Logistics Viewpoints
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Transportation Technology Maturity Curve This is the time of year when industry analysts and technology pundits make predictions about the future. McKinsey & Company, a worldwide management consulting firm, has done the same. However, their predictions are based, in part, on a survey of more than 250 global shippers and logistic service providers.
Blue Grace Logistics
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Managing Costs Without Looking At Rates Making the Case: Managing Costs Without Looking At Rates Thank you for your interest in our whitepaper, presented in partnership with Logistics Management. Be sure to click the download button at the top right of the window below to save the PDF. For further insights or to connect with a BlueGrace logistics expert, click here to contact us today.
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Overdrive Online
DECEMBER 4, 2023
While small fleets are by and large excluded from current "zero-emission" transition requirements in California and elsewhere, funding exists for those looking to be proactive. At once, taking advantage of those incentives could be difficult.
Cyzerg
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Understanding the total WMS software costs before investing in one is essential. From software licenses to training and customization, calculating the expenses accurately will help you make an informed decision. This article will break down the numbers and provide a comprehensive guide to calculating the total cost of WMS software implementation. With the right WMS , you can streamline your warehouse operations, increase efficiency, and boost your bottom line.
Advertiser: GEP
Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Marli Hall, director of communications and member services with the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, explains how the cybersecurity threat to trucking can be addressed before an incident occurs.
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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Inventory accuracy – the degree to which the goods you actually have in stock match the quantities in your order management system – is hugely important to your business. Why? Because inaccurate counts can lead to back orders and stockouts. Those, in turn, cause shipping delays, which make for unhappy customers, bad reviews and lost sales.
Food Logistics
DECEMBER 4, 2023
With the help of some supply chain visibility, sustainable measures, more focus on people and the ability to pivot at a moment’s notice, 2024 is anyone’s and everyone’s game to succeed.
Logistics Viewpoints
DECEMBER 6, 2023
The end of the calendar year is sure to bring about predictions about the year ahead. Media sources are filled with prognostication. And Logistics Viewpoints has a history of its own supply chain predictions for the year ahead. My colleagues and I will likely publish a detailed list of predictions related to supply chain operations and technology. But today I would like to take a moment to review recent changes in supply chain barometers and apply a positive perspective on what these indicators
The Logistics of Logistics
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Bharath Krisnamoorthy and Joe Lynch discuss financial predator vs partner. Bharath (“B”) is CEO and Co-founder of Denim , an all-in-one financial services platform rapidly disrupting the $250 billion freight intermediary market. About Bharath Krishnamoorthy Bharath Krishnamoorthy is CEO and co-founder of Denim , a freight financial partner that processes over $1 million daily.
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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.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 4, 2023
When it comes to Artificial Intelligence, many companies are still in the learning phase. They’re trying to understand the technology landscape and what’s possible, but it’s a bit challenging because everything is evolving so fast. At the moment, the buzz and hype are centered on Generative AI, thanks in large part to the November 2022. Read more The post Going Beyond the Hype: Successful AI in Supply Chain Management appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Food Logistics
DECEMBER 4, 2023
With the help of some supply chain visibility, sustainable measures, more focus on people and the ability to pivot at a moment’s notice, 2024 is anyone’s and everyone’s game to succeed.
Logistics Viewpoints
DECEMBER 5, 2023
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 Patrick Byers, DevOps Engineer at Lucas Systems, and looks at cybersecurity planning frameworks. It is important to have a robust incident response plan in place for your distribution operation in the event of a cybersecurity breach.
The Logistics of Logistics
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Kevin Clonch and Joe Lynch discuss Ryder’s freight market update. Kevin is the group director of customer logistics for Ryder System, Inc. , a leading logistics and transportation company. About Kevin Clonch Kevin Clonch is the group director of customer logistics for Ryder System, Inc. With a focus on Ryder’s freight brokerage group, Kevin is responsible for supporting a growing portfolio of accounts across the United States.
