December, 2022

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Warehouse Robots Address Labor Challenges in Order Fulfillment

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

The challenge of finding and keeping warehouse workers in today's labor market has brought the necessity of warehouse robots into sharp focus. Check out this short video on the shift from a manual to an automated pick and pack environment at Amware Fulfillment.

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Top 10 Trends in Cold Chain

Food Logistics

As 3PLs settle into their new normal post-pandemic, several trends stand out for the year ahead.

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A New Era in Transport Logistics with Big Data and Self-Driving Trucks

Logistics Viewpoints

Fuel prices and a shortage of drivers are putting transport logistics under immense pressure. The biggest challenge in the transport sector today: there just aren’t enough drivers. A recent survey conducted by the International Road Transport Union (IRU) industry association shows that this bottleneck has exacerbated worldwide over the past two years.

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3PL vs. 4PL: Which is the Right Fit for You?

Food Logistics

The main difference between the two scenarios is the degree of connection that the provider has to the client and their entire network.

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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.

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2022 Supply Chain Disruptions Study

Logistics Management

New survey reveals the top pain points that logistics and supply chain management professionals continue to manage through, including higher freight costs, capacity constraints, severe labor shortages, and port slowdowns—all disruptions that are still forcing shippers to re-engineer their supply chain operations.

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Amware’s most popular fulfillment blog posts of 2022

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

During 2022, the Amware Fulfillment & Logistics Blog kept readers informed of the challenges, trends and opportunities related to B2C order fulfillment. Here are the articles our readers connected with the most.

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How the IoT Can Drive Sustainable Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

More and more companies are adopting advanced technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and the internet of things (IoT) to transform their supply chains and keep pace with market requirements.

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Chicago Area Clean Cities Rebrands as Illinois Alliance for Clean Transportation

NGT News

The Chicago Area Clean Cities Coalition is now the Illinois Alliance for Clean Transportation (IACT). The name change and rebranding are part of the statewide designation process under the U.S. Department of Energy’s Clean Cities program. “We are very pleased to announce our new name and rebranding as part of our move to become a […]. The post Chicago Area Clean Cities Rebrands as Illinois Alliance for Clean Transportation appeared first on NGT News.

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The State of a “Normal” Supply Chain

Food Logistics

Industry experts offer hope to a return to normalcy in the supply chain space, but it will be a new normal of sorts and be quite the bumpy ride in getting there.

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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

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Intermodal expert Larry Gross offers up market update at RailTrends

Logistics Management

When looking at the current state of intermodal volumes, a few quick themes jump out, observed Larry Gross, president of Gross Transportation Consulting at the last month’s RailTrends conference in New York.

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Trip planning tips for professional truckers

Truck News

How many drivers who went through a driver education program are ready for the open road? It’s incredible to me that spending $10,000 for training doesn’t prepare you for your chosen career. There are a few who do a decent job, but they are far too rare. I cannot address all the shortcomings of our […].

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Video: How to make warehouse kitting more efficient

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Warehouse kitting is the process of taking multiple SKUs and combining them to create one new SKU. To keep labor costs in check, it's important to get the kitting process right. Are your – or your 3PL’s – kitting operations as efficient as they could be?

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Six Logistics Trends to Watch for in 2023

Supply Chain Brain

The transportation and logistics industry faces new challenges and an uncertain economy in the coming year. Following are six trends we can expect to see in 2023. .

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

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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Ronald Dixon to Lead Government Procurement Efforts for Mullen

NGT News

Mullen Automotive Inc. has brought in Ronald Dixon as general manager of government sales, with a focus on U.S. government vehicle procurement programs. He has 42 years of automotive experience, including over 20 years leading General Motors’ federal government fleet sales team. Leading all aspects of bidding, contract approvals and price negotiations, Dixon was responsible […].

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Top 5 Articles of the Year: 2022

Food Logistics

Food Logistics' thanks you for your dedicated readership in 2022. Here are the top 5 most viewed articles from the year.

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Why location infrastructure is the future of logistics

Logistics Management

In this webinar, Nick Patrick, Radar CEO and Co-founder, will explain how modern and logistics innovators are using location infrastructure to drive operational efficiency and deliver amazing customer experiences.

