Fri.Dec 13, 2019

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Is there light at the end of the U.S.-China tariff tunnel?

Logistics Management

The U.S.-China "trade war" may be averted, with a limited trade agreement between the U.S. and China having been reached.

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Keeping Your Supply Chain Ahead of Winter Weather This Holiday Season

Kuebix

It’s the holiday season and the skies aren’t hesitating to remind us that things are about to get very, very cold! Supply chains everywhere are getting ready for the impact. A winter outlook published by The Weather Company has mixed reviews. It revealed that regions from southwest Oregon into California, the Great Basin, Desert Southwest and […].

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Logistics Manager Analysis: Planning for uncertainty

247 Customs Broker

[og_img] 2019 may well be remembered by many in the distribution sector as the year political procrastination played havoc with the supply pipeline – from… The post Logistics Manager Analysis: Planning for uncertainty appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Enhancing Quality and Security in Product Traceability

Supply Chain Brain

Across nearly every industry, the inability to resolve product problems as they arise can cause a lack of trust with consumers that’s hard to rebuild.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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Has Your Manufacturing Operation Outgrown Its Accounting Software?

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

Orders are up, business is booming, and your manufacturing operation is expanding. The growth of your company is exciting, but expansion can present many new challenges. As your operation gets bigger, you will probably need to investigate potential upgrades for your systems. Some Signs that Your Accounting Program Needs an Upgrade include: You are still using many […].

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San Francisco’s Transit Agency Using BAE Systems in Buses

NGT News

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) has selected BAE Systems to supply electric power and propulsion systems – the Series-ER (Electric Range) platform – for its transit buses. The BAE technology will operate on 68 transit buses and create designated zones throughout San Francisco that are free of emissions. The Series-ER system targets these […].

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See you on the other side

Truck News

As first reported last month, Truck News is transitioning to an online format with the publishing of this, its final print edition. As the magazine’s longest-serving editor, I greeted the inevitable announcement with mixed feelings.

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Lilly Cabrera: The Origins of our Founder

ShipLilly

Lilly Cabrera is the Founder of LILLY + Associates International. Now, ShipLilly is an international transportation and logistics company founded off the work ethic of one amazing woman, Lilly. Lilly’s incredible journey began in 1979 when she moved from Peru to Miami. She had three children to support in a tough economy while lacking support. Many would be discouraged in her position but, this was her biggest motivation.

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The drones taking on a volcano

World Food Programme Logistics

Flying into a caldera in El Savador, drones collect water for analysis and forecasting in a project backed by WFP [link] People who work in IT are geeks. We get excited about the latest smartphones, cameras and tech gadgets but that’s not all. Occasionally, however, we are rapt by… volcanoes. In June El Salvador’s Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (MARN) asked the World Food Programme (WFP) to assess the crater of the highest volcano in the country and the content of its caldera?

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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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5 Best Practices for Analytical Balances

Quality Scales Unlimited

Analytical balances are very sensitive. Their accuracy can be affected by several factors including the environment in which they are installed and how they are handled. Five Best Practices for Using Analytical Balances. Proper Calibration. Regular calibration helps your scale give consistent and accurate weights. It is important to calibrate the scale at the location where it will be used.

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Port of Los Angeles and Indonesia Port Corporation Sign Agreement

Logistics Manager

Officials from the Port of Los Angeles and Indonesia Port Corporation ( IPC ) PT Pelabuhan Indonesia II (Persero) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with goals to promote further cooperation and information sharing on issues of business and trade, digital supply chain efficiency, the environment and infrastructure development. “Increased global competitiveness, supply chain innovation and the more widespread use of sustainable operations technology can only happen if ports join forc

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FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index is still weak but improving

Logistics Management

For October, the most recent month for which data is available, the TCI reading was -1.04, marking an improvement over September’s -2.94, the lowest reading since last May.

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The methodical tour, by ‘Choice,’ from corporate America to a small flatbed fleet

Overdrive Online

Fredrick "Choice M.A.S." Claxton of New York caught the trucking bug following a two-wheeled cross-country tour on a Suzuki street bike. In this Overdrive Radio edition, he details his methodical approach building a young second career in flatbed with a small fleet after an office job with one of most recognizable names in apparel. Fredrick "Choice M.A.S.

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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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Embroidery Firm Sews Up Improved Fulfilment with WMS

Logistics Business Magazine

A leading US embroidery business has enjoyed considerable improvements in order fulfilment processes, with shipping accuracy now greater than 98%, since switching to a best-of-breed warehouse management system. (WMS) in January 2019. Z Customization houses more than 3,000 items in its 24,000 sq ft HQ in Carlsbad, California for some of the biggest names in sporting goods.

