Mon.Oct 17, 2022

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What is a 3PL? How Third-Party Logistics Providers Benefit eCommerce Brands

Ship Monk

3PL —a simple abbreviation for one of the most complex, integrated, helpful entities operating in the eCommerce landscape. 3PL stands for third-party logistics, and at a glance a 3PL partner provides eCommerce brands with solutions to their fulfillment needs. This includes: Matters of inventory management with advanced 3PL software Delivery speed with warehouse locations that bring products closer to customers Fulfillment: Order processing, picking, and packing Optimal shipping costs and options

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REPOST: The Tive Story with Krenar Komoni

The Logistics of Logistics

Krenar Komoni and Joe Lynch discuss the Tive story. Krenar is the CEO and founder of Tive , a leading provider of real-time supply chain visibility insights that help logistics professionals actively manage their in-transit shipments’ location and condition. About Krenar Komoni. Krenar Komoni has developed breakthrough ideas in data analytics, logistics, and electronics design for nearly 20 years.

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Global Labor Rates Comparison Shows China is no Longer the Low-Cost Labor Market

Supply Chain Brain

Manufacturing wages have risen in China, making the country no longer the global go-to place for low-cost labor, argues The Reshoring Institute.

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ev.energy, Smartenit Introduce EV Charging Technology

NGT News

ev.energy, a global provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging software, has partnered with Smartenit, a holistic IoT solutions manufacturer, to bring to market a low-cost, smart EV charging cable that will open up low-cost, grid-optimized, at-home charging to EV drivers, particularly residents of apartment buildings or multi-unit dwellings (MUD) who lack their own dedicated EV […].

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Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry

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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Five Crucial Supply Chain Due Diligence Activities

Supply Chain Brain

International trade relationships are rife with hidden risks that can completely up-end a company because of expensive fines, imprisonment, revocation of privileges, and brand tarnish.

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Writing a Novel in A Month: NaNoWriMo 2022

Shippeo

It’s almost that time of year again! No, we don’t mean Christmas, though, for a writer, it might be the same thing. Perhaps a little more stressful. We’re referring to NaNoWriMo 2022 coming to you this November! The time of year when writers from all around the world gather to write a novel in a […]. The post Writing a Novel in A Month: NaNoWriMo 2022 apareció primero en Kotobee Blog.

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GSA, Eaton Expand Contract to Cover EV Supply Equipment for Federal Projects

NGT News

Intelligent power management company Eaton has contracted with the General Services Administration (GSA) was expanded to include EV supply equipment (EVSE) and services. Using the GSA schedule, Veterans Affairs (VA) is procuring Eaton Green Motion electric vehicle (EV) chargers for the VA Medical Center in Coatesville, Pa. “For decades, federal agencies have relied on Eaton […].

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Kroger Bets $25 Billion on Bulking Up to Be More Like Walmart

Supply Chain Brain

The grocery giant is pledging to cut prices by using some of the savings from its $24.6 billion agreement to buy Albertsons Cos.

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Communications key staffing and supply chain issues

Logistics Business Magazine

Clear communications will be essential for supply chain firms to tackle future challenges in recruiting and retaining good staff, according to speakers at a recent packaging business conference. The AGM of the Timber Packaging & Pallet Confederation (TIMCON), held in Dublin, heard a diverse panel of speakers address members on the difficulties – and opportunities – ahead of supply chain businesses in the wake of Covid-19 and current procurement issues.

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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

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Watch: Why Aren't Retailers Reducing Their Carbon Footprint?

Supply Chain Brain

While all retailers want to reduce their carbon emissions, most aren't on track to do so, says Mark Ang, co-founder and chief executive officer of GoBolt. That's changing due to consumer pressure.

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TEST CAMP INTRALOGISTICS with additional topics

Logistics Business Magazine

On March 29 and 30, 2023, the TEST CAMP INTRALOGISTICS will once again be all about hands-on testing of innovations and new developments in warehouse and material handling technology. The target group of the international test event are innovation-oriented B2B decision-makers from all areas of logistics. Up to 100 selected innovations await the participants.

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U.K. Unions Will Fight Government Over Workers' Rights, Vows TUC

Supply Chain Brain

U.K. unions are ready to take on the government if it attempts to strip away workers' rights, the head of the Trades Union Congress — the umbrella movement for the U.K.'s major unions — has said.

