Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Lights. Camera. Avalanche. This past October, sock company Bombas , experienced a Black Friday-like business peak after a highly-positive segment on Good Morning America. The TV coverage sparked an immediate 1,600% increase in orders that needed to be fulfilled by Bombas’s outsourced order fulfillment partner, Amware, from its Northeast fulfillment center in Cranbury, NJ.
Blue Grace Logistics
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Pedaling for a Cure. On October 28, 2017, our own Gary Brodsky, better known as “Kickstand”, was honored by the Chairman/Owner of the New England Patriots, Robert Kraft. Gary has been at the helm of the Patriots Platelet Pedalers for 10 years now. The PPP, as they are known, raise critical dollars for research each year by cycling in the Pan Mass challenge.
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AIMMS
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
What are companies looking for in supply chain network design technologies ? What works well, and what are the challenges? We commissioned Supply Chain Insights to conduct independent research about this topic and discussed the findings in a recent webinar. Today, we’re pleased to share a more extensive report on this topic. The report c o vers per ceptions about supply chain network design (SCND) as a process and outlines the key benefits and barriers experienced by comp
GlobalTranz
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
In a recent study, MIT found that companies that focus on 5 key initiatives to improve their supply chain data can have a big impact on their bottom line. Some supply chain companies are leaning on the power of analytics to help streamline their processes and get ahead of their competitors. But many companies have struggled to embrace the relationship between using analytics and implementing changes that can improve business performance.
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The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Steve Raetz, Director of Research and Market Intelligence at C.H. Robinson discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: One of the 4 Pillars to a Successful Transportation Experience is Portfolio Strategy. What does that mean and why is it important? The second pillar is Transportation Strategies. There are many transportation strategies companies can take; what insights come from your research in this area?
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AIMMS
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
What are companies looking for in supply chain network design technologies ? What works well, and what are the challenges? We commissioned Supply Chain Insights to conduct independent research about this topic and discussed the findings in a recent webinar. Today, we’re pleased to share a more extensive report on this topic. The report c o vers per ceptions about supply chain network design (SCND) as a process and outlines the key benefits and barriers experienced by comp
GlobalTranz
NOVEMBER 20, 2017
Unbelievably, the capacity crunch is back the shipping headlines. In April 2017, William B. Cassidy of the Journal of commerce (JOC) noted shippers were expecting a forthcoming slight capacity pinch, but that was before hurricane season arrived. Now, the shipping and transportation industry faces unprecedented capacity problems, and the upcoming ELD implementation deadline will exacerbate the issue.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 20, 2017
When you think about logistics service providers (LSPs) and the different ways they can differentiate themselves and create value, customer billing and pricing is probably not the first thing that comes to mind. But when you dive deeper into the topic, you realize that enabling and managing customer billing and pricing in smart and efficient ways does indeed create value for both LSPs and their customers.
Food Logistics
NOVEMBER 22, 2017
In the guide, shippers, loaders, carriers and receivers covered by the Sanitary Transportation Rule will find descriptions of the rule requirements in an easy-to-read, question and answer format.
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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.
Trinity Logistics
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
On Saturday, Nov. 18, 324 boxes of complete Thanksgiving meals were handed out to families in need at Trinity Logistics’ headquarters in Seaford, Del. as part of the annual “Thanksgiving for All” event. Thanks to donations of roasters from Perdue Farms and Thanksgiving side items and dessert from The Food Bank of Delaware, members of the Trinity Foundation packed 5,832 items for 324 local families to enjoy a meal over the holidays.
GlobalTranz
NOVEMBER 22, 2017
The development and history of warehouse management systems (WMSs) have had a profound impact on how the supply chain functions. However, few understand the history of WMS and how it evolved to encompass item tracking, storage data, inbound and outbound shipping, picking and much more. Rather than trying to look at every small detail that led up to the modern WMS, let’s take a look at some of the most notable advancements in its history.
3PL Insights
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
On November 16 th, 2017, Tesla revealed the much anticipated, brand-new electric semi-truck. The sleek, silver model still looks like a traditional semi, but also like a vehicle out of the future—and it even runs on sunlight. “We are guaranteeing this truck won’t break down for a million miles,” says Elon Musk. The truck boasts many new features that would allegedly improve many elements of the trucking industry—refining safety and productivity, as well as helping to protect the environment.
