Optimizing 3PL and Freight Forwarder Relationships to Drive Innovation
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MAY 17, 2019
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Blockchain is already tracking and securing freight shipments across the globe
Fleet Owner
MAY 17, 2019
From frozen food shipments in Florida to ensuring child labor wasn't used to mine cobalt supplies from the Democratic Republic of Congo, blockchain is being used to secure and monitor the supply chain.
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Tariffs Alter Global Supply Chain
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 17, 2019
Executives are citing the trade war as the final straw in their shift out of China.
Class 8 backlog ‘remains jam-packed’ as freight growth stagnates: ACT
Fleet Owner
MAY 17, 2019
April’s Class 8 metrics generally aligned with expectations, with the lone exception of cancellations, which continued to trend lower, according to ACT Research’s latest State of the Industry: Classes 5-8 Report.
Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry
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This Week in Logistics News (May 11 – 17)
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 17, 2019
It’s been a busy few weeks around these parts as the conference season winds down. Over the last few weeks I, along with my colleagues Steve Banker and Clint Reiser, have made the rounds on the conference scene. Our trips included HighJump Elevate, Oracle Modern Business Experience, Descartes Evolution, Promat, BluJay Soar, MercuryGate Velocity, Transplace Shipper Symposium, and JDA ICON.
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FTR Trucking Conditions Index turns negative
Logistics Management
MAY 17, 2019
For March, the most recent month for which data is available, the TCI came in at -1.18, which FTR said reflects a softening environment for carriers as freight rates see continued easing, coupled with a sluggish, but positive, demand outlook.
Video: A new take on stainless, an amazing trailer conversion
Overdrive Online
MAY 17, 2019
The exterior attention-grabber is the gold-colored stainless on the Kenworth W900 and the custom RV it pulled. The interior of the trailer, though, is an equally impressive showpiece of household amenities and efficient power-sharing.
This Week in Logistics News (May 13-17, 2019)
Talking Logistics
MAY 17, 2019
Out with the old, in the with new. It had been almost 4.5 years since we last refreshed the Talking Logistics website, but yesterday at 3:00 pm ET, after weeks of planning and design work, Talking Logistics 3.0 came to life. It’s more user friendly, better SEO optimized, and highlights our great content better — The post This Week in Logistics News (May 13-17, 2019) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Is Nikola’s buck-a-mile all-in vision achievable?
Truck News
MAY 17, 2019
To outsiders, trucking is an industry that seems ripe for disruption. I can’t tell you how many press releases I’ve seen from start-ups that promised to “Uberize” the trucking industry.
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
Are Supply Chain Executives Prepared For a Supply Chain Talent Crisis?
GlobalTranz
MAY 17, 2019
The supply chain talent crisis is a significant problem that will cause widespread disruption in the industry. More workers are retiring, and there are just not enough members from the newer generations interested in the industry. However, demand for more products, faster and at lower costs is increasing, so supply chain executives need to start.read More.
DSV’s New Supply Chain Service Uses Data to Predict and Improve
Logistics Manager
MAY 17, 2019
DSV Lead Logistics is looking to provide intelligent lead logistics by constantly analyzing data to seek out the most effective solutions and to pre-empt any disruptions in supply chains. DSV can do this through a new modular logistics outsourcing solution. The modular approach allows them to tailor their services precisely to customers’ needs. They are using cloud-based, state-of the-art technology, which supports supply chain design, implementation, and management across all modes, geographie
U.S. rail and intermodal volumes see annual declines for week ending May 11
Logistics Management
MAY 17, 2019
Rail carloads, at 258,641, fell 3.1%, and intermodal containers and trailers, at 270,622, fell 4.3%.
Creating a new generation of humanitarian leaders
World Food Programme Logistics
MAY 17, 2019
Young Bangladeshi women have been on the forefront of the World Food Programme’s work in Cox’s Bazar after learning leadership skills at the Asian Women’s University. Chancellor Cherie Blair from the Asian University for Women visited the Rohingya refugee camps to see some graduates in action. Photo WFP/Saikat Mojumder. The Asian University for Women opened 11 years ago in Chittagong, not too far from Cox’s Bazar.
Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability
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 IN THE ARMY
Logistics at MPEPS at UPV
MAY 17, 2019
I would like to talk about something different, and investigating I found that it could be interesting to talk about the logistics in the army. Logistics, in military science, are all the activities of armed-force units in roles supporting combat units, including transport, supply, signal communication and medical aid. . Logistics belongs to the group of the science of computation, persist in mathematics as the logistics or logarithmic curve.
Five ways cotton production can help achieve Zero Hunger
World Food Programme Logistics
MAY 17, 2019
Strong links between cotton production and food crops present opportunities?—?and a couple of challenges?—?for the food and nutrition security of smallholder farmers [link] One of the 20 most important commodities in the world, accounting for 30 percent of all textile materials consumed globally, cotton is part of a huge industry and of our daily life.
