Wed.Nov 15, 2023

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OTTO Motors Commits to Production Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

Rockwell Automation hosted its user conference, Automation Fair , in Boston, MA during the week of November 6. Many of my ARC Advisory Group colleagues were in attendance due to our company’s strong focus on manufacturing automation. However, it was a different experience for me due to my focus on logistics technologies. I attended because of Rockwell Automation’s recently expanded presence in production logistics due to its acquisition of OTTO Motors.

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Key Takeaways from SAP Logistics Info Days 2023

Talking Logistics

During 2020 and 2021, most companies were focused on managing the disruptions caused by the Covid pandemic. In 2022, having a bit more room to breathe, companies started to reflect on the lessons learned from the previous two years (e.g., we need to make our supply chains more resilient). This year, it seems like companies. Read more The post Key Takeaways from SAP Logistics Info Days 2023 appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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ERP Digitization: MRO as a Business Driver

Supply Chain Brain

The state of the economy and the mounting push to digitize supply chain processes are driving a creative approach to maintaining the integrity of your company's item master.

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FMCSA aims at brokers who 'do not intend to pay' carriers with final rule

Overdrive Online

The agency said its changes to the broker regulations are intended to reduce freight fraud by "limiting the time brokers can continue to accrue claims" before their authority is suspended, among other changes to broker/forwarder and surety/trust regs.

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Rethinking warehouse work culture: Can automation create better workplaces?

Heico Sandee, CEO of Smart Robotics, explores how automation redefines warehouse culture. By shifting repetitive tasks to skill-based roles, automation improves safety, fosters collaboration, and makes warehousing more appealing to today’s workforce.

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November 15, 2023 Update

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home November 15, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.

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Watch: Managing the Yard: Why a YMS?

Supply Chain Brain

With all the focus on warehouse management systems, facilities might be neglecting the importance of managing the yard as well, says Colin Mansfield, vice president of Yard Management Solutions.

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Artificial Intelligence in Logistics: A Massive Opportunity

MTS Logistics

Artificial intelligence is in its infancy but that doesn’t negate its current and, most definitely, future importance in all areas, especially logistics. In a growing global economy, logic would dictate that we need more advanced technologies (i.e. artificial intelligence) to even keep up with growing global demands. In other words, as systems and networks start to become even more complicated and complex with global trade, our need for AI becomes even more necessary to manage our part in this g

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Robots to Outnumber People at UPS’s Massive New Warehouse

Supply Chain Brain

The package-handling giant plans to fill the $79 million facility with more than 3,000 robots by 2024 to handle tasks like lifting, reducing the need for manual labor.

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Mack, UAW reach deal to end strike

Commercial Carrier Journal

Mack Trucks' UAW members, roughly 3,900 Mack employees, had been on strike since Oct. 9.

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Load Optimization: A Sustainable Way To Reduce Transportation Costs

Discover strategies to optimize load building and achieve significant transportation cost savings. Plus, learn how load optimization can help reduce CO 2 emissions and align with climate regulations and consumer expectations. Finally, discover best practices for sustainable load optimization.

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Are SaaS Apps the Achilles’ Heel for Supply Chain Attacks?

Supply Chain Brain

The shift toward an increasingly digital workforce has led to a massive increase in software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications. Yet many come with serious vulnerabilities, turning them from an asset into a liability.

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Importance of On-Time Delivery in Manufacturing: A Seamless Process for a Competitive Edge

Locus

In the pulsating heart of rapidly developing economies like India, the manufacturing sector isn’t just growing—it’s exploding. As the wheels of industry turn faster, the race is on: raw materials, components, and final products must not only reach their destinations but do so with clockwork precision. On-time delivery in manufacturing isn’t just a logistical necessity—it’s the gold standard for customer satisfaction.

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DOE Invests Another $3.5B in U.S. Battery Industry

Supply Chain Brain

The DOE is looking to strengthen the U.S.’s battery supply chain because the estimated demand for lithium is expected to increase tenfold by 2030.

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DirectPowerPS EV Charger Attains UL Certification

NGT News

Nidec Industrial Solutions has announced the successful UL certification of its DirectPowerPS DC fast charger. Granted by CSA Group, the UL Certification reflects the product’s adherence to industry standards for safety and performance. DirectPowerPS underwent rigorous testing and evaluation, ensuring full compliance with UL 2202, UL2231-1 and UL2231-2 standards.

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Autonomous AI Agents Are the Future of Procurement and Supply Chain Operations

As early as next year, procurement and supply chain operations will begin to adopt AI agents, often called “agentic AI,” to work alongside employees to make and execute decisions with precision across procurement and even the most complex global supply chains. Unlike LLM-based generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, these AI agents do not require prompts from humans.

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Russian Roulette: The High-Stakes Game of U.S. and EU Sanctions on Russia

Supply Chain Brain

While economic sanctions aim to pressure targeted countries, it's critical to scrutinize their reciprocal impact on the enforcing countries' economies.

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Toyota Unveils Its Hybrid Next-Generation Camry

NGT News

The Toyota Camry is entering its ninth generation with a fresh new look, enhanced performance and a hybrid powertrain. Designed and assembled in the U.S., the new Camry provides more power, good looks, feature-packed convenience, and capable handling, the company says. And now, as a part of Toyota’s effort to provide electrification for all, the […] The post Toyota Unveils Its Hybrid Next-Generation Camry appeared first on NGT News.

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Transfix Launches RFP Manager Tool

Supply Chain Brain

Transfix said that this new feature will allow companies to manage an RFP in just minutes rather than in hours.

