Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MARCH 29, 2022
Amware, in conjunction with Internet Retailer (Digital Commerce 360), posed this question and others to 100 companies who ship 3,000 or more packages monthly.
Kane is Able
MARCH 31, 2022
Warehouse accidents take both a human and financial toll. Families and colleagues depend on warehouse associates – at home and at work – so the goal is that they leave work just like they came in. When injuries occur, the direct and indirect costs can have an impact on company profitability that can be felt all the way to the boardroom level. So preventing warehouse accidents must be a priority for all corporate and commercial logistics operations.
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Food Logistics
MARCH 30, 2022
Changing needs in the logistics space generates new questions for shippers, like whether they should use LTL or FTL freight services.
Logistics Matter
MARCH 30, 2022
Demand for warehouse facilities in urban areas has increased as e-commerce giants launch same-day delivery services. This eventually fueled the industrial racking systems’ demand in North America. The acceleration during COVID and now with higher gas prices ensures the trend and demand for industrial racking and shelves will continue. According to the new report published […].
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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.
The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 30, 2022
Sell Different with Lee Salz. Lee Salz and Joe Lynch discuss Sell Different. Lee is the Founder and CEO of Sales Architects , a company that helps its clients hire the right sales people, effectively onboard them, and align their sales activities with business objectives. About Lee Salz. Lee Salz is the Founder and CEO of Sales Architects where he helps clients develop processes to hire the right salespeople, effectively onboard them and align their sales activities with business objectives.
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Food Logistics
MARCH 28, 2022
This award recognizes leading third-party logistics and cold storage providers in the cold food and beverage industry.
Logistics Matter
MARCH 27, 2022
My passion for logistics didn’t reveal itself until I visited a warehouse during a Logistics Management course when I studied Business Administration at the Erasmus University in Rotterdam. That and my reading of Eliyahu Goldratt’s book The Goal sealed it for me. I needed to be in logistics and have loved it ever since. LEGO […].
The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 28, 2022
The Freight Market Place with Dave Maddox. Dave Maddox and Joe Lynch discuss the freight market place. Dave is the VP of Enterprise Sales for Emerge , one of the fastest-growing startups in the U.S. and is transforming the $800 billion transportation and logistics industry with its digital freight marketplace platform. About Dave Maddox. Dave Maddox has over 39 years of industry experience, Maddox specializes in Supply Chain & Transportation Sales, with operations management in distribution,
Shipsta
MARCH 27, 2022
Are disruptions and sky-high rates making your 2022 budget seem untenable? We've created a brand new calculator to help you get your annual budget back on track and offset some of this year's rising rates.
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
APRIL 1, 2022
Welcome to April. The first of April. You know what that means, right? Of course you do, but can you spot the fake news headlines among the real ones below? I bet you can, but which fake headline is closest to being true? Post a comment and let me know. Shanghai Covid-19 Lockdown Poses Fresh. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 1, 2022).
Logistics Matter
MARCH 28, 2022
Did you know that package theft and missed deliveries are a rising problem in the US? Given the boom in online shopping during the pandemic, the troubles of package theft and missed deliveries have become significant. In 2021, the e-commerce industry had a whopping 26 billion orders to deliver. Sadly, about 210 million packages were […].
The Logistics of Logistics
APRIL 1, 2022
Redefining Freight Brokerage with Nick Jensen. Nick Jensen and Joe Lynch discuss redefining freight brokerage. Nick is the Director of National Accounts at Loadsmart , a freight technology company that is removing the barriers between shippers and carriers so freight can move in the most efficient, transparent and automated way. About Nick Jensen. Nick Jensen is the Director of National Accounts at Loadsmart.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 29, 2022
In an age of internet-savvy consumers, companies have employed increasingly sophisticated greenwashing tactics to avoid taking meaningful environmental action, while reaping the reputational benefits of appearing eco-friendly.
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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.
