Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 26, 2018

As international trade becomes dispersed through global value chains, small disruptions to a supply chain can spread rapidly to other countries and regions. A more advanced economy translates to better trade logistics. That is the conclusion of a report, “ Connecting to Compete,” from the World Bank Group. The report, which contains the Logistics Performance Index (LPI), is a bi-annual report that scores 168 countries on how efficiently supply chains connect firms to domestic and international o

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Talking Logistics

JULY 26, 2018

Last Mile Delivery is one of the fastest growing, and most difficult, areas in logistics. When you consider that last mile deliveries can account for nearly 30 percent of total delivery costs, and that you can win or lose a customer for life depending on a good or bad delivery experience, its importance cannot be overstated. What does it take to create a great customer experience in last mile delivery?

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DC Velocity

JULY 26, 2018

Agreement takes effect four months after initial approval.

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Fleet Owner

JULY 26, 2018

Cheap fuel over the last three years has had its effect: pickups, SUVs, and larger vehicles have been disappearing off dealer lots while smaller, more economical car sales in many cases have languished.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 26, 2018

Demand modeling has emerged as a key decisioning tool in supply chain design. Standard forecasting tools can fall short if they can’t take into consideration external causal factors that drive demand like weather and economic and political indicators, or help predict demand 5-10 years out when making long-term strategic decisions. The post A Perfect Marriage: Demand Modeling and Supply Chain Design appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 26, 2018

Dale McClung, Director of Design Solutions at CLX Logistics, discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: Is focusing on your day-to-day transportation operations — making sure you get the capacity you need, at the right cost, to meet you delivery commitments — enough to successfully manage your transportation spend and navigate through this challenging environment?

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Fleet Owner

JULY 26, 2018

Fleet purchasers and finance professionals, insurers, dealers and others who need access to vehicle and equipment values have an effectively all-inclusive new tool available: Price Digests' unified web app, launched after more than a year of database

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Morai Logistics

JULY 26, 2018

Mobile based solutions provide added value to supply chain management operations by improving efficiency, speed and accuracy. The benefit of technology will continue to be a topic of discussion in the supply chain and logistics industry. In recent months, Morai Logistics has discussed the positive impact machine learning, Artificial Intelligence and predictive analytics will have on real-time efficiencies.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 26, 2018

A September 5 MHL-hosted webinar, sponsored by DHL. Date: Wednesday, September 5, 2018 Time: 2:00 p.m. EDT (GMT -4, New York) Duration: 1 Hour Event Type: Live Webinar Cost: Free. Register Today! . Description. Engineering & Manufacturing (E&M) companies are advancing their business models to focus more on providing services and capability to their customers, a practice known as “servitization.

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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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Kane is Able

JULY 26, 2018

In our “Dispatches From the Road” feature, the KANE Blog will periodically publish interviews with our drivers – the men and women who live and breathe the transportation topics we often write about. In our third installment, we interview KANE driver, Scott Donlin.

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Fleet Owner

JULY 26, 2018

If you are still using a manual accounts payable system, your staff is spending hours trying to resolve invoice discrepancies

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Mazars Ledger

JULY 26, 2018

Mazars USA LLP is pleased to announce the results of the 2018 Food & Beverage Industry Study. The survey was […].

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Freightos

JULY 26, 2018

In his 2017 annual shareholder letter , Bezos lauded “divinely discontent” customers as innovation drivers. This is how he described their impact (emphasis added): “It may be because customers have such easy access to more information than ever before – in only a few seconds and with a couple taps on their phones, customers can read reviews, compare prices from multiple retailers, see whether something is in stock, find out how fast it will ship or be available for pick-up, and more.

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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.

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Logistics Management

JULY 26, 2018

Based on comments made by its executives on yesterday’s second quarter earnings call, Peak Season prospects for global transportation and logistics bellwether UPS appear to be solid. That is a good thing, considering the strong economic outlook, driven by ongoing e-commerce activity, strong retail sales, and consumer spending, among other factors.

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West Coast and California Logistics

JULY 26, 2018

As container volumes at West Coast ports continue to increase year after year, it’s becoming more difficult to move those containers inland. The problem? Container drayage companies simply don’t have enough drivers to meet demand. And, when you are fortunate enough to secure dray capacity, you can expect to pay 10 to 15% more than you were just a few years ago.

