Bulk Connection
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
Right now, you’re probably surrounded by items made of plastic—phones, pens, eyeglasses, yogurt cups, you name it. Practically every ounce of that plastic started as a load of resin pellets or powder transported on a bulk trailer. Many other dry bulk commodities—sand, clay, limestone, starches, fertilizers, to name just a few—play a crucial role in industry and agriculture.
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
After decades of steady progress, the industry prepares for a flood of technology to capture and act upon real-time location of assets, people and goods.
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GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 4, 2020
The state of warehouse management continues to evolve. According to Roberto Michel of Logistics Management, warehouse management trends of 2020 will reflect an increasing focus on more profitability, efficiency, business scalability, and continuous improvement. Consider these additional data points from the “Warehouse and Distribution Center Operations Survey” “Capital expenditure (capex) plans remained healthy.
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 5, 2020
On Talking Logistics, we’ve talked about how the construction industry has historically been a laggard when it comes to digital transformation. But the tide is starting to turn as e-Construction initiatives gain traction in the industry. What exactly is e-Construction? What factors are driving it? Which technologies are playing an important role? Those are some.
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The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?
Quality Scales Unlimited
FEBRUARY 7, 2020
What is a forklift scale? A forklift scale is a weighing scale that is built into the forklift. The scale uses the hydraulic sensor system of the forklift to measure the resistance to whatever the forklift is lifting, thus weighing the object in the process. The scale is typically used for checking the weight of the product when it is loaded into the cargo/transport vehicles.
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GoShip Blog
FEBRUARY 4, 2020
Textile and clothing industries are two big branches of the economy, which fuel a significant number of retail businesses. From zippers and sewing materials to high-end fashion products, the textile and fashion industry is crucial for today’s society. Apparel supply chains are complex and usually time-sensitive. Because of the high customer expectations in this field of retail, shipping and textile logistics play critical roles in customer experience, and, consequently, greatly affect the compan
Cyzerg
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
In the first part of our guide to all types of warehouses, we highlighted the reasons behind the need for various types of warehouses, their purposes, and their benefits. In this second part, we will explore more types of warehouses, particularly the ones that have emerged from the recent demand for more complex warehousing services.
West Coast and California Logistics
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
Candy companies and other food and beverage companies need to move products to retailers ever faster, while remaining compliant with stringent food industry regulations. You can keep pace with these demands by installing effective logistics providers throughout your supply chain. In this article, we’ll examine one set of those providers – refrigerated truck carriers – and help you identify the right one for your business.
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 3, 2020
The coronavirus, which the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a global health emergency last week, is starting to have an impact on supply chains. Starbucks, Google, and Apple are among the many companies that have scaled back operations in China in response to the outbreak. “As the spread of the new coronavirus in China causes. Read more Coronavirus: Supply Chain Risk Management Back in Spotlight.
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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.
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 3, 2020
Artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things are making their initial forays into warehouse operations. The expected outcome: DCs able to respond dynamically to current supply chain conditions instead of pre-set rules. Look for newfound flexibility and an ability to respond to specific customer demands.
Morai Logistics
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
Supply chains are largely defined by the technology that facilitate them, as such it’s crucial to know the technology trends that are shaping the year. The demands placed upon companies’ supply chains are greater than ever and they’re only growing. Supply chains are to be faster, cheaper, more flexible, more transparent, more green, and a whole lot more.
IoT World Today
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
The Netherlands is a small, but bustling, country — humming with activity. It’s home to more than 17 million residents—as well as employees of corporate giants, including ING, Unilever and Royal Dutch Shell. Public transportation is thus integral to urban life in the region of Randstad — which includes Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam and Utrecht — and is one of the most densely populated in Europe.
Truck News
FEBRUARY 5, 2020
Canada has legalized recreational cannabis, but there are still plenty of questions surrounding the drug’s use within the context of trucking. Here are 14 key takeaways you should know.
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
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
Real-time supply chain data is the foundation for trust between supply chain partners. And so it follows that the data – and the data supplier – that underpins any network should be agnostic. From a technology perspective, the typical enterprise in the supply chain is a collection of silos. With a solid foundation of common data across these silos, trust can blossom between supply chain partners.