Talking Logistics
MARCH 30, 2022
Last month in “The Difficulty Of Measuring Scope 3 Emissions,” I highlighted how almost 70% of Costco’s shareholders voted “yes” on a proposal that calls on the company to set “short, medium, and long-term science-based greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets” to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 — and how Costco’s board of directors wanted shareholders.
Logistics Matter
MARCH 29, 2022
When I came to China six years ago, the first thing I noticed was how advanced e-commerce was.15-30 minute delivery windows have only recently been widely adopted in Europe and the United States. Still, it was common practice in China already then. Trends in e-Commerce in China Subscriptions: The Chinese shop online every day. Many […].
The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 28, 2022
The Freight Marketplace with Dave Maddox. Dave Maddox and Joe Lynch discuss the freight marketplace. Dave is the VP of Enterprise Sales for Emerge , one of the fastest-growing startups in the U.S. and is transforming the $800 billion transportation and logistics industry with its digital freight marketplace platform. About Dave Maddox. Dave Maddox has over 39 years of industry experience, Maddox specializes in Supply Chain & Transportation Sales, with operations management in distribution, s
Shipsta
MARCH 30, 2022
Your freight procurement software should help everyone involved in the process – not just your procurement team.
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Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 30, 2022
U.S. importers, straining under a tapped-out supply chain, are increasingly offering top dollar for long-term shipping contracts that may not even be honored as they try whatever it takes to guarantee the arrival of their products.
Talking Logistics
MARCH 29, 2022
Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This January 2022 post from E2open’s blog highlights how manufacturing quality plays into carbon production and presents three steps to reduce.
Supply Chain and Logistics
MARCH 31, 2022
I think this time around all the good arguments are on the side of the shippers. Since moving to various forms of precision scheduled railroading (PSR), railroads have been passing longer delays on to customers.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
MARCH 29, 2022
What anniversary of your production plant might you celebrate this year? The 5th, 10th or is it older? Most plant floors are dominated by older equipment. Manufacturers are aware they need to modernize to take advantage of what technology can offer. They saw how technology gave many businesses competitive advantage during the pandemic, and they are aware of how the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) will change industries.
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
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 29, 2022
Global supply strains that started to ease in early 2022 are worsening again as headwinds strengthen from the war in Ukraine and China’s Covid lockdowns, threatening slower growth and faster inflation across the global economy.
Talking Logistics
MARCH 28, 2022
There is a constant focus on contract rates and spot rates in truckload transportation. But there is another cost factor that, like a little brother or sister, sometimes gets overlooked: fuel surcharges. In the United States, according to the DOE, on-highway diesel fuel prices were $5.134 per gallon on 3/21/22, up $1.940 from a year. Read more Truckload Fuel Surcharges: An Overlooked Opportunity for Improvement?
Supply Chain and Logistics
MARCH 31, 2022
I am glad to see that the FMC has been looking at the container manufacturing situation. Their findings are clear– the Chinese virtual monopoly is harmful to most shippers in the aggregate. Prices have been artificially kept high.
Overdrive Online
MARCH 31, 2022
Last week at MATS, a panel discussion with oil and fuel purification systems manufacturer Clean Air Fleet and two of its customers detailed advantages that come with cleaning up fluids. The impact extends to prevention of common emissions problems.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 28, 2022
Ocean cargo handlers are scrambling for solutions to the congestion that continues to plague major U.S. container ports, especially Los Angeles and Long Beach. But the ultimate answer might lie in something beyond their control: time.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
MARCH 31, 2022
Global supply chains were starting to recover from two years of upheaval caused by the pandemic when the military crisis hit. The further disruption caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could cause major disruptions to the global supply chain and impact South Africa. Just about every supply chain will be affected by this crisis, for example, with fuel prices surging although there is no shortage yet, there’s risk in supply and shipping routes being cancelled or diverted.
Supply Chain and Logistics
MARCH 30, 2022
Long delays for trains on rail networks are worrying for farmers and users of grain. Significant delays have been observed, including full trains sitting while customers waited for the grain onboard. Rails have been suffering trying to keep trains moving.
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