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What is a Digital Supply Chain Twin and How can It Support Your Strategic Decisions?

AIMMS

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Mobile Warehouse Robotics Market to Continue Its Explosive Growth

Logistics Viewpoints

Examples of Mobile Warehouse Robotics included in ARC’s Research. I recently completed ARC Advisory Group’s research on the mobile warehouse robotics market. This global market has been growing extremely fast and I forecast it continue growing at a rapid pace. In the process, I expect robotics suppliers to obtain labor resources from adjacent or similar markets to support their growth.

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Smart Camera for Connected Car Telematics Makes Debut

IoT World Today

Jungo has debuted a new smart camera for visual car telematics that complements its existing computer vision software stack. . The company’s VuDrive dual-camera offers camera-based driver monitoring, road risk analysis, video recording and cloud services. The product allows for separate recordings of the road and the vehicle’s interior. It identifies visual indications of risky actions and adverse highway incidents before raising a real-time flag to relevant stakeholders.

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ShipMonk Acquires Ruby Has Fulfillment

Ship Monk

Combined company bolsters enterprise capabilities for e-commerce retailers of all sizes and expands network domestically and internationally. Fort Lauderdale, FL and Bay Shore, NY, January 20, 2022 — ShipMonk , a leading provider of e-commerce fulfillment and technology solutions, today announced its acquisition of Ruby Has Fulfillment, a leading third-party logistics (3PL) technology company.

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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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How to Sleep in a Supply Chain Storm

Talking Logistics

In his book “Have a Little Faith,” Mitch Albom shares the following story from a sermon given by Rabbi Albert Lewis in 1975: “A man seeks employment on a farm. He hands his letter of recommendation to his new employer. It reads simply, ‘He sleeps in a storm.’ “The owner is desperate for help, so. Read more How to Sleep in a Supply Chain Storm.

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National diesel average heads up for the second straight week, reports EIA

Logistics Management

With a 6.8-cent increase, the national average, for the week of January 17, came in at $3.725 per gallon, which followed a 4.4-cent increase, to $3.657 per gallon, for the week of January 10.

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Five Ways Data Moves Through a Logistics Network

Supply Chain Brain

Data moves through supply chains in many different ways, each with their own advantages and disadvantages.

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Landi Renzo Expands Hydrogen-RNG Portfolio with Idro Meccanica Acquisition

NGT News

SAFE S.p.A., a company of the SAFE & CEC Group, controlled by Landi Renzo S.p.A., has finalized the acquisition of 90% interest in the share capital of Idro Meccanica S.r.l., a company in the production of technologies and systems for hydrogen, renewable natural gas and natural gas compression. The remaining 10% stake in the share […]. The post Landi Renzo Expands Hydrogen-RNG Portfolio with Idro Meccanica Acquisition appeared first on NGT News.

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LA Port Truckers Seek to Unionize in New Gig Work Showdown

Supply Chain Brain

Hundreds of truckers who haul goods at Southern California ports and railyards are petitioning to unionize, hoping to convince federal authorities they’re really employees and not contractors as their company claims.

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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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New York State Augments EV Purchasing Program for Consumers with $12 Million

NGT News

More than $12 million has been added to the Drive Clean Rebate program to help consumers save up to $2,000 on the purchase of an electric vehicle (EV) and $2.7 million awarded to local governments to purchase electric vehicles and install zero-emission charging/fueling stations for public use to address climate change and build healthier communities. […].

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Why You Should Move Secondary Packaging Closer to the Consumer

Kane is Able

Much of the cost and complexity in CPG supply chains happens post manufacturing. Think about it. You might have one product – a potato chip – that gets packaged in dozens of ways. Historically, this final packaging has been handled as a discrete supply chain function. But an increasing number of CPG companies are recognizing the huge cost advantages up – to 30% of combined warehousing/packaging/freight costs – of integrating final packaging with distribution center operations, and working with s

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Six Key Considerations for Compressed Natural Gas and Renewable Natural Gas Compressors

NGT News

Whether you are capturing biogas, moving compressed natural gas through a grid, or equipping a fuel station for natural gas vehicles, these six considerations will point you to the system, controls and service that are right for you. Efficiency No leaks. Methane is an aggressive greenhouse gas, so you don’t want it leaking from your […]. The post Six Key Considerations for Compressed Natural Gas and Renewable Natural Gas Compressors appeared first on NGT News.

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Open the washrooms to truck drivers everywhere

Truck News

In a just world, there would be no need to legislate common decency. Simple acts of humanity would be a common reflex. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. This is apparently too much to ask. Look no further than businesses that deny washroom access to truck drivers, even as those […].

