Now, That's Logistics
JUNE 21, 2022
By protecting shippers from financial loss due to lost or damaged cargo, cargo insurance has always been an important consideration for companies managing both international and domestic shipments. In light of the current supply chain disruptions and numerous high-profile transportation challenges, more shippers are using cargo insurance to help reduce risk and address these uncertainties.
Supply Chain and Logistics
JUNE 21, 2022
How do innovations get to logistics and supply chain firms? Here is the current state of the situation. We went through a period of high venture capitalist (VC) interest in Supply Chain and Logistics startups.
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Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 21, 2022
Supply constraints, exacerbated by Russia’s war in Ukraine this year, account for about half of the surge in U.S. inflation, with demand currently making up a third of the increase, according to new research from the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
JUNE 21, 2022
Contrary to general opinion, the causes of the supply chain disruptions currently being experienced worldwide were prevalent long before the Covid-19 pandemic. . The US-China trade war got the ball rolling and exposed the problem by highlighting the worldwide shortage of containers. There are many causes, for example, container ships from Asia are now too large to traverse the Panama Canal (20 years ago they were not), so they offload on the West Coast of the United States and are compelled to
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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 Brain
JUNE 21, 2022
By design, blockchain technology is meant to be free from interference by banks, companies and governments. But a new report says the decentralized system might not be working as well as many crypto enthusiasts assume.
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Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 21, 2022
When The Kroger Co. formed a partnership in 2018 with Ocado Group, they knew e-grocery had a bright future. Of course, the move turned out to be far more timely than both retailers anticipated.
Commercial Carrier Journal
JUNE 21, 2022
Truckload carriers shouldered a 10.2% jump in cost, according to the report, while LTL carriers were hit for an extra 13.2%.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 21, 2022
Chipotle is taking food security and supply chain visibility to a new level, by offering customers information about the source of every ingredient on its menu.
Blue Grace Logistics
JUNE 21, 2022
FreightWaves NOW – June 21, 2022. FreightWaves NOW hosts talk to Andy Berke , Sr. Director of Strategic Ventures at BlueGrace Logistics, on what to look for when partnering with a 3PL. To read the entire blog visit BlueGrace Logistics.
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
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 21, 2022
For businesses looking to gain and retain customers, streamlining the online shopping process becomes critical.
Trinity Logistics
JUNE 21, 2022
When one hears “supply chain,” typically they first think of the physical components; the raw materials needed by a specific time for manufacturers or finished products to retail stores. The digital parts of supply chains work in a similar fashion. Cyber supply chains focus on keeping the physical aspects of business moving using applications, information systems, or digital vendors.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 21, 2022
Toyota Motor Corp. is tying up with Redwood Materials Inc., a battery recycling company created by Tesla Inc. co-founder J.B. Straubel, to collect and repurpose cells from some of the earliest battery-powered vehicles.
GoShip Blog
JUNE 21, 2022
Digital marketing is the use of online-based technologies to promote products or services. This form of marketing leverages online tools to reach a wider audience, build sustainable relationships, and generate sales. It is an indispensable tool for small businesses that wish to thrive in today’s day and age. Here are some of the best digital marketing strategies for your small business: Use social media.
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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 Business Magazine
JUNE 21, 2022
PFERD-Rüggeberg S.A., a leading brand in grinding tool solutions for treating surfaces and cutting materials, has extended its logistics warehouse in Júndiz, Álava, Spain entrusting in the industrial storage specialist AR Racking for the advice, design and installation of the warehouse extension. PFERD’s ongoing commitment to quality and improvement processes have led to the recent extension of one of its 8 production centres worldwide.
Food Logistics
JUNE 21, 2022
The Mini-Bid tool helps 3PL providers and shippers manage market volatility.
