Retail imports remain strong ahead of tariff increase
DC Velocity
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Politically motivated trade environment fuels higher-than-usual activity at major U.S. ports, NRF-Hackett report says.
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Tax Reform’s Timely Gift for Employers
Material Handling and Logistics
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Companies that offer employees paid FMLA leave in 2018 can qualify if they act before Dec. 31.
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XPO says software pilot projects could generate $100 million profit in two years
DC Velocity
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Transportation giant applies algorithms and AI to rout out inefficiencies in LTL network.
OTR truck window shopping
Fleet Owner
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
If you're looking for the top U.S. over-the-road trucks, this is one of your best bets to find them all under one roof. Class 8 truck manufacturers wheel out their latest, greatest products at the American Trucking Assns.
GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report
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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?
Zebra Technologies invests in e-commerce automation startup Plus One Robotics
DC Velocity
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Plus One raises $8.3 million in venture round, will advance piece-picking platform for order fulfillment and parcel shipping.
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Producer Prices in US Rose in October by Most Since 2012
Material Handling and Logistics
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
The figures indicate that price pressures in the production pipeline are advancing steadily. U.S. producer prices rose more than forecast in October for the biggest jump in six years on broad gains in costs for goods and services, a Labor Department report showed on Nov. 9. The producer-price index rose 0.6% from September after a 0.2% advance and climbed 2.9% from a year earlier after a 2.6% gain.
Fleet Owner magazine -November 2018
Fleet Owner
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Fleet Owner is the information source for trucking, written for middle and upper level managers at commercial truck fleets with five or more vehicles. Its journalists deliver business insights and analysis, breaking news, trends, best practices and research to owners and managers who operate trucks and trailers.
This Week in Logistics News (November 3 – 9)
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Amazon has finally decided upon its second headquarters. Or has it? According to multiple reports, Amazon will build out two smaller “headquarters” as supplements to the main headquarters in Seattle, WA. The location of the two outposts, Long Island City, NY and Arlington, VA, are not overly surprising, considering the interest from the Washington, DC and New York City areas.
What they're worth: Price Digests awards top trucks for retained value
Fleet Owner
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Seven truck manufacturers took top honors in vehicle data and valuation provider Price Digests' 2019 Highest Retained Value Awards.
Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry
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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.
This Week in Logistics News (November 5-9, 2018)
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
The minivan passed me as I was cycling up a never-ending hill, arms waving from open windows. The van pulled over a few hundred feet ahead, arms still waving from the windows. They must want to high-five me , I thought, so I raised my arm as I passed them and slapped their hands. It turns out they didn’t want to high-five me for cycling up a 3-mile hill.
Volvo Trucks’ IoT-Enabled Fleet Uses SAS to Boost Uptime
IoT World Today
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
With the aim of boosting uptime for its customers, Volvo Trucks is working with SAS to analyze more data from IoT-enabled trucks and the environments they operate in, as well as beginning to apply artificial intelligence to that data to enhance predictive maintenance capabilities. What’s more, when it comes to fixing potential technology issues or providing enhancements, Volvo Trucks can now enable over-the-air software updates, remotely program software and enable parameter updates without ever
Advanced Visibility in Emergency Response Situations [Video]
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Kathy Fulton, Executive Director at American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) and Dr. TJ Scheafer, Head of Strategic Programs at project44 discuss the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: What is ALAN’s mission and focus? What types of challenges arise from major storms and what are some of the hurdles ALAN has to overcome to respond effectively?
AAR reports annual gains in October for carload and intermodal volumes
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Rail carloads, at 1,338,037, rose 1%, or 12,598, annually for the month, and intermodal containers and trailers, at 1,443,914, saw a 4.2%, or 58,546 units, annual increase.
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
Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) elects 2019 board, new chairman
Fleet Owner
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Jerome Lentz of Challenger Lifts named chairman.
AAR reports annual gains in October for carload and intermodal volumes
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Rail carloads, at 1,338,037, rose 1%, or 12,598, annually for the month, and intermodal containers and trailers, at 1,443,914, saw a 4.2%, or 58,546 units, annual increase.
Industry View: A Quicker Route to Durable Commercial Flooring
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Dry shake hardening is the rapid way to durable commercial flooring – that’s the view of Cementitious Flooring’s David Bullock: Flooring in large commercial spaces needs to withstand a multitude of pressures. Heavy machinery, foot traffic and abrasive substances are among the ever-present surface enemies in warehouses and the like.
Port Tracker report points to increased import activity ahead of next round of tariffs
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
United States-bound imports trended down from the pre-holiday peak while still coming in at higher-than-usual levels, with retailers importing merchandise in advance of a coming tariff increase in January, according to the new edition of the Port Tracker report issued today by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and maritime consultancy Hackett Associates.
Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory
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The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.
Aberle Implements Sustainable Facility for Building Technology Specialist
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Building technology specialist Gira is moving its operations to a new 30,000 square metre production, logistics and office complex. System integrator Aberle has provided and implemented a future-oriented, sustainable facility concept with high-performance system components, intelligent material flow and a holistic, energy-efficient material flow control.
Recruiting Scam Alert
Penske Move Ahead
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Unfortunately, online scams have become increasingly more frequent and prevalent in today’s ever wired world. Job seekers should take note of these online scams and be on alert for them when job hunting online. Recruiting scams are increasingly circulating online via email, social media, and through various websites as noted by the Federal Trade Commission’s job scams advice webpage.
Victa Railfreight to Provide Tilbury Last Mile Rail Service for DRS
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Victa Railfreight has secured a deal to provide ‘last mile’ rail services within the Port of Tilbury for freight train operator Direct Rail Services (DRS). The agreement is part of the launch of a new intermodal train service for Eddie Stobart, connecting the Port of Tilbury to Tesco’s site in Daventry. Victa has the responsibility to deliver the trains over the three quarters of a mile connection between the main line exchange sidings and the London Container Terminal at Tilbury.
Penske Honors Veterans for Service and Sacrifice
Penske Move Ahead
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Gratitude comes in many forms, and for veterans like Penske associate Juan DeJesus, each one – from a simple thank you to a warm cup of coffee – is heartfelt. “Sometimes, we think our job doesn’t matter,” said DeJesus, a Penske brokerage account representative and Army veteran. “But then, someone says, ‘Thank you very much for your service.’ It means a lot to me.”.
Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability
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How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps. Discover how these strategies can boost your enterprise's financial health, helping not only to keep up but to excel in today's market.
Veterans Day 2018
Odyssey Logistics
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
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Military Experience Leads to Penske Logistics Role
Penske Move Ahead
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
It is the job of military logisticians to help ensure much-needed supplies – including food, water and ammunition – reach those who need them, whether in training or on the battlefield. For many of his 22 years in the Army, Greg Wagnon, a Penske Logistics senior operations manager, helped coordinate logistics missions all over the world. “Logistics in the military is very much like logistics in the civilian world,” said Wagnon.
[WHITE PAPER] The State of & Pricing Outlook of the Less than Truckload Shipping Market
GlobalTranz
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “The State of & Pricing Outlook of the Less than Truckload Shipping Market White Paper” white paper! This is a must read for shippers who are either LTL shipping pros, new LTL shippers who are needing education, or those moving m ore freight to the LTL mode as Full Truckload feels the capacity crunch squeeze.
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