Mon.Dec 10, 2018

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Major Influences on Supply Chains for 2019

Talking Logistics

One of the things that defines supply chain management today is the rapid pace of change across all dimensions — competitive landscape, regulations, technology, and many more. Keeping a pulse on these industry trends and changes is increasingly important in order to make sure you’re as prepared as possible to succeed in the months and years ahead.

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Supply chain disruptions hit record high

DC Velocity

Disruptive events accelerate in first half of 2018, with North America leading the way as most-affected region, company report shows.

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Benefits of electric trucks you didn't know were there

Fleet Owner

Some advantages of electric trucks are often cited: they're much quieter and have no harmful emissions, for instance. Many truck brands, from Isuzu to Freightliner to Kenworth and Volvo, have real electric test units being used now in fleets.

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Economic fortune-teller: interview with Jason Schenker

DC Velocity

Where's the global economy headed? Which economic indicators should you be watching? What's the outlook for blockchain? Economic guru Jason Schenker has the answers.

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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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A New Day Brings a New Way of Warehousing

Material Handling and Logistics

Technology is driving the future of warehousing, helping customers receive products in the shortest time possible.

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Monthly Imports Reach 2 Million Containers for First Time

Material Handling and Logistics

"There has been a rush to bring merchandise in before existing tariffs go up or new ones can be imposed," said Jonathan Gold of the National Retail Federation. "China’s abuses of trade policy need to be addressed, but tariffs that drive up prices for American families and costs for U.S. businesses are not the answer.

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UPS rolls out routing upgrade after software passes pilot test

DC Velocity

Navigation tool could cut miles driven, fuel burned by package delivery drivers, company says.

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DHL Supply Chain’s Massive Investment in Emerging Technologies

Logistics Viewpoints

DHL Supply Chain recently announced plans to deploy emerging technologies in 350 of its 430 facilities in North America. This is a $300 million investment. ARC had an opportunity to dive deeper into these investments with DHL's North American leadership team. The post DHL Supply Chain’s Massive Investment in Emerging Technologies appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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JLL report says intermodal growth is starting to pay off with inland ports’ development

Logistics Management

As United States intermodal volumes have been ahead of carload volumes in recent years, a report recently published by Chicago-based commercial real estate firm JLL explains that should this continue to remain that case, that increased intermodal usage will not only see supply chains drive more cargo off of highways on to rail, but it will also serve as a driver to increase real estate development in close proximity to inland ports.

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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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Georgia Ports Authority forecasts container record for the year

DC Velocity

Port of Savannah on track for 8 percent increase over 2017.

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Leveraging the Internet of Things (IoT) in Manufacturing

Logistics Management

Is digital transformation a risk or an opportunity? This webinar will detail Manufacturing industry challenges and how using IoT can address these challenges through optimizing logistics, improving processes and gaining meaningful insights.

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TSA bomb detector runs on biscuits, not batteries

DC Velocity

Agency moves ahead with plan to use sniffer dogs for aircargo screening.

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It's never too late to winterize your diesel

Fleet Owner

Four things to know about winterizing your diesel later in the season.

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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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Mass Export Expo Captures National Trade Sentiments

Logistics Viewpoints

The Massachusetts Export Center hosted its ninth annual Mass Export Expo on Friday, December 7th. Although the conference was regional in nature, the topics of discussion are currently of great interest to businesses across the country and even across the globe. There were a number of sessions on topics ranging from US-China trade, US economic sanctions, the recently established USMCA, and much more.

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Buyers Comment on Marketing and Selling Logistics Services

GlobalTranz

I often talk to logistics companies wondering what are the best strategies to get the attention of potential buyers of their services. One thing these companies almost never do is actually ASK their customers and prospects that very same question. But think about it, who would have a better answer than the people you are actually selling to? So, some years back I decided to regularly survey logistics buyers on how to best get and keep their attention.

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Santa Claus: A Logistics Mastermind

3PL Insights

It takes a real logistical genius to deliver presents to everyone in the world in one night. He goes by many names, St. Nicholas, Kris Kringle, but he is most commonly referred to as Santa Claus. How did a man born in Turkey hundreds of years ago become the owner of one of the largest logistics empires in history? Humble Beginnings: A brief history , good ol’ Santa Claus was born around 280 A.D. in modern day Turkey.

