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New, Collborative Mobile Robotics Solution

Logistics Business Magazine

Comau is designing a powerful mobile robotics platform as part of an open, highly collaborative production environment, in the context of 3 different European Projects. The integrated solution, which leverages Comau’s proven expertise in IoT-enabled technologies and collaborative robotics, is a natural evolution of the company’s automated workflow optimization systems.

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Beyond Electric Vehicles with Tucker Perkins

The Logistics of Logistics

Tucker Perkins and Joe Lynch discuss beyond electric vehicles. Tucker is the President and CEO of the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) , a Washington D.C.-based nonprofit that invests in the research and development of propane-powered innovation and promotes the safe, efficient use of propane through safety training and education programs.

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Is the “Autonomous Supply Chain” a Pipe Dream?

Logistics Viewpoints

Aera Technology offers a solution they call “Aera Decision Cloud” A key challenge for manufacturers is connecting integrated business planning (IBP) – a longer term plan – to operational planning and execution – what needs to be done in the near term. IBP is a collaborative process involving diverse business functions that is designed to balance demand against supply in a manner that maximizes the goals of that company.

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Check commercial drivers’ licences frequently

Truck News

Licence issues accounted for a large share of driver-related violations during the 2022 Roadcheck inspection blitz. Of the drivers placed out of service for such things, 23.

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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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Bill for Renewable Natural Gas Tax Credit Introduced

NGT News

Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (D-CA) and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) introduced the Renewable Natural Gas Incentive Act, bipartisan legislation that would provide a tax credit for renewable natural gas which can be used in heavy-duty vehicles like buses and freight trucks to immediately reduce greenhouse gas and particulate emissions while further supporting clean and efficient […] The post Bill for Renewable Natural Gas Tax Credit Introduced appeared first on NGT News.

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Menzies Completes LAX Pilot Program of Mullen Vans

NGT News

Mullen Automotive Inc., an electric vehicle manufacturer, closed a 60-day commercial EV pilot program for Class 1 EV cargo vans with Menzies Aviation and Loop Global Inc. at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Menzies operates in 250-plus airports in 58 countries, providing ground, air cargo and fuel services to commercial airports and airlines.

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How to Reduce the Impact of Supply Chain-Related Inflation in Logistics

MTS Logistics

The shipping industry is essential to the global economy, responsible for the transportation of goods between countries. It encompasses various modes of transportation, including sea, air, and land, and involves a wide range of businesses. The pandemic has disrupted global supply chains, leading to a surge in inflation across various sectors. The effects of inflation on the shipping industry were seen in several areas: higher fuel, increased transportation, labor and equipment costs.

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EPA Grants Waivers for Calif. Highway Emission Standards

NGT News

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is issuing a decision that grants two requests for waivers of preemption regarding four California Air Resource Board (CARB) regulations related to California’s heavy-duty vehicle and engine emission standards. Under the Clean Air Act, California is afforded broad discretion to adopt emissions requirements to meet its significant air quality […] The post EPA Grants Waivers for Calif.

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The Power of Outsourcing for Supply Chain Improvement

Logistics Bureau

Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain. However, I can’t recall writing a general guide about exploiting outsourcing opportunities to improve your supply chain. To date, most of our content has covered topics related either to logistics or manufacturing outsourcing.

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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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Ryder to Add BrightDrop’s Electric Vehicles to Lease and Rental Fleet

NGT News

Ryder System Inc., a provider of supply chain, transportation and fleet management solutions, says it will introduce 4,000 BrightDrop Zevo 600 and Zevo 400 electric vans to its lease and rental fleet through 2025, with the first 200 to be ordered this year. This underscores the company’s ongoing efforts to meet rising demand across the […] The post Ryder to Add BrightDrop’s Electric Vehicles to Lease and Rental Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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Top Talking Logistics Posts & Episodes – Plus Indago Highlights (Q1 2023)

Talking Logistics

The first quarter of 2023 is in the books. So, how are we doing overall in the supply chain and logistics industry? I guess it depends on who you ask. For shippers, the current environment from a rates and capacity standpoint is much more favorable than it has been the past two years. For carriers, Read more The post Top Talking Logistics Posts & Episodes – Plus Indago Highlights (Q1 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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How to boost profitability in challenging times: The 'extra load'

Overdrive Online

Releasing the new edition of Partners in Business at MATS, Overdrive and ATBS' seminar charted cost, revenue and income benchmarks for owner-operator attendees, offering strategies to boost short- and long-term profitability.

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Strengthening the Supply Chain in 2023: Is Sustainability a Solution to Disruption?

Supply Chain Brain

Practitioners in this field know that operating in a green manner will not only keep the planet sustainable, but also promote the long-term viability of the operation itself.

