Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Coronavirus, and the supply chain impact are being felt worldwide. As my colleague Steve Banker and I wrote about last week, coronavirus is leaving its mark on the global high tech supply chain as well as the automotive and pharmaceutical supply chains.

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SIPMM Professional Publications

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

International shipping is the term used to describe a parcel delivery or group of parcel deliveries in which the parcel is taken from one country and delivered to an address in another. Many online sellers will offer international shipping to attract an audience that goes beyond the limits of the country in which they are […]. The post Key Logistics Consideration for International Freight appeared first on SIPMM INSTITUTE.

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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Time To Read: 4 minutes. No matter what line of work you’re in, your business goals probably include winning more sales and increasing profits. Your first thoughts when it comes to reaching these goals likely include marketing and promoting your business, but it’s important to remember that for the vast majority of your customers, your technicians in the field are the face of your company.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Whether you operate as a small local supply chain or work with international partners and investors, engaging your employees on a more personal level can drastically improve your bottom line going forward. According to Forbes, highly engaged teams exhibit 21% greater profitability, with a 41% reduction in absences and 59% less turnover, improving not only.read 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.

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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

This week’s national average—at $2.882—fell a miniscule 0.008 cents, following a 4.6-cent decrease the week of February 17 to $2.890, and a 5.4-cent decrease to $2.956 for the week of February 10.

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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Logistics Management Group News Editor Jeff Berman recently caught up with Jim Gehr, President, Retail, DHL Supply Chain, North America, at the RILA (Retail Industry Leaders Association) LINK 2020 in Dallas. Their conversation focused on a wide range of topics, including trade and tariffs, Peak Season, coronavirus, and last mile logisitcs, among others.

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United World Transporation

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Mexico’s agricultural industry is an important sector for the country’s economy, and produce exports are of course critical. Mexico is the primary source of produce when local US and Canadian markets are dormant, with main exports being hot house, mangos, melons and avocados. Let’s look at a few of the popular products at the retail level right now.

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Kane is Able

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

KANE’s new Chief Operating Officer is Patrick Coughlin, a 30+ year logistics industry veteran with a strong history of driving performance excellence in corporate logistics and 3PL environments. We recently sat down with Patrick to discuss the trends and opportunities he’s seeing in the market.

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Trinity Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Your job as a motor carrier is already tough. So why do all your work alone? Working alongside a third-party logistics company (3PL) can offer many benefits to you as a motor carrier. Quickpay Options. You don’t want to wait for your money for your work, nor do you want to pay an arm and a leg for it. We offer you Quickpay options at reasonable rates, so you can have your pay in your account quick and at little cost to you.

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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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Kane is Able

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

KANE’s new Chief Operating Officer is Patrick Coughlin, a 30+ year logistics industry veteran with a strong history of driving performance excellence in corporate logistics and 3PL environments. We recently sat down with Patrick to discuss the trends and opportunities he’s seeing in the market.

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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Rail disruptions related to ongoing protests in Canada will have a negative, albeit temporary, effect on port operations, says Fitch Ratings.

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Logistics Manager

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Emerson have announced the release of Oversight 2, their cloud-based online portal which serves as a real-time resource for monitoring in-transit shipment information such as temperature, location and other measurements which may affect the quality of perishable cargo. Globally, the freight transport management industry is expanding rapidly and expected to reach US$41.5 billion by 2025, with Asia Pacific being its fastest growing market.

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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

6 Best Practices to Improve Compliance with a Restricted Party Screening Solution, to discover strategies to streamline your global trade.

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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.

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Logistics Manager

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

CargoSmart Limited, a leading logistics technology solutions provider, have announced today that nine industry-leading ocean carriers and terminal operators, namely CMA CGM , COSCO SHIPPING LINES , COSCO SHIPPING Ports , Hapag-Lloyd , Hutchison Ports , OOCL , Port of Qingdao , PSA International , and Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG) , have signed a shareholders’ agreement indicating their intention to become shareholders of the proposed Global Shipping Business Network (GSBN).

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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

The robots are impressive, but what makes Amazon Amazon is delivering a customer experience. You don't get that by automation alone.

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Logistics Manager

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Hapag-Lloyd says that while they will publish their 2019 Annual Report and an outlook for the current financial year on 20 March 2020, off of the basis of preliminary figures, Hapag-Lloyd’s earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) for the 2019 financial year significantly increased to EUR 811 million (2018: EUR 444 million). Hapag-Lloyd also reports that earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) rose to EUR 1,986 million (2018: EUR 1,139 million).

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Freight Center

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

What separates the good third-party logistics (3PL) companies out there from the great ones isn’t just their ability to connect shippers with the right shipping solutions. It’s about leveraging their amazing network of shipping partners and passing on the benefits of these partnership to their customers. One area that is extremely important in the process is freight packaging.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

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Airfreight Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Thai Airways International Public Company Limited ( THAI ) recently received medical supplies from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and transported them to the Royal Thai Embassy in Beijing via THAI flight from Bangkok to Beijing for further distribution in order to prevent the spread of the COVID19 in the People’s Republic of China. THAI helped transport over 2,000 kilograms of protective clothing and rubber gloves at THAI Cargo, Suvarnabhumi International Airport.

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Logistics Manager

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Ocean Network Express (ONE) is pleased to announce the details of its Intra-Asia Japan service network for 2020, offering improved service coverage, comprehensive port connections and competitive transit times. Of the several updates to their service, the two main enhancements are: ONE will introduce a Keelung call on the Japan Straits Malaysia (JSM) service, providing competitive and direct coverage from Japan ports to Keelung, and Keelung to Singapore and Malaysia.

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Trucker Dump

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

On today’s show, we’ll be continuing the series where we highlight unique trucking jobs. This time Joshua Knode will tell us about expedited trucking and how it differs from a typical truck driving job. Lots of great information and fun stories in here, including rock bands, mercenaries, and a late night talk show host! But. The post TD142: Being An Expedited Truck Driver appeared first on About Truck Driving.

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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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Mazars Ledger

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

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Kanban Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

The modern warehouse offers much more than basic storage. It’s home base for sophisticated eCommerce operations, high-velocity retail distribution, vendor managed inventory, and a variety of other services. While you can build and staff your own warehouse and perform these services yourself, more and more companies see the value in handing warehousing operations off to a third-party logistics (3PL) provider.

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Mazars Ledger

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Time To Read: 3 minutes. When you zoom out and take a look at the way that your small or medium-sized business (SMB) runs, it’s easy to see that efficiency plays a crucial role in determining your bottom line. If you’re not making the most of your resources with effective processes, you can’t expect to increase your revenue and maximize profits. For SMBs, communication is a key element when it comes to minimizing wasted time in order to operate more effectively.

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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

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MercuryGate

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Supply chain management has always been an arduous, process-heavy undertaking. But ongoing digital transformation offers the opportunity to improve supply chain processes beyond simply management to a disciplined department that attains improved sustainability, traceability, and service levels in 2020 and beyond. Unfortunately, transportation management challenges continue to exist.

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I.C.E. Transport

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

The coronavirus outbreak in China is first and foremost a massive human health crisis. But the epidemic has also caused big problems for supply chains and logistics networks. Whether or not the coronavirus has impacted you, this disaster offers important lessons about how unexpected supply chain disruptions can undermine operations, and how to minimize that risk.

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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Time To Read: 2 minutes. Today, everybody strives to work even more productively and wisely utilize the time, plus the resources from the company. And the good news is the fact you do not need to restructure departments or radically adjust management. Intended for greater productivity and success, you just need to use the right program. Data Rooms Software: Technology and Real Organization Experience.

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