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Logistics Management

JULY 26, 2018

Just because Rep. Bud Shuster (R-Penn.), Chairman of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, is retiring from Congress at the end of his current term does not mean he is mailing it in. In fact, it appears to be quite the opposite, especially given the myriad details proposed this week under his leadership to remedy the longstanding ailments that plague United States infrastructure.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 26, 2018

Your ecommerce business will only grow as much as your ability to get goods to your customers. Scaling your ecommerce logistics program to accommodate larger and more frequent orders will give your business the room you need to grow. See how you can increase your logistics team without losing your mind or your business. Speedier Shipping As an individual, fulfilling orders with your family members working from inventory in your garage cannot work as your business grows.

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Logistics in War

JULY 26, 2018

By David Beaumont. Two decades ago, as Western militaries confronted a new strategic paradigm with declarations that a ‘revolution in military affairs’ was underway, the US Army Chief of Staff General Reimers declared: ‘There will not be a revolution in military affairs unless there is a revolution in military logistics’ (1996). This view, since paraphrased or made contemporary by Reimer’s successors and many others, reflects a truism in military transformation.

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Logistics Management

JULY 26, 2018

Total revenue, at $1.033 billion saw a 23% annual gain, with LTL services revenue up 23.2% to $1.018 billion.

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Mazars Ledger

JULY 26, 2018

U.S. Food and Beverage Industry Study Shows Sales Increase Mazars USA LLP is pleased to announce the results of the… The post 2018 Mazars USA Food & Beverage Industry Study appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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AAJ Enterprises

JULY 26, 2018

Since every industry is undergoing a transformational phase of digitization and automation, logistics could not remain unaffected. A relative shift has been witnessed with the introduction of various automotive technologies. The trend has fast gained popularity and has now become more practical. Automated Fleets Right now, it is limited to drones and the small-distance deliveries, but automated fleets are to be a thing in future.

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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.

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Mazars Ledger

JULY 26, 2018

U.S. Food and Beverage Industry Study Shows Sales Increase NEW YORK, NY – July 26, 2018 – According to the Mazars… The post Mazars’ Annual U.S. Food & Beverage Industry Study Shows Companies Anticipate Substantial Sales Increase for Third Consecutive Year appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 26, 2018

TRANSLOG Connect Congress is Central and Eastern Europe’s leading B2B networking event for transportation, logistics and supply chain management professionals. It takes place annually in November in Budapest. Organisers say the event is not only the most influential regional congress for executives but also an essential event in terms of new business relations.

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Mazars Ledger

JULY 26, 2018

U.S. Food and Beverage Industry Study Shows Sales Increase NEW YORK, NY – July 26, 2018 – According to the Mazars […]. The post Mazars’ Annual U.S. Food & Beverage Industry Study Shows Companies Anticipate Substantial Sales Increase for Third Consecutive Year appeared first on The Ledger.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 26, 2018

Software application and engineering company Red Ledge has released a new RFID-driven system which it claims cuts the time and cost of meeting LOLER* regulations for lifting equipment with fast, accurate asset re-certification, end-to-end traceability and complete corporate compliance. ‘Red Ledge LOLER Certification’ is an automated solution that uses handheld scanning of RFID tags on lifting equipment to maintain an accurate and comprehensive record, providing an audit trail for the life-time o

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Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

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Mazars Ledger

JULY 26, 2018

NEW YORK, NY – July 26, 2018 – According to the Mazars 2018 Food & Beverage Industry Study Results Report, […]. The post MAZARS’ ANNUAL U.S. FOOD AND BEVERAGE INDUSTRY STUDY SHOWS COMPANIES ANTICIPATE SUBSTANTIAL SALES INCREASE FOR THIRD CONSECUTIVE YEAR<br><br>New Customers and Improved Sales Performance Are Top Growth Drivers appeared first on The Ledger.

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Odyssey Logistics

JULY 26, 2018

The U.S. logistics and supply chain industry typically experiences a seasonal shipping surge from around late summer to early fall each year as shippers, especially retailers, prepare for the busier shopping that happens in the later months of the calendar year. However, amid rising tensions in international trade relations, U.S. seaborne imports have surged earlier.

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Automotive Logistics

JULY 26, 2018

BMW has renewed its contract with DHL Freight to handle overland transport services in 17 European countries. It has also added a digital supply chain management service in a number of key markets. DHL Freight moves inbound parts to BMW factories as well as providing spare parts deliveries for the carmaker’s aftermarket. Altogether DHL Freight is moving more than 90,000 full and less-than-truckload shipments per month.

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