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
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 8, 2023
One of my back muscles, for no reason whatsoever, decided to start spasming last night when I got into bed. Poking, poking, poking me awake whenever I started to fall asleep. It won. I didn’t sleep. So, while I still have the energy, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (December 8, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
NGT News
DECEMBER 4, 2023
GreenPower Motor Company Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of purpose-built, all-electric, zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles serving the cargo and delivery market, shuttle and transit space and school bus sector, has received its first orders for the Type A Nano BEAST school bus for the New York market. The Nano BEAST is on the New […] The post New York Schools Begin Ordering GreenPower Nano BEAST Buses appeared first on NGT News.
Overdrive Online
DECEMBER 7, 2023
The truck works, though its miles look more like those of a suburban commuter than an over-the-road trucker. Operator Matt Bankert's logged just 80,000 in nine years of farm work with the cabover, powered by a fully mechanical Caterpillar.
Blue Grace Logistics
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Q4 2023 Shipper Rate Report Q4 2023 Shipper Rate Report The Shipper Rate Report , a collaborative effort between FreightWaves , BlueGrace Logistics , and U.S. Bank , offering a comprehensive analysis of freight shipping rates. This recurring publication serves as an invaluable resource for shippers, carriers, and logistics professionals, providing data-driven insights into the dynamic landscape of the transportation industry.
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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.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 5, 2023
TMS Optimization – A Short History Tier 1 Transportation Management System (TMS) providers love to talk about optimization. Why wouldn’t they? They have spent a great deal of time and treasure in the development of transport planning engines that are capable of solving huge problem sets quickly and to a high degree of optimality. Over. Read more The post TMS Optimization Reimagined: Meeting the Needs of Today’s Shippers appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 4, 2023
With the help of data analysis and intelligent systems, companies are able to more efficiently manage product returns, repairs, recycling and other processes
Overdrive Online
DECEMBER 5, 2023
But the price drop wasn't all there was to it when Matthew Mickenberg carefullly weighed added costs and other potential savings, reversing his early-year decision to hang on to his five-year-old Kenworth T680.
NGT News
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott signed City Council Bill 21-0159 into law, which will help facilitate a transition to zero-emissions vehicles for the Maryland city’s administrative fleet. Under the law, by 2030, all procurements for Baltimore’s administrative fleet — comprised of light-duty, standard-occupancy vehicles, including sedans, small pickups and SUVs — will be required to […] The post Baltimore Commits to 100% Zero-Emissions City Fleet by 2030 appeared first on NGT News.
Advertiser: GEP
Generative AI goes beyond just automating tasks and providing real-time answers. Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? In this whitepaper — Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes With the Power of Generative AI — experts reveal how the strategic application of generative AI within procurement processes is paving the way for groundbreaking improvements.
Blue Grace Logistics
DECEMBER 7, 2023
US-Mexico Trade Trends Indicate Nearshoring Has Momentum Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - December 7, 2023 ‘While Mexico Has Surpassed China as the United States’ No. 1 Trade Partner, We’re Really at the Start of Something Much Bigger’ Connor D.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Ninety-three percent of the workers in the warehousing/storage industry reported they were paid hourly while an additional 12% said they had to take on another job.
Commercial Carrier Journal
DECEMBER 3, 2023
DHL has already started moving freight and shipment volume away from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport in anticipation of a work stoppage.
Overdrive Online
DECEMBER 8, 2023
A whopping 1,700-plus authority revocations in one day last month, outside FMCSA's usual revocation cadence, turned heads around Thanksgiving. FMCSA removed several blanket BOC3 companies from its system, putting trucker clients in shutdown risk.
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
NGT News
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Blue Bird Corporation, a provider of electric and low-emission school buses, has donated an advanced Blue Bird Vision electric school bus to Peach County Schools (PCS) in Georgia. Peach County has been home to Blue Bird’s Fort Valley, Ga, manufacturing facility since the company’s founding nearly a century ago. The local school district will utilize […] The post Blue Bird Donates Vision Electric Bus to Georgia School District appeared first on NGT News.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Retailers that embark on supply chain transformation are well-positioned to confront challenges and stay competitive in a rapidly changing marketplace.
Trinity Logistics
DECEMBER 8, 2023
As the industry pivots from Logistics 3.0 to Logistics 4.0, the role of Generative AI, a subset of artificial intelligence that can generate data like what it’s trained on, is becoming significant. What could and should you do with this technology? Let’s follow, Alex, a seasoned logistics manager, into his journey with Generative AI in logistics.
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