How times have changed on the road
Fleet Owner
MAY 7, 2019
Retired UPS driver Jimmy Howard, who logged 6 million accident-free miles, shares his thoughts on how trucking has changed over the past 40 years.
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JB Hunt offering new drop-and-hook service
Supply Chain and Logistics
MAY 7, 2019
JB Hunt is a powerhouse in managed logistics. Offering a drop and hook service seems like a reasonable thing to do.
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An electric month of developments
Fleet Owner
MAY 7, 2019
As more zero emission trucks are introduced, the debate of battery-electric vs. hydrogen picks up stream.
4 Things to Know About Propane Forklifts
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 7, 2019
No matter the job or location, propane forklifts provide safe, reliable performance.
GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report
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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?
TMC report finds costs of repairs increasing
Fleet Owner
MAY 7, 2019
The average cost of mechanical repairs in the trucking industry increased for the second straight quarter, while miles between unscheduled roadside maintenance remained unchanged, according to the latest benchmarking report from American Trucking Ass
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Volvo Trucks updates OTA Parameter Plus package
Fleet Owner
MAY 7, 2019
Volvo Trucks recently released a new series of parameter updates it says complements the newly launched Parameter Plus subscription package, which allows for up to 50 parameter updates annually per covered vehicle.
How More Effective Inbound Logistics Management Improves Procurement in the Supply Chain
GlobalTranz
MAY 7, 2019
Making changes that promote effective inbound logistics management can have a significant impact on your organization’s procurement department and team members. Unfortunately, many in the industry still uses the terms procurement and inbound logistics interchangeably, but procurement involves much more than merely managing the logistics of moving products from vendors and suppliers to your building.read More.
Cooper launches Severe Series tire
Fleet Owner
MAY 7, 2019
The Cooper Severe Series WBA offers more miles before removal while handling the harsh operating conditions found in construction truck applications.
Diesel average heads up for fifth consecutive week, reports EIA
Logistics Management
MAY 7, 2019
With a 0.002-cent increase, the national diesel average now stands at $3.171 per gallon. This slight decline follows gains on 2.2-cents, 2.7-cents, and 2.5-cents, respectively, over the previous three weeks.
Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry
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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.
Customer Service Still Top Concern in WERC 2019 Annual Report
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 7, 2019
Other concerns include a mixed strategy of being all things to all people and a cost leadership strategy.
How to optimize fleet maintenance budgets for improved fuel economy, wear protection
Fleet Owner
MAY 7, 2019
Lower viscosity oils prove to be the future for fleets seeking performance and fuel efficiency.
Have You Missed the Most Valuable Aspect of Your Transportation Management System (TMS)?
Talking Logistics
MAY 7, 2019
Transportation cost savings is usually cited as the number one reason companies invest in a transportation management system (TMS), but does the value go beyond that? When it comes to getting the most value from a TMS, what can we learn from leaders in the industry? Those are the main questions I discussed with Chris Jones, Executive Vice President, Marketing and Services at Descartes Systems Group , during a recent episode of Talking Logistics.
Faulty speed sensors, ground wires, empathy on customer service issues: Readers respond to one owner-op’s ELD issue
Overdrive Online
MAY 7, 2019
Several readers offered a variety of fixes in comments that had helped them with problems with their ELD acting with a mind of its own, similar to what Mark Kirbyson reported a couple weeks back here on Channel 19. Others, shared here, wrote in directly. .
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
Making the Case for an Integrated Warehousing & Distribution Solution
Logistics Management
MAY 7, 2019
How companies can leverage a comprehensive, integrated warehouse and distribution solution that streamlines operations, improves efficiencies, and saves money.
Great Customer Service Example from Bangkok
Logistics Bureau
MAY 7, 2019
Here is a great example of outstanding customer service in Bangkok. Think about your own customer service and how you can rejiggle your service to really meet and exceed your customer expectations. Watch the full video below. Subscribe to our Youtube Channel. Best Regards, Rob O’Byrne. Email: robyrne@logisticsbureau.com. Phone: +61 417 417 307. P.S.
Strong output and moderate inflation to start 2019, observes IHS Markit analysts
Logistics Management
MAY 7, 2019
In its “U.S. Economic Forecast Flash,” IHS Markit analysts note that first-quarter GDP growth was impressive, but cautions supply chain managers to remain on guard. It was reported at 3.2% in the Bureau of Economic Analysis’s (BEA’s) advance estimate, up from 2.2% in the fourth quarter of last year and in line with the 3.0% rate of increase averaged over the four quarters of last year.
How the CFO Can be a Change Agent in the Supply Chain
Blue Grace Logistics
MAY 7, 2019
Managing cash flow, planning the financial outlay, keeping the balance sheet in order, and ensuring all financial compliances are met are a CFO’s core job function. But this is not all that a CFO does. The CFO is also responsible for identifying opportunities to reduce operating costs without sacrificing the quality of the products and services offered by the company.
