DC Velocity

AUGUST 10, 2018

Faced with a space crunch, Irish cold storage provider Molloy & Sherry moved to narrow-aisle storage and Aisle-Master articulated forklifts, with cool results.

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Material Handling and Logistics

AUGUST 10, 2018

Only a modest number of truck driver jobs will be lost and in fact "In the near-term, there is great potential for these technologies to assist commercial drivers in safely operating trucks.

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DC Velocity

AUGUST 10, 2018

Beverage firm to apply blockchain and IoT to supply chain tasks in partnership with Bengala Technologies.

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Supply Chain Software Supply Chains 184

Fleet Owner

AUGUST 10, 2018

Fleets just can't seem to buy enough heavy-duty trucks this year—quite literally, with most manufacturers reporting supplier shortages at some point in recent months as they work to build all the trucks on order.

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DC Velocity

AUGUST 10, 2018

Augmented reality app lets consumers visualize how large items will fit into their homes prior to delivery.

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DC Velocity

AUGUST 10, 2018

DAT survey shows volume surge, cost controls offset impact of soaring freight rates.

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Fleet Owner

AUGUST 10, 2018

The launch of Transport Futures’ new, enhanced website contains an introductory benefit for industry participants, an analysis of the favorable Second Quarter U.S. 4.1% GDP growth just announced by the Census Bureau.

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Transportation Analysis Industry 60

DC Velocity

AUGUST 10, 2018

Honeywell solution could expand to 24 distribution centers globally.

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Fleet Owner

AUGUST 10, 2018

Janice Mulanix replaces Steve Vaughn in the role. Vaughn will continue as national director of field operations, but will also assume a larger leadership role in HELP Inc.

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DC Velocity

AUGUST 10, 2018

Redesigned truck backup alarm eliminates those annoying beeps.

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Logistics Management

AUGUST 10, 2018

Against the backdrop of increasing retail sales and an ongoing “pull forward” efforts by retailers to import goods in advance of new tariffs levied on products made in China, various import volume records continue to be set in 2018, according to the most recent edition of the Port Tracker report, which was released this week by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and maritime consultancy Hackett Associates.

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Fleet Owner

AUGUST 10, 2018

Both products feature new low-rolling resistance tread compounds and are SmartWay verified, the company said.

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Loginext

AUGUST 10, 2018

Companies can compete by making a better product. But it’s no longer enough. The company also must create a great delivery experience for the customer. Proper logistics movement optimization is key, not just to ensure quick and on-time deliveries, but also to boost customer satisfaction and retention.

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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.

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Fleet Owner

AUGUST 10, 2018

Both products feature new low-rolling resistance tread compounds and are SmartWay verified, the company said.

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Logistics Management

AUGUST 10, 2018

Carloads, at 279,907, saw a 3% annual increase, and intermodal units headed up 5.4% to 291,088.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 10, 2018

The Diagraph IJ4000 large character ink jet printer from Allen Coding, has found a new niche within the wooden pallet industry. Traditionally, the methods of hot stamping, rubber stamping or stencilling are used to mark or print on pallets. However, these methods have several disadvantages to them. The hot stamp method means a slower process, as there is downtime associated with changing the stamps and heating them up.

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Cost Reduction Magazine Production Industry 28

Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 10, 2018

Reports of moving-related thefts and scams by rogue moving companies are high at this time of year, as it’s the busy moving season. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, which regulates moving companies, consumers should look for these moving scam red flags: Mover doesn’t offer or agree to an on­site inspection of your household goods and gives an estimate over the telephone or online — sight unseen.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 10, 2018

Johannes Panzer (pictured), Head of Product Strategy for Ecommerce, Descartes Systems, says it might be and that businesses need to be fully agile… On July 16th the hotly anticipated Amazon Prime Day kicked off, running for a total of 36 hours it was the longest Prime Day sale to date. In addition, this year, Amazon extended its reach by adding four additional markets; Australia, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and Singapore, making this sale the companies “biggest global shopping event in it&

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 10, 2018

Heading back to college? Penske offers college students 10 percent off on all truck rentals, along with free unlimited miles on one-way rentals. Here are some tips to start the school year off right: Confirm Move-in Dates: Students should first check with their college, university or landlord to confirm move-in dates and dimensions of your dorm room or apartment.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 10, 2018

Employee-owned business Kite Packaging has further expanded its effective heat sealing range by bringing its new vertical continuous heat sealer to market. The UK packaging giant is a leading supplier of heat sealers nationwide having built itself a reputation for stocking a strong selection of high quality sealers that accommodate individual business preferences widespread.

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Tradewinds

AUGUST 10, 2018

The Dynamo team and I are excited to welcome Chick-fil-A, Inc. as a corporate sponsor of Founders Camp! We first met the Chick-fil-A New Ventures Team in 2016 during the initial launch of Dynamo. Chick-fil-A is working to keep itself at the forefront of new technology and innovative business models as their business grows in size and complexity. The New Ventures Team has created The Conduit within Chick-fil-A to provide a clear process to match startups with well-defined business challenges.

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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.

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Material Handling and Logistics

AUGUST 10, 2018

Having too much of some items can be just as costly to your bottom line as having too little. If your facility is like most I’ve been in over the last few decades, you probably have some hidden problems buried in your indirect spend. Though individual items often don’t amount to a huge expense, your total indirect spend and associated costs likely constitute a significant portion of your overhead expenses.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2018

The Trump administration recently levied significant tariffs against primary U.S. trading partners, including the European Union, Canada, and Mexico. Additional tariffs have been enacted against China and Russia as well. Ranging from 10 to 25 percent, reports Ben Ames of DC Velocity , the markets have stood leery of this action. Although a trade war has not yet come to fruition, the possibility remains.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 10, 2018

While most supply chains operate on the assumption that if the freight is frozen, something has gone terribly awry. However, some goods need to be kept on ice in order to maintain freshness and comply with food safety regulations. . Much the same as any other supply chain, however, cold and frozen supply chains are also subject to the laws of demand.

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