Tue.Sep 25, 2018

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Phoenix Rising:  Why Phoenix Logistics Companies Equal Smart Ecommerce Fulfillment

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

What’s an easy way to reach residents of the country’s most populous state (not to mention many other parts of the Southwest and West) without breaking the bank? We’ll give you a hint: It’s not likely to get hit by a hurricane, flood, earthquake, or blizzard anytime soon. And it’s located close to some of the “Grandest” scenery on the planet.

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After Brake Safety Week: Keeping those truck brakes safe

Fleet Owner

Tips for drivers and fleet managers provided as 2019 approaches.

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5 Ways 3PL Sales Has Changed and What You Can Do About It with Ann Holm

The Logistics of Logistics

Download the audio file. Podcast Summary: Joe is joined by Ann Holm who, in addition to being a good friend of Joe’s, is an executive coach who often works with people in the logistics field. The two inform the audience of 5 ways 3PL (third-party logistics) sales have changed, along with plenty of advice on how to deal with these changes. We also learn about a sales improvement course specifically for people in the logistics industry that Joe and Ann are co-facilitating.

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Infor to offer Coleman AI platform through Amazon Alexa

DC Velocity

Digital Assistant product supports conversational interface to offer insights, automate tasks, firm says.

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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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When it comes to autonomous trucks, it's an evolution

Fleet Owner

The most important thing to remember is that we need to control the technology and not let it control us. That way we get the maximum value and the least amount of disruption.

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Trucking Organization Hails Hair Resting Requirement for Opioid Use

Material Handling and Logistics

"Our fleets need to depend on – and need the government to recognize – the most accurate, reliable and failsafe drug testing methods available,” said American Trucking Associations.

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Wood-fiber packaging material

DC Velocity

BillerudKorsnäs White packaging material is designed to help companies achieve greater visual and tactile appeal while using less packaging material.

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How advanced is your supply chain network design? Take our quiz to find out

AIMMS

Today’s most profitable companies have built their success on an effective and responsive supply chain network. But maintaining this is easier said than done. Supply chain networks are becoming increasingly complex, serving multiple SKUs in hundreds if not thousands of locations. Building agility and resilience into your network is more important than ever, with trade disputes and natural disasters posing a constant threat.

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Edge wrapping

DC Velocity

Orbis has added edge wrapping to its ORBIShield capabilities. The company says this technology provides custom-designed protective dunnage.

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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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Lightning launches Ford E-450 electric drivetrain

Fleet Owner

E-450 Shuttle Buses and Cutaways with Lightning Systems' electric kit offer 110-mile range; company continues growing its e-driveline portfolio.

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Damco’s supply chain services under Maersk banner will be tracked closely by shippers

Logistics Management

When Damco’s Supply Chain Services and Maersk Line’s Ocean Product are finally integrated On January 1st, 2019, A.P. Moller - Maersk hopes that shippers will have “fewer touchpoints” and more comprehensive offerings.

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13 Amazing Logistics & Supply Chain Mobile Applications

EazyStock

*This post was originally published June 2015; it was updated September 2018*. In today’s competitive business environment, getting the correct products to the right place at the right time via the most cost-effective manner is paramount for your business’ success. To stay ahead, tech-smart operations, savvy professionals are using logistics and supply chain mobile applications as must-have tools for operational excellence.

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[WHITE PAPER] How Surface Mode Shippers Can Compete in E-Commerce Logistics

GlobalTranz

Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “How Surface Mode Shippers Can Get Ready to Compete in E-Commerce Logistics” white paper! This is a must read for shippers who are looking to move more modes of freight, including LTL, Parcel, Full Truckload, and Last mile in the e-commerce channel.

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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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It's Vandemonium: Ford celebrates the versatile van

Fleet Owner

Full-size van sales are up 23% since Ford introduced the Transit in June 2014, with Transit driving 78% of that growth.

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FTR reports highest Trucking Conditions Index reading since early 2004

Logistics Management

For July, the most recent month for which data is available, the TCI hit 14.04, topping May and June at 11.4 and 11.18, respectively.

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How advanced is your supply chain network design? Take our quiz to find out

AIMMS

Today’s most profitable companies have built their success on an effective and responsive supply chain network. But maintaining this is easier said than done. Supply chain networks are becoming increasingly complex, serving multiple SKUs in hundreds if not thousands of locations. Building agility and resilience into your network is more important than ever, with trade disputes and natural disasters posing a constant threat.

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National diesel average sees slight gain, reports EIA

Logistics Management

The national average price per gallon for diesel gasoline was up again this week, according to data issued by the Department of Energy’s Energy Information Administration (EIA). With $0.03-cent increase, the national diesel price now stands at $3.271 per gallon.

