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Transform Your Delivery Process with Locus’ Automated Tracking System

Locus

It’s human nature to want to know the exact whereabouts of something that’s expected to reach them, whether it’s a person or goods. Nowadays, modern shoppers demand transparency throughout the entire purchase process in real time, from the moment they place their order online until it arrives at their doorstep. Studies have shown that 51% of online shoppers desire real-time updates on their order’s status, and 93% want to receive proactive updates, as it gives them a sens

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7 Key Considerations for Warehouse Network Design

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

When it comes to warehouse network design, there was a time when the top question for the people managing warehouse location searches was “Would I like to visit this location?” But those days are long gone says Jeff Haushalter of leading supply chain design and engineering firm, Chicago Consulting. These days warehouse network design decisions are data-driven and carefully and continuously analyzed.

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While details are scant, PMA and ILWU signal labor negotiations are ongoing

Logistics Management

PMA and ILWU said that talks are continuing on an ongoing basis until an agreement is reached and they “remain hopeful of reaching a deal soon.

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Innovations to Supply Chain and Logistics: Where Are They Happening?

Supply Chain Brain

Descartes studied 1,000 supply chain and logistics executives in North America and Europe, to determine where they’re placing their innovation emphasis and technology deployment focus.

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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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Wyoming I-80 closed again: Road crews face nightmare situation

Overdrive Online

Wyoming's road crews, and the drivers stuck in a relentless series of snow drifts, find themselves between a rock and a hard place as workers spend up to 13 hours to clear a road that might not be usable for more than two hours.

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ATA and U.S. Chamber of Commerce commend FHWA on revised infrastructure funding memo

Logistics Management

A pair of key Washington, D.C.-based organizations—the American Trucking Associations (ATA) and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce—gave positive feedback on a revised memo issued by the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) framework focused on how states utilize funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, or BIL).

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The role of women in manufacturing

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

A segment of the workforce that will help close the skills gap and talent shortage in manufacturing are women. Women pursuing careers in STEM and specifically manufacturing are imperative to the economic growth we desire and expect. A manufacturing report done by Deloitte  looking at the foundation for America’s success indicates that of the top drivers of global competitiveness for manufacturing, the number one driver is talent.

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Volvo Trucks Introduces Connected Vehicle Analytics Tool

NGT News

Volvo Trucks North America has debuted a new connected technology tool for its dealers to help fleet customers maximize both fuel efficiency and vehicle productivity. The Connected Vehicle Analytics (CVA) tool collects real-world data from fleet operations – including current truck configurations, daily routes, average speed and fuel efficiency – to enable dealers to recommend […] The post Volvo Trucks Introduces Connected Vehicle Analytics Tool appeared first on NGT News.

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In a Tight Labor Market, Growing DCs Choose Robotics

Supply Chain Brain

Warehouse automation is gaining traction among operators of manual distribution and fulfillment centers amid demand pressures, customer expectations driving e-commerce, workforce churn and shortages, and an emerging mix of larger and more complex facilities catering to last-mile delivery.

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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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Solar Transport's improved workflows slashes delivery errors

Commercial Carrier Journal

The fuel hauler has also experienced a significant reduction in driver turnover and an increase in capacity with the use of a customized mobile app created through Motorcity Systems.

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Linking WMS and TMS for Smoother Operations

Supply Chain Brain

How do you scale operations up and down without risking inefficiencies that threaten the very core of your business? An important part of the answer lies in the deployment of smart technology.

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Types of Shipping Containers

3PL Insights

Containers play an integral role in shipping goods around the world. Ocean freight is the most cost-effective form of shipping goods so when ordering products from overseas they will most likely arrive in a container. There are many shipping containers that serve different purposes. We have created a list of the top 14 most common shipping containers to help you find the most suitable container for your shipping needs. 1) 10’, 20’, and 40’ Dry Storage Containers These are some of the most common

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Revolutionising Logistics 3 Words at a Time

Logistics Business Magazine

Global location company what3words will be exhibiting at the Retail Supply Chain and Logistics Expo in London from the 28th February to the 1st March. Adoption of the technology in the logistics and e-commerce industry is growing at pace, and the technology is playing a crucial role in helping to tackle the inefficiencies that are caused by inaccurate addressing.

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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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Five Strategies to Accelerate Warehouse ROI

Supply Chain Brain

Continuing supply chain threats and opportunities are the new normal. But s ome of these disruptions will also present opportunities for growth for those who are ready, willing and able to act.

