Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Even though this year will be very different than other years, the Thanksgiving logistics headaches will continue. The turkey supply chain remains a complex balancing act between supply and demand, especially at the fresh turkey level. Smaller gatherings could have an impact on demand for smaller birds, which can throw an added complexity into the mix.
Shipsta
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
It is well known that the COVID-19 pandemic has a devastating effect on the worldwide economy. Although the situation is not as dire as it was at the beginning of the outbreak, businesses have been struggling to survive or to perform up to expectations. The freight industry is no exception, although it has benefited from the fact that there is always a demand for transportation services.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Food Logistics
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Marina, Brielle and Mackenna sit down with Rebecca Brewster, president and COO of American Transportation Research Institute, to discuss driver shortage, results from ATRI’s annual driver report, the future of trucking and transportation and more.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published yesterday, “Creating Resilience Amid Disruption: 2020 Supply Chain Market Research.” This third annual research study, conducted by Adelante SCM and the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), and presented by BluJay Solutions (a Talking Logistics sponsor), was conducted to gain insight on.
Advertisement
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.
Truck News
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Regular readers of this blog will be fully aware of the Private Motor Truck Council of Canada’s (PMTC) concerns on electronic logging device (ELD) timelines and our concerns over Transport Canada’s refusal at this point to address these concerns as the compliance deadline continues to rapidly approach. The PMTC is not a lone voice in […].
Logistics Brief brings together the best content for Logistics and Warehousing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
As competition for temporary workers intensifies, employers are boosting wages and perks, and promoting more opportunities for full-time jobs.
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continuing to impact supply chain operations a new study issued this week, which was commissioned by supply chain software and services provider BluJay Solutions and conducted by Adelante SCM, in partnership with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), examined how shippers have worked their way through COVID-19-driven supply chain disruption and also what they plan to do in order to have more resilient supply chains.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
The chief executive officer of the world’s biggest container shipping company says trade relations between Europe and the U.S. will probably become more “collaborative” under the presidency of Joe Biden.
NGT News
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Clean Power Capital Corp.’s 90% owned subsidiary – PowerTap Hydrogen Fueling Corp. – has partnered with Cryotek pursuant to an eight-month contract to provide engineering and design for the next generation PowerTap hydrogen filling stations, which are planned to be deployed across North America starting in 2021. “PowerTap is excited to work with Cryotek as […].
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
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Chris Forrester, chief technology officer with Shyft Network Inc., explains what’s happening with cryptocurrency exchanges, bitcoin and the security of blockchain for non-financial purposes.
NGT News
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
California electric utilities are teaming up with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to offer the California Clean Fuel Reward (CCFR), a point-of-sale price reduction of up to $1,500 for the purchase or lease of any eligible new battery-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle from a participating automotive retailer. Starting this week, consumers will be able […].
FreightWaves SONAR
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
For freight brokerages, top-line revenue isn’t as impressive as it sounds. Profitability is the key, and the profits are all derived from gross margin. It’s the difference between what a freight broker charges a shipper and pays a carrier that brings in the cash flow to keep the lights on and the brokers earning commission checks. . Here are three tips that will help all freight brokerages expand gross margin dollars and drive value to the bottom line on their P&L sheet by increasing freigh
NGT News
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Twenty-eight businesses – which employ hundreds of thousands of workers across all 50 states – have launched the Zero Emission Transportation Association (ZETA), a new organization advocating for national policies that will enable 100% electric vehicle (EV) sales throughout the light-, medium- and heavy-duty sectors by 2030. ZETA is the first industry coalition of its […].
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.
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
While there have been some positive developments, in recent days regarding new vaccines for the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, a white paper issued today sponsored by North Reading, Mass.-based TraceLink, a provider of supply chain visibility platform services for the life sciences supply chain, in collaboration with research firm IDC, highlighted the myriad challenges that the pandemic has wrought upon pharmaceutical shippers.
NGT News
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Landi Renzo says it has received California Air Resources Board (CARB) certification for its converted Ford compressed natural gas 7.3-liter engine, which is used in Class 4-7 vehicles. The Landi Renzo “Eco-Ready” dedicated CNG/RNG system for the 7.3-liter engine can be used for airport and hotel shuttle buses, delivery trucks, service trucks, large package trucks […].
