Sun.Mar 22, 2020

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Time for a Supply Chain Reserve Corps

10xLogistics

As I am sure every supply chain professional and logistician is doing now, I am spending quite a bit of time thinking about the overall supply chain in the United States and wondering if it is truly set up to service the Country in a time of national emergency. We heard the Governor of NY today in his press conference say that the states are basically bidding against each other to get needed (and scarce) health care supplies.

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[Video] What Does Great Look Like in Logistics?

Talking Logistics

Bill Madden, VP of Logistics-as-a-Service at BluJay Solutions, discusses how shippers can leverage benchmarking data to gauge their performance and drive continuous improvement. Podcast version (click to play): The post [Video] What Does Great Look Like in Logistics? appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. Bill Madden, VP of Logistics-as-a-Service at BluJay Solutions, discusses how shippers can leverage benchmarking data to gauge their performance and drive continuous improveme

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COVID-19 Information for Drivers

Women in Trucking

Written by Truckers For A Cause As of Friday night 3/20, we have information on only 17 sites accessible to a coupled semi-truck that are prepared to do a COVID-19 test. We are working to get this information confirmed and available. Please note this is a work in progress. Continue to follow the CDC guidelines. 1) If you think you have COVID-19 review the CDC site for symptoms.

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[Video] A Manufacturer’s Guide to E-Commerce Fulfillment Excellence

Talking Logistics

Sophie Dabbs, Senior Vice President of Solutions Engineering at Transportation Insight, discusses the challenges and opportunities manufacturers face with e-commerce fulfillment. Podcast version (click to play): The post [Video] A Manufacturer’s Guide to E-Commerce Fulfillment Excellence appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. Sophie Dabbs, Senior Vice President of Solutions Engineering at Transportation Insight, discusses the challenges and opportunities manufacturers face wit

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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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Some Tips to Keep Your Warehouse Free from COVID-19

Logistics Bureau

A worker in an Amazon warehouse in Queens, New York, this week tested positive for Coronavirus, prompting the closure of the facility. This is the last thing that you want happening in your warehouse—the disruption and fallout could be devastating. It would mean deep-cleaning the entire warehouse and possibly ordering fellow workers to self-isolate for a period—all of which would come at enormous cost to your supply chain.

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FOB or CIF? What Are The Differences & What Should Importers Choose?

Dedola Global Logistics

International shipping is a complicated business. Whether you are an importer, exporter, or broker, you need to consider the cost of shipping. Implementing smart strategies will have a dramatic effect on your company’s bottom line. Choosing The Right Terms of Sale is Critical Choosing the right terms of sale or “INCO Terms” is critical. Two of the most common terms used for air and ocean shipments are CIF and FOB.

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Port of Long Beach Terminals Open and Operating

Logistics Manager

Port of Long Beach marine terminals are open and operating amid the unfolding health crisis, with regular vessel calls and scheduled work shifts continuing at the nation’s second-busiest seaport. The Port’s marine terminals are receiving vessel calls and workers are transferring cargo off and on ships under the health-protective directives established by the U.S.

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COVID-19 Shipping & Port Closure Updates

Dedola Global Logistics

Shipping Industry Affected by Corona Virus Pandemic The rapidly developing Covid-19 Corona Virus pandemic is affecting the shipping industry along with every other aspect of business and personal life. We will be posting to this blog page with any industry relevant news we believe our clients may need to know. We will be consolidating up-to-date news related to such things as port closures and reopenings, and ocean and air carrier change announcements.

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ONE Unveils Upgraded Participation on the AUE Service

Logistics Manager

Ocean Network Express ( ONE ) is pleased to announce its upgraded participation on the Australia East Asia Service (AUE), also known as North East Asia – Australia Express (NEAX) service. Starting from April 2020, ONE will be operating a vessel on the AUE service, which is currently co-shared with joint-service partner, Hapag-Lloyd AG. Pusan – Qingdao – Ningbo – Shanghai – Yantian – Sydney – Melbourne – Brisbane – Pusan The AUE service, jointly operated by ONE, Evergreen Line, Hapag-Lloyd and HM

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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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FOB or CIF? What Are The Differences & What Should Importers Choose?

Dedola Global Logistics

International shipping is a complicated business. Whether you are an importer, exporter, or broker, you need to consider the cost of shipping. Implementing smart strategies will have a dramatic effect on your company’s bottom line. Choosing The Right Terms of Sale is Critical. Choosing the right terms of sale or “INCO Terms” is critical. Two of the most common terms used for air and ocean shipments are CIF and FOB.

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EXIM Thailand Cuts Lending Interest Rates to Assist in Fighting Economic Disruption of Covid-19

Logistics Manager

EXIM Thailand has announced reduction of MOR, MLR and MRR lending interest rate to the industry lowest at only 5.75% per annum, effective from March 19, 2020, aiming to ease the impact of Covid-19 spreading so that Thai entrepreneurs can continue running their businesses with financial liquidity and lower interest cost. Mr. Pisit Serewiwattana, President of Export-Import Bank of Thailand (EXIM Thailand), revealed that EXIM Thailand is ready to lead the market by cutting down the Bank’s lending i

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COVID-19 Shipping & Port Closure Updates

Dedola Global Logistics

Shipping Industry Affected by Corona Virus Pandemic. The rapidly developing Covid-19 Corona Virus pandemic is affecting the shipping industry along with every other aspect of business and personal life. We will be posting to this blog page with any industry relevant news we believe our clients may need to know. We will be consolidating up-to-date news related to such things as port closures and reopenings, and ocean and air carrier change announcements.

