The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 2, 2018

Will freight brokerage pricing evolve toward a discounted, transparent fee model like stock brokerage pricing? To answer that question, let’s examine some of the similarities between the two industries. The Evolution from Full-Service to Discount Stock Brokers. Back in the 70’s and 80’s full-service stock brokerages dominated the industry. The industry leaders, like Merrill Lynch, E.F Hutton, etc. were household names and even though most people didn’t invest through stock brokers, we all knew w

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DC Velocity

APRIL 2, 2018

Better visibility, forecasting, and ironclad digital contracts are all in play in a bid to end the vicious cycle.

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Fleet Owner

APRIL 2, 2018

Law enforcement faces its own challenges as trucking transitions to the electronic age.

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DC Velocity

APRIL 2, 2018

Fast-charging batteries can drive counterbalance trucks, reach trucks, pallet trucks, and AGVs, firm says.

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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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Material Handling and Logistics

APRIL 2, 2018

”Consumption, described as production and employment, continues to expand, with indications that labor and skill shortages are affecting production output,” said Timothy R. Fiore, Chair of the Institute for Supply Management. Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in March, and the overall economy grew for the 107th consecutive month, say the nation's supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report on Business.

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Material Handling and Logistics

APRIL 2, 2018

Tactics include investing in training and development, raising pay and giving out performance-based bonuses.

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Fleet Owner

APRIL 2, 2018

Additives are the feature that separates premium from standard-grade diesel, extending the life of both the fuel and the engine.

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Material Handling and Logistics

APRIL 2, 2018

Tactics include investing in training and development, raising pay and giving out performance-based bonuses.

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DC Velocity

APRIL 2, 2018

Dye, FMC commissioner, urges all maritime stakeholders to get involved in probe.

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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

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Material Handling and Logistics

APRIL 2, 2018

A preview of MODEX 2018 and a look at some of the new products that are helping to usher in a new era of supply chain excellence.

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DC Velocity

APRIL 2, 2018

Recognition awarded at retailer's annual transportation conference.

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Fleet Owner

APRIL 2, 2018

Finding available and safe parking has been a problem for more than a decade.

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DC Velocity

APRIL 2, 2018

Massive write-down behind it, company starts to dig out of hole.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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Fleet Owner

APRIL 2, 2018

Commercial vehicle and industrial LED lighting company Maxxima has introduced a new line of ultra-thin emergency/ warning LED lights. The lineup is Class 2 lighting, a mid-class brightness rating used for things like utility vehicles at the roadside.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 2, 2018

When it comes to enterprise software, a truism is that the software contains “best practices.” Companies should change their processes to fit the best practices contained within the software. This will lead not just to better efficiency but makes the software easier to implement and upgrade. But as one company’s journey to logistics maturity shows, this often works better in theory than in practice.

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Logistics Management

APRIL 2, 2018

With the calendar officially having shifted into April, one thing that comes with it, along with springtime, is the full enforcement of the electronic logging devices mandate (ELD) for commercial motor carriers.

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Fleet Owner

APRIL 2, 2018

Connected vehicle and fleet technology provider Azuga has launched Azuga Marketplace, a digital platform that connects fleet customers with Internet of Things (IoT) sensors and back-office applications.

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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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Talking Logistics

APRIL 2, 2018

Since last summer the warning signs have been there that shippers would be facing tighter capacity and increased transportation costs this year. Did all shippers respond to the warnings? Have shippers taken their freight out to bid or are many of them still standing on the sidelines? What actions can shippers take to better prepare for whatever market conditions lie ahead?

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Material Handling and Logistics

APRIL 2, 2018

The electronic logging devices rule adds another choke point for freight prices, which are facing a 28% increase in spot rates this year.

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Fleet Owner

APRIL 2, 2018

EnduraPanel air filters provide effective protection for heavy-duty equipment throughout the entire service interval, without fail, according to Baldwin.

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Material Handling and Logistics

APRIL 2, 2018

Janam Technologies LLC has introduced the XM75, a key-based rugged mobile computer that scans barcodes and communicates wirelessly.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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Fleet Owner

APRIL 2, 2018

Eaton EverTough clutches are designed and engineered for older vehicles typically operated by the second and third owners.

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Operations 64

Logistics Management

APRIL 2, 2018

In its monthly Manufacturing Report on Business, ISM said that PMI, the report’s key metric, fell 1.5% in March to 59.3 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth). This marks the 19th consecutive month of PMI growth, with the overall economy now having grown for 107 straight months.

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Fleet Owner

APRIL 2, 2018

EPA expected to announce plans to “revise” Obama era rules this week.

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Logistics Management

APRIL 2, 2018

In this exclusive webinar Quintiq's Robert Oliver takes an in-depth look into the complexities of food logistics, with a special emphasis on the distribution center-to-store routing challenge.

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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

Inventory Reduction

Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 2, 2018

Riverview, FL – March 28th, 2018 / BlueGrace Logistics announced today that Randy Collack, Chief Strategy Officer, has informed the company that he intends to retire this year. A definitive date has not been established, but the process of filling that position with an industry proven COO will begin immediately. BlueGrace has initiated a nationwide search of external candidates who have significant experience holding senior-level executive positions running large-scale sales teams in the transpo

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The Logistics Academy

APRIL 2, 2018

Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) launched its very first Blockchain Challenge to accelerate the application of blockchain beyond fintech. To boost innovation and adoption of blockchain technology beyond fintech, Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) launched its very first Blockchain Challenge. “To ensure every business is a digital business, Singapore’s digital economy requires technologies which can accelerate sector transformation.

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Airfreight Logistics

APRIL 2, 2018

The Boeing Company and Singapore Airlines recently celebrated the delivery of their first Dreamliner 787-10 aircraft. The 787-10 is the largest version in the Dreamliner generation of planes and promises to set a new global standard for fuel efficiency. As with the other aircraft in the Dreamliner family, the 787-10 is designed with strong, lightweight composites and comes with state of the art systems.

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