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How freight brokers can help reduce empty trucking miles

Bulk Connection

Carriers, in the current seller’s market you shouldn’t have to operate with empty trucking miles and unprofitable loads. Fortunately, you have a key ally that can help: the freight broker. In this article, we’ll examine the ways that a partnership with a quality 3PL freight broker can boost your operational efficiency – and profitability.

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How Technology is Changing Ocean Shipping

Now, That's Logistics

Like many industries, the ocean freight sector is caught somewhere between using age-old systems that still technically work, and moving into the digital world. With the latter, carriers are able to eliminate costly manual work, reduce reliance on labor, and streamline their operations. However, these new systems also cost money, require training, and don’t always produce the return on investment (ROI) expected.

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3 Best Practices for Building A Strong Local Supply Chain

GoShip Blog

Supply chains in the US have been widely stretched around the globe for decades. Outsourcing and offshoring manufacturing has been a gold standard in the industry until 2020. Then, the pandemic happened, accompanied by many other economic and political factors like the US-China trade war and Brexit. Considering these factors, the time has come to shorten the supply chains.

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Putting Supply Chains on Autopilot with Ali Raza

The Logistics of Logistics

Putting Supply Chains on Autopilot with Ali Raza. Ali Raza and Joe Lynch discuss putting supply chains on autopilot. Ali is a theory of constraints (TOC) practitioner who founded a company to help supply chains to improve throughput. About Ali Raza. Ali Raza is the Founder and CEO of Throughput, Inc., an AI-Powered software to help companies run leaner, faster, smoother, and safer operations out of the box.

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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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Warehouse Technology: 7 Important Technologies in 2021

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.”.

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Do Your eCommerce Order Fulfillment Services Cost Too Much?

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

An eCommerce business lives or dies on the customer experience, making it essential for online sellers to fill orders quickly in a way that keeps customers happy. While this means you shouldn’t cut corners to save costs, you also don’t have to overspend to get top-notch eCommerce order fulfillment services. This blog will discuss some areas to review when seeking to reduce the cost of eCommerce order fulfillment.

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Kevin Nolan and the Nolan Transportation Group Story

The Logistics of Logistics

Kevin Nolan and the Nolan Transportation Group Story. Ryan Schreiber and Kevin Nolan discuss Kevin’s entrepreneurial journey and the Nolan Transportation Group Story. Kevin is the Founder of Nolan Transportation Group (NTG). About Kevin Nolan. Kevin Nolan is the Founder and Chief Rhino at Nolan Transportation Group (NTG). Kevin founded NTG in 2005 with a small office, a box of cash, and two employees.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Procurement for the Hotel Industry

SIPMM Professional Publications

With the 4.0 digital era industry now, digital and AI are interconnected. AI is cutting down repeated tasks by simulating human intelligence in machines. AI helpsprocurement specialists to solve complex problems and enormous data more effectively by using software applications and smart computer algorithms. These machines are automated to think, to act, to behave like […].

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Warehouse Automation in a Time of Rapid Change

Logistics Viewpoints

Last week I had the opportunity to speak with Markus Schmidt, President of Swisslog Americas , about warehousing in today’s environment of rapid and often unpredictable change. The coronavirus pandemic exerted widespread impact on order fulfillment operations. But even prior to the pandemic, warehousing and fulfillment were evolving rapidly due to a number of factors, most notably the transition to direct-to-consumer fulfillment.

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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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Outlook on 2021 eCommerce Shipping Options

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

2020 was a chaotic year for eCommerce shipping – for the parcel carriers delivering those orders, the at-home customers dependent on reliable fulfillment, and for you, the online seller trying to keep customers happy while absorbing some pretty stiff parcel shipping cost increases. As the pandemic continues, together with increased online buying, it will continue to be a seller’s market for eCommerce shipping in 2021.

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Mass Personalization: An Emerging Trend and What it Means for Supply Chains

Kuebix

What is Mass Personalization? Personalization is formally defined as “the act of tailoring a product or service based on what customers desire.” Most companies that incorporate personalization have a base product that shoppers can customize as they’re checking out. Manufacturers are able to produce large quantities of the base product and only add personalizations when […].

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Despite declines, manufacturing growth remains strong in January, reports ISM

Logistics Management

In its monthly Manufacturing Report on Business, ISM said that the report’s key metric, the PMI, came in at 58.7 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), which was 1.8% below December’s 60.5, with both the PMI and the overall economy each growing, at a slower rate, for the eighth consecutive month. The January PMI reading is 5.6% above the 12-month average of 53.1.

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World’s Fifth Fastest Growing Retailer Automates Replenishment Planning

Logistics Viewpoints

E rkan Cerito?lu, the Director of Sales Operations and Supply Chain at A101. A101 is the fifth fastest growing retail company in the world. Their convenience stores – whose average footprint is 250 square meters – offer everyday low prices; customers don’t have to pay a premium for convenience. This has proven to be a successful strategy for Lidl and Aldi as well.

