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Top 3 Logistics Outsourcing Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make

Logistics Bureau

If you are relatively new to Logistics Outsourcing or maybe you don’t have a lot of experience in going through the Logistics Outsourcing process, there are some common mistakes to avoid. Hopefully, this video will help you to avoid these 5 Logistics Outsourcing mistakes.

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AI in Shipping: Should We Be Scared?

MTS Logistics

When ChatGPT opened up to public few months ago, a real artificial intelligence (AI) frenzy started in every part of our lives. AI is passing Harvard exams, creating art (liked the one on the above photo, designed by me at bing.com/create ), writing music, and threatening (!) to replace all jobs. According to a report by Goldman Sachs, “As tools using advances in natural language processing work their way into businesses and society, they could drive a 7% (or almost $7 trillion) increase i

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Warehouse Technology: 7 Important Technologies in 2023

Cyzerg

Warehouse technology is an effective, sustainable, and cost-efficient solution to addressing the challenges of the warehouse. Especially now, when the market is transitioning to e-commerce platforms that are accessible and open 24/7/365, it is becoming increasingly crucial to move warehouses from relying too heavily on costly human labor and into a more automated and technology-focused operation – a transition called “ Warehouse Digitalization ” To help you prepare for Warehouse Digitalization,

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Last Mile Delivery Grows Up with Ron Richardson

The Logistics of Logistics

Ron Richardson and Joe Lynch discuss last mile delivery grows up. Ron is the Chief Revenue Officer at OneRail , an Orlando-based last mile transportation visibility solution providing shippers with Amazon-level dependability and speed. About Ron Richardson Ron Richardson is a highly experienced Chief Revenue Officer with a strong background in logistics and transportation.

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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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Understanding Fulfillment Kitting Services

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

B2C order fulfillment often involves more than basic pick and pack operations. There are a variety of additional considerations for presenting your brand to your customers in the best possible light and for optimizing processes to reduce costs. One of the more important considerations is the implementation of fulfillment kitting services.

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4 Things You Need to Consider About Field Service Acquisitions

WorkWave

Time To Read: 4 minutes Running a field service operation can be both challenging and rewarding, and there are many motivating factors when making the decision to start a business. Similarly, there are many different reasons that the owner of a field service company might choose to sell their business. You may have started your business knowing you would ultimately sell it if it were successful; you might simply be ready to move on to retirement or your next project; or perhaps you never expecte

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Fight for your right to park the truck: How to be an advocate

Overdrive Online

With billions in government funding available for truck parking, why isn't there more construction? Here we look at the cause of the problem and how one operator successfully tackled it.

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Looking to reduce drayage fees? Here's how

West Coast and California Logistics

Over the years, port drayage has become increasingly complicated. In the “good old days”, the trucker arrived at terminal gates, quickly found the right container mounted on a steamship line supplied chassis, checked out, and was on the way with few delays. Fast forward to today, where the number of moving parts to haul a container has increased exponentially.

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Freight Agents: Protect Your Business With Carrier Selection

Trinity Logistics

Proper carrier selection may be one of the most important tasks for Freight Agents to keep their business safe. I remember the first time I dispatched a driver to pick up a shipment thinking, “Wait, I just met this carrier for the first time. I’ve sent their driver to pick up a shipment for one of our top customers.” Needless to say, I made about 10 calls to the driver, carrier, and shipper to verify everything was legit.

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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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Major Warehouse Problems & Challenges After the Pandemic

Cyzerg

In the warehousing industry, the COVID-19 pandemic created several new warehouse problems and challenges that are putting companies under pressure. Understanding these modern problems of warehousing is key to adapting and finding a path to success.

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Fulfilling Big Bulky Small Parcels with Dusty Holcomb

The Logistics of Logistics

Dusty Holcomb and Joe Lynch discuss fulfilling big bulky small parcels. Dusty is the CEO of Red Stag Fulfillment is a third-party logistics (3PL) company based in Knoxville, Tennessee. About Dusty Holcomb Dusty Holcomb joined “The Herd” at Red Stag Fulfillment in May 2021. As a leader in a dynamic industry, his focus as CEO is on three things: delivering exceptional value for our clients, operational excellence, and curating an exceptional people first culture.

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3PL Order Fulfillment Services for B2C Brands – What’s Important?

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Matthew Hertz , Founder of Second Marathon Consulting , is a leading matchmaker between eRetailers and order fulfillment services providers. He recently chatted with Amware’s EVP of Strategy & Operations, Chad Warzecha, for an episode of Unboxing Fulfillment – the modern B2C fulfillment podcast.

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This Week in Logistics News (April15 – 20)

Logistics Viewpoints

The Boston Marathon is considered one of the worlds “ Big 5 ” marathons. Metropolitan Bostonians take a lot of pride in the marathon as a major part of Patriots Day celebrations across Massachusetts. Spectators line the sides of the 26.2 mile journey, with a particularly large crowd in downtown Boston. The Red Sox home game begins early on that day, adding to the crowds downtown.

