know which method is the best? Look no further, we’ve simplified the search for the right shipping method for your cargo. To help you make a better, more informed decision, we’ve created a short synopsis of the types of methods available. Less than Truckload (LTL). If your cargo is too big to be parcel (150 lbs. or more), but you don’t need an entire freight truck, LTL shipping is the way to go.

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World Food Programme Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

From growing vegetables in the desert to digital training that allows refugees to continue working wherever they are living A woman pays for her supermarket food via an iris scan, under the Building Blocks pilot for Syrian refugees at a camp in Jordan. Photo: WFP/Mohammad Batah As the world’s largest humanitarian organization, the World Food Programme (WFP)’s digital transformation is about embracing new technologies and data that will help realize the goal of zero hunger by 2030.

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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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Material Handling and Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Employer practices previously frowned upon gain favor.

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MercuryGate

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

The post Visibility in Freight: Where’s My Stuff? appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Real-time logistics visibility leader Sixfold has confirmed that industrialist thyssenkrupp Steel Europe will adopt its live shipment sharing platform. The steel supplier will then be able to track inbound transports to its European sites in real-time and improve warehouse productivity. “With time-critical data on inbound logistics, we will further increase our productivity,” says Jens Fiedler from thyssenkrupp Steel Europe’s logistics department. “Sixfold with its intuitive lo

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Last month, Adrian Gonzalez’s blog post on value-added services for third-party logistics providers (3PL) provided statistical evidence from a survey that supports the transformational trend… The post The Need to Exceed: The Race to Become an ‘xPL’ appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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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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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

GEFCO has signed an agreement with Airbus to support its transition to a cleaner, more environmentally friendly supply chain. GEFCO will gradually replace Airbus’ disposable packaging with reusable, foldable containers. The move demonstrates both companies’ commitment to meeting the strictest environmental standards while boosting efficiency in the aviation sector.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

[og_img] It’s that time of year again… when the John Lewis ad hits out TV screens. Queue weeping. John Lewis will be hoping its dragon… The post It’s going to take more than Edgar the Dragon to save supply chains this Christmas appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

TIP Trailer Services has been given the go-ahead by Canadian competition authorities to proceed with the acquisition of Trailer Wizards, a leading supplier of trailer rental and leasing services in Canada. This follows the announcement of the proposed acquisition in September. The deal is now expected to be finalised in January 2020. The acquisition of Trailer Wizards will make TIP one of the leading trailer service providers in Canada, it says, further diversifying its geographic footprint, exp

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