Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MARCH 28, 2019
When fulfillment professionals say Phoenix is a hot market , they’re not exaggerating. Over the years, the city has become one of the country’s most reliable and reasonably priced logistics venues thanks to advantages such as extensive transportation connectivity, easy delivery access, and the low cost of doing business there.
Fleet Owner
MARCH 28, 2019
UPS, in collaboration with Matternet, delivered medical samples via unmanned drones in North Carolina this week.
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Material Handling and Logistics
MARCH 28, 2019
U.S. imports of goods from Mexico surged 10% to almost $350 billion last year, the fastest growth in seven years.
Fleet Owner
MARCH 28, 2019
Intelligent Imaging Systems (IIS) delivers parking availability in Ohio.
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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.
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 28, 2019
The asset management needs for carriers can be both varied and complex. And these needs can differ depending on the type of carrier. Local and regional delivery companies’ requirements can be very different from that of over-the-road equipment. This often means that trucks, tractors, trailers, vans, and other equipment must be spec’d and maintained differently, depending on application, which poses unique challenges for enterprise asset management (EAM) and other asset management systems.
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Logistics Management
MARCH 28, 2019
Non asset-based third-party logistics services provider Transplace said this week it plans to build a new Rogers, Ark.-based operations center, with a focus on supporting company growth and technology investment to meet its customers’ supply chain needs. Transplace officials said that this state-of-the-art center, called the Transplace Center of Excellence, will spur the company’s plans to add several hundred employees in the coming years, as well as augment its technology and logistics services
Fleet Owner
MARCH 28, 2019
Gorilla Safety announced the release of Gorilla Fleet Intelligence 3.0, which the company said includes an overhauled user interface, easier functionality and new features.
Talking Logistics
MARCH 28, 2019
Demand and supply are the most powerful forces in most of our lives. Demand for our products drives up our need to supply them to customers. But as we try to flow more products through the supply chain, what happens when the existing infrastructure can’t keep up with the growing demand? A Shipment Stuck at Port. This conundrum struck me recently as I watched an ocean shipment spend as much time at a port as it did on the water.
Fleet Owner
MARCH 28, 2019
Phillips Connect Technologies (PCT) demonstrated the capabilities of its new TrailerNet, ChassisNet, and ContainerNet transportation technology platforms during the the Technology & Maintenance Council’s annual meeting in Atlanta last week.
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
PINC
MARCH 28, 2019
As markets demand not only efficiency but agility and flexibility from supply chains, next-generation models are successfully combining robotics, automation, and digital technologies to drive superior performance.
Commercial Carrier Journal
MARCH 28, 2019
The clock continues to tick on the nation’s crumbling infrastructure. If legislators miss this new window of opportunity for major infrastructure funding legislation, and if the rancor that ensued over the recent border wall stalemate and subsequent government shutdown is any indication of how the current crop of lawmakers will act on future big-ticket budget items, it could again be years before the issue finally is addressed.
Fleet Owner
MARCH 28, 2019
With WABCO, ZF looks to form the world’s leading integrated systems provider for commercial vehicle technology as race for autonomous vehicles heats up.
West Coast and California Logistics
MARCH 28, 2019
California may be the Golden State, but its green initiatives are the most far-reaching in the U.S. The state has a host of agencies and regulations whose aim is to substantially reduce greenhouse gases and other emissions. At the heart of these efforts is the California Truck and Bus Regulation, which seeks to reduce emissions from heavy trucks and buses.
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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.
Shipchain
MARCH 28, 2019
Dear Community, After over a year of round-the-clock development, we officially launched our state of the art platform in January 2019 , and now, we’re ready to take on the industry. We are so excited to have you along for the ride and wanted to give you an update on what we’ve been working on since the launch and what we have planned for the rest of the year.
Fleet Owner
MARCH 28, 2019
In statement, Lipsey Trucking announces new management.
United World Transporation
MARCH 28, 2019
Did you know that driver fatigue and tiredness causes 13% of all large truck crashes? Not only is driving when you’re tired dangerous (especially in a huge truck) but it will inevitably start to negatively affect your mood and morale over time. As a result, here we have compiled 6 tips to help you get a good night’s sleep before embarking on a long journey. 1.
GlobalTranz
MARCH 28, 2019
Growing e-commerce fulfillment demands and costs have collided to bring about an uptick in average 3PL fulfillment prices within the outsourced fulfillment industry, as was evidenced by FulfillmentCompanies.net’s annual poll of 500+ warehouses across the US. Each year, the online fulfillment match-making service surveys their network of 3PL companies to gauge the industry’s average costs.read More.
