GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Major trends continue to influence the state of logistics. According to John Schultz of Logistics Management, US logistics costs rose more than 11% through 2018, and they allude to a year of continued growth throughout 2019. Such costs amount to 8% of gross domestic product (GDP), and shippers are scrambling to find ways to keep.read More. The post Best Practices for Freight Carrier Management appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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United World Transporation

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Perishable transportation is perhaps one of the most time sensitive industry segments that truckers can operate in. A day late might mean spoiled product. We all know that time and time management is key for truckers in this segment, so we are offering 5 solutions that will help truckers manage their time better to ensure that they have successful deliveries.

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ShipLilly

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

The trade war between the United States and China is ongoing. This trade war has made a name for itself as it impacted shipping lanes, but now the impact is reaching to the sky. The trade war between the US and China has started to drag air cargo down with it. Economies are slowing down, and the Asia-Pacific market is dealing with the majority of diminished demand.

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Overdrive Online

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Wisconsin-based owner-operator Carl Nyhof is "a household name in our area for his generosity," owner-operator Seth Taylor says. With many others in the area long mentored by the elder statesman of trucking in Oostburg, Wis., Taylor in part penned this appreciation of Nyhof and his long-running Mack.

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Fleet Owner

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Insights enabled by the data tool have reduced roadside calls by more than 60% in some pilot tests, according to Pressure Systems International.

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Overdrive Online

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Owner-operators took to various cities across California this week to air their grievances against the state's new, restrictive law that could block owner-operators from working in the state. The protests come as moves Uber and Lyft could give trucking some leverage in landing an exemption from the California law.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

The largest source of carbon dioxide emissions in the United States currently comes from transportation, surpassing electricity emissions in 2017 for the first time since 1978. Precisely because of these daunting figures, the vast majority of the world’s largest companies are adopting initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in their supply chains, and adopting environmentally friendly policies across their business.

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Fleet Owner

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Load posts on the spot truckload market closed the month of October. on a high note, gaining 16% during the week ending Nov. 3, said DAT Solutions, which operates the industry’s largest electronic marketplace for spot truckload freight.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

While global e-commerce giant Amazon, for good reason, receives more than its fair share of headlines for its ongoing initiatives to expand its logistics presence into a key service offering and competitive differentiator, it is not entirely alone as a large global ubiquitous player making noticeable strides in the logistics sector, at least not yet.

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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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Fleet Owner

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

It might keep the economy running, but trucking has never been the most cost-effective industry in which to operate.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Coping with growth and change is never easy, but it’s particularly challenging in a tight labor market in which the cost of industrial real estate has spiraled upward. As this year’s survey results show, respondents are rolling up their sleeves and coping with change by leveraging additional technology, as well as by increasing attention on training, pay rates and data quality.

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Bulk Connection

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

When transporting chemical products, careful steps need to be taken to avoid costly, even disastrous, shipping errors. In this article, we’ll examine the “Dos and Don’ts”– or more accurately, the “Don’ts and Dos” – of chemical transportation to help you get your operation on the right track (or in the right tank).

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

While reports this week point to the possibility of progress being made on the phase one trade deal between the United States and China in the ongoing tariff-centric trade war, that does not diminish the impact and increased costs that this situation has wrought to date. That sentiment was made clear in data issued this week by Tariffs Hurt the Heartland, a nationwide, bipartisan campaign focused on telling the stories of American families, businesses and workers who are hurt by tariffs.

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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.

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Fleet Owner

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

ATLANTA. Trailer aero specialist Rocketail now offers a new “contact response hinge” to its Wings system, an always-deployed aircraft style wing design with multi-level airflows that requires no driver involvement.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Shippers and carriers involved in hazmat—and in many areas regulated in transportation and distribution—need to be periodically updating themselves on any additional changes.

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Fleet Owner

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

(Bloomberg) – Tesla Inc. chief executive officer Elon Musk set a date for the debut of the electric-car maker’s first pickup and further tied the truck to the famous sci-fi movie that inspired its design. Tesla will unveil the truck Nov.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

While the container throughput at the ports of Los Angeles/Long Beach may be slumping, California's third largest ocean cargo gateway is reporting encouraging news.

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Fleet Owner

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

When asked what their procurement goals are, most business executives will say they want to reduce the cost of goods and services. In other words, hard dollar cost savings.

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Freight Center

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Ready to start shipping and need a freight quote? You’ll want to make sure you complete the quote form correctly so you get an accurate quote. Think of it like a recipe; putting in the right ingredients and the right amounts ensures your dish comes out tasting great! At FreightCenter, we’ve made getting a quote easy for everyone. Let’s start by going through our quote form and process step-by-step.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Research shows about 10% of the U.S. workforce deals with irregular or on-call scheduling, while 7% works split or rotating shifts.

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Truck News

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

A decision to agree to shipper-friendly terms will come down to factors such as whether the terms will fit a carrier’s business model, the customer’s importance, and the risk a carrier is willing to assume. But a growing number of shippers are also looking to introduce more terms in their favor.

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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.

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Women in Trucking

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Few people in the transportation industry would argue with the statement that professional driving can be a very unhealthy occupation. Physically, the long hours sitting behind the wheel, lack of exercise (or for many OTR drivers little physical movement at all) and easy access to unhealthy food and drinks all take their toll on driver health. However, what often goes unnoticed is the condition of professional driver mental health.

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World Food Programme Logistics

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

WFP and partners celebrate the World Food Day with an important message on nutrition and diet This year, WFP and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) jointly celebrated the World Food Day (16 October) with an event that put ending malnutrition and ensuring food security and healthy diets for all at the centre stage. Among the audience are some 100 students and teachers, as well as representatives from the Government of Sri Lanka, UN agencies, private sector, and development organizations,

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3PL Insights

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Let’s get ready to sell! If you’re like many entrepreneurs, you know that utilizing the online retail landscape is a huge opportunity to reach a large consumer market. Like never before, sellers of any size can scale quickly from third-party online marketplaces. Evans Distribution Systems is no stranger to working with sellers as a third-party storage and fulfillment provider.

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Paragon

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

The post Faster Food: Why Your Delivery Fleet Will Determine Whether Your Food Distribution Business Thrives or Dies appeared first on Paragon Routing.

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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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MercuryGate

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

The post Using Automation to Reduce Freight Costs appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] Volkswagen AG is open to sharing future autonomous-vehicle systems with other manufacturers as it… The post VW Considers Sharing Autonomous-Car Tech to Defray Development Costs appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

UK footwear retailer schuh has boosted its processes with DENSO handhelds. With 132 stores in UK and Ireland, increasing customer demands and large stock numbers, schuh needed to upgrade to a more advanced technology. “Our paper-based system was very time-consuming and unfortunately not as accurate as we wanted. When we started looking for a more modern solution, our partner Banctec highly recommended DENSO WAVE EUROPE”, says Mia Winstone, Store Systems Support & Administrator at schuh.

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