Everyday is Earth Day in trucking these days
Fleet Owner
APRIL 17, 2019
While Earth Day is just once a year, trucks operate 365 days a year and each day reminds us of how much has been done to make all kinds of energy, including diesel fuel, clean.
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Shareholder Value is Inextricably Linked to Supply Chain Performance
Material Handling and Logistics
APRIL 17, 2019
"Supply chain integration is an increasingly essential component of shareholder value, and to achieve that, supply chain leaders need to speak the language of the Board of Directors and the executive suite,” said Paul Dittmann of the University of Tennessee’
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Frito-Lay awarded Fleet of the Year
Fleet Owner
APRIL 17, 2019
The 2nd largest private fleet in the U.S. receives Fleet Owner Private Fleet of the Year Award Sponsored by Great Dane for its commitment to sustainability, new technology and charity.
A Look at Some of the Biggest Trends in Shipping and Logistics
Shipchain
APRIL 17, 2019
Nowadays, evolving technology can dramatically change the way society functions. I can still remember my very first cellphone. The most high-tech things it could do were make phone calls and send text messages, all hand-crafted in T9 of course. Fast forward fifteen years and now my cellphone also doubles as my HD camera, portable music device, library, fitness tracker, and of course, my means to call and text.
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.
Iconex Uses 3PL to Drive Business Benefits
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 17, 2019
A few weeks ago, I spoke with Kim Harper-Gage, Senior Vice President, Operations and Supply Chain at Iconex. Iconex is the world’s largest maker of paper receipt rolls for the retail, banking, and restaurant industry. Additionally, the company makes custom labels for various industries such as logistics and retail. Iconex is a global company with operations in North America, Chile, and Europe.
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Why Supply Chain Technology Needs Blockchain
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 17, 2019
There is a tremendous mismatch in the selection of appropriate technologies to automate complex and decentralized operations.
Great Dane announces three new flatbed distribution centers
Fleet Owner
APRIL 17, 2019
Great Dane has established three new flatbed trailer distribution centers located across the United States.
How Exception Automation and TMS Streamlines the Dock
GlobalTranz
APRIL 17, 2019
When a process occurs that does not fall within the rules and workflows within a TMS, the process is known as an exception. Unfortunately, the increasing complexity of supply chains and inbound freight management will likely continue to force exceptions in established workflows. In the past, someone had to intervene and handle the exception, but.read More.
The Future of Ocean Data Sharing and Visibility
Talking Logistics
APRIL 17, 2019
Over the past few years there have been many advancements in freight visibility technology, particularly in trucking. Those advancements are now making their way into other modes of transportation, including ocean transport. What factors are driving this trend? How are these advancements improving the way data is shared in ocean transportation? How are companies leveraging enhanced visibility to deliver business benefits?
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
Semi-automated Sorting System
Material Handling and Logistics
APRIL 17, 2019
Panasonic has introduced Visual Sort Assist (VSA), which combines scanning technology and projection to speed up the process of sorting parcels on a conveyor belt.
Three U.S. ports announce new global carrier agreements in new foreign markets
Logistics Management
APRIL 17, 2019
Several new ocean cargo vessel deployment announcements suggest that shippers are reconfiguring supply chains to accommodate uncertainty in the global trade arena.
Fighting Nature With Nature – The Rise of Organic Pest Control
WorkWave
APRIL 17, 2019
Time To Read: 2 minutes What a difference a decade makes. When I first introduced my organic pest control services using solely botanical oils and dusts to treat insect infestations back in 2009, the typical looks I received from fellow pest management professionals ranged from bewilderment to shock. The comment I heard most frequently accompanied with a snicker was, “you can’t control insects using botanical oils!
D365 Recommended Performance Practices Training
Blue Horseshoe Solutions
APRIL 17, 2019
Recommended Performance Practices – MS Dynamics 2012 and D365 is your opportunity to learn how to stop system problems before they start. This two-day training kicks off on May 21, 2019 at Blue Horseshoe’s headquarters in Carmel, Indiana. Recommended Performance Practices is a proactive approach to system […]. The post D365 Recommended Performance Practices Training appeared first on ERP Implementation & Supply Chain Consulting - Blue Horseshoe.
Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability
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.
Tackling driver turnover: Part 4
Truck News
APRIL 17, 2019
An old saying goes, “Sometimes silence speaks louder than words” if your company doesn’t have an effective, robust communication strategy then I would guess that your retention numbers are suffering much by the neglect.
Eric Breen Joins PINC as Vice President of Business Development
PINC
APRIL 17, 2019
Industry veteran joins market leader for yard management systems and inventory robotics technology to further expand global growth Union City, CA — April 17, 2019 — PINC today announced that Eric Breen will be joining the company’s executive team as vice president of business development. Eric will report to CEO Matt Yearling.