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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.
LandLink
MARCH 28, 2019
From expedited transportation services to shipping technology integration, 2019 is shaping up to be a year in which shippers evolve to meet the growing demands of both B2B and B2C sales. To help transportation managers cope with the changing appetites of a growing demographic we'll take a look at some developing supply chain trends in 2019.
Logistics Management
MARCH 28, 2019
A close eye on Amazon's current and next moves and adjusting last mile strategies are major cogs to supply chain success.
Logistics Manager
MARCH 28, 2019
Tigers has announced that they will be a launch customer for a new instant freight rate quote engine developed by tech start up Doozee. The new tool will be available to Tigers’ extensive international agent network and will be hosted on the Tigers SmartHub:Connect portal following the release of future versions of Doozee. Doozee will then allow customers to access live quotes between all Tigers locations globally, and to customize the service they receive through SmartHub:Connect.
CLX Logistics
MARCH 28, 2019
A freight broker is very different from a third-party logistics (3PL) provider that offers freight brokerage services. In more ways than one, a 3PL can offer a speedier and more reliable route for solving urgent shipping issues than a broker and support you through a trusted network of high-quality carriers. Understanding the difference between 3PL freight brokerage services and freight broker services will help you make a more educated choice when you need something shipped fast.
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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.
Logistics at MPEPS at UPV
MARCH 28, 2019
Key words: Internactional comercial, Warehousing, Inventory, Customer-based, Servution System. Distribution of network is about knowing what is service and what is the know-how. The whole logistic supply chain is serving around targeted customers or the end users’ need by finding out features which could impact customers purchase behaviours.The marketers are supposed to keep it in their mind firstly.
World Food Programme Logistics
MARCH 28, 2019
Winds of hope in southern Madagascar WFP provides life-saving cash assistance to people in southern Madagascar whose crops and livelihoods were destroyed by prolonged drought “We leave the village very early in the morning to go fetch water. Sometimes, we need to get up at 3 a.m. if we want to bring back one or two buckets,” Kalea says. A prolonged dry spell has turned the Laniry river into a vast desert.
Penske Move Ahead
MARCH 28, 2019
Each year, hot dogs and peanuts – classic staples of Americana – take center stage at festive celebrations such as family gatherings, holidays and even “Opening Day” baseball games. On the open road, the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile and Planters NUTmobile – iconic experiential marketing vehicles – visit communities large and small to promote the virtues of hot dogs and peanuts.
World Food Programme Logistics
MARCH 28, 2019
World Food Programme (WFP) photos show impact of?—?and response to?—?worst climate-related disaster to hit Mozambique this millennium Photos: WFP/Marco Frattini Up to 1.85 million people were caught in the deadly path of Cyclone Idai, which made landfall on the coast of Mozambique on the night of 14 March. Photos: Clockwise, (1) WFP/Photolibrary; (2) WFP/Marco Frattini; (3) WFP/Déborah Nguyen Entire communities have been cut off by the flooding, which washed away roads and bridges, destroyed hom
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
Logistics Business Magazine
MARCH 28, 2019
As 2018 ended, the Transported Asset Protection Association announced a five year high of cargo crime incidents resulting in losses of €6.8 million in just 30 days. The Netherlands reported 46 thefts in November 2018, accounting for 15.1% of the global cargo crimes in the month. As this worrying trend is set to continue, attention is turning toward the most vulnerable links of the supply chain – warehouses and distribution centres.
247 Customs Broker
MARCH 28, 2019
Volkswagen and Amazon Web Services Highlights Volkswagen Industrial Cloud will combine data of all machines, plants, and systems from all the facilities of the Volkswagen Group Significant productivity improvements at the plants are the objective Integration of the global Volkswagen supply chain in Industrial Cloud in the long-term – more than 30,000 locations of over […].
Logistics Business Magazine
MARCH 28, 2019
Sitma Machinery, a company from Spilamberto (Italy) specializing in the design and construction of machines, systems and complete lines for the Packaging, Post-Press, DM/Transpromo and e-Logistics sectors, is strengthening its commitment to eco-sustainable technologies. In recent years, Sitma has invested heavily in finding a packaging alternative to traditional thermoplastic materials, and has been developing a solution that can reconcile sustainability, production costs and mechanical performa
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