Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 11, 2018
With comments now closed on whether FMCSA should pursue changes to the Hours of Service rules for truck drivers, that's the big background issue. But there's a handful of little errors fleets and drivers are making with their electronic logging devices causing avoidable headaches at the roadside.
Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 11, 2018
We know there's a problem. But will the White House and Congress actually do anything about it? The Defense Department released an urgent report last Friday outlining how its supply chains are alarmingly reliant on China and other potential military rivals for essential materials. How can the U.S. military properly defend our nation if it can’t source what it needs from domestic sources — and instead must depend on potential adversaries for those materials?
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Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 11, 2018
October 5th was National Manufacturing Day. This yearly celebration of modern manufacturing strives to address common misperceptions about the industry and give manufacturers a day to showcase what they do and examine some of the most important aspects of their world. But taking time to focus on what’s going on in the world of manufacturing is more than just a fun celebration.
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Five multiple-story warehouses being marketed in U.S. as retailers strain to meet hot e-commerce demand in urban settings, firm says.
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Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.
Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Favorite costumes this year are princesses and witches. Spending on Halloween is expected to reach $9 billion this year, about the same as last year’s $9.1 billion, according to a report from the National Retail Federation. Celebrants intend to spend an average of $86.79, up from last year’s $86.13, with more than 175 million Americans planning to partake in Halloween festivities, according to the annual study that has been conducted over the past 14 years by Prosper Insights & Analytics for
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Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Both HS11A and HS6 fans feature decreased blade areas, thereby allowing freer ram air to circulate through tightly-packed engine compartments for cooling purposes.
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Mixed reality platform built on Microsoft Hololens product enables hands-free reading of PDF files while maintaining equipment.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Fleet Owner is the information source for trucking, written for middle and upper level managers at commercial truck fleets with five or more vehicles. Its journalists deliver business insights and analysis, breaking news, trends, best practices and research to owners and managers who operate trucks and trailers.
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Batteries-as-a-Service targets mobile devices including barcode scanners, two-way radios, portable printers.
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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.
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Proposed 2019 price increases were submitted by the United States Postal Service (USPS) to the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC), an independent Federal agency that provides transparency and accountability of the U. S. Postal Service's operations, yesterday.
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 11, 2018
This first-ever event for the forklift manufacturer brings together dealers and suppliers.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 11, 2018
GlobalTranz CFO has seen more and more women entering the industry, either in leadership roles or as drivers.
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 11, 2018
The importance of an omnichannel supply chain strategy cannot be overstated. According to Randy Strang of Supply Chain 24/7, a survey of the most important parts of a shopping experience found customers’ expectations are more than meets the eye. Up to 62 percent want to purchase online and have the option of returning it in-store, and 47 percent want promotions and coupons available through their smartphone.
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Generative AI goes beyond just automating tasks and providing real-time answers. Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? In this whitepaper — Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes With the Power of Generative AI — experts reveal how the strategic application of generative AI within procurement processes is paving the way for groundbreaking improvements.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 11, 2018
BYD Motors president is providing a valuable lesson.
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Earlier today, global transportation and logistics bellwether UPS rolled out global expansion plans for of UPS My Choice offering.
CH Robinson Logistics
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Current as of October 11, 2018. Hurricane Michael made landfall on the Florida Panhandle yesterday as a Category 4 storm and continues to move across Georgia and into the Carolina’s. The region is experiencing extensive flooding from storm surges and rainfall. 900,000 homes and businesses are experiencing power outages in Florida and Georgia. Our thoughts are with everyone affected in these areas as they endure the situation.
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 11, 2018
The benefits of Business-to-Business (B2B) integration are well known, but many companies struggle to achieve them.
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
Logistics Business Magazine
OCTOBER 11, 2018
UK based company Kite Packaging has launched its sustainable future plastics initiative to reduce plastic levels with the unveiling of its new mobile packaging test facility and the release of a white paper. With the increasing focus on plastics and the harmful impact on the environment, businesses and consumers across the country are searching for viable solutions to build a sustainable, circular economy.
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Why siloed logistics systems can’t deliver in the digital age
Logistics Manager
OCTOBER 11, 2018
As technologies continue to evolve, automation systems and machines have started to become more prominent in the logistics industry. This is becoming especially apparent in warehouses where these types of vehicles are making the biggest splash. The efficiencies and benefits they bring to the table are looking to revolutionize the way warehouses are designed and operated.
Logistics Business Magazine
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Two significant UK ecommerce players have agreed a major partnership deal aimed at streamlining customer experience for online shops throughout the UK. Preston-based ecommerce website provider EKM and Chorley-based fulfilmentcrowd struck the deal following integration of the companies’ respective platforms. fulfilmentcrowd is the UK’s leading online order fulfilment specialist, offering an extensive range of logistics management services for multi-channel online retailers.
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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.
247 Customs Broker
OCTOBER 11, 2018
By Mark Morley ·. October 11, 2018. The potential benefits of Business-to-Business (B2B) integration are well known, but in real-world application many companies struggle to achieve them. They find it hard to roll solutions out beyond a few key business partners. Many companies have found an effective solution to those difficulties in B2B Managed Services, an outsourced service that manages daily B2B integration operations.
Airfreight Logistics
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Delta Cargo has announced that they will be now providing real-time tracking for ULDs to businesses based off airport. This will enable customers to have end-to-end tracking of the ULDs starting in their own warehouses throughout the journey to the final destination. This new service provides a number of customer benefits by eliminating all paperwork at the dock door when units are loaned out and producing a digital Uniform Control Receipt (UCR) which is emailed directly to the shipper.
247 Customs Broker
OCTOBER 11, 2018
By LM Staff ·. October 11, 2018. Earlier today, global transportation and logistics bellwether UPS rolled out global expansion plans for of UPS My Choice offering. UPS My Choice gives consumers a one-day alert for when a package is coming and allows them to control the timing and location of the delivery. It helps both the consumer and UPS, because it makes it unlikely that UPS will not be able to make a delivery on the first stop or make multiple attempts to deliver a package.
Airfreight Logistics
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Russia’s largest cargo airline, AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) part of Volga-Dnepr Group recently signed a historic lease agreement for 10 years with Liege Airport in Belgium. It is expected under the new agreement that air cargo volumes of ABC to/from the airport will be significantly boosted resulting in Liege Airport becoming one of the top five cargo airports in Europe by 2020.
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Logistics Business Magazine
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Long-term warehouse property investor-developer P3 Logistic Parks has signed a deal with Airbus, the world leader in aeronautic, space and related services, to take a new 31,280 m2 Build-to-Suit logistics hub at P3 Illescas park in Toledo, south of Madrid. Work will start on site before the end of 2018, with delivery is planned for the third quarter of 2019.
Airfreight Logistics
OCTOBER 11, 2018
DSV has announced the opening of a new facility in the Monterrey Technology Park. Only a few miles from Monterrey international airport (MTY) and next to the main highway to Saltillo and to Mexico City – a key transport corridor for Mexico. Juan Carlos Castellanos, Solutions Manager at DSV in Mexico, says: “Our international customers will benefit from a truly state-of-the-art warehousing option at this location – managed and staffed by our own DSV employees”.
Logistics Business Magazine
OCTOBER 11, 2018
DHL has launched its latest research report on ground transportation logistics. The report claims that the fast-paced evolution underway in the sector is changing the way that shippers think when purchasing a transportation solution. The global survey of transport buyers and operations professionals found that 83% of businesses are willing to pay more for better and value-added services as long as they provide a measurable return on their investment.
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