Sat.Nov 02, 2024 - Fri.Nov 08, 2024

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Procurement Director Roles Are Changing. Dramatically.

Shipsta

In 2015, nearly a decade ago, I was managing the relationship between Kuehne+Nagel, now the largest air and ocean forwarder in the world, and some of the world's largest companies. Honestly, you're probably reading this on a device one of them makes. These companies set the highest standards for their procurement professionals. But the roles, requirements, and especially skills, required of those same professionals are have evolved enough that it almost feels like a different job.

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Supply Chain AI: 25 Current Use Cases (and a Handful of Future Ones)

Logistics Viewpoints

When it came out, ChatGPT seemed like magic. It has led supply chain vendors to discuss how they currently use artificial intelligence. Further, virtually every supplier of supply chain solutions is eager to explain the ongoing investments they are making in artificial intelligence. Any device that can perceive its environment and can take actions that maximize its chance of success at some goal is engaged in some form of artificial intelligence.

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A Call for Reinvigorating the U.S. as the World’s ‘Manufacturing Superpower’

Supply Chain Brain

John Gardner owns a small business that sells to the U.S. military. He’s also a vocal proponent of reinvigorating America's entire domestic manufacturing base.

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Year-End Message from Marc and Stephen: A Vision of Precision and Transformation

Dedola Global Logistics

Year-End Message from Marc and Stephen: A Vision of Precision and Transformation Dear Valued Clients, As we approach the end of 2024, we’re grateful for your trust and support during this transformative year for Dedola Global Logistics (DGL). We’re excited to share how the innovations and investments made this year lay a strong foundation for 2025 and beyond—where precision, technology, and our talented team come together to better serve you.

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Reducing Global Lead Times To Improve Customer Experience At Becton Dickinson

Product lead time is crucial in the life sciences industry and represents a key consideration for customers’ purchasing decisions. For this reason, BD Biosciences aimed to optimize its global supply and distribution network to reduce delivery lead time to customers and optimize its global inventory. How BD Biosciences was successful in reducing global distribution lead times between 30% and 60% in addition to: Increasing agility to prioritize urgent and ad-hoc customer requests Increasing global

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The Trucking Industry’s Growing Headache: Finding Parking

Women in Trucking

Parking lots that can accommodate commercial freight trucks are in short supply around the country. The lack of truck parking can decrease productivity and increase fuel usage because a lack of parking forces drivers to waste time and burn fuel as they seek legitimate parking. HOS violations can result in hefty fines, sometimes reaching thousands of dollars.

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A Trillion Dollars in Freight Transactions with Ken Adamo

The Logistics of Logistics

Ken Adamo and Joe Lynch discuss a trillion dollars in freight transactions. Ken is the Chief of Analytics at DAT Freight & Analytics. DAT operates the largest truckload freight marketplace in North America. Shippers, brokers, carriers, news organizations and industry analysts rely on DAT for trends and data insights based on a database of $150 billion in annual market transactions.

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Why Data Visualization is Key to Better Decision-Making in Warehouse Operations

Logistics Viewpoints

In the fast-paced, data-driven environment of today’s warehouse and distribution operations, data visualization has become a linchpin of decision-making, productivity, and user satisfaction. Data visualization plays a crucial role in how data is consumed, understood, and ultimately acted upon, transforming vast streams of information into intuitive and actionable insights for warehouse managers and workers alike.

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Automation To Help Smooth Singles’ Day Peak

Logistics Business Magazine

Originating at China’s Nanjing University in 1993 as a sort of anti-Valentine’s Day, Singles’ Day is celebrated by unmarried people in China on the 11th November. The occasion falls on that date because 11/11 represents four ones, or four singles, standing together. Single people mark the occasion by spoiling and treating themselves to gifts and presents, but it wasn’t until Chinese eCommerce giant Alibaba chose the date to offer heavily discounted merchandise on its platform f

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The Importance of Supply Chain Visibility Software in 2024

Loginext

In 2024, supply chain visibility software is a critical tool for businesses navigating a fast-paced market. Real-time insights and end-to-end visibility enhance decision-making, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction, making it a must-have for staying competitive. Embrace this technology to optimize logistics and foster business growth. The post The Importance of Supply Chain Visibility Software in 2024 appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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End High Turnover: Discover Stability with Remote-Insourcing

High turnover isn't just inconvenient—it's costly. U.S. logistics businesses lose thousands in training, productivity, and morale every year, with an average quit rate exceeding 27%. Remote-Insourcing changes this reality. Remote-Insourcing seamlessly integrates dedicated, remote professionals into your team, significantly reducing turnover to under 4%.

