Blue Grace Logistics
AUGUST 30, 2021
Cold storage and transportation are growing steadily, and the industry must adapt the supply chain to its new regulations and needs. What This Blog Is About: The current status of cold storage and transportation. Four essential tips to help improve cold storage and transportation in the supply chain. What are the current and future trends in cold storage and transportation.
The Logistics of Logistics
AUGUST 30, 2021
The Flexe Story with Dave Glick. Dave Glick and Joe Lynch discuss the Flexe story. Dave is the Chief Technology Officer at Flexe , a market place for matching shippers who need fulfillment or distribution capacity with 3PLs who have existing capacity in their existing warehouses. About Dave Glick. As CTO, David is responsible for the design and development of the Flexe Logistics Platform.
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Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 30, 2021
GreyOrange Goods-to-Man Robots. JLL, a leader in real estate services, recently put out a research paper called “ The future of global logistics real estate.” The survey, conducted in April 2021, was completed by an impressive number of respondents – 720 logistics experts across 43 countries and territories. One of the questions asked was “Which building design features will be important?
Logistics Management
AUGUST 30, 2021
Despite the high hurdles facing the freight forwarding industry, positive indicators point to continued growth especially for forwarders with the resources, capability, and the culture to adapt.
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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 and Logistics
AUGUST 30, 2021
Ships periodically require surveys, which are inspections a lot like your annual car inspection, though a lot of states don’t have them anymore.
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Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 30, 2021
Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation, a global logistics solutions provider, announced the launch of its Odyssey Cloverleaf Program, leveraging business intelligence tools to advance to a carbon-neutral world.
Logistics Management
AUGUST 30, 2021
Total July shipments—at 1,534,553—eked out a 0.5% annual gain, trailing June’s 12.0% annual gain, to 1,585,111 shipments. Domestic containers—at 651,309—decreased 5.9% compare to July 2020, with trailers—at 99,230—down 7.5%. All domestic equipment—at 750,539—slipped 6.1%, and international, or ISO, containers—at 784,014—were up 7.8%.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 30, 2021
A discussion about what it means to build a “future-ready” supply chain, with Manish Sharma, group chief executive officer of operations, and Kris Timmermans, head of the Supply Chain & Operations Practice, with Accenture.
NGT News
AUGUST 30, 2021
Ideanomics, a company focused on driving the adoption of commercial electric vehicles (EV) and associated energy consumption, is acquiring VIA Motors International Inc. in an all-stock transaction for a 100% ownership stake, subject to customary closing conditions, including Ideanomics’ shareholder approval. VIA Motors, headquartered in Orem, Utah, will manufacture commercial EVs, including Class 2 through […].
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
Trux
AUGUST 30, 2021
When you look at your fleet of dump trucks, do you see them as half full or half empty? It’s not a question of whether you have a sunny outlook or not. It’s really a matter of your asset utilization. The best answer, of course, is to see them fully loaded.
NGT News
AUGUST 30, 2021
Maryland is awarding $3.7 million in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure to 37 sites using funds from the state’s settlement with Volkswagen (VW) for air pollution violations, Gov. Larry Hogan states. “For more than six years now, Maryland has been setting an example for the nation of strong environmental leadership,” says Governor Hogan. “This is […].
WorkWave
AUGUST 30, 2021
Time To Read: 5 minutes. 70% of U.S. households have a pet. This is a significant fraction of the residential market, indicating that, to find and keep customers , pet safety will need to become a priority for many pest control and landscaping businesses. While strides have been made to make insecticides less harmful for both humans and pets, it’s still an industry-wide challenge to provide both highly effective and pet-friendly pest control.
NGT News
AUGUST 30, 2021
Penske Truck Leasing continues to expand its fleet electrification efforts, including the evaluation of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to support the emerging charging needs of battery electric trucks. Since April 2021, Penske has worked with Stem Inc. to pilot its Athena smart energy storage software and operate an advanced battery storage system.
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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.
Logistics Management
AUGUST 30, 2021
Get the full story to find out how Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) are helping ISN scale its business.
Overdrive Online
AUGUST 30, 2021
Take home the vaunted title belt with one of the trucking world's only prizes for small fleet professionals in Overdrive's 2021 Small Fleet Championship.
Logistics Management
AUGUST 30, 2021
For June, the most recent month for which data is available, the SCI reading was -12.0, which FTR noted “[reflects] a tough environment for shippers.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 30, 2021
There’s a cost to making supply chains sustainable — but there are big opportunities for profit as well.
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This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.
Logistics Management
AUGUST 30, 2021
Kathy Fulton, Executive Director of the American Logisitcs Aid Network (ALAN) provided guidance to to supply chain, freight transportation, and logistics professionals about Hurricane Ida.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 30, 2021
MOVE Asia will bring together those driving change in urban mobility across Asia to explore the opportunities, strategies and developments to fast-track smart mobility across Asia.
Logistics Management
AUGUST 30, 2021
During this podcast, Haber provided a detailed overview of key trends and themes in parcel, express delivery, and last-mile logistics sectors. Topics covered included: Peak Season prospects; rates and pricing; current service levels; and Amazon's logistics growth, among others.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 30, 2021
The voyage will be the world’s first test of an autonomous ship in an area with heavy marine traffic.
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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 Management
AUGUST 30, 2021
Total July U.S.-bound shipments—at 1,285,714—increased 21.1% annually and are up 26.6% on a year-to-date basis through July. And containerized freight imports—at 2,880,451 TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units)—were up 14.3% annually and were up 28.8% year-to-date, at 19,914,399 TEU.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 30, 2021
Warehouse optimization is often linked to the adaption of smart robotics and automation which, while effective, can be costly. In this webinar, discover how you can use warehouse resource optimization systems (WROS) to enhance your operations -- with the tools and resources available to you.
Overdrive Online
AUGUST 30, 2021
For this final "Songs of the Highway" podcast installment, arguably the best-known and most-loved trucking movie, “Smokey and the Bandit,” takes center stage with its signature song by Jerry Reed, “Eastbound and Down.”.
PLS Logistics
AUGUST 30, 2021
There were many new transportation updates in the shipping industry last month. Check out some of the top stories and transportation updates of August 2021!
Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive
Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 30, 2021
More than a million customers in New Orleans and beyond face days or even weeks without electricity during the summer heat after Hurricane Ida devastated the power infrastructure.
Food Logistics
AUGUST 30, 2021
Now would be a good time to look at both asset mix and asset utilization to ensure you have the right assets properly assigned to routes and are not overusing some assets while underutilizing others.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 30, 2021
With real-time data, businesses can gain greater visibility and insight into their supply chains and identify where to cut costs, how and when to pivot, and how to make smarter, more informed decisions.
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