Thu.Jul 14, 2022

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TMS Software Purchasing: How to Avoid Mistakes Getting Started

MercuryGate

TMS software for shippers is more than just a fancy buzzword or an “‘in thing” to do in the shipping and supply chain market today. The value of integrated and optimized TMS software comes from improved insight into industry trends and the ability for shippers, transportation providers, and logistics service providers to predict and plan for capacity and freight management fluctuations.

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When will California’s trucking industry feel the effects of AB5?

Supply Chain and Logistics

Not for a while, it seems. And perhaps the impact will be greatest in the port drayage sector. That’s the consensus in this article. Many firms seem to have made adjustments already.

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PMTC outlines priorities for National Supply Chain Task Force

Truck News

The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) welcomes the opportunity to work with the National Supply Chain Task Force and is thankful for the partnership and chance to work together to make Canada’s supply chain stronger. The PMTC is the only national Canadian association dedicated to representing the views and interest of Canada’s private […].

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Did 2020's split-sleeper change increase owner-ops' productivity?

Overdrive Online

A majority of drivers now enjoy increased productivity with hours-accounting flexibility after 2020's split-sleeper shift in the hours of service. But not everyone agrees, and not everyone thinks trucking and its regulators are headed down the right path.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

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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Sourcing Parts Faster With Digital Manufacturing

Supply Chain Brain

The emergence of e-commerce for ordering parts has made the experience as easy as buying a book or toaster on Amazon.com, enabling supply chain managers, product designers, engineers and others to carry out the process quickly and on demand.

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Boeing Badly Needs a Win at First Big Air Show After Lockdowns

Supply Chain Brain

As the aerospace world gathers in southern England next week for the first major commercial show since 2019, the stakes are particularly high for one half of the global planemaking duopoly.

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EVgo eXtend Project Deploys EV Fast-Charging Stalls at Pilot and Flying J Sites

NGT News

EVgo Inc. has started the first major EVgo eXtend project, which will deploy 2,000 charging stalls at Pilot and Flying J locations across the country in collaboration with General Motors (GM) and Pilot Co. EVgo will install, operate and maintain the network of 350 kW charging stalls for Pilot and GM at up to 500 […]. The post EVgo eXtend Project Deploys EV Fast-Charging Stalls at Pilot and Flying J Sites appeared first on NGT News.

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Watch: A New Report on the Industrial Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Claudio Knizek, global leader of advanced manufacturing with EY , discusses the results of the firm’s new survey on shifting trends in industrial manufacturing and sourcing.

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Walmart to buy 4,500 electric vehicles for last-mile delivery

Fleet Owner

The retail giant will be the first to receive Canoo’s Lifestyle Delivery Vehicle, which is expected to begin hauling Walmart goods in 2023.

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Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry

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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Three Things Driving Truckers Off the Road

Supply Chain Brain

There are a lot of people who have the necessary training and experience to drive trucks. So why the shortage?

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Operation Safe Driver Week underway across North America

Fleet Owner

During Operation Safe Driver Week July 10-16, law enforcement officers will be on the lookout for dangerous driving behaviors such as speeding, driving while using a mobile device, driving aggressively, and cutting off other drivers.

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Bulk Freight Roundup: Q2 2022

Bulk Connection

As we’ve reached the midway point of 2022, not a lot has changed in the bulk freight industry in terms of capacity from the first quarter or from 2021 as a whole. In this update, we’ll share what we’re currently seeing in the bulk freight marketplace, and what shippers can do to take advantage of current conditions.

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Research shows best practices to recruit, retain young workers

Fleet Owner

The American Transportation Research Institute found that company culture and training structure are important to adults ages 18-25, according to a new report.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

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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Future-proof packaging investment for British seed firm

Logistics Business Magazine

A £2.2 million investment in automated packaging facilities will see one of the UK’s largest growers and processors of grass seed increase efficiency, quality control and staff safety. Barenbrug UK , the Bury St Edmunds grass-breeding company with a customer base that ranges from dairy farmers and local authorities to Premier League football clubs and Ryder Cup golf courses, produces up to 4,500 tonnes of seed every year.

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Thailand trailer manufacturer Panus enters U.S. market

Fleet Owner

The container chassis will be built to U.S. market specs and shipped to America, where they will be cost-competitive, company says.

