Wed.May 31, 2023

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What Dominates the Transportation Management Agenda in 2023?

Talking Logistics

Transportation executives have always been tasked with developing annual strategies and execution plans. And since the transportation market is cyclical, with swings in demand and capacity, every year presents new challenges. 2023 is no exception. The difference now, however, is that CEOs and CFOs are more interested in what’s happening in the market due to.

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Overcoming Last Mile Hurdles with Luke Denny

The Logistics of Logistics

Luke Denny and Joe Lynch discuss overcoming last mile hurdles. Luke is the Co-Founder and CEO of FRAYT Technologies, a last-mile on-demand delivery and logistics technology company. About Luke Denny Luke Denny is a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader with extensive experience in software and supply chain logistics. He is currently the Co-Founder and CEO of FRAYT Technologies, a last-mile delivery platform.

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Manhattan Associates Momentum 2023 Conference

Logistics Viewpoints

Manhattan Associates hosted its annual user conference, Manhattan Momentum, in Phoenix, AZ this week. “Move Life and Commerce Forward” was the theme of the conference. I believe many of us can relate to this theme on a business and personal level, as the impacts of COVID-19 were felt by virtually all businesses and individuals. But the worst of that appears to be behind us – making forward progress especially appealing.

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Climate Change Threatens a World Without Doritos

Supply Chain Brain

Climate change is causing supply chain disruptions for several of the commodities that are used to make Doritos like corn, salt, sunflower oil and dairy.

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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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Truck driver recruitment starts from within

Commercial Carrier Journal

Brakebush helps employees in other areas of the business, from maintenance to production, become drivers via its Driving Finishing Program, which has had a 100% retention rate so far.

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Oral fluid drug testing on pause despite June 1 rollout

Commercial Carrier Journal

While oral swab testing has been authorized as of today, it can't be implemented until the Department of Health and Human Services approves two labs – and none have applied.

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2023 Predictions/Market Outlook—Freight Forwarding

Supply Chain Brain

Are you prepared for the future of freight forwarding? Discover GEODIS’ groundbreaking insights and strategies in our latest white paper, 2023 Predictions/Market Outlook – Freight Forwarding.

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West Coast Supply Chain News Brings Cautious Optimism

West Coast and California Logistics

Around this time last year, every article about the West Coast supply chain painted a dire picture. There was an armada of ships waiting to enter the Ports of L.A. and Long Beach; there was no warehouse space to be had; and trucking capacity was scarce. Because of these and other factors, logisticians began to look seriously at non-West Coast options for their freight and distribution.

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Supply Chain Efficiency with SOLOCHAIN WMS

Supply Chain Brain

Hitachi Astemo launched a competitive RFP process to source a Warehouse Management System (WMS) that would help them overcome their current challenges.

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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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Logistics Industry Experiences Steady Movement for Second Half of 2023: Study

Food Logistics

Anticipated revenue maintained a positive trend, only decreasing by 4% across all shippers surveyed, the BlueGrace Logistics study reveals.

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More Efficient Payments Means More Efficient Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Digital transformation is taking place in the B2B payments industry, a move that can contribute significantly to improved supply chain efficiency.

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Freight Bill vs Bill of Lading Part 2: Ensuring Accuracy and Compliance

TransAudit

In our previous article, Freight Bill vs Bill of Lading: The Difference and Why It Matters , we discussed the critical roles of freight invoices and bills of lading in shipping transactions. Both documents are crucial for ensuring the accuracy and legality of a shipment, and they provide valuable insight into the financial and operational aspects of your logistics process.

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BlueGrace Logistics Named A 2023 Top 3PL And Cold Storage Provider

Blue Grace Logistics

BlueGrace Named A 2023 Top 3PL & Cold Storage Provider Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - May 31, 2023 From driver shortages to natural disasters, the last 12 months have continued to challenge the third-party logistics (3PL) space. But it’s the 3PLs and the cold storage providers that keep cold food product moving through the chain, despite disruption.

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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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Saudi Arabia and U.K. Ink Critical Minerals Supply Chain Deal

Supply Chain Brain

The deal will improve the supply chain resilience of minerals like copper, lithium, cobalt and rare Earth elements , which are vital to producing electric vehicles and solar panels.

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BlueGrace’s Logistics Confidence Index – FW NOW

Blue Grace Logistics

BlueGrace's Logistics Confidence Index - FW NOW Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - May 31, 2023 FreightWaves NOW – May 30, 2023 FreightWaves NOW hosts talk with Jason Lockard , Vice President of Managed Logistics at BlueGrace Logistics about the newest Logistics Confidence Index and what shippers expect for Q3.

