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Hurricane Preparedness Tips for Fleet Operators

Penske Move Ahead

The next few weeks will mark the most dangerous and active period of the Atlantic Hurricane Season, making hurricane preparation even more vital for fleet managers and others. Hurricanes, which form over the water and move inland, can cause high winds, heavy windfall, storm surges, rip currents, tornadoes and flooding. Penske has assembled a series of tips and resources to help you prepare before a storm strikes and includes next steps to take after the storm.

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The Knichel Logistics Story with Kristy Knichel

The Logistics of Logistics

The Knichel Logistics Story with Kristy Knichel. Kristy Knichel and Joe Lynch discuss the Knichel Logistics story. Kristy is the CEO of Knichel Logistics that specializes in intermodal, less than truckload, cross-country, and cross-border services. About Kristy Knichel. Kristy Knichel , a lifelong Pittsburgh native, is a second-generation logistics executive.

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Five Benefits of Reverse Logistics Management to Your Business

Cyzerg

The benefits of reverse logistics management can significantly improve your warehouse's profitability, if the process is done correctly. Reverse logistics could help improve your company's image, increasing your customer base and ultimately boosting net income. Even though customers are returning purchased items to your facility, there is still an opportunity on your end to turn it around and make it beneficial for your business.

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Getting more than just fulfillment from your fulfillment house

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

If you’re looking for a fulfillment house to provide pick, pack and ship services for your eCommerce orders, there are plenty of 3PL companies to choose from. What you may not realize, however, is that some of these companies can provide several services that go above and beyond basic B2C fulfillment operations. In this article, we’ll look at 5 of these value-added services in greater detail – services that could be critical to your brand.

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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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Transportation Strategies for Continued Success

Logistics Viewpoints

When it comes to managing your freight spend, there are a few options to consider. The three traditional methods are the use of a transportation management system (TMS), transportation execution system (TES), and managed transportation services (MTS). Ultimately it comes down to whether shippers want to manage their freight spend in-house or outsource it.

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Truck tonnage sees July decreases, reports ATA

Logistics Management

The ATA’s advanced Seasonally Adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index for July—at 109.8 (2015=100)—was down 1.2%, following a 2% June decline (downwardly revised from an original reading of -1.5%), which came in at 111.1.

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Sales Literature Fulfillment Demands a Modern, Online Ordering System

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

To quote Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff, “speed is the new currency of business.” You can’t afford to miss a beat during any step in the buyer’s journey. That’s why you need to move your sales literature fulfillment into the cloud via an online ordering and inventory management system.

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This Week in Logistics News (August 21 – 27)

Logistics Viewpoints

On this date, August 27, in 1883, Krakatoa erupted. I learned in grade school that this was the most powerful volcanic eruption in recorded history. The explosions were so powerful they could be heard as far as 3,000 miles away. This is a statistic that I found almost unbelievable as a grade school student, and still today. The other effect that I found interesting is that the dust from the explosion acted as a solar radiation filter, lowering temperatures across the northern hemisphere that yea

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The World Economy’s Supply Chain Problem Keeps Getting Worse

Supply Chain Brain

A supply chain crunch that was meant to be temporary now looks like it will last well into next year as the surging delta variant upends factory production in Asia and disrupts shipping, posing more shocks to the world economy.

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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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Contactless delivery pilot during pandemic brings efficiencies to the CPG supply chain, notes report

Logistics Management

The Consumer Brands Association recently released an operational standard for contactless freight pickup and delivery designed to empower companies to shift from an archaic paper-based delivery process to a digitized supply chain.

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Drivers’ rights need protecting as fourth wave approaches

Truck News

Canada is in what appears to be the early stages of a fourth wave. The latest national seven-day average of 2,216 new cases reported daily (Aug. 13-19) is an increase of 38% over the previous week. The latest provincial and territorial data show that an average of 648 people with Covid-19 were being treated in Canadian hospitals each day during the most […].

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Supply Chain Secrets— Channel Tour

Logistics Bureau

There are hundreds of videos on all Supply Chain and Logistics topics! Here are the ways on how to find what you need on our YouTube channel. As always, if you have any questions, please ask in the comments. Like and Follow our other Social Media Accounts here: LinkedIn- Supply Chain & Logistics Consultants. Facebook- Logistics Bureau Supply Chain Consultants.

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China Eyes Afghanistan’s $1 Trillion of Minerals With Risky Bet on Taliban

Supply Chain Brain

Afghanistan is sitting on deposits estimated to be worth $1 trillion or more, including what may be the world’s largest lithium reserves — if anyone can get them out of the ground.

