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(Don’t) Supersize Me:  Finding the Best Fulfillment Company for Your Growing Business

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Remember Morgan Spurlock? He’s the filmmaker who spent a month eating nothing but McDonald’s food – and “supersizing” his portions whenever someone asked – only to wind up 24 pounds heavier. His experience is a fitting parallel for what tends to happen during many fulfillment provider searches, because without the right approach, it’s easy to get wowed by a provider’s size and technology, even though it may lack some of the essential requirements you need.

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How is Technology Enhancing Supply Chain Management?

GlobalTranz

From RFID and Drones to Autonomous Vessels, new technologies are already transforming and enhancing supply chain. But how will these technologies revolutionize supply chain management in the coming years? Take a look at the interactive graphic below to find out. Author information Adam Robinson Adam Robinson oversees the overall marketing strategy for Cerasis including website development, social media and content marketing, trade show marketing, email campaigns, and webinar marketing.

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KANE Expands National Capability for Wine Logistics with Acquisition of Vintners Logistics

Kane is Able

KANE’s planned acquisition of Vintners Logistics , based in Kennewick, WA, adds to the company’s strong wine logistics expertise. It also expands KANE’s national network, providing a strategic foothold in the Pacific Northwest and giving customers an ability to put product closer to customers.

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This Week in Logistics News (December 11-15, 2017)

Talking Logistics

One week to go before we go on hiatus for the holidays, which means I have one week to finish a million things on my “To Do” list. So, without delay, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week with some brief commentary: Target to Buy Grocery Delivery Startup Shipt for $550 Million (WSJ – sub. req’d). Supervalu expands Instacart program to all of its retail stores (StarTribune).

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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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Wine Consumption Surges, Creating Opportunity for 3PLs

Food Logistics

People have been drinking wine for 10 millennia. Modern logistics makes it easier to enjoy around the globe.

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Praise for Blockchain Technology is High, but Investment is Low, Survey Finds

Morai Logistics

Companies talk about the possibilities of blockchain tech, but with only 1% of the responding organizations are currently using blockchain in their supply chain operations, few are actively investing in it. Around this time last year, we commented on a story about Europe’s largest shipping Port , Rotterdam Port, taking part in a Blockchain consortium.

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TMS Doesn’t Exist in a Vaccuum: Driving Growth and Flexibility with Integration

Talking Logistics

I am at a swim meet to watch my son compete. It’s a beautiful pool, with plenty of seating for the parents to watch and cheer, and the temperature inside the building is not too hot or too cold. But there’s one thing missing: there’s no public WiFi (and no cellular connectivity either). It doesn’t matter if you have the latest iPhone X or Samsung Galaxy smartphone; they’re both as useful as small brick in here, which is actually a good thing because we should all be focused on our kids in the po

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Ways To Determine Your Freight Class

Brighter Logistics

The National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) has made some significant changes to the less than truckload (LTL) classification system, one being the introduction of an 11 tier density breakdown. The density category now has a class 65 for heavier shipments. Packaged commodities, also known as shipments, are grouped into 18 possible classes from class 50 … Continue reading "Ways To Determine Your Freight Class".

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Looking Back at Previous Capacity Crunches & How Shippers Responded

GlobalTranz

Some of the tightest of the previous capacity crunches have occurred within the last two decades. In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, capacity hit a breaking point. The same held true after Superstorm Sandy and the unyielding winter of 2014, reports Lawrence J. Gross of the Journal of Commerce (JOC). Also, the driver short has continually grown worse for the last eight years, and it is expected to continue through 2026, asserts Iris Kuo of Trucks.com.

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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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Ryder Secures 90-Day ELD Mandate Waiver for Rental Customers

Food Logistics

The waiver will ease the transition to electronic logging devices for commercial short-term renters.

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Digital Evolution of the Supply Chain: How to Prepare for Today and Tomorrow

Talking Logistics

Andrew Clarke, CFO at C.H. Robinson , discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: From your perspective in the industry, where are we today in the digital evolution, and why is this topic getting so much attention? Is the hype around machine learning, autonomous vehicles, and blockchain warranted? How and when will they have an impact on supply chains?

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ELDs (Electronic Logging Device): What Do They Mean for Shippers & Receivers?

Trinity Logistics

The Electronic Logging Device ruling has been finalized, appeals have been made, and the compliance date is right around the corner. With much of the focus on how carriers can comply with the mandate, we wanted to take a moment to share what shippers and receivers can expect and do to help with a smooth transition. ELD Mandate Overview. To give you a refresher, the ELD mandate is intended to help create a safer work environment for drivers by reducing the amount of driver fatigue that leads to u

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Choosing Pallets: Identifying the Right Pallets For Your Business

GlobalTranz

There are many different types of pallets, so knowing which one you should order for your business can be tricky. Associated Pallets have produced a helpf ul guide to help you when choosing pallets. The guide outlines the factors you need to consider when choosing a pallet for your business based on your requirements. When Choosing Pallets, You Need To Know What Material You Need.

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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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BlueGrace 2017 National Conference | Recap

Blue Grace Logistics

This year, BlueGrace Logistics held their National Conference at the beautiful SandPearl resort in Clearwater Beach, FL. To no surprise, the conference was jam packed with fantastic speakers including Don Hutson, Alex Sheen and Brian Holloway. Everyone enjoyed learning experiences, lunches and a reception back at headquarters. This was BlueGrace’s 7 th installment and biggest conference yet with over 250 people in attendance.

