Tue.Dec 12, 2017

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(Don’t) Supersize Me:  Finding the Best Fulfillment Company for Your Growing Business

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Remember Morgan Spurlock? He’s the filmmaker who spent a month eating nothing but McDonald’s food – and “supersizing” his portions whenever someone asked – only to wind up 24 pounds heavier. His experience is a fitting parallel for what tends to happen during many fulfillment provider searches, because without the right approach, it’s easy to get wowed by a provider’s size and technology, even though it may lack some of the essential requirements you need.

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Digital Evolution of the Supply Chain: How to Prepare for Today and Tomorrow

Talking Logistics

Andrew Clarke, CFO at C.H. Robinson , discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: From your perspective in the industry, where are we today in the digital evolution, and why is this topic getting so much attention? Is the hype around machine learning, autonomous vehicles, and blockchain warranted? How and when will they have an impact on supply chains?

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Choosing Pallets: Identifying the Right Pallets For Your Business

GlobalTranz

There are many different types of pallets, so knowing which one you should order for your business can be tricky. Associated Pallets have produced a helpf ul guide to help you when choosing pallets. The guide outlines the factors you need to consider when choosing a pallet for your business based on your requirements. When Choosing Pallets, You Need To Know What Material You Need.

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2018 Outlook: The Year Global Shipping Embraces Artificial Intelligence

Talking Logistics

Adam Compain, CEO at ClearMetal , discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: Where are we from a technology standpoint and from a market education and adoption standpoint? Looking back over the course of 2017, what has surprised you the most? What are the biggest learnings or takeaways you’ve had? What’s holding some companies back from embarking on this transformation journey?

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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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ELDs (Electronic Logging Device): What Do They Mean for Shippers & Receivers?

Trinity Logistics

The Electronic Logging Device ruling has been finalized, appeals have been made, and the compliance date is right around the corner. With much of the focus on how carriers can comply with the mandate, we wanted to take a moment to share what shippers and receivers can expect and do to help with a smooth transition. ELD Mandate Overview. To give you a refresher, the ELD mandate is intended to help create a safer work environment for drivers by reducing the amount of driver fatigue that leads to u

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Things To Know About Third Party Logistics Company In India

AAJ Enterprises

A 3pl simply known as third party logistics company in India is an outsourcing service which provides facilities like transportation or warehouse to bolster the supply chain of the businesses. These services initially came up with physical distribution in 60’s, then to logistics in 80’s and finally into a fully fledged supply chain. They have come a long way, as the needs of businesses are expanding.

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PINC and Tsol form a strategic alliance to provide the number-one selling Yard Management System (YMS) in Mexico

PINC

Union City, CA & Mexico City - December 12, 2017 - PINC, the number-one provider of yard management systems (YMS), finished vehicle logistics , and inventory robotics solutions to the world's largest brands, announced today a partnership with Tsol, a boutique consulting company that offers supply chain technology solutions to customers in Latin America.

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Penske Truck Leasing Expands Facility in Laredo, Texas

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Truck Leasing celebrated the opening of its new facility in Laredo, Texas, with a grand opening event. Located at 8401 Killam Industrial Blvd, the new location is situated on 10 acres and offers customers easy access to Interstate 35 and Loop 20. The building will offer full-service truck leasing , consumer and commercial truck rental, contract truck fleet maintenance and Connected Fleet Solutions , a value-added resource to help customers address issues and options related to onboa

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A Day in Andy Dunn's Footsteps

Quiet Logistics

Great advice here for all of us from Andy Dunn of Bonobos – one of our first partners and a true innovator.

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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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FMCSA Grants 90-day ELD Waiver for Short-Term Rental Trucks

Penske Move Ahead

Earlier today, the Truck Renting and Leasing Association (TRALA) was notified by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) that it had granted TRALA’s request for a 90-Day waiver from the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Mandate for short-term rental trucks (defined as 30 days or less). Read the FMCSA letter granting the 90-day waiver from the ELD mandate for short-term rental trucks here.