Talking Logistics
JANUARY 6, 2020
The pace of change in technology continues to accelerate as technology plays a greater role across all industries. This is driving a new era in transportation. So how is technology transforming the transportation and logistics industry? How is real-time freight visibility delivering business value? How do you drive adoption? Those are some of the key.
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 6, 2020
Retailers are launching new programs and collaborative efforts to improve customer experience in last-mile delivery.
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Women in Trucking
JANUARY 6, 2020
Safety is a top concern for women drivers, according to the Women In Trucking Association’s Best Practices Guide to Increasing Women Drivers in the Industry. When asked to rate how safe they feel on a scale of 1–10, the average response for female drivers was just 4.4. To give today’s drivers more peace of mind, we turned to two recent WIT Members of the Month — and 2018 Top Women to Watch: Sandy Goche and Melissa Allen.
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 6, 2020
There are some young supply chain technologies that are getting a lot of buzz. But how mature are these technologies? Do they have a proven ROI? Are they worth piloting? Or can we safely ignore them for a few more years? The post 2020 Supply Chain Technology Trends appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
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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
JANUARY 6, 2020
New research confirms that the current risk mitigating trend in the third-party arena will continue this year. Indeed, eighty-five percent of supply chain managers expect that their outsourcing budget will increase by more than 5% in 2020, according to Gartner, Inc., with a sizeable portion of that aimed at choosing multiple third-party-logistics (3PL) partners.
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Logistics Management
JANUARY 6, 2020
Preliminary North American Class 8 orders were stable in December, according to data issued respectively this week by freight transportation consultancy FTR and ACT Research, a provider of data and analysis for trucks and other commercial vehicles.
NGT News
JANUARY 6, 2020
NGVAmerica has released an updated Natural Gas Vehicle Weight Allowance Guidance flyer for use by interested natural gas fleets across the U.S. The flyer was developed to assist fleets in communicating new federal guidance related to the 2,000-pound increase to the existing 80,000-pound gross vehicle weight limit operating on the interstate highway system.
Logistics Management
JANUARY 6, 2020
The Cookeville, Tenn.-based company said that this facility is comprised of nearly 140,000 square-feet and designed to receive, manage, and distribute freight and inventory.
Airfreight Logistics
JANUARY 6, 2020
Nokscoot Cargo has appointed World Cargo Solutions ( WCS ) as their new GSA. An event was held to commemorate the appointment and in attendance were WCS Managing Director Mr. Ralf Auslander, NokScoot Airlines Deputy CEO Mr. Toh Giam Ming & World Cargo Solutions Asia Pacific Managing Director Dato JJ Ong. Mr. Auslander in his speech, thanked the guests for their support over the years and provided an overview of the company’s involvement in the business in Thailand and announced the appointme
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
JANUARY 6, 2020
The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) has announce the appointment of Blake Harden as its new vice president of international trade.
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 6, 2020
It’s hard enough shoring up cybersecurity within the walls of your own business. But doing the same for the army of partners that makes up a global supply chain? That can be next to impossible.
World Food Programme Logistics
JANUARY 6, 2020
Joint World Food Programme (WFP) and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) project will support 2,500 women and young farmers A recently-launched, community-driven peacebuilding project implemented jointly by the World Food Programme (WFP) and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) aims to mitigate local conflicts between communities, government and private companies by building the capacities of national and local institutions which foster peace and inclusivity, promoting peaceful re
Overdrive Online
JANUARY 6, 2020
With trucking industry and overall economic developments largely out of owner-operators’ control, “The best advice is to prepare for the downside,” says Todd Amen of ATBS. “The upside will take care of itself. Control costs, don’t be picky on freight, generate revenue, and cover fixed costs.
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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.
World Food Programme Logistics
JANUARY 6, 2020
Electronic vouchers, facilitated by the World Food Programme, are transforming the way people in Cox’s Bazaar receive food Spoiled for choice: Ramida in one of 13 tech-enabled shops in Kutupalong camp. Photo: WFP/Gemma Snowdon While millions around the world are slowly rousing themselves from their holiday haze, shops operating World Food Programme (WFP) Assistance Cards in Kutupalong, Cox’s Bazaar?
IoT World Today
JANUARY 6, 2020
It may seem like the term “IoT” only relatively recently found its way into our technical vocabulary, but the concept of the Internet of Things and many of its related technologies have been around for more than two decades now. That mix of new ideas and applications plus more established, traditional technologies is reflected by the profiles of the people who are building or enhancing their careers around IoT.
