Wed.Mar 09, 2022

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A Deeper Look into Time Slot Management

Logistics Viewpoints

A few weeks ago, I wrote an article on the benefits of time slot management. In that article, I highlighted the importance of the network effect on time slot management and related technologies, as well as the main benefits of a time slot management application. Time slot management helps to organize warehouse resources to prepare for an incoming truck.

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Logistics Operations: Evaluating the Merits of On-Board PLCs in Automated Guided Vehicles

Logistics Matter

With the growth of large footprint warehouses, distribution centers, and large 3PLs, one of the most crucial decisions in the initial design phase of a machine is the selection of the control system. Traditionally, PLCs have been used for the automation of industrial processes and the control of machinery. PCs have been used for operations […].

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Omnichannel Fulfillment Services: Key to Success

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Industry buzzwords come and go, but one phrase that has stuck – and is pushing shippers to rethink their fulfillment strategies – is “omnichannel.” And while the term may have made Gartner’s list of overused marketing words as far back as 2014, omnichannel is holding its own in a world where customers expect to have a seamless experience across all sales channels through omnichannel fulfillment services.

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Is Taking More Direct Control of Your Supply Chain Becoming More Important?

Talking Logistics

As I highlighted in a November 2021 post titled “Taking More Direct Control Of Your Supply Chain,” over the past few years, there have been several examples of companies retaining or taking more direct control of their supply chain and logistics operations. More recently, for example, we’ve seen retailers buying logistics service providers, like American.

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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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Telematics RFP checklist for EV support | Geotab

Logistics Brief Submitted Articles

Read this telematics RFP checklist for tips on selecting an EV-friendly telematics provider.

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Watch: The State of the Warehouse and Industrial Real Estate Market

Supply Chain Brain

Alex Cohen, chief executive officer of Liberty SBF, reviews current trends in demand for warehouse and industrial space, and how owners are acquiring financing in difficult times.

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Rock Stars of the Supply Chain: Disruptions Shed Tremendous Light on the Cold Chain

Food Logistics

David Sours, SVP at CBRE, explains how there's been a groundswell of interest in the cold food chain and details how companies are making adjustments as a result.

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Russia Bans Export of 200 Products After Suffering Sanctions Hit

Supply Chain Brain

Russia announced an export ban for more than 200 products after the economy was hit by sanctions over the invasion of Ukraine. It stopped short of curbing sales of energy and raw materials, the country’s biggest contribution to global trade.

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With New Federal Standards, NGVAmerica Reissues CNG Fuel System Inspection Guidance

NGT News

NGVAmerica, the national trade association for natural gas use in transportation, has reissued its recommended Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Fuel System Inspection Guidance document to reflect new federal standards. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently updated its CNG fuel container inspection labeling requirement for vehicles with a gross vehicle […].

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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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Russia’s War Puts Shipping’s Tentative Recovery in Jeopardy

Supply Chain Brain

Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine has the shipping industry bracing for new shocks to its labor force, which relies on experienced crew from both countries.

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Allison’s Fully Electric Axle Undergoes Testing with Hino Trucks Before Production Launch

NGT News

Hino Trucks has completed the vehicle integration, and commenced testing and validation of Allison Transmission’s next generation eGen Power 100D fully electric axle in its XL series heavy-duty battery electric vehicles (BEV), as Hino progresses towards start of production. “When evaluating the electric axles available in today’s competitive market, Hino selected the Allison eGen Power […].

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U.S. Oil Production Will Cushion Price Hit to Economy, Eventually

Supply Chain Brain

Any increased capital spending by U.S. oil and gas producers in response to the surge in crude price should help soften the blow to the economy from an expected pullback in consumer spending. It just won’t be anytime soon.

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Lion Electric Working with Major Upfitters on Electric Trucks

NGT News

The Lion Electric Company has announced several key partnerships with truck upfitters to provide new fully electrified refrigerated, dry freight and aluminum stake body options for its Lion6 zero-emission urban truck. The new partnerships include equipment upfit options from Morgan Truck Body, Thermo King, Knapheide and CM Truck Beds. “Electrification has arrived for a broad […].

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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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Can Europe Weaken Putin’s Power Over Global Energy?

Supply Chain Brain

The war in Ukraine has already revealed that the modern financial system can be weaponized in ways never before seen. Now the same might be true of the energy transition.

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With NEDO Grant, Hino Enrolls in Hydrogen Truck Study in California Ports

NGT News

Hino USA has been awarded a grant provided by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO), a Japanese governmental agency, to promote new technology for energy and environmental sector, along with Hino Motors Ltd. The grant supports the demonstration of Hino’s Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell trucks in real-world operations in California ports. […].

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[Video] 2022 Technology Trends

Talking Logistics

As we begin 2022, it is clear that we’re still operating in a very volatile and uncertain environment. It is also clear that leveraging technology and network data is more important than ever to keep supply chains on track. How can technology help address challenges like tight capacity in freight transportation? How is automation helping. Read more [Video] 2022 Technology Trends.