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Path to Robotic Automation for High-bay Storage

Logistics Business Magazine

BALYO, the company that specializes in transforming standard forklifts into driverless robots, will be attending ProMat 2023. Robotic experts will be on-hand to discuss BALYO’s full line of driverless forklift vehicles that are helping companies scale up as opposed to out, and showcase tools that simplify the shift from manual to autonomous materials handling.

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Five Strategies for Improving Warehouse Worker Retention

Supply Chain Brain

The COVID-19 pandemic has been one of the complicating factors that’s hampering warehouse worker retention, but it’s certainly not the only thing that’s made this quest even more challenging.

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Low-lift Pallet Truck Helper

Logistics Business Magazine

Clark has launched a new low-lift pallet truck for light transport tasks. The vehicle with the model designation LWio15 has a load capacity of 1500 kg and is suitable for short distances in goods distribution, production or in the warehouse. The vehicle is equipped with a long-lasting and powerful Li-Ion battery, which makes the LWio15 a reliable helper in industry, trade and logistics.

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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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The UFLPA: Your Apparel & Textiles Supply Chain Business Impacts & Risk Management

Supply Chain Brain

This eBook explains what can happen to your shipment under the UFLPA – detention, release, or exclusion and seizure, how to minimize the risk of detention, and the challenges with existing approaches.

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ShipMonk Ranks High Once Again on Inc. Regionals’ List of Fastest-Growing Companies

Ship Monk

It’s a great day at ShipMonk, particularly in the southeast. We’re privileged to announce our company has just been ranked No. 90 on the Inc. Regionals 2023 Southeast list of fastest-growing private companies in North America. Every year Inc. 5000 highlights businesses across all industries that shine in terms of sustainable development and growth. Recognition is categorized based on geographic location within the United States.

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The 5 Catalyst for Automation Transformation in Manufacturing and Distribution – Topic 1: Labor Shortage

Supply Chain Brain

Variable market conditions and a continuously shrinking workforce have drastically crippled supply chains in recent years. Automation is the only viable option for companies looking to address labor shortages and optimize operations during times of peak demand.

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5 Things to Look for in a Food Grade Warehouse

Kanban Logistics

Food products require special care and handling across the entire supply chain. Add the complexities of compliance to the equation – whether regulatory compliance such as the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) or compliance related to strict manufacturer requirements – and the situation becomes even more challenging. Finding the right food-grade warehouse provider for storage and distribution is an important task that shouldn’t be taken lightly.

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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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Credit Suisse ‘Seriously Breached’ Rules in Greensill Case

Supply Chain Brain

The Swiss bank was ordered to take remedial measures by Finma, which include a periodic executive board level-review of the most important business relationships for counter-party risks.

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Shelf Life Management

Camelot 3PL Software

It’s pretty well known that food retailers have limits on how close to an expiration date they can accept products to be sold. As a supply chain partner, it’s our job to enforce these rules to ensure food safety throughout the supply chain. 3PLs manage many goods with short shelf lives and they must ensure they are rotating stock in proper FEFO order (first expiry, first out) while also avoiding shipping products that are nearing their expiration date, or have already expired.

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Dynamic Rulesets and the Advantages of Workflow Automation

MercuryGate

Leveraging dynamic rulesets within our MercuryGate TMS supports growth and scalability. This workflow automation technology empowers organizations to overcome real-world supply chain challenges from the first to the final mile across all modes. The post Dynamic Rulesets and the Advantages of Workflow Automation appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Consumer Packaged Goods: How CPG Shipping Works

GoShip Blog

As one of the most shipped items through LTL shipping, consumer packaged goods (CPG) continue to set the standard for freight services offered worldwide. CPG is common to transport, but there are still conditions that need to be met by the client and their LTL providers to ensure a successful pickup and delivery. In this article, we will get to know Consumer Packaged Goods, the types of CPGs available, and the types of packaging you will need if you also plan on transporting CPGs via freight se

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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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Watch: Solving Retail Returns: It's About Profit, Not Cost

Supply Chain Brain

Retailers should change their mindset to view returns as a profit center, not a burdensome cost, says Itamar Zur, co-founder and chief executive officer of Veho.

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Editor’s Choice: How an OMS Provides a Competitive Advantage

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article is from Natalie Walkley, Director of Product Marketing OMS at Koerber. Despite becoming commonplace in commerce in recent years, companies have yet to unlock the full competitive advantage an Order Management System (OMS) can bring to their operations.

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Chinese Factories Boom While Japan's are in Reverse

Supply Chain Brain

Japan faces a global slowdown, the soaring cost of raw materials and calls for firms to raise wages for their workers to help ease a cost-of-living crisis.