Fri.Mar 22, 2019

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How a Good Fulfillment Partner Helps You Save Money

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

This is the fifth in a series of blogs focused on getting the most from your marketing fulfillment program. It includes insights drawn from an Amware-sponsored Mighty Guide titled 8 Experts on Marketing Fulfillment. You can download the eBook here.

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TMC and be seen: Trucks rock the exhibition floor

Fleet Owner

The 2019 Technology & Maintenance Council Transportation Technology Exhibition in Atlanta showcased hundreds of products in booths on the exhibit floor.

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Researchers Say Autonomous Vehicles Could Be Racist

Material Handling and Logistics

Study finds object detection systems are poorer at detecting pedestrians with darker skin types.

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Stoneridge shows off MirrorEye camera system

Fleet Owner

Interest from fleets for retrofit alternative to traditional mirrors is rapidly growing, company 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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This Week in Logistics News (March 16 – 22)

Logistics Viewpoints

I spent the majority of this week in Las Vegas attending the Oracle Modern Business Experience conference at the Mandalay Bay. From a supply chain perspective, the conference looked into how disruptive technologies like IoT and blockchain are impacting supply chain management and the benefits and efficiencies they can add. The sessions were both informative and thought provoking at the same time.

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2D Barcodes in Warehouse Management: Why Aren’t We All Using Them?

GlobalTranz

The use of barcodes in the supply chain is nothing new. First-generation barcodes (1D barcodes) gave supply chain managers the ability to track stock keeping units (SKUs) and shipment information. Unfortunately, the use of 1D barcodes in warehouse management has grown somewhat inefficient in the modern age, especially considering the rise of e-commerce.

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Moving your company beyond the ordinary

Fleet Owner

'The only way to stand out from the crowd is to stand for something special.

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Lean Manufacturing Implementation and the Change Management Journey

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

In the first blog on this topic, I described the origins and background to lean manufacturing. In the second blog – lean manufacturing journey, the key activities of the model described in the book entitled “Lean Thinking” were introduced. While this is seen as the most popular model, there are a few reservations about it. These will be covered as […].

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Navistar promotes Baumann; plans new distribution center

Fleet Owner

New initiatives will speed parts delivery, enable cellular calibration of new class 8 trucks.

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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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Convoy introduces automated bidding feature for carriers

Logistics Management

Seattle-based digital freight broker Convoy rolled out automated bidding for its Request a Load service offering, which is geared towards United States-based motor carriers. Request a Load is a key component of the Convoy app deployed by carriers and allows them to directly share preferences and get them the loads they want with less effort.

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Spot rates weaken as weather clouds a sunny forecast

Fleet Owner

Just when spot truckload rates and demand seemed ready for an upward swing, they took another hit last week.

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AAPA urges Congress to move forward on United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement

Logistics Management

When the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) met in Washington, D.C. for its recently-concluded Spring Conference, it made clear its solid support for Congressional approval of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

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Chinese Pharma Giant Seals Compliance Needs with Manhattan WMS

Logistics Business Magazine

Yunnan Baiyao Group, one of China’s largest pharmaceutical and healthcare companies, has selected Manhattan Associates’ WMS to transform its digital supply chain. The solution will help the manufacturer optimize its distribution operations while ensuring compliance with stringent production and traceability regulations. Founded in 1971, Yunnan Baiyao has established itself as one of China’s most important pharmaceutical companies, selling a broad range of medicinal and personal care produc

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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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YRC Freight and Teamsters come to terms on a tentative labor agreement

Logistics Management

With a March 31 deadline looming, YRC Freight, the largest subsidiary of less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services provider YRC Worldwide, and the Teamsters National Freight Negotiating Committee (TNFINC) announced on Thursday, March 21 that they have come to terms on a tentative agreement in principle for a new collective bargaining agreement.

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Mosca’s Automated Strapping on show at SinoCorrugated in Shanghai

Logistics Business Magazine

Global strapping specialist Mosca is heading to SinoCorrugated, Shanghai (April 8-11) to demonstrate what a fully automated end-of-line solution with robotic palletizing looks like. In cooperation with Fuji Kogyo at at Stand N5A110, the German-based technology leader is presenting a fully automatic system consisting of an MCB-2 XT strapping machine, a Fuji Ace EC-201 palletizing robot and LCU pallet packing press.

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IANA reports annual intermodal declines in February

Logistics Management

Total February volume, at 1,406,639 units, fell 3.5% compared to February 2018. Domestic containers, at 575,431, saw the largest annual decline, down 5%, and trailers, at 107,501, fell 2.3%. All domestic equipment, at 682,932, was down 4.6%. International, or ISO, containers, decreased 2.4% to 723,707.

