March, 2021

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Wireless Temperature Tracking Helps Dot Foods Improve Productivity

Food Logistics

Dot Foods implemented a GPS refrigerated trailer monitoring system that integrates with broader fleet management, regulating and maintaining ideal temperatures in refrigerated trailers via a wireless monitoring system.

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Freight Cost & Transportation Capacity Outlook for 2021

Now, That's Logistics

With a worldwide vaccine distribution effort underway, the global pandemic still impacting most regions of the world, and supply chain disruptions persisting, the transportation environment remained unpredictable as we moved into 2021. These uncertainties may continue at least through the first half of the year, with shippers feeling the impacts across most modes.

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What is a freight calculator and how do carriers, brokers and shippers use calculators

FreightWaves SONAR

As part of the shipping process , load and delivery management metrics must be developed for each company and at times each load or shipment. Managers can calculate freight rate charge estimates to see what needs to be passed on to customers and what needs to be made up for elsewhere in the supply chain. Freight calculators can also help with budgeting to ensure suppliers, drivers, employees, and third-party members are all covered.

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The Psychology of Solving Big Problems with Ann Holm

The Logistics of Logistics

The Psychology of Solving Big Problems with Ann Holm. Joe Lynch and Ann Holm discuss the psychology of solving big problems. Ann provides a step-by-step process for solving big problems based on the teachings of Shirzad Chamine , who is the best-selling author of the book, Positive Intelligence. About Ann Holm. Ann C. Holm, MS, PCC , is a Professional Certified Coach specializing in executive, career, and sales coaching.

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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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How Outsourced IT Support Companies Can Help Capture & Retain Clients

Cyzerg

Outsourced IT support companies are one of the ways that businesses can use to capture and retain clients. This is because outsourced IT support companies will position the business to be technology-forward while enabling it to reduce technology operating costs, making it more competitive in the marketplace.

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What is Supply Chain Resiliency?

Logistics Viewpoints

If your company’s supply chain survived 2020 and the disruptions of early 2021, it’s safe to say it has passed the supply chain resiliency test. Supply chain disruption has many sources: tariffs and trade disputes, natural disasters, pandemics, economic uncertainty and cybersecurity attacks. Each disruption has its own nuances, so it’s challenging to plan a precise response to each one.

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Owner-operator business model under assault in California, Congress

Logistics Management

The owner-operator business model in trucking, an essential part of the industry that uses upwards of 1 million independent contractors at any given time, is under attack in California and the U.S. Congress in Washington.

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How Plant-Based Protein is Shaking Up the Food Industry

Kuebix

When most people think of plant-based proteins they picture products like tofu and veggie burgers. However, the plant-based foods industry has started to move towards products that look and taste like meat without any animals involved. These new options are being advertised as a healthy and sustainable alternative for those who choose not to consume […].

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5 Ocean Shipping Trends to Watch in 2021

Now, That's Logistics

Container shortages, capacity constraints, higher shipping costs, and ongoing impacts of the global pandemic all placed new challenges in front of ocean shippers last year. Those roadblocks have yet to be removed in 2021, although some early signs of relief are beginning to surface. The problem is that the shortage—among other forces—is driving shipping rates up across many routes at a time when global organizations are trying to realign their supply chains after a rough year in 2020.

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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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Best Practices for Improving Driver Retention for the Long Haul

Food Logistics

When drivers feel confident that they can expect to be paid on time, with easy, consistent access to loads and a community of other drivers to connect with, retention can improve exponentially.

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Vitamin Fulfillment Requires Specialized 3PL Capabilities

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Online vitamin purchases are increasing 12% faster than the average of all eCommerce categories combined, and sales are expected to reach $56.7 billion by 2024. Adding supplements to your online product offerings could be a great way to enhance your revenue stream – if you have the right vitamin fulfillment partner.

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A True Supply Chain Transformation Requires the Proper Talent

Logistics Viewpoints

Belcorp’s Maturity in Supply Chain Design. When companies implement enterprise software solutions, they often label that implementation as being part of their company’s digital transformation. But implementing new software does not digitally transform anything if the people that are supposed to use that software cannot do so effectively. Belcorp Corporation has actively worked to be a leader in ensuring that their people can effectively use a complex type of software known as supply chain

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E-commerce Boom: Welcome to the new reality

Logistics Management

The increased e-commerce volume generated by the pandemic has no end in sight—and signals a permanent behavioral shift of an indeterminate magnitude. In fact, it has provided an opportunity for carriers, vehicle manufacturers and tech companies to research, test and invest in alternative ways to provide pick up, transport, sortation and delivery.

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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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Dan Clark Recognized as 2021 Supply Chain Pro to Know

Kuebix

Dan Clark, Kuebix Founder and VP of Product Innovation and Strategy, Trimble, has been selected as a 2021 Supply Chain Executive Pro to Know by Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine. Dan was chosen for his extensive knowledge of the logistics industry developed from over 20 years of hands-on experience, combined with his remarkable expertise […].