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Beyond Intermodal Visibility with Jon Housknecht

The Logistics of Logistics

Jon Housknecht and Joe Lynch discuss beyond intermodal visibility. Jon serves as Senior Sales Manager at Blackberry Radar , a complete asset tracking solution that provides reliable trailer, chassis, container, railcar and ISO Tank status. About Jon Housknecht Jon Housknecht , Senior Sales Manager for BlackBerry Radar, currently partners with Domestic and Global Intermodal companies to represent BlackBerry Radar products and services to help provide greater visibility to their non-powered assets

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The Impact of NIS 2 Regulations on Manufacturing Supply Chains 

Logistics Viewpoints

NIS 2 Has Deep Impacts on the Supply Chain, Not Just Plant Operations The manufacturing industry is undergoing a significant transformation as it grapples with the implications of the Network and Information Systems Directive 2 (NIS 2). This EU-wide regulation, designed to bolster cybersecurity and ensure the resilience of essential services and digital infrastructures, presents both challenges and opportunities for manufacturing supply chains.

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Research Highlights Untapped Potential of AI to Boost Fleet Safety

Logistics Business Magazine

Delegate research conducted by Netradyne at the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit has revealed the untapped potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to boost fleet safety for greater precision and profitability in supply chain logistics and transportation. Currently, only 33% of respondents use AI to assess and monitor fleet safety performance. However, 81% plan to adopt AI platforms within the next year to mitigate risks and enhance safety for improved operational performance.

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Everything You Need to Know About DIM Weight

Ship Monk

Given that we’re about to enter peak shopping season (a.k.a. peak shipping season), we decided it’s time for a refresher on dimensional (DIM) weight, how to calculate it, and what you can do to avoid it. How Shipping Costs are Calculated All major carriers including USPS, FedEx, UPS and DHL use the same four factors to calculate shipping costs: package weight, dimensions, the distance it’s traveling, and how fast it needs to get there.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.

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New York State Approves $100K Incentive for Bollinger B4 Electric Truck

NGT News

Bollinger Motors, a subsidiary of electric vehicle manufacturer Mullen Automotive Inc., is now eligible for New York state’s New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program (NYTVIP), an incentive for commercial EVs from the New York State Energy and Research Development Authority (NYSERDA) providing up to a $100,000 cash voucher incentive on the all-electric B4 truck.

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Fleet Management 2.0: The Rise of Connected Vehicles in Global Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

The Evolution of Connected Fleet Ecosystems Fleet Management 2.0 is redefining transportation by integrating IoT sensors into vehicles, fundamentally shifting fleet operations. These sensors capture precise data on factors like location, speed, fuel usage, and driver behavior, transforming fleet management from reactive to data-driven decision-making.

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Fully Automated Small-parts Fulfilment Centre in CEE

Logistics Business Magazine

DHL Supply Chain announces the opening of its first warehouse fulfilment centre in Poland equipped with the fully automated small parts AutoStore system. This robotised warehouse in Gorzów Wielkopolski marks the first deployment of the AutoStore system by the global leader in contract logistics in the Centrale and Eastern Europe region. The Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) has been implemented by robotics specialist Element Logic, one of the world’s largest AutoStore distributors.

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The Problems and Challenges with Electric Freight Trucks

Freightera

Electric Trucks Are The Future, But How Close Is That Future? Electric vehicles (EVs) are quickly becoming a central part of the push to reduce emissions and combat climate change. While passenger electric cars have seen widespread adoption, transitioning the freight industry to electric trucks has proven to be very challenging, for multiple reasons.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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What a Second Trump Term Looks Like for Shipping and the Supply Chain

MTS Logistics

It’s official: America has elected its next President. Donald Trump will return for a second term after a four-year hiatus. The world that Donald Trump left four years ago is a very different one. There have been many changes over four years – both positive and negative for the economy, shipping, trade, and business writ-large. What does a second Trump term look like for the shipping and supply chain industry?

