Harvesting Success This Produce Season
Food Logistics
MAY 7, 2024
A carrier with a strong reputation, the latest technology and equipment, and the ability to scale will be the best partner to handle both the season’s opportunities and challenges.
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The National Zero-Emission Freight Corridor Strategy and Plans to Decarbonize Transportation in the US
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 8, 2024
In March 2024, the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation released the National Zero-Emission Freight Corridor Strategy , which aims to decarbonize and advance zero-emission freight along the United States main shipping corridors. This plan’s goal is to advance the deployment of zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (ZE-MHDVs) and the infrastructure needed to enable ubiquitous access to charging and hydrogen refueling along our nation’s prominent freight corridors.
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Is China’s Role in Your Supply Chain Increasing or Decreasing?
Talking Logistics
MAY 6, 2024
As reported by Paul Wiseman on February 7th, “For the first time in more than two decades, Mexico [in 2023] surpassed China as the leading source of goods imported by the United States.” This news prompted us to ask members of our Indago supply chain research community — who are all supply chain and logistics. Read more The post Is China’s Role in Your Supply Chain Increasing or Decreasing?
Introducing the Craft Supplier Risk Management Platform
Supply Chain Brain
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Craft is launching a user-friendly, configurable supplier risk management (SRM) platform designed for team collaboration and proactive risk mitigation.
10 Practical Steps To Reduce Scope 3 Emissions
Advertiser: GEP
Scope 3 emissions – which account for 70 – 80% of an organization’s emissions – are complex and multifaceted. They form the bulk of an organization’s environmental impact. It’s no surprise that enterprises still struggle to track and manage these emissions. '10 Practical Steps to Reduce Scope 3 Emissions' guides you through the essential phases of identifying, analyzing, and mitigating these emissions.
Electric trucking costs could be more than twice diesel
Commercial Carrier Journal
MAY 8, 2024
Ryder, among the early movers in the electric trucking space, says the company is "not seeing significant adoption of this technology.
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How to Build and Execute an Effective Supplier Risk Management Strategy
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Managing a global supply chain has never been more challenging, with complex, ever-evolving regulations, increasingly frequent extreme weather events, volatile geopolitical crises, and sophisticated cybercrime.
Marijuana rules and regs changing? What truckers need to know
Overdrive Online
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Federal marijuana rules will likely change near-term for most people, but don't listen to the rumors: It isn't, and won't, be legal for CDL holders.
From Insight to Impact: Optimizing Your Logistics Operations
Blue Grace Logistics
MAY 9, 2024
Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - May 9, 2024 Supply Chain Now Webinar On-Demand: From Insight to Impact: Optimizing Your Logistics Operations Missed our live event? No worries! Dive into our on-demand webinar where we unravel the intricacies of simplifying, implementing, and managing change within your supply chain strategy.
Choosing Between FOB Vs. Ex Works Terms of Sale
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MAY 7, 2024
If you are a small or medium-sized business (SMB) who is buying from an overseas supplier, there's a good chance you're buying under either Free On Board (FOB) or Ex Works (EXW) terms of sale – the two most commonly used purchase terms in global trade. In this article, we'll explore the distinctions between EXW vs FOB and how they can positively or negatively impact how you manage logistics.
EROAD’s Guide to Running a Sustainable Trucking Business
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Over the last three decades, emissions from new trucks have been reduced by more than 98 percent. In fact, it would take 60 of today’s trucks to generate the same level of emissions from a single truck in 1988. Despite these impressive improvements, many trucking businesses continue to seek methods to achieve sustainability goals in a viable, measurable way.
Turning Cold Outreach into Gold with Matt Castriotta
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 10, 2024
Matt Castriotta and Joe Lynch discuss turning cold outreach into gold. Matt is the Founder and CEO of Castriotta Growth Hacking, where they provide B2B demand generation solutions for logistics sales leaders. About Matt Castriotta Matt Castriotta is a Growth Hacking and B2B Marketing/Strategy Expert. Before starting Castriotta Growth Hacking, he spent over 10 years closing some of the biggest logistics freight spends in the world at a family-owned, 3PL.
Probabilistic Planning Helps Master Supply Chain’s Unknowns
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 9, 2024
In our everyday lives, we often navigate uncertainty using a probabilistic approach without even realizing it. Take weather-dependent activities, for instance. When planning your weekend, you might check a 5-day weather forecast, which provides probabilities of rain, sunshine, or cloudy skies. Armed with this information, you make decisions like whether to have a picnic, garden or stay indoors.
Overcoming the 8 Biggest Logistics Challenges E-commerce Brands Face
Stord
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Budgets are tight. Consumer expectations are increasing. And every day seemingly brings a new competitor into the mix. If you’re responsible for growing your e-commerce business and/or managing your DTC & B2B supply chain operations , we know you’re facing a slew of challenges. And simply throwing more money or people isn’t an option, even if it would prove effective, which you know likely wouldn’t.
Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 10, 2024)
Talking Logistics
MAY 10, 2024
I was a baby once, a long time ago. I was born with my umbilical cord wrapped around my neck, making it hard for me to take my first breath, but when I finally inhaled and let out a cry, I was given to my mother to comfort me. I don’t remember that day, but. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 10, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
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
Triple Bottom Line Logistics with Tom Raftery
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 6, 2024
Tom Raftery and Joe Lynch discuss triple bottom line logistics. Tom is an entrepreneur, sustainability expert, technology executive and all-around thought leader. Tom advises logistics and supply chain companies on technology, sustainability, and communications Summary: Triple Bottom Line Logistics Tom Raftery , a sustainability expert, discusses the importance of triple bottom line logistics in the supply chain industry.
This Week in Logistics News (May 4 – May 10)
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 10, 2024
People buying tickets online for concerts, sporting events and other live events in Minnesota will be guaranteed more transparency and protection under a new bill signed into law Tuesday by Gov. Tim Walz. The law, which has been dubbed the Taylor Swift bill, was prompted by the frustration Democratic Rep. Kelly Moller felt at not being able to buy tickets to Swift’s 2023 concert in Minneapolis.
The Trends That Are Driving a Surge in Manufacturing M&A Deals
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With inflation and interest rates easing, manufacturing investment is on the rise. Several large manufacturers have said they plan to increase capital investments and merger and acquisition deal-making in 2024.
What Supply Chain Execs Can Learn from an Ironman Triathlete
Talking Logistics
MAY 8, 2024
Fab Brasca is an Ironman Triathlete. He is also one of the most knowledgeable and experienced technology executives in the supply chain and logistics industry, especially when it comes to Transportation Management Systems. I first met Fab more than 25 years ago when he was at i2 Technologies, which was later acquired by JDA Software. Read more The post What Supply Chain Execs Can Learn from an Ironman Triathlete appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory
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Optimizing Cold Chain while Reducing Environmental Impact with Nicole Glenn
The Logistics of Logistics
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Nicole Glenn and Joe Lynch discuss optimizing cold chain while reducing environmental impact. Nicole is the Founder and CEO of Candor Expedite , a transportation leader known for making its customers heroes by delivering creative, fast, effective, and sustainable solutions for time-sensitive and white glove shipments backed by a trusted carrier network.
One-Number Plans are Bad Plans
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MAY 6, 2024
Matt Hoffman, Vice President of Product and Industry Solutions, at John Galt Solutions One-number plans are bad plans. A one-number forecast, for example, looks across the range of demand that might emerge in a period and decides to create a forecast that is mid-way between the most and the least demand that is apt to emerge. A probabilistic approach to planning would be better, but our supply chain tools have not supported this approach well.
Red Sea Risk Matrix: A Model for Managing Supply Chain Disruption
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[Video] What Supply Chain Execs Can Learn From An Ironman Triathlete
Talking Logistics
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After almost 30 years in the technology field, Fab Brasca recently launched TriSuccess Advisory, which among other things, provides fractional executive leadership and career/life balance coaching. How has Fab been able to succeed both as a business executive and an Ironman triathlete, which both demand a lot of time, energy, and commitment? What lessons has.
The What, Why and How of Total Procurement Orchestration
Advertiser: GEP
By 2027, Gartner predicts that 40% of sourcing will be handled outside of the procurement function. How can procurement pros ensure that the process is efficient and unified for all users? For a synchronized and democratized approach to procurement, leaders are embracing total procurement orchestration solutions. The What, Why and How of Total Procurement Orchestration details how a multi-level orchestration strategy streamlines procurement processes.
Navigating the Future of Automation: Using AI to Alleviate Port Congestion
MTS Logistics
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Port congestion poses significant challenges to global supply chains, maritime trade, and overall economic efficiency. As the volume of goods transported by sea continues to grow, finding effective solutions becomes crucial. Fortunately, automation and artificial intelligence (AI) offer promising ways to mitigate port congestion. In this article, we’ll explore how these technologies can make a difference and enhance port operations. 1.
The Power of Telematics Combined With Route Optimization
WorkWave
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Efficiency is a key element of effective last-mile delivery. Every minute saved, every optimized route and every streamlined process can make a significant difference in meeting customer expectations and staying ahead of the competition. That’s where telematics comes in. This blog post will explore what telematics is, why it’s crucial for last-mile delivery and the vital role it plays when combined with route optimization platforms.
Four Reasons Data Builds a Circular Supply Chain
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Navigating a linear supply chain is like driving down a one-way, dead-end street — movement is forced down a singular path and there’s only one place to go: the garbage.
Happening Now: US Cargo Imports Continue to Rise
West Coast and California Logistics
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According to DC Velocity , cargo imports into the US are expected to climb to over 2 million units in May. This would be the first time since last fall that imports reach that mark.
Navigating Uncertainty: How Technology Helps Fleets Thrive in Challenging Times
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Why don’t more women work in trucking?
Truck News
MAY 8, 2024
Trucking HR Canada’s labor market information (LMI) shows that women remain a largely untapped labor pool for trucking and logistics.
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WorkWave
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AutoScheduler Introduces Aggregated Warehouse Data Orchestration
Supply Chain Brain
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With AutoPilot and AutoPilot Central, the company says, supply chain managers can reduce planning time by 97%, reduce inventory waste by 13%, and optimize labor planning, among other benefits.
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