Kane is Able
JANUARY 18, 2018
About 15 years ago, I changed industries from healthcare to logistics. As I am an IT professional, you might think it was a jump from an antiquated, paper-based world to a high-speed, technologically advanced one. Actually, I’ve been surprised at the extent to which the exchange of supply chain data in the logistics world remains old-school or simply manual.
Supply Chain and Logistics
JANUARY 18, 2018
Project Selfie examined load factors used in reporting by major airlines. It turns out that there is a wide range of ways the load factor is calculated by airlines.
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Fleet Owner
JANUARY 18, 2018
Hosted by Ellen Voie, president and CEO of The Women In Trucking Association, the weekly show will begin on Jan. 20.
Material Handling and Logistics
JANUARY 18, 2018
"This year can and must be the year of major infrastructure investment. We have the political will, the bipartisan support -- and we certainly have the need,” said U.S Chamber of Commerce President Tom Donohue.
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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.
Fleet Owner
JANUARY 18, 2018
Yet trucking trends are mixed as higher rates are being offset by a decrease in load counts, higher wages and contractor costs, plus a rise in unseated truck numbers.
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Fleet Owner
JANUARY 18, 2018
Forward collision mitigation technology for heavy trucks has had years to mature and prove itself, and research and experience show it could save lives and costs. Should the government mandate it on commercial trucks?
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 18, 2018
There are hundreds of thousands of 3rd party and carrier-provided shipping systems in circulation like label-printing cash registers cha-chinging in warehouses all over the world. Many shippers have more than one, each one representing a silo of valuable information that could provide valuable insight into potential performance improvements and cost-saving opportunities for parcel execution.
Fleet Owner
JANUARY 18, 2018
New paperless EROAD Driver Vehicle Inspection Report helps trucks comply with inspection regulations and focuses on improving safety.
Logistics Management
JANUARY 18, 2018
With a focus on providing more efficient and secure methods for conducting global trade through the usage of blockchain technology, ocean cargo giant A.P. Moller-Maersk and technology powerhouse IBM announced plans this week for a joint venture (JV).
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
Fleet Owner
JANUARY 18, 2018
When discussing propane vs. diesel vehicles, the concern I hear about diesel is “Too cold, won’t work, paying to warm up.” And that leads to questions about propane, such as: How fast does it fill? Does it have the power?
Material Handling and Logistics
JANUARY 18, 2018
Zebra Technologies Corp. has introduced the MC3300 handheld computer series and the VC80x vehicle-mount mobile computer.
Fleet Owner
JANUARY 18, 2018
Kenworth and the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) have teamed up for the 16th consecutive year to provide a $1,000 savings to OOIDA members on qualifying purchases of new Kenworth sleeper trucks in 2018.
Logistics Management
JANUARY 18, 2018
December national averages for dry and reefer (refrigerated) van rates, respectively, saw 2017 highs, said DAT, and the national average flatbed rate was even with its high for the year, too.
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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.
Fleet Owner
JANUARY 18, 2018
Ford showed off photos of its 2019 Ranger mid-size pickup, which enters the market as sales and interest have been growing in the segment.
Material Handling and Logistics
JANUARY 18, 2018
Logility Inc. has announced the availability of Dynamic Allocation and Replenishment, a new capability within Logility Voyager Retail Optimization.
Logistics Management
JANUARY 18, 2018
A report recently issued by the Problem Solvers Caucus platform focuses on bipartisan policy solutions with an eye on augmenting United States’ infrastructure. Entitled, “Rebuilding America’s Infrastructure,” the report comes at a time when the current status of U.S. infrastructure planning, from both an operational and financial perspective, is somewhat stuck in neutral.
