Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Despite industry professionals talking about it for 20+ years, many companies still don’t have real supply chain visibility beyond a rudimentary level. So how can we achieve this? What business processes will it impact? How can we convert greater visibility into sustainable business value, especially in light of today’s increasing transportation costs and more demanding customer expectations?
Automotive Logistics
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Logistics providers reading the headlines about Brexit may well feel uncertain about how their business needs to transform. A range of potential outcomes, from a soft Brexit to a no deal, makes it difficult to know what the UK’s future trading relationship with the EU will look like. Although much is in the hands of the government, freight firms shouldn’t wait for negotiations to conclude in order to prepare.
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Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
It’s funny how some trends seem to go “full circle.” In 1999, everybody thought they could pick the next big thing. Then after the dot.com bubble burst, it seemed like everybody distanced themselves from their “visionary” pasts. I recall a brief discussion I had around 2002 with a self-described “internet guy.” He commented about the online grocery company Webvan’s business model with the statement “I don’t know what they were thinking – I mean, if you double-bag […].
Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
With Hurricane Florence approaching the U.S. East Coast, employers should have an Emergency Action Plan, and if they have one, they should follow it.
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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.
DC Velocity
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Sixth weekly service day to extend beyond peak season, FedEx Ground parent says.
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Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The group has activated a hurricane micro-site that will allow organizations to monitor each storm’s path, view recent alerts and get updates on transportation and supply chain conditions in impacted areas. As Hurricane Florence nears the U.S. East Coast and several named storms threaten other U.S. states and interests, the American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) is mobilizing for action – and encouraging industry businesses to do the same.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
InMotion Global said that AscendTMS, its cloud-based transportation management software, has added NextLOAD to its system. NextLOAD, a product from Apex Capital Corp., is a load board and freight-matching marketplace.
Transporeon
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
According to the National Hurricane Center, Hurricane Florence intensified to a Category 4 storm, which may affect millions this week in the Southeastern U.S., including North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. Hurricane Florence is aiming to take landfall late Thursday or early Friday somewhere between Charleston, South Carolina, and Norfolk, Virginia.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
New program seeks to accelerate advanced vehicle technologies and cut emissions in targeted market segments.
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
GlobalTranz
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The retail apocalypse has received plenty of attention over the past three years. Industry experts feared it would spell doom for traditional, brick-and-mortar establishments, but e-commerce is having an unexpected effect. Brick-and-mortar stores that understand the invaluable role of e-commerce in relation to omnichannel supply chain success can help retailers avoid the retail apocalypse.
Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
TECSYS Inc. has launched an IDN (integrated delivery network) Readiness Assessment for Supply Chain Transformation for the healthcare industry.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Do we think battery electric vehicles will take over the commercial vehicle market tomorrow? No but we do think they make sense in some applications.
Logistics Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Signs of a turnaround in the prospects of global container shipping companies began surfacing last July when rates began creeping up through the Peak Season. Overcapacity, however, continues to haunt the industry and may keep it from a sustainable recovery.
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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.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Reversing several weeks of seasonal declines, the national average spot van rate jumped 6 cents to $2.20/mile while the reefer rate gained 8 cents to $2.57/mile compared to the previous week.
Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The group has activated a hurricane micro-site that will allow organizations to monitor each storm’s path, view recent alerts and get updates on transportation and supply chain conditions in impacted areas.
Logistics Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Global transportation and logistics bellwether FedEx said that it is upping its FedEx Ground U.S. operations to six days a week from five. Company officials said that this move was made in response to a combination of –increasing e-commerce demand and record influx of volume expected this holiday season, and beyond.
GoShip Blog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Managing your supply chain can be very complex and difficult for certain businesses. Managing your supply chain in the middle of a hurricane can be extremely difficult and is an added stress that no business wants to face. Hurricanes often come with catastrophic results, and many businesses suffer disruptions and issues in their supply chain when a hurricane moves into the area.
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Logistics Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
This has been the year that freight barged into the boardroom. It’s what happens when freight budgets are completely out of line with actual spending.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Earlier this week, Trimble announced a series of product advancements at its user conference.
Logistics Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The full, 40-page research report features all the data gleaned from this year’s survey plus a summary analysis from the editors of Logistics Management.
Transporeon
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
According to the National Hurricane Center, Hurricane Florence intensified to a Category 4 storm, which may affect millions this week in the Southeastern U.S., including North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. Hurricane Florence is aiming to take landfall late Thursday or early Friday somewhere between Charleston, South Carolina, and Norfolk, Virginia.
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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.
Blue Horseshoe Solutions
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Looking to network with like minded professionals? Want to increase efficiency in your Supply Chain? Whether you are a small or large company, here are some events of the season that you won’t want to miss! In just one week, Blue Horseshoe will be hosting their annual […]. The post Must Attend Supply Chain Events of 2018 appeared first on ERP Implementation & Supply Chain Consulting - Blue Horseshoe.
Logistics Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The retail industry encompasses a wide range of products, which adds complexity to logistics planning.
Airfreight Logistics
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Global logistics and supply chain company, CEVA Logistics has been appointed by Honeywell Aerospace Trading (HAT) to operate the first distribution center in the Asia Pacific region. The new distribution center will be based in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur and will offer supply chain solutions for HAT’s pre-owned certified parts to end users.
Automotive Logistics
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Thyssenkrupp Materials Services is building a €60m ($69.5m) logistics centre in the German town of Rotenburg, in Lower Saxony, for its subsidiary Thyssenkrupp Schulte, to store materials including aluminium and steel. The company makes steel tubes and pipes, non-ferrous metals and specialty materials, as well as providing materials and supply chain management for a range of industries, including automotive.
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
Jayem Logistics
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
[ See image gallery at www.jayemlogistics.in ]. The post Volvo Eicher Innovation Workshop appeared first on Jayem | Top logistics service provider in India.
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
In a bid to reduce CO2 emissions and encourage fleets to improve their efficiency, telematics solutions provider Masternaut has launched a new CO2 certification scheme. Verified by the Energy Saving Trust, the programme allows its fleet customers to understand and reduce their emissions. The certification scheme awards three levels – gold, silver and bronze.
247 Customs Broker
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
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