FMCSA to open public door on changes to hours-of-service rules
DC Velocity
AUGUST 21, 2018
Agency invites comment on 4 key areas that could lead to first changes in 5-year-old rule.
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Mack: Truck production at all-time high; 2019 likely another strong year
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 21, 2018
ALLENTOWN, PA. Has the North American Class 8 truck market—which hit a record high for orders last month—peaked?
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Uber Freight releases platform for shippers
DC Velocity
AUGUST 21, 2018
Free software opens carrier network to small and medium sized shippers, firm says.
FMCSA considering multiple changes to HOS rules
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 21, 2018
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is considering changes to four areas of the existing hours-of-service (HOS) regulations, and has requested feedback from the public.
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.
More money expected in warehouse labor's holiday stockings, staffing firm survey finds
DC Velocity
AUGUST 21, 2018
Employers may pay holiday premiums as high as $2 an hour to get, keep warehouse talent, EmployBridge finds.
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Schedule tentatively set for voting on UPS-Teamster package contract
DC Velocity
AUGUST 21, 2018
Ballots slated to go out mid to third week of September; vote count expected in October.
Cross-Belt Sorter
Material Handling and Logistics
AUGUST 21, 2018
BEUMER Group has introduced the BG Sorter, a high-performance sorter available for sorting any kind of items, such as parcels or bagged goods.
The importance of pre- and post-trip inspections
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 21, 2018
Don't assume that every driver knows what he or she is looking for during a pre- or post-trip inspection or that they even know the proper way to conduct one.
Top 10 Jobs with the Biggest Pay Increase Potential
Material Handling and Logistics
AUGUST 21, 2018
Discover which jobs have the biggest upside in terms of future earnings potential (and see where the logistics profession ranks on the list).
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
What’s in Your Transportation Execution Solution Strategy?
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 21, 2018
Transportation execution solutions and, in particular, visibility solutions, are hot. There are a number of macroeconomic factors driving the adoption of transportation execution systems. Technological innovations such as cloud computing, logistics networks and real-time GPS are increasing the importance of transportation execution solutions and redefining how transportation is managed.
The Secrets of Top Performers: Fleet Management as a Competitive Weapon
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 21, 2018
From changing regulatory requirements and increasing freight congestion to excessive detention time and driver shortages , shippers and logistics service providers (LSPs) are struggling to balance the multiple issues impacting fleet management today. In addition, rising customer expectations for faster delivery, on-time shipments and real-time status updates are magnifying the pressure to perform.
L’Oreal and Coty Told to Look Beyond China for Sourcing Beauty Products
Material Handling and Logistics
AUGUST 21, 2018
Walmart is asking suppliers if they have facilities outside of China, and if not, whether they would consider investing in some to broaden their sourcing ability. Cosmetics suppliers are being asked to consider sourcing their goods from countries outside of China. Walmart is doing the asking of its beauty suppliers and it's one of the first signs that the world’s largest retailer hopes to dilute the impact of the Trump administration’s looming tariffs.
Visibility-Driven Workflow for Transportation Execution [Video]
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 21, 2018
JP Wiggins, Co-Founder & Vice President of Logistics at 3Gtms , discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: What makes B2B visibility more complex than B2C? How has transportation visibility improved over the years and what challenges still remain? When it comes to enabling visibility, what are some key features or capabilities that companies should look for in a transportation management system (TMS)?
Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability
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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.
Kenworth T680, T880 and T880S adds Cummins Westport natural gas option
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 21, 2018
The engine operates on 100% natural gas, which can be carried on the vehicle in either compressed natural gas (CNG) or liquefied natural gas (LNG) form.
Logistics Automation and Blockchain: What’s the Potential?
GlobalTranz
AUGUST 21, 2018
Up to 64% of supply chain leaders consider Big Data Analytics the best way to overcome supply chain challenges, asserts Antonia Renner of ComputerWorld, but new technologies, such as logistics automation and blockchain, may hold much more opportunity than meets the eye. Logistics automation and blockchain have potential applicability to payment processing, freight location monitoring, order fulfillment, and more.
Fuel prices recede at pumps across the nation
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 21, 2018
While diesel and gasoline prices continue to fall from 2018's Memorial Day highs, the cost of fuel is still much higher than it was 52 weeks ago.
