Striking the right balance
DC Velocity
AUGUST 13, 2018
Retailers need more sophisticated technology to manage inventory in an omnichannel world. Tools that improve visibility and flexibility are at the top of the list.
DC Velocity
AUGUST 13, 2018
Retailers need more sophisticated technology to manage inventory in an omnichannel world. Tools that improve visibility and flexibility are at the top of the list.
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 14, 2018
In today’s market, it is imperative for process businesses to pursue digital transformations to meet changing customer expectations, global market demands, and increased competition. Process industry businesses that embark on digital transformation journeys are becoming disruptors in the industry. Smart executives know that a digital transformation can be a catalyst for growth and will drive shareholder value.
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Apparel Logistics
AUGUST 16, 2018
A single point of contact (SPOC) refers to one department which is responsible for managing logistics across multiple locations. This SPOC will coordinate activities across warehouses, work sites, internal departments, and external clients. Maintaining an SPOC for your apparel brand is an efficient way to minimize errors, increase customer satisfaction, and boost your bottom line.
The Lean Thinker
AUGUST 16, 2018
“Turn off the radio, Hal.” “I’m sorry, Mark, I’m afraid I can’t do that.”. A couple of months ago I got the news that my 1995 Toyota Truck with 280,000 miles on it would require an engine rebuild plus a bunch of other stuff I wanted it to continue to be a reliable daily driver and for trips to Portland, etc. I’ll relate the reason I didn’t replace it in-kind with a Toyota Tacoma in another post.
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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.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
AUGUST 14, 2018
The word “travel” is usually associated with positive things. Vacations…New adventures…. Not so in the fulfillment warehouse, where travel time is the enemy of efficient order picking. In fact, it can comprise as much as 50% of the picking process – and up to half of your warehousing labor cost. Without the right system-aided picking process, you’re paying order pickers to walk, not to pick.
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Material Handling and Logistics
AUGUST 14, 2018
Over the next three months, 70% of the logistics and transportation managers, surveyed in July by TCompanies, said the U.S. economy will continue to thrive. And because of that, revenue and profitability are expected to increase as well.
The Lean Thinker
AUGUST 15, 2018
“No… this is coaching. That means I talk, you listen.” Many years ago, those words began a 20 minute session that I can best describe as an “a** chewing.” The boss systematically went through all of the little notes he had been saving for over a year – like the fact that someone had commented that I had a cow lick in my hair one day many months ago, which was framed as “lack of grooming.” None of this, of course, had anything to do with what had t
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 13, 2018
All truckers are familiar with the meditative din of the road, but for the LGBT community, the siren song of the highways can be especially luring. But LGBT truckers face discrimination from their peers, shippers and at stops along the road.
DC Velocity
AUGUST 14, 2018
Actions by local 89 officials raise chances of `no' votes by rank-and-file.
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
Material Handling and Logistics
AUGUST 13, 2018
As more data is gathered on forklift performance and operation, companies can expect to see fleet maintenance benefits.
Bringg
AUGUST 16, 2018
DoorDash, the on-demand restaurant delivery service, connecting customers with restaurants, debuted a new last week called DashPass , a subscription offering unlimited deliveries with no delivery fee. For $9.99 per month, subscribers will receive unlimited access to thousands of restaurants across the US, with no delivery fee on orders of $15 or more.
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 15, 2018
Whether you know it or not, your fleet may be making assumptions in your operations—routing and transit times, time for deliveries, and more—and they may be incorrect. Putting hard data to those assumptions and guesswork can make the fleet more efficient and improve things for both drivers and the business in ways you didn't expect.
DC Velocity
AUGUST 16, 2018
The logistics industry existed before Brad Jacobs. It will likely never be the same after him.
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Material Handling and Logistics
AUGUST 15, 2018
Shippers have discovered Prince Rupert is often the quickest and cheapest route to get everything from Nike sneakers, Microsoft computers and John Deere tractor parts from Asian factories into the U.S. heartland.
Shipchain
AUGUST 16, 2018
It’s hard to believe it’s almost September and already 9 months since the completion of the sale. Our team has all around been hard at work, including growing relationships with the companies we are working with, seeking strategic partnerships with logistics companies to garner widespread adoption, accelerating development of the products and really making this a well oiled machine.
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 17, 2018
ACT and FTR both tracking record-breaking trailer sales as builders try to keep up with carriers, who are also ordering new trucks at a record pace.
DC Velocity
AUGUST 15, 2018
According to noted consultant Satish Jindel, it's been an ironclad way for carriers to leave money on the table.
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Material Handling and Logistics
AUGUST 14, 2018
ASG Services has introduced branded warehouse signs that give companies the ability to include their company logos and other corporate messages on their warehouse signs without making them an expensive desirable.
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 13, 2018
A leading MRO began a digital transformation three years ago. Because about half of this company’s 2017 revenues are related to warehousing services, several of their digital projects have been related to improving efficiency in their warehouses. This case study describes their approach to testing out mobile logistics robots. The post Warehouse Robots Enable a Digital Transformation appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 17, 2018
Bendix offers some insight on the evolution of advanced vehicle safety technologies.
DC Velocity
AUGUST 12, 2018
One in three truck drivers leaves within the first three months of employment. New research aims to find out why.
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
Material Handling and Logistics
AUGUST 13, 2018
If Congress passes the legislation the President promised, labor-related risks could arise.
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 15, 2018
Companies today are facing significant transportation challenges — tight capacity, rising rates, and more demanding delivery expectations from customers. Navigating through these challenges requires timely and accurate visibility to what’s happening in their transportation operations, which is where Control Tower visibility comes in. How are companies using Control Tower visibility to deliver business value?
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 17, 2018
Donated by the Wilson family, founders of the former Wilson Trucking Corporation, the 1982 Volvo F7 model will reside at the Volvo Trucks Customer Center, next to the Virginia plant.
DC Velocity
AUGUST 13, 2018
Firm also starts construction of integrated logistics center to offer transportation, warehousing, and distribution under one roof by 2020, Pyle says.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
Material Handling and Logistics
AUGUST 16, 2018
Walmart is facing a myriad of factors; increased inventory costs, a tight trucking market, higher employee wages as well as spending to expand its eCommerce business.
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 13, 2018
Companies across all industries are dealing with rising transportation costs and a key question many CEOs, CFOs, and supply chain executives are asking is, “What can we do to better manage and control our freight spend in today’s market?” To get an expert’s response to that question, I interviewed Michael Falls, Senior Manager of Operations at enVista , in a recent episode of Talking Logistics.
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 16, 2018
Three U.S. senators introduced legislation that would create a training program giving those under the age of 21 the opportunity to operate commercial vehicles in interstate trucking. The DRIVE-Safe Act was introduced by Sens.
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