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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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How Automation Helps Mitigate Supply Chain Disruptions

Blue Grace Logistics

How Automation Helps Mitigate Supply Chain Disruptions Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - April 3, 2023 Automation is appearing in areas of business never seen before. Jason Lockard, SVP of managed logistics of BlueGrace Logistics, talks automation, disruption, labor shortage and other trends impacting shippers, live from ProMat.

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Watch: How Is the U.S.-China Relationship Impacting Global Supply Chains?

Supply Chain Brain

Per Hong, partner and core member of the strategic operations and transformation practice of Kearney, describes the many factors that are affecting the flow of trade with China.

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Alstef Acquires Solution Net Systems

Logistics Business Magazine

Global materials handling specialist Alstef Group has finalized the acquisition of Solution Net Systems LLC (SNS), a USA-based supplier of automated parcel handling systems and a trusted name in warehouse automation solutions. SNS designs and integrates configurable solutions for the e-commerce, food, pharmaceutical, postal, retail, third-party logistics and transportation, and distribution industries.

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The Role of Logistics Management in Optimizing Supply Chain Operations

Locus

All successful modern-day businesses rely on an efficient system of logistics management. This refers to planning, coordinating, and executing the flow and storage of goods and services, including activities such as transportation, inventory management, order processing, warehousing, packaging, and security. The global last-mile delivery market size is expected to reach $61.57 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 16.7% from 2019 to 2025.

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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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Mobile Scanning in a 3PL Warehouse Operation

Camelot 3PL Software

As the world continues to evolve and businesses become more efficient in their processes, mobile scanning has become an essential tool for warehouse management systems. This is especially true for third-party logistics (3PL) warehouses, who rely on accurate and timely information to manage their clients’ inventory and ensure timely delivery of goods.

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Realize Order and Delivery Excellence through the Fulfillment and Final-Mile Maturity Model

Supply Chain Brain

Please join us for a discussion on adapting broader supply chain maturity models to fulfillment and final-mile delivery for shippers to comfortably scale order execution and shipping to the delight of their customers and stakeholders.

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Why can Getir deliver within 10 minutes

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

The last mile food and grocery delivery industry is growing rapidly as the shift from brick-and-mortar shops to online shops occurs. Last-mile delivery is no longer just about getting goods from the warehouse to the consumer; it is about meeting the needs and experiences of the customer. Over the past few years, customer behaviour and expectations have changed and so has the way last mile delivery companies operate.

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Elokon Hires New Chief Operating Officer

Logistics Business Magazine

ELOKON, a leading provider of forklift telematics and safety systems, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Ute Filippone as the company’s new Chief Operating Officer. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, Ute Filippone brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team. Prior to joining ELOKON, Filippone served in executive roles at a leading, NASDAQ quoted, US company in our industry, where she oversaw operations of the company’s European subsidiaries and interna

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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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Airbus Targets A350 Wide-Body Sale on Macron’s China Trip

Supply Chain Brain

Adding wide-bodies would bolster China’s global tourism capacity as it emerges from a three-year freeze on international travel because of its COVID-19 border shutdown.

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Trimble Completes Transporeon Acquisition

Logistics Business Magazine

Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of Transporeon. As a leading cloud-based transportation management platform, Transporeon provides modular applications that power a global network for more than 150,000 carriers and 1,400 shippers and retailers with an integrated suite of best-in-class sourcing, planning, execution, monitoring and settlement tools.

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Shock OPEC+ Output Cuts to Hit Demand, Rates for Oil Tankers

Supply Chain Brain

The production cuts will probably lead to a real loss in supply and tighten global oil markets because those doing the cutting are largely pumping at their quotas.

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Swisslog to show Robotic Automation at LogiMAT

Logistics Business Magazine

Swisslog is set to make a big impression at LogiMAT 2023 in Stuttgart from April 25 to 27, with its latest innovations in robotic automation taking centre stage. Intralogistics specialist Swisslog will be showcasing flexible robotics and intelligent automation in action and demonstrating the power of its SynQ software platform and SAP EWM solutions.

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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

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Post-Pandemic Change Management: Don’t Let This Crisis Go to Waste

Supply Chain Brain

The pandemic’s impact was larger than any one facility could mitigate, which exposed flaws within individual company operations.

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Calls to Reform Plastic Packaging Tax

Logistics Business Magazine

Less than one in five of forecasted businesses have registered for the UK Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) since its launch in April 2022, casting doubts on the effectiveness of the levy and whether it is achieving its environmental goals. The low registration rate and “baffling qualifying criteria” has led to calls to thoroughly reform or completely scrap the tax.

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Retailers Plan to Change to Made-to-Fit Boxes for Home Delivery

Supply Chain Brain

The made-to-fit packaging addresses a major environmental issue in online shopping, and a cumbersome expense in shipping out orders.