Thu.May 09, 2019

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3 Technologies to Improve Warehouse Efficiency

Cyzerg

Warehouse efficiency remains one of the most important strategic goals and differentiators for logistics organizations. The reason is simple: without an efficient warehouse operation, the business is forced to increase its workforce in order to maintain high levels of service. But while adding additional employees might help the company keep up with demand, doing so often results in the erosion of profit margins, which results in a less profitable company and a warehouse operation that is more p

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Driver training a key in better fuel efficiency

Fleet Owner

Younger or less-experienced drivers usually achieve higher fuel economy when paired with an experienced driver, compared with driving solo.

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Gartner: Supply chain blockchain pilots stalling because of technology immaturity | Supply Chain Dive

Supply Chain and Logistics

Matt Leonard @Matt_Lnrd has summarized Gartner’s survey in this article, which seems to indicate more clearly that blockchain is a solution chasing problems.

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FMCSA grants Groendyke exemption for brake-actuated, pulsing lamp

Fleet Owner

Groendyke Transport, of Enid OK, recently was granted a limited five-year exemption to allow use of an amber brake-activated pulsating lamp on its trailers in addition to the steady-burning brake lamps required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Reg

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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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High Job Satisfaction Among Supply Chain Professionals

Material Handling and Logistics

A new study shows 82% of supply chain professionals said they are likely to stay working in the supply chain field for the next five years.

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Best Forklifts of 2019 Awards

Material Handling and Logistics

A look at the winners of the industry's annual awards honoring innovative and technical merit in forklift and warehouse technology.

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Clean Energy cites natural gas progress with financing plan, 'Redeem' RNG

Fleet Owner

Company says natural gas vehicles have the cleanest emissions profile available today.

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2019 Technology Roundtable: Are we ready for what’s next?

Logistics Management

The pace at which we need to apply our logistics and supply chain management decision-making skills is quickening—and it won’t slow down any time soon. Four of our top technology sources offer their perspective on tools that will help us keep up now and in the future.

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Health Check Your Supply Chain for Inefficiencies

Talking Logistics

Even in 2019 many companies still underestimate the importance of their global supply chain and above all, how their logistics and supply chain performance can beneficially impact their marketing, ultimately leading to healthier financial results. Depending on your industry sector, transportation and logistics costs (as a percentage of sales) may range up to 14% or even higher for companies with an inefficient or outdated logistics set-up.

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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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Transportation Best Practices/Trends: Make me a match

Logistics Management

The truck-as-a-service market is set to hit $52 billion by 2025. Here’s what shippers need to know about this innovative, digital transportation strategy.

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Supply Chain Risk Management

Material Handling and Logistics

Avetta has launched Connect, a technology platform that manages supply chain risk with customized analytics presented in a visual dashboard to improve safety and compliance.

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How To Maximize the Value of Your Managed Transportation Services Partnership

Logistics Viewpoints

Managed Transportation Services (MTS) are being increasingly embraced by shippers, and with good reason: studies have shown that shippers can reduce costs, create visibility and drive efficiencies when they partner with an MTS solutions provider. A 2016 study by ARC Advisory Group indicated that 32 percent of respondents reported savings of 12 percent or more, a dramatic increase over the prior study in which only 9 percent of respondents reported a savings of 12 percent […].

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Wind Point Partners acquires A&R Logistics

Fleet Owner

Wind Point Partners, a Chicago?based private equity firm, announced May 7 that it has acquired A&R Logistics.

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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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House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure approves Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund bill

Logistics Management

A financial mechanism that would allocate billions of dollars in already-collected fees targeted to maintain United States-based federal ports and harbors, to be put into use, may be seeing some positive movement towards that goal based on legislation recently introduced and approved by a key House committee.

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How Mitigation Strategies Help Global Retailers Offset Supply Chain Shortages

Morai Logistics

Organizations within the retail industry should implement mitigation strategies into their supply chain to offset potential risks such as supply shortages. In a press release published by Air Cargo News, global retail leader, Adidas, ‘ turns to airfreight to mitigate supply chain shortages ’. Reports from the first quarter showed that product shortages had impacted revenue.

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Appeals Court Reviews California Contractor Case

Material Handling and Logistics

Bill advances to codify state Supreme Court ruling that endangers existence of independent contractors.

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[WEBINAR] Market Trends and the Case for Adding Parcel Shipping to your Freight TMS

GlobalTranz

Fill out the Form Below to Register for the Webinar [PODCAST] How Freight Shippers Can Effectively Ship Parcel & Go “Omni-Modal” Click to Listen Cerasis invites you to register for the “Market Trends and the Case for Adding Parcel Shipping to your Freight TMS” Webinar on May 23rd, 2018 a 12 PM CST. In this 45-minute.read More. The post [WEBINAR] Market Trends and the Case for Adding Parcel Shipping to your Freight TMS appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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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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VMI Solution

Material Handling and Logistics

PathGuide Technologies has introduced Advanced Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), a solution which runs independently outside of the warehouse for a distributor’s customers.

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4 best marketing tools for small business

LoGo

Starting a business is not an easy task. The overcrowded market and all the successful companies already operating in your segment can be a big concern, not to mention the number of skills you need to master in order to stand out from the competition. Fortunately, there are some simple tools that can help your […]. O post 4 best marketing tools for small business apareceu primeiro em Blog LoGo.

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Retail Imports Rising Ahead of Expected Higher Tariffs

Material Handling and Logistics

Tariff increases and new tariffs will mean higher costs for U.S. businesses, higher prices for American consumers and lost jobs for many American workers.

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Port Tracker report points to import growth with tariff hikes expected

Logistics Management

The theme of tariffs influencing increased import activity at United States-based retail container ports, coupled with rising retail sales, remains fully intact with according to the Port Tracker report, which was released today by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and maritime consultancy Hackett Associates.

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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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Supply Chain Finance: Trends, Challenges and Questions for 2019

Supply Chain Brain

There are trillions of dollars’ worth of unmet needs in the market for supply chain finance.

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[WHITE PAPER] Inbound Freight Costs: How Gaining Visibility Achieves Bottom Line Savings

GlobalTranz

Fill out the Form Below to Get a Free Copy of the White Paper to Your Inbox! Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “Inbound Freight Costs: How Gaining Visibility Achieves Bottom Line Savings” white paper! This is a must read for those in the manufacturing industry.read More. The post [WHITE PAPER] Inbound Freight Costs: How Gaining Visibility Achieves Bottom Line Savings appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Ce

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Are You Happy (logistically speaking)?

Kane is Able

In logistics, we measure just about everything. If it moves, we measure how fast. If it sits, we measure how long. If it costs money, we measure how much. But do we ever measure happy ? Not often, if at all. And that’s too bad. Happy is an under-rated metric.

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5 Key Criteria for Evaluating a Food-Grade Carrier

West Coast and California Logistics

If your company produces or markets food and beverage products, the safety and integrity of those products mean everything to your business. It’s ill-advised then to entrust key components of your supply chain to just any 3PL. With product safety and integrity in mind, we examined 5 things to look for in a food warehousing provider in our previous blog post.

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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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California ports remain resilient: calm before the storm?

Logistics Management

On the eve of threatened tariff increases, all three major ocean cargo gateways in California are reporting record container throughput numbers for April.

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Oil-free Drum Motor

Material Handling and Logistics

Interroll has introduced an oil-free drum motor now based on the Interroll Drum Motor Platform.

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Sustainable Food Supply Chains: Making Sure Everybody Eats

Logistics Management

A recipe for an efficient, responsive and sustainable food supply chain