MercuryGate
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Freight settlement processes are complex, expensive and prone to errors. Gia Glad of Global Trade […]. The post Why You Need to Automate the Complex Freight Invoice Settlement Process appeared first on MercuryGate International.
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
When it comes to managing your freight spend, there are a few options to consider. The three traditional methods are the use of a transportation management system (TMS), transportation execution system (TES), and managed transportation services (MTS). Ultimately it comes down to whether shippers want to manage their freight spend in-house or outsource it.
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Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Why did the need for Digital Yard Management Systems surge during the pandemic? Digital Yard Management Systems (YMS) play a critical role in helping companies automate processes and offset the impacts of the global pandemic and other supply chain disruptions. It didn’t take long for global supply chains to take center stage during the worldwide. Read more The Growing Need for Digital Yard Management Systems.
Overdrive Online
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
What the initial COVID pandemic response by some state agencies -- many fewer inspections -- might just say about the value of troopers' presence, inspection and more.
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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.
Logistics Management
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Higher than expected import levels, driven by the ongoing reopening of the United States economy and retailers focused on inventory restocking, in advance of the holiday season, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, were some of the key themes of the new Port Tracker report, which was issued today by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and maritime consultancy Hackett Associates.
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Logistics Management
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Logistics Management Group News Editor Jeff Berman recently caught up with Jerry Hempstead, principal of Orlando-based Hempstead Consulting. The pair discussed a wide range of parcel-related topics, including: the impact of COVID-19 on rates and pricing; peak surhcharges; the e-commerce supply chain; and the current status of the United States Postal Service, among others.
Trinity Logistics
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
So you want to become a freight agent? How do you get started? What can you do to be successful in your new venture? Because of the reputation that the Authorized Agent Program at Trinity Logistics has, we are often asked how to get started in the industry. We’ve put this article together to help you kick off your freight agent business. At Trinity, we only partner with experienced agents, but we understand the importance of being knowledgeable from the start.
Logistics Management
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Falling 0.006-cents, the national average, for the week of September 7, came in at $2.435 per gallon. This followed a 0.015-cent increase, to $2.441 per gallon, for the week of August 31.
NGT News
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) has launched the development of a special fuel cell system for heavy-duty trucks. FST is collaborating with Quantron AG, a specialist in the field of commercial vehicle conversion. The project’s first fuel cell system will be installed in a heavy-duty truck for real-world testing in the near future. These collaborative efforts […].
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
Logistics Management
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
United States-bound August shipments headed up 12.9% annually, while containerized freight handling increased 5.9%, to top 2.70 million TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units), for the first time ever and eclipsing the previous high set in October 2018.
NGT News
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Clean Energy Fuels Corp., a provider of natural gas fuel for transportation in North America, says Estes Express Lines will add 50 new trucks fueled with Redeem renewable natural gas (RNG) to its fleet, bringing its total to 71. Estes, a privately-owned freight transportation carrier, is acquiring the Class 8 natural gas trucks equipped with […].
LandLink
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
As we slowly emerge from the Corona Virus the industry is experiencing a myriad of changes. Over the past year, the trucking industry has had to react to unprecedented changes in operational and management procedure. Remote personnel present operational challenges. Customer service and sales staff have been reduced significantly. Most everyone in any trucking or logistics company has had to adapt to the new normal.
Trucker Dump
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to drive a chemical truck in the oilfields, then you’re going to love the interview we have with Cannon Bryan on today’s show. For the record, oil is NOT the slickest thing Cannon deals with. LOL We’ve also got surprisingly few news stories including the 14-hour rule, futuristic. The post TD148: Being A Chemical Oilfield Truck Driver appeared first on About Truck Driving.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Supply-chain executives in North America have a lot on their plates these days, to say the least.
NGT News
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Organizers of ACT Virtual, a four-month online event series covering innovations in advanced vehicle technology and clean fueling infrastructure, have unveiled a month of programming focused on two transportation topics – investment trends in the rapidly growing advanced transportation market and the evolving electric vehicle (EV) charging landscape.
