Mazars Ledger
SEPTEMBER 20, 2019
Sustainability concerns are increasing, both in the United States and internationally, gradually rewriting the rules for business. In the past, […]. The post Sustainability In The Maritime Industry appeared first on The Ledger - Mazars USA.
United World Transporation
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
Apart from your home, your truck is probably the single most expensive asset you will purchase. When you are buying such a big-ticket item, it’s always a good idea to have some knowledge. Finding the best diesel engine for a semi-truck and the best semi-truck to buy requires much research. Semi-truck engines are diesel engines, giving them better torque and hauling power than gasoline-powered engines.
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GoShip Blog
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Whether you are shipping full truckload or less-than-truckload freight, chances are you are using dry van shipping. It is the most commonly used trailer type within the trucking industry as it allows to transport large amounts of goods and almost every type of commodity. What is a dry van trailer? Dry van trailers are large, enclosed boxes , usually no longer than 48-53 feet.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
The subsidiary of Ingersoll Rand Inc. continues to work with a variety of original equipment manufacturers to forge “new ground and relationships” and stay ahead of the technology adoption curve.
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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.
Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
Owner-operator truck drivers, along with other independent contractors, could end up leaving California altogether if a new law goes into effect, as expected.
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Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
5G connectivity will shape tomorrow’s fulfillment operations - nullifying latency, extending the cloud's reach, enabling real-time inventory status updates, supporting real-time analytics and more. It will provide at least ten times faster data transfer compared to 4G cellular networks. Event management of in-transit goods offers a great example of 5G’s value.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
Fleet Owner talked with women drivers to get their insight into detention. Many of them did not agree with the report's results.
Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 20, 2019
As September is World Suicide Prevention Month, here are some strategies to implement in the workplace to improve mental health.
Kuebix
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
Rising Customer Expectations Present Biggest Challenge for the Food & Beverage Industry Changing consumer shopping habits and rising customer expectations are putting added pressure on the food and beverage industry. Shoppers are becoming used to having dozens of choices at their fingertips. Whether this is a choice between multiple flavors and varieties where there might […].
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
AIMMS
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
It can be incredibly frustrating when the software you use to run your supply chain will become unsupported. This is happening with many on-premise solutions. Some tools may be acquired by competitors, who then incorporate them in a vastly more expensive package. The dilemma here often is: do I take the path of least resistance and upgrade to my current vendor’s costly new package, or do I risk running my business on a legacy solution a bit longer?
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
Industry stakeholders weigh in on HOS rule proposals during FMCSA listening session that draws support from drivers, concerns from safety advocates and worries about carrier coercion.
Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
Imports at the nation’s major retail container ports reached unusually high numbers just before new tariffs on goods from China took effect September 1 and are expected to surge again before another round of tariffs takes effect in December.
Overdrive Online
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
"We knocked it out of the park," says Fredrik Claxton of the group's effort, delivering ultimately $11K worth in food, hygiene supplies and clothing to more than 600 homeless residents in need at sites in Dallas, Ft. Worth and Arlington, Texas, on Aug. 24. Next stop: Baltimore in 2020.
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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.
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
Autonomous vehicles, such as yard and shuttle trucks that operate in in controlled environments, such as ports, manufacturing plants, and distribution center yards will be the first to go mainstream. ZF revealed autonomous Terminal Yard Tractor to the world last year. Running defined lanes within a restricted area, the yard trucks present an easy use case for moving freight from point A to point B autonomously.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 14, 2019
More than 1,100 comments have already been filed in response to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s proposed hours-of-service rule changes. The current deadline for filing comments is Oct. 7.
Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 15, 2019
OSHA's top 10 safety violations speak to workplace safety.
Overdrive Online
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
While the largest share of respondents to our recent polling on pay-to-reserve parking reported never using such systems, the remainder showed a split on the operational benefits of such systems, with a third of those who use them doing so only as a last resort upon arrival at a stop.
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Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
The US Supreme Court Wayfair tax decision is likely to have second-hand effects on warehouse investments. We will see more facilities opened in states with a sales tax, as the tax benefits of remaining out of state have diminished, while fulfillment responsiveness becomes increasingly more important in today's direct-to-consumer market. The post Warehousing and Taxation: The Wayfair Decision appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 20, 2019
The Women in Trucking Association (WIT) and Freightliner Trucks revealed the six finalists for the 2019 Influential Woman in Trucking award.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
U.S. manufacturers are lagging their European counterparts in the adoption of creative approaches to supply-chain finance. But three companies are demonstrating the varied ways in which that tool can be effectively deployed.
Overdrive Online
SEPTEMBER 20, 2019
Many are quick to say it is a driver-pay problem, but that's not all. In trucking companies' rush to grow, they devalue the freight market, notes owner-operator Clifford Petersen, and in doing so trade their pricing power in favor of a questionable status quo where driver time itself is devalued.
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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
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
We are constantly told that the world of business is becoming increasingly cut-throat and that every enterprise needs to find and hone its competitive edge if it is to survive and thrive. The local and global marketplaces are increasingly dynamic, which means that what worked yesterday, may not work tomorrow. Could ERP be the solution? There are […].
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
The Cass Freight Index, a monthly measure of U.S. freight volume, declined for the ninth straight month in August; the figures blame tariffs for stalling trade.
NGT News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
The Sierra Club has released a report calling for Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, D-N.Y., to set a statewide target to reduce on-road transportation emissions 55% by 2035 in order to meet New York’s long-term climate goals. This target is endorsed by statewide coalition Electrify NY. The report, produced by Synapse Energy Economics on behalf of […]. The post Sierra Club Calls for Transportation Emissions Target in N.Y. appeared first on NGT News.
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
A transportation management system (TMS) is an obvious tool for the logistics team, helping to move freight faster, more cost-effectively, and more easily from start to finish. But it also impacts multiple areas of a company by driving better efficiencies and opening up clearer visibility between departments. A TMS sits in the middle of many. Read more Don’t Hoard Your TMS.
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Morai Logistics
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
As the demands placed upon supply chains become greater, new innovative mechanisms will be necessary to respond to those pressures—here’s how the cloud is addressing them. The expectations placed upon supply chains are higher than ever. As a result, there’s a need for even stronger supply chain management. In turn, more powerful management platforms are needed.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 15, 2019
One of the most challenging areas of employment law is sick, injured or absent employees, according to Neil Dishman, principal at Jackson Lewis in the law firm’s Chicago office.
NGT News
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
New Flyer of America Inc. has inked an order from the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) for 75 compressed natural gas (CNG) buses. WMATA is a tri-jurisdictional government agency operating public transit service in the Washington metropolitan area, including the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia. WMATA’s Metrobus provides over 62 million passenger trips […].
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