Logistics Business Magazine
JANUARY 6, 2020
A UK transport firm has created a quotation tool from an innovative location-finder app, known as What3words. “You can tell your pals exactly where you have pitched your tent at Glastonbury. You can tell the emergency services exactly where you are if lost in a forest or up a mountain. And when thinking logistics you can let your haulier know exactly where to place that delivery on your new construction site (which doesn’t have a road name yet),” says Damian Pulford, MD, Sussex Transport Limited
247 Customs Broker
JANUARY 6, 2020
It’s the evening of Christmas day. I’ve retreated to my home office after enjoying an outstanding day filled with family, great food, and the sharing… The post The KANE story – in the style of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
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Logistics Business Magazine
JANUARY 6, 2020
UK-based KAM Project Consultants has expanded into Europe with the opening of its first international office, KAM Project Consultants GmbH, in Germany. Founded in 2013, the independent construction company of project managers and cost consultants has offices in Milton Keynes, Leicester and now Frankfurt. KAM GmbH is located in the AGENDIS Business Center – just walking distance from Frankfurt Airport – providing convenient transport links to the rest of Germany and mainland Europe, which had a s
247 Customs Broker
JANUARY 6, 2020
When it comes to cars, there are a few that stand out as classics, beloved by just about everyone, “car person” or not. When we… The post Ugly Cars: Our 10 Favorite Bold, Boxy Blasphemies to Ever Hit the Road appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Logistics Business Magazine
JANUARY 6, 2020
Warehouse management technology leader, SnapFulfil is predicting a new fulfilment year where demand for better ‘user experience’ will be as important as a company’s products and services. It will also see the rise of the robot, taking man-to-good operations to the next level, says the company. With ever increasing challenges to getting packages out on time and accurately, feedback from SnapFulfil’s customers shows that warehouse managers want and need WMS offerings with simplified user interface
247 Customs Broker
JANUARY 6, 2020
After more than a year of widebody freighter operations, which began in June 2018 with a 767-300BCF, Casablanca-based Royal Air Maroc (RAM) is preparing to… The post Cargo Chat: Quouninich says specialty cargo drives RAM freighter fleet, network expansions appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
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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.
Airfreight Logistics
JANUARY 6, 2020
DHL Express has announced the appointments of Mr. Tony Khan as President and Representative Director, DHL Express Japan effective January 1, 2020; and Mr. Chee Choong Ng as Managing Director of DHL Express Hong Kong and Macau. Mr. Khan has also become a member of the management board of DHL Express Asia Pacific. Mr. Khan takes the helm of the DHL Express Japan business with a track record of over 17 years in Operations and General Management.
247 Customs Broker
JANUARY 6, 2020
[og_img] For food retailers there are several unpredictable factors such as last-minute customer requests, specific delivery time windows, and sudden traffic congestion on roads, etc.… The post Last Mile Delivery Route Optimization and the Changing Logistics of Grocery Stores appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Penske Move Ahead
JANUARY 6, 2020
Penske Truck Leasing has opened a new facility in East Dundee, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago. The new site is in the Terra Business Park, a unique location between three Chicago area Penske branches; Rockford, Elk Grove and West Chicago. "We believe that the East Dundee area is an untapped market and we are excited to offer current customers and prospects in the region consumer and commercial truck rental in addition to full-service truck leasing and contract truck fleet maintenance ,"
247 Customs Broker
JANUARY 6, 2020
[og_img] Sales of vans and light commercials were up 2.4% year-on-year with 365,778 new models hitting UK roads in 2019 – the third highest year… The post UK van sales third-highest on record in 2019 appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
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
GlobalTranz
JANUARY 6, 2020
Today’s post will cover the the most read logistics and freight blog posts published in 2019. The list of logistics and freight blogs mostly centered on trends and longer form content in white papers. Downloading these white papers will increase your knowledge to better master shipping in 2020, so we highly encourage you to download.read More. The post In Review: Most Read Logistics and Freight Blogs of 2019 appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.
247 Customs Broker
JANUARY 6, 2020
[og_img] New car registrations in the UK fell for the third consecutive year in 2019 despite a 144% year-on-year increase in the sale of battery-powered… The post Battery-powered boost fails to put brakes on three-year slump in UK car registrations appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Logistics Business Magazine
JANUARY 6, 2020
An innovative cellular conveying system is set to make its debut at LogiMAT in March. Called ‘celluveyor’ by its makers, Bremen-based cellumation GmbH, the conveyor technology solution has already won the start-up contest at the German Logistics Congress 2018. The unique new devel-opment consists of small conveyor cells with omnidirectional drive wheels.
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