Ship Monk
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Every fairy godmother needs her magic wand, every knight needs his shining armor, and every eCommerce business owner needs their tools. Tech tools, that is. The digital gadgets that allow for a smooth operation, day in and day out. While each eCommerce business will have their own unique setup, we’ve compiled a general guide to get you started and help you fill in the blanks of your current configuration.
Truck News
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Every truck driver knows what to do when they come to an S-curve: take it easy, accelerate gradually through the turns, and then get back up to speed. In technology, the term S-curve represents the typical path of adoption: slow progress at first followed by a sudden, steep rise as consumers and businesses jump on […].
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This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.
MercuryGate
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
[link] the greatest opportunity to encourage repeat purchases? Does it lie within the ease of online ordering, or does it perhaps have a more personal touch—involving the moment a customer opens the box they’ve been anxiously awaiting? The answer is a combination of both. Any interaction could mark success or be the kiss of death […]. The post MercuryGate Minutes | Using A TMS For Customer Experience Improvement appeared first on MercuryGate International.
World Food Programme Logistics
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Families face triple threat of climate, conflict and coronavirus in Mali WFP provides support to most vulnerable as 5 million affected by food insecurity Fousseini Kane, a herder and fisherman in Kandia village. Photo: WFP/Benoit Lognone On a Thursday morning in June, men, women and children from Kandia village took to Lake Magui, a freshwater reservoir in the middle of the desert, about 60 km north of Kayes in western Mali.
Airfreight Logistics
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Nippon Express (Australia) , a local subsidiary of Nippon Express Co., Ltd. (Mitsuru Saito, President), has relocated and expanded one of its facilities in Melbourne, Victoria. Situated in southeastern Australia, the State of Victoria has a robust manufacturing and IT/software industrial base, and it drives the Australian industry in life science sectors such as pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.
Commercial Carrier Journal
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
In freight, change has always occurred daily.
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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
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Tradition. Innovation. Vision. The motto of Silbitz Group truly reflects both the company’s history and its forward-thinking approach. Since the establishment of its Rasberg foundry in 1896 the company has expanded, with three foundries and a mechanical machining facility across four sites in Germany and Slovakia. Offering fast, high quality and reliable fulfilment from design to completion, Silbitz Group provides customers with a broad spectrum of services within industries including railway te
Logistics Manager
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Nippon Express (Australia) , a local subsidiary of Nippon Express Co., Ltd. (Mitsuru Saito, President), has relocated and expanded one of its facilities in Melbourne, Victoria. Situated in southeastern Australia, the State of Victoria has a robust manufacturing and IT/software industrial base, and it drives the Australian industry in life science sectors such as pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
The holiday hires, a slight increase from last year, will be on top of the thousands of workers the courier already has added to keep up with a surge in package demand.
Airfreight Logistics
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
A Boeing 777 Freighter today joined the Volga-Dnepr Group fleet of 24 Boeing freighters today, departing Paine Field in Everett, Washington. The fuel-efficient twin-engine freighter will begin operations with AirBridgeCargo, a subsidiary of Volga-Dnepr. AirBridgeCargo will operate the airplane via a sale-leaseback agreement with Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE).
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
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Suman Mahalanabis, director of product management for digital software and solutions with Tata Consultancy Services, describes the steps that factories will need to take in order to ensure the health and safety of workers during the pandemic and beyond.
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Looking to adapt to business’ needs in a post Covid-19 world, The Config Team, working in conjunction with SAP, has developed a new pre-configured SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) solution specially designed for temporary warehouses. Recent market analysis estimates that the global warehousing and storage market is expected to grow 10% from 2021 to 2023, as the industry begins its recovery from Covid-19, with an increase in demand of smart warehousing contributing to this rise.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
The U.S. and Europe’s ambition to boost production of rare raw materials used in electric vehicles and wind turbines and reduce dependence on China will face obstacles, including higher costs and environmental concerns.
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