Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article is from Logistyx Technologies and looks at cloud multi-carrier parcel management systems. Not too long ago, if you were implementing a multi-carrier parcel management system, you had to buy the software and install it on premise.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

This interesting article dissects the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) monthly report. Truck job growth might be slowing, but warehouse jobs are declining. Is that due to increased automation?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

There is a common cliche that necessity is the mother of invention – and by extension, innovation. The past two and half years have certainly brought a variety of challenges and opportunities that have made innovation not just a preference, but essential for manufacturers and distributors to thrive into the future. According to our recent SYSPRO Global Research report , 70% of manufacturers and distributors experienced supply chain disruptions, while 60% of businesses found themselves unab

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Commercial Carrier Journal

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Ride along with CCJ Chief Editor Jason Cannon and Peterbilt's Medium-duty Product Marketing Manager Phil Hall to learn more about this green-energy driving experience.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

India, believed by many to have the potential to become the next China, is finally making headway in the exports market as it broke into the top five suppliers of Christmas decorative items and t-shirts to the U.S.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

MWPVL International Inc., which tracks Amazon’s real-estate footprint, estimates the company has either shuttered or killed plans to open 42 facilities totaling almost 25 million square feet of usable space.

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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Battle Motors, formerly Crane Carrier Co. (CCC), has completed a Series B investment round with $150 million in new growth capital from a cornerstone global institutional investor. This capital raise follows a $120 million Series A investment round announced in December 2021. The proceeds will be used to expand production throughput to 16 trucks per […].

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

To satisfy demand and start alleviating challenges, retailers need a comprehensive last-mile strategy to make the holiday shopping season easier.

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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

ElDorado National (California), or ENC, a subsidiary of REV Group Inc. and a heavy-duty transit bus and emission-free technology company, is developing its next generation of zero-emission products: Axess Battery Electric Bus (EVO-BE) and Axess Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Bus (EVO-FC). Both buses utilize the Axess platform, a performance and safety product, and have advanced […].

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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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Commercial Carrier Journal

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

TMS providers urge carriers to invest in SaaS-based model, which they say can help save money amid the squeeze of mounting financial pressures created by inflation and a softening freight market.

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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The sale of hybrid-electric vehicles (HEV) increased by 76% from 2020 to 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The first full year of HEV sales in the United States was 2000. Since then, there have been two distinct periods of growth prior to the 76% surge in sales from 2020 to 2021. […]. The post Hybrid EV Sales Grew by 76 Percent from 2020 to 2021, DOE Reports appeared first on NGT News.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Dockworkers at the U.K.'s busiest container port say more industrial action could follow, as an eight-day strike ends with no agreement.

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Truck News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Hey, David? Do you know Frank? No matter what they regret to inform you about, a call or visit that starts like this is rarely going to be good news. There has been a lot of this lately. Lots of painful news. Parents losing children. People I know dying. The way the bad news is […].

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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.

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Women in Trucking

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The word civility is defined as formal politeness and courtesy in behavior or speech. Its origin is the word “civilitas” which relates to citizens. Words aligned with civility include courtesy, politeness, good manners, graciousness, and respect.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Will mounting debt be the factor that finally plunges the economy into recession?

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Following an increase in the cargo dedication of Cathay Pacific throughout the pandemic and beyond, the award-winning airline’s hub, Hong Kong International Airport, has been recognised for its cargo proficiency. The international airport was named the world’s busiest cargo airport, as well carrying the most tonnage for 2021, beating last year’s top-ranking Memphis International Airport, which positioned second according to the Airports Council International (ACI).

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

One of the most irksome tasks of owning an eCommerce business is keeping track of inventory—not just the number of units, but their costs. The bigger your business, the harder this becomes. Of course there are eCommerce fulfillment software and inventory management systems that can do this for you, but every business owner should know the basics of inventory accounting methods.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the IATA World Cargo Symposium (WCS) will focus on building resilience to further strengthen air cargo’s post-pandemic prospects. .

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Shippeo

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Global shippers need better container visibility more than ever before, for ocean freight ETAs and container milestone status, in real time, and available in one leading multimodal real-time transportation visibility platform (RTTVP) solution.

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MercuryGate

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Many shippers’ management capabilities are being tested like never before. Keeping up with market volatility and customer demands is easier with a strong focus on multimodal logistics and shipping services. Businesses have gravitated more and more to e-commerce over the past decade as competition for faster, cheaper, time-definite delivery options continue to fuel rising shipping and handling costs.

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Loginext

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

McDonald’s Malaysia’s Labuan Airport Store wins LogiNext’s ‘Heroes Of Home Delivery’ Award LogiNext is a home delivery automation platform that is used by 200+ enterprise clients across sectors in 50+ countries. The platform helps brands with technology to digitally transform their delivery operations and achieve a high degree of automation. McDonald’s Malaysia has been […].

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Advertiser: GEP

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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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

A rising Consumer Price Index directly correlates to the cost of financing equipment, but it can also have a significant ripple effect on other cost centers, such as maintenance and repair.

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

As the world faced unprecedented and uncertain times over the past two years, truck drivers helped hospitals, medical offices and stores stay stocked with the essentials needed to stay healthy and safe. And as society adjusts to a new normal, the contributions and commitment of Penske Logistics’ safe, professional drivers continue to keep the world and its supply chains moving forward.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The ocean freight industry is greatly in need of a way to automate and digitize the contracting process — and so is every other stage of the supply chain, says Matt Marshall, senior vice president with NYSHEX.

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals ( CSCMP ) annual EDGE conference takes place soon and Penske Logistics will have a major presence there. The company will serve as an exhibitor, top event sponsor, and feature three company officers offering their knowledge at educational sessions. This year’s conference will be September 18-21 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center, in suburban Nashville, Tennessee.

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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

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Thermo King , a leader in transport temperature control solutions, announced – and will feature at the IAA Transportation 2022 show in Hannover, Germany – the T-1200R Whisper Pro, its latest, ultra-quiet addition to the T-Series truck refrigeration systems portfolio. The new single and multi-temperature T-1200R Whisper Pro models meet the most stringent noise regulations including upcoming PIEK[1] requirements.

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