Cyzerg

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

As warehouse digitalization gains traction, a number of doubts and queries gather around it. Is it the right time to adopt a warehouse technology? Would it bring a value or competitive advantage to the business? Are there any risks associated with adopting this new technology? Is this technology mature enough or not? Fortunately, all these questions can be answered by using 3 simple frameworks that depict the natural evolution of technology, help us manage the risks associated with adopting new

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Supply Chain and Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Here is the original article the Loadstar referred me to. It is a picture a bit too rosy, perhaps, but quite clear.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

When trucking attorney Ted Perryman was arguing a case in court last October, he brought with him a secret weapon. "The plaintiff's expert was on the stand, and he actually paid me a compliment," Perryman explained.

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DC Velocity

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Maersk to look like FedEx, UPS, DHL in three to five years, Skou vows.

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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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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Survey says the logistics/transportation industry is already ahead of the game in discussing the potential uses of artificial intelligence.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Fleets are well aware that they are being monitored to ensure they operate in the safest possible manner. But when it comes to safety, it doesn't hurt to review some of the basics surrounding fleet safety ratings.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

ARC Advisory Group’s supply chain team believes that autonomous mobile robotics (AMR) in the warehouse is a high-growth and potentially transformative logistics technology. There is a handful of start-up companies currently offering AMR solutions to meet the challenges presented by the high-volume, high-labor requirements of e-commerce fulfillment. Each of these robotics start-ups is addressing the challenge in a different manner.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Secure cargo and storage solutions company Tuffy Security Products is offering its Security Cubby Cover for Toyota Tacoma Double Cab pickup trucks.

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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Daimler has the most to lose if the Tesla Semi is what Elon Musk claims it is -- a total supply chain disruptor. But the German truckmaker is skeptical Tesla poses a serious threat.

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Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Cargo Transporters of Claremont, NC, has announced a pay raise for all drivers including new truck driving school graduates. The new pay structure goes into effect April 1, the company said.

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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

One Network Enterprises has introduced a flexible and cross-industry Chain-of-Custody solution built on its Real Time Value Network (RTVN).

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

General Motors is offering a $500 cash allowance for fleet customers on all 2017 and 2018 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans.

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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Nobody knows what may happen after the November elections, but you can count on plenty of regulatory activity taking place this year.

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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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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Do you have a messy, unorganized warehouse? We know that you are also the victim of the ‘ Warehouse Disease’ , i.e. even after regularly organizing your warehouse, it turns messy the minute you receive or ship some cargos. Optimising your warehouse storage system to ensure that it stays organized at all times of the month will be a dream come true, right?

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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

SAP has launched SAP Asset Strategy and Performance Management to enhance asset intelligence across the digital supply chain.

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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

The technology and processes that are revolutionizing logistics and supply chain operations are helping today’s organizations keep pace with digital commerce.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

A total of 562 KFC outlets remained shut following a weekend of disruption that peaked on Sunday night at 646 closures. KFC published a list of only 338 of its 900 stores that were still open on Monday night. Many were offering a limited menu and restricted opening hours. The chicken delivery problem is so severe that the company cannot say when operations will be back to normal.

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Logistics Manager

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Cargotec subsidiary Hiab has announced the opening of their new factory installation and center for competence in the Dutch city of Meppel, the company stated that the new facility will open before the end of the first quarter of 2018. The facility when fully operational will provide FrameWorks subframes, truck bodies and complete vehicle solutions for clients based throughout their European network.

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Automotive Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

BMW’s Spartanburg vehicle assembly plant in South Carolina remained the largest US automotive exporter by value last year, even though production there decreased. The factory turned out more than 371,280 cars during the year, 9.7% fewer than in 2016 because the X5/X6 assembly hall was shut down for four weeks during the summer and production of the all-new X3 only started in the second half, a company spokesman told Automotive Logistics.

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Logistics Manager

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Knight Frank Thailand has released a report detailing Thailand’s place as an integral transportation hub for China in Southeast Asia. Executive Director and Head of Occupier Services & Commercial Agency Department for Knight Frank Thailand , Mr. Marcus Burtenshaw said, “The fraternal bond of cultural and familial ties between Thailand and China has been established for over 200 years, but Chinese direct investment in the property sector has been limited by Thailand’s foreign land owner

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Automotive Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Volkswagen’s division in Russia has started local production of the Skoda Kodiaq SUV at the Gorky plant owned by Russian vehicle-maker Gaz Group in Nizhny Novgorod. Michael Oeljeklaus, head of production and logistics at Škoda Auto, which is owned by VW, said the move was an important step in implementation of the brand’s long-term development strategy in Russia.

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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.

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The LoadStar

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Hamburg Sud’s entry into the mainstream east – west tradelanes in 2015, principally through its slot charter agreement with Middle East challenger carrier UASC, was “badly timed” according to its CEO. Speaking at the Maersk Group Capital Markets Day in Copenhagen yesterday, Arnt Vespermann, chief executive of Hamburg Sud, said about the iconic company’s strategy to change its focus from being a north – south liner to a global carrier: “I.

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Automotive Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

The Mexican Association of the Automotive Industry (AMIA) has called for the government to intervene after a series of blockades that has left vehicle manufacturers in the country struggling for supplies and halted the movement of some finished vehicles. The blockades, which started in late January, have been carried out by teachers in the state of Michoacán in protest over late payments in salaries, bonuses and benefits.

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The LoadStar

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

A spokesperson for Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) has told The Loadstar that the carrier is “still reviewing” the launch of its new Asia – North Europe (AEX) express service slated to start in early April. One industry contact said today he thought that the South Korean carrier had “little option” other than to try to deploy its own tonnage on the route as it would be increasingly finding that its limited.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

For some environments, cleanliness on the logistics chain is as important as safety – which is why McCue’s polymer safety barriers are used by so many companies in the food and drink, pharmaceutical, health and cosmetics industries. Sensitive environments demand intelligent products – ones that not only deliver their key service (in this case, facility protection), but also contribute to the overall smooth running and cleanliness of the environment.

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The LoadStar

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Schiphol’s head of cargo, Jonas van Stekelenburg, is to leave the airport this summer following an internal shake-up which will see the cargo department merged into the aviation marketing department. Maaike van der Windt will head up the new Aviation Marketing and Cargo Division from its launch on 1 April 2018. But the airport, which famously has reached its legal capacity and has been forced to lose some freighter slots, insisted that.

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247 Customs Broker

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Innovative solutions target further growth in key markets for automotive aftermarket logistics. Essen/Berlin – DB Schenker plans to deploy innovative solutions to meet the rising expectations of customers in the automotive sector. This will see the logistics service provider focus on the latest developments in the car industry, such as 3D printing to manufacture replacement parts, in addition to continuing its provision of long-established core services.

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The LoadStar

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

India has long been the country full of potential. But the question, of course, is whether – or when – it might begin to fulfil it. But the market appears to think that the country is on its way, if the airline support of Air Cargo India is indicative. Carriers told The Loadstar that yields are on their way up, volumes are good, and the demand is there.

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