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Port of Los Angeles and Indonesia Port Corporation Sign Agreement

247 Customs Broker

Officials from the Port of Los Angeles and Indonesia Port Corporation (IPC) PT Pelabuhan Indonesia II (Persero) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with… The post Port of Los Angeles and Indonesia Port Corporation Sign Agreement appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Transport Market Monitor: Big Increase in Available Capacity

Logistics Business Magazine

As indicated by the development of the available transport capacity for road transport, the European industry has further cut back production in November in the face of weak export demand and a sluggish economy. In November, the capacity index compared to the previous month rose again by more than 15 percent (source: www.transportmarketmonitor.com).

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DiCicco takes on The Ark’s bio-security compliance work

247 Customs Broker

The ARK at JFK announces the appointment of Vincent DiCicco, DVM who will be joining the management team as veterinary and bio-security compliance officer,… The post DiCicco takes on The Ark’s bio-security compliance work appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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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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Inther Large-Reach Gantry Robot Processes 1200 Items per Hour

Logistics Business Magazine

With the announcement of the GRIPP (Gantry Robotic Intelligent Piece Picker), Inther Group claims it has proven once again that it is willing to adapt and innovate in order to meet the requirements of customers. “The GRIPP has a large reach, is compact, safe, and processes up to 1,200 items per hour. This is truly a novelty in the logistics world,” it says.

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FCC Approves Proposal to Proceed With 5.9 GHz Changes

247 Customs Broker

[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] WASHINGTON — Despite opposition from leading transportation groups, the Federal Communications Commission on Dec.… The post FCC Approves Proposal to Proceed With 5.9 GHz Changes appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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No-Deal Fears Rise as UK Freight Body Seeks Government Clarity

Logistics Business Magazine

UK trade body the British International Freight Association has demanded that the country’s newly elected government does not inflict a No-Deal Brexit next year. “The mantra of the new government has been ‘Get Brexit Done’ but that will only have any real meaning for BIFA members if the actual details of our future relationship with the EU are clear,” said BIFA Director General Robert Keen (above).

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Logistics reacts to Conservative election victory

247 Customs Broker

[og_img] The logistics and supply chain sectors have called on the newly elected Conservative government to face up to the challenges the industry faces –… The post Logistics reacts to Conservative election victory appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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Exide Awarded Battery Partnership for JCB’s Electric Teletruks

Logistics Business Magazine

Battery manufacturer Exide Technologies is to power JCB’s new range of electric Teletruks. Under the partnership, Exide’s GNB batteries and high-frequency chargers will be supplied with each new E-TEC forklift rolling off the production line. Exide will also provide exclusive service and support across Europe. Before being selected, Exide went through a detailed examination of its processes and systems.

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Patent Pending: IBM's plan for vehicle platooning on the blockchain

247 Customs Broker

This is Patent Pending. Supply chain-related patent applications are published every week and this is where we’ll talk about the ones that could have the… The post Patent Pending: IBM's plan for vehicle platooning on the blockchain appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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“Logistics Leaders Expect More Outsourcing Budget in 2020” says Gartner

Logistics Business Magazine

Eighty-five percent of logistics leaders expect that their outsourcing budget will increase by more than 5% in 2020, according to Gartner, Inc. Already for 2019, 85% reported a similar budget increase. “Outsourcing one or more logistics service types has become largely mainstream,” said Courtney Rogerson, senior principal analyst with the Gartner Supply Chain Practice.

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This Week in Logistics News (December 7 – 13)

247 Customs Broker

It’s hard to believe that we have reached the end again. And by that, I mean the last Logistics Viewpoints news round-up of the year.… The post This Week in Logistics News (December 7 – 13) appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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GEP Spend Category Outlook 2024

Your Roadmap to Smarter Spend Management in 2024 Geopolitical, economic and supply chain challenges will stick around in 2024, but don’t despair. There are strategic opportunities to leverage AI-powered technology and digital toolsets to overcome these hurdles more effectively. GEP experts in nearly two dozen critical categories guide you in the right direction in our annual comprehensive resource — GEP Spend Category Outlook 2024.

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Alaska Service Announcement: Effective Friday, December, 13, 2019

Odyssey Logistics

December 13, 2019 Valued Customers of American Fast Freight, Inc., please view the latest service update from TOTE regarding northbound voyage NS19195 : Due to weather delays, northbound voyage NS19195 is expected to arrive in Anchorage on Sunday, December 15 for a 1900 work start. Please find the Anchorage Terminal hours below: Friday, December 13.

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US to cancel, reduce tariffs under partial trade deal with China

247 Customs Broker

The US and China have agreed to a limited trade deal that cancels US tariffs on Chinese imports due to go into… Importing and managing… The post US to cancel, reduce tariffs under partial trade deal with China appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Penske Associates Volunteer and Serve Others During Holiday Season

Penske Move Ahead

Editor's note: This story is part of our "50 Stories of People Helping People" series. As we celebrate Penske's 50th anniversary in 2019, we are spotlighting associates every Friday who are making a difference in their communities. The season of giving has been in full swing for Penske associates all over the country. The holidays can remind us of how thankful and fortunate we may be, as well as grant us many opportunities to help others who may need a helping hand.