Mon.Nov 13, 2023

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The Ultimate Guide to Order Processing and How to Improve It

Cyzerg

Order processing is critical to warehouse operations and is the backbone of customer satisfaction and business success. In this comprehensive guide, we'll cover the best practices and performance metrics to help streamline your operations. Every step is essential, from capturing incoming orders to fulfillment and delivery. Implementing the right strategies and metrics can improve accuracy, reduce errors, and increase customer satisfaction.

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Inside the Shipper Mind with Jim Bierfeldt

The Logistics of Logistics

Jim Bierfeldt and Joe Lynch discuss what’s inside the shipper mind. Jim is the Founder and President of Logistics Marketing Advisors, a full-service marketing agency exclusively focused on helping logistics businesses drive profitable growth. About Jim Bierfeldt Jim Bierfeldt is the Founder and President of Logistics Marketing Advisors. Jim has had a 35-year career in marketing and communications, including 25+ within the logistics industry.

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Flatbed spot rate APIs now available

FreightWaves SONAR

At the F3: Future of Freight Festival in Chattanooga, Tennessee, last week, FreightWaves Chief Data and Technology Officer Daniel Pickett announced the release of flatbed spot rates via API. FreightWaves publishes daily flatbed spot rates from key market area to key market area based on transactional data provided by the largest transportation and logistics providers in the United States.

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Watch: Building Environmental Sustainability in Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Jagadish Turimella, chief operating officer and co-founder of GEP, offers some best practices that companies can adopt for ensuring that their supply chains are prioritizing sustainability.

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7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

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DDA Transport Begins Adopting Propane Autogas Trucks

NGT News

DDA Transport, a USPS mail contractor based in Londonderry, N.H., has added six propane-fueled straight trucks to its fleet. The Ford trucks are powered by ROUSH CleanTech propane autogas technology. “As a supplier to the US Postal Service, we are continually striving to find ways to protect the environment through sustainability efforts,” says Dwayne Andreasen, […] The post DDA Transport Begins Adopting Propane Autogas Trucks appeared first on NGT News.

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Industry Outlook: Manufacturing Trends

Trinity Logistics

Many of today’s manufacturing trends are in line with the industry’s goals to improve processes, create more efficiency, and meet consumer demand. The manufacturing industry has seen challenges, from changes in the way people work to the rapid growth in demand, with many of these challenges accelerated by the recent covid-19 pandemic. So, what evolutions and challenges are the manufacturing industry currently facing?

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Logistics Automation Expo 2024: Pioneering the Future of Logistics Technology

Supply Chain Brain

Gear up for the ultimate convergence of innovation at the Logistics Automation Expo 2024, scheduled for July 10-12, 2024, at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC)

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Another Cyberattack Hits a Major Shipping Company, This Time in Australia

MTS Logistics

Another cyberattack has shook the shipping industry this week with a targeted attack taking place in the Australian shipping market. DP World, a leading global port operator, was attacked on Friday, November 10th. As a result, the company is now facing a container backlog and general delays across major ports in Australia. Friday morning, DP World was hit by cybercriminals, who brought down company operations by triggering a system shutdown.

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How Crowd-Sourced Delivery Can Help Online Shoppers Get Their Purchases Same-Day

Supply Chain Brain

Customers’ expectations for delivery are always moving toward freer and faster, and for retailers, it can feel like the goalposts are constantly moving. Crowd-sourced delivery can help.

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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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Keeping drivers means offering more than health insurance coverage

Commercial Carrier Journal

With an average life expectancy 16 years lower than the national average, drivers are understandably concerned about their health.

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UAW Pushes for Workers at Honda, Subaru to Join Union

Supply Chain Brain

In addition to Asia-based automakers such as Honda and Toyota, electric-vehicle leader Tesla is also a potential target for a UAW organizing campaign.

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Navigating the Future: CLX Logistics’ Data-Driven Supply Chain Wisdom

CLX Logistics

Featuring Dale Mcclung VP of Supply Chain Services In a recent episode of the Supply Chain Now Podcast, CLX Logistics’ Dale Mcclung unveiled profound insights into the evolving realm of supply chain management. The podcast, titled “Navigating the Future: Data-Driven Supply Chain,” served as a platform for CLX Logistics to underscore the pivotal role of data in shaping the future of supply chain operations.

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How to Leverage Low-Code Software to Streamline Your Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Brain

Low-code platforms emerge as indispensable allies for supply chain teams in the quest for heightened efficiency and effectiveness.