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How to Get the Job You Want Post-Grad

Trinity Logistics

Learn how to get the job you want post-graduating by elevating yourself as a candidate and effectively selecting the right opportunity. Today’s market is complex, both for the employer and the employee. The average skilled candidate has a plethora of options to choose from when it comes to finding a new career. In the face of heightened competition for top talent, many employers have placed a greater focus on partnering with colleges and setting their sights on the recent college graduate.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

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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How eCommerce Shipping Boxes Can Drive Up Supply Chain Costs: An Interview with Jack Ampuja

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Jack Ampuja is president of Supply Chain Optimizers. Jack’s firm has completed more than 500 packaging optimization projects for manufacturers, retailers, and ecommerce companies, saving an average 10% in supply chain costs on each project. Jack was a recent guest on the Unboxing Fulfillment Podcast with host Harry Drajpuch discussing, among other things, how eCommerce shipping boxes can increase costs and erode profit.

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Report Links Car Supply Chain to Forced Labor in China

Supply Chain Brain

The authors claim China's systematic repression of the Uyghurs and opaque supply chains has allowed the automotive industry to become reliant on abusive suppliers.

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Greenpower, Gemilang Develop Electric Right-Hand Drive Trucks, Vans

NGT News

GreenPower Motor Co. Inc. has increased its partnership with Gemilang International Ltd. (GML) to collaborate, develop and market right-hand drive heavy-duty class 4 trucks and vans using GreenPower’s EV Star Cargo and EV Star Cab and Chassis to meet the demand of fleet customers across Asia, the Middle East and Europe. “We have already delivered […].

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What Wreaths Across America means to trucking, and all of us

Overdrive Online

From a Wreaths Across America convoy stop in Connecticut as it makes its way to honor the fallen heroes at Arlington National Cemetery, an impatient reporter learns to be a little less impatient in conversation with owner-operator Steven Meyer.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

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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Truckload: Easing back to normal?

Logistics Management

Carrier executives continue to yearn for supply/demand equation to even out as inventory slowly rebuilds. In the meantime, capacity for fleet growth remains limited due to constraints on equipment and qualified drivers. Does this recurring news actually signal a return to normal?

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How can your organization get started with Digital Supply Chain Twin? Unlock the potential with these practical steps

AIMMS

The post How can your organization get started with Digital Supply Chain Twin? Unlock the potential with these practical steps appeared first on AIMMS.

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Amware CEO appears on eCommerce Odyssey Podcast

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Amware CEO Harry Drajpuch recently appeared on the eCommerce Odyssey Podcast to discuss all things order fulfillment.

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Freight Brokers Must Prioritize Cybersecurity

Supply Chain Brain

Without the right cybersecurity practices, freight factoring companies could introduce security vulnerabilities for freight brokers, shippers and carriers. .

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How Intent Data Helps Marketers Convert A-List Accounts

One of the biggest challenges for any B2B marketer is understanding your prospects’ next move — who is most likely to buy and when. Without these insights, marketing campaigns can feel more like guesswork, with high investment and little return. We’re here to tell you there’s a better way. By tracking buyers’ digital footprints and online activity, such as website visits, product reviews, and spikes in content consumption, you can engage prospects with a message that really resonates.

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Getting value from the general ledger within your ERP system

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

The general ledger has been around since the days when the abacus was a trailblazer. But while computers have mostly phased out beads, the general ledger still spearheads modern-day accounting. The general ledger (GL) is the recordkeeping system used to sort, store, and summarize a company’s financial transactions over time. It forms the backbone of any accounting system.

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Ryder's COOP program puts idle trucks to work

Commercial Carrier Journal

Both Ryder and fleets around the country are putting idle trucks to work thanks to Ryder's vehicle sharing program COOP, which analyzes the market to help bring equipment and renters together.

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National diesel average is down for fourth straight week, reports EIA

Logistics Management

For the week of December 5, the average price per gallon of diesel—at $4.967—dropped 17.4 cents, following an 8-cent decline, to $5.233, for the week of November 21, which was preceded by a 2-cent decline, to $5.313, for the week of November 14.

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