GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

It’s estimated that manufacturing facilities worldwid e use at least one computer as part of their operation. However, manufacturers tend to have a love-hate relationship with computer systems. Your manufacturing floor might have some gripes with computers, but here are 5 thing s computers hate about your manufacturing floor … . Despite their obvious value to your manufacturing floor, computers alone don’t do well in a manufacturing setting – ‘alone’ meaning ‘without any form of protection to e

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CH Robinson Logistics

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

Trade policy—it’s a topic that has moved front and center over the past months with the changing administration in the United States. We’re hearing lots of questions from shippers, contract carriers, and employees about what changes might be on the horizon for global trade and how to consider what might be next. Let’s dig in and discuss some of the top trade related issues.

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Apparel Logistics

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

Apparel third-party logistics (3PL) providers need clear and comprehensive data for smooth operations. Without it, 3PL providers can't provide the consistent service their apparel clients rely on. That's why data prep is so important for any apparel firm using a 3PL provider. Understanding Data Prep. Data prep, short for data preparation, is the multi-phase process of collecting, synthesizing, assembling, and organizing data for analysis.

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Logistics Marketing Advisors

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

The email may start out something like this: “XYZ Logistics has been identified as an innovative logistics provider that we would like to feature in an upcoming issue of INDUSTRY WORLD (I made up this name) – a magazine aimed at CEOs and senior operations executives…”. The email is typically sent to the CEO of.

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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.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

The election is over, but the race is just starting for logistics providers. Although rate volatility is expected to stabilize in 2017, organizations must do more with fewer resources to survive. From Amazon to hyper-local retailers, 2017 will be a year of intense scrutiny and pressure on logistics providers. Fortunately, your organization can get ahead of the learning curve by knowing what trends in logistics to watch for this year.

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PINC

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

The Future Is Now: GPS, Drones, and Automated Manufacturing It's no longer something that may happen in the future. It's happening now. It's happening fast. It's happening right here in the Bay Area.

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The Logistics Academy

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Faculty members from some of the leading logistics education programs share their thoughts on how higher education is preparing tomorrow’s professionals for the challenges ahead. Q: What are the latest trends in logistics education, and how does your program address them? Gerard Burke, Georgia Southern University: A continuing trend is the challenge to attract students to pursue a career often perceived as humdrum.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and the Internet of Things (IoT) are similar, but both function on the connection of equipment to the internet and applying data collected to consumer and business needs, including the needs of manufacturers. From boosting the level of artificial intelligence to promoting better means of mitigating and preventing risks, technology will change how manufacturers grow throughout 2017.

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3PL Insights

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

At Evans Distribution Systems, we utilize technology in our warehousing services to ensure that your stock is managed in the most efficient, effective way possible. Especially if your business is e-commerce, having a well-monitored and secure inventory is what will allow you to operate at your best. But what are the individual benefits of some of the tech used when operating a Warehouse Management System for your business?

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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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Transporeon

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

Networking can help reduce freight costs and optimize processes for both shippers and transportation providers. “Collaborative commerce” is particularly worthwhile in the field of logistics. Spot sourcing can reduce freight costs by up to 10 percent Successful enterprise-wide solutions create efficiencies within the workflows they were designed to accommodate.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

The coming year is set to reshape how the logistics tech industry operates. Automation and robotics are leading the charge, and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is adding to the mountain of data being collected and analyzed for insights and better operations. Meanwhile, technology is stepping up to meet the added pressures and demand on the industry, and your company needs to understand where it will be felt the most. 1.

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3PL Insights

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

With so many uncertainties surrounding President Trump’s plans to impose international trade tariffs and taxes, there has been speculation that the resulting impact on international shipping could be huge. It’s important to be prepared for the effect of Trump policies on international shipping and logistics. During his campaign, Trump stated he would significantly increase import tariffs to protect American jobs and would withdraw from the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement negotiated by

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

A Quick Recap of Recent Trends in Manufacturing Technology to Think About 2017. Although apps and smart devices will make an impact in manufacturing technologies this year, a few other recent trends in manufacturing technology will dramatically redefine industry standards. Sustainable alternatives to traditional manufacturing will replace existing processes, and avoiding the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) will finally become impossible.

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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.

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