Food Logistics
NOVEMBER 20, 2017
With this acquisition, Becker Logistics is now one of the largest third-party logistics providers in 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
Freightos
NOVEMBER 23, 2017
The Digital Age Is The New Competitive Arena For 3PLs. This contributed article by Erik Hofmann , Chair of Logistics Management, University of St.Gallen and Florin Osterwalder , Lampe & Schwartze Marine Underwriting, Bremen is based on their recently published research paper. 3PLs provide a wide range of logistics services and have become core players in the logistics industry.
LandLink
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
According to FreightWatch International , the risk of cargo theft incidents is much higher during the holiday season, and the upcoming Thanksgiving weekend should demand additional supply chain security measures for retailers looking to protect their precious holiday merchandise.
3PL Insights
NOVEMBER 20, 2017
Businesses have a corporate social responsibility to help in times of crisis—systems must be in place in order to effectively respond, and the response in itself must be authentic. It can be a fine balancing act, between consistency in delivering equal aid to multiple disaster areas, as well as maintaining legitimacy. The humanitarian organization, American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN), has operated as a clearinghouse in delivering supplies and services to natural disaster areas, and has capabil
Food Logistics
NOVEMBER 20, 2017
Maersk Line has appointed Omar Shamsie the new president of Maersk Line in North America, effective Dec. 1.
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To continue scaling your omnichannel business, you need to manage a lot of orders across a lot of different channels and marketplaces. Some brands do this by hand. Some try to force their ERP to manage it. Others rely on a complex system of cross-referencing the dashboards of their various channels. None of these is an effective or sustainable solution.
Freightos
NOVEMBER 20, 2017
Carriers May Have Something To Be Thankful For This Thanksgiving. Freight Rate Update Wk 46. By John Edmonds, Research & Marketing, Freightos. Freight Rates Are Down, But Carriers Have Something To Be Thankful For. The annual peak season rush typically sees spiking freight rates well into November. The rush is still there this year. Shipments are up on last year with delays expected in US ports this week.
PINC
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Drones are enabling organizations to use employees more efficiently and improve inventory accuracy in a world where consumers want everything cheap and now.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Drones are enabling organizations to use employees more efficiently and improve inventory accuracy in a world where consumers want everything cheap and now. Every company on the planet that has a significant supply chain operation is plagued by inventory reconciliation problems. It’s the nature of the game, and to overcome this challenge, companies have historically used better forecasting, shifted safety stock levels, and enhanced order point and order quantity processes.
Food Logistics
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Keith Shipp, president and CEO of PLM, dives into the details to answer this all-important question.
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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.
Penske Move Ahead
NOVEMBER 20, 2017
Penske Truck Leasing has launched the Penske Driver app – the truck rental and leasing industry’s first fully integrated, custom app that provides truck drivers with easy Hours of Service (HOS) functionality to meet the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate, and other productivity tools. Penske Truck Leasing is providing the Penske Driver app and its Hours of Service (HOS) solution free to its commercial customers.
Freightera
NOVEMBER 23, 2017
It’s that time of the year! Happy Thanksgiving to our shippers, carriers, investors, fans and friends in the US! Turkey dinner, eh? The post Happy Thanksgiving! appeared first on Freightera Blog.
Quiet Logistics
NOVEMBER 20, 2017
Big news from our tech partner Locus Robotics on Bloomberg today! Proud to be working alongside these leaders in warehouse automation.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 22, 2017
Every morning the alarm goes off, I hit the snooze button. It’s a motion I’ve perfected over 30 years. reaching for the same alarm clock I’ve had since college. It’s been my bedside companion through the 90s and 2000s, through my years in New York and Arizona, when I was single. and alone, awake in the dark, looking at the red LED lights. waiting for the minutes to pass, the hour to change.
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Penske Move Ahead
NOVEMBER 20, 2017
The portrait of Thanksgiving celebrations, complete with loved ones gathered around a bountiful, seasonal dinner table can prove to be elusive for families faced with food insecurities. Families in need in Berks County, Pennsylvania often turn to charitable relief organizations like the Salvation Army of Reading to help them meet their food needs. “The holidays – Thanksgiving and Christmas –are times when we all feel this cultural drive to celebrate, to be thankful,” said Capt.
Bringg
NOVEMBER 23, 2017
A wide range of delivery alternatives is one of the most decisive factors for an e-commerce operation to succeed. Convenience and flexibility are at the heart of what makes online shopping more appealing to many customers than visiting a store. Imperial College’s Consumer Shopping Survey shows that 74% of UK online shoppers consider convenience of delivery the most important factor influencing their purchase.
Quiet Logistics
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
News of our tech partner Locus Robotics' recent round of funding in the Wall Street Journal.
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