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Mercedes-Benz Opens First EV Charging Hub

NGT News

Mercedes-Benz HPC North America, a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and MN8 Energy, has inaugurated its first Mercedes-Benz EV charging hub at the Mercedes-Benz USA headquarters in Sandy Springs, Ga. With the launch of the Mercedes-Benz charging network, the company provides fast, convenient and reliable EV charging while expanding the North American public charging map for […] The post Mercedes-Benz Opens First EV Charging Hub appeared first on NGT News.

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Freight Procurement Simplified: Bids from Hours to Minutes

Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski

Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re frustrated with the complex and manual processes for obtaining bids for your contract and spot freight, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, optimizing these processes is critical to staying competitive and cutting costs. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by strea

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Retailers Left with Excess Inventory Ahead of Holiday Season, Analysts Say

Supply Chain Brain

Two-thirds of the 30 retailers analyzed had inventory turnover rates below their peers, which indicates excess stock and/or slow sales.

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Lion Electric to Integrate Synop EV Management with LionBeat

NGT News

Synop, a platform for electric vehicle fleet solutions, has formed a partnership with The Lion Electric Company, a manufacturer of all-electric medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Through this partnership, Synop’s vehicle, charging and energy management solutions will be integrated with LionBeat, Lion’s telematics offering, and additionally available as an add-on solution for non-LionBeat subscribers.

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The Hidden Costs: How Inaccurate Freight Data Can Inflate Your Shipping Bills

GoShip Blog

Imagine planning a trip and getting the wrong ticket price because someone mistyped a number. Now, scale that up to the world of freight shipping, where a small data slip can mean big money lost. In the freight shipping industry, the accuracy of freight data is more than just a detail. It’s the cornerstone of cost management. Every day, countless shipments crisscross the nation, each with its data points: weight, dimensions, type, and destination.

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IVECO, Plus Plan Automated Trucking Pilot with Class 8 Fleet

NGT News

IVECO and Plus are working with dm-drogerie markt, a European retail drugstore chain, and transport and logistics provider DSV to launch an automated trucking pilot in Germany that will start in the first half of 2024. An IVECO heavy-duty truck integrated with Plus’s AI-based, driver-supervised, automated driving software will operate on a DSV route to […] The post IVECO, Plus Plan Automated Trucking Pilot with Class 8 Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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The Ultimate Guide to Transportation and Load Building Optimization

Enhance your transportation and load building efficiency with our comprehensive guide. Learn to tackle today's supply chain challenges and optimize your approach with advanced planning strategies. This guide covers: Supply Chain Challenges: Discover how transportation planning can address critical issues and improve efficiency. Load Building Benefits: Understand how effective load building can enhance your transportation processes.

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Walking Tractor Order by UK Supermarket

Logistics Business Magazine

Helge Nyberg AB in Sweden has received a large walking tractor order to a customer in the food trade, through the partner Toyota Material Handling in UK. The order includes 150 ‘walkies’ to be delivered to a supermarket chain in UK. Walkies are battery-powered tractors used to move heavy loads on wheels. They are easy to drive and can handle loads up to two tons.

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New Test from Edmunds Evaluates EV Charging Speeds

NGT News

Car shopping platform Edmunds has unveiled the Edmunds EV Charging Test, an independent evaluation of electric vehicle fast-charging speeds that provides consumers with crucial information about the time required to add range to a vehicle’s battery. The Edmunds EV Charging Test combines Level 3 charging measurements from automotive consultants P3 Group with proprietary data from […] The post New Test from Edmunds Evaluates EV Charging Speeds appeared first on NGT News.

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iLogistics Centre in Slovakia Doubles Capacity

Logistics Business Magazine

On Tuesday November 14th the international transport and logistics provider cargo-partner officially launched the construction of the third warehouse hall at its iLogistics Centre in Dunajská Streda. The expansion will almost double the storage capacity from the current 27,600 to 50,000 pallet spaces. Upon completion, cargo-partner will create 60 to 70 additional jobs at the new facility. cargo-partner has been operating in Slovakia for 30 years and is one of the most successful freight forwardi

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How to Deal with Concealed Damage in Freight Shipping

Freightera

What’s Concealed Damage and What to Do When It Happens One of the challenges businesses may face in freight shipping is dealing with concealed damage or shortages. Such damage refers to issues that are not immediately visible or noticeable upon delivery and it can be quite confusing for both the shipper and carrier. Here’s some information that can help you maneuver the process if you ever find yourself in that situation.

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How To Set Up Innovation So That It Aligns With And Enables Corporate Strategy

Speaker: Paul Heller

Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro

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Best Practices for Risk Assessment in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Radius Logistics

Risk Assessment in Logistics and Supply Chain Management In an increasingly complex and globalized world, logistics and supply chain operations face a multitude of risks. From sudden weather disruptions to geopolitical events, the challenges can be diverse and unexpected. To navigate these pitfalls and ensure smooth operations, comprehensive risk assessment in logistics is paramount.

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Insight to Action with Ryan Soskin

The Logistics of Logistics

Ryan Soskin and Joe Lynch discuss insight to action. Ryan is the Co-founder and CEO of GoodShip , an all-in-one platform for supply chain analytics, carrier management, and transportation procurement About Ryan Soskin Ryan Soskin is a 13 year logistics veteran and three time startup unicorn alum with a long history in freight tech. He began his career at Coyote Logistics and after 5.5 years and a $1.8B acquisition by UPS, Ryan left Coyote to join Convoy as an early team member.

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Irish Transporter Renews Trailers

Logistics Business Magazine

Noone Transport, based in Co. Meath, Ireland, is undergoing a period of significant investment as it opens up new routes throughout Ireland, the UK and continental Europe. Established in 1986 and now one of Ireland’s leading transport and logistics operators, Noone Transport provides an extensive range of transport and warehousing services to numerous industry sectors, including food, retail, autoparts and pharmaceutical.