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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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Technology Trends in 2021 and Beyond

Talking Logistics

One of the key lessons learned from 2020 is that companies can no longer afford to stand on the sidelines when it comes to investing in technology and digital transformation. This is not only true for manufacturers and retailers, but for logistics service providers (LSPs) too. How is technology helping logistics service providers meet the. Read more Technology Trends in 2021 and Beyond.

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Help us pressure Transport Canada to act on ELD deadline

Truck News

The electronic logging device (ELD) file is one I have discussed on behalf of the Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) membership many times over the past six years. While some of you may be rolling your eyes and saying, ‘This again? Come on, Millian!’ the sad truth is it needs to be continually […].

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Since ELD mandate, hours violation likelihood has shifted west on the map

Overdrive Online

With news today of the hours-of-service-related focus on the planned Roadcheck event – this year set for May 4-6, a month sooner than past traditional month of June – keep in mind these states for especially close hours enforcement.

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Preliminary North American Class 8 orders post strong annual gains in January

Logistics Management

FTR reported that preliminary January North American Class 8 orders—at 42,800 units—was down 18% compared to December’s 52,100 and up 144% annually, and ACT Research reported that January preliminary North American Class 8 net orders came in at 42,200 units, representing a 17% decline compared to December’s 50,900 units and a 146% annual increase.

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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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New Class of Online Grocery Shoppers Brings Fresh Industry Demands

Supply Chain Brain

Food retailers are in a prime position to capitalize on Covid-related changes in purchasing behavior, and these three digital strategies will help retain customer loyalty in the long term.

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Bottom Line: What is the ROI of Supply Chain Network Design Software?

AIMMS

We often get asked what kind of return on investment you should expect to see when using our network design technology. Like others in our peer group, we often find ourselves sharing a range based on results typically seen in the market. Given that we are a data-driven (math-loving) company, we wanted to test this range by running some scenarios to see what kind of results companies can expect across a variety of verticals.

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The case for a motor carrier safety plan

Truck News

A trucking company is responsible for a number of things connected to operating commercial motor vehicles: driver conduct, vehicle mechanical safety condition, load security and the shipment of goods, and recordkeeping, among other things. One way to manage these obligations is by ensuring the company has a carrier safety plan. In some Canadian jurisdictions these […].

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FMC leadership calls on the White House for maritime worker vaccinations

Logistics Management

The letter did not mince words in laying out the case for the “urgent issue” of vaccinating the U.S. maritime workforce.

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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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Watch: How the Hybrid Store Format Will Transform Retail

Supply Chain Brain

Retail stores are increasingly adopting a hybrid model, whereby they accommodate both in-store shoppers and the fulfillment of e-commerce orders, according to John Morris, retail and industrial & logistics leader, and Melina Cordero, managing director for retail capital markets, with CBRE.

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Big-ticket repairs, replacements, rebuilds: To depreciate or not to depreciate?

Overdrive Online

Equipment improvements present a variety of options as it relates to tax strategy around expensing and depreciation. Depending on your income situation, you could be well served by spreading deductions over years.

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COVID-19 Causes Radical Change for Onboarding, but Candidate Values Remain

Food Logistics

COVID-19 transformed the way fleets onboard drivers and employees, but core values remain, like the importance of finding the right fit in an employee.

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IANA reports Q4 intermodal volume gains, with full-year 2020 down slightly

Logistics Management

Total 2020 intermodal volume came in at 17,789,192, for a 2.0% annual decrease, and total fourth quarter 2020 volume—at 4,874,842—increased 9.6% annually, marking its biggest quarterly gain going back to the second quarter of 2014.

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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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Freight-Cost Pain Intensifies as Pandemic Rocks Ocean Shipping

Supply Chain Brain

Soaring freight rates and delivery delays have sparked a global backlash by companies frustrated about the destructive mix of deteriorating service and higher ocean shipping costs.

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6 Ways that Manufacturers Can Prioritize Employee Development in 2021

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

2020 showed the world that the remote workforce could become a new reality with the right systems in place. Besides the rise of virtual collaboration, many businesses have been exploring the option to fully automate a number of business functions to avoid future disruptions. The question is – what do all of these changes mean […]. The post 6 Ways that Manufacturers Can Prioritize Employee Development in 2021 appeared first on SYSPRO US.

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Riding the Roller Coaster of Freight (w/ video)

FreightWaves SONAR

On this episode of #WithSONAR, co-hosts Luke Falasca and Kyle Taylor discuss rapidly changing market conditions. Since the beginning of the year, market volatility has pushed rates down in key markets and lanes, while pushing other lanes up. However, markets are never static, so savvy operators will use market volatility to separate themselves from competitors.

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