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How COVID-19 Accelerated Needed Transportation Policy Change

Food Logistics

Safety, efficiency, traceability and visibility will play a key role in the future of supply chain regulation.

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The Customer is the Hero with Tom Augenthaler

The Logistics of Logistics

The Customer is the Hero with Tom Augenthaler. Joe Lynch and Tom Augenthaler discuss why the customer is the hero. As the founder of an influencer marketing company, Tom helps companies tell stories that make the customer the hero. Having customers and influencers talk positively about your company is one of the best ways to attract and win new business.

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How A High-Tech Manufacturer Navigated The Pandemic

Logistics Viewpoints

A Hi-Tech Company’s Control Tower Helped It Better Manage Air Cargo During the Worst Days of the Pandemic In 2014, one of the world’s largest high-tech manufacturers started thinking about a digital transformation that would help them better serve their customers while also generating operational efficiencies. From a supply chain perspective, a robust supply chain digital transformation would involve end-to-end visibility of inventory in motion and inventory at rest in near real-time.

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Falling Into Supply Chain Management

Talking Logistics

Many current supply chain professionals say that they “fell into” the field — that is, they started their careers elsewhere but ultimately ended up in a supply chain role. For example, I have a degree in Material Science Engineering and I started my career in semiconductor manufacturing and new product development. Did you “fall into” Read more Falling Into Supply Chain Management.

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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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Video: Where to find a two/three-hour 14-clock pause in the new HOS

Overdrive Online

"In the interest of delivering to those of you who appreciate information of a brass-tacks, short-and-sweet character, this might be the best I can do, in about five minutes" -- working the split-sleeper changes come September 29 when the hours of service update is set to go live.

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Should you lease or buy trucks?

Truck News

When I purchased my first truck 25 years ago, I didn’t have a clue what I was doing. The lease I signed for one truck could’ve bought me a small fleet but also taught me some valuable lessons on acquiring capital equipment. After that kick in the pants MSM bought every truck and ran them […].

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A Transport Tech Company Brings Manufacturing Back to the U.S.

Supply Chain Brain

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic and rising overseas production costs, many American companies are thinking about returning at least some manufacturing to the United States. But XStream Trucking Inc. has wasted no time in doing just that.

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When to Outsource Reverse Logistics

GlobalTranz

Reverse logistics are a major hurdle to efficiency and profitability in modern supply chains. However, they are not something an organization can simply avoid. Failure to offer a fair, free returns process will cost customers. Period. As a result, supply chain executives need to find a way to handle the reverse logistics problem. And making.read More.

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Nikola Receives Battery-Electric Truck Order From Republic Services

NGT News

Nikola Corp., a designer and manufacturer of zero-emission battery-electric and hydrogen-electric vehicles, has received a minimum order of 2,500 electrified refuse trucks from Republic Services, expandable up to 5,000. The order is to begin full production deliveries in 2023 with on-road testing likely to begin in early 2022. The refuse trucks are anticipated to carry […].

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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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2020 U.S.-bound retail container imports pegged to hit lowest level since 2016, says Port Tracker

Logistics Management

The main thesis of the new Port Tracker report, which was issued today by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and maritime consultancy Hackett Associates, confirms what many industry stakeholders largely assumed, in that 2020 United States-bound retailer container import volumes will fall to the lowest levels in four years, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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Shocks to Supply Chains Can Erase a Year’s Profit, McKinsey Says

Supply Chain Brain

Companies risk losing more than 40% of annual profit once a decade in a world threatened by trade wars, cyberattacks, pandemics and climate change, according to McKinsey & Co.

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Most Significant Brand Relaunch of DB Schenker in more than 10 Years

Logistics Manager

DB Schenker has opted for an updated visualization of its own brand. The transition to a new visual language of the world’s leading logistics provider starts immediately. The use of the brand logo has been adapted to align with central corporate strengths, while core elements of the external presentation in marketing formats have been fundamentally revised.

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First comprehensive review of wild, wild West ‘nuclear verdict’ is” bad news for truckers

Logistics Management

Settle, if possible. Don’t take shortcuts on safety. Obviously, avoid truck accidents involving children by any means. And hope that somehow, some way, sensible tort reform is on its way into American courtrooms. Those are some of the suggestions from the American Transportation Research Institute’s (ATRI) new research that confirms that large verdicts against trucking fleets—so-called “nuclear verdicts”—are increasing dramatically, both in number and in size of awards.

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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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Combatting the Complexity of E-Commerce Fulfillment

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chains are transforming into “supply networks,” and omnichannel fulfillment is increasing the complexity.

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TIACA and Pharma.Aero Join Up on COVID Vaccine Transport Guidance

Logistics Business Magazine

The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) and Pharma.Aero have joined forces to develop global guidance for the air cargo industry to enable optimal transportation of the COVID-19 vaccine. The guidance will be developed gradually in four work packages through a joint working group to ensure feedback from all stakeholders in the supply chain of air cargo and pharmaceuticals.

