Is regional haul the future of trucking?
Fleet Owner
MAY 1, 2019
According to trucking industry sources, the length of haul has been decreasing for many years and regional haul operations have been growing.
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Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Market Growth Remains Strong, Exceeds Expectations
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 1, 2019
ARC Advisory Group just published an update to its annual warehouse management systems (WMS) market study. The recent analysis shows that e-commerce continues to exert its influence on WMS market growth. However, there is a notable shift in the market pressures and the profiles of companies purchasing WMS to support their fulfillment operations. For example, pressures from expedited delivery and the subtle shift in demand from soft goods to hard line items, such as grocery, and particularly prom
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Cutting maintenance costs on trailers with dynamic asset tracking
Fleet Owner
MAY 1, 2019
Cory Halbardier, Director of Business Development and Operations, Flex Tracking and Telematics Solutions at Geotab talks about best practices related to asset tracking and the technologies that assist in securing trailer cargo.
Putting Community in TMS: Enabling the Network Effect in Transportation Management
Talking Logistics
MAY 1, 2019
Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt from “ Putting Community in TMS: Enabling the Network Effect in Transportation Management ,” a research e-book produced by Adelante SCM and published by Kuebix (a Talking Logistics sponsor). Transportation management is inherently a network-based business process. It involves an ecosystem of different parties — a community, if you will, of shippers, carriers, consignees, brokers, and others that need to communicate and collaborate with each other
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.
Hendrickson expands Trailer Commercial Vehicle Systems operations
Fleet Owner
MAY 1, 2019
Hendrickson, based in Woodridge, IL, is expanding its Trailer Commercial Vehicle Systems operations in Northeastern Ohio with 35 acres purchased from the more than 325-acre parcel of the Stark County Farm property.
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ACT Expo notebook: A slew of electric, natural gas offerings
Fleet Owner
MAY 1, 2019
CityFreighter premiered its full electric medium-duty CF1 truck aimed at last-mile delivery. It has a driving range of about 100 miles, and offers a low-floor cargo area, keyless operation and a modular cargo box.
Gas Tax for Infrastructure Sparks Fears of Backlash
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 1, 2019
Groups including U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the AFL-CIO, the American Trucking Associations are advocating raising federal fuel taxes to generate the funding needed to upgrades public works from a “D-plus’’ level that the American Society of Engineers has estimated would cost $2 trillion.
A sneak peek at future safety systems
Fleet Owner
MAY 1, 2019
Technology continues to give fleets and drivers an array of wondrous products.
Last-Mile Delivery App
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 1, 2019
Priority Express has launched PX VeriTrack, a mobile app designed to improve predictability and transparent communication in the world of final-mile delivery solutions.
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
5 off-road equipment tracking challenges and how to overcome them
Fleet Owner
MAY 1, 2019
Bob Rauhof, Off-Road Business Development Manager at Geotab talks about the technology involved in construction and mining fleets.
Averitt takes steps to boost final mile network and white glove services
Logistics Management
MAY 1, 2019
In a move geared toward rising demand for final mile logistics services, freight transportation and logistics services provider Averitt Express announced this week that it has expanded its residential delivery network through enhanced final mile network and white glove services. The company noted that this move is a driver in its ability to provide retail and e-commerce shippers with a complete supply chain offering.
Uber’s Advanced Technologies Group to get a boost of $1B
Fleet Owner
MAY 1, 2019
Expanded partnership to accelerate development and deployment of automated ridesharing services is expected to close in Q3 of 2019.
Manufacturing output slips in April, reports ISM
Logistics Management
MAY 1, 2019
The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) reported today in its April Manufacturing Report on Business that April Manufacturing output remained in growth modes, despite seeing declines in some of its key metrics. The report’s key metric, the PMI, dipped 2.5% to 52.8 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), following a 1.1% increase from February to March, a 2.4% decrease from January to February and a 2.3% increase from December to January.
Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability
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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.
Why Shippers Are Focusing on Inbound Logistics Visibility to Become Shipper of Choice
GlobalTranz
MAY 1, 2019
Improving supply chain visibility is a goal of most organizations, but inbound freight is much more than simple dock scheduling. Shippers were faced with the need to understand the cost, transit, purchase order associations, carrier selections, vendor requirements, specifications within the inbound freight routing guide and much more. Unfortunately, many different issues resulted in shippers.read More.
Blue Horseshoe to host “Nerd Night for the Needy”
Blue Horseshoe Solutions
MAY 1, 2019
BLUE HORSESHOE SEEKS TO RAISE 800-PLUS POUNDS OF FOOD FOR HAMILTON COUNTY FOOD BANK IN 2ND ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE MAY 3 CARMEL, IN – Blue Horseshoe, one of the nation’s leading software and supply chain solutions companies, will turn its attention to the needy on Friday, May […]. The post Blue Horseshoe to host “Nerd Night for the Needy” appeared first on ERP Implementation & Supply Chain Consulting - Blue Horseshoe.
A modern HR approach is a collaborative one
Truck News
MAY 1, 2019
“Modernizing your workforce starts with modernizing your HR approach.” In today’s labour market, successful truck fleets and logistics companies know that staying abreast of the issues will help them stay ahead of the competition.