Three solutions against climate change, simply explained
World Food Programme Logistics
APRIL 17, 2019
How to tackle climate change? This is perhaps one of the most pressing questions of our generation. With German support, the World Food Programme (WFP) is already implementing three innovative answers. Chad: Thanks to new dams and irrigation systems, smallholder farmers can grow tomatoes and beans despite the drought. Photo: WFP/Alexis Masciarelli Climate change = hunger Sea levels are rising.
Explaining the Coyote Curve Forecasting Model
Coyote
APRIL 17, 2019
Breaking down the Coyote Curve, from the proprietary data we analyze to the economic indicators we use build to confidence in our market forecasting model.
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.
What’s cooking? A healthier future for all
World Food Programme Logistics
APRIL 17, 2019
Ahead of Earth Day, we look at how World Food Programme (WFP)’s improved stoves benefit school children, communities?—?and the planet It’s lunch time at the Agnam Lidoubé primary school in Malam, northern Senegal. As the 225 pupils file into the canteen, mouths water at the hearty scent coming from the nearby kitchen. It’s Monday and today’s menu is cow peas with chicken and eggs.
Hypermotion Expo to Showcase Mobility and Logistics
Logistics Business Magazine
APRIL 17, 2019
Travelling to the office in an autonomously driven car, taking an air taxi to the nearest airport and having a package delivered by drone? When Hypermotion takes place for the third time from 26 to 28 November 2019 in Frankfurt am Main, it will be showcasing the pioneering concepts and smart solutions that already exist for tomorrow’s mobility and logistics, with a particular focus on interdisciplinary approaches.
Daimler deals with trucking’s dying demographic
Automotive Logistics
APRIL 17, 2019
Lab1886 is Daimler’s independent ‘innovation lab’, tasked with researching and developing new business models around mobility with the aim of bringing them to market at speed. Digital services have higher margins than Daimler’s traditional business and are an area the company is keen to pursue. Lab1886 has offices in Beijing, Berlin, Stuttgart and Atlanta.
Global Cash Logistics Market Trend 2019 – Brink’s, G4S, GardaWorld, Loomis, Prosegur, Cash Logistik Security, CMS Infosystems
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 17, 2019
The Global “ Cash Logistics Market” Report study with in-depth overview, describing about the Product/Industry Scope and elaborates market outlook and status to 2024. The market study breakdown data by manufacturers, region, type and application, also analyzes the market status, market share, growth rate, future trends, market drivers, opportunities and challenges, risks and entry barriers, sales […].
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.
Understanding the U.S. Truckload Market
Coyote
APRIL 17, 2019
How seasonal demand, annual bids, and fluctuating supply and demand affect market capacity.
Software Specialist Offers Holistic Range at transport logistic
Logistics Business Magazine
APRIL 17, 2019
Logistics software specialist inconso will be at transport logistic 2019 from June 4-7, 2019 in Munich (hall A3, stand 507) featuring end-to-end products and services. The focus will be on IT and software solutions for the holistic planning and control of logistics processes along the entire supply chain. The latest software releases, cloud services and solutions for smart collaboration will be presented.
Goodpack and Ceva roll out Tyrecube container
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 17, 2019
Goodpack and Ceva roll out Tyrecube container – Automotive Logistics Home News Goodpack and Ceva roll out Tyrecube container 3PL 15 April 2019 | Steve Garnsey Packaging and transport provider Goodpack has launched a returnable container for tyre movements with Ceva Logistics. The Tyrecube container, which is also collapsible and can be […].
Software Specialist Iptor Launches Mobile CRM Light
Logistics Business Magazine
APRIL 17, 2019
Supply chain software specialist Iptor has launched Mobile CRM Light. The add-on module comes fully integrated into the core Iptor ERP solution DC1, meaning it is quick to deploy and eliminates integration costs. By delivering only the functionality customers need, rather than unnecessary and expensive features, it comes at a fraction of the price of a full CRM solution, thereby providing a quick and high return on investment, according to the company.
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
Strong Q1 for capital's industrial and logistics property market
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 17, 2019
Valuable deal: Dublin Airport Logistics Park in Finglas was sold by Eason for €19m Strong Q1 for capital’s industrial and logistics property market Independent.ie Dublin’s industrial and logistics property market started the year with a strong first quarter, according to research by property consultants CBRE, with 95,623 sq m of space taken by occupiers.
Hubtex to Launch PhoeniX Sideloaders at Ligna 2019
Logistics Business Magazine
APRIL 17, 2019
Hubtex has updated its modular development platform for electric multidirectional sideloaders – the largest in the industry – with its new PhoeniX range. The PhoeniX series will gradually replace all vehicles based on the ESTL platform. The first two models, with a load carrying capacity between three and five tonnes, will be demonstrated at Ligna Hannover (27-31 May 2019).
APM Terminals Launches The Gothenburg Gateway
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 17, 2019
APM Terminals Launches The Gothenburg Gateway APM Terminals Gothenburg have officially launched The Gothenburg Gateway. This helps to ensure that a container placed on a freight train anywhere in Sweden is loaded onto a large ocean-going vessel within 48 hours, and will shave up at least a week off the transit time to Shanghai. […].
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