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Penske Truck Expands Heavy-Duty EV Charging Network

NGT News

Penske Truck Leasing, a Penske Transportation Solutions company headquartered in Reading, Pa., has opened its sixth heavy-duty electric vehicle (EV) charging station in Southern California. Penske’s latest EV charging station in Ontario, Calif., is equipped with a battery energy storage system, manufactured by Fluence Energy LLC, a Siemens and AES Company, which is designed to […].

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Penske Truck Leasing Continues to Expand Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicle Charging Network

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Truck Leasing continues to progress and drive key learnings in commercial electric vehicle advancement with the official opening of its sixth heavy-duty electric vehicle charging station in Southern, California. Penske's latest EV charging station in Ontario, California, is equipped with an innovative battery energy storage system, manufactured by Fluence Energy, LLC, a Siemens and AES Company, which is designed to offset demand on the electricity grid during peak charging times.

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GEP Outlook Report 2024

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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Special Report: Supply Chain Trends in Retail and Consumer Goods

Supply Chain Brain

As the world moves toward near-sourcing, instantaneous commerce and automated logistics, these are the steps companies are taking to build efficient supply chains.

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Victa Railfreight Trials Timber Movement in Scotland

Logistics Business Magazine

Victa Railfreight has been awarded a Freight Fund Grant by Transport Scotland which is enabling it to undertake a comprehensive trial of the movement by rail of timber, primarily from forests in Caithness to the Norbord Plant at Dalcross near Inverness during August and September. The objective of the trial is to re-establish rail as a potential means of transporting timber from forests to the main users of timber, to reduce the pressure on fragile rural roads and to help reduce carbon emissio

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e-Invoicing: 4 Key Benefits U.S. Companies Are Missing Out On

Supply Chain Brain

Discover all the benefits to modernizing your outdated invoicing procedures. Although the United States is one of the most competitive markets in the world, U.S. companies are trailing behind other countries in the implementation of a software that streamlines the AP/AR process and makes exchanging invoices more efficient and cost effective. In a time when it is important to reduce unnecessary expenditures and become a leaner, more efficient organization, automating the invoicing process is a si

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Falling Into Supply Chain Management

247 Customs Broker

Many current supply chain professionals say that they “fell into” the field — that is, they started their careers elsewhere but ultimately ended up in… The post Falling Into Supply Chain Management appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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Watch: Surviving the Pandemic With AI

Supply Chain Brain

Rob Valdez, director of cybersecurity and automation services with CPA and advisory firm Kaufman Rossin, describes how artificial intelligence can help companies weather the current coronavirus pandemic, as well as other major supply-chain disruptions.

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Next Generation Warehouse Heating and Cooling Unveiled

247 Customs Broker

10th August 2020 Indoor climate solutions specialist Zehnder Group UK has launched what it calls a new generation of radiant ceiling panels to ensure businesses… The post Next Generation Warehouse Heating and Cooling Unveiled appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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MSC Makes History by Bringing One of the Largest Container Vessels in the World to Laem Chabang Port

Logistics Manager

On July 30 th , 2020, another milestone has been achieved at Laem Chabang Port with the arrival of Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC)’s container vessel; MSC Mina. She made her maiden call at Hutchison Ports Thailand’s Terminal D as the largest container vessel to ever berth in the Land of Smiles, with a length of 399.7 meters and 61.0 meters of width.

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Next Generation Warehouse Heating and Cooling Unveiled – Logistics Business® Magazine

247 Customs Broker

10th August 2020 Indoor climate solutions specialist Zehnder Group UK has launched what it calls a new generation of radiant ceiling panels to ensure businesses… The post Next Generation Warehouse Heating and Cooling Unveiled – Logistics Business® Magazine appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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GEP Spend Category Outlook 2024

Your Roadmap to Smarter Spend Management in 2024 Geopolitical, economic and supply chain challenges will stick around in 2024, but don’t despair. There are strategic opportunities to leverage AI-powered technology and digital toolsets to overcome these hurdles more effectively. GEP experts in nearly two dozen critical categories guide you in the right direction in our annual comprehensive resource — GEP Spend Category Outlook 2024.

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Next Generation Warehouse Heating and Cooling Unveiled

Logistics Business Magazine

Indoor climate solutions specialist Zehnder Group UK has launched what it calls a new generation of radiant ceiling panels to ensure businesses and other organisations can heat and cool their buildings comfortably and efficiently, whilst achieving substantial energy savings. Zehnder ZFP delivers a number of benefits and advantages including an optimum indoor climate all year round, whilst the panels can achieve a proportion of radiation of over 80%, meaning that the supplied energy can be transf

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Most Significant Brand Relaunch of DB Schenker in more than 10 Years

247 Customs Broker

DB Schenker has opted for an updated visualization of its own brand. The transition to a new visual language of the world’s leading logistics provider… The post Most Significant Brand Relaunch of DB Schenker in more than 10 Years appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Industry View: Top Tips for Perfecting your Omnichannel Offering

Logistics Business Magazine

Global eCommerce platform Kooomo provides advice for retailers on how to create an omnichannel business . Executing an omnichannel strategy has been a priority for many retailers for some years now, but the rapid increase in online shopping and changing spending habits caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have sped up this adoption further. However, according to Global eCommerce platform, Kooomo, many retailers still fail to fully understand the meaning of an ‘omnichannel presence’ and how it differs