Sat.Jun 19, 2021 - Fri.Jun 25, 2021

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Debunking 7 Common Outsourcing and Fulfillment Myths

Ship Monk

It’s true: outsourcing and fulfillment can be pretty tough subjects to tackle. Misconceptions spread fast, and, before you know it, you’re left with an incomplete and sometimes confusing picture — and not in a Picasso sort of way. But, like the MythBusters that came before us, we’re here to put the rumor mill to rest. Whether you’re already partnered up with a third-party logistics company or still looking for the perfect match, separating fact from fiction is one of the hallmarks of any savvy b

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Shipment Tracking: Reasons Why Supply Chain Visibility Keeps Customer Experience on Track

Turvo

The world of shipping, transportation, and shipment tracking has changed a lot over the last five years, but nothing compares to the changes 2020 has seen. According to John Koetsier of Forbes , e-commerce advanced to the tune of six years within six months. With a renewed focus on customer service and the demand for reliable and affordable shipping exploding due to supply chain disruptions like lockdowns and the pandemic, the need for visibility , advanced customer service feedback systems, and

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What Level of Automated eCommerce Fulfillment Makes Sense?

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

An ongoing logistics labor shortage and a year of pandemic-related supply chain disruptions have left many retail and eCommerce businesses wishing for more automated eCommerce fulfillment. Extensive automation of fulfillment operations requires a significant upfront investment, making the concept intimidating for many growing online sellers. The truth is most fulfillment centers don’t need extensive automation to run a highly efficient operation.

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Why Route Optimization is Important During the Driver Shortage

Logistics Viewpoints

Pick your country, but you will find the same story: there are not enough drivers to meet transportation demand and the situation is not likely to change for years. Ecommerce experienced significant growth globally during the pandemic and is not slowing down as countries continue to open up. Other country-specific factors, such as Brexit which caused approximately 60,000* European drivers to leave the UK and an aging workforce and competition from other professions in the US, have put pressure o

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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 Energy Intensity Clouds Blockchain’s Future

Supply Chain Brain

If blockchain is ever to fulfill its potential as a reliable way of recording key business transactions, it’s going to have to burn a lot less energy that it does today.

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FedEx reports very strong FY 2022 and Q4 earnings

Logistics Management

FY 2022 full-year revenue—at $84 billion—rose 17.6% annually, and operating income—at $5.86 billion—climbed 46.8% annually.For the fiscal fourth quarter, revenue, at $22.6 billion, rose 23% annually, and operating income—at $1.80 billion—headed up 278%. Earnings per share—$6.88 (topping Wall Street expectations of $5.02 per share)—well outpaced the $1.28 per share recorded a year ago, as well as a $334 million loss.

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How to attract skilled millennials to manufacturing

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

Baby boomers are retiring en masse, and the manufacturing sector is hungry for new talent. Millennials may just be the answer. A Deloitte report showed that millennials, who are already emerging as leaders in technology and other industries, will comprise 75 percent of the global workforce by 2025. But while the industry brings in new talent, a […].

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Amazon Prime Day Deals Disappoint as Costs Surge

Supply Chain Brain

The deals during Amazon.com’s annual Prime Day sale are stingier this year, according to merchants, thanks to rising shipping costs, higher advertising rates and scarce inventory.

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States with the worst traffic and highways, ranked

Overdrive Online

A new report reveals which U.S. states have the worst traffic and road conditions as the debate over highway funding and infrastructure rages in Washington.

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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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Lift Truck Operator Training Goes Virtual

Food Logistics

As businesses face continued pressure to optimize their performance and preserve slim margins, virtual reality is positioned to offer value in a range of other applications.

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UPS rolls out Peak Season surcharges

Logistics Management

UPS said its goal goal is to ensure businesses and customers are able to meet their shipping needs while demand has increased for shipping services.

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How the Internet of Things Could Help Solve the Chip Shortage

Supply Chain Brain

The recent computer chip shortage has created problems across industries, leading companies to reassess how they mitigate supply chain risk.

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Trucker Talent winner will get Nashville recording session

Overdrive Online

A panel of judges has narrowed the 10 semi-finalists to three finalists in the Overdrive-Red Eye Radio Trucker Talent Search. The winner will receive a full day’s recording session in Nashville studio, with backing by studio musicians.

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What Your Order Management System Should Be Doing

To continue scaling your omnichannel business, you need to manage a lot of orders across a lot of different channels and marketplaces. Some brands do this by hand. Some try to force their ERP to manage it. Others rely on a complex system of cross-referencing the dashboards of their various channels. None of these is an effective or sustainable solution.

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How a 3PL Empowers Shippers With LTL Transportation Stability

GlobalTranz

Disruption has been the name of the game for more than a year as carriers continue to see overarching demands for their services increase. No carrier or mode has been excluded from the increased demand of e-commerce and a customer base that’s anxious for a return to normalcy, including the LTL transportation sector. For shippers, understanding what’s impacting the LTL market and how it affects traditional approaches to LTL transportation management is critical to maintaining supply chain efficie

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Clean Transportation Dealt a Legislative Blow in Louisiana

NGT News

Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards has signed SB 8 – a piece of legislation that accelerates the sunset date of the state’s alternative fuel vehicle (AFV) and electric vehicle (EV) tax credits to July 1. The bill, which passed the state senate in April and the house earlier this month, specifies that if a vehicle […]. The post Clean Transportation Dealt a Legislative Blow in Louisiana appeared first on NGT News.