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG) and its sister airline LEVEL, have announced a return to regular services from Barcelona to Buenos Aires and Santiago de Chile.
Overdrive Online
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
NASTC President David Owen has announced the official cancelation of the association's annual meeting in Nashville as COVID surges -- with the announcement, though, he offered this video message from acting FMCSA chief Wiley Deck. The post Another annual tradition thrown off in this crazy year first appeared on Overdrive.
Advertisement
The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
The 2020 peak holiday shopping season promises to break all records for order volumes, especially for e-commerce. The outlook has brought renewed focus on the supply-chain resources needed to accommodate the spike in demand.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
The global pandemic is forcing everyone to reassess their inventory management processes. A recent bulletin from the Cleaning and Hygiene Suppliers’ Association (CHSA) has called on medical supply businesses to urgently address their supply chains and plan for shortages. Discussing the impact of COVID-19 on the cleaning and hygiene sector, it cited the fragility of […].
LandLink
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
There is little doubt that technology has transformed the Logistics business in the last several years. Will we ever get to fast enough or efficient enough? It's not likely. Under pressure exerted by demand for instant gratification, new tech-first logistics providers are beginning to pervade the fulfillment environment. Without the autonomous hardware that promises to supersede traditional road transportation, they are instead leveraging digital tools to improve the performance of manually exec
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
The truth be told, the supply chain management profession is extremely broad and the range of jobs in the industry is vast. There is no… The post The Wide Choice of Logistics and Supply Chain Jobs & Career Paths appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Advertiser: GEP
Your Roadmap to Smarter Spend Management in 2024 Geopolitical, economic and supply chain challenges will stick around in 2024, but don’t despair. There are strategic opportunities to leverage AI-powered technology and digital toolsets to overcome these hurdles more effectively. GEP experts in nearly two dozen critical categories guide you in the right direction in our annual comprehensive resource — GEP Spend Category Outlook 2024.
FreightWaves SONAR
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
For all freight management segments, navigating a volatile freight market’s complexities stand out as a leading disruption of 2020. This year has taught freight management experts and leaders that nothing is set in stone. Market uncertainty can spin on a dime. Brokerages, freight forwarders, shippers, carriers, and other logistics service providers (LSPs) need to realize that the only way forward lies in the proper application of data and a robust freight tech stack.
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
18th November 2020 The Mosca EVOLUTION SoniXs MS-6 H by Mosca is high-end strapping machine. It is now available with a vertical edge protection applicator… The post Vertical Edge Protection for Bundled Products appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
World Food Programme Logistics
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Madagascar: Drought and COVID-19 push 1.5 million people to the brink World Food Programme calls for funds as pandemic worsens problems caused by premature dry season in the south A child undergoes a malnutrition test. Photo: WFP/Tsiory Andriantsoarana By Staff Writers Southern Madagascar is on the brink of a humanitarian disaster, with 1.5 million people?
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
18th November 2020 The international parcel logistics company GLS expects 30 to 40 percent more volume in the autumn and Christmas season. In 2020 the… The post Logistics network expands – Logistics Business® Magazine appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Advertisement
To continue scaling your omnichannel business, you need to manage a lot of orders across a lot of different channels and marketplaces. Some brands do this by hand. Some try to force their ERP to manage it. Others rely on a complex system of cross-referencing the dashboards of their various channels. None of these is an effective or sustainable solution.
Globalior
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
GST and VAT are terms used almost interchangeably by many businesses. In many ways these terms refer to the same type of tax. Countries do not usually have both GST and VAT regimes. An exception however is India, where VAT can be charged on alcohol sold in eateries while GST is charges on everything else. What is GST? GST refers to Goods and Services Tax.
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Xpediator subsidiary Delamode signed a partnership with Speedy Freight for a hanging garment delivery service in the UK. The service specialises in delivering garments such… The post Speedy Freight and Xpediator sign partnership deal for hanging garment deliveries appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
VeriShip, a shipping expense optimization platform, recently announced a merger with Sifted, provider of a data science-driven predictive logistics platform.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
132 
Let's personalize your content