UPS Flight Forward gets FAA approval to start drone airline
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Carrier has plans to expand drone delivery to more hospitals and find other goods to transport by unmanned aircraft.
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The Micro-Fulfillment Center Automation Race
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Micro-fulfillment center automation is poised for rapid growth. Customer proximity, throughput, responsiveness, and space utilization are critical factors for success. Innovative companies are addressing the micro-fulfillment challenge with cutting-edge technology and process innovations. Front and center is a number of automation technologies that can be categorized as a hybrid of shuttle system and robotic technologies.
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E-Commerce and Final Mile Empower Direct-to-Consumer Strategies for OEMs & Wholesalers
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 2, 2019
As the world grew accustomed to the use of e-commerce to find those obscure products, it presented new challenges for shippers, explains Datex. In fact, 12% of world retail sales are business-to-business e-commerce, and with returns rates of up to 30%, it is simply impractical to manage everything from a single distribution center or warehouse.read More.
Follow the fleets
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 2, 2019
We are getting close to the official kick off of Run on Less Regional. On Monday, Oct. 7, all 10 fleets participating in the Run will begin covering them delivering real freight over a variety of regional routes.
Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry
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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.
3PL Challenges and Trends: How Technology Can Drive Value
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Customer expectations are becoming more demanding across all industries, but that is especially true in the third-party logistics (3PL) industry. Companies are relying on their 3PL partners more than ever to help them succeed in today’s marketplace, which means 3PLs have to keep pace with their customers’ expanding expectations. What are some of the challenges.
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A dissenting voice on hours reforms: Owner-operators could be undercut by sliding rates
Overdrive Online
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Be careful what you wish for on hours reforms, says broker Jeff Tucker, CEO of Tucker Company Worldwide, who predicts that the DOT's hours of service proposal could tilt trucking's supply-demand market forces and cause rates to tumble.
Used truck values continue downward trend: Price Digests
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Fair Market Value (FMV) slipped again in August to continue the slight downward trend over the past year, while Forced Liquidation Value (FLV) posted another small increase, according to the latest Price Digests Commercial Truck Report.
How Predictive Maintenance is Changing Supply Chains
Morai Logistics
OCTOBER 2, 2019
The aid of technology has changed supply chains in countless ways, with one of the most prominent drivers of change in recent years being predictive maintenance. As supply chains get more complex, they require greater oversight and care. As such, with machines and robots and a variety of complex technology comes numerous benefits yet also potential points of weakness.
Spot truckload volumes rebound 29%
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Load postings jumped 29% and load-to-truck ratios rose for all three equipment types during the week ending Sept. 29, said DAT Solutions, which operates the industry’s largest electronic marketplace for spot truckload freight.
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
What’s Happening at the Upcoming Clean Fuels Summit in Louisiana
NGT News
OCTOBER 2, 2019
The Clean Fuels Summit, hosted by Louisiana Clean Fuels and the Southeast Louisiana Clean Fuel Partnership, is coming to NOLA Motorsports Park in Avondale, La., on Oct. 10. The event will feature a ride and drive on the racetrack, updates on the latest sustainable fleet technologies, and a speaker lineup of clean fuel stakeholders from […]. The post What’s Happening at the Upcoming Clean Fuels Summit in Louisiana appeared first on NGT News.
Volkswagen’s Traton to pour $2.2 billion into electric trucks, software
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 2, 2019
While the weight of trucks and the goods they transport has slowed a shift to large battery-powered vehicles, several OEMs are getting closer.
Slashing Costs: Missouri School District Shares Experience with Propane
NGT News
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Since it replaced aging diesel buses with propane autogas buses, the Grain Valley School District in Missouri has been saving money on fuel and maintenance costs. In 2018, the district decided to purchase 14 IC Bus CE Series propane autogas buses to replace diesel buses of 2001 and 2002 model years. The new buses joined […]. The post Slashing Costs: Missouri School District Shares Experience with Propane appeared first on NGT News.
FourKites and Ocean Insights team up for ocean container visibility partnership
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Chicago-based FourKites, a provider of real-time tracking and visibility solutions across transportation modes and digital platforms, said this week it has formed a strategic partnership with Hamburg-based ocean freight intelligence provider Ocean Insights that they said will provider shippers and carriers with enhanced tracking capabilities, from global seaports to final destinations.
Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability
Advertiser: GEP
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.
California independent contractor fallout: ‘Two-check’ employee/contractor pay system explored
Overdrive Online
OCTOBER 2, 2019
This week's Overdrive Radio podcast: A talk through history of the two-check "employee owner-op" model of the past with OOIDA board member and small fleet owner Monte Wiederhold, in the wake of California's codification of strict new rules around the independent contractor classification. This week's Overdrive Radio podcast: A talk through history of the two-check "employee owner-op" model of the past with OOIDA board member and small fleet owner Monte Wiederhold, in the wake of California's cod
FTR’s Shippers Conditions Index takes a step back but is still positive
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Looking ahead, FTR said it expects the SCI to remain in the mid-positive range akin to July over the course of the next year, with the caveat that any significant increase in fuel prices, due to the pending IMO 2020 mandate and other potential risks to diesel costs, may impact that forecast and make for a more negative outlook for shippers.
US Factory Gauge Sinks to 10-Year Low as Employment Wobbles
Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 2, 2019
The Institute for Supply Management's factory index defied expectations of an increase to slip to its lowest point since summer 2009.
Lowest manufacturing output in more than ten years looms as a major economic concern
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 2, 2019
With the key September ISM manufacturing reading, known as the PMI, issued yesterday by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) coming in at its lowest level in more than ten years, it stands to reason there is a fair amount of concern, as this index is followed closely by myriad supply chain stakeholders. And that comes with good reason, too, considering that the when the PMI is at a healthy level, a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth is occurring and that things are on a healthy track.
How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces
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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.
How online freight services can assist with e-commerce logistics challenges.
Freightquote
OCTOBER 2, 2019
E-commerce businesses face unique logistics challenges. Learn how online freight services can assist in providing a solution.
EEO-1 Component 2 Deadline Extended
Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 2, 2019
EEOC tells court it hasn’t met target percentage of employers who have filed.
UPS Is Granted FAA License
LandLink
OCTOBER 2, 2019
UPS announced this week that it is the first to receive the official nod from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to operate a full “drone airline,” which will allow it to expand its current small drone delivery service pilots into a country-wide network. Obviously, it’s a huge win for UPS Flight Forward, which is the dedicated UPS subsidiary the company announced it had formed earlier this year to focus entirely on building out the company’s drone delivery business.
10 Things to Know about Driver Detention
PINC
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Here’s how those hours that drivers spend waiting around the yard can impact the trucking industry, and what shippers, customers, and carriers can do about it. . When a truck driver’s route is delayed at origin or pickup, that interruption can cause a trickle-down effect across the entire transportation chain. Say, for example, a driver is nearing the end of his hours of service (HOS) limit as he pulls his tractor trailer into the yard.
GEP Outlook Report 2024
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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.
Penske Adds Electric Terminal Tractor to Fleet
NGT News
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Penske Truck Leasing is growing its electric vehicle fleet with the addition of the Kalmar Ottawa Electric Terminal Tractor (T2E). The introduction of these new all-electric commercial vehicles into Penske’s fleet is another in a series of recent moves the company has undertaken to test and showcase electric vehicles (EVs) and help bring them to […].
10 Things to Know about Driver Detention
PINC
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Here’s how those hours that drivers spend waiting around the yard can impact the trucking industry, and what shippers, customers, and carriers can do about it.
Gilbarco Veeder-Root Introduces Ergo Series of Fueling Nozzles
NGT News
OCTOBER 2, 2019
North Carolina-based Gilbarco Veeder-Root, a provider of retail and commercial fueling solutions, has released the Ergo series of fuel nozzles. Designed for comfort, durability and maximized flow, the company says, the series includes the newly released Ergo 75, a ¾-inch retail prepay nozzle for gasoline (up to 10% ethanol) and auto-diesel applications.
Revenue Recognition Series: ASC 606 – Performance Obligations in Depth (Encore Presentation)
Mazars Ledger
OCTOBER 2, 2019
WEBCAST | Accounting October 16, 2019 | 12 PM EDT Mike Crown | Quality and Risk Management Director, Mazars USA LLP… The post Revenue Recognition Series: ASC 606 – Performance Obligations in Depth (Encore Presentation) appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.
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
RFP Seeks Installation of CNG Fueling in Kansas/Missouri
NGT News
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Kansas City Regional Clean Cities, a program of the Metropolitan Energy Center (MEC), has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for the installation of one to three compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling stations in Kansas and Missouri. The facilities are intended to be capable of providing CNG fueling to both light-duty private vehicles and to […].
Revenue Recognition Series: ASC 606 – Performance Obligations in Depth (Encore Presentation)
Mazars Ledger
OCTOBER 2, 2019
WEBCAST | Accounting October 16, 2019 | 12 PM EDT Mike Crown | Quality and Risk Management Director, Mazars USA LLP […]. The post Revenue Recognition Series: ASC 606 – Performance Obligations in Depth (Encore Presentation) appeared first on The Ledger - Mazars USA.
Seeds of change
World Food Programme Logistics
OCTOBER 2, 2019
New investors, family farmers and the changing face of agriculture in Congo Call it a paradox. The Republic of Congo, a central African nation of 4 million, is blessed with abundant land, plenty of rain and sunshine, and relatively good infrastructure. Yet the Food and Agriculture Organization estimates the nation relies on imports for 80 per cent of its food.
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