The Arrival of the ‘Self-Driving’ Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 10, 2019
The age of self-driving cars and trucks is nearly upon us. What about self-driving supply chains?
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Palletizing LTL Freight: Everything You Need to Know
GoShip Blog
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
Providing safe and secure packaging is essential for smooth freight transportation. When shipping with less-than-truckload, packing is even more important because there are multiple shipments combined in a trailer. Preparation simplifies handling, loading and unloading, and prevents cargo damage. The most common way of packing LTL freight is palletizing.
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Flash sale events! How to win the last mile on days like Valentines or Thanksgiving
Loginext
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
What’s with same-day or next-day deliveries? Well if haven’t forgotten important dates such as Valentines’ or any other such day, you won’t much appreciate the urgency of fast deliveries to save face. All’s well that end’s well, and that’s why the right logistics technology, especially last mile, is critical for flash events.
Tips and tricks for safer night driving
Fleet Owner
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
There are some things that drivers who work at night can do to help, but it's not what most people think they are. Here are some tips from a doctor and drivers who take advantage of the open, dark road.
Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry
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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.
Trucking in America *Infographic*
Kuebix
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
The job of a truck driver in America is crucial. Trucking is the backbone of our economy and just about every industry would collapse without it. In fact, 71% of all freight tonnage moves on trucks in the USA. That means everything from food to medicine to building materials at one point probably rode on […]. The post Trucking in America *Infographic* appeared first on Kuebix.
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Globalization in transition
Supply Chain and Logistics
FEBRUARY 9, 2019
This is a fascinating report about global trade, with many interesting statistics, and with points of view not often presented so cogently.
Stopping the rise in truck fatalities is in your hands
Fleet Owner
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
FMCSA data shows the way to stem the tide of truck-related fatalities on the roads is in trucking’s hands. Here are three ways to put those hands to work for safety.
E-Commerce Speeds Industrial Real Estate Transformation
Material Handling and Logistics
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
Warehousing is expected to grow by double digits while facilities add more technology.
Ecommerce Retailer Reaps Big Rewards Following a Supply Chain Planning Implementation
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
I talked to a large ecommerce retailer. They got great benefits from implementing a supply chain planning solution. But their plans to leverage AI are what is truly fascinating. The post Ecommerce Retailer Reaps Big Rewards Following a Supply Chain Planning Implementation appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
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
What Can Fleet Managers Expect in 2019?
Food Logistics
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
Industry experts weigh in on what to watch and how it will impact the food supply chain, especially the refrigerated transportation sector.
Postal Service starts using all-electric vans in Calif.
Fleet Owner
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
Pilot program of seven Motiv-powered Ford E-450 vans to deploy in California’s Central Valley, with one of the electric vans already running routes in Fresno.
FDA Making Drug Supply Chain More Secure
Material Handling and Logistics
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
"Using new innovations, we believe we can improve the overall security of our closed system and improve our ability to prevent the introduction of illegitimate products," says FDA commissioner Scott Gottlieb.
In stunning development, NEMF and 10 related subsidiaries declare bankruptcy
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
In a financial development that shocked the trucking industry, 101-year-old New England Motor Freight and 10 related subsidiaries (including truckload giant Eastern Freightways) voluntarily filed for relief under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey in Newark on February 11.
Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Blockchain and its Implications for the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain
Shipchain
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
Blockchain in the pharma supply chain can dramatically affect the success and verifiability of pharmaceuticals. Unlike other industries, pharmaceuticals are subject to intense regulation. Failure to maintain proper temperatures or traceability within the pharma supply chain can have disastrous outcomes that directly impact patients and their family members.
E-commerce transforms trucking equipment, labor and logistics
Fleet Owner
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
"If you’re in that so-called ‘final-mile’ phase, you might want smaller, more nimble vehicles. There are intermediary steps where products are moving into and out of distribution centers that may rely on traditional tractors and trailers.
Globalization Hits New Record High
Material Handling and Logistics
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
The world's top five most globally connected countries were the Netherlands, Singapore, Switzerland, Belgium and the United Arab Emirates.
Chapter 11 filing and employee letter shed more light on NEMF’s bankruptcy development
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
While the shockwaves stemming from regional less-than-truckload (LTL) New England Motor Freight (NEMF) announcing this week it voluntarily filed for relief under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey in Newark on February 11 are still intact, documentation surfacing in recent days helps to tell the story of what led the fabled 101-year Elizabeth, N.J.
How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces
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This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.
The Top 5 Warehouse Management Technologies Shaping the Supply Chain
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
New technologies are being developed that will propel warehouse management and shape the supply chain of the future. Around the globe, supply chain entities and third-party logistics providers (3PLs) are seeking out the best ways to enhance flexibility and adaptability for both inbound and outbound logistics. From the dramatic changes possible through the cloud to the applications.read More.
Another challenge: Manufacturers, step up efficiency
Fleet Owner
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
Fleets we speak to are looking for products that are dependable, reliable and that have a decent payback. A two-year return on investment is what most of them are looking for.
85% of Retailers Haven’t Completed Supply Chain Digitization
Material Handling and Logistics
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
For retailers relying on manual supply chain management processes, cost is perceived to be the main blocker.
A Software Revolution that is Hard to See
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
Today, so many exciting things are going on in the cloud software world that my bet is we will see very large improvements in the way things are done driven by higher productivity and innovation. The difficulty in perceiving this now is that there is no thing to "see" with this software. The post A Software Revolution that is Hard to See appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve
Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive
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
Track and Trace in the Food Supply Chain
Food Logistics
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
Visibility is getting better, faster and cheaper.
Sudden downshift to first spurs recall of 1.5M F-150 pickups
Fleet Owner
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
Nearly 1.5 million Ford F-150 pickups built from 2010 to 2013 are being recalled for a potential problem where the transmission suddenly shifts down into first gear, which could cause loss of control.
NLRB: Angry Outbursts Are Not Protected Activity
Material Handling and Logistics
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
Previously, employee comments mentioning wages or working conditions couldn’t draw discipline.
BCG report takes a deep dive into the ‘Blockchain Paradox’
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
While the emergence of blockchain technology within the freight transportation and logistics marketplace has gained a significant amount of traction in recent years, a report recently issued by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) observes that rate of blockchain adoption is slower than expected, even though the technology has some clear potential benefits.
How Intent Data Helps Marketers Convert A-List Accounts
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
One of the biggest challenges for any B2B marketer is understanding your prospects’ next move — who is most likely to buy and when. Without these insights, marketing campaigns can feel more like guesswork, with high investment and little return. We’re here to tell you there’s a better way. By tracking buyers’ digital footprints and online activity, such as website visits, product reviews, and spikes in content consumption, you can engage prospects with a message that really resonates.
Why Supply Chain Platforms?
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
Today, collaboration is an essential step in the digital transformation of your company, and has become vital if you expect to compete with increasingly more dynamic and connected competitors. Through this transformation, it’s no longer an option to work separate from your collaborators. Instead, a real convergence must be created by merging the processes with increased productivity, agility, efficiency, and a new customer experience in mind.
Flytrex expanding use of drones for food, e-commerce deliveries
Fleet Owner
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
The company is proving each day there is a place for drones, especially in suburban areas with private homes where services such as Uber or Postmates generally do not operate.
Saying No to Sexual Harassment Class Action Lawsuits
Material Handling and Logistics
FEBRUARY 10, 2019
Iowa District Court decertifies hostile environment class action brought against trucking company.
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