Advantages of Chicago Fulfillment Companies
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
APRIL 21, 2022
It’s often referred to as Second City. But when it comes to transportation and fulfillment, there are many reasons why Chicago is second-to-none.
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The State of Home Delivery: Plenty of Room for Improvement
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 21, 2022
Ecommerce has been on a roll for the last two years. This level of consumer activity has translated into record volumes of home deliveries. But, let’s face it: since the pandemic started, home delivery performance has not been great.
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Transportation Management Platforms: A Foundation for Data-Driven Decision Making
Talking Logistics
APRIL 20, 2022
Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published this week, “From Gut Feelings to Data-Driven Decision Making: How to Unlock New Value in Transportation Management.”
The Warp Story with Daniel Sokolovsky
The Logistics of Logistics
APRIL 18, 2022
The Warp Story with Daniel Sokolovsky. Daniel Sokolovsky and Joe Lynch discuss the Warp story. Daniel is the Founder and CEO of Warp , a company that connects shippers, carriers, and facilities to find the most efficient route for middle-mile freight. About Daniel Sokolovsky.
How to Optimize Your Supply Chain in Times of Disruption
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A Case for Mitigating Market Volatility: Moving Your Supply Chain Closer to Your Customers
Logistics Matter
APRIL 22, 2022
Ìncreased flexibility, access to larger workforces & reduced operational expenses.
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Why Are You Asking Questions?
The Lean Thinker
APRIL 18, 2022
When someone brings a problem to a leader, it is typical for the leader to begin asking questions. The intent of those questions can make a world of difference. Diagnostic Questions. In what I would contend is the more typical case, the questions are diagnostic.
The Looming Supply Chain Threat with Felix Asare
The Logistics of Logistics
APRIL 22, 2022
The Looming Supply Chain Threat with Felix Asare. Felix Asare and Joe Lynch discuss the looming supply chain threat. Felix is a cyber-security consultant and Founder of Premier Choice Consulting. Key Takeaways. Felix Asare is a cyber-security consultant and Founder of Premier Choice Consulting.
Innovations and Start-Ups: Picking Robots, Autonomous Trucking, and Drones
Logistics Matter
APRIL 19, 2022
Trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics: that is what this blog is all bout. Therefore I bring you an overview of the news this week on logistics start-ups and innovations below. Follow @LogisticsMatter on Twitter to stay up to date with the latest news and the best background stories.
This Week in Logistics News (April 16 – 22)
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 22, 2022
This past Monday marked the first normal Boston Marathon since 2019, as the 2020 marathon was canceled due to the Covid pandemic, and the 2021 marathon was shifted to October with a smaller field. And what a race it was.
The Easiest Platform to Manage Shipments
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Used truck sales still surging, ACT says
Fleet Owner
APRIL 20, 2022
Class 8 same dealer sales grew 23% in March compared to February, as the average retail price of a pre-owned heavy-duty commercial vehicle rose 11%. Equipment
Urgent – The Ukraine Logistics Coalition with Ben Gordon
The Logistics of Logistics
APRIL 20, 2022
Urgent – The Ukraine Logistics Coalition with Ben Gordon. The situation in the Ukraine grows more desperate every minute and the need for humanitarian aid is enormous and growing. People who work in logistics and supply chain are in a unique position to help the people of the Ukraine.
Truck driver pay hurt by 84-year-old law
Supply Chain and Logistics
APRIL 22, 2022
Truck drivers can’t get overtime pay, according to a US law. The law is old, and was passed to meet a need when trucking was regulated. with the shortage of drivers today, shouldn’t we look at allowing overtime pay? Doing … Continue reading → Labor Economics Logistics Trucking driver pay labor relations trucking issues
Home Delivery Robots: Last Mile Gamechangers
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 20, 2022
Robots continue to be a larger part of global supply chains. When it comes to deploying robots, warehouse technology is more established, as the use of robots within warehouses is set to grow significantly.
Top 5 Supply Chain Processes That Need Better Collaboration Right Now
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Penske Truck Leasing grows in California
Fleet Owner
APRIL 19, 2022
Penske's second Fontana-area location covers 34,031 square feet, includes six truck bays, an automated wash bay, and full-service fuel island. Equipment / Trucks & Trailers
Trinity Logistics Named Top Freight Brokerage by Transport Topics
Trinity Logistics
APRIL 18, 2022
Trinity Logistics is proud to announce its earned spot on Transport Topics’ 2022 Top Freight Brokerage Firms List for a 20 th consecutive year. Trinity earned spot 22 on this list of 100 top freight brokerages.
Upcoming European tsunami
Supply Chain and Logistics
APRIL 21, 2022
I never heard of the European Union’s taxonomy regulation before. It’s designed to increase investment in green economic activities, and discourage investment in environmentally sensitive ones. Essentially it codifies the Poseidon Principles into an EU policy. The term ‘taxonomy’ comes … Continue reading → Logistics Shipping Sustainability green shipping ocean shipping sustainability
Editor’s Choice: What Does the SEC’s Climate Disclosure Proposal Mean for Supply Chains?
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 19, 2022
Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article is from GEP and look at the impact of the SEC’s climate disclosure proposal.
Market Insights Report: Top Trends for 2022 Planning and Beyond
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Ford CFO: Commercial fleets will be model for higher life cycle revenues
Fleet Owner
APRIL 18, 2022
Retaining post-warranty work from more connected vehicles is among the big opportunities for auto makers, John Lawler told a BofA conference. Equipment / Pickups & Vans
Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 22, 2022)
Talking Logistics
APRIL 22, 2022
What happens when engineers and Oreo cookies meet? You get the Oreometer — “a simple device that firmly grasps an Oreo cookie and uses pennies and rubber bands to control the twisting force that progressively twists the cookie open.”
California inland port project a blueprint for a re-engineered US supply chain
Supply Chain and Logistics
APRIL 20, 2022
It is interesting and useful to set these inland ports in agricultural areas, where the empty containers can be filled with ag products. The easy proximity will induce a lot more loads. Locating inland ports with prescribed connections to ports … Continue reading → Logistics Ports Supply Chains congestion inland ports intermodal supply chains
Third-Party Logistics Services & 3PLs Explained
GlobalTranz
APRIL 18, 2022
Many shippers have realized that working with a third-party logistics provider (3PL) leads to more efficiencies and cost savings. It also allows shippers to focus on their core competencies. But 3PLs are not one size fits all.
GEP Outlook 2022
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Navistar’s Huntsville plant to produce integrated powertrain
Fleet Owner
APRIL 21, 2022
After a 110,000-sq.-ft. expansion of the Alabama powertrain manufacturing plant, the OEM plans to demonstrate its common modular system for trucks and buses. Equipment
USPS To Increase Delivery Times
LandLink
APRIL 19, 2022
Despite the popularity of expedited delivery options like Amazon Prime the U.S. Post Office will increase delivery times significantly. More than a decade of losses has put the U.S. Postal Service in a dire financial situation.
US container prices tumble as yards overflow with empties
Supply Chain and Logistics
APRIL 20, 2022
Suddenly there is a glut of empty containers. And prices for empty containers have fallen, in some cases by almost 50%. That’s because the containers are jammed up and not going back to China, due to Chinese COVID shutdowns and … Continue reading → Logistics Supply Chains container shipping empty containers ports
Worksport, Hyundai America Produce Solar Tonneau Prototype
NGT News
APRIL 21, 2022
Worksport Ltd., an automotive and clean energy corporation, has entered into a formal agreement with Hyundai America Technical Center Inc.
The Digital Levers You Need to Achieve Sustainable Cost Reduction
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