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Customs Invoice

Globalior

One question that often comes up in supply chain operations is: “What is the invoice format required by Customs?” The Customs invoice is an important document used in any supply chain. Customs does not dictate a specific invoice format be used, however in many cases they do require invoices to contain mandatory information. These requirements can vary from country to country and in some cases, Customs authorities may have no specific requirements at all.

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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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Supporting entrepreneurial women in Rwanda

World Food Programme Logistics

WFP cash transfers boost the local economy in and around the camp, generating opportunities for both refugees and host communities. Florence recounting how she was able to start anew as a refugee with a shop in Mahama camp. Photo: WFP/Emily Fredenberg Florence Mukayizera, a Burundian refugee, has lived in Mahama camp in Eastern Rwanda for almost five years with her six young children.

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Receive delivery in 15 minutes? !

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Yesterday, I helped my sister buy some medicines on a Chinese app. I did not expect that it would only take 15 minutes from the time I successfully paid the order to the time when my sister received the medicine delivery. This speed really scared me! !! The company’s name is “DINGDANG KUAIYAO” DINGDANG is the translation of the Japanese anime Doraemon when it introduced the Hong Kong and Taiwan markets, which means that this app can provide many unexpected services like Doraemo

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Jettainer Americas Inc. Appoints New Managing Director

Airfreight Logistics

Since the beginning of March, Shailendar Kothari has been assigned as the new Managing Director of Jettainer Americas Inc. The Jettainer daughter company is based in Delaware and includes branches in Dallas, Chicago, Miami, New York and Los Angeles. In his new role, Kothari is responsible for the company’s operational activities, as well as business and market opportunities in the Americas.

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Automation Hero March 2020: Lena Johansson from Väderstad AB

EazyStock

Lena Johansson, Aftermarket P urchaser at Väderstad AB, has lowered inventory levels and streamlined her workload by using automation. That’s why she’s March’s Automation Hero. . Name: Lena Johansson. Title: Aftermarket Purchaser. Company: Väderstad AB. Congratulations on winning the award, Lena! Please can you tell us a little about yourself, where you work and what your role is?

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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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Oman Air Cargo Awards Jettainer for “Best Service”

Airfreight Logistics

Jettainer recently received the Oman Air Cargo Award 2020 in the category “Best Service” during the award gala on 4th March in Muscat, Oman. It is the second year in a row that Jettainer received this honor. Every year the cargo airline recognizes those partners with a Certificate of Appreciation whose support and cooperation particularly stood out in the last year. “We are very pleased that we were able to convince with our work again.

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UPS Receives CEIV Pharma Cert at Changi Airport

247 Customs Broker

UPS have announced that its freight forwarding operation at Changi Airport, Singapore, has received IATA CEIV Pharma Certification for pharmaceutical logistics. The certification is the… The post UPS Receives CEIV Pharma Cert at Changi Airport appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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UPS Receives CEIV Pharma Cert at Changi Airport

Airfreight Logistics

UPS have announced that its freight forwarding operation at Changi Airport, Singapore, has received IATA CEIV Pharma Certification for pharmaceutical logistics. The certification is the first for UPS in Asia Pacific and strengthens the value proposition of UPS’s healthcare logistics offering in the region. UPS says that this is a further validation of its capabilities in the safe, secure and efficient transportation of high value pharmaceutical products.

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BOC Aviation Announces Major Transaction of 22 Boeing 787-8 Aircraft

247 Customs Broker

BOC Aviation has announced that it has signed an agreement with American Airlines (“American”) for the lease of 22 new Boeing 787-8 aircraft. The aircraft… The post BOC Aviation Announces Major Transaction of 22 Boeing 787-8 Aircraft appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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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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BOC Aviation Announces Major Transaction of 22 Boeing 787-8 Aircraft

Airfreight Logistics

BOC Aviation has announced that it has signed an agreement with American Airlines (“American”) for the lease of 22 new Boeing 787-8 aircraft. The aircraft are powered by General Electric GEnx engines, and are scheduled for delivery in 2020 and 2021. Robert Martin, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, BOC Aviation, said: “We are excited to welcome American as a new customer to BOC Aviation, and to celebrate a new milestone, as this transaction becomes the largest lease commitment in our

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EXIM Thailand Cuts Lending Interest Rates to Assist in Fighting Economic Disruption of Covid-19

247 Customs Broker

EXIM Thailand has announced reduction of MOR, MLR and MRR lending interest rate to the industry lowest at only 5.75% per annum, effective from March… The post EXIM Thailand Cuts Lending Interest Rates to Assist in Fighting Economic Disruption of Covid-19 appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Makro distribution network

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

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Oman Air Cargo Awards Jettainer for "Best Service"

247 Customs Broker

Jettainer recently received the Oman Air Cargo Award 2020 in the category “Best Service” during the award gala on 4th March in Muscat, Oman. It… The post Oman Air Cargo Awards Jettainer for "Best Service" appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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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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El corte inglés distribution

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

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Port of Long Beach Terminals Open and Operating

247 Customs Broker

Port of Long Beach marine terminals are open and operating amid the unfolding health crisis, with regular vessel calls and scheduled work shifts continuing at… The post Port of Long Beach Terminals Open and Operating appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Distribution Network and Service factors in Amazon

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV