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The Trends Shaping Supply Chain and Logistics: Takeaways from Descartes Evolution 2017

Talking Logistics

What is the #1 technology topic Descartes CEO Ed Ryan gets asked about? Drones and its future in supply chain and logistics processes. Which is why a drone took flight from the stage during Ryan’s keynote address at the Descartes Evolution 2017 Conference a couple of weeks ago and broadcast real-time video of the audience as it flew across the front of the hall.

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Reducing Costs in Shipping with a Focus on Inbound Logistics Strategy

GlobalTranz

Shippers often forget about the possible savings through an effective inbound logistics strategy. Unfortunately, this disconnect could be costing tens of thousands of dollars and eating away at your bottom line. In addition, managing vendors and inbound logistics can feel like a lot of work for little gain, yet the possible savings by implementing an inbound logistics program can add up through these key ways.

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Top Mexico Supply Chain Services

Carter Logistics

Top Mexico Supply Chain Services. Mexico is a vital trading partner with the U.S. In 2015 our goods and services trade was an estimated $583 billion dollars. They are our 2 nd largest export market and our 3 rd largest supplier of imported goods. So to say that intra-Mexico trade is important to the U.S. is an understatement. The massive trade between our nations requires many different supply chain services.

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Dimensional Weight and How It Affects Apparel Shipping Costs

Apparel Logistics

Dimensional weight is a key phrase that shippers need to be acutely aware of. Packages are no longer priced based on their actual weight if they're particularly large and light. Dimensional weight calculations can leave you paying a premium for empty space in each box if you're not careful about your apparel shipping strategies. Understanding Dimensional Weight.

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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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Collaborative Supply Chain Innovation: A New Model for Success

Talking Logistics

Kristi Montgomery, VP of Kenco Innovation Labs (part of Kenco Group) and Puga Sankara, Co-Founder of Smart Gladiator discuss the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: When it comes to driving supply chain innovation, what have been some of the lessons learned to date? How would you characterize the current state of mobile enablement in supply chain management?

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Procurement Tips for a Freight RFQ: Make sure your goals are clear

Transporeon

This post is part of a series on best practices for freight RFQ s from Ticontract Managing Director Thomas Einsiedler. There are always different objectives for running a freight RFQ, but a number of points should be observed in order to maximize success. I would like to share some hints and tips for the most important steps of a successful bid invitation from many years of experience in advising and assisting our customers in the most diverse transportation procurement projects.

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Freight Index Update: 9 April 2017 (W14)

Freightos

Freightos Freight Index Update. Week 14 2017 (April 3-9). By Noam Fraenkel, VP Data & Analytics, Freightos. Rates are looking up. Last Sunday’s Freightos Index kicked off with little to no signs of a GRI, with three core lanes showing no movement, and two (China – US West Coast and Europe – US) heading down. But by the middle of last week, China-US (West Coast) rates had climbed significantly.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 10-14, 2017)

Talking Logistics

With many folks on vacation today for the holiday weekend, we’ll go straight to this week’s supply chain and logistics news without commentary. Truckers Swift and Knight to Merge (WSJ – sub. req’d). Elon Musk says Tesla will unveil its electric semi truck in September (The Verge). Amazon’s Free Shipping Pushes Small Retailers, Delivery Firms to Compete (WSJ – sub. req’d).

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Six Best Practices for Working with Freight Brokers

GlobalTranz

Working with Freight brokers is important for a business of any size to successfully deal with import and export by efficiently moving freight cargo through customs. Dealing with customs and waiting for shipments to be cleared for entry can be time-consuming, and time is money, but with a freight broker by your side, you can focus on running your business while they take care of logistics and ensure a smooth and fast transit. .

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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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U.S. Water Industry Outlook Webcast

Mazars Ledger

WEBCAST | Energy & Utilities | Manufacturing & Distribution April 12, 2017 Julie Petit | Senior Manager, Mazars USA LLP Brian… The post U.S. Water Industry Outlook Webcast appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Freight Index Update: April 2017 (W14)

Freightos

Freightos Freight Index Update. Week 14 2017 (April 3-9). By Noam Fraenkel, VP Data & Analytics, Freightos. Thing Rates are looking up. Last Sunday’s Freightos Index kicked off with little to no signs of a GRI, with three core lanes showing no movement, and two (China – US West Coast and Europe – US) down in April. But by the middle of last week, China-US (West Coast) rates had climbed significantly.

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The Search for the Best Freight Rate Management Platform

Logistics Portal

The Search for the Best Freight Rate Management Platform With the recent 2017 Top Logistics IT Provider awards by Inbound Logistics Magazine, many new faces have emerged.

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Cloud-Based TMS: 7 Reasons Why Transportation Management Systems Have Their Heads in the Cloud

GlobalTranz

Transportation management systems ( TMSs ) are not a new concept, but where they are hosted now, in the cloud, is still new to the shipping industry. The cloud offers unique benefits to shippers, vendors, customers and logistics providers. Traditional challenges, like managing updates, integration between different systems and multi-location deployment, can be overcome through cloud-based TMS , reports Merrill Douglas of Inbound Logistics.

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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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New White Paper - The Rise Of The Digital Yard

PINC

Thanks to advancements in technology including cloud computing, internet of things (IoT), drones, and mobile, yard visibility and management are now reaching new heights as the picture of the “Digital Yard” comes into very clear focus. No longer relegated to using clipboards, spreadsheets, and manual systems to manage their yard assets, companies are asking themselves questions like: How can we better leverage today’s advanced technologies to run our yards even more efficiently?

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7 Easy Steps to Create an Inbound Vendor Routing Guide

GlobalTranz

An inbound vendor routing guide is comparable the beating heart of your operation. It manages inbound freight, not unlike the incoming blood supply from the lungs, and pumps it out to the remainder of your supply chain. Unlike the heart, however, your routing guide needs to be continually updated to reflect the most relevant changes in carrier preferences, stipulations for compliance violations and detailed instructions on how to handle different shipping circumstances.