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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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TIA quarterly report shows strong shipment and revenue gains

Logistics Management

Total quarterly shipments increased 11.3%, from the first quarter to the second quarter, and were up 21.7% annually, and total revenue rose 21%, from the first quarter to the second quarter, and was up 59.1% annually. Gross margin percentage was off 110 basis points, from the first quarter to the second quarter, and was off 460 basis points on an annual basis.

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Transportation as a Service: The Value of Cloud-Based Transportation Management + 3PL Partnerships

GlobalTranz

Cloud-based transportation management offers a variety of benefits for businesses that operate in the global supply chain. But there are times when it becomes necessary to outsource the entire process thoroughly, which many refer to as transportation as a service. The industry continues to boom, and companies will continue to grow in response to consumer demand.

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5 things to know about improving your fleet’s data management

Truck News

Just this past week Donaldson came out with a line of ‘smart’ filters that will tell you exactly when they need to be replaced. It was only a matter of time before even the filters on your trucks became connected. Don’t get me wrong, filtration is one of the most practical applications for connectivity. Today, […].

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What Manufacturing Must Do to Solve the Talent Gap

Supply Chain Brain

People are shying away from factory work because they don’t realize what a great career opportunity it offers. So says Ethan Karp.

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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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Resilinc report highlights record-breaking supply chain disruptions and supply shortages

Logistics Management

According to data released by Resilinc, a global leader in the supply chain risk monitoring space, human-caused supply chain disruptions are rising overall, with the amount of factory fires up 150% (when comparing the first half of 2021 to the first half of 2020).

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3PLs Keep on Truckin’: Tackling Workforce Issue in Transportation

Food Logistics

Mark Murrell, president and co-founder of CarriersEdge, explains why with an aging workforce, students are the key to the future.

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Siemens Increases U.S-based Electric Vehicle Charging Manufacturing

NGT News

Siemens is expanding its U.S. manufacturing operations to support electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure in America. The company will bolster its existing manufacturing footprint of EV infrastructure with the VersiCharge Level 2 AC series product line of commercial and residential EV chargers. With this addition, Siemens is preparing to manufacture over 1 million electric vehicle chargers […].

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Worker Support Grows for Harsher Vaccine Stances From Employers

Supply Chain Brain

As U.S. regulatory approval of Pfizer Inc.’s COVID-19 shot paves the way for companies to get more aggressive with inoculations, American workers are increasingly supportive of punitive measures for unvaccinated colleagues.

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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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8 Ways to Save on Freight

Logistics Management

Register for this webinar to learn eight ways to save time and money on freight and how you can leverage Convoy’s digital freight network to gain efficiencies in your logistics operations.

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Supply Chain Needs to Be Secured to Address Chip Shortage

IoT World Today

At DesignCon 2021 , semiconductor vendors weighed in on the status of the semiconductor chip shortage. According to Richard Goldman of Ansys, while the chip shortage has created a supply concern for various consumer items such as cars, smartphones and PCS, it has shone a light on the importance of semiconductors to the economy. “It’s raising the visibility of how much semiconductors are core to the economy,” Goldman said.

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Supply Chain Talent: Why It’s More Important Than Ever

Talking Logistics

In the supply chain and logistics world, we often talk about the importance of people, process, and technology. The people side, however, often gets overshadowed by the other two, especially by technology. The reality is that developing and retaining supply chain talent is more important than ever. Why is that so? What are some of. Read more Supply Chain Talent: Why It’s More Important Than Ever.

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Watch: The Reality and Practicality of Reshoring Manufacturing to the U.S.

Supply Chain Brain

Omer Abdullah, founder and managing director of The Smart Cube, lays out the subtleties and complexities of making the decision on whether to bring manufacturing back from Asia to the U.S.

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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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FTR Trucking Conditions Index remains in solid shape

Logistics Management

The June TCI, which is the most recent month for which data is available, came in at 12.61, down from May’s 15.72. May followed April’s 16.82, the current all-time record reading, which topped March’s 16.17, the previous all-time high.

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Semiconductor Market Shows Diversity Amid Pandemic Shortages

IoT World Today

At DesignCon 2021, the chip shortage was on the minds of many. And while observers of the semiconductor market say that the chip shortage has created a challenge for industries like autos , PC and smartphone makers and even robotics, others say the picture isn’t uniform. But Paul Pickering of Omdia said that some companies have done a better job than others in safeguarding against crippling shortages.

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Liverpool Orders 20 Double Decker Hydrogen Buses from NFI

NGT News

NFI Group Inc.’s Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL) subsidiary has been selected by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority as the supplier for 20 zero-emission hydrogen double deck buses following a competitive tendering process in the UK. This is the first order for ADL’s H2.0 second-generation hydrogen double deck bus, or ADL Enviro400FCEV. The 20 ADL […].