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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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Vicinity Motor Picks Up Order for 100 EV Trucks from Pioneer Auto Group

NGT News

Vicinity Motor Corp. has secured a CAD $14 million order from Pioneer Auto Group, a retail automotive dealer in British Columbia, for 100 VMC 1200 Class 3 electric trucks. The Pioneer Group has been appointed to act as VMC’s exclusive dealer in the province of British Columbia – this follows a previous letter of intent. […]. The post Vicinity Motor Picks Up Order for 100 EV Trucks from Pioneer Auto Group appeared first on NGT News.

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How Real-Time Geospatial Data Helps Seaports in Crisis

Supply Chain Brain

As supply chain challenges continue to disrupt the global transportation network, container shipping companies need to adapt to equipment shortages and delays by transforming their operations.

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With CEC Funding, EPRI, CALSTART Develop Truck Charging Infrastructure in California

NGT News

The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and CALSTART have been awarded $13 million from the California Energy Commission (CEC) to jump start California’s high-power charging infrastructure for medium and heavy-duty vehicles. The two organizations will lead a collaboration to launch a zero-emission, freight-charging corridor network. The multi-phase project, Research Hub for Electric Technologies in Truck […].

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Have U.S. Exports Seen the Worst of Supply Chain Problems on the Gulf Coast?

MTS Logistics

For the last 1 to 1.5 years, we have all read about the problems with shipping containers and supply chains. The hottest topic is imports from Asia to the U.S. Prices are going up, West Coast ports are completely congested, rail ramps cannot handle the work, there are trucking challenges, etc. As prices and delays on the U.S. West Coast climbed and fluctuated at a median rate of suffering, we started to feel the pressure on U.S.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

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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Barcoding Inc. Launches IntelliTrack, an Enterprise Inventory and Asset Tracking Platform

Supply Chain Brain

Barcoding Inc., a supply chain automation and innovation company, announced the launch of its next-gen enterprise asset and inventory tracking platform, IntelliTrack.

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University of Akron research highlights the need for more women in the supply chain

Logistics Management

New research says supply chain teams composed of all women achieve the best performance.

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Nightmare Vaccine Logistics Are Prolonging the Global Pandemic

Supply Chain Brain

Lack of supply was the biggest threat initially to the vaccination programs of developing nations. Now, it’s logistics.

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FarEye Teams up with Microsoft to Strengthen Its Last-Mile Delivery Solution

IoT World Today

FarEye is collaborating with Microsoft as an amplification partner in the company’s Cloud for Retail program, a move that will help retailers orchestrate, track and optimize deliveries with lower logistic costs while meeting end consumer demand. . FarEye’s intelligent delivery management platform handles 100 million transactions each month among 45,000 drivers and 30,000 carriers.

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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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New Zero Emissions Service Helps North American Air and Sea Customers Offset Carbon Footprints

Supply Chain Brain

GebrĂĽder Weiss, a global freight forwarder, has introduced its new Zero Emissions service to its customers in North America.

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How Do I Keep My Freight From Freezing?

Blue Grace Logistics

Winter is rough on freight for many reasons. Snowstorms and ice can create dangerous travel conditions that delay trucks in the best case scenarios and can bring the supply chain to a screeching halt in the worst. However, while most people are worried about the tractor-trailer jackknifing in the middle of the highway, most people aren’t considering the condition of the freight itself.

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This Wearable Tech Supports Safety of Increasingly Remote Workforce

Supply Chain Brain

Nearly two years into the pandemic, the future of the workplace remains unclear.

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Beware FOMO and New Supply Chain Technology

10xLogistics

In November of 2019 I wrote an article entitled " What Do FOMO and LinkedIn Have To Do With Supply Chain ". FOMO is short for "Fear of Missing Out" and the general thesis of my article was if you become consumed with chasing every rabbit down every rabbit hole for "fear of missing out" then you will likely not get much done. The same can be true about LinkedIn.

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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

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DOT tasks its COVID response and recovery boss to lead FMCSA

Overdrive Online

Robin Hutcheson has been named Deputy Administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, taking over the role vacated by the departure of Meera Joshi earlier this month.

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Great Update from Craig Fuller on Supply Chain in 2022

10xLogistics

I am sure many in this community follow Craig Fuller from Freightwaves. I thought this was a very good interview on Bloomberg so I thought I would post it here.

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Collett delivers 57-metre wind farm blades

Logistics Business Magazine

Collett & Sons has completed all wind turbine component deliveries to Twentyshilling Wind Farm, located approximately 4.8km south of Sanquhar, in Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland. Appointed to undertake all planning and deliveries for the nine Vestas V117 turbines, Collett began transporting the components from King George V Dock in June 2021.