How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience
Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader
Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,
Drivers and Shippers: Partnered for Success
Logistics Management
MAY 7, 2019
The driver shortage is causing serious concerns across the industry. But the solution is not just to add more drivers.
Manhattan Momentum 2019
Blue Horseshoe Solutions
MAY 7, 2019
When: May 20-23, 2019Where: Phoenix, Arizona What to Expect Attending Manhattan Momentum connects you with top-level supply chain, retail, omnichannel, logistics, press, industry analysts, and innovative partners from all over the world. This is your chance to see cutting-edge demos, real-world applications and hear from industry experts. […].
Prepare now for federal pay equity
Truck News
MAY 7, 2019
Modernizing your workforce starts with modernizing your HR approach. In today’s labour market, successful truck fleets and logistics companies know that staying abreast of the issues will help them stay ahead of the competition.
In Pictures: Rediscovering the joy of family mealtime
World Food Programme Logistics
MAY 7, 2019
In pictures: Rohingya families rediscover the joy of mealtimes Mealtimes are a chance for families and friends to come together, to share food, tell stories and make plans for the future. Rohingya refugees have been separated from their homes and their families, and simple routines, like eating favourite dish together, for more than 1.5 years. In Bangladesh, they are now rediscovering the joys of cooking and eating together with their newfound access to a diverse range of food.
Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory
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The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.
How To Choose a Furniture Shipping Service
GoShip Blog
MAY 7, 2019
Whether you are choosing furniture for a new house, workplace, or selling furniture pieces, the final step is shipping. Essentially, you want to be confident that your goods will arrive safe and secure, so, it’s important to choose a good shipping company. However, with the wide span of options, choosing the right furniture delivery service may be a challenge.
WFP and Cargill team up with these 8 Innovators to #disrupthunger
World Food Programme Logistics
MAY 7, 2019
World Food Programme and Cargill team up with innovators to #disrupthunger Innovation bootcamp to run from 13 to 17 May in Munich Following more than 900 applications received from around the world during February’s Global Innovation Challenge for Zero Hunger , the World Food Programme (WFP) Innovation Accelerator, with the support of Cargill, has identified the eight most promising teams to join us from 13–17 May in Munich, Germany for a week-long innovation bootcamp.
The transfer of the louvre’s collections in 1939
Logistics at MPEPS at UPV
MAY 7, 2019
One of the craziest logistic operation in the history took place in 1939 in France, short before the beginning of the second world war and the entry of the germans soldiers in Paris. The architect of this operation was Jacques Jaujard, the director of the biggest museum in the world, Le Louvre, and had one goal in mind : preserving the art collections from the dangers of the war, what he already had done with the Museum del Prado during the civil war in Spain.
To see Ethiopia truly prosper, malnutrition needs to be defeated
World Food Programme Logistics
MAY 7, 2019
Sustained funding, early detection and treatment is critical Tadelech Abraham at a health post. She is here to have her child checked for malnutrition. Photo: WFP/Melese Awoke Tadelech Abraham is one of the mothers visiting Aldada Dela health post, just outside of the city of Hawassa in the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples’ Region. Tadelech’s 2-year old daughter, Tagesech Henock, is not malnourished but is very close to being.
Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability
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How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps. Discover how these strategies can boost your enterprise's financial health, helping not only to keep up but to excel in today's market.
Ceva block train on track from China to Europe
Automotive Logistics
MAY 7, 2019
Ceva Logistics North Asia and Xiamen International Railway Service (XMIRS) have started a new weekly block train between Xiamen, southeastern China, and Duisburg, Germany. The multi-modal service is based on shipments from East Asian countries arriving at the port of Xiamen where the cargos are consolidated before taking the Belt and Road express to the West, departing on Wednesdays.
Circle SpA Grows Further with Launch of Terminal Operating System
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 7, 2019
Logistics specialist, Circle, is bidding to strengthen its presence in the MED area thanks to the launch of the new version of its Milos® TOS Multipurpose system. It is now in full operation in Trieste at Samer Seaports & Terminals and U.N. Ro-Ro., a Turkish operator which recently became part of the DFDS Group. Milos® Terminal Operating System (TOS) has been designed to manage operative, safety, administrative and custom-related activities into a multipurpose terminal.
Time to debunk blockchain?
247 Customs Broker
MAY 7, 2019
[og_img] Blockchain has been the next big thing in supply chain for so long now that it is hardly surprising that we have reached a point where people are starting to challenge its value. Notable among this is research organisation Gartner, which has just produced a survey which suggests that 90 per cent of blockchain-based […]. The post Time to debunk blockchain?
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