Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2022

My recent conversations with the supply chain practitioners are dominated by supply chain risk — specifically geopolitical risks in light of the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. Even companies that serve markets and rely on supply chains that are not directly affected by the conflict are starting to feel the effects of the war. Some may have believed themselves to be immune at one point, but now their perspective is shifting.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

APRIL 7, 2022

The demands of online shoppers continue to accelerate. In addition to fast, free shipping, they now want an easy and efficient eCommerce returns process. In fact, 95% of online buyers say that how well a brand handles returns influences their decision to buy again.

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Logistics Matter

APRIL 7, 2022

The Does LogisticsMatter? Podcast is all about trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics. This episode features Herbert ten Have, CEO at Fyzir. In this episode, Herbert and I talk about robots in the warehouse, specifically picking robots. Herbert talks about the latest trends in robotics and dives deeper into what it takes to […].

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Shipsta

APRIL 7, 2022

The last few years in freight procurement have been some of the toughest in the sector’s history. But other areas of the logistic industry have thrived during this time. One sector in particular that’s exploded since 2020 is logistics tech (aka logtech).

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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.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 7, 2022

Artificial intelligence can predict future demand, improve automation and increase transportation efficiency, giving supply chain managers deeper insight and control over every aspect of the chain. But it's not a magic fix.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 7, 2022

Baseball season is finally here, and managers expect three things from their pitchers: the ball is delivered on time, in good condition (not hit out of the park) and in the right place (the strike zone). The same can be said for parcel and delivery companies. Customers expect packages to arrive on time, in good. Read more Great Routes Keep Drivers Satisfied and Customers Happy.

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Fleet Owner

APRIL 7, 2022

Created by the 2021 infrastructure law, the task force evaluates the financial impacts of commercial vehicle leases and develops future best practices. The agency is looking for trucking industry stakeholders to be part of the 10-person panel.

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Overdrive Online

APRIL 7, 2022

The 1973 White Compact features a number of custom additions, all of which were fabricated by owner George Phillips, but for the fenders. Phillips is based in Danville, Indiana.

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NGT News

APRIL 7, 2022

Mack Trucks recently introduced its Range Calculator for Electric Vehicles to help customers simulate real-world refuse collection routes. The information allows customers to plan and build routes for the Mack LR Electric truck based on many route-specific variables. It takes into account the battery capacity, refuse body application type, ambient temperature, terrain and the number […].

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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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Fleet Owner

APRIL 7, 2022

Many fleets are focusing on the road to zero—zero emissions, zero driver turnover and zero accidents. Join the conversation on how fleets can move forward on the road to zero during this free webinar from Nauto on April 28, 2022.

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NGT News

APRIL 7, 2022

Chase says it is piloting public fast electric vehicle charging stations across 50 of its U.S. branches beginning this summer, partnering with EVgo, which builds, owns and operates a network of public DC fast chargers. “We’re always listening and taking feedback from customers when it comes to the branch experience, and we know environmental sustainability […].

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 7, 2022

Shippers need to diversify their supply chains if they are to avoid bottlenecks in the future, says Coby Nilsson, chief executive officer of Enveyo.

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Shippeo

APRIL 7, 2022

We all love a good laugh; it brings us together and helps elevate any tension. That is why we use humor on a daily basis, when we are trying to strike a conversation, hook an audience, or even when we share funny cat videos with friends and family. But while it is there in all […]. The post Making Use of Humor in Writing: Why and How apareció primero en Kotobee Blog.

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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.

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RPA Labs

APRIL 7, 2022

Customer expectations have evolved drastically over the past few years, mainly due to continued pressure from e-commerce shipping and pandemic recovery efforts. Forbes echoed this position sharing, “For many businesses, chasing after the customers’ ever-changing behavior and expectations has led to a whole new focus of the business strategy, where services and customer experiences are now the battlegrounds for customer loyalty.”.

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Fleet Owner

APRIL 7, 2022

The 15 fully electric vehicles will go to five different FedEx Ground Operators in Southern California.

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Overdrive Online

APRIL 7, 2022

The Biden Administration last week announced plans to release up to 180 million barrels of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to help reduce prices. The impact, however, may not be seen at the pumps, according to fuel market analysts.

