Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Despite all of the advances in route planning technologies, most logistics organizations still see a wide discrepancy in the results that their planners produce. Some planners consistently generate route plans that are lower cost, better utilize resources, and deliver the best customer service. Considering that these planners are using the same route optimization technology, how can this be?

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Have you watched any exciting unboxing videos lately? Most people look at the creative packaging jobs and think: “Ooh, cool presentation!” Here at Amware, we’re thinking: “How long did that take to pack?”. “Has the customer thought about how much all of those packaging extras cost?”. (And most important of all) “Did the eTailer get a good return on its investment for all of that effort?”.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 10, 2020

In recent months, we have watched the world come to a standstill globally, forcing individuals and businesses to hit pause as the COVID-19 pandemic has touched every corner of the economy. Reliance on the global market forced international trade teams to evaluate the depth and breadth of lockdowns on their supply chain. The pandemic put. Read more The Lasting Impact of COVID-19 on Global Trade.

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Truck News

DECEMBER 10, 2020

The editors at Webster’s really put a bow on 2020 when they officially added “social distancing,” “rapid testing,” and “asymptomatic” to the dictionary. Voting wasn’t even close when “pandemic” was “honored” as the word of the year. I’m as ecstatic as you are to see 2020 in the rearview mirror. My fingers are crossed that […].

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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.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Abe Eshkenazi, chief executive officer of the Association for Supply Chain Management, discusses the expected impact of the incoming Biden Administration on international trade, reshoring and supply-chain sustainability.

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Food Logistics

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Food Logistics’ associate editor Brielle Jaekel placed second in the Distribution/Order Fulfillment category in Logistics Brief’s 2020 MVP Award.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Thirty-one countries around the globe have reserved more COVID-19 vaccine per capita than the U.S., according to an analysis of country vaccine agreements.

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NGT News

DECEMBER 10, 2020

The California Energy Commission (CEC) has approved a plan to invest up to $115 million to increase the number of fueling stations in the state that support hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). The funding nearly doubles the state’s investments to date and will help California achieve its goal to ultimately deploy 200 public hydrogen […].

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Shipping and Freight Resource

DECEMBER 10, 2020

The latest update on the ONE Apus maritime disaster is that the ship safely berthed at the Port of Kobe on the the 8th of December, nine days after it encountered severe weather on Monday, November 30, 2020 leading to a container stack collapse of around 1,816 containers including 64 hazardous containers. As per the ships owners , the vessel is undergoing a full safety inspection of the vessel and its remaining cargo with the assistance of local emergency services to ensure that there is no thre

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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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NGT News

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Fundamental changes in how the electric power grid is planned, designed, built and operated are necessary to meet future challenges. These challenges are created by changes in electricity use and in the sources of energy connected to the grid, including greatly expanded use of electric vehicles (EVs) and growth in large-scale solar power and energy […].

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United World Transporation

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Truck driving is a tough job that requires drivers to be at peak mental and physical capability. After all, the essential safety feature in a truck is the driver. To get a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) license, truck drivers must pass a medical exam to prove they’re fit enough to handle the job demands. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about passing the exam and getting your truck driver medical examiner’s certificate.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 10, 2020

3Diligent, an Industry 4.0 software company and on-demand manufacturing provider, recently announced the launch of its 3Diligent Portal application.

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Logistics Management

DECEMBER 10, 2020

A major component of this legislation for supply chain stakeholders is the language related to the HMTF, which is comprised of revenues collected annually from importers and domestic shippers for deep-draft navigation maintenance dredging and the operation and maintenance of large and small ports.

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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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NGT News

DECEMBER 10, 2020

BAE Systems, a company that specializes in electric propulsion, has delivered the first plug-in capable electric hybrid propulsion systems to Alexander Dennis Ltd. – who are supplying new buses to Ireland. The Series-ER systems will power Ireland’s fleet of up to 600 Enviro400ER hybrid buses. BAE Systems has supplied systems for the first 100 buses […].