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LA County Sanitation Awards RNG Supply Agreement to U.S. Gain for Fleet Vehicles

NGT News

U.S. Gain has entered into a supply agreement, through a competitive bid process, with the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts (LACSD). U.S. Gain will provide renewable natural gas (RNG) to fuel LACSD-owned fleet vehicles at two maintenance yards. As part of their sustainability goals, LACSD received a Carl Moyer Program grant in partnership with the […].

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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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Parade and Turvo Serve Up Digital Transformation for Freight Brokers

Parade

Integration of Technology & Data Create Transformative Solution. San Francisco, CA — March 9, 2022 — Parade, the leader in carrier access and the truckload capacity management platform software for freight brokers, announces partnering with Turvo and integrating with Turvo’s Collaboration Cloud and transportation management system (TMS). Together the partners bring capacity management integrated with the Turvo TMS to help freight brokers digitize their operations and deliver the experiences

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Why you can no longer design your supply chain network with Excel

AIMMS

The post Why you can no longer design your supply chain network with Excel appeared first on AIMMS.

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Latest Developments In The Ukrainian Invasion

LandLink

It is difficult to look away from the suffering that’s going on in Ukraine. The existing and potential loss of human life is frightening. The West, as well as the entire world, is frustrated with its' inability to offer anything other than military hardware and financial support. The key issue is the fact that Ukraine is not a member of NATO so any active NATO military intervention in the region would be viewed as an aggressive move by Russia, possibly sparking WWIII.

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US Imports Help Fuel Strong, Long-Term LTL Growth

Blue Grace Logistics

JOC.COM. William B. Cassidy, Senior Editor. February 04, 2022. The US less-than-truckload (LTL) freight market is getting bigger, and not just because truckload and intermodal capacity are tight. Executives at publicly owned LTL companies say they see a long runway for growth from sources including containerized imports, and they don?t expect to lose that freight even if demand softens and truckload and intermodal capacity expand.

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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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Cooperative Logistics Network now offering e-learning

Logistics Business Magazine

The Cooperative Logistics Network – an international alliance of more than 320 hand-picked freight forwarders – has launched its Online Logistics Academy. To this end, the E-Learning Platform has been inaugurated with two courses specialised in international logistics and freight forwarding and a SOC Masterclass focused on Shipper Owned Containers. The programmes will allow members to learn and execute complicated supply chain processes, enhance their knowledge of logistics tools, and prepare th

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Apartment Trash Chute: All-inclusive Guide on its Functioning & Maintenance

Compactor Management Company

Overview. Do you ever think about the importance of the doors on every floor of your building used for dumping garbage? They are the doors of the trash chutes/garbage chutes. These chutes are usually made of galvanized steel. It’s a long tube-like structure. Your apartment garbage chutes are used to move the trash downwards. It doesn’t matter you live on the 2 nd floor or 20 th floor.

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Linde adds robotic trucks to automation portfolio

Logistics Business Magazine

Autonomous transport vehicles open up great opportunities for even more efficient in-house logistics; with its Linde C-MATIC mobile robots, Linde Material Handling is expanding its extensive portfolio of automated solutions with three compact, agile and flexibly deployable logistics helpers for horizontal goods movements in warehouses and production.

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LTL Freight Rate Update for USA Shippers

Freightera

See our new, more affordable freight rates for shipping pallets within the USA. Freight rate examples for 1 pallet with the dimensions 48” x 48” x 48”, with the weight of 500 lbs. (class 500, business to business, dock to dock). From Burlington, VT to Boston, MA. Was: $266.98 USD. Now: $137.74 USD. From Boston, MA to Hartford, CT. Was: $167.73 USD.

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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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Transaid project in Madagascar leaves lasting legacy

Logistics Business Magazine

More than 100,000 emergency transfers were made to rural health facilities over a five-year period in Madagascar, according to data compiled from one of Transaid ’s longest-running access to healthcare initiatives, focused on maternal and child health. Publication of the figures follows the conclusion of a USAID-funded project, known locally as MAHEFA Miaraka, led by JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc., and in partnership with others including Transaid, local NGOs and in close collaborat

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Alaska Service Announcement: Midnight Sun will be in service this Friday, March 11.

Odyssey Logistics

Valued Customers of American Fast Freight, Inc., please view the latest announcement from TOTE: Midnight Sun will be in service this Friday, March 11. Northbound Voyage 22039 is expected to depart from Tacoma late Friday night and arrive in Anchorage on Tuesday, March 15. Southbound Voyage 22040 will also be added to the sailing schedule with. Continue Reading.

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GenieGrips adds Stik-It Pads to its range

Logistics Business Magazine

GenieGrips Pty Ltd , the Melbourne, Australia-based maker of high quality, durable, forklift safety products, has added GenieGrips Stik-It Pads to its range of products. GenieGrips Stik-It Pads are a slim, patterned anti-slip pad that protects products and minimises the risk of slipping loads. They are a self-adhesive solution to protecting product reducing risk of injury or damage.