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Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes with the Power of Generative AI

Generative AI goes beyond just automating tasks and providing real-time answers. Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? In this whitepaper — Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes With the Power of Generative AI — experts reveal how the strategic application of generative AI within procurement processes is paving the way for groundbreaking improvements.

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The big picture of driver wellness includes mental health

Commercial Carrier Journal

According to recent studies, investing $1 in a wellness program can yield $6 in saved healthcare costs.

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Exxon Aims to Produce Lithium in Rare Foray From Fossil Fuel

Supply Chain Brain

The project would help Exxon mitigate losses from the expected reduction in gasoline and diesel demand over the coming decades.

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Small fleets find a way through 2023 freight/rates downturn

Overdrive Online

Overdrive's 2023 Small Fleet Champs and finalists are poised to make it through a rough freight economy with moves made in preparation for tough times. Gain insights via this edition of Overdrive Radio, a roundtable on building business for stability.

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Flagship Logistics and Supply Chain Event - ALMAC Returns

Supply Chain Brain

Attendees develop a new paradigm for Future-proofing Supply Chains: Diversification, Decarbonisation, Digitalisation

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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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Fleets have a role in driver health and wellness

Commercial Carrier Journal

Driver health impacts a fleet's insurance premiums.

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U.S. Asks About 100 Tankers in Russia Oil Cap Violations Probe

Supply Chain Brain

The U.S. Treasury recently imposed its first sanctions on companies accused of violating an oil price cap.

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NEXT DC gets Rail Guided Vehicles

Logistics Business Magazine

The global clothing and home products retailer, NEXT, has modernized its supply chain operations by joining forces with Körber Supply Chain. After a successful partnership through ten years, a nearly 2-kilometer Rail Guided Vehicles (RGVs) track will now ensure seamless transportation of products between two warehouses in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, UK.

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Royal Mail Fined by U.K. Regulator for Missing Delivery Targets

Supply Chain Brain

The company delivered more than a quarter of first-class post late, with only 74% arriving on time in the 2022-23 financial year, far below its statutory target of 93%.

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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 Now Producing All-Electric Commercial Vehicles

NGT News

Canoo Inc. says its first Lifestyle Delivery Vehicle (LDV) all-electric vehicle has rolled off the assembly line, marking the start of the company’s phased-ramp manufacturing in Oklahoma and its shipment of LDV models to customers. We want our vehicles to provide service to Oklahomans who have been our partners through this journey. The Canoo LDV […] The post Canoo Now Producing All-Electric Commercial Vehicles appeared first on NGT News.

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Smart Delivery Expo 2024: Revolutionizing the Future of Delivery and Retail

Supply Chain Brain

Get ready for a groundbreaking convergence of innovation at the Smart Delivery Expo, set to take place on March 21-22, 2024, at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC)

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3PL Sees Bright Future After Acquisition

Logistics Business Magazine

Kammac Ltd has been acquired by the Elanders group, a Swedish stock market listed business which offers global supply chain management solutions. Elanders operates in 20+ countries around the world and employs more than 7000 people. Paul Kamel, the owner and founder of Kammac Ltd agreed to sell the business after a sales process that attracted interest from several parties.

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Cold Chain Exhibition 2024: Unveiling the Future of Refrigeration and Temperature Controlled Logistics in Asia

Supply Chain Brain

Prepare to embark on a journey of innovation and exploration at the Cold Chain Exhibition 2024, set to take place on July 10-12, 2024, at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC).

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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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Connected Trucks: Digitalisation and Interconnection

Logistics Business Magazine

Jungheinrich is connecting its fleet by equipping all its new trucks with telemetry units as standard. This enables customers easy access to the Jungheinrich Fleet Management System (FMS), starting with the entry level Starter Kit. Jungheinrich is continuing to drive forward the digitalisation and networking of intralogistics by equipping all newly ordered trucks produced in its European plants with telemetry units as standard.

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Penske Truck Leasing Once Again Listed Among Top Military-Friendly Employers

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Truck Leasing has earned placement on the VIQTORY 2024 Top Military-Friendly Employers list , in the over $5 billion category. VIQTORY is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business that produces publications like Military Spouse and G.I. Jobs magazines. Institutions earning the Military-Friendly Employer designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey.

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Mini Air Paper Cushion Inflating System

Logistics Business Magazine

Kite Packaging, known for its award-winning and eco-conscious packaging solutions, is launching a paper air cushion inflating and dispensing system. Designed to produce air cushions on demand, this compact plug-and-play system integrates seamlessly into existing packaging set ups and requires very little storage space. By automating packaging production, Mini Air Paper packs 100-400 parcels per machine every day, enhancing productivity and increasing order fulfilment while maintaining a commitme