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Food Logistics

APRIL 7, 2022

By joining together, Hoosier and DCL will significantly expand its ability to serve customers across North America.

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LabelMaster

APRIL 7, 2022

If you’re transporting large format lithium batteries—like the ones for electric vehicles, solar power storage, data centers and other heavy-duty purposes—you’re going to need a large packaging solution. But if you start focusing on your packaging solution without doing the necessary intelligence work first, you could set yourself back weeks, or even months.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 7, 2022

Carousel , the European Critical Service Logistics specialist, has been awarded the Hall of Fame status as part of the global John Deere Achieving Excellence Program. Suppliers who participate in the Achieving Excellence Program are evaluated annually in several key performance categories, including quality, cost management, delivery, technical support and wavelength, which is a measure of responsiveness.

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FLS Transport

APRIL 7, 2022

The Top Headlines in Freight, Transportation, & Logistics from FLS Transport. The FLS Weekly Freight Report covers the week’s top news in logistics, transportation, shipping, and freight. This week’s report covers a snowstorm that pounded the northwest, emission fees being charged at LA ports, autonomous vehicle tire blowouts, the US National Freight Data Portal, and diesel tax cuts in Canada.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 7, 2022

Gaussin and Qatar Airways Cargo have successfully tested and commissioned the AMDT FULL ELEC automotive multi-directional transporter for air cargo pallets, with production under way for delivery in Q2 2022. This multi-directional transporter for airport cargo operations has been developed by Gaussin in close collaboration with Qatar Aviation Services Cargo, the cargo ground handling subsidiary of Qatar Airways Group.

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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.

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Locus

APRIL 7, 2022

It’s one thing delivering parcels on time in any country; it’s quite another delivering parcels on time in Japan. That’s because Japan’s standards for home delivery services are very high. Everything from delivery to returns, to exchanges, to customer care, even curbside or Buy Online Pick-up in Store (BOPIS) methods must be impeccable to keep the Japanese customers satisfied.

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MercuryGate

APRIL 7, 2022

U.S. transportation, shipping, and logistics often get ranked as one of the most risk-prone of all industries. Supply chain integration makes it easier to focus on logistics compliance throughout the entire network. The post Logistics Compliance: How to Manage Freight Process Risk with TMS appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 7, 2022

Four years since the last edition and after two years with no live shows, Sitma is back at Ipack Ima 2022, focusing on e-commerce packaging and introducing its latest innovation, e-Wrap Paper. Ipack Ima, a partner of Intralogistica Italia, is the starting point in the road map of in-person events confirmed for 2022 by Sitma. This will be followed by LogiMAT in Germany and Logis Tech in Japan.

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Penske Move Ahead

APRIL 7, 2022

Penske Truck Leasing proudly supports the TechForce Foundation , an organization with a mission to champion students to and through their education and into careers as professional technicians. In its fourth year, the TechForce FutureTechs Rock Awards program is accepting nominations. The prestigious award program honors aspiring technicians and recognizes those students with a promising future in the transportation industry.

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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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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 7, 2022

As well as ARNY ( pictured ), its new driverless counterbalanced forklift AGV, DS Automotion will showcase revolutionary software innovations in hall 2, booth D04, of the Stuttgart LogiMAT 2022 show. The new ARCOS vehicle software enables premium manufacturers’ AGVs to navigate fully autonomously. With plannable degrees of autonomy, the extended DS NAVIOS AGV control software achieves a fine balance between greater freedom for more flexible applications and the high levels of reliability and eff

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GoShip Blog

APRIL 7, 2022

Since the pandemic began, logistics and transportation have been the catch-22 of all business ventures. The rise of small businesses started as a means to earn as everyone stayed home in quarantine. Product-centric companies were less able to deliver goods to customers. While it remains tricky, there are ways to familiarize yourself with its traditional customs and the new normal.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 7, 2022

Shypple has launched the first digital forwarder platform for perishables. With this platform, Shypple addresses the specific needs of shippers of perishables. It offers a fast, reliable and efficient solution for products where flexible and fast shipping is a necessity. The platform will be live in Q2 2022 and available to Shypple users. In the perishables market, freight forwarding relies heavily on Excel spreadsheets, emails, phone calls and other error-prone methods of managing the supply ch

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