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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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Warehouse Technology: 7 Important Technologies in 2023

Cyzerg

Warehouse technology is an effective, sustainable, and cost-efficient solution to addressing the challenges of the warehouse. Especially now, when the market is transitioning to e-commerce platforms that are accessible and open 24/7/365, it is becoming increasingly crucial to move warehouses from relying too heavily on costly human labor and into a more automated and technology-focused operation – a transition called “ Warehouse Digitalization ” To help you prepare for Warehouse Digitalization,

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What’s Next for The Freight Market with Chris Pickett

The Logistics of Logistics

Joe Lynch and Chris Pickett discuss what’s next for the freight market. Chris is the Chief Operating Officer at Flock Freight , a technology company that is on a mission to solve the US trucking industry’s wasted capacity problem. Chris is also the Lead Market Analyst at Pickett Research, LLC – an independent market research firm focused exclusively on the dynamics that drive US truckload freight rates.

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BEAST and Nano BEAST Electric School Buses Continue WV Pilot Project

NGT News

GreenPower Motor Co. Inc. says it has deployed Round 5 of its all-electric school bus pilot project in Calhoun, Putnam and Roane County school districts in West Virginia. Also, Upshur County, will continue to pilot the Nano BEAST making it the first school district during the project to use the school bus past the six-week […] The post BEAST and Nano BEAST Electric School Buses Continue WV Pilot Project appeared first on NGT News.

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Green Transportation May Well Depend on the Success of Deep-Sea Mining

Logistics Viewpoints

It is now understood that fossil fuels cause environmental harm. Many consumers are transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs). EVs are an important part of the transition to a green transportation system. A total of 10.5 million new electric vehicles were delivered during 2022, an increase of 55 % compared to 2021. To reach carbon neutrality by 2050 a transition to green transportation is necessary.

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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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Shades of grey in dark fleet

Supply Chain and Logistics

This useful article indicates the different types of use for tankers that trade grey products, which are either sanctioned oil, or Russian products which are not sanctioned but are subject to a price cap.

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Building the Pipeline: Five Ways to Lift Female Supply Chain Leaders

Supply Chain Brain

As a leader in end-to-end delivery and transportation with a career spanning over 15 years as an omni-channel supply chain and operations leader, I have often been the only woman in the room.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 21, 2023)

Talking Logistics

It’s one of those Fridays, where I’m running short on time, so I’ll just jump straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Welcome to the Carbon Tax Trade Wars Remember the China-US trade war that began in 2018, where the US imposed tariffs on more than $300 billion. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 21, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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How owner-ops can avoid, or ace, inspections at Roadcheck

Overdrive Online

Roadcheck, ideally, might be a perfectly random survey of all trucks on the road. But in reality inspectors often target trucks to inspect that present some visible cue there could be another issue. A few ways here to avoid, or ace, your next inspection.

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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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Illinois trucking company’s sudden shutdown leaves team drivers stranded, unpaid

Supply Chain and Logistics

The story documented here is unfortunately all too common today. Truckers are routinely mistreated by trucking firms like this one in the story. And they keep going out of business then reopening and doing the same thing.

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Global Supply Chains are Operating more Efficiently, Report Finds

Supply Chain Brain

The report also found that global transportation costs have fallen below their long-term average thanks to lessening pressures on shipping, rail, air and road freight.

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Editor’s Pick: Rip Up the Golden Ticket Theory

Talking Logistics

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This March 2023 post from Transporeon’s blog highlights key takeaways from a sustainability masterclass hosted by Jakob Muus, Director of Transporeon’s Sustainability.

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NHTSA presses forward on trailer side underride guards

Commercial Carrier Journal

NHTSA estimates that 17.2 lives would be saved and 69 serious injuries would be prevented annually when all trailers in the fleet are equipped with side underride guards.

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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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Natural Gas Vehicle Sales Waxed and Waned in Q4/Q1

NGT News

Sales of natural gas-powered vehicles were mixed in the December to February time frame, according to the latest Alternative Fuels Quarterly by ACT Research. December activity lagged its year-ago level by 47%, with January falling behind by an even greater margin (-57% y/y). February saw a reversal, with y/y sales gaining 40%. “In the near […] The post Natural Gas Vehicle Sales Waxed and Waned in Q4/Q1 appeared first on NGT News.

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What Supply Chain Disruption Means for Retail Cybersecurity

Supply Chain Brain

Retailers should review their overall cybersecurity posture and follow some best practices to limit their supply chain attack risk.

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Editor’s Choice: Innovating Toward a Resilient and Agile Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

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. Today’s article comes from the team at Coupa and explores an agile and resilient supply chain. When it comes to supply chains, the last few years have exposed real global vulnerabilities.