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Raft of Warehouse Deals in Czechia Signed

Logistics Business Magazine

CTP has signed deals totalling 96,000 sqm at five of its logistics CTParks across the Czech Republic since the start of 2023. A range of factors including rising domestic consumption, strong economic growth and the trend for ‘nearshoring’ have led to multinationals continuing to expand their footprint in the country and the wider Central and Eastern European (CEE) region.

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Inside truck driver recruitment at Brakebush Transportation

Commercial Carrier Journal

Brakebush helps employees in other areas of the business, from maintenance to production, become drivers via its Driving Finishing Program, which has had a 100% retention rate so far.

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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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Add-ons for Electric Yale® Lift Trucks

Logistics Business Magazine

Yale Lift Truck Technologies has launched two specially engineered operator assistance options to support warehouse and intralogistics operations. Available via its Special Products Engineering Department (SPED), the Reverse Speed System and Dynamic Pedestrian Awareness Lights, can be fitted to selected Yale® electric lift truck models and may help to optimise operational safety and efficiency.

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How Overhaul Helps Prevent Cargo Theft in Mexico

Supply Chain Brain

Staying ahead of cargo theft in Mexico requires next-generation, multi-modal transportation visibility and a network of the right partners. Download this white paper today to find out how Overhaul helps prevent cargo theft in Mexico.

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NGVAmerica Helps Right a Wrong for CNG in Indiana

NGT News

NGVAmerica says natural gas vehicle fuel will once again be equitably taxed in Indiana relative to traditional motor fuel with the passage of House Bill 23-1454, which ensures that state taxes on compressed natural gas will be calculated based on the diesel gallon equivalent sold at the fueling dispenser. NGVAmerica coordinated a multi-year advocacy effort […] The post NGVAmerica Helps Right a Wrong for CNG in Indiana appeared first on NGT News.

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Tradebeyond – Q2 Retail Sourcing Report

Supply Chain Brain

TradeBeyond’s quarterly Retail Sourcing Report provides a comprehensive examination of the current state of global retail sourcing to help supply chain leaders better understand macroeconomic trends and make more informed purchasing decisions.

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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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Amazon is allowing its customers to keep the products they want to return, with a refund included.

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Otros minoristas como Walmart y Target también lo están haciendo. This not only avoids the destruction of thousands of products, but also helps reduce the environmental impact and generates revenue from a situation that was more cost than benefit. The other alternative that large e-commerce platforms are resorting to, surprisingly enough, is for the customer to receive their refund and also keep the item.

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Out of Chaos, Opportunity

Supply Chain Brain

Many shippers and logistics service providers abandoned conventional long-term planning for growth at the height of COVID-19. Instead, they pivoted to defensive resilience strategies and reliance solutions that add end-to-end shipment visibility, real-time response to manage disruption, and data analytics to optimize future performance.

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Napoleon’s Logistics: The Art of Sustaining Empires

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Napoleon Bonaparte, one of history’s greatest military strategists, revolutionized the world of warfare with his brilliant tactics and unmatched ambition. Behind his meteoric rise, however, was a lesser-known factor that played a vital role in his success: logistics. Napoleon’s logistical genius enabled him to sustain his armies across vast territories, ensuring their mobility, supply, and overall operational effectiveness.

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FMCSA Launches Human Trafficking Awareness Campaign

Supply Chain Brain

"Your Roads, Their Freedom” will provide the United States’ 8.7 million commercial motor vehicle drivers with the information needed to identify and report suspected human trafficking.

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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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The Haute Couture of Logistics: Crafting Exclusivity in Luxury Fashion

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

In the realm of luxury fashion, where sophistication and exclusivity reign supreme, logistics plays a pivotal role in delivering an extraordinary experience to discerning clientele. Behind the scenes of the fashion runways and glitzy showcases, an intricate logistics network weaves together to ensure that every exquisite piece finds its way into the hands of the fashion elite.

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Indonesia Considers Limits on LNG Exports in New Trade Curbs

Supply Chain Brain

New LNG export contracts or renewals of existing agreements could be prohibited to prioritize the needs of domestic consumers, according to Coordinating Investment and Maritime Affairs Minister Luhut Pandjaitan.

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LOGISTICS BEHIND THE ERASMUS PROGRAM

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

The Erasmus program seems, from outside, a very enjoyable and easy experience, an opportunity to make a new experience, learning a new language. All that is true. But what there is behind this program ? Behind this experience, in fact, we will find a lot of work related to logistics. The application for participating at the Erasmus experience starts almost one year before the actual abroad stay.