The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

A New Model for Grocery Delivery with Sean Coakley. Sean Coakley and Joe Lynch discuss a new model for grocery delivery. Sean is the Chief Commercial Officer of Capstone Logistics , a leading provider of technology-enabled warehouse services, freight management, and last mile distribution solutions. About Sean Coakley. Sean Coakley is the Chief Commercial Officer of Capstone Logistics , a leading provider of technology-enabled warehouse services, freight management, and last mile distribution so

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Shipsta

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

If you want to ensure your goods are on time and in full, you need your best freight carriers on the job. But in today’s market, with capacity shortages and demand at an all-time high, you can’t guarantee your top suppliers can make the space for you.

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Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

What is a freight agent versus a freight broker? Is one better than the other? How do they work together? These are commonly asked questions of us. Being a freight broker who works with freight agents, we have experience with both. In this blog, we’ll walk you through what a freight broker is, what a freight agent is, how they compare, and how they work together.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Think it will be difficult to bring back manufacturing to the United States? Getting out of China isn’t so easy either.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Today is Happy Friday – because every Friday is a happy day. Did you know that ARC’s Digital Transformation Forum is less than 3 months away? This 26th Annual ARC Industry Forum will be a hybrid event, in person in Orlando, Florida on February 14-17 and online March 7-10. Last year’s supply chain program include two days of sessions by practitioners – executives from companies like Ahold Delhaize, AGCO, and Radwell International– on the real-world problems associated with the digital transformat

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NGT News

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has broken ground on a renewable natural gas (RNG) digester at Del Rio Dairy in Friona, Texas, its first in a joint venture with TotalEnergies to produce the ultra-clean transportation fuel which will be negative carbon intensive. All the RNG fuel produced at Del Rio Dairy will make its way into […]. The post Clean Energy, Totalenergies Begin Construction on RNG Dairy Digester in Texas appeared first on NGT News.

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CH Robinson Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

In the final Market Insights Live! webinar of 2021, my colleagues and I provided analysis on today’s leading freight shipping topics, including the potential impact of the U.S. infrastructure bill, the status of the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act (USICA), continued congestion at the ports, and ways to prepare for the year to come. We answered questions live, but there were many great freight shipping questions submitted that we didn’t have time to address.

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NGT News

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Southwest Gas, the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) and U.S. Gain are partnering to provide RTC’s transit buses with a cleaner, operationally cost-effective fuel source to help reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and decrease operating costs. “Southwest Gas is committed to stewarding a sustainable future through both our operations and the clean and […].

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

If supply chain stories appearing on the front page of the Wall Street Journal and other newspapers isn’t proof enough that the industry has gone mainstream, then here is Exhibit B: You know supply chain and logistics have reached broad awareness when even The Onion does a post about it! Moving on, here are some. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (November 19, 2021).

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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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NGT News

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Amazon is increasing the number of compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles available to its partners across Europe, working with vehicle manufacturers and start-ups to test and develop more sustainable technologies. The move will bring the company closer to its vision of operating a fully sustainable fleet within the Amazon Freight Partner program. Amazon has already […].

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

To say that the internet of things (IoT) is taking supply chain management by storm is something of an understatement.

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NGT News

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

mPhase Technologies Inc., a technology company developing the mPower 5G-enhanced electric vehicle (EV) charging network and consumer engagement platform, has appointed Angelia Hrytsyshyn as CFO, effective November 22, 2021. Hrytsyshyn will oversee the global financial operations for the company, including accounting, treasury, business planning, SEC Reporting, tax and treasury functions.

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Overdrive Online

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

In an effort to remedy the mistakes that led to a high-profile and deadly runaway truck crash that ultimately involved 28 vehicles, the Colorado DOT is trying to educate drivers on the dangers of mountain driving and the availability of exit ramps.

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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.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

To better understand the state of European supply chains, FourKites , the real-time supply chain visibility platform, partnered with Reuters Events to survey over 450 supply chain leaders across the continent, with particular emphasis on the United Kingdom, Germany and the Netherlands. The responses represent a broad perspective of the concerns and challenges surrounding European supply chains, sustainability and the role of real-time visibility in streamlining operations.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

If same day delivery seems too long, how does the 9-minute order sound?

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

In November 2021, The Absolut Company accepted the delivery of a Flow Drive Konecranes reach stacker for its operations in the south of Sweden. This particular machine is a milestone in Konecranes history, as it is the 10,000th lift truck to roll off the production line. Since its creation in 1879, Absolut Vodka has become one of the world’s most iconic liquor brands with export to more than 120 markets.

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EazyStock

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Determining appropriate levels of stock across a business can be very challenging. If you carry too much inventory, you risk tying-up much needed working capital. But if you don’t carry enough, you face stock-outs and reduced service levels. An important piece of this puzzle is to accurately calculate safety stock levels. Safety stock is defined as inventory that is carried to prevent stock-outs caused by fluctuating customer demand, forecast inaccuracies or variability in supplier lead times.

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NGT News

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Mammoth Energy Services Inc.’s wholly owned Aquawolf LLC subsidiary, a provider of infrastructure engineering services, has been awarded a contract by a major utility to provide engineering and design service for the building of electric vehicle (EV) charging station infrastructure to support its clean transportation initiatives. The scope of services under the contract includes direct […].

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Penske Move Ahead

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Catalytic converter theft has skyrocketed in recent months as organized groups of thieves continue to illegally cut these devices out of cars, SUVs, and rental trucks at an increasingly alarming rate. While this has been an ongoing issue for several years, thefts have increased exponentially throughout the recent pandemic period. Penske's corporate security team is now spearheading a significant outreach program to law enforcement at the city, state and federal levels and cooperating with variou

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Forto , a leading provider of digitised freight forwarding and supply chain solutions, has announced the latest milestone achievement in its sustainability roadmap with more than 50% of Sea Freight Full Container Load (FCL) volumes booked with Forto’s carbon offset offering in the third quarter of 2021. In this period, 65% of Forto sea freight booking customers committed to offset the CO?

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Penske Move Ahead

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Penske Logistics was recently recognized with a North America Supplier award from Novelis , the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling. As a leading provider of dedicated transportation to Novelis North America, Penske is an essential component of its closed-loop aluminum supply chain serving top automakers. The Novelis North America Supplier award was given to Penske Logistics for demonstrating an outstanding performance in overall logistics while receiving the best score from Novelis'

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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.

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Locus

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

A world that has forever been changed by the Covid-19 pandemic is now slowly, but steadily, coming to terms with the ‘new normal’. It’s hard to imagine how we made do without the things that made life at work meaningful and fulfilling. How we miss the water cooler conversations, the group lunches, and quick cups of coffee at the canteen! Let’s not forget those brainstorming sessions, where some of our best ideas were often created and nurturing ideas on whiteboards, or by simply walking up to ou

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Penske Move Ahead

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Catalytic converter theft has skyrocketed in recent months as organized groups of thieves continue to illegally cut these devices out of cars, SUVs, and rental trucks at an increasingly alarming rate. While this has been an ongoing issue for several years, thefts have increased exponentially throughout the recent pandemic period. Penske's corporate security team is now spearheading a significant outreach program to law enforcement at the city, state and federal levels and cooperating with variou

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Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Many companies and consumers are waiting and wondering, where are my goods? If you work in logistics, then you know exactly where they are. A significant number of ships are waiting outside of U.S. ports, carrying millions of dollars worth of goods ordered by Americans. What started as a binge in online ordering during the pandemic has had lasting effects on supply chains.

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