Tue.May 01, 2018

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(Un)Boxing Match:  Outsourcing to a Subscription Fulfillment Company

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

In our last blog, we brought you Part 1 of a conversation with Amware’s Rob Hartley about why subscription service fulfillment isn’t for the faint of heart. This time, our Q&A discussion will focus on why the right 3PL can make a world of difference – and what kinds of outsourcing best practices can make the transition to that subscription fulfillment company as easy and efficient as possible.

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Businesses Are Buying More Wind, Solar Power Than Ever Before

Material Handling and Logistics

Of the 3.3 gigawatts of clean-power deals signed this year, 76% involve U.S. power projects. Companies are buying renewable power at a record pace. AT&T Inc. and Walmart Inc. are among 36 businesses, government agencies and universities that have agreed to buy 3.3 gigawatts of wind and solar power so far this year. That’s on track to shatter the previous high of 4.8 gigawatts set last year, according to a report on April 30 by Bloomberg New Energy Finance.

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House adopts national trucker hiring standards in FAA reform bill

DC Velocity

Second time in three years measure has passed House.

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New lower-cost fleet video monitoring available from Azuga

Fleet Owner

Connected vehicle and fleet management systems company Azuga announced a range of wireless-enabled, dash-mounted video camera products that aim to offer a lower-cost option for businesses looking to add video to their vehicles.

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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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Schneider chooses SkyBitz for asset tracking

DC Velocity

Trailer and container tracking system will improve asset utilization and cargo visibility, Schneider says.

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Report: intermodal volumes up 7.2 percent in first quarter

DC Velocity

Increase is greatest in nearly four years, thanks to strong economy, tight truck capacity, IANA says.

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Waiting in the wings: The next generation of freight efficiency junkies

Fleet Owner

I can rest easy now. The future of trucking technology is in good hands. Last week I was in Sonoma, California at the Shell Make the Future California and Eco-marathon Americas event.

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Combilift opens new headquarters and manufacturing facility

DC Velocity

The plant in Monaghan, Ireland, is designed to double production capacity.

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Overcoming the Challenges of Private Fleet Management with Outsourcing

Fleet Owner

The obstacles are enormous for every company that operates its own private fleet. There are a growing number of complex regulations to follow and a shortage of qualified drivers.

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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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FedEx names Smith to run LTL unit

DC Velocity

Thornton tapped to new post as unit's EVP, COO.

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Combating the Capacity Crunch for Mexico’s Cross Border Shipments

Logistics Viewpoints

You could call it the perfect capacity storm, as a number of the same challenges that U.S. domestic shippers are encountering are also impacting cross-border logistics in Mexico. In addition to factors such as the ELD mandate and recent extreme winter weather conditions, the upcoming peak produce shipping season in Mexico is set to put additional pressure on capacity and create unexpected costs for carriers and shippers alike.

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Werner offering last-mile service to LTL carriers, executive says

DC Velocity

Old Dominion CEO-in-waiting expresses interest in offering.

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PeopleNet adds the MirrorCam to its video intelligence suite

Fleet Owner

The MirrorCam marks the latest innovation for PeopleNet’s Video Intelligence solution, which utilizes forward, side and rear-facing cameras usable to create a 360-degree view around the cab and trailer of the truck.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

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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Vacuum Lift for Unloading Cargo

Material Handling and Logistics

Vaculex ParceLift is an ergonomic vacuum lift designed for unloading loose loaded cargo from trucks and containers.

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WEX to offer new data analytics platform

Fleet Owner

Corporate payment solutions enterprise WEX Inc. has announced the evolution of its data analytics platform. ClearView Snap will be released in June to provide fleet administration a simpler, speedier way to view business expenses, the company noted.

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Is Your TMS Technology Ready to Drive Supply Chain Excellence?

CH Robinson Logistics

In any endeavor, there are varying levels of success. This is true for supply chains, too. And the right technology, specifically a transportation management system (TMS) is the connective thread that makes the highest level of supply chain success possible. Over the past few months, I’ve posted about what you need for transportation success: 1. “Pillars to a Successful Transportation Experience: Carrier Management”. 2.

