West Coast and California Logistics
AUGUST 31, 2022
Getting product to market fast, and at the lowest cost. While these goals sometimes conflict, there are times when logisticians can achieve both simultaneously. Cross docking is one of those opportunities and in this article we’ll take a closer look at this distribution-speeding process.
The Logistics of Logistics
AUGUST 31, 2022
Ninaad Acharya and Joe Lynch discuss the Fulfillment IQ story. Ninaad is the Co-founder and CEO of Fulfillment IQ , a transformational supply chain solutions provider for companies that dare to disrupt. About Ninaad Acharya. Ninaad Acharya is the Co-founder and CEO of Fulfillment IQ, an ecommerce fulfillment product studio that supports brands, retailers, and 3PLs with bespoke solutions.
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Logistics Matter
AUGUST 31, 2022
The Does LogisticsMatter? Podcast is all about trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics. This episode features Radu Palamariu, Managing Director Europe and the Asia Pacific at Alcott Global. Working in Supply Chain, Buzzwords, and Attracting Talent Supply chain and logistics companies have a more traditional approach to work than other industries.
Food Logistics
AUGUST 31, 2022
Brian Antonellis, SVP, fleet operations for Fleet Advantage, details the importance of fusing today’s and tomorrow’s technologies.
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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?
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 31, 2022
How can companies unlock new value in transportation management? By becoming more data driven in their decision making. That is the focus of a multi-part video seminar we are producing in partnership with Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) on data-driven decision making. The seminar is based on the research report “From Gut Feelings to Data-Driven.
Logistics Brief brings together the best content for Logistics and Warehousing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Commercial Carrier Journal
AUGUST 31, 2022
Fleet Intel's Rob Hatchett said the top takeaway from his recent TCA webinar is for carriers to have regular six-month check-ins on driver pay rates to keep pace with changing market conditions.
Supply Chain and Logistics
AUGUST 31, 2022
This article discusses the issues surrounding blowouts, and how autonomous trucks might handle the problem. Blowouts occur fairly frequently, though tire manufacturers are making better tires as time goes by.
ShipLilly
AUGUST 31, 2022
Implications for logistics and the supply chain. News on August 16 is that Walmart has canceled orders worth billions of dollars. Apparently, this move is designed to right-size inventory levels. Although surprising to some, the company states that it is part of a concerted and ongoing effort to align Walmart’s inventory levels with the projected demand.
NGT News
AUGUST 31, 2022
Bosch is producing fuel cell stacks in its Anderson, S.C., facility as part of a more than $200 million investment expected to create at least 350 new jobs by the start of production in 2026. The fuel cell stacks produced in Anderson will drive hydrogen-powered trucks coming to the roads of the U.S. in the […]. The post Bosch Invests Over $200 Million for Fuel Cell Stack Production Expansion appeared first on NGT News.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 31, 2022
With the stakes rising from temporary revenue dips to more serious product shortages, it’s time for a shift in our approach to this “new normal” of supply chain instability.
NGT News
AUGUST 31, 2022
Lightning eMotors has entered into a strategic partnership with logistics provider GoBolt to manufacture 170 all-electric cargo vans and box trucks over the next 12 months. These vehicles will be deployed across the U.S. and Canada. As part of this agreement, Lightning eMotors will deliver 70 Class 3 zero-emission, all-electric cargo vans and 100 Class […].
Women in Trucking
AUGUST 31, 2022
Recently, Tallahassee Community College hosted a Trucks are for Girls event in Tallahassee, FL. The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) powered the event through their Girl Scout Transportation Patch program. Thirty-Eight Girl Scouts from the Panhandle of Florida area participated in the event, which helped educate them on the supply chain.
NGT News
AUGUST 31, 2022
Transport Enterprise Leasing LLC (TEL), a commercial truck and trailer equipment lease and remarketing provider, has signed a letter of intent planning to purchase power solutions provider Cummins Inc.’s 15-liter hydrogen internal combustion engines when available. TEL will integrate the Cummins’ X15H hydrogen engines into their fleet of heavy-duty trucks.
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
Trinity Logistics
AUGUST 31, 2022
Optimizing your logistics can make all the difference in your business’s bottom line. However, to fully understand your logistics processes you need to look at your logistics analytics. To start, you’ll need access to the right technology. One such piece of technology is a transportation management system (TMS). A TMS is an excellent investment and according to Logistics Management Magazine, has been shown to reduce transportation costs by up to 30 percent.
