Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

AUGUST 11, 2020

If you’re looking for a provider of order fulfillment services for your eCommerce operation, the search can seem a bit daunting – especially if you’ve been going it alone up to this point. Numerous providers have different capabilities and offerings, and it can be difficult to know which company’s services will best align with your business needs. In this article, we take a close look at the services fulfillment companies (e.g., third-party logistics companies) provide and explain what each mean

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Freightquote

AUGUST 11, 2020

Your small business can thrive with the right freight broker on your side. Learn three reasons it might be time for you to work with Freightquote today.

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Logistics Management

AUGUST 11, 2020

With a 0.004-cent increase, this week’s diesel average came in at $2.428 per gallon. This followed a 0.03-cent decline to $2.424, for the week of August 3, and a 0.006-cent decline, to 2.427 per gallon, for the week of July 27.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 11, 2020

“The things that matter most should never be at the mercy of the things that matter least” – Stephen Covey, author of the book entitled ‘The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People’ Watch the video below for more supply chain advice from Steven Thacker, Executive Director at Logistics Bureau. Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our websites, why not check them out?

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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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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2020

Next generation supply chain optimization will pair both smart, interconnected digital environments with the human insight it takes to make the most out of them. In my role, I get to meet a lot of people with a range of interests in optimizing various aspects of their supply chains. Typically, we’re trying to solve very. Read more Industry 5.0 and the Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2020

I am fascinated by this article. What an innovative solution! Many years ago my family and I took a trip to Guatemala.

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NGT News

AUGUST 11, 2020

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) has awarded $1.7 million in grants for DC fast chargers along well-traveled routes, which will make it more convenient for Michigan drivers to reach their destinations. The EGLE Charge Up Michigan Program grants will partially fund 36 EV DC fast-charging stations with a total of […].

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 11, 2020

The conversation on digitalization has grown louder, and more urgent lately. Experts everywhere are telling CEOs, CTOs, and COOs that they have to go digital, in order to remain relevant in their market. This picture is often painted as an all or nothing endeavor, but the truth is it’s not. As a manufacturer, digital transformation […]. The post What Leaders Need to Consider Before Implementing ERP appeared first on SYSPRO US.

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Freight Center

AUGUST 11, 2020

Most people are familiar with the traditional supply chain operation. Freight cargo moves from seller or manufacturer to the end customer, sometimes with the help of a third-party logistics company and sometimes handled internally through a large corporation. But the freight shipping world isn’t so cut and dry. What happens when customers need to send cargo and product back to the original shipper, or the intended end user isn’t the true final destination for cargo?

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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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GoShip Blog

AUGUST 11, 2020

Supply chain management is an essential part of the business. Even if you are a small business owner, taking care of your supply chain is key to efficiency and profitability. No matter the complexity of your supply chain, it can still be a challenge to manage it. However, there are a few cornerstone aspects that you need to consider to make your supply chain operate smoothly.

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Logistics Management

AUGUST 11, 2020

A new report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) observes how companies can learn from the pandemic and design resilient global supply chains. BCG’s new report outlines how companies must build more resilience into their manufacturing and supply networks—even if that resilience leads to extra costs.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 11, 2020

Global Women Supply Chain Leaders (GWSCL) Awards 2020 is the first global initiative to honour and shine the spotlight on the dedication, passion and incredible success stories of women within the supply chain industry – cross-domain and from around the world.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 11, 2020

[link] Customers around the globe have moved to increase e-commerce purchases in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis. Unfortunately, increases within E-commerce represent a major problem for the reverse logistics supply chain. Returns management within e-commerce have always been significantly higher than brick-and-mortar stores. However, the sudden surge in demand for e-commerce will inevitably contribute.read More.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 11, 2020

As technology advances, so fulfillment processes are evolving. But the path to success lies in staying ahead of the curve and implementing the solutions that make a difference. This eBook describes how today's fulfillment leaders use supply chain robots to overcome challenges generated by ever-changing consumer trends. You'll learn how: Companies maintain throughput during peak periods at a minimal operational cost with Robots-as-a-Service.

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Logistics Manager

AUGUST 11, 2020

CNC has announced that it will be launching a new Bay Bengal Express 2 (BBX2) service that connects the ports of China, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Singapore and Vietnam. CNC is the sole Intra Asia short sea carrier of the CMA CGM Group. An express service from China to Bangladesh, CNC says the BBX2 service promises shippers one of the best transit times in the market between the two countries.

