LTL industry seeing strongest growth in nearly 10 years, C.H. Robinson chief says
DC Velocity
APRIL 27, 2018
Wiehoff says LTL demand goosed by more small shipments moving in "middle-mile" service between DCs.
DC Velocity
APRIL 27, 2018
Wiehoff says LTL demand goosed by more small shipments moving in "middle-mile" service between DCs.
Material Handling and Logistics
APRIL 27, 2018
New survey finds that only 27% of companies have structured, quantitative assessment of financial impact related to supply chains. To determine how well procurement teams today are balancing cost savings vs risk management to drive growth and to better understand how the role of procurement has changed in our modern business landscape, riskemthods conducted a survey.
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Fleet Owner
APRIL 27, 2018
To get distracted is human — and there are so many possible things to do in a vehicle today besides actually driving it. All of them can lead to huge costs and losses. How do you solve this problem that only seems to be getting worse?
DC Velocity
APRIL 27, 2018
Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) Onsite may also help firm negotiate lower rates with parcel carriers, Armstrong & Associates says.
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The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?
Fleet Owner
APRIL 27, 2018
The House of Representatives approved an amendment to the FAA reauthorization bill that would prevent states from creating a patchwork of meal and rest rules for interstate truck drivers.
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Fleet Owner
APRIL 27, 2018
Before Casablanca, the King of Cool played a truck driver in Warner Bros.' "They Drive By Night," which makes an argument for Hours of Service rules more than 70 years before ELDs came on the scene.
Logistics Management
APRIL 27, 2018
The ongoing impact of e-commerce related to logistics costs in the United States continues to head up rapidly, due to a variety of factors, according to a new report issued this week by supply chain consultancy Armstrong & Associates.
Fleet Owner
APRIL 27, 2018
Any company that has a fleet of mobile workers considers the safe driving habits of their fleet, a top priority – and for a good reason. Fleet vehicle accidents are costly on multiple levels for any business.
DC Velocity
APRIL 27, 2018
Attention now turns to Senate, which must now pass its version.
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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.
Fleet Owner
APRIL 27, 2018
Digital technology has been reshaping the business landscape for decades, creating new business models, improving productivity, and revolutionizing the way companies interact with their customers, workers, vehicles and equipment.
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 27, 2018
Last month, I mentioned in my news roundup intro that the “Great Pacific Garbage Patch” may be significantly larger than previously thought. It turns out that the plastic waste floating in the Pacific Ocean between California and Hawaii contains at least 79,000 tons of material spread over 1.6 million square kilometers. That’s the equivalent mass of 6500 school buses, and about the size of Mongolia or Iran.
Fleet Owner
APRIL 27, 2018
American Disposal Services recently chose compressed natural gas fueling facilities provider Trillium CNG to upgrade its fueling station.
Talking Logistics
APRIL 27, 2018
I finally came out of hibernation earlier this week and did my first outdoor bike ride of the year. I was a bit rusty when I started, but it felt good to be outdoors after riding in the basement all winter! We have eight riders confirmed so far for our Logistics Leaders for Type 1 Diabetes Cure Team — the most ever! Here’s the current roster: Daniel Berardi (sponsored by MercuryGate ).
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
APRIL 27, 2018
Best-run fleets are using their data-driven rewards program as a differentiator to attract and retain quality drivers.
Logistics Management
APRIL 27, 2018
First quarter freight spend, at 187.8, was up 1.4% compared to the fourth quarter and 24.5% annually, as well as being the highest-ever quarterly reading, according to U.S. Bank. The report explained that the surge in freight spend was largely attributed to the ongoing truck driver shortage, which, in turn, led to rising rates in tandem with increasing demand.
Fleet Owner
APRIL 27, 2018
M&K Truck Centers announced it has promoted long-time employee Ted Pilecki to president. Pilecki has been with the company since 2003, and has more than 30 years of commercial vehicle industry experience.
GlobalTranz
APRIL 27, 2018
Retailers are evolving, and supply chains must evolve with them. The application of omnichannel in manufacturing primarily focuses on the collaboration between suppliers, or vendors, and distributors. To understand this relationship, we have to consider its driving forces, how it affects omnichannel experiences , and what it means for warehousing capabilities and capacity.
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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.
Fleet Owner
APRIL 27, 2018
We’ve compiled the top five tactics you should consider for upgrading your maintenance operation.
West Coast and California Logistics
APRIL 27, 2018
Whether it’s your first time outsourcing or you’re changing providers, partnering with a new third-party logistics (3PL) provider is an exciting time for your logistics operation. It is a time for your weaknesses to be turned into strengths and for vital elements of your supply chain to be optimized. As part of this, your 3PL will be focused on enhancing your performance in the eyes of your retailer partners, and meeting – and exceeding – your retail compliance requirements.
Fleet Owner
APRIL 27, 2018
We’ve compiled the top five tactics you should consider for upgrading your maintenance operation.
Logistics Manager
APRIL 27, 2018
The hiring process for most companies is normally a two-way street with organizations looking for potential candidates to assist and augment their current teams, while potential employees seek to work with best companies that can help to expand their strengths and offer them great opportunities. Yet after the recruitment and hiring process is complete, another challenging task begins.
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The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.
Mazars Ledger
APRIL 27, 2018
The question we hear most from domestic business owners about the TCJA is, “How much will IRC Section 199A 20… The post The New Tax Law: What Businesses Can Expect appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.
Logistics at MPEPS at UPV
APRIL 27, 2018
While I was watching videos on YouTube, I saw a wonderful video about hydroponics factory. I really enjoyed watching it. It’s about hydroponic greenhouse farm specializing in the farming of an exotic vegetable variety. Plants are grown till they are ready to be picked. Production lasts on average between 8-9 months. During that time, the vegetables are consistently being produced.
Jayem Logistics
APRIL 27, 2018
The Govt. levied taxes to their citizen to generate incomes for projects undertaking to boost the economy of the country and to hike the standard living of their citizens. The authority of Government levy taxes in India from the Constitution of India, which allots power to Levy Taxes to Central and State governments. Recently the GST (GOODS and SERVICE TAX) was implemented in India from 1 st July 2017.
Logistics Management
APRIL 27, 2018
Carloads headed up 3.5% to 264,522, and intermodal containers and trailers rose 8.9% annually to 274,873.
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How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps. Discover how these strategies can boost your enterprise's financial health, helping not only to keep up but to excel in today's market.
Airfreight Logistics
APRIL 27, 2018
Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Cargo in partnership with the International Fund for Houbara Conservation (IFHC) have recently completed the safe transportation of over 100 Houbara Bustards ending with the birds being released into their natural surroundings. The IFHC is one of the world’s leading conservation programs. Bred in Abu Dhabi at special centers managed by IFHC, the Houbara are eventually released into their native countries spread across the globe.
Mazars Ledger
APRIL 27, 2018
The question we hear most from domestic business owners about the TCJA is, “How much will IRC Section 199A 20 […].
Airfreight Logistics
APRIL 27, 2018
UK-based global air services provider dnata was recently awarded certification by the UK Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (UK MHRA) for Good Distribution Practice (GDP). The award was granted by UK MHRA after dnata completed the Good Distribution Program, along with investing in state-of-the-art technology and infrastructure for pharma handling at many of their facilities.
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