[PODCAST] How Shippers Can Compete Against Rising Transportation Costs & Competition Using Data
GlobalTranz
AUGUST 21, 2018
Hello and welcome back to another episode of “The Freight Project Podcast!” On today’s episode we welcome Hannah Testani, Chief Operating Officer of Intelligent Audit , a global logistics and freight audit company. We hope you enjoy “The Freight Project Podcast.” You can subscribe and find this podcast on Apple iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Soundcloud , YouTube , and iHeartRadio!
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.
Freight Tendering App
Material Handling and Logistics
AUGUST 21, 2018
Uber Freight has introduced a platform that allows shippers to access the Uber Freight network and manage shipments directly from their desktop.
Trucking revenue surpassed $700 billion last year
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 21, 2018
Industry moved 10.77 billion tons of freight, ATA reports.
Growing A Green Supply Chain
Blue Grace Logistics
AUGUST 21, 2018
“Going Green” has been an action catchphrase for just about every industry over the past decade. Consumers laud companies that put out green initiatives or take other steps that make their company run cleaner and help slow some of the daily damage caused to the environment. Yet despite all the happy little symbols and environmentally friendly packaging, many companies aren’t really concerned about it.
Drivewyze and Platform Science join forces
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 21, 2018
The Platform Science-Drivewyze partnership will allow truckers to bypass weigh stations, saving time and maximizing driver pay.
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.
MOL raises stakes in Malaysia
Automotive Logistics
AUGUST 21, 2018
Japanese transport giant, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), has increased its share in PKT Logistics to 35% to strengthen its standing in Malaysia and wider south east Asia. PKT provides freight forwarding, customs brokerage, contract logistics, haulage, and distribution services to the automotive and electronics sectors in Malaysia and adjacent regions. MOL, which bought an initial 20% share in the business last year, said strengthening the partnership would help to further develop its logistics netwo
Spec'ing the right interior
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 21, 2018
OEMs strive to keep drivers happy by asking what they want.
New Director of Global Service at Conductix-Wampfler
Logistics Business Magazine
AUGUST 21, 2018
Data conductor specialist Conductix-Wampfler has introduced Landen Stoker to the team as its new Director of Global Service. Stoker is tasked with leading the global development of Conductix-Wampfler’s service business overseeing the regional service platforms in the Americas, EMEA and APAC regions. Stoker’s most recent position was Vice-President of Aftermarket Sales at BW Container Systems, a Barry-Wehmiller-Company based in the United States.
Continental buys Australian tyre network
Automotive Logistics
AUGUST 21, 2018
German tyre manufacturer Continental is purchasing the 258-branch Kmart Tyre and Auto Service chain (KTAS) from Australian conglomerate Wesfarmers for 350m Australian dollars ($253m). Continental plans to drive forward what is already a strong network of outlets and expand the existing product portfolio, said Ferdinand Hoyos, head of Continental’s passenger and light truck tyre business for Asia-Pacific.
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
Case Study: Handling the Tough Wood Supply Chain
Logistics Business Magazine
AUGUST 21, 2018
As handling requirements in the wood production and processing industry become ever more varied, the right equipment and attachments are vital for efficient operations throughout the supply chain. As it prepares to show varied solutions for wood handling applications at the International Wood Fair in Austria, Hyster Europe explains. “Handling wood is not just about moving planks around the saw mill.
GM Uzbekistan suspends vehicle sales over pricing
Automotive Logistics
AUGUST 21, 2018
GM Uzbekistan has suspended finished vehicle sales in Uzbekistan, after failing to carry through a price increase on the domestic market there. The move follows a similar suspension in Russia – its second biggest market after Uzbekistan – for more than two months on similar grounds. Speaking at a press conference back in late July, Shavkat Umurzakov, chairman of the board of Uzavtosanoat, the main shareholder in the company, announced that GM Uzbekistan had scheduled an average 14% price increas
Interroll US Names New Vice President Sales and Service
Logistics Business Magazine
AUGUST 21, 2018
Steven Leavengood has joined roller specialist Interroll as new Vice President Sales and Service US. Leavengood (above) will report on operational matters to Richard Keely, Executive Vice President Americas, and to Christoph Reinkemeier, Executive Vice President Global Sales and Services, on strategic topics. He will be located in the regional headquarters for the Americas at the Hiram facility near Atlanta, GA.
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