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Airfreight Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2020

Swiss WorldCargo has updated its offering to include the transportation of commercial cargo in the cabin on select charter flights. Such cargo may include fashion/apparel, garments, fabrics, glassware, perishables, printing materials, machinery, electronic parts, aircraft parts, flowers, pharmaceuticals and spare parts. Medical equipment like diagnostic instruments and PPE equipment such as facemasks and surgical gloves can also continue to be transported within the cabin.

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Logistics Manager

AUGUST 11, 2020

Schleich GmbH , one of the largest toy manufacturers in Germany and the leading international provider of realistic animal figures, has decided to neutralize its entire sea freight CO2 footprint with the help of Kuehne+Nagel. “The decisive factor was Kuehne+Nagel’s Net Zero Carbon program, which sets new standards with CO2 neutral logistics.

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Food Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2020

Bill Sullivan, executive vice president of advocacy for American Trucking Associations, talks about how recruiting the younger generation today is key to the future of trucking and transportation companies.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 11, 2020

Supply chain management teams have had a tough time of late; firstly, there was the threat of a hard Brexit, and more recently the overwhelming impact of the coronavirus has been felt by all. Unfortunately, the future looks set to remain uncertain. Businesses therefore need to find ways to deal with these challenges and face them head-on to survive and seek-out growth opportunities.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 11, 2020

Bobby Holland, vice president and director of freight data solutions with U.S. Bank, discusses the results of the firm's latest quarterly Freight Payment Index, what it means for truckers, and how it mirrors trends in the economy as a whole.

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NGT News

AUGUST 11, 2020

The South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) governing board has approved the statewide administration of $27 million in funding to replace higher polluting trucks with zero-emission vehicles. The funding is part of the Volkswagen (VW) Environmental Mitigation Trust program, which is intended to fund projects that will fully mitigate the excess nitrogen […].

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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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MercuryGate

AUGUST 11, 2020

In transportation management, optimization success doesn’t come from one or even several tactical decisions, but from the on-going accrual of optimum choices. Collectively, these gains can boost your organization and set your business apart. This means that optimization capabilities need to be not only powerful and accurate, but also easily accessed and repeated.

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NGT News

AUGUST 11, 2020

Clean technology consulting firm and producers of the annual Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo, Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA) has authored and launched the first comprehensive, technology-neutral industry report that examines the current state of prevalent sustainable vehicle platforms for medium- and heavy-duty fleets and identifies the trends shaping the future of the industry.

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World Food Programme Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2020

Syrian refugees and Turkish nationals alike are cooking up a storm in a collaboration between agencies and institutions Melting pots: Culinary collaboration between WFP, government bodies and partners is intended to reach 11,500 people. Photo: WFP/Mehmet Caliskan The World Food Programme is working with a number of organizations and government bodies to keep assisting Syrian refugees and Turkish nationals in the face of the coronavirus outbreak.

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Paragon

AUGUST 11, 2020

The post Post-Pandemic Changes in Retail Grocery will Bring Fresh Challenges to Delivery Operations appeared first on Paragon Routing.

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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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World Food Programme Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2020

World Food Programme Representative and Country Director Chris Kaye on the lessons learned Dadu district, Sindh: WFP provided more than 87,000 metric tons of food to 7 million flood-affected people in October 2010. Photo: WFP/Geoffrey Pinnock Ten years ago, Pakistan suffered some of the worst floods in its history. Intense monsoon rains caused the Indus River and its tributaries to burst their banks, submerging one-fifth of the country from the north to the Arabian Sea, and devastating the lives

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Airfreight Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2020

Bolloré Logistics ‘ hub in Luxembourg recently received a machine to make surgical masks on behalf of the Luxembourg company ALLPHARMA. Imported from China via a cargo plane provided by the Cargolux airline, this machine has a production capacity of one million masks per week. Within a few weeks, ALLPHARMA will have six machines able to produce 4 million surgical masks and 650,000 FFP2 type masks per week.

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World Food Programme Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2020

Faster than floods: WFP works to avoid a double-disaster in Bangladesh WFP and the UN’s Central Emergency Relief Fund are using forecasts to help people prepare for the next climate shock Abdus salvages food for his livestock during flooding in Northern Bangladesh. Photo: WFP/Sayed Asif Mahmud In northern Bangladesh, Abdus Samad Sarker swims through floodwaters, desperately trying to salvage food for his livestock.

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