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Imagine Visibility of All Global Shipments Becomes a Reality - What Happens Next?

Supply Chain Brain

Imagine visibility of all global shipments becomes a reality - what happens next?

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PrePass Safety Alliance acquires truck technology firm

Fleet Owner

The CVO Holding Co. acquisition aims to enhance connected vehicle technologies and safety offerings within the industry.

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GEP Outlook Report 2024

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.

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How to Perfect Your Customer Experience

GoShip Blog

A recent survey by SuperOffice found that 86% of customers are willing to pay a higher price just for a better experience. Undoubtedly, customer experience is key to the success and growth of every business. Why customer experience matters. Every day, potential customers are exposed to numerous adverts from various companies. All of which appear competent at what they do.

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Ridgeline launches fluids analysis program

Fleet Owner

Ridgeline customers can send used oil and fluids to its lab to provide analysis on vehicle performance. Using Ridgeline's app and website, service professionals will be able to use the data for predictive maintenance.

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Thorworld installs largest single modular dock unit

Logistics Business Magazine

Working with trusted sales agent, Darmax, Thorworld has installed its largest single bespoke modular dock to date, to support the efficient, environmentally friendly and safe loading and unloading activities of a major supermarket chain. As the success of a leading supermarket created further store openings, it required a sustainable solution to deal with packaging returns from stores.

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Looking for a Warehouse in North Carolina? Check out our pad

Kanban Logistics

The national vacancy rate for industrial real estate is a very low 4.7% and falling. The pandemic-related rise of eCommerce, combined with companies holding onto more inventory to guard against supply chain disruptions, has led to a tight real estate market where companies are battling for available space. Though less tight than the major markets, capacity can still be hard to come by if you’re looking for a warehouse in North Carolina.

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

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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The Weekly Freight Report for July 14th, 2022

FLS Transport

The Top Headlines in Freight, Transportation, & Logistics from FLS Transport. The FLS Weekly Freight Report covers the week’s top news in logistics, transportation, shipping, and freight. This week’s report covers AB5 requirements in California, zero-emission truck incentives, impending Port of Vancouver driver strike, the future driver shortage, and solutions for the global food supply chain crisis.

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Smart thinking is key to navigate current supply chain conditions

Logistics Business Magazine

The global supply chain has been subject to unprecedented challenges in recent times, with a wide range of factors impacting operations for all businesses, writes Andrew Svenson ( pictured ), operations director at Victoria Plum. Freight costs from the Far East remain high, which has caused inflated prices and challenged availability of products for retailers.

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Making the Connection: The Real-World Value of Logistics Digitalization

Logistics Viewpoints

Today’s logistics teams are operating in an environment characterized by uncertainty on three fronts. Customers’ needs and expectations are constantly changing. The available talent pool of drivers, warehouse associates and other employees is small, which creates staffing volatility. And their operating conditions are extremely challenging and unpredictable, from skyrocketing fuel costs and tariffs to blocked shipping lanes and ongoing geo-political conflict.

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Thorworld installs largest single modular dock unit

Logistics Business Magazine

Working with trusted sales agent, Darmax, Thorworld has installed its largest single bespoke modular dock to date, to support the efficient, environmentally friendly and safe loading and unloading activities of a major supermarket chain. As the success of a leading supermarket created further store openings, it required a sustainable solution to deal with packaging returns from stores.

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GEP Spend Category Outlook 2024

Your Roadmap to Smarter Spend Management in 2024 Geopolitical, economic and supply chain challenges will stick around in 2024, but don’t despair. There are strategic opportunities to leverage AI-powered technology and digital toolsets to overcome these hurdles more effectively. GEP experts in nearly two dozen critical categories guide you in the right direction in our annual comprehensive resource — GEP Spend Category Outlook 2024.

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How Southeast Asian manufacturers can use ERP to realign the supply chain

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

For decades, ASEAN manufacturing, once seen as a global phenomenon, had been overshadowed by the meteoric rise of Chinese factories. In 2019, China accounted for 28.7 percent of global manufacturing output and was regarded as the world’s manufacturing superpower. Of course, the pandemic then hit global shores, not to mention the ripple effects of global trade wars.