Mosca Launches Strapper for Lightweight Products on Pallets and Dollies
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 17, 2019
Mosca’s latest EVOLUTION SoniXs MS-6 KR-ZV strapper is for securing lightweight products on pallets, dollies or pallet cages. In the past, these goods required much larger strapping machines. With a low strap tension of maximum 450 newtons, the EVOLUTION SoniXs MS-6 KR-ZV works perfectly in light operations. The cost-saving model is CE-compliant from the factory without a safety enclosure when used as a stand-alone machine or with non-driven conveyor systems.
A timely relief
World Food Programme Logistics
MAY 17, 2019
When food stocks are out A timely relief for vulnerable families in Malawi Lean season response beneficiaries receiving cash during a distribution. Photo WFP/Badre Bahaji “This maize has come at the right time. I do not know what my family and I would have done without it.” This is what Susanne Makoza has to say about the assistance she has received from the Government of Malawi and WFP thanks to USAID’s support.
How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces
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Combilift on Show with Big and Small at transport logistic
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 17, 2019
If you need to lift, move and store pallets, long loads, containers or oversized products – and you want to do this safely and productively whilst saving space too, then make sure to visit Combilift’s two stands at this year’s transport logistic show. The exhibits in Hall 4 and in the open air area illustrate the extensive range of materials handling solutions that the Irish-based specialist manufacturer has to offer.
Intermodal Expo
247 Customs Broker
MAY 17, 2019
Homepage | Intermodal Expo This site is optimized for Internet Explorer version 11 and above. Please upgrade Internet Explorer versions for optimal website viewing. Search… The post Intermodal Expo appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Wales Food Wholesaler First to Take Flagship Trailer Cooler Unit
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 17, 2019
Carmarthenshire-based food wholesaler Castell Howell has become one of Carrier Transicold’s first UK customers to take delivery of the Vector® HE 19 (High Efficiency), the company’s new flagship trailer refrigeration unit. The new arrival forms part of a larger order of Carrier Transicold systems all aimed at lowering the carbon footprint of the company’s commercial vehicle fleet.
BluJay Announces 2019 Soaring Performance Customer Award Winners
247 Customs Broker
MAY 17, 2019
Customers recognized at BluJay’s SOAR 2019 conference for remarkable results in customer experience, business improvement, collaboration, and creative use of technology Holland, MI – May… The post BluJay Announces 2019 Soaring Performance Customer Award Winners appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
GEP Outlook Report 2024
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.
CMA CGM Launches Reefer Pharma Division
Logistics Manager
MAY 17, 2019
The CMA CGM Group has announced the launch of its new Reefer Pharma division, specially dedicated to temperature-controlled shipping of pharmaceutical products and boasting advanced expertise. CMA CGM says they provide their customers with a dedicated team of experts who ensure 24/7 monitoring from the Group’s head office in Marseilles, as well as aboard its ships and from the company’s operational centres in Singapore and Miami.
UPS ‘supersizes’ Kentucky package hub
247 Customs Broker
MAY 17, 2019
Transportation May 17, 2019 UPS triples the size of its Louisville Centennial operations, nearly doubling sorting capacity and speeding same-day delivery capabilities. By DC Velocity… The post UPS ‘supersizes’ Kentucky package hub appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Vancouver Associates Fundraise and Bowl to Support a Local Organization
Penske Move Ahead
MAY 17, 2019
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. For over a decade, Penske Truck Leasing associates from the Greater Vancouver Area have once a year traded in the driving lanes for the bowling lanes when they raise money for Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver (BBGV) – an organization that provides free one-to-one, gr
AgXplore Puts LTL Contract Rates to the Test on uShip’s Freight Platform
247 Customs Broker
MAY 17, 2019
In Ross Carter’s first day on the job, he knew there had to be a better way. He had just started at AgXplore, a maker… The post AgXplore Puts LTL Contract Rates to the Test on uShip’s Freight Platform appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve
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
DHL Express and EHang tackle the last mile with drones
247 Customs Broker
MAY 17, 2019
DHL Express has entered a strategic partnership with autonomous aerial vehicle company EHang to launch drone deliveries to tackle last mile challenges in China. The… The post DHL Express and EHang tackle the last mile with drones appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Choose Your Own E-Venture
247 Customs Broker
MAY 17, 2019
April 17, 2019 | By Gary Wollenhaupt Tags: E-commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain With e-commerce fulfillment as their endgame, retailers are making their move. From stepping… The post Choose Your Own E-Venture appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Google LLC Named Landstar Overall M.U.S.T. Customer of the Year
247 Customs Broker
MAY 17, 2019
April 23, 2019 · By Landstar Landstar’s Mutual Understanding of Safety Together, or M.U.S.T., program involves an extensive tour of a customer’s facility, followed by… The post Google LLC Named Landstar Overall M.U.S.T. Customer of the Year appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
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