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LTL industry seeing strongest growth in nearly 10 years, C.H. Robinson chief says

DC Velocity

Wiehoff says LTL demand goosed by more small shipments moving in "middle-mile" service between DCs.

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Reactive Supply Chain Risk Management is No Longer Viable

Material Handling and Logistics

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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Using data and tech to combat distracted driving — and its costs

Fleet Owner

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?

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Study: Amazon's FBA Onsite program poses a threat to 3PLs

DC Velocity

Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) Onsite may also help firm negotiate lower rates with parcel carriers, Armstrong & Associates says.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

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?

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House approves amendment to standardize rules on meal, rest breaks

Fleet Owner

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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How would Humphrey Bogart deal with ELDs?

Fleet Owner

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.

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U.S. e-commerce logistics costs expected to keep heading in one direction: up

Logistics Management

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.

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White paper: 4 Best Practices for an Effective Fleet Safety Program

Fleet Owner

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.

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House passes FAA reform with language pre-empting state rules on driver rest, meal pay

DC Velocity

Attention now turns to Senate, which must now pass its version.

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Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry

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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Whitepaper: The Trends Transforming On-the-Go Business

Fleet Owner

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.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 21 – 27)

Logistics Viewpoints

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.

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Trillium CNG selected to upgrade fleet’s fueling station

Fleet Owner

American Disposal Services recently chose compressed natural gas fueling facilities provider Trillium CNG to upgrade its fueling station.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 23-27, 2018)

Talking Logistics

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 ).

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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

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Highly Effective Secrets to Building a Successful Data-Driven, Driver Incentive Program

Fleet Owner

Best-run fleets are using their data-driven rewards program as a differentiator to attract and retain quality drivers.

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U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index shows strong Q1 freight shipment and spend growth

Logistics Management

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.

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M&K Truck Centers names new president

Fleet Owner

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.

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Omnichannel In Manufacturing: Why Manufacturers Are Following Retailers to an Omnichannel World

GlobalTranz

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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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

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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Top 5 Maintenance Practices for Modern Fleets

Fleet Owner

We’ve compiled the top five tactics you should consider for upgrading your maintenance operation.

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3PL Onboarding and Retail Compliance Requirements

West Coast and California Logistics

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.

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Top 5 Maintenance Practices for Modern Fleets

Fleet Owner

We’ve compiled the top five tactics you should consider for upgrading your maintenance operation.

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MSC’s Driven Approach for Engaged Employees Leads to Workplace Success

Logistics Manager

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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Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory

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.

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The New Tax Law: What Businesses Can Expect

Mazars Ledger

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.

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Crazy processing machine| Hydroponics Factory

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

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.

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HARMONIZED SYSTEMS OF NOMENCLATURE (HSN) ON GST

Jayem Logistics

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.

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AAR reports volume gains for week ending April 21

Logistics Management

Carloads headed up 3.5% to 264,522, and intermodal containers and trailers rose 8.9% annually to 274,873.

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Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability

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.

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Etihad Cargo and IFHC Transport Endangered Houbara Birds

Airfreight Logistics

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.

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The New Tax Law: What Businesses Can Expect

Mazars Ledger

The question we hear most from domestic business owners about the TCJA is, “How much will IRC Section 199A 20 […].

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UK MHRA Certification Awarded to dnata

Airfreight Logistics

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.