Improve SMB Shipping Efficiency by Partnering with One 3PL
Freight Center
MAY 1, 2019
Small to medium-size businesses (SMBs) may find themselves spending hours searching for the lowest price possible. Unfortunately, the time spent searching is often wasted because the results only produce minimally cheaper options. The better path to savings is to be more efficient. Streamline & optimize with one partner. SMB’s can optimize their shipping and become more efficient by choosing one 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) partner and sticking with them.
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.
A Decathlon worker’s experience. Part 1
Logistics at MPEPS at UPV
MAY 1, 2019
In this first post in reference to my experience working for Decathlon’s wholesale chain I will talk about the current logistics situation. As a long-term worker I was able to see how things were done in the chain on a daily basis as well as on a large movement level due to seasonal changes or removals. So I will talk about two elements. First of all, the daily logistics management of the company.
Improve SMB Shipping Efficiency by Partnering with One 3PL
Freight Center
MAY 1, 2019
Small to medium-size businesses (SMBs) may find themselves spending hours searching for the lowest price possible. Unfortunately, the time spent searching is often wasted because the results only produce minimally cheaper options. The better path to savings is to be more efficient. Streamline & optimize with one partner. SMB’s can optimize their shipping and become more efficient by choosing one 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) partner and sticking with them.
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World Food Programme Logistics
MAY 1, 2019
Meet Theresia Laura?—?the World Food Programme Indonesia’s logistics superstar. Laura’s career has been spent preparing for and responding to disasters. Photo: WFP/photo library She has been working with WFP for more than ten years, facing some of the most challenging emergencies, all over Indonesia and even West Africa. She joined WFP in the aftermath of the historic Aceh tsunami?
Improve SMB Shipping Efficiency by Partnering with One 3PL
Freight Center
MAY 1, 2019
Small to medium-size businesses (SMBs) may find themselves spending hours searching for the lowest price possible. Unfortunately, the time spent searching is often wasted because the results only produce minimally cheaper options. The better path to savings is to be more efficient. Streamline & optimize with one partner. SMB’s can optimize their shipping and become more efficient by choosing one 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) partner and sticking with them.
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 Truck Leasing Joins Partners for Automated Vehicle Education (PAVE) Coalition
Penske Move Ahead
MAY 1, 2019
In an industry first, Penske Truck Leasing announced it has joined the Partners for Automated Vehicle Education (PAVE) coalition. The move is an effort by the company that aligns with its mobility strategies around connected, automated, shared, and electric commercial vehicles. “Varying levels of automation are already happening in the trucking industry.
Ford to export Ranger from Port Elizabeth
Automotive Logistics
MAY 1, 2019
Ford South Africa is to begin using the port in the southern city of Port Elizabeth to export its locally assembled Ranger line, following unexpectedly high demand. This will alleviate pressure on its primary export port, Durban, on the east coast of the country. The company has a plant in Pretoria, 600km inland, and uses rail to ship assembled vehicles to Durban Harbour’s ro-ro terminal, which serves as the country’s primary import and export hub for most OEMs, importers and distributors.
Proseal to be Acquired by US Corporation in £220m Deal
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 1, 2019
Proseal – a leading UK provider of tray sealing technology to the food industry – is to be acquired by Chicago-based JBT Corporation. JBT, which is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the company for a purchase price of approximately £220m, subject to regulatory approvals. The deal will allow Proseal to further expand its business by providing access to JBT’s global sales and service network.
The Brazil-Argentina Trade Connection
247 Customs Broker
MAY 1, 2019
This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil) By land and sea, shippers trading back and forth between Brazil and Argentina are taking advantage of opportunities while also navigating the complexities of global trade in these countries. With a coastline of about 8,500 navigable kilometers, Brazil’s ports handle about 700 million tons of good annually […].
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
Rebuilt Flexis Offered with New Truck Warranty
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 1, 2019
Narrow Aisle Ltd has announced that remanufactured machines in its Flexi ECO AC range of ‘second life’ articulated reach trucks are now offered with the same factory warranty terms as new-build Flexi units. “Demand for articulated VNA equipment is growing and, as more companies opt to supplement their materials handling fleets with Flexi VNA units, rebuilt trucks offer a highly cost efficient proposition,” says John Maguire, managing director of Narrow Aisle Ltd.
Flatbed’s uptick the lone standout in April as rates pullback continues
247 Customs Broker
MAY 1, 2019
(Rates data from Truckstop.com.) Per-mile flatbed rates on the spot market climbed two cents in April, according to Truckstop.com, while van and reefer rates sank a few cents each. April’s rates report, based on transactional data from Truckstop.com’s loadboard and freight-matching platform, signals that rates continue to float downward as the market repositions from 2018’s […].
Agility to Run Logistics for Porsche Motorsport in Asia Series
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 1, 2019
Agility has signed a two-year logistics partnership agreement with Porsche Motorsports for the eight-weekend Porsche Carrera Cup Asia (PCCA) racing series. Agility will handle the movement of all cars for the series, organizing shipping, transport and handling of the race cars across Asia-Pacific, as well as spare parts support from Porsche Germany to race sites in Asia-Pacific.
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