Bringg
JANUARY 18, 2018
It’s been an exciting week here at Bringg as we announced our latest financing round from Salesforce Ventures, automotive leader Dr. Shmuel Harlap, and shipping and real estate magnate Eyal Ofer (via O.G. Tech Ventures). This is an important milestone that will enable us to keep growing and fulfilling our mission to help enterprises across the globe achieve logistical excellence across their delivery ecosystems. 2017 was a year of explosive growth for us in terms of both the number of customers
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Logistics Management
JANUARY 18, 2018
The transportation industry is focused on competition from the likes of Uber Eats, DoorDash, Roadie and Zifty, but we should be paying close attention to what’s occurring in the electric vehicle sphere.
Bringg
JANUARY 18, 2018
It’s been an exciting week here at Bringg as we announced our latest financing round from Salesforce Ventures, automotive leader Dr. Shmuel Harlap, and shipping and real estate magnate Eyal Ofer (via O.G. Tech Ventures). This is an important milestone that will enable us to keep growing and fulfilling our mission to help enterprises across the globe achieve logistical excellence across their delivery ecosystems. 2017 was a year of explosive growth for us in terms of both the number of customers
Logistics Management
JANUARY 18, 2018
Freight volumes, Intermodal containers and trailers headed up 5% to 270,586, ahead of the 207,216 recorded for the week ending January 6.
Blue Grace Logistics
JANUARY 18, 2018
As we enter into a brand-new year, it’s time to start looking ahead to what 2018 will hold. The past few years have been considerable, in terms of both changes and technological advancements, with the freight industry seeing some of the most drastic changes. Mergers and acquisitions have challenged the playing field by taking smaller players off the board and strengthening the position of others.
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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
JANUARY 18, 2018
Supply chain visibility is not an end, but a tool. It is the means to achieving true supply chain effectiveness, agility and ultimately, corporate profitability.
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 18, 2018
The growing cyber-dependency of governments and companies, and the associated risks of hacking by criminals or hostile states, has replaced social polarization as a main threat to stability over the next decade, according to the WEF’s yearly assessment of global risks, published Wednesday at Bloomberg LP’s new European headquarters in London. The Davos forum starts Jan. 23 in the Swiss ski resort.
Airfreight Logistics
JANUARY 18, 2018
Mark Whitehead, Chief Executive of Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) will retire on March 7 th after nearly 8 years at the helm. Whitehead’s place will be taken by Wilson Kwong. . Kwong is currently the Chief Executive of Jardine Engineering Corporation (JEC). He joined the Jardine Matheson Group in 1998, and has worked in Jardine Aviation Services, the Jardine Matheson Head Office, and Hongkong Land.
Logistics Business Magazine
JANUARY 18, 2018
The French company MDS, specialized in logistics services for book retailers and located in Dourdan, near Paris, is integrating the invoicing system inconsoLSA (Logistics Services Accounting) developed by inconso. The logistics services provider chose a system that creates operational flexibility when invoicing the services rendered for publishing companies’ customers.
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
Automotive Logistics
JANUARY 18, 2018
A volatile 2017 hurricane season saw successive storms hit the US south-east and the Caribbean , counting at least 500,000 vehicles in the US alone among its many damages and leading to emergency planning once again gaining a greater level of prominence within the finished vehicle supply chain. While matching the claims experience and damage repair responsibilities of the average car owner against those of an OEM or logistics provider carrying new vehicles is an apples-to-oranges comparison, all
Infosys Supply Chain Management
JANUARY 18, 2018
When it comes to IBM Maximo, the first impression everyone gets is a Work and Asset Management (WAM) solution. This being true because of the rich WAM features, Industry specific solutions and Add-on solutions offered by IBM Maximo. Primarily because of this reason, IBM Maximo has been featuring in the Gartner's Leaders Quadrant for so many years. As much Maximo has been famous for its WAM capabilities, it was also known for its limited Supply Chain capabilities especially till version 6 and 7.1
Talking Logistics
JANUARY 18, 2018
The term “control tower” has been around for a long time in the supply chain and I recently had a great conversation on the common misconceptions of what control towers are with Tom Nightingale and Adrian Gonzalez (you can watch the video here ). The consensus was that supply chain leaders’ expectations of a control tower are much different than what control towers can now do for their business.
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