NGT News
AUGUST 31, 2022
Allison Transmission, a designer and manufacturer of conventional, electric hybrid and fully electric vehicle (EV) propulsion solutions, has opened up hydrogen fuel cell and compressed natural gas (CNG) testing at its Vehicle Electrification + Environmental Test Center. “Manufacturers of electric vehicles, including battery electric, hydrogen fuel cell and electric hybrid systems, are recognizing the value […].
Shippeo
AUGUST 31, 2022
Readers might be intrigued by a book standing in the middle of a bookstore lined with shiny artwork. But what will make them flip through the pages after they’ve picked it up? And what will lead them to the cashier to make a commitment to this one book out of countless others? The answer lies in […]. The post How to Write the Best Book Introduction (With Checklists & Examples) apareció primero en Kotobee Blog.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 31, 2022
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. unveiled a turnaround plan that envisions new financing, sweeping store closings and the sale of as many as 12 million shares of stock, delivering another jolt to the investors who had piled into the retailer even as its troubles mounted.
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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.
Bulk Connection
AUGUST 31, 2022
If you’re a frequent reader of this blog, you’re familiar with the many things that freight brokers specializing in bulk freight can do for your bulk transportation needs. There is, however, another commonly-overlooked capability: bulk liquid drayage. In this article, we’ll describe what bulk freight brokers can do for you once your imported freight hits North American ports.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 31, 2022
Nearly every company is involved in some form of digital procurement transformation. But how many are actually seeing it pay off? .
MTS Logistics
AUGUST 31, 2022
Green fuel is a bit of a buzz word at this point in time, but the shipping industry emitted a record number of metric tons of carbon dioxide in 2021 according to Bloomberg. The 936 million metric tons was more than Europe’s largest industrial economy, Germany, and while only making up 3% of global emissions it’s a challenge many are trying to tackle.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 31, 2022
Nvidia says the U.S. government requires a new license, effective immediately, to address the risk of chips being "used in, or diverted to a 'military end use'. in China and Russia.".
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,
Logistics Business Magazine
AUGUST 31, 2022
Conveying goods from one provider to its customers involves working often with machineries or at height. These actions go from picking in a warehouse to loading and unloading a truck, train or plane, whether manually or with robotic assistance. Each step includes safety hazards, each step is subject to maintenance works. Fallprotec says it provides solutions for every moment.
The Lean Thinker
AUGUST 31, 2022
Once again I am going through old files. These are some notes I wrote back in 2005 that I thought might be interesting here. Looking back at what I was writing at the time, I think I was thinking about nailing these points to a church door somewhere in the company. That actually isn’t a bad analogy as I was advocating a pretty dramatic shift in the role of the kaizen workshop leaders.
Odyssey Logistics
AUGUST 31, 2022
Valued Customers of American Fast Freight, Inc., please view the latest announcement from Matson: Matson’s Alaska port facilities will observe the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 5, 2022, with hours of operations as follows: Tacoma The gate, CFS terminal (trucking, yard, and dock), and auto lot will be closed. Anchorage The gate will be. Continue Reading.
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 31, 2022
Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to speak with Bengt Tuner, Group CEO of Locanis. Bengt and I spoke about Locanis and the fact that it offers a fairly unique technology solution that doesn’t fit well into the traditional categories in the market – like WMS, fleet management, or warehouse control systems. Along with the benefits of a novel approach comes the difficulty of succinctly communicating its way of delivering customer value.
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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.
Logistics Business Magazine
AUGUST 31, 2022
Thermo King has announced its new UT-R undermount refrigeration systems, which will be a feature of its presence at the IAA Transportation 2022 show in Hannover, Germany. The new UT-R portfolio includes single- and multi-temperature refrigeration units for undermount applications on rigid trucks, drawbar trailers and highloaders. New design and applied technologies deliver increased efficiency, better reliability and durability, and significantly lower noise than the legacy range, meeting the ne
Supply Chain and Logistics
AUGUST 31, 2022
This article from Brookings offers a way to reduce inflation, add jobs, and improve commerce by making a bilateral trade agreement with the European Union.
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