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Netradyne's Driveri turns real-time data into live driver coaching

Fleet Owner

The expanded suite of coaching tools is designed to create more collaboration and communication with the driver during their workday.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

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.

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Strike at Lear plant hits seat supply at FCA Brampton

Automotive Logistics

Union-affiliated workers at the Lear seating plant in Ajax, Canada, went on strike over the weekend, disrupting production at the nearby Fiat Chrysler Automobile (FCA) plant in Brampton (pictured) to which Lear supplies complete seats from Ajax on a just-in-time basis. In a statement, FCA admitted that the action taken by the 320 members of the Unifor union – brought about by the failure of negotiations to secure a new collective agreement on pay and conditions – had halted assembly at the site,

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Robert Low says 'Magnum Moon' ready for Kentucky Derby

Fleet Owner

Founder of Prime Inc. expects about 180 company employees to be in Louisville for Saturday's race.

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Is Your TMS Technology Ready to Drive Supply Chain Excellence?

CH Robinson Logistics

In any endeavor, there are varying levels of success. This is true for supply chains, too. And the right technology, specifically a transportation management system (TMS) is the connective thread that makes the highest level of supply chain success possible. Over the past few months, I’ve posted about what you need for transportation success: 1. “Pillars to a Successful Transportation Experience: Carrier Management”. 2.

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Adjustable Forklift Seat with Memory

Material Handling and Logistics

Trône Seating has introduced the TRÔNE Memory seat, an electrically adjustable forklift seat with memory.

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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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Is Your TMS Technology Ready to Drive Supply Chain Excellence?

CH Robinson Logistics

In any endeavor, there are varying levels of success. This is true for supply chains, too. And the right technology, specifically a transportation management system (TMS) is the connective thread that makes the highest level of supply chain success possible. Over the past few months, I’ve posted about what you need for transportation success: 1. “Pillars to a Successful Transportation Experience: Carrier Management”. 2.

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Walmart’s OTIF Policy Gets Harder 

Blue Grace Logistics

On Time In Full is a policy that Walmart created back in 2016 and implemented in August of 2017. In an attempt to drive their proficiency up and costs down, the mega retail chain started targeting their supply chain. Under this policy, suppliers that failed to deliver the total amount of promised goods, to designated stores at the prescribed time are penalized; fined up to three percent of the total shipment value. .

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How Carriers Can Stand Out from the Competition

Logistics Manager

The container shipping industry in the past was comprised of a wide mix of carriers. For instance, some were known for having the cheapest rates, while others were known for their extreme reliability and service levels for those willing to pay a premium for the service. There was also much less sharing of space on vessels between carriers, with each having their own unique routings.

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Who will be Europe’s logistics giant? DHL vs. Amazon – Partners or Competitors?

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Last summer I was working for 2 months in a letter distribution center of Deutsche Post DHL. People are working there in 3 shifts. I had the night shifts from 0.00 to 7.00 because it was the best paid and allowed me to gather a lot of money in a short time. The perfect summer student job. However, my team and me, being responsible for the delivery of letters and small parcels, faced huge problems to process the whole amount of post delivered by various trucks during the night.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

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

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Why Samsung Might Turn to Blockchain for Its Global Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Speaking to Bloomberg in an interview published last month, Samsung blockchain chief Song Kwang-woo said that the company will decide soon whether the use the blockchain ledger to manage its supply chain shipments across the world. According to the report, Samsung spends billions of dollars a year on those shipments and could cut its costs by as much as 20 percent by relying on blockchain.

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XPO Logistics Launches XPO Direct

Logistics Manager

One of the world’s ten largest providers of transportation and logistics services US-based XPO Logistics have recently unveiled and launched XPO Direct, a new countrywide shared-space distribution model for e-commerce and omnichannel retail customers. For many brick-and-mortar retailers, the omnichannel trend is a challenge as they continue to further broaden their reach and foothold through e-commerce.

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DoKaSch Americas, Inc. Appoint New CEO

Airfreight Logistics

German-based DoKaSch Temperature Solutions are expanding their operations in the USA with DoKaSch Americas Inc., being created. The new US arm of the company will be located in San Francisco, California and will be the first line of contact with customers in the USA and Canada. Douglas Wettergren a senior industry expert has been appointed as CEO for the company with immediate effect.