DC Velocity

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Sales surpassed 250,000 in a year for first time in history, group says.

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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Let’s stop buying products where labor abuse exists in the supply chain. How many years has it been since we first heard about those tragic Foxconn workers who preferred to jump to their deaths from the factory dorms where they lived, rather than continue to work in hazardous conditions? The answer is eight. In 2010, 18 workers threw themselves from the top of the Chinese company’s building, resulting in 14 deaths.

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Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Factories Workshop 106

DC Velocity

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Industry collaboration to streamline the buying and selling of recovered paper has timely impact as China's ban on scrap imports forces sellers to find new outlets.

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Collaboration Industry Strategy 111

Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Material handling and logistics professionals love their jobs, but worry that they might be an endangered species.

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Materials Handling Industry Handling Logistics 118

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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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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

ELDs, it goes without saying, are at the top of the list, but e-commerce and Big Data are disrupting the freight markets, too.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Ritchie Bros. fills 235 acres with 13,000 pieces of equipment that are all sold in six hectic days in Orlando. It might be the biggest auction in the world.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

If there was a subject that I should not be writing about now, it’s this one. Mobile applications and technology have advanced considerably. However, too many implementations struggle to rollout successfully because they underestimate the challenges that exist in getting drivers to use it correctly and consistently. This is becoming a critical issue, as Customer Facing Supply Chains rely on accurate and timely data from the mobile devices in the field to enhance the customer […].

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

The chemical industry is facing some powerful changes that are directly impacting revenues and margins. It’s also highly competitive. Everyone is trying to dominate their niche. This means chemical companies need to be adept at managing costs and profitability. But doing this ad hoc is too difficult. Having the right technology is key. Spreadsheets and legacy tools are no longer enough.

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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

The near-sonic speeds of the hyperloop can totally disrupt the supply chain, and two separate routes through Ohio are racing to beat the other. But which one is better for America?

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Supply Chains 68

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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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

New survey highlights yet again that despite growing demand for connected technologies, motorists still want to retain control of their vehicles.

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Survey 78

Morai Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

With the retail e-commerce market projected to reach CAD$29 Billion by 2021, businesses are urged to partner with third party logistics (3PL) providers to satisfy end-to-end customer experiences. Supply chain and logistics companies recognize the increasing demands of customers across a variety of industries. From retail to pharmaceutical markets, to in-store and online ecosystems, the need for optimized solutions is key to driving revenue and customer loyalty.

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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Creform Corp. has developed a simple material handling cart that allows a manufacturer to move products from one work cell to another work cell for continued machining.

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Materials Handling Handling Production 68

Bringg

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

The concept of crowdsourcing isn’t really new. It makes the most of an open and interconnected network of people ready for business. From Fiverr to Uber and anywhere in between, the trend towards a freelance workforce is becoming more and more prominent – and whether people join the ‘gig economy’ full-time or as a part-time activity to make some extra cash, the concept is here to stay.

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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.

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Kane is Able

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

In light of the current freight capacity crunch, the freight management logistics operations of many companies have devolved into scrambling to find trucks for pending loads. While that may be a very real and necessary approach at the moment, “scrambling” is not a great long-term strategy. Shippers need to change the way they work with carriers in this seller’s market.

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Capacity Freight Logistics Strategy 69

AIMMS

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

The chemical industry is facing some powerful changes that are directly impacting revenues and margins. It’s also highly competitive. Everyone is trying to dominate their niche. This means chemical companies need to be adept at managing costs and profitability. But doing this ad hoc is too difficult. Having the right technology is key. Spreadsheets and legacy tools are no longer enough for chemical companies.

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Procurement Analytics Optimization Software Procurement Solutions Price Reduction 62

Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Autocar Trucks announced California is now assisting its customers to obtain incentives of over $40,000 per truck when they buy the latest generation of clean Autocar CNG trucks.

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Trucking 61

Logistics in War

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

By David Beaumont. For commanders, the objective and purpose of logistics is to establish and subsequently sustain the combat effectiveness of forces. Logistics shapes strategic and tactical decision making, and is an influence on the conduct of the operational art. However, commanders, and the ‘command climate’ they generate, can also have a profound influence of the efficiency of logistics.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

National average spot van and refrigerated truckload rates fell during the week ending Feb. 17 but remain well ahead of last year’s levels, said DAT Solutions, which operates the DAT network of load boards. The van rate fell 2 cents to $2.

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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Traditional Data Loss Protection (DLP) solutions present a number of serious shortcomings and challenges for companies deploying them, creating a clear gap in the market.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Continental has added a Pre-Cured Tread (PCT) manufacturing facility to its existing campus in Mount Vernon, IL, which will produce made-in-the-USA tread rubber for the ContiTread retread line.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “The Freight & Transportation Management Trends to Know in 2018” white paper! This is a must read for those in the transportation & freight industries to stay on top of their games! Get a free copy of the white paper by filling out the form to the right.

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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.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

All too often employees have little to no understanding of the procurement process in place within their organization. And a surprising number of times, that is because there is no clearly written policy that employees can use to guide them.

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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

A.P. Moller-Maersk, the company intends to “transform” its logistics and supply chain model to compete with package delivery behemoths like UPS and Fedex.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

New study also finds pay remains low for “hazardous” jobs.

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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Recent actions by the federal government open the way for this alternative approach to health insurance.

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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

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Cloud-based IoT platform to transform the delivery of solutions through partnerships between industry stakeholders.

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Airfreight Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

The Airforwarders Association (AfA) have named American Airlines Cargo the International Carrier of the Year. The AfA is a trade group representing the U.S. headquartered Air Freight Companies, the award was announced recently during the Air Cargo Conference in Austin, Texas. The Airline was awarded for their customer service par-excellence for security, reliability, on-time performance and customer service.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Nair, president of the OEM’s North American operations, let go over "inappropriate behavior.

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Operations 61