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DFB Tech Stack: Invoice Reconciliation

Parade

Digitize Invoicing to Eliminate Errors and Guard Cash Flow. In this article, we explore Invoice Reconciliation tools as a core piece of every digital 3PL/freight brokerage’s operations. This post is part of a , series of posts that aims to shed light on the many new and innovative freight tech solutions that empower freight brokers to transform digitally.

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The Way Forward in Transportation Management

Talking Logistics

In case you were in any doubt, this past year taught us that the rules for success moving forward won’t be the same as those from the past. This is particularly true in transportation management. In research we recently conducted in partnership with Transporeon, we asked over 300 shippers, carriers, and other transportation stakeholders from. Read more The Way Forward in Transportation Management.

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Overcoming Barriers to Urban Fulfillment for eCommerce Businesses

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

If you’ve been running an eCommerce business over the last few years, you know that urban fulfillment is one of the top challenges for online sellers. Operating a distribution center (DC) in a major market can reduce shipping costs to millions of potential online shoppers, which may have a significant positive impact on your bottom line. On the other hand, real estate and operational costs run high in urban areas, offsetting the money saved on shipping for many businesses.

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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Achieving Overall Logistics Effectiveness in Warehouse Operations

Logistics Viewpoints

I recently had the opportunity to speak with Mike Khodl, VP of Differentiated Technologies at Dematic. We spoke mostly about achieving optimal warehouse performance. However, we discussed a number of key subtopics, beginning with the role of software intelligence in automated warehouses as a strategic value driver, and the critical role it plays in in managing the automation, manual activities, material flows, and order fulfillment within a facility.

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Game-Changer: Warehouse management goes Cloud-first

Logistics Management

An overall push into the Cloud—along with the development of more flexible, scalable software—is making more logistics operations rethink their warehouse management software delivery options.

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Watch: Using Quantum Computing to Optimize Shipping Routes

Supply Chain Brain

A look at the innovative application of quantum computing to the problem of optimizing ship and vehicle routes, with Amy Herhold, Director of Physics and Mathematical Sciences, Corporate Strategic Research with ExxonMobil Research and Engineering, and Jamie Thomas, General Manager of IBM Systems Strategy & Development.

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The Difference in Transporting Fresh vs. Frozen Foods

Food Logistics

Timing is everything in fresh and frozen food transportation, and technology helps, but what happens when a global pandemic enters the picture?

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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.

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[Editor’s Pick] Class 8 Truck Orders in 2021: Past Trends and Future Capacity Outlook

Talking Logistics

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This post by Matt Snider from Breakthrough’s blog discusses trends in Class 8 truck orders and their significance for shippers moving.

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Murray Introduces Bill to Electrify Nation’s School Bus Fleet

NGT News

Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., the chair of the Senate Education and Health Committee, has joined Sen. Catherine Cortez-Masto, D-Nev., and Reps. Jahana Hayes, D-Conn., and Tony Cárdenas, D-Calif., to introduce the Clean School Bus Act. The legislation would provide $1 billion for grants to help school districts across the country replace traditional school buses with […].

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GlobalTranz And Echo Global Logistics Both Report 40% Fourth Quarter Revenue Growth

Logistics Viewpoints

Bob Farrell, Chairman and CEO of GlobalTranz. GlobalTranz, a logistics service provider, put out a press release on February 23rd where they mentioned that they had achieved 40% growth in revenue, fourth quarter of 2020 compared to the fourth quarter of 2019. GlobalTranz’s main service lines are freight brokerage – less-than-truckload and truckload – and managed transportation services.

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CBRE report examines impact of the pandemic on big box industrial real estate market

Logistics Management

For 2020, CBRE’s data indicated that industrial real estate transactions saw annual across the board gains, for all big box segments it tracks, including: 200,000-to-499,000 SF, from 150.6 to 158.8; 500,000 SF-to-749,999 SF, from 50.5 to 90.0; 750,000+SF, from 78.9 to 100.8, with the total number of transactions rising from 280.0 in 2019 to 349.3 in 2020.

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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 to Approach Cybersecurity Through Tech, People and Processes

Supply Chain Brain

While businesses build cybersecurity fortresses for themselves, there are several vulnerabilities at touchpoints with manufacturers, suppliers, global partners and other service providers to consider.

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Legislation looks to ease HOS regs for livestock, ag haulers

Overdrive Online

A bill reintroduced in the Senate would relax HOS regs for livestock and ag haulers. Also, the owner of a Rhode Island-based trucking company was sentenced for falsifying FMCSA documents; and TA donates to St. Christopher Fund.

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Frozen Food Shipping: What Can Go Wrong?

Trinity Logistics

Frozen food is considered one of the safest forms of food preservation because the freezing temperatures prevent harmful bacteria. This doesn’t necessarily mean that frozen food is foolproof. Several situations that could cause your frozen food to go bad and ways to prevent them from happening. If you’re new to shipping frozen food, or you’re a seasoned veteran staying up to date with the ever-changing world of shipping logistics, here are a few things to keep in mind that can impact your compan