Turvo

JANUARY 20, 2022

Logistics technology can have a tremendous impact on supply chains, particularly customer relations. Building a strong and positive customer service experience is critical for growth and success within the supply chain. Embracing digital logistics technology can ensure better customer experiences with increasingly focused and innovative services. But first, it’s essential to understand how a lack of technology can contribute to poor outcomes. .

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LabelMaster

JANUARY 20, 2022

Since 2016, when the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) implemented drastically more restrictive global regulations on shipping lithium batteries by air, shippers have adapted and done their best to comply. Meanwhile, regulatory agencies continue to update regulation in an effort to keep lithium battery transport by air as safe as possible.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 20, 2022

Shipping companies and software developers are experimenting with self-driving trucks as a way to solve a driver shortage worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic, drawing fire from safety advocates who call the technology a risk to motorists.

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Logistics Management

JANUARY 20, 2022

A Logistics Management reader survey of 100 freight transportation, supply chain, and logistics stakeholders continued to reinforce how inflation continues to affect things, from both an operational and business perspective. Putting the inflationary impact on supply chain and logistics into sharp focus, the LM survey found that 92% of respondents are being affected by the current situation.

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The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 20, 2022

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article is from FarEye and examines the challenges around big and bulky deliveries in 2022. As online retail continues its impressive growth, consumers and retailers alike are realizing the importance of delivery and its impact on purchase decisions.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 20, 2022

Bill Catania, chief executive officer of OneRail, describes the need for, and benefits of, micro-fulfillment centers for ensuring efficient and reliable last-mile delivery.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

JANUARY 20, 2022

Kuehne + Nagel has developed a new measure of container congestion. Its digital platform seaexplorer now features the Global Disruption Index.

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Overdrive Online

JANUARY 20, 2022

As for-hire trainers around the nation continue to pop up in FMCSA's new registry and adjust processes to fit the new rule, among "private" providers is one small fleet whose old-school apprenticeship approach will thrive even with new regs.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 20, 2022

Shippabo, a supply chain management platform, has expanded its network of service providers to offer a seamless transloading experience for customers who have inland shipping needs.

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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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NGT News

JANUARY 20, 2022

Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) has received 23 Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (HFCEV), marking the company’s first purchase of hydrogen-powered vehicles. The company plans to expand its fleet of HFCEVs to 50 next month. These HFCEVs are an important step for SoCalGas in decarbonizing its fleet and supports the company’s Net Zero […].

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Logistics Management

JANUARY 20, 2022

Logistics Management Group News Editor Jeff Berman recently spoke with Spencer Shute, Principal Consultant at Proxima, a Chicago-based strategic team of procurement specialists with more than 25 years of consultation and supply chain experience. Shute discussed the impact of the Omicron variant on logistics and supply chain operations and processes.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 20, 2022

The Port of Los Angeles moved record cargo volumes last year amid an import surge at the U.S.’s biggest container gateway and supply chain snarls brought on by the pandemic.

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Overdrive Online

JANUARY 20, 2022

The truck earned its name given a quirk of history and the previous owner's passing. Despite that ill-fated past, owner-operator Morris has turned negatives into a positive with the spectacular upgrades, a big hit at GBATS this past Fall.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 20, 2022

Blume Global Inc., a provider of supply chain execution and visibility technology solutions, announced a complimentary, cloud-native platform that allows companies that leverage railroad intermodal services to better coordinate cross-country rail freight deliveries.

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NGT News

JANUARY 20, 2022

Nikola Corp. and Corcentric Fleet Funding Solutions, a provider of leasing and financing solutions, has signed an agreement to facilitate sales of Class 8 Nikola Tre battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and Nikola Tre hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). Corcentric will purchase vehicles and related assets (e.g., charging assets) directly from Nikola to offer Nikola customers […].

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 20, 2022

Laura Fraedrich, senior counsel for global trade and national security with Lowenstein Sandler LLP, brings us up to date on the warming of relations between the U.S. and European Union.

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NGT News

JANUARY 20, 2022

Bolt Logistics, a Canadian ecommerce fulfillment and last-mile delivery provider, is deploying 30 electric vehicles (EVs) across the country in 2022, in partnership with IKEA Canada. Bolt’s first zero-emission delivery trucks officially hit the road with more to follow across British Columbia, Quebec and Ontario early this year. “Bolt is committed to being a planet-positive […].

