Infinity buys 200 refrigerated containers for OR and WA service
DC Velocity
AUGUST 27, 2018
Firm cites rising demand for hauling perishable cargo between Pacific Northwest and destinations in Midwest, Texas, and East Coast.
DC Velocity
AUGUST 27, 2018
Firm cites rising demand for hauling perishable cargo between Pacific Northwest and destinations in Midwest, Texas, and East Coast.
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 27, 2018
In our ongoing breakdown of the U.S. trucking industry by statistics and data is this revealing segment examining the equipment fleets are using to get the job done.
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Material Handling and Logistics
AUGUST 27, 2018
Risk nightmares can occur if you're not prepared for an environmental emergency. Disasters can happen in the blink of an eye. Whether natural, environmental or just some freak accident, how your business responds to these occurrences can be the difference between successful risk mitigation and risk nightmares. Unfortunately, for many organizations, natural disasters are often overlooked, pushed aside from the more every day, common workplace incidents.
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 27, 2018
“Employee engagement is the emotional commitment an employee has to the organization and its values, vision and missions, resulting in the increased use of discretionary effort.
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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.
DC Velocity
AUGUST 27, 2018
NRF, Teamsters laud U.S.-Mexico agreement, but say three is a necessary crowd.
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Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 27, 2018
Historically, companies looking at a technology solution would put together a detailed business plan, and then only implement the technology if the forecasted financial returns exceeded their return on investment (ROI) target. But more companies are experimenting with next generation robots and other digital technologies, regardless of whether the ROI is there or not.
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 27, 2018
From May 2016 through the end of August 2017, “17 CEOs of public Big Food manufacturers and retailers had departed, or announced their intention to,” according to an article published last September in Fortune. “There’s never been a time that’s more challenging for a CEO in the industry,” explains David Garfield of consultancy AlixPartners in the article.
GlobalTranz
AUGUST 27, 2018
Believe it or not, Industry 4.0 — the latest specialization for modern factories and manufacturing plants — does factor into the design and factory layout. That is because digitization, or the current movement to connect and bring all equipment into modern times, absolutely influences design. In essence, that is the heart of Industry 4.0 , a complete synergy between operations, equipment, properties and, of course, the people who spend their time there.
Logistics Management
AUGUST 27, 2018
Based on the feedback we’ve received, the theme of our recent “Note to CEOs” blog posts appears to be resonating with shippers who are under the gun because of escalating freight costs. In case you missed them, these pieces highlighted the fact that in today’s transportation environment, C-Level executives have to be actively engaged if they want to reduce their company’s transportation spend.
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
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 27, 2018
Total shipping costs for 2018 should be around 12% higher than 2017, with 2019 forecast to be up another 6%.
Logistics Bureau
AUGUST 27, 2018
For all the hype currently surrounding workplace gamification , it is not an entirely new business concept. In fact, here at Logistics Bureau, we’ve been using the Beer Game (a supply chain simulation) for years now, as a way to help companies educate their management teams in supply chain dynamics. What is new about gamification though, is the application of digital software to make it more engaging, immediate, and suitable for a range of environments beyond the classroom.
Trinity Logistics
AUGUST 27, 2018
As managing supply chain becomes more taxing on companies’ internal resources, there’s been a lot of growth in the number of small and medium businesses choosing to adopt a Transportation Management Software, according to research company Gartner. While TMS adoption rates are starting to pick up, there are still many companies caught in the cross-hairs, unsure if the benefits are a good fit for their specific needs.
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 27, 2018
New York-based Zeem Solutions orders 50 electric Chevrolet Low-Cab Forward 6500XDs.
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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.
Conger
AUGUST 27, 2018
The upcoming implementation of the new ANSI A92.22 Safe Use and A92.24 Training Standards for Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) in the United States is creating quite a bit of confusion in the industry. We’ll break down the responsibilities outlined in the new standards and the challenges presented by these changes. But first, who will be affected?
Conger
AUGUST 27, 2018
The upcoming implementation of the new ANSI A92.22 Safe Use and A92.24 Training Standards for Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) in the United States is creating quite a bit of confusion in the industry. We’ll break down the responsibilities outlined in the new standards and the challenges presented by these changes. But first, who will be affected?
Material Handling and Logistics
AUGUST 27, 2018
The United States and Mexico have agreed to a new trade agreement, though the Nafta name is being dropped. Negotiating with Canada remains the final hurdle. by Eric Martin, Jennifer Jacobs, Josh Wingrove and Andrew Mayeda. President Donald Trump hailed a deal with Mexico to revamp the North American Free Trade Agreement as “a big day for trade” and said he plans to change the name of a reworked version of the accord.
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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.
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 27, 2018
President Trump says discussions with Canada to continue
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