Tue.Dec 04, 2018

article thumbnail

Understanding How LTL and Last Yard Is the New “Last Mile”

GlobalTranz

As explained by Gary Frantz of Transport Topics , products requiring in-home installation or setup form one of the fastest growing sales’ areas in e-commerce. Appliances, electronics and even home repairs are combined with the online shopping experience , so it is not enough to get a shipment to its destination. Shippers must recognize the need to go further, including the installation or setup of a product, as well as maintaining visibility and control over the shipment throughout transit

article thumbnail

Put Your Best e-Fulfillment Foot Forward with Dynamic Slotting

Logistics Viewpoints

Two Kardashians just Tweeted and Instagrammed a photo of your product. A tidal wave of online orders spiked your system. Is your warehouse ready? Is it ready to deliver same-day? This might sound extreme, but it’s exactly where we are today in supply chain. Agility and rapid fulfillment no longer fall into the “buzzword” category—they’re the expectations of your customers.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

Project44 acquires Danish freight visibility provider GateHouse Logistics

DC Velocity

Demand for supply chain visibility tools will continue, regardless of impact of tariffs on trade rates, firm says.

article thumbnail

Mission Critical Electronics acquires Xantrex mobile power assets from Schneider Electric

Fleet Owner

“Most importantly, I am excited about the new growth platforms available, the talent level of the Xantrex people, and the new career opportunities that will be opened,” said Kevin Moschetti CEO of Mission Critical Electronics.

article thumbnail

GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

article thumbnail

How Much Is Your Pallet Rack Really Costing You?

Material Handling and Logistics

Hint: It may be more than the initial purchase cost.

More Trending

article thumbnail

The Dispatch Report + Pilot Updates | Decemeber 2018, Issue No. 9

Shipchain

Dear Community, As 2018 begins to wind down, we want to give you a sneak peek at some of the exciting things we’ve been working on—some fantastic updates that we have for you today—and the major milestones we can’t wait to share with you in January. Overview. The past few months have been a whirlwind! Our business development & leadership teams have been all over the world, attending major blockchain conferences and hosting a suite of events specific to shipping and logistics.

article thumbnail

WEX converting Chevron and Texaco business card customers

Fleet Owner

Major oil companies, convenience store retailers put increasing trust in payments company.

101
101
article thumbnail

The Dispatch Report + Pilot Updates | December 2018, Issue No. 9

Shipchain

Dear Community, As 2018 begins to wind down, we want to give you a sneak peek at some of the exciting things we’ve been working on—some fantastic updates that we have for you today—and the major milestones we can’t wait to share with you in January. Overview. The past few months have been a whirlwind! Our business development & leadership teams have been all over the world, attending major blockchain conferences and hosting a suite of events specific to shipping and logistics.

article thumbnail

Where competition, modernisation and capability meet

Logistics in War

By David Beaumont. Thankyou, once again, for supporting Logistics In War. The last year has been one in which logistics has featured in debates on strategic competition, advancements in modernisation, and with discussions on the professionalisation of logisticians. The site appears to have found its niche, filling a gap ‘somewhere’ between strategy, defence institutional performance and modernisation.

Meeting 79
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Hyundai MnSoft partners with Netradyne to make autonomous vehicle technology global

Fleet Owner

Using Dynamic Crowd-Sourced Deep Vision Technology, Netradyne and Hyundai MnSoft will offer a dynamic HD mapping platform.

article thumbnail

Diesel average is down for seventh straight week, reports EIA

Logistics Management

With a 5.4-cent decline, the national diesel average now stands at $3.207 per gallon. This follows declines of 2.1 cents, 3.5 cents, 2.1 cents, of 1.7 cents, 2.5 cents, and 1.4 cents, respectively, over the six five weeks.

66
article thumbnail

Sanitary Conveyors

Material Handling and Logistics

Deitz Co. has introduced sanitary conveyors in the Pharmafill line that feature a design that promotes complete cleaning without any disassembly required.

60
article thumbnail

project44 announces acquisition of Denmark-based GateHouse Logistics

Logistics Management

Chicago-based project44 announced it has acquired Nørresundby, Denmark-based GateHouse Logistics, a logistics technology provider focusing on securely sharing data across the supply chain, with an emphasis on visibility of inbound and outbound logistics.

article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

What’s the Cheapest Way to Ship Large Items?

Freight Center

When facing options for shipping large items, some of your choices might seem expensive. When shipping items under 70 lbs, parcel shipping is typically the most cost-effective shipping method. Parcels can often be shipped via ground or economy, depending on your specific item and requirements. However, if your item weighs over 70 lbs, the quoting process can get a little bit more confusing.

article thumbnail

The 5 factors you must consider before selecting a TMS

Logistics Management

The question is: Which TMS will help you meet (and exceed) customer demands while helping your company shore up its own bottom line in the competitive environment?

Meeting 63
article thumbnail

What’s the Cheapest Way to Ship Large Items?