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DHL Study Helps Develop New Strategies For the Last Mile

Logistics Manager

According to new research by the world’s largest logistics company, Deutsche Post DHL and Market Research Company Euromonitor , the Increasing urbanization is making the last mile of delivery more complex and critical for the success for the ever-growing e-commerce sector and its businesses. It is estimated that more than 600 million people will live in urban environments by 2030 and with new technologies creating opportunities for both service enhancement and disruption online retailers a

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

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.

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A.T. Kearney’s releases Global Business Policy Council Predictions

Logistics Management

GBPC’s 10 major predictions, fleshed out in the study, are based on continuous scanning of the horizon across dimensions of demography, economy, environment, geopolitics, governance, resources, and technology.

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Safety Gate

Material Handling and Logistics

Rite-Hite has introduced the RacKeeper Safety Gate, a reciprocating barrier that creates a controlled access area.

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3PLs are getting into the innovation game

Logistics Management

Once slow to adopt automation, 3PLs are now leading the way.

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DSV Open Sixth Office in Indonesia

Logistics Manager

Danish Global Transport and Logistics Provider, DSV recently announced that DSV Indonesia have opened a new office Medan, Sumatra on 5 th November 2018. The new office will manage all operational responsibility for clients in the region and shipments in and out of Sumatra. This is the sixth DSV office in Indonesia and this strategic location is perfect for winning new business due to its proximity to both an international airport and several seaports.

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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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Emirates SkyCargo and Agility Work Together to Charter 18 Freighters for an Unexpected Shipment

Airfreight Logistics

With global average temperatures continuing to rise and an increasing number of heat waves impacting places like Europe, and with record highs being hit demand is beginning to soar for air conditioners. As such, many manufacturers are pushing to respond to the demand, especially for the upcoming summer season. Typically, air conditioners are shipped to Europe via sea freight, due to the higher volumes they are moving and an overall lower shipping costs.

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Tandem Global Logistics Network Expand their Middle East Coverage

Logistics Manager

Tandem Global Logistics the comprehensive international network of independent logistics operators, recently announced that they are further expanding their coverage in the middle east. Tandem Global Logistics welcome Al-Rashed International Shipping Co.’s office in Iraq to their network while in Saudi Arabia Kanoo Logistics, who was a founding member of the network have opened a new facility in the port of Dammam to strengthen their warehousing capabilities.

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Palletways Expands Gatwick Reach With Latest Addition

Logistics Business Magazine

Global haulage operator Transvalair has become the latest full member of Palletways, which describes itself as Europe’s largest and fastest growing palletised freight network. A Swiss cargo airline, Transvalair has operated globally as a major freight forwarder since 1976, transporting goods by air, sea and road. With five strategically located depots across England, it now handles single pallet loads to full load express deliveries for Palletways customers in four Redhill postcode districts aro

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Hactl Wins Best Station Award

Airfreight Logistics

Hong Kong’s largest independent cargo handler, Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Ltd (Hactl) recently won the Best Station award at the inaugural ever Pride of Ground Handling Awards held at a glittering ceremony held during the GHI 20th Annual Conference in Gothenburg. This new accolade follows on from their recent Technovation Award for their Smart Cargo Locating.

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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

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Modern Strapping Machines at LogiMAT With Mosca

Logistics Business Magazine

Thanks to open interfaces and proprietary software, modern strapping machines can be integrated in larger production lines and controlled centrally. Mosca GmbH is showcasing compact systems with high-performance machines and in-house conveyor technologies at LogiMAT 2019 (19-21 February 2019). Three modular machines will be on display at Stand A37 in Hall 4: The EVOLUTION SoniXs MS-6, the EVOLUTION SoniXs MS-6 KR-ZV (above) and the EVOLUTION SoniXs MS-6-H.

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Air Europa Selects Worldwide Flight Services for Cargo Handling

Airfreight Logistics

The second largest airline in Spain, Air Europa recently announced they have chosen Paris-based Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) as their cargo handling partner at nine strategic airports throughout Europe. The new contract that starts this month (December 2018) will see WFS take responsibility for handling the Air Europa’s cargo volumes in Amsterdam, Brussels, Frankfurt, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Paris Orly, and Milan Malpensa, as well as at Air Europa’s Madrid hu

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Descartes Customer and Partner Event in London

Logistics Business Magazine

Last month Descartes Systems UK welcomed 135 logistics professionals to its UK Customer and Partner event. Held at the RAF Museum in London, the agenda for the day focused on overcoming challenges and taking advantage of opportunities in logistics. Speakers at the event included representatives from True Heroes Racing, Boots UK, Vigilant Global Trade Services, Staples Vegetables Ltd and the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).

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