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Some of the most cost-effective software and methods supply chain professionals and the best freight brokers can adopt are supply chain predictive analytics programs. While still relatively new to the supply chain, analytics implementations have skyrocketed in popularity since its birth a little over 10 years ago. According to Supply Chain Dive , “The number of supply chain professionals who say they’re currently using predictive analytics at their company has grown 76% from 2017 to 2019,

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NGT News

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Ames, Iowa, is adding seven new all-purpose dump trucks to their fleet that are equipped with Optimus Technologies’ advanced fuel system. The Optimus system enables the engines to operate year-round on 100% biodiesel (B100) produced by Renewable Energy Group (REG). This announcement comes after a successful pilot was conducted with five city-owned trucks this year, […].

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Trucker Tools, a solutions provider for the transportation industry, recently announced that it has added cargo insurance provider Loadsure as a new feature available through its carrier engagement platform for brokers and truckers, and on the Trucker Tools mobile driver app.

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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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Freight Center

DECEMBER 10, 2020

For an industry that keeps the world moving, you don’t hear often enough about the fascinating aspects of freight and logistics. Most people hear “freight” and think "snooze"—but not us! At FreightCenter, we see the fun in freight and want to show you why we are self-proclaimed “shipping nerds” and some of the fun, interesting stuff we’ve shipped. Check out these 10 surprising FreightCenter freight facts to see freight in a new way.

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West Coast and California Logistics

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Weber Logistics has announced that Stellex Capital Management (Stellex), a middle-market private investment firm with significant transportation and logistics experience, has partnered with Weber’s management team in a recapitalization focused on accelerated expansion. The terms of the deal were not disclosed.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Branding is important to successful missions, but I suggest we be careful and pick terms that are meaningful to all generations and ethnicities when trying to describe a new technology. The post Commentary: Pick meaningful terms first appeared on Commercial Carrier Journal.

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NGT News

DECEMBER 10, 2020

The first zero-emissions electric school buses in the state of Texas were recently received by Everman Independent School District (ISD). The three buses, manufactured by Blue Bird Corp., an independent designer and manufacturer of school buses, started transporting students this school year. “The electric buses were a great opportunity to bring new technology and safety […].

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The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Global integrator Witron had a front and centre role in the first wave of the pandemic. What did it learn and what comes next? When Christian Dietl reviews the numbers for June 2020, he is proud of his colleagues working in logistic centres all over Europe and North America. “During this time, we only had one major technical defect in the 75 food logistics centres around the globe which operate with our OPM technology,” reports the CEO of Witron Services.

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247 Customs Broker

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Garden centre retailer Dobbies has awarded a three-year contract to Wincanton to provide e-fulfilment, store replenishment and final mile home delivery services. As a result… The post Dobbies awards e-fulfilment and final mile contract to Wincanton appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2020

With the construction of the new 5,000 m² warehouse at its Limburg, Germany site, Spedition Stähler, the biggest and most established shipping company in the Limburg-Weilburg district, has also taken the decision to install a warehouse management system. It selected the EPG | LFS Warehouse Management System from EPG (Ehrhardt + Partner Gruppe). This has enabled the logistics service provider to considerably improve its inventory accuracy and transparency.

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247 Customs Broker

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Tire Logistics Market 2020 research provides a detailed information of the industry including classifications, applications and industry chain structure. The Global Tire Logistics Industry analysis… The post Tire Logistics Market Size, Latest Innovations, Challenges, Industry Growth by 2026 – International Debt Observatory appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps. Discover how these strategies can boost your enterprise's financial health, helping not only to keep up but to excel in today's market.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Hyperdrive Innovation , the UK’s leading designer and manufacturer of lithium-ion battery technology, today announces a new multi-million-pound 4-year supply agreement with Moffett, part of Hiab and world leading forklift truck manufacturer, to supply state-of-the-art battery packs for zero-emission machinery. The supply agreement, worth more than £500,000 in the first year alone, will initially see hundreds of high-performance battery packs deployed in Moffett’s fully electric truck-mounted for

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247 Customs Broker

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Despite all of the advances in route planning technologies, most logistics organizations still see a wide discrepancy in the results that their planners produce. Some… The post Use Robotic Process Automation to Improve Route Planning Performance appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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LabelMaster

DECEMBER 10, 2020

In the Dangerous Goods galaxy, regulators often say they work to find the ideal balance between supply chain safety and the needs of industry. Finding that balance is an ongoing process. Regulations aren’t carved in stone—they’re updated continually. Every year, regulatory bodies such as the United Nations Sub-Committee on the Transport of Dangerous Goods and.

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