Logistics gives back
DC Velocity
JULY 11, 2018
Here's our monthly roundup of some of the charitable works and donations by companies in the material handling and logistics space.
DC Velocity
JULY 11, 2018
Here's our monthly roundup of some of the charitable works and donations by companies in the material handling and logistics space.
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 11, 2018
"By anchoring targets in science, companies are able to move beyond incremental improvements and focus on what’s necessary to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at the scale that is needed,” said Kevin Rabinovitch, global vice president sustainability at Mars. More than half of executives (52%) expect at least 50% of their products and services to be low carbon by 2028,according to a new YouGov survey of global corporations in the Science Based Targets initiative.
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DC Velocity
JULY 11, 2018
Availability rate for DCs and industrial real estate falls to lowest point since 2000 as industry eyes potential impact of tariffs, CBRE report says.
Fleet Owner
JULY 11, 2018
Not long ago, getting over 10 mpg was a pipe dream in trucking. Now, in some ways, it’s the norm—with even better results to come.
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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.
DC Velocity
JULY 11, 2018
Demand continues to exceed supply as availability declines for 32nd straight quarter.
Logistics Brief brings together the best content for Logistics and Warehousing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
DC Velocity
JULY 11, 2018
General Electric donates three-dimensional printers to schools to help promote additive manufacturing.
Talking Logistics
JULY 11, 2018
When first engaging in a partnership, shippers and their logistics providers have certain objectives in mind. Whether it’s to reduce transportation costs, centralize their transportation management, or deliver better service to customers, both parties identify a desired outcome and work collaboratively to deliver on those promises. Unfortunately, over time, daily activities often fail to directly connect to those original objectives.
DC Velocity
JULY 11, 2018
Annual "hackathon" will award prizes for technology solutions to port and maritime challenges.
Logistics Viewpoints
JULY 11, 2018
I just finished my latest research on the global market for Transportation Execution and Visibility Systems. Transportation Execution Solutions (TE) allow shippers to connect to multiple carriers and then tender, track, and pay in the system. Visibility solutions allow real-time asset tracking across the entire distribution network. This enables improved estimated arrival times of goods.
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
DC Velocity
JULY 11, 2018
Port leaders use educational outreach program to build community support for harbor projects.
Logistics Management
JULY 11, 2018
Given all the recent back and forth tariff activity going on between the U.S. and China, it is worth noting that on Friday, July 6 the U.S. began imposing tariffs of 25% on around $34 billion worth of Chinese products, which USTR said were made in “response to unfair Chinese practices.” These tariffs, said USTR will eventually cover up to $50 billion in Chinese imports, with the products targeted by the tariffs comprised of those benefiting from China’s industrial policy and forced technology tr
DC Velocity
JULY 11, 2018
Storage rack maker says site allows company to reach a broader market in the Midwest.
Fleet Owner
JULY 11, 2018
American Trucking Associations argues that the RhodeWorks plan violates the U.S. Constitution’s Commerce Clause by discriminating against out-of-state trucking companies.
Advertiser: GEP
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.
DC Velocity
JULY 11, 2018
Meeting planned for Oct. 10 in Miami.
Carter Logistics
JULY 11, 2018
Blog Topics. The Shared Milkrun Mexico & Border Logistics. Small to Mid-Sized Companies Benefit with Carter Logistics. Supply chain management is a complex, innovative industry, and Carter Logistics drives the solutions that can help companies succeed. Small to mid-sized companies face unique logistics challenges. A small company may excel at manufacturing a competitive product, but not have the resources to manage distribution efficiently.
DC Velocity
JULY 11, 2018
Wyoming 3PL invests in cranes that can handle oversized components for wind farms.
Fleet Owner
JULY 11, 2018
Here’s a startling statistic: 60% of CFOs responding to a recent study indicated they lack complete visibility into their organization’s transactions.
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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.
DC Velocity
JULY 11, 2018
"Blended learning" programs combine online and classroom instruction.
Food Logistics
JULY 11, 2018
Facing competition from upstart brands, consumer giants are buying growth where it can't be created.
DC Velocity
JULY 11, 2018
New report seeks to elevate industry safety performance.
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 11, 2018
Combilift has introduced a purpose-built order picker for long products.
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Logistics Management
JULY 11, 2018
A look at how software is playing an increasingly important role in the smooth running of the world’s end-to-end logistics operations.
3PL Insights
JULY 11, 2018
If you’ve ever used ASNs or EDI, then you know how helpful they can be to your business. The amount of time and effort saved by using these technologies makes them a must-have when transferring documents to another company. Here’s what you need to know about EDI and ASNs. What is EDI? EDI stands for Electronic Data Interchange. This refers to the electronic interchange of documents between companies.
Logistics Management
JULY 11, 2018
In an announcement that has many global implications for one of world’s largest logistics providers, DB Schenker has developed a streamlined logistics and transportation system for Airbus’ final assembly line production in Mobile, Ala.
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 11, 2018
Robby Technologies has introduced Robby 2, its next generation delivery robot.
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
Logistics Management
JULY 11, 2018
If the supply chain were a stock, would you buy it? That was a question I asked myself last summer as I was preparing our annual look at Gartner’s 2017 Top 25 supply chains for the September issue of SCMR, I wondered which would’ve performed better over the last year: A $27,000 investment in an S&P 500 index fund or a $27,000 investment in the 25 publicly-traded companies in Gartner’s 2016 Top 25 plus the two supply chain master’s in that year’s ranking.
GoShip Blog
JULY 11, 2018
If you’re new to less-than-truckload (LTL) freight shipping, then there is a good chance that all of the terminology and shipping processes that it comes with are a little confusing. At GoShip.com , we do everything we can to make the process as easy as possible for you. We can offer you a few best practices to use to make LTL freight shipping even easier to understand.
Logistics Management
JULY 11, 2018
According to the State of the North American Supply Chain survey, truck capacity is the industry’s primary hurdle this year.
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