Freight Center

When facing options for shipping large items, some of your choices might seem expensive. When shipping items under 70 lbs, parcel shipping is typically the most cost-effective shipping method. Parcels can often be shipped via ground or economy, depending on your specific item and requirements. However, if your item weighs over 70 lbs, the quoting process can get a little bit more confusing.

article thumbnail

Your Guide To Internationally Shipping Heavy Equipment

Trans Global Auto Logistics

Your Guide To Internationally Shipping Heavy Equipment. Thanks to modern communication technology, it’s never been easier to close an international deal involving heavy machines. If only you could email your shipment as easily as you can the invoices. No matter the circumstances or how far away your customers are, it’s important to understand how to ship heavy equipment internationally to get the best results for both sides.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Transportation Management 2018: Navigating the new realities

Logistics Management

As we do every December, we avoid “year in review” content and instead aim to help readers prepare for the year ahead through our annual virtual summit—an online educational event that puts the current market realities into context and offers logistics professionals practical advice to help streamline operations.

article thumbnail

[PODCAST] Why Shippers & 3PLs Who Focus on Customer Service Reduce Freight Costs

GlobalTranz

Hello and welcome back to another episode of “The Freight Project Podcast!” On today’s “The Freight Project” Podcast episode Cerasis welcomes Eric Workman, the Cerasis Customer Service Manager. Eric oversees our auditing & billing department as well as our freight damage claims department. Both services help streamline shippers’ internal processes by saving them time and money by not having to dedicate resources to do either of these functions.

article thumbnail

An App for Food Transparency

UL EHS- Sustainability

Changing how consumers engage and interact with the food and drink they consume is seen as a big part of the sustainable supply chain conundrum. If people can understand where and how their goods are made, there is a better chance of incentivising more ethical and responsible production further down the chain. So, step forward a new app called Almond.

article thumbnail

What Is a Digital Supply Chain? An SAP Exec Answers

IoT World Today

Casually reflecting on how an everyday object, whether it’s a glass bottle or smartphone, came into being can be mind-bending. On the one hand, there’s the flow from idea to a product on the production-line to warehouses and distribution centers. On the other is the similar flow of raw materials or components needed to manufacture the good in question.

article thumbnail

Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory

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.

article thumbnail

Freight railroads are on board with USMCA

Logistics Management

There appears to be a collective sigh relief among freight railroad industry stakeholders, regardless of the agreement’s new name.

Freight 61
article thumbnail

Be Careful When Exploring Alternatives to Annual Performance Reviews

Material Handling and Logistics

Employment laws still apply no matter how you choose to evaluate employees’ work.

60
article thumbnail

Your Guide To Internationally Shipping Heavy Equipment

Trans Global Auto Logistics

Your Guide To Internationally Shipping Heavy Equipment. Thanks to modern communication technology, it’s never been easier to close an international deal involving heavy machines. If only you could email your shipment as easily as you can the invoices. No matter the circumstances or how far away your customers are, it’s important to understand how to ship heavy equipment internationally to get the best results for both sides.

article thumbnail

What’s the Cheapest Way to Ship Large Items?

Freight Center

When facing options for shipping large items, some of your choices might seem expensive. When shipping items under 70 lbs, parcel shipping is typically the most cost-effective shipping method. Parcels can often be shipped via ground or economy, depending on your specific item and requirements. However, if your item weighs over 70 lbs, the quoting process can get a little bit more confusing.

article thumbnail

Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability

How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps. Discover how these strategies can boost your enterprise's financial health, helping not only to keep up but to excel in today's market.

article thumbnail

Your Guide To Internationally Shipping Heavy Equipment

Trans Global Auto Logistics

Your Guide To Internationally Shipping Heavy Equipment. Thanks to modern communication technology, it’s never been easier to close an international deal involving heavy machines. If only you could email your shipment as easily as you can the invoices. No matter the circumstances or how far away your customers are, it’s important to understand how to ship heavy equipment internationally to get the best results for both sides.

article thumbnail

Ceva trials truck route from China to Europe

Automotive Logistics

Ceva Logistics has sent what it says is the first-ever TIR truck from Khorgos, in the far west of China, to Europe via Kazakhstan. “The trial proves that the TIR carnet issued in China is accepted in the transit countries en route to Europe,” said Torben Bengtsson, executive vice-president of Ceva Logistics Greater China. Though automotive parts were not included in this first run, OEMs and parts suppliers among Ceva’s automotive customers have shown a high level of interest in the project, a

article thumbnail

UK Warehouse Firm Offers Post-Christmas Brexit Stockpiling Space

Logistics Business Magazine

As the Brexit deal faces further delays, some industries are beginning to stockpile goods in UK warehouses, in order to maintain levels of manufacturing and continue operations as normal. The car industry, plus the pharmaceutical, food and beverage sectors are those most expecting to be hit. A survey released this week by British manufacturing group EEF (Engineering Employer’s Federation), says UK manufacturers are increasingly stockpiling goods as a precaution.

Survey 32