Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Omni-channel retailing is arguably the hottest trend in supply chain management right now. With e-commerce continuing to grow, there is more focus on Web commerce than brick and mortar. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has pushed e-commerce to levels that would not have been believed just six months ago. For example, in the US, May alone eclipsed the entire 2019 holiday shopping season and $82.5 billion was spent online.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Considering that customers are at the tail end of the outbound supply chain, and companies across all industries are competing on customer experience, it’s not surprising that the outbound supply chain gets a bit more love and attention than the inbound side. But the fact is that supply chains end-to-end are an interconnected system, so. Read more Why You Can’t Ignore the Inbound Supply Chain.

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Logistics Management

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Findings for the survey were based on feedback from 1,600 United States-based consumers. The wide-ranging survey is the fourth one Convey has released, going back to 2017, and its findings can be viewed, as it was conducted and released over the course of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, which Convey said has created a whole new set of challenges for retailers to win customers and also meet seasonal demands amid a global pandemic.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 7, 2020

The definition of ERP Before we define ERP, let us start with the acronym which stands for Enterprise Resource Planning. We can define ERP as enterprise software that helps organizations manage their day to day business requirements. At a fundamental level, ERP brings together customer management, human resources, business intelligence, financial management, inventory, and supply chain […].

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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.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Trinity Logistics is proud to announce that we have earned recognition as a Top Workplace for Women by Women In Trucking (WIT) for a second year. Criteria to be considered for this list surrounds a company culture that supports gender diversity, flexibility in hours, competitive compensation, quality benefits, training and continued education opportunities, career advancement, and other factors.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Al Guarnieri, partner in the law firm of Parker Poe, details how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the planning efforts of manufacturers in the short, medium and long term.

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SIPMM Professional Publications

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Negotiating contracts with suppliers play a huge part in the supply chain process. An optimal outcome is creating a respectful and positive interaction that will be a win-win situation for both parties. A successful negotiation can contribute to business success when an agreement is reached. During the process of contract negotiation, clauses have to be […].

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 7, 2020

CFI, an operating company of TFI International Inc., recently announced a major expansion of its capabilities and resources supporting shipments between the United States and Mexico.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Ladies and gents, it’s here. What’s here? The most wonderful time of the year! … Except this year, things are looking a little different. You don’t have to hear it from us to know that 2020 has been a wild ride, the effects of which have spilled over into every major facet of our society — and retail is no exception. In fact, the global pandemic has drastically altered the way we sell and consume products.

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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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Shipchain

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Retail supply chains have been put through the wringer. Routes have been disrupted, warehouses, physical stores, and corporate headquarters have been shut down (or at least temporarily closed), and the workforce has been hit by a pandemic like none of us have ever seen in our lifetimes. During this time of uncertainty, not all retailers will survive.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 7, 2020

As organizations retool their supply chains for 2021, they have an opportunity to revisit their sourcing strategies, too.

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NGT News

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Renewable Energy Group Inc. (REG), a company that specializes in transforming renewable resources into clean fuels, says it plans to undertake a capacity expansion of its Geismar, La., biorefinery by 250 million gallons annually to 340 million gallons per year. This announcement follows a thorough review and site selection process. Construction should begin in mid […].

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Logistics Management

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Forward Air officials said that the purchase price is $2.25 million, with Value Logistics generating roughly $6 million in annual revenues. The transaction, which Forward Air said will be funded from cash on hand, will be made official later this month.

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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.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Seegrid Corporation, a provider of self-driving industrial vehicles for material handling, recently announced that it acquired Box Robotics, a mobile robotics startup bringing high-definition maps, three-dimensional LiDAR and deep learning to the warehouse and manufacturing automation space.

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Logistics Management

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Three leading intermodal analysts take a deep dive into how the sector has turned the corner, as service levels and volumes are now showing strong signs of recovery.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Cocoa giant Olam International Ltd. can now trace the supply of the majority of the beans it buys, stepping up sustainability efforts as customers and governments increasingly want to know where food comes from and whether it was ethically produced.

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247 Customs Broker

OCTOBER 7, 2020

3PL e-commerce specialist Cygnia has taken a second warehouse at Prologis’ Prologis Park Pineham in Northamptonshire. It has secured a 15-year lease on DC7, a… The post Cygnia expands with new Northamptonshire warehouse appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Shoppers are becoming a pivotal part of the supply chain, and they’re participating with gusto.

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247 Customs Broker

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Sea, air and rail ports in England will be invited to bid for freeport status before the end of the year, with the government aiming… The post Government targets sea, air and rail freeports by 2021 appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Challenge: With Europe shutting down amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a global automotive parts supplier needed to convince a key client that it had visibility to avoid potential disruption in its supply network.

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NGT News

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Brightmark LLC, a global waste solutions company, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. have formed a joint venture, Brightmark RNG Holdings LLC, to own projects across the U.S. to produce and market dairy biomethane, a renewable natural gas (RNG). Equity investments by each company in the new venture will fund the construction of infrastructure and commercial operation […].

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Advertiser: GEP

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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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 7, 2020

In this episode, we discuss the growth happening in freight and how to navigate it during peak season. So, Let’s Talk – Peak Season Navigation Few industries experienced such record-breaking growth like that of e-commerce in 2020. As the world came to terms with the reality of the COVID-19 pandemic, a general belief that the.read More. The post Navigating Freight Growth Amid Peak Season Planning | TALKING FREIGHT VIDEO appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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PINC

OCTOBER 7, 2020

This year’s report focuses on the impact of digital yard management on enterprise transportation costs and capacity. Union City, CA – October 7 th , 2020 – Researched and prepared by Adelante SCM’s analyst Adrian Gonzalez and presented by PINC, the publication’s 2020 theme is The Impact Of Digital Yard Management on Enterprise Transportation Costs and Capacity.

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NGT News

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Allison Transmission, a manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions, has launched eGen Power, the company’s new series of fully integrated zero-emission electric axles. The eGen Power product family will be the second product offering under the recently announced Allison eGen portfolio of fully electric and electric hybrid propulsion solutions.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 7, 2020

APAC Makers and Movers 2020 is the first summit in APAC to have speakers and participants from across all angles of Supply Chain: manufacturing, operations, e-commerce, trade, finance, logistics, technology, airlines, shipping lines, government, and academia.

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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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NGT News

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Sysco Corp., a leading global foodservice distribution company, says it is testing an all-electric Freightliner eCascadia from Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). Sysco’s participation in this initiative is consistent with its corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy and the company’s ongoing efforts to reduce its carbon footprint. This initiative is a part of DTNA’s ongoing work […].

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Freightera

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Freightera, the innovative online freight marketplace for Canadian and US business shippers, placed No. 80 in Canada’s Top Growing Companies 2020 by The Globe and Mail. VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Freightera, with a newly launched SaaS model for Canadian and US business shippers and 3-year revenue growth of 678%, placed 80 of 400 in Canada’s Top Growing Companies 2020 by The Globe and Mail. “Freightera is honored to join the ranks of Canada’s

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NGT News

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Mack Trucks has delivered a pre-production Mack LR Electric model to Republic Services to begin in-service trials in the refuse segment. Mack will use key learnings from the trials to further refine the LR Electric as it prepares to accept orders for the truck in Q4 – with production beginning in 2021. Mack and Republic […]. The post Mack Delivers Pre-Production LR Electric to Republic Services appeared first on NGT News.

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