Logistics Business Magazine
JUNE 21, 2022
Vanas Engineering has sold its very first OPEX® Sure Sort® automation solution in the Benelux to Lulubuy, Luxembourg, a global pioneer in progressive e-commerce distribution. Lulubuy plans to install the Sure Sort sorter in its warehouse to replace manual put walls. In early 2022, Vanas Engineering announced their partnership with OPEX GmbH, a US manufacturer of warehouse automation solutions.
EazyStock
JUNE 21, 2022
Many more traditional supply chain strategies originated in a steadier business environment. Predictable business cycles and stable demand allowed supply chain professionals to focus less on solving challenges and more on cost reductions. With today’s changing demand, volatility, and supply chain disruptions, supply chain professionals must focus more on problem-solving to ensure stock availability and business continuity.
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Logistics Business Magazine
JUNE 21, 2022
Frazer Watson, UK–Ireland Country Manager at AMR designer and manufacturer iFollow , examines how AMRs can contribute to improving safety in increasingly busy warehouses. The good news is that the UK is one of the safest countries in Europe in which to work, with consistently one of the lowest rates of fatal injuries across all industries compared to other large European economies.
MercuryGate
JUNE 21, 2022
Like most things in life, TMS is not free. An implementation may cost managers money to initially set up and maintain, outside any TMS software price. Balancing TMS fees, TMS pricing variations, and the overall cost of transportation management systems can present a challenge for businesses today. The post TMS Software Price: What Shippers and LSPs Need to Know appeared first on MercuryGate International.
Logistics Business Magazine
JUNE 21, 2022
Infinium Logistics , a global logistics solutions business, announces that it has hired L&G’s Tom Gough as Investment Director; former Deliveroo, Amazon and Gett legal heavyweight, Chris Fletcher as General Counsel; and Amazon’s Ben Clark as Acquisitions Manager. The three strategic hires follow the successful launch of Infinium’s debut property investment fund – GreenPoint Infinium Holdings LP.
PLS Logistics
JUNE 21, 2022
Multimodal transport combines different types of transport to ship your goods in the most effective way.
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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 Business Magazine
JUNE 21, 2022
Lödige Industries , a leader in air cargo terminals, has installed a new fully automated air cargo terminal at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, China. The core of the new international cargo facility consists of two elevating transfer vehicles (ETVs) with a five-level, three-directional automated ULD storage and handling system for 227 20ft storage positions, ensuring a smooth and efficient flow of cargo at the cutting edge airport in Chengdu, the capital of China’s Sichuan province.
Penske Move Ahead
JUNE 21, 2022
Surging demand, tight capacity, supply chain disruptions and inflation kept intense pressures on the entire logistics sector throughout 2021, and 2022 seems to be offering little respite as uncertainties linger. Shippers are increasingly seeking the assistance of third-party logistics providers in navigating supply chain complexity, service disruptions and surging customer demands.
Odyssey Logistics
JUNE 21, 2022
Warehouse space is in big demand as companies adjust to the uptick in e-commerce orders, ongoing labor constraints and other pandemic-driven fulfillment challenges. “As retailers and logistics companies try to stockpile goods to hedge against supply chain problems, they are facing a new challenge: In many parts of the United States, there is little to.
Supply Chain and Logistics
JUNE 21, 2022
In many markets, Amazon’s desire for warehouse workers seems to be exceeding what’s available. this is according to an internal report obtained by Vox. Warehouses everywhere churn through workers.
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
Locus
JUNE 21, 2022
The 21st-century customer is a tough cookie. They desire fast, speedy and reliable order fulfillment without compromising on product quality. They demand transparency and regular updates, and they also want flexible delivery hours, and, in turn, offer their loyalty. These are expectations not just from business to consumer (B2C) sales channels but from business to business (B2B) retailers as well, making it vital for retailers and logistics providers to walk at the same pace as the customer.
Trux
JUNE 21, 2022
Of all the strategies you could employ to radically improve efficiency across your operations, adding dump truck dispatching software is the one single move material producers and others in the construction industry should consider right now.
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