GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The state of the trucking market in 2021 is uncertain, filled with risk, and continues to evolve, making logistics management challenging.? Let’s consider these top factors affecting the trucking market, their implications on supply chains and how they are driving change within the industry. . Capacity Constraints Continue to Arise. Capacity constraints continue to come under microscope as shippers look for a better understanding to the state of the market.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Most consumers have become comfortable shopping online due to the pandemic, but the rise in online shipments leads to apprehension about supply chain sustainability in eCommerce. High order volumes mean more parcel delivery trucks on the road, more packaging waste in the trash, and more power consumption in fulfillment centers, among other concerns.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

It’s a good time for larger shippers to consider a dedicated fleet, according to this consultant. The driver shortage and inability for carriers and 3PLs to offer good schedules are making it hard to book a good service.

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

For UPS, providing service levels it prides itself on, is a key part in its approach to the 2021 Peak Season and beyond.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

In recent years Vietnam has had its day in the sun, as production of certain items has shifted from China. It’s been cheaper to manufacture in Vietnam, and it’s been a boon to Vietnam’s economy.

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Data recently provided to LM by ShipMatrix, a subsidiary of Pittsburgh-based SJ Consulting showed somewhat mixed on--time performance (OTP) ranges, in July and August, for major parcel carriers, including UPS, FedEx, and the United States Postal Service (USPS).

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Trade-reliant Thailand plans to launch a national shipping company next year to bolster its trade capabilities, reduce transport costs and become a bigger player in global logistics as the Malacca bypass opens.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

E-commerce sales have continued to soar in 2021. The National Retail Federation projects 2021 non-store and online sales will grow 18-23 percent to $1.09-1.13 trillion , and many retailers should expect significantly more e-commerce orders during peak season. With the carrier capacity crunch and other challenges looming large, seamlessly fulfilling all those orders will be no easy task for many merchants.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

While home-grown stars like Nio Inc. and Xpeng Inc. have gone on to raise billions of dollars and are now selling cars in numbers that rival Tesla, scores more have fallen by the wayside, unable to raise the crazy amounts of capital needed to make automobiles at scale.

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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

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Overdrive Online

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

J.R. Schleuger did the custom work on the build, inspired by childhood memories of his father's cabover. It's the only COE he's rebuilt, and he said he plans to keep it that way due to the difficulty involved compared to a conventional.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Nick Banich, chief revenue officer for North America with Miebach Consulting, Inc., relates how a combination of growing demand unpredictability and new technology tools is motivating supply chain managers to speed up the decision-making process.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

As a transportation management system (TMS) technology provider we see a lot of truckload (TL) brokerage firms in various stages of growth. Some start TMS vendor searches proactively to help facilitate business expansion, while others, more commonly, have some problem with their growth plans and are looking for help. Either way, let’s explore some common.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The retail and eCommerce landscapes have significantly shifted over the past year and a visit to IRX & eDX will provide retail professionals with the toolkit they need to support their business in the new climate.

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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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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Lyten, an advanced materials company, has introduced its LytCell EV lithium-sulfur (Li-S) battery platform. This latest battery innovation is optimized specifically for the electric vehicle (EV) market and is designed to deliver three times the gravimetric energy density of conventional lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Lyten, as it exits from stealth mode, has worked closely with the […].

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

To understand why more than 100 container ships are waiting to enter U.S. ports from Southern California to Savannah, Georgia, it helps to keep tabs on the congestion that’s building at another key junction of freight transportation: rail yards.

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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Xos Inc., a manufacturer of fully electric Class 5 to Class 8 commercial vehicles, is collaborating with Cox Automotive Mobility to leverage the automotive services provider’s electric vehicle (EV) battery remanufacturing capabilities for Xos battery packs. Cox Automotive Mobility also announced a foundational investment for its new EV battery service network with the acquisition of […].

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FreightWaves SONAR

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Shippers are at a disadvantage in negotiations with carriers and brokers unless they have adequate data and real-time information surrounding the freight market. Shippers’ main focus isn’t moving freight, it’s manufacturing the goods to be moved. Then shippers enter negotiations with carriers and brokers, who live and die by the freight market, putting them on the back foot from the get-go.

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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

NFI Group Inc. has announced that the BYD UK and Alexander Dennis Ltd. (ADL) electric vehicle (EV) partnership has supplied five BYD ADL Enviro400EV zero emission double deck buses to the West Yorkshire Combined Authority and bus operator First Bus for the new Stourton Park & Ride service in Leeds. ADL is a subsidiary of […]. The post NFI, ADL Supply Electric Double Deck Buses in the UK appeared first on NGT News.

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Kane is Able

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Mergers & Acquisitions in the third-party logistics (3PL) industry are on the upswing. Is that a good thing for users of 3PL services? It can be, but shippers working with 3PLs that are the product of recent mergers must do their due diligence to assure that these mergers have only positive benefits. Let’s look at the PROs and CONs of 3PL industry consolidation.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Top female leaders recognized on annual list of logistics industry’s most influential. TAMPA, FL (September 23, 2021) – BlueGrace Logistics (BlueGrace) is honored to announce the inclusion of Bonnie Beckmann , Senior Director of Commercial Operations and Debbie Heatherley , Director of IT, to Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s list of 2021 Women in Supply Chain Award winners. “I feel incredibly fortunate to have been recognized alongside many amazing women in supply chai

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Descartes Systems Group , a global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, has published the findings of its Consumer Online Delivery Research, which set out to assess consumers’ online purchasing experiences across Europe. Undertaken by SAPIO Research during July 2021, the interviews with consumers across Europe highlighted that quality of the delivery service is undermining overall customer perception of both delivery companies and retailers – leading to lost sales.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Shippers and carriers are turning to technology to overcome new supply chain challenges. One process that requires a lot of personnel interaction, and has been specifically targeted for improvement, is the transfer of the bill of lading (BOL).

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MercuryGate

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

In the supply chain, a courier service provides an essential means to ensuring pickup and delivery within the final mile. Unfortunately, the traditional approach to courier management rarely works at optimum levels with a legacy tech stack. And since couriers are the life force of final mile logistics, shippers need to understand the top challenges […].

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Discover how a returns management system (RMS) changes the game for online returns.

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WorkWave

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Time To Read: 14 minutes. Grocery shopping has changed significantly in recent years, as more consumers order their weekly shopping online for delivery. The grocery shopping and delivery business industry has struggled to some extent over the past year; new opportunities for online shopping and catering to customers have grown into a thriving success.

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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

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I.C.E. Transport

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Freight forwarders play a crucial role in global trade. But what is freight forwarding? Even if you’ve worked with this kind of partner in the past, you might not realize all that this service includes, or how much value you gain from the relationship. Here’s the full story.

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FLS Transport

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The Top 6 Stories in Freight. Here’s what’s happening this week: Port bottleneck finger pointing persists at LA-Long Beach North American ports fuel the global supply chain backup Inbound logistics becoming an organizational priority Sustained consumer demand is causing headaches Spot and rejection rates increase for U.S. east-west loads Ports of LA-Long Beach expand operating hours.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

nShift , a global provider of cloud delivery management solutions for e-commerce shops, retailers, manufacturers and third-party logistics companies has acquired Webshipper. Webshipper is a leading e-commerce cloud delivery management platform, serving over 5,000 e-commerce stores in Denmark, including Hummel, Miinto, Message, Pilgrim, and Shaping New Tomorrow.

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