Cyzerg

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Warehouse technology is an effective, sustainable, and cost-efficient solution to addressing the challenges of the warehouse. Especially now, when the market is transitioning to e-commerce platforms that are accessible and open 24/7/365, it is becoming increasingly crucial to move warehouses from relying too heavily on costly human labor and into a more automated and technology-focused operation – a transition called “ Warehouse Digitalization ” To help you prepare for Warehouse Digitalization,

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Shipsta

OCTOBER 10, 2023

With recent developments and continued volatility in the transportation industry, most procurement and logistics leaders have understood how essential it is to infuse their end-to-end freight process with relevant insights and additional execution power. Enabling data-driven decision making, along with automation & speed, becomes key for succeeding in a VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous) world.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Even before the pandemic, businesses have struggled to keep pace with rising customer demand and provide on-time, in-full (OTIF) deliveries faster and at lower costs. As consumers and B2B customers increasingly expect more for less, businesses are challenged with offering faster shipping options, broader product assortments, and lower prices. If keeping pace consistently and profitably.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Slow steaming is a good way to save on fuel costs and meet the new IMO requirements. So ships have slowed down. But I was amazed at the graph below, showing a trend for quite a while.

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Advertiser: GEP

Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

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Overdrive Online

OCTOBER 10, 2023

After an Overdrive report on a bizarre act of vandalism against a sleeping trucker's rig, another report emerged with eerie similarities and no clear cause.

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Women in Trucking

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The republic of Namibia is a country in Southern Africa. This sub-Saharan country is one of the driest and least-populated areas in the world. Although the nation borders the Atlantic Ocean, it depends on groundwater for residential and commercial needs.

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Trucking 93

Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Following are seven strategies that can help warehouses navigate the complexities of peak-seasons fulfillment.

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Strategy 116

NGT News

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Ballard Power Systems says longtime customer Solaris Bus & Coach has signed multiple purchase orders totaling 177 hydrogen fuel cell engines. Ballard expects limited initial deliveries of the engines this year, with the remainder to ship from 2024 through 2026. The orders include the supply of fuel cell engines to support the largest announced deployment […] The post Solaris Buying 177 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Engines from Ballard appeared first on NGT News.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Used truck sales are more than a function of how well new trucks are selling.

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Trucking 116

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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.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Shippers Navigate Stable Market Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - October 10, 2023 Many of the concerns from earlier this year have dissipated and shippers are beginning to look for lengthier contracts with stable rates. Brian Straight | Supply Chain Management Review October 10, 2023 First, rising fuel prices were going to plunge the logistics sector into an abyss.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Glass slippers. Jeans. Winter hats. There are a million products that are not one size fits all. That means consumers need to really do the research when making online purchase decisions, otherwise the risk for returns is strong. On the other side of that coin, ecommerce brand owners need to be just as careful when selecting their 3PL fulfillment service partners.

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MercuryGate

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Peak season 2023 won’t be the typical frenzied stocking and selling madhouse. Instead, it'll mirror a market still adjusting to pandemic fallout as companies adapt to evolving consumer behavior and demand shifts. What does this mean for inventory management? The post Inbound Freight Challenges: Tackle a Subdued Peak Shipping Season with Visibility & Compliance appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 10, 2023

With the rapid adoption of automation and robotics, then, it’s important to explore how advanced technology can improve worker safety.

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Automation 69

Advertiser: GEP

Generative AI goes beyond just automating tasks and providing real-time answers. Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? In this whitepaper — Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes With the Power of Generative AI — experts reveal how the strategic application of generative AI within procurement processes is paving the way for groundbreaking improvements.

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 10, 2023

With the new Backhaul feature, supply chain teams can actively reduce mileage, carbon emissions, and costs, while optimizing reverse flows.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The unions and Chevron are scheduled to meet at 10:30 p.m. ET on October 10 for talks with Bernie Riordan, the commissioner of Australia’s Fair Work Commission.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2023

UK logistics specialist Kammac is taking the pain out of e-fulfilment with a new pop-up service, helping start-up businesses to outsource their operation within days. Backed by dedicated centres and experienced personnel, the solution gives companies the flexibility to scale up rapidly without committing to long-term overheads or compromising on customer experience.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The launch of Log-hub 3.4 also coincides with the introduction of Log-hub’s Freight Matrix application, which can be used to manage a company’s cost structures.

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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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FW Logsitcs

OCTOBER 10, 2023

In today’s fast-paced business world, effective and efficient inventory management is critical to any successful third-party logistics warehouse operation. Efficient inventory management in a 3PL warehouse ensures a steady flow of goods, improves overall operational efficiency, and reduces costs. This article explores the importance of managing inventory in a 3PL warehouse, how a 3PL partner can optimize your inventory process, and the role of technology in improving inventory efficiency.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 10, 2023

U.S. ports handled 1.96 million TEU in August, a 13.5% year-over-year drop-off and less than the 2 million TEU the NRF originally expected the ports to handle.

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NGT News

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Omnitrans of San Bernardino Valley has ordered 18 battery-electric, three-door bus rapid transit Xcelsior CHARGE NG 40-foot transit buses and four fuel cell-electric Xcelsior CHARGE FC 40-foot transit buses from New Flyer of America Inc. Omnitrans provides public transportation services to 15 cities and unincorporated San Bernardino County, Calif., supporting over 11 million annual passenger […] The post San Bernardino Transit Agency Acquiring Electric Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Deanna Kaufman, vice president of Körber Supply Chain, addresses some of the biggest issues affecting supply chains today: data integration, people assets, cost reduction and the carbon footprint.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2023

To improve turnaround time from design to production, SEE® introduces new digital die cutting capabilities for its SEALED AIR® brand Korrvu® retention and suspension packaging. This new offering replaces traditional die tooling with digital die cutting, which speeds up production lead times from months to weeks. Digital-first production also allows customers to place smaller minimum order quantities, so they don’t have to store excess packaging at their business.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 10, 2023

A previous court decision to support a legal challenge by a group of executives to proposed hikes in salaries for other workers was overturned October 10.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Today, at its 2023 European Exchange customer conference, Manhattan Associates Inc. (NASDAQ: MANH) announced the findings of its latest international omnichannel research, highlighting how retailers are increasingly digitizing their offering in efforts to improve customer experiences and maintain market share, with inventory visibility being key. THE CHANGING FACE OF THE STORE Trending in the right direction, 54% of retailers reported that their customers could buy in-store and return online (50

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The walkout came after Unifor said that GM was “stubbornly refusing” to match the three-year deal the labor union had previously reached with Ford Motor.

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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.

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Locus

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The increased digitalization of our lives has meant that now more than ever, personal data is being shared and transacted, often without people’s consent. Repeated instances of data breaches has prompted governments and organizations to implement robust cybersecurity solutions. As another step in this direction, the Government of India released the Digital Personal Data Protection Act bill in August 2023.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The organization ordered ten additional Ford E-Transit e-vans that will be deployed in Győr, Pécs, Zalaegerszeg and Szeged next year.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2023

When the Samworth Brothers company was looking for a new hanging sign for its chilled distribution site in Leicester they chose to partner with inotec which specialises in supplying bespoke warehouse labelling and line marking solutions. The result is an innovative ‘docket grab’ hanging sign that uses ball bearings to grip dockets. These signs, which can be either single or double-sided, are now being used in the pick by line area of Samworth’s Oak Meadow facility.

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