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Watch: The Age of Industry 4.0: Trends in Manufacturing

Supply Chain Brain

Maurice Liddell, principal and senior client executive with BDO, examines the results of a survey of manufacturers and their efforts to adopt new technologies in keeping with the age of “Industry 4.0.

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You failed your DOT physical. Now what?

Overdrive Online

The medical review process isn’t always clear-cut, and some examiners don't stay current with official guidelines, so there can be cases where a failed driver should seek a second opinion.

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Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability

How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps. Discover how these strategies can boost your enterprise's financial health, helping not only to keep up but to excel in today's market.

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Freight Brokers: How to Map and Manage Your Digital Transformation Journey

Talking Logistics

The question “Why is digital transformation important?” was answered loud and clear in 2020: because you can’t grow your business profitably, and you can’t meet the changing needs and expectations of your customers, unless you do. But how do you get started on this journey? What is the destination? How do customers, carriers, and employees. Read more Freight Brokers: How to Map and Manage Your Digital Transformation Journey.

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Nel Hydrogen, Linesight Wrapping Up Hydrogen Refueling Station

NGT News

Nel Hydrogen and multinational consultancy firm Linesight have collaborated on the delivery of a new hydrogen fuel station for 20 hydrogen buses for Transport for London (TfL). Under the terms of this program, Nel was commissioned to provide TfL with an H2 station solution to provide fuel to 20 hydrogen buses operating in west London. […]. The post Nel Hydrogen, Linesight Wrapping Up Hydrogen Refueling Station appeared first on NGT News.

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Gas Is So Scarce in Europe That Coal Is Making a Comeback

Supply Chain Brain

Europe is so short of natural gas that the continent — usually seen as the poster child for the global fight against emissions — is turning to coal to meet electricity demand that is now back to pre-pandemic levels.

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Essential Features for Exporters to Look For in Freight Management Software

Magaya

While exports are expected to rebound in a post-COVID world, recent Deloitte research notes that the road to recovery isn't certain. From shifting supply chains to changes in export priorities — for example, Deloitte points to a significant uptick in recreational services and products — exporters must be prepared to navigate a very different world than the one they were familiar with just two years ago.

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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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Global Trade and Shipping Activity Bouncing Back, Creating New Challenges Post-COVID

MTS Logistics

The COVID-19 pandemic was a major disruptor for the global shipping industry. Demand for goods plummeted as nations locked down and individuals began to quarantine. Supply chains collapsed as factories shut down and ports closed due to health and safety concerns. Delays increased as manufacturers and logistics companies added new layers of safety protocols and new procedures to keep their employees and customers safe.

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Municipal Fleet Takes Delivery of First Peterbilt Medium-Duty Electric Truck

NGT News

Peterbilt Motors Co. has delivered its first production Model 220EV to the Municipality of Anchorage Department of Solid Waste Services (SWS) in Anchorage, Alaska. The order also included a Model 520EV, according to the company. “I’m proud that SWS will be putting the first production Peterbilt Model 220EV to work,” says Mark Spafford, general manager […].

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AstraZeneca Vaccine Faces More Supply Hurdles, Now From Thailand

Supply Chain Brain

AstraZeneca Plc’s COVID-19 vaccine manufacturing partner in Southeast Asia has missed a delivery target in Thailand and shipments to other countries in the region have been delayed, the latest setback for a shot that was meant to be the backbone of the global inoculation effort.

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Sustainable Strategy: Eco Friendly Packaging

GoShip Blog

They say that you should never judge a book by its cover. However, business owners are aware of how critical product packaging is to customer satisfaction. It is likely to be the first physical encounter your customers have with your brand and sets the tone for the customer’s perception of your brand. With the skyrocketing online shopping demands due to COVID-19, eye-catching plastic packaging waste has unfortunately become a serious environmental issue which has become a rising concern among co

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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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WorkWave Acquires Real Green Systems, Joining Together Two Leading Providers

WorkWave

Time To Read: 3 minutes. Acquisition brings together two of the most respected solutions in the field service industry and furthers WorkWave’s position as a premier provider of solutions that help service companies succeed. Holmdel, NJ – June 22, 2021 – WorkWave ® , a leading provider of industry-changing software solutions that enable field service companies to reach their full potential, today announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Real Green Systems , a prominent pro

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Hyzon Hydrogen Fuel Cell Coaches Pass Harsh Reliability Testing

NGT News

Hyzon Motors Inc. says its hydrogen fuel cell-powered coaches have completed a 15,000 km durability road test, in anticipation of Fortescue Metals Group using the vehicles in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia. Fortescue has contracted for up to 10 of Hyzon’s custom-built coaches in the Christmas Creek mining hub, where summer temperatures commonly […].

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Watch: The Long-Term Impact of the Colonial Pipeline Shutdown

Supply Chain Brain

Thomas Goldsby, professor and Haslam Chair in Logistics in the Supply Chain Management Department of the University of Tennessee, discusses the short- and long-term impacts of the ransomware attack that temporarily shut down a major East Coast gasoline pipeline.