Fri.Mar 10, 2023

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Curbside Pickups: What are They and How do They Work?

Locus

Liam is a baseball lover and a fan of the Chicago White Sox. On his way to the baseball stadium, he wants to grab food from a grocery store without having to wait inside the store. Instead of ordering in advance at home or waiting at the store, Liam wants to get it quickly. Wouldn’t it be great if he could order his food online and collect it on the way to the baseball stadium?

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Highlights from the BGSA Conference with Ben Gordon

The Logistics of Logistics

Ben Gordon and Joe Lynch discuss highlights from the BGSA Conference , an annual event designed to bring together top industry leaders from all segments of the supply chain and provides an intimate and candid setting where CEOs and leaders can privately network and explore ideas with their peers. Ben Gordon, is the Founder of Cambridge Capital (private equity), BGSA (advice), and the Ukraine Logistics Coalition (humanitarian aid) About Ben Gordon Benjamin Gordon is the Founder and Man

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This Week in Logistics News (March 4 – 10)

Logistics Viewpoints

Harriet Tubman Day is an American holiday in honor of the anti-slavery activist Harriet Tubman, observed on March 10, and in the U.S. state of New York. Observances also occur locally around the U.S. state of Maryland. After Juneteenth became a federal holiday, there are growing calls for this day to also be observed at the federal level. Harriet Tubman, born Araminta Ross (c. 1822 – March 10, 1913) was an American abolitionist, humanitarian, and an armed scout and spy for the United States Army

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Truckers waiting out slow first half of year in hopes of solid demand later

Logistics Management

Shippers hoping to capitalize on excess capacity in the trucking industry are advised to act fast as top trucking executives say they expect boom times in the second half of this year. Meantime, those executives are bracing for a so-so first half followed by what they hope will be a solid second half of 2023.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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Xos Brings Electric Step Van to the Fleet Market

NGT News

Xos Inc. has debuted its 2023 battery-electric step van, built on the company’s medium- and heavy-duty X-Platform chassis. Xos says the step van operates with a centralized liquid thermal management system and includes several structural changes to the chassis system. Together, these optimize the performance of the battery systems and allow for more compact packaging […] The post Xos Brings Electric Step Van to the Fleet Market appeared first on NGT News.

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Masterack, EAVX Now Designing Trade Upfits for Electric Vehicles

NGT News

Masterack is working with JB Poindexter & Co. sister business unit EAVX to develop upfit packages for electric vehicles in various work trades. One of the first upfits is a Ford E-Transit that was designed based on the needs of telecom fleet customers. It features a composite partition, aluminum shelving modules, heavy-duty slide-out drawers, a […] The post Masterack, EAVX Now Designing Trade Upfits for Electric Vehicles appeared first on NGT News.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 10, 2023)

Talking Logistics

As you read this, I’ll be visiting a university with my youngest son. We’re attending “Admitted Students Day” where we’ll get to learn more about the school, hear testimonials from current students, walk around campus, and participate in whatever else they have planned for us. The goal is to sell my son on going there. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 10, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Purolator Adding 55 More Motiv-Powered EVs to Fleet

NGT News

Purolator, an integrated freight, package and logistics solutions provider, has ordered 55 electric delivery vehicles from Motiv Power Systems, a company focused on EV trucks and buses. Purolator had first deployed five Motiv-powered electric trucks in 2021. The new set of EVs will be rolled out in London, Ont.; Vancouver, B.C.; and Quebec City, Que. […] The post Purolator Adding 55 More Motiv-Powered EVs to Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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Emissions controls killed my career as an O/O

Truck News

As the EPA releases yet another round of emissions standards, I’m reminded that these emissions controls killed my career as an owner-operator.

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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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U.S. rail carload and intermodal volumes are down, for week ending March 4, reports AAR

Logistics Management

Rail carloads—at 237,413—fell 1.0% annually, and intermodal containers and trailers—at 236,778—fell 11.1%.

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MSC Tessa, the World’s Largest Container Ship, Delivered for Service

MTS Logistics

We at More Than Shipping recently reported on greener, fuel-efficient ships being one of the latest trends in shipping. But, another big trend is mega container ships entering the global shipping world. Now, this week, a Chinese shipbuilder made news by delivering a record-breaking mega container ship, the MSC Tessa. The 24,116-TEU megavessel MSC Tessa was delivered to MSC this week.

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Local emissions standards will add to trucking challenges

Truck News

Tip O’Neill knew a thing or two about elections. The former U.S.

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Kite Launches Ventilated Pallet Wrap

Logistics Business Magazine

Leading UK packaging supplier, Kite Packaging, has launched an innovative ventilated pallet wrap ideal for packaging products that require ventilation to maintain their quality in storage and transit. This includes fresh produce, dairy products, meat, fish, beverages, and refrigerated and frozen goods. It is also intended for pharmaceutical and chemical products, animal feed and horticulture.

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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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Maybe we’re the problem when it comes to technician shortage

Truck News

Another Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) annual spring meeting has come and gone, and it wouldn’t be TMC without discussions about the desperate need to better attract and retain heavy […]

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Doosan Forklifts Transition to Bobcat Brand

Logistics Business Magazine

Doosan Bobcat, a company within Doosan Group and a leading global compact equipment manufacturer, has announced its global branding strategy to create business and growth opportunities for the Doosan Bobcat product portfolio. Doosan Portable Power (DPP), an industry-leading global manufacturer of air compressors, mobile generators and light towers; and Doosan Industrial Vehicle (DIV), a supplier of quality material handling equipment, including forklifts, will rebrand their product offerings und

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What’s eating Canada’s trucking CEOs?

Truck News

The TruckNews.com survey about the biggest challenges facing Canadian trucking executives in 2023 is a rich menu of column ideas.

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RightHand Robotics Appoints New CEO

Logistics Business Magazine

RightHand Robotics, a leader in data-driven, autonomous robotic picking solutions for order fulfilment, announces the appointment of tech industry veteran Brian D. Owen (pictured) as Chief Executive Officer. With 30-plus years of experience and leadership in finance, technology, and commercial deployment, Owen will guide RightHand Robotics through its next phase of growth and lead the continued scale-up of its piece-picking business.

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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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Motherload Transport: Vancouver Island Freight Success Story

Freightera

Introducing our partner, Motherload Transport, and their General Manager, John Bennett Motherload Transportation is a small Vancouver Island freight brokerage with over 20 years of history, unique character, and many accomplishments. The company was founded by Sharon-Anne Tallieu and her daughters, Erin and Jackie in 2001. Sharon was told that it was impossible for a woman to make it in the freight industry, so she not only made it but made sure to knock it out of the park.

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Why cutting software budgets now could cost you money in the long run

EazyStock

As we navigate a cost-of-living crisis that has seen prices and inflation soar, budgets are becoming tighter at home and work. To prevent drastic decreases in profitability or increases in debt, finance teams are scrutinizing budgets and balance sheets to find areas to cut to make savings. Changes in business priorities could also see companies shift their focus and budgets to new business initiatives.