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2018 Outlook: The Year Global Shipping Embraces Artificial Intelligence

Talking Logistics

Adam Compain, CEO at ClearMetal , discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: Where are we from a technology standpoint and from a market education and adoption standpoint? Looking back over the course of 2017, what has surprised you the most? What are the biggest learnings or takeaways you’ve had? What’s holding some companies back from embarking on this transformation journey?

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Bringg - Untitled Article

Bringg

Delivery companies are struggling after an explosive Cyber Monday, which saw sales soar a whooping 17% over last year, to an estimated $6.6 billion in online sales, making it the biggest online shopping day in US history. This record-breaking surge in online shopping is now leading to significant delivery delays across the US. A pilot for Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, told The Washington Post that Amazon is already experiencing delays which are expecting to get worse in the next two weeks leadin

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A Free Compliance Guide E-book For Your Freight Brokering Business

GlobalTranz

As the freight industry keeps growing, more than ever before, carriers and brokers are needed to keep things rolling. To satisfy market demand and make use of the big opportunities the industry offers, freight broker numbers have also risen steadily over the last few years. But being a freight broker is not only about mediating the transportation of freight, it also requires knowledge of all legal requirements - from the licensing process, to obtaining and renewing your freight broker bond, and

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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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Can One Warehouse Store Different Temperature-Sensitive Products?

West Coast and California Logistics

Storing different temperature-sensitive products together is a little like running a pet store. While they may have very different care requirements, a lizard, a puppy, and a goldfish can all co-exist safely under the same pet shop roof provided their individual needs are met. The same holds true in the warehouse, as products with totally different – and often opposite – requirements can be stored together safely as long as appropriate measures are taken.

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Supply Chain and Logistics Conferences to Attend in 2018

Talking Logistics

Editor’s Note: This is one of the most popular posts we publish every year: our list of supply chain and logistics events to attend in the coming year. Most of the conferences on our list are in the U.S., although some are in Europe, South America, and Asia. Many of the leading ERP and supply chain software vendors have customer events in various countries around the world.; you can check their websites for information regarding dates and locations.

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The Importance of Shipping The Perfect Apparel Order

Apparel Logistics

We live in an imperfect world, but that doesn't mean perfection is unattainable. In fact, striving for perfection helps you deliver what your customers deserve. With the rise of online shopping, shipping is one area where perfection breeds success. How Do You Ship the Perfect Apparel Order? When you're striving for perfect orders, what are you striving for?

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Air Freight Frenzy: Freight Rate Update W49

Freightos

Air Freight Frenzy: Freight Rate Update Wk 49. By John Edmonds, Research & Marketing, Freightos. Last week saw yet more congestion for air freight, along with more sky-high air rates around the globe. US airports are experiencing significant congestion in the run-up to Christmas, affecting both domestic and international freight movements. In Europe, air cargo hit capacity two weeks ago and hasn’t yet pulled back.

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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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Changing Consumer Tastes and Technological Innovation Drive Big Change in Food Retail

Mazars Ledger

2017 was an eventful year in the Food & Beverage industry. Large food companies have continued to purchase brands to… The post Changing Consumer Tastes and Technological Innovation Drive Big Change in Food Retail appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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PINC and Tsol form a strategic alliance to provide the number-one selling Yard Management System (YMS) in Mexico

PINC

Union City, CA & Mexico City - December 12, 2017 - PINC, the number-one provider of yard management systems (YMS), finished vehicle logistics , and inventory robotics solutions to the world's largest brands, announced today a partnership with Tsol, a boutique consulting company that offers supply chain technology solutions to customers in Latin America.

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Things To Know About Third Party Logistics Company In India

AAJ Enterprises

A 3pl simply known as third party logistics company in India is an outsourcing service which provides facilities like transportation or warehouse to bolster the supply chain of the businesses. These services initially came up with physical distribution in 60’s, then to logistics in 80’s and finally into a fully fledged supply chain. They have come a long way, as the needs of businesses are expanding.

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Penske Truck Leasing Expands Facility in Laredo, Texas

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Truck Leasing celebrated the opening of its new facility in Laredo, Texas, with a grand opening event. Located at 8401 Killam Industrial Blvd, the new location is situated on 10 acres and offers customers easy access to Interstate 35 and Loop 20. The building will offer full-service truck leasing , consumer and commercial truck rental, contract truck fleet maintenance and Connected Fleet Solutions , a value-added resource to help customers address issues and options related to onboa

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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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Introduction to Regulated Utilities Webcast

Mazars Ledger

WEBCAST | Energy & Utilities | Manufacturing & Distribution December 14, 2017 Daniel Getman | Manager, Mazars Infrastructure & Energy P.J.… The post Introduction to Regulated Utilities Webcast appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Quick Picks – Quiet’s Last-minute Holiday Gift Guide

Quiet Logistics

Whether you’re finally getting around to your holiday shopping, or looking for a few fresh items to start the new year off right, we’ve got a ready-to-go roundup featuring some of our favorite partner brands. From new arrivals to signature bestsellers, these innovative products represent the best of the eCommerce marketplace and epitomize the pioneering mindset we all want to have heading into 2018.

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ELD Final Rule Compliance Date FAQ

Odyssey Logistics

As of December 18th, any commercial vehicle weighing over 10,000 pounds with an engine model year of 2000 or newer must be equipped with an FMCSA-approved electronic logging device (ELD). This mandate represents Phase 2 of the FMSCSA’s phased-in ELD compliance requirements. Here are five things to know about this new development: Why was this. Continue Reading.