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Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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Parade

JANUARY 20, 2022

It’s a question as old as software itself. Here, we explore the top five reasons why you should consider a third-party software provider instead of building your own. 1. Building Software Can Take Forever The average time to build a program from the ground up falls somewhere between 4 and 12 months according to most experts, and it’s a common occurrence that a build exceeds the estimated timeline.

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Now, That's Logistics

JANUARY 20, 2022

Some companies run their own warehouse and DC facilities while others outsource some or all of their warehousing activity to reliable providers like DB Schenker through contract logistics arrangement s. In these relationships, the provider manages activities like designing and planning supply chains; designing facilities; warehousing, transporting and distributing goods; processing orders and collecting payments; managing inventory and certain customer service activities.

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United World Transporation

JANUARY 20, 2022

Every fleet manager wants to ensure that their trucks are running as efficiently. as possible. However, differences in fuel economy will emerge between two similar trucks driving the same route in the same conditions. So the variable here is the driver—but is there a way to get drivers to operate more efficiently? Fleet managers have tried using RPM limiters, speed governors, and fuel bonuses.

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Shippeo

JANUARY 20, 2022

Congratulations! You are done with the hard part–writing your manuscript–and now it’s time to publish your book. But before you go rushing into emailing agents, let’s first take a look at how to write a query letter that will get you a book deal. While some people consider the process of writing a query letter […]. The post Everything You Need to Know about Writing a Query Letter apareció primero en Kotobee Blog.

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The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.

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RPA Labs

JANUARY 20, 2022

Robotics Processing Automation (RPA) is a form of digitization and automation within various business models that allows management to establish a set of processes or instructions for a robot (bot) to carry out. RPA in the supply chain is revolutionizing the way the network as a whole operates. Automation allows those tasks to be carried out with AI-based machines rather than having a staff member tied up with mundane and repetitive tasks.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2022

Continuing the expansion of its global eCommerce business, CEVA Logistics has won a five-year contract with ABOUT YOU, one of Europe’s fastest-growing fashion platforms. CEVA will manage a new 40,000 sq m fulfilment operation in Wroc?aw-Magnice, Poland, using its automation and technology capabilities to deliver greater productivity and shorter lead times for ABOUT YOU’s eCommerce activities.

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ShipLilly

JANUARY 20, 2022

Many chinese cargo containers and cardboard boxes. Importing goods from China concept. The Chinese New Year in 2022 is quite different from past years. Businesses must be prepared for any situation. For example, there is the reality of shortages and delays which virtually everyone in eCommerce has had to contend with. Is your business prepared for this year?

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2022

To ensure warehouses work at maximum capacity, safe in the knowledge they can manage forklift battery and charging stations both easily and reliably, Exide Technologies has launched its new cloud-based system, Motion+ Fleet. The new fleet management tool transforms logistics into detailed real-time data. It allows warehouse managers to turn their gut instincts into facts and make informed decisions on battery use – from anywhere in the world.

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How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps. Discover how these strategies can boost your enterprise's financial health, helping not only to keep up but to excel in today's market.

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Locus

JANUARY 20, 2022

As the Omicron variant takes precedence over our lives, we are hushed into our homes again. The third wave was not entirely unanticipated, and so businesses are better prepared to handle fluctuating demands this time. 2020 marked a significant shift to online consumption and the streak continues in 2022 as well. Home delivery rules the roost and everything you can imagine can be delivered to your doorstep in no time.

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MercuryGate

JANUARY 20, 2022

Transportation carbon emissions are a major threat to the planet, and left unchecked, they have the potential to cause vast devastation and limit the abilities of humanity to thrive. Carbon emissions have risen in recent years, but as social media has grown and politics have evolved, ESG initiatives have become more commonplace. The post Freight Modeling to Account for Disruption: How Modeling Can Hasten Strategy Adjustments appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2022

International development organisation Transaid has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Ghana, aimed at promoting mutual cooperation in the area of road safety. The agreement follows less than a year after Transaid began developing a professional driver training programme in the country’s capital, Accra; its first project of this kind to be launched in West Africa.

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