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Permission granted for pipeline to UK LPG storage facility

Logistics Business Magazine

Flogas Britain , one of the UK’s leading liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) suppliers, has announced that it has been granted planning permission to construct a gas pipeline from Bristol Port into the nation’s largest above ground LPG storage terminal, at Avonmouth, near Bristol. Once complete, the pipeline will link the UK to a diverse, global supply of off-grid gas, providing security of supply and enhancing affordability for off-grid logistics businesses and residential customers.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

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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Canoo Receives Order from Kingbee for 9,300 EVs

NGT News

Canoo, a high-tech advanced mobility company, has received a binding order for 9,300 American-made electric vehicles (EV) from Kingbee, a national van rental provider, with an option to increase to 18,600 vehicles. Kingbee will upfit, wrap and deliver Canoo vehicles as work-ready fleets solutions for enterprise, and small- and medium-sized business customers across the U.S. […].

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Rugged devices in extreme working conditions 

Logistics Business Magazine

Tash Sievwright ( pictured ), Transport and Logistics Business Development Executive, Conker , looks back at extreme conditions of 2022 and fit-for-purpose rugged devices. Largely shaded red and dark red, weather forecast maps of the summer of 2022 were tracking what turned out to be the hottest summer on record for Europe. From June to September persistent heatwaves affected no fewer than 16 countries across the continent.

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What Has Your Cargo Insurer Done For You Lately?

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain risks are high these days. The importance of mitigating those risks is just as high. It's time to look at how we manage risk and optimize supply chains in order to make our next chapter as profitable as possible.

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Whitepaper shines spotlight on future of embedded finance  

Logistics Business Magazine

London-based plug-and-play finance specialist Weavr has launched its latest whitepaper, entitled ‘ Embedded finance: Bringing value into focus.’ The paper, which has been created in collaboration with leading industry experts, reveals a shared and focused vision for the future of embedded finance. A hot topic amongst the fintech industry, embedded finance is top of the agenda for many.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.

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A retailers guide to home delivering large furniture and appliances

Loginext

A Retailers Guide to Home Delivering Large Furniture and Appliances In this modern digital age, convenience is available at a consumer’s beck and call. Within a few clicks, a wide variety of products can be home delivered the next day or in some cases, in a matter of minutes! Quick commerce has hastened delivery cycles […].

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Insight and Augmented Intelligence - The Key to Better Service?

Supply Chain Brain

As companies decide which advanced digital technologies to adopt into their Service Supply Chains more of them are looking at better ways to see into their data.

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Penske Logistics Recognized as High Performer by U.S. EPA SmartWay Program

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Logistics has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SmartWay program as a High Performer in a pair of clean transportation categories. Penske earned the listing in the Truck Carrier Carbon Metrics and Logistics Freight Management categories. SmartWay Partners like Penske Logistics annually submit efficiency and air quality performance data to the EPA.

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What Keeps Finance Leaders Up at Night? Survey Says: The Economy

Supply Chain Brain

By adopting new digital tools, corporate finance leaders are shifting their strategic priorities to better anticipate what lurks around the corner.

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GEP Outlook Report 2024

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 Black Hole at the Heart of Supply Chain Management

Logistics Viewpoints

Usually, a supply plan can’t be fully executed. Robust supply plans can optimize across distribution, manufacturing, and logistics constraints and deliver an optimal plan that hits service objectives at the minimum cost. The integrated business plan is at the heart of balancing projected demand with the capacity needed to meet that demand. But then stuff happens.

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Miners’ Losses Mount as Ports Strike Drags On in South Africa

Supply Chain Brain

The walkout by workers that began Oct. 6 is costing shippers of iron ore, coal, chrome, ferrochrome and manganese about 815 million rand a day.

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U.S. Waives 100-Year-Old Shipping Law to Aid Puerto Rico

MTS Logistics

Late on yesterday evening on Sunday the 16 th , the Biden Administration approved a waiver of U.S. shipping rules to aid Puerto Rico. The island finds itself in desperate need of liquified natural gas following the devastation of Hurricane Fiona. The Situation. On September 18 th , 2022, Hurricane Fiona made landfall in Puerto Rico as a category one storm.