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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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Editor’s Pick: Is Your Supply Chain Millennial Ready?

Talking Logistics

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Pick ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This post from Transplace’s blog highlights insights from Ken Hughes’ presentation at the Shipper Symposium conference about how consumers, which today span six generations, including Baby Boomers and Millennials, are transforming the role and import

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Supply Chain Visibility

Material Handling and Logistics

Infor has introduced Control Center, a next-generation supply chain visibility and intelligence solution that enables supply chains to be data-driven, self-learning and consistently reliable.

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How Supply Chain Management is Affected by Human or Natural Causes

DC Velocity Reverse Logistics

Guest Post By Dr. William Oliver Hedgepeth Faculty Member, Transportation and Logistics Management, American Public University If you are not into logistics, supply chain management, manufacturing or warehousing, you might not ever think about where products begin. Each element is important and a part of the often invisible supply chain.

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BlueGrace CEO Bobby Harris Named One of Florida’s Most Influential Business Leaders

Blue Grace Logistics

BlueGrace CEO Bobby Harris Named One of Florida’s Most Influential Business Leaders. SEPTEMBER 25, 2018 | BlueGrace Logistics CEO Bobby Harris has been selected as one of Florida’s Most Influential Business Leaders on the Florida 500 – Florida Trend’s roster of the state’s 500 most influential business leaders spanning across more than 60 business categories and economic sectors.

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Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory

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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[PODCAST] Why Shippers Looking for Capacity & High Service Levels Need the Right Carrier Mix & Logistics Fundamentals Focus

GlobalTranz

Hello and welcome back to another episode of “The Freight Project Podcast!” On today’s episode we welcome Andrew Lynch, Co-Founder & President of Zipline Logistics, an award-winning logistics service provider that specializes exclusively in the transportation of retail consumer goods and food and beverage products. We hope you enjoy “The Freight Project Podcast.” You can subscribe and find this podcast on Apple iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Soundcloud , YouTube , and iHeart

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How advanced is your supply chain network design? Take our quiz to find out

AIMMS

Today’s most profitable companies have built their success on an effective and responsive supply chain network. But maintaining this is easier said than done. Supply chain networks are becoming increasingly complex, serving multiple SKUs in hundreds if not thousands of locations. Building agility and resilience into your network is more important than ever, with trade disputes and natural disasters posing a constant threat.

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5 Factors impacting logistics in September

Trinity Logistics

Whether you’re a shipper, receiver, or carrier, it’s good to be in the know about what is impacting the world of logistics. Check out some headlines from September that are impacting the transportation industry. Oil prices jump as Hurricane Florence adds to supply concerns. Earlier in September, crude oil prices jumped 3 percent as Hurricane Florence headed for the eastern coast of the United States.

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Tigers Expand their Network in China and Malaysia

Logistics Manager

One of the world’s leaders in e-commerce fulfilment, Tigers recently announced the opening of a new office in Suzhou, China along with the opening of a new fulfilment center in Selangor, Malaysia. The new Tiger entities are part of their ongoing expansion plans to serve the region’s ever-increasing e-tail market. The new e-Fulfilment Logistics Center in Malaysia will be Tigers second operation, as they also have an automotive fulfilment center in Eastern Malaysia at Kota Kinabalu.

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Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability

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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Construction Begins on Cargo City Freight Center at Budapest Airport

Airfreight Logistics

The newly dedicated freight center planned for Budapest Airport (BUD) has begun construction, Cargo City is part of the 160 Million Euro development program BUD:2020. The new 20,000m2 cargo handling facility along with new freighter aircraft stands dedicated to the Boeing B747-8F has cost 32.6 Million Euro and will centralize cargo operations and expand the airport’s handling capacity to manage the projected increase in air cargo volumes at BUD over the next few years.

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Yale Unveils VX Gold Edition

Logistics Business Magazine

Yale Europe Materials Handling presented its new Veracitor VX Gold Edition to customers, dealers, and journalists at its exclusive ‘This is Yale’ event held in Germany on 19 and 20 September. Based on the trusted Veracitor VX, the Gold Edition forklift includes a feature bundle designed to enhance productivity while reducing overall maintenance costs, along with an extended warranty for total peace of mind.

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Swiss WorldCargo Achieves Complete CEIV Pharma Certification

Airfreight Logistics

The successful handling of extremely sensitive and high-value materials takes a team that is able to adhere to rigorous standards. For pharmaceuticals, IATA’s Center for Independent Validators ( CEIV ) Pharma certification has been the standard by which all airlines and cargo handlers strictly follow. Attaining this certification is no small feat as independent auditors assess all parts of the supply chain to ensure pharmaceuticals are shipped and handled appropriately.