Now, That's Logistics
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Here’s a look at what’s on tap for shippers as 2018 comes to a close, the holiday season kicks into full gear, and the new year approaches. It’s that time of the year again. With fourth quarter upon us, it’s time to look at the key transportation trends that have unfolded in 2018 and take a peek into our crystal ball to figure out what lies ahead in 2019.
West Coast and California Logistics
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Growing from 20 orders per month to 15,000 per month. For most companies, that’s a dream come true. But if you have the wrong solution in place for eCommerce order fulfillment, that’s a dream that may never materialize. Here at Weber, this type of quick growth spurt can, and has, happened with eCommerce order fulfillment clients. The only way to handle it is to have an operation that can seamlessly scale to meet the uptick in demand.
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Fleet Owner
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
The recent federal court ruling says drivers paid by the mile may still be paid that way but their overall pay must meet the federal minimum wage requirements.
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Every year at this time, group news editor Jeff Berman combs through the mountain of news that was reported, written, and posted by the Logistics Management editorial staff over the course of the year to create the following list. Read below for the Top Logistics News Stories of 2018. Topics include E-commerce innovations, ELD trucking regulation, news from industry giants like UPS, Fedex, Amazon and more.
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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.
Fleet Owner
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Wherever possible, New York City will be looking to move from standard heavy trucks in its fleet to "high vision" trucks with extended windows/ better visibility for the operator and minimal blind spots.
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Fleet Owner
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Rates on the 100 largest van lanes rose an average of 2.3% or 5 cents per mile during the week ending Nov. 24, with 78 lanes moving higher and just 17 declining.
DC Velocity
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
As sales volume grew, furniture maker Inmod needed a faster way to process shipments. The Kuebix TMS solved the problem and more.
Shipchain
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
The use of blockchain and supply chain management (SCM) platforms can reshape how shippers approach everyone from consumers to carriers. A platform that combines blockchain and SCM has the potential to eliminate many of the laborious manual processes involved in tracking shipments and preparing them for transit. Instead of trying to answer the question, “Does our supply chain need blockchain,” ask yourself, “What benefits can we reap from integrating blockchain into our suppl
DC Velocity
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Matson vessel Daniel K. Inouye arrives in Honolulu as part of carrier's $1 billion expansion project, company says.
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
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Last week, I read an interesting report from LLamasoft (a Logistics Viewpoints sponsor) that looked into the impact of economic nationalism on global manufacturers. The study found that more than half of global manufacturers would make changes to their supply chain due to economic nationalism. The study also looked at the impact of technology on the supply chains of global manufacturers.
Fleet Owner
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Automating the entire procure-to-pay process will result in significant gains across the entire organization.
Material Handling and Logistics
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
A new app, Driver Reach says it can speed up the hiring process by nearly 30%.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
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 by Julio Soto from GEODIS’ blog discusses how to become the partner your customer is looking for.
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
In this whitepaper, take a closer look at how this new e-commerce world is affecting different segments of the supply chain.
Loginext
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Why advanced delivery route planning is great for the global economy? Customers want fast deliveries. Companies want to deliver shipments faster and more efficiently using more resources at lower costs. They also want to become more reactive and agile in their delivery movement. These industries are becoming more customer-centric which is good for the […].
Material Handling and Logistics
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Tive Inc. has upgraded its sensor + software supply chain visibility offering, including shipment data sharing, route geofences, and ocean vessel tracking.
FueLoyal
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Unfortunately, a rollover or any accident with Semi truck has a higher possibility of fatalities due to their significant size and power. Preventing Truck rollovers can help reduce serious road injuries and death. Truck drivers need to know how their truck performs and that not every load acts the same at some action. For example, when turning Tanker load move very differently from Dry Van load.
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GlobalTranz
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “The Evolution of LTL Shipping Practices: Addressing Capacity Woes, Use of Last Mile & How to Choose the Right LTL Carrier” white paper! This is a must read for shippers who are accustomed to shipping LTL freight or are starting to ship more LTL freight.
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
For September, the most recent month for which data is available, the SCI was -7.6, marking a 1.2-point improvement over the -8.8 reading recorded in August.
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Warehouse management specialist, Synergy Logistics, says it is benefitting from the “Brexit effect” as it posts record sales for 2018. Uncertainty over international trade when Britain leaves the EU has seen retailers stockpiling goods, fuelling an increase in demand for Synergy’s Warehouse Management Software (WMS) product, Snapfulfil. The company is on course to increase turnover this year by around 20 per cent from 2017.
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Gartner, Inc. has released its 10th annual Healthcare Supply Chain Top 25 ranking. The ranking recognizes organizations across the healthcare value chain that demonstrate leadership in improving human life at sustainable costs. “Healthcare supply chains today face a multitude of challenges: increasing cost pressures and patient expectations as well as the need to keep up with rapid technology advancement, to name just a few,” said Stephen Meyer , senior director at Gartner.
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Since Crown Imperial was established as Crown Products in 1946, the company’s portfolio over the decades has included wooden toys, nursery furniture, contract furniture for the government and even ice cream advertising stands. The family run business now specialises in the manufacture of high quality British furniture for kitchens, bedrooms and living areas.
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
November 13, 2018 | By Paul A. Myerson. Tags: Supply Chain Management , Lean , Sourcing/Negotiations , Supply Chain , Lean Logistics. Paul A. Myerson , instructor, management and decision sciences at Monmouth University and author of books on Lean and the Supply Chain for McGraw-Hill, Pearson, and Productivity Press, 732-571-7523. Strategic sourcing, which consultants popularized in the late 1980s/early 1990s, is a supply chain management approach that formalizes the way organizations gather and
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Specialist provider cargo-partner is known for its skill in handling challenging airfreight transports, independent of shipment volume or target destination. The case of an internationally renowned symphonic orchestra from Austria, for which cargo-partner transported all instruments to Japan, represents one example of such a challenge which cargo-partner solved without issue.
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
By Bob Trebilcock ·. November 26, 2018. Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in Supply Chain Management Review. . Are you researching or writing about the emerging technologies that are going to power tomorrow’s supply chains? Or, are you a supply chain manager whose organization is doing great things with AI, robotic process automation, the Internet of Things, robotics, sensors, block chain or 3D printing?
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
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Goodyear is launching a brand-new mixed service truck tyre range, offering optimal damage resistance and longer service life than previous Goodyear mixed service tyres, plus an accidental damage and retreading guarantee. The new OMNITRAC range features new DuraShield technology and combines excellent robustness with enhanced performance and retreadability.
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
November 13, 2018 | By Inbound Logistics Staff. Tags: Ocean , Global Logistics , Logistics , Supply Chain. The Panama Canal closed its 2018 fiscal year with a record 442.1 million Panama Canal tons (PC/UMS), which represents a 9.5-percent increase from the previous year. This surpasses cargo projections of 429.4 million PC/UMS tons for FY 2018, as well as the 403.8 million PC/UMS tons registered in FY 2017.
Penske Move Ahead
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Penske Truck Leasing recently received the Eagle Head Plaque award from the Pennsylvania Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). According to the ESGR , the Eagle Head Plaque award (below) is presented to companies for their meritorious leadership and initiative in support of the men and women who serve America in the National Guard and Reserve.
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