GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Regardless of the current political climate, e-commerce expansion continues, and the global supply chain has grown more interdependent than ever. Shippers need to understand why LTL freight shipments spikes will affect their operations and how the right partner can mean the difference between success and failure. As e-commerce continues its march toward dominance over the.read More.
Shipchain
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Supply chain visibility is essential to modern success, but according to Supply Chain Dive , as few as 6% of companies have achieved full supply chain visibility. The problems existing within supply chain visibility go back to issues with tracking shipments after shipping to consumers. At the same time, supply chain visibility and transparency rank as the third-leading priorities for supply chains in 2018.
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Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 10, 2019
In a new study, 46% of participants stated that they plan to spend “significantly” or “slightly” less this year on holiday shopping.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Gilbarco Veeder-Root recently released the Ergo series, its next-generation fuel nozzles designed for comfort, durability and maximized flow.
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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.
Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 10, 2019
As Amazon, Walmart, Target and other retailers continue to reduce delivery times, customers are pushing competitors to keep pace.
Logistics Brief brings together the best content for Logistics and Warehousing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Injuries resulting from manual material handling tasks are as serious as they are expensive.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Driving operational growth and increasing supply chain efficiency in today’s ever-changing business world is a top priority for many companies. In order to grow in a rapidly evolving marketplace, organizations must possess the ability to use advanced algorithms and data analytics to generate the next wave of supply chain value. With the abundant data available and the advanced technologies now accessible to help harness it, organizations must establish effective strategies to curate data, produc
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Technology has affected every aspect of the business world. In the modern fast-paced technological world, various smart items have been developed and are being relied on for daily operations. A smart warehouse refers to a large building used for storage of raw materials and other goods where computers and machines are used in the completion […].
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
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Logistics service providers (LSPs) are experiencing their most vibrant and challenging era. A multitude of venture capitalist-backed innovators beckon logistics executives with the promise of digital transformation, as consumer-led expectations of speed and cost spread through all businesses. Simultaneously, competitive threats and geopolitical turmoil continually drive the need for increased operational agility.
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Freight transportation and logistics services provider Schneider and Truckstop.com, a load board and provider of spot market freight matching services, announced this week they recently completed a pilot program that provides intuitive advanced functionality to Schneider carriers, entitled “Book it Now.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Volumes decline from August peaks; weather plays a role.
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 10, 2019
The Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) reported this week that its Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) headed up 1.4% from July to August, the most recent month for which data is available, setting a new all-time high for the second consecutive month.
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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.
Kane is Able
OCTOBER 10, 2019
What did you do to celebrate CX Day earlier this month? Wait…what?! You’ve never heard of it? CX, of course, is short for Customer Experience. CX Day celebrates those customers. You know, the people who keep the lights on. The day itself moves around a bit, making it hard to get traction for this particular celebration.
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Since introducing its Automate Reloads program earlier this year, Seattle-based digital freight broker Convoy said today that the offering has yielded a 45% decrease on carbon dioxide emissions created by empty freight miles.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 10, 2019
A growing body of research sheds light on how blue-collar wages affect the U.S. economy.
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 10, 2019
“The ill-advised U.S.-China trade war continues to wreak havoc on American exporters and manufacturers,” said Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka.
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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.
Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Columbus McKinnon Corp. has introduced its Unified Industries brand ProPath Automated Workstation Crane.
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Rail carloads, at 247,028, decreased 8.5%, and intermodal containers and trailers, at 268,033 units, were off 5.8% annually.
United World Transporation
OCTOBER 10, 2019
The American Trucking Association projects that trucking freight will have volume growth of 3.4% for 2018-2023. If you are thinking of a trucking career and how best to keep pace with this growth, we have some insights that will help you navigate your options. Drive Your Trucking Career Forward. Are you fascinated by big rigs? Have you hoped to become a truck driver since you were a toddler?
Overdrive Online
OCTOBER 10, 2019
You might be surprised at what the numbers have to say about waiting an extra day, even when that higher-paying load surfaces.
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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.
I.C.E. Transport
OCTOBER 10, 2019
January 1, 2020 marks not just the start of a new year, but also a price hike for many companies that ship international freight. That increase comes courtesy of new ultra-low sulfur fuel regulations from the International Maritime Organization (IMO). How can you make sure this stringent standard for cleaner fuel doesn’t take too big a bite from your budget?
Bulk Connection
OCTOBER 10, 2019
It’s a goal that many people have – from decluttering living spaces to performing more efficiently at work. If your work involves reducing bulk freight costs for your transportation operations, you may find yourself complicating matters instead of simplifying them. Whether you’re sending out an endless stream of RFQs or relying exclusively on load boards, you’re likely making your job more complex, not simpler.
MercuryGate
OCTOBER 10, 2019
The post Why Wholesale Distributors & Retailers Are Looking at TMS Solutions appeared first on MercuryGate International.
247 Customs Broker
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Dive Brief: Schneider and Truckstop.com have teamed up to launch “Book it Now,” a brokerage program that coordinates instant load booking, according to a press… The post Schneider, Truckstop.com team up on instant load booking appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
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
Penske Move Ahead
OCTOBER 10, 2019
The last leg of the electronic logging mandate occurs in December, and all fleets that are required to keep records of duty service will need to have electronic logging devices (ELD) installed in their trucks. Many fleets have already made the transition, but those that haven’t should act now. “We want to make sure we’re having discussions with our customers so we can understand their current state and their goals,” said Samantha Thompson, fleet telematics and customer success manager at Penske
247 Customs Broker
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Dive Brief: Convoy estimates its Automated Reloads program has resulted in a 45% reduction in carbon emissions by reducing the number of empty miles traveled… The post Convoy: Bundling freight cuts carbon emissions 45% appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 10, 2019
“It becomes very real for people when you can demonstrate [autonomous technology] safely on one or two commercial routes where you can actually take the driver out of the equation,” says CFO Cheng Lu.
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