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Third Wave Automation Raises $27 Million in Series C Funding Led by Toyota’s Woven Capital

Logistics Viewpoints

Third Wave Automation, a provider of autonomous high-reach forklifts, has closed a $27 million Series C funding round led by Woven Capital, Toyota’s growth investment arm. The round also included returning investors Innovation Endeavors, Norwest Venture Partners, and Qualcomm Ventures, bringing Third Wave’s total funding to $97 million. This capital will help scale the company’s Shared Autonomy Platform and expand manufacturing for its TWA Reach forklifts, which integrate AI-driven autonomy with

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AGVs for Supply and Disposal of Printing Machines

Logistics Business Magazine

More and more companies are relying on automated guided vehicles (AGVs) in intralogistics to increase efficiency and meet challenges such as a shortage of skilled workers. This is also the case at GGP Media GmbH in Pößneck, Thuringia, which produces high-quality print and digital publications. AGVs as a solution for skills shortages and increased efficiency In view of the shortage of skilled workers and rising costs, GGP Media decided to use an AGV in March 2024, which has been in 24-hour operat

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (November 8, 2024)

Talking Logistics

There are already countless “What Will the Trump Presidency Mean for [Fill in the Blank]?” articles and blog posts being written. In the case of supply chain, the focus is on trade agreements and transportation infrastructure investments. The short answer is that we really don’t know yet. What candidates say on the campaign trail and. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (November 8, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Hyzon Completes Successful Fuel Cell EV Trial with IMC Logistics

NGT News

Hyzon has completed a successful trial of its Class 8 200-kW fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) with container drayage company IMC Logistics. The two-week trial is the latest in a series of assessments across Hyzon’s Class 8 200-kW and refuse FCEV truck platforms, all of which have been deemed successful to date. “The success of […] The post Hyzon Completes Successful Fuel Cell EV Trial with IMC Logistics appeared first on NGT News.

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ClearJet and Shipium Announce Partnership to Expand Range of Logistics Solutions

Logistics Viewpoints

The partnership between Shipium and ClearJet enhances supply chain efficiency by enabling businesses to achieve nationwide 2-day delivery at ground rates without changing carriers. By integrating ClearJet’s Super Carrier infrastructure, Shipium users gain access to advanced capabilities such as air zone skipping and final-mile carrier injections. This allows shippers to leverage their existing carrier accounts, like FedEx, UPS, or USPS while benefiting from expanded coverage to every U.S.

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Three Themes to Shape the Logistics Industry in 2025 

Logistics Business Magazine

2024 has seen continuous evolution across all aspects of the warehouse and logistics sector, from the increased adoption of electric vehicles in logistics fleets to new sustainability initiatives being implemented across the industry. However, in an age where technology is rapidly evolving, leaders must be wary of the impact this has on their workforce and focus on employee satisfaction and upskilling.

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Hapag-Lloyd Orders 24 New Container Ships

MTS Logistics

Shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd is expanding its fleet. Two contracts for a total of 24 new container ships were signed by the German shipping company, Hapag-Lloyd, the fifth-largest container line in the world by capacity. Yangzijiang Shipbuilding Group will construct 12 of these new structures, each with a 16,800-TEU capacity. These units will be used to increase the existing services’ capacity.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Dispatch Management Software: A Comprehensive Guide

Loginext

In the fast-paced logistics industry, dispatch management software is vital. It streamlines scheduling, tracks deliveries in real-time, and optimizes routes, helping companies reduce costs and meet customer demands. The post Dispatch Management Software: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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November 4th – 8th Supply Chain & Logistics News

Logistics Viewpoints

November 4th – 8th 2024 Supply Chain & Logistics News Steve Banker a tenured Supply Chain analyst with ARC Advisory Group will be presenting next Wednesday, November 13th with Wendy Ripley on “How Orvis Used Order Tracking to Eliminate Stockouts.” This Webinar is free to anyone who wishes to attend and can be found by clicking the link below.

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Supplier Turns Waste into Plastic Beverage Crates

Logistics Business Magazine

Less waste, lower CO2 emissions, economical use of resources – there are many arguments in favour of reusable transport packaging, including plastic beverage crates. Using recyclable and returnable beverage crates is even more sustainable. At Stand 121 in Hall 4A at the Brau Beviale (26 to 28 November 2024, Nuremberg) Schoeller Allibert will be showcasing the unstoppable synergy of circularity, design, and innovation.