The Logistics of Logistics
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Ryan Schreiber and Joe Lynch discuss 3 freight trends to watch. Ryan is the Vice President, Industry and Growth at Metafora , previously “CarrierDirect”, which is the leading business consulting and software development firm that exclusively serves the Transportation, Logistics and Supply Chain space. About Ryan Schreiber. Ryan Schreiber is the Vice President, Industry and Growth, at Metafora in Chicago.
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Think of everything that is happening outside the four walls of any shipper, manufacturer, or distributor. A transportation management system (TMS) acts as the information hub for all things transport related, as well as the software that handles rating, mode and carrier selection, tendering, track and trace, and freight auditing. Logistics service providers (LSPs) also.
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Overdrive Online
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Terry Horn's history as an old-time outlaw trucker, as he puts it, in recent decades gave way to a rock solid commitment to his customers and drivers, taken to the highest level as S&H continues to grow, holding the line against volatile rate swings.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
The Pittsburgh-based producer said demand has dropped across most of its markets amid persistent supply-chain problems and higher costs for raw materials and energy in Europe.
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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.
Overdrive Online
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
The Commodity Transporters-leased owner-operator built this impressive 295-inch-wheelbase rig in partnership with JDT out of Central Point, Oregon, among plenty others, from 12ga Customs to Two Bee's Upholstery.
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Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
A significant industry challenge revolves around answering the question of how to efficiently move the transportation industry toward a carbon-free future.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
The goal of Grote's 4SEE system is to bring independent solutions into one system and increase the safety of all trailers that leverage it.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
California is suing the e-commerce giant over practices the state says inflate prices, stifle competition and violate antitrust laws. .
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Locus Robotics , a market leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMR) for fulfilment warehouses, has surpassed the one billion units picked milestone. This new achievement was attained just 59 days after Locus registered 900 million units picked. “Reaching our one billion pick milestone underscores the critical business value that Locus’s proven technology brings to our customers around the world, every day,” said Rick Faulk, CEO, Locus Robotics. “The need for cost-efficient robotics au
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
AIMMS
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
The post Gartner Recognizes AIMMS as a Prescriptive Analytics vendor in Multiple Hype Cycles for 2022 appeared first on AIMMS.
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
The Alpha-30R next gen mobile barcode printer from TSC Printronix Auto ID is now on sale throughout the EMEA region. It packs a large battery capacity for such a compact, lightweight device, enabling full shifts to be completed without interruption in busy retail stores, manufacturing, healthcare, transport and logistics operations. The Alpha-30R has the most robust specifications in its class, making it ideal for harsh working environments, indoors and out, where it could be exposed to vibratio
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Reduced inventory and optimized logistics are just a few of the benefits to be realized in implementing Integrated Tactical Planning, says David Goddard, principal at Oliver Wight.
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
With the aim of broadening its members’ skills and knowledge, Globalia Logistics Network has launched its Online Logistics Academy. In order to provide the most efficient training material, Globalia has partnered with the Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA), one of the leading logistics course providers, and Container xChange – a neutral online platform, used by 600+ freight forwarders who is offering a wide range of training material regarding the leasing contain
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
The deal announced before dawn on the morning of Sept. 15 came less than 24 hours before a deadline Sept. 16 that could have led to a shutdown of rail operations across the U.S.
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
IntelliTrans , a leader in global multi-modal solutions for optimising supply chain operations in bulk and break-bulk industries, helps shippers better manage the freight market pendulum swings with expansive tendering algorithms and artificial intelligence embedded in its transportation management system (TMS). Shippers are experiencing the ebb and flow of the current freight market.
NGT News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Allison Transmission says Santa Clara (CA) Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) has selected GILLIG buses equipped with the Allison eGen Flex electric hybrid propulsion system for its fleet of transit buses. The eGen Flex is the next generation of Allison’s proven H 40/50 EP electric hybrid propulsion system, which has been in the transit market since […].
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Rite-Hite , a global leader in loading bay safety and energy management solutions, has been certified as a Great Place to Work for its business in Germany, confirming its status as an employer of choice within the logistics industry. Great Place to Work accreditation is only awarded to those businesses that can actively demonstrate and measure excellence in how they treat and manage employees in a fair and respectful manner, and in creating a corporate culture that embraces openness, transparenc
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NGT News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Blue Bird Corp. has delivered the first of three electric school buses to Chinle Unified School District (USD) in Arizona, the largest school district in the Navajo Nation. Chinle USD, which currently has an all-Blue-Bird diesel-powered bus fleet, is beginning to deploy zero-emission vehicles in order to “put student and community health first while reducing […].
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Total Vehicle Solutions (TVS) Group has rebranded as TVS Interfleet , as the commercial vehicle bodybuilder adjusts its proposition for a rapidly changing market. TVS Interfleet aims to consolidate the functions of TVS Group and better enable the brand to future-proof the industry, working alongside the big players for fleet electrification, intelligent controls and lightweighting.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Our "Ask the Experts" panel of top global executives in the 3PL industry will address the challenges of speed to value for their customers and answer critical questions about how they have successfully evolved, provide tips for growing 3PLs, and discuss key issues facing today's 3PL sector. .
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Cloud computing has spurred a revolution in private and business applications over the past decade. Today, data and software programs can be saved or run in any data processing center in the world. Everything is operated via the internet, completely independent of the location or device. Cloud computing has made installation, administration, and updates significantly easier and has thereby laid the foundation for Software as a Service (SaaS).
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Is there room in a modern-day warehouse for empathy? Happier workers mean higher productivity and better retention of staff.
CLX Logistics
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Managed transportation providers offer comprehensive logistics and supply chain expertise to all types of industries. Managed logistics solutions support businesses with a range of transportation solutions spanning shipping data analytics, tactics, planning, mode optimization, vendor consolidation, and more. These efforts ultimately focus on driving new efficiencies that reduce costs, improve delivery times, and enhance visibility over the entirety of a transportation network.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
The transaction was approved by USA Truck’s stockholders at a special meeting of stockholders held on Sept. 12. .
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Earlier this week, I was listening to Morning Addition on WBUR Boston. One of the guests was discussing the new words that were added to the Merriam Webster dictionary in September. In all, 370 new words were added. When many people use a word in the same way, over a long enough period of time, that word becomes eligible for inclusion. As is often the case, many of the new words were slang terms that have worked their way into the American lexicon.
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
NGT News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
The Biden administration has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) among four federal agencies to accelerate the nation’s clean transportation future. The U.S. Departments of Energy, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will work collectively to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the transportation sector and to ensure resilient and […].
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