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
Top trucking executives are breathing a sigh of relief after a California judge recently issued an injunction against Assembly Bill 5 (AB5), a law governing owner-operators that potentially could be very disruptive to trucking operations in the nation’s most populous state. Truck drivers are divided on AB5, a California law that limits when workers can be contractors instead of employees.
Overdrive Online
FEBRUARY 5, 2020
With the Oregon State Legislature back in a short session this week and reintroducing cap-and-trade legislation, the #TimberUnity group of most log-truck owner-operators is planning a return to Salem for tomorrow, Feb. 6, to protest the bill while the legislature is in session.
NGT News
FEBRUARY 5, 2020
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the U.S. Army have issued a solicitation to develop the H2Rescue, a fuel cell/battery hybrid disaster mitigation truck. An interagency collaboration between the (DOE) and the Department of Defense (DoD) will support an opportunity to address disaster mitigation through the use of an advanced fuel truck technology concept […].
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,
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 3, 2020
The key to fighting the coronavirus outbreak lies in the application of supply-chain management principles, and the creation of a global, end-to-end network for partner collaboration in the healthcare industry.
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 4, 2020
Greenwich, Conn.-based global freight transportation and logistics services provider XPO Logistics said today that its North American Drive XPO mobile app, for carrier, reached approximately 100,000 downloads in 2019, which it called a “digital milestone.
AIMMS
FEBRUARY 3, 2020
2020 seemed a world away just a few years ago and yet, here we are. This promises to be a very eventful year. What’s on the horizon for supply chain professionals? Here are three trends to consider. . Sustainability on the agenda. Compani es are increasingly under pressure to become more green. Moving past waste, water, and C02 reduction, they have begun searching for renewable energy sources, different forms of packaging, and increased efficiency overall.
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 2, 2020
Mike Riccio, Chief Marketing Officer at Leonard’s Express, and Prasad Gollapalli, Founder and CEO of Trucker Tools, discuss how digital platforms are driving a new era in transportation. Podcast version (click to play): The post [Video] How Digital Platforms Are Driving A New Era In Transportation appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
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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.
Overdrive Online
FEBRUARY 7, 2020
Owner-operator Rob Goodwin lauds growth in freight volumes and consistency in the shipper-carrier connection platform Riteload, who's invested in a 33,000-square-foot office facility near Philadelphia as business grows for the company.
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 4, 2020
Our European correspondent explores seven key areas that U.S.-based global shippers will need to keep a keen eye on as they roll into another year of forecast uncertainty.
NGT News
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
ChargePoint, the world’s largest electric vehicle (EV) charging network, and NATSO, which represents America’s travel plazas and truckstops, say they have partnered to create a National Highway Charging Collaborative to extend EV charging across the country. Over the next decade, the Collaborative will leverage $1 billion in capital to deploy charging at more than 4,000 […].
Freightos
FEBRUARY 4, 2020
In the digital age, visibility is key. In our digital age, we want to know everything, in seconds. . We want to be able to see real-time status for flights, take-out delivery and how long we’ll have to wait for our Uber to arrive. . This desire and the importance of visibility is even more pronounced where finances are concerned: businesses need the right information – in near-real-time – in order to make intelligent financial decisions. .
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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.
Shipping and Freight Resource
FEBRUARY 4, 2020
Digitisation, Digitalisation, Digital Transformation are some buzz words that have recently taken the shipping and freight industry by storm. Let’s take a quick look at what these terms mean and what it is all about. Digitization may be defined as the transition from an analog format to a digital format. Digitalisation is the use of digitization and digital technologies like Blockchain, AI, Machine Learning and Automation to convert your business to a digital business.
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 3, 2020
By handling complex laws and other requirements, today’s global trade management solutions are helping shippers navigate the increasingly complicated global business environment.
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 3, 2020
There is a revolution in retail supply chains. The rapid growth in ecommerce is driving technological innovation and experimentation at an uprecedented rate. The post The Retail Supply Chain Revolution appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
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