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Rebrand for Infor’s GT Nexus Supply Chain Software Brand

Logistics Business Magazine

Supply chain software specialist Infor is rebranding its GT Nexus supply chain network as Infor Nexus. Infor Nexus “combines the power of GT Nexus, IoT and Infor Coleman AI to deliver an intelligent supply chain network with a path to the autonomous supply chain,” says the company. Infor Nexus is the first solution of its kind to combine AI, IoT and advanced visualization through an end-to-end collaborative network, providing real-time visibility and predictive intelligence, it claim

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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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AAR reports annual carload and intermodal declines for week ending March 16

Logistics Management

Rail carloads, at 240,317, dropped 8.8% annually, and intermodal containers and trailers, at 260,684, were off 4.8%.

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STILL Wins 2018 John Deere Partner Award

Logistics Business Magazine

Forklift specialist STILL was the honoured recipient of the John Deere Partner Award at a Mannheim event recently. A panel, made up of representatives from different John Deere plants throughout Europe, evaluated STILL’s best qualities in categories such as quality, supplier reliability, technical support and cost management. For over 50 years, STILL and John Deere, a global leader in agricultural machinery, have been forging a successful business relationship.

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Resilience360 has released its first annual Risk Report

Logistics Management

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Conveyor Specialist Interroll Reports Strong 2018 Numbers

Logistics Business Magazine

Conveyor technology expert Interroll has reported strong annual growth figures for 2018. “The high dynamics of the previous years were again significantly surpassed at all levels,” it says. The result means that the dividends are to go up (+33.3%) on the occasion of the company’s 60th anniversary. Thanks to the good backlog of orders, the group also says it was able to start the 2019 financial year positively in all regions and with all product groups.

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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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Resilience360 has released its first annual Risk Report

247 Customs Broker

As U.S. Midwest logistics managers deal with unprecedented flooding this week, a new report on risk addresses the impact natural disasters can have on supply chains Supply chain risk management company Resilience360 has released its first annual Risk Report, which outlines the Top 10 Supply Chain Risks for 2019— a summary of threats that deserve particular attention […].

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Purchase Option Now Available on Hand Pallet Wrap System

Logistics Business Magazine

Kite’s 5×5 pallet wrap system, one of the UK’s safest ways of reducing health and safety issues associated with hand wrapping pallets, is now available to buy in bundles on the Kite Packaging website. The employee-owned business has introduced new hand stretch bundles which will help save its customer’s time and money thanks to their operational efficiency boosting qualities.

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Chinese Pharma Giant Seals Compliance Needs with Manhattan WMS

247 Customs Broker

22nd March 2019 Yunnan Baiyao Group, one of China’s largest pharmaceutical and healthcare companies, has selected Manhattan Associates’ WMS to transform its digital supply chain. The solution will help the manufacturer optimize its distribution operations while ensuring compliance with stringent production and traceability regulations.

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Penske Associates Drive Pennsylvania Habitat Renovation Project

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. Piles of plaster, wood and metal – the remnants of demolition – greeted a group of Penske Remarking associates on the first day of a home revitalization project sponsored by Habitat for Humanity of Berks County in Reading, Pennsylvania.

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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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STILL Wins 2018 John Deere Partner Award

247 Customs Broker

22nd March 2019 Forklift specialist STILL was the honoured recipient of the John Deere Partner Award at a Mannheim event recently. A panel, made up of representatives from different John Deere plants throughout Europe, evaluated STILL’s best qualities in categories such as quality, supplier reliability, technical support and cost management.

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Weather Related Service Update: 03/22/2019

Odyssey Logistics

Friday, March 22, 2019 – Severe flooding continues in several Midwest states, the result of recent snow melt combined with heavy rains. Rising floodwaters are impacting communities and farms, threatening levees, closing roads, affecting rail operations and devastating other critical infrastructure. Transportation and freight movements – especially by rail – have experienced significant disruptions.

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Rebrand for Infor's GT Nexus Supply Chain Software Brand

247 Customs Broker

22nd March 2019 Supply chain software specialist Infor is rebranding its GT Nexus supply chain network as Infor Nexus. Infor Nexus “combines the power of GT Nexus, IoT and Infor Coleman AI to deliver an intelligent supply chain network with a path to the autonomous supply chain,” says the company. Infor Nexus […]. The post Rebrand for Infor's GT Nexus Supply Chain Software Brand appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.