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The Omni-Channel Fulfillment Network with Esther Kestenbaum Prozan

The Logistics of Logistics

The Omni-Channel Fulfillment Network with Esther Kestenbaum Prozan. Esther Kestenbaum Prozan and Joe Lynch discuss the omni-channel fulfillment network. Esther is the Chief Revenue Officer at Flowspace , an ecommerce fulfillment platform that helps brands meet their customers’ post-purchase expectations. About Esther Kestenbaum Prozan. As CRO of Flowspace , Esther is responsible for the growth and development of the Flowspace business.

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What Does it Take to be a Successful Entrepreneur? The Incredible Journey of a Last Mile Pioneer

Logistics Viewpoints

I interviewed Simon Hartley, the cofounder of Wumdrop. Wumdrop is a successful last mile logistics company in South Africa. What I took away from this conversation is the perseverance and the hubris, the need for flexibility and luck, and even the heartache and the joy, that are involved in creating a successful business. The following text has been edited.

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Autonomous Planning in Supply Chain: 4 Must-Haves for Next-Generation Platforms

Logistics Viewpoints

I recently changed continents and realized that my favorite hair styler wouldn’t work in the U.S., so I went online to order it. It is one of those high-end brands with global recognition, and to my surprise, the manufacturer’s own website did not have any stock and no indication on when it would be available. I was hoping the retail chains carrying this brand had some in their stores, but after checking 10+ retailers, to my surprise, it was nowhere to be found, and the only website that h

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Custom Fulfillment at Scale

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

D2C merchants will break the bank to create programs that connect customers with their brands and build loyalty. Then they’ll ship products out using uninspired packaging in plain brown boxes to create a totally generic, totally forgettable brand experience. What a disconnect! And what a wasted opportunity.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

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?

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The MetroSpeedy Story with Nancy Korayim

The Logistics of Logistics

The MetroSpeedy Story with Nancy Korayim. Nancy Korayim and Joe Lynch discuss the MetroSpeedy story. Nancy is the Founder and CEO of MetroSpeedy , a fast-growing, last-mile delivery company based in New York City. About Nancy Korayim. Nancy Korayim is the Founder and CEO of MetroSpeedy and has 20+ years of experience in management, financial advisory, insurance, sales and development.

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Much to do before new ELD enforcement date

Truck News

The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) has worked in collaboration with federal, provincial and territorial regulators for more than 10 years, to shape an electronic logging device (ELD) mandate that will improve safety for the general public, as well as compliance with regulations. Working together, we learned from the mistakes made in the […].

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CBD Product Distribution:  Amware Helps PureKana Build Scalable Fulfillment Solution

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

PureKana is a wellness company that markets a variety of hemp-derived CBD products. At a time when the company was growing fast and even assuming order fulfillment responsibility for acquired companies, its fulfillment services partner struggled to provide the needed support.

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Körber Elevate: Next Phase of the Journey

Logistics Viewpoints

A modern day Rip Van Winkle would be surprised to wake up today and learn that HighJump is now known as Körber Supply Chain Software. But a twenty-year nap wouldn’t be necessary to fall behind on the company’s progress. In fact, a three-year cat nap would be long enough to fall out of touch with its rapid evolution. But I get the impression that the recent investment in Körber Supply Chain by KKR is likely to accelerate the company’s expansion.

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AI Empowers the Supply Chain to Solve Global Challenges

Material Handling and Logistics

Getting the most out of AI-based supply chain solutions requires taking organizational steps to capture the full value from the technology.

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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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5 Last-Mile Delivery Challenges and How to Solve Them

Logistics Brief Submitted Articles

The 5 biggest last-mile delivery challenges that disrupt supply chains and how NextBillion.ai can help to solve them.

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Across the Pond: The European Transportation Market (March 2022)

Talking Logistics

Author’s Note: I was asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Insights market data for additional insights and perspective. I once again shared my commentary for this month in a brief Transporeon Journal video commentary.

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A Year After Suez Canal Fiasco, Bad Luck Strikes Again for Evergreen

Supply Chain Brain

A year after a giant container ship got stuck in the Suez Canal for almost a week and disrupted global trade for months, another Evergreen Marine Corp. vessel has run aground.

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Why you may need to upgrade your ERP system

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

As a manufacturing or distribution management team you must make tough decisions on managing operations within the organization. One such decision might be to implement a new ERP system or even upgrade your existing one and investigate what value it will offer. The concept of digital transformation is not as simple as it may sound. Technology is ever-evolving, and companies need to stay on top of these changes.

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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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Shippers Leasing Entire Ships To Ensure Delivery

LandLink

Super shippers are renting entire cargo vessels @ $200,000 per day to ensure seasonal deliveries. Euroseas (NASDAQ: ESEA ) confirmed this week that it chartered its 2009-built, 4,250-twenty-foot equivalent unit container ship Synergy Oakland for 60-85 days at a gross rate of $195,000-$202,000 per day starting in the second half of October.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 18, 2022)

Talking Logistics

Are there more doors or wheels in the world? Debating this question is the latest internet trend, with no clear winner between Team Doors vs. Team Wheels because, well, there’s really no way to know for sure. It’s like me telling my college roommate freshman year that half the countries in the world have an. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 18, 2022).

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How Ocean Shippers Are Coping With High Rates and Unreliable Service Contracts

Supply Chain Brain

With no immediate relief in sight from sky-high ocean container freight rates, shippers are faced with the question of how to negotiate with carriers for adequate capacity at a manageable price.

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Van, reefer linehaul rates, less fuel surcharge, fell last week amid diesel surge

Overdrive Online

The weekly average van linehaul rate, excluding fuel surcharge, dropped 6 cents to $2.54 per mile compared to the previous week. The reefer rate also fell 6 cents week over week to $2.89 per mile, while the flatbed rate rose a penny to $2.70 a mile.

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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How weather delays can affect your supply chain | Geotab

Logistics Brief Submitted Articles

The cost of weather delays can add up and affect your supply chain.

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It’s the right time for ‘Choose to Truck’

Truck News

By all accounts the Canadian Trucking Alliance’s Choose to Truck campaign is knocking it out of the park. Image problems have plagued our industry for decades. I remember getting routinely razzed by my university buddies for working in such a “sleazy” business. I didn’t grasp how bad it was until I became a director at […].

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The Supply Crisis Antidote? Digital 'Demand Chain' Management

Supply Chain Brain

Manufacturers and distributors can no longer afford to view the supply chain as a strictly internal function that stands apart from customers.

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Top 5 Logistics Challenges and Solutions for the Manufacturing Industry

GlobalTranz

The manufacturing industry faces many challenges, such as a skilled labor shortage, supply chain instability, and inventory management issues. But with every challenge, there is an opportunity to innovate and grow. GlobalTranz works with manufacturing shippers every day to move their goods and streamline their logistics strategies. Here are the challenges we’re seeing across the industry, and what they mean for your supply chain and your shipping processes. 5 Challenges Facing Supply Chain Manag

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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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Highland, Thomas Craft Affordable Electric School Bus Options

NGT News

Highland Electric Fleets, a provider of turnkey electrification services for school bus fleets in North America, and school bus manufacturer Thomas Built Buses (TBB) are expanding their relationship to lower upfront costs and speed adoption of electric school buses. The two companies signed a letter of intent (LOI) that will allow Highland to provide electric […].

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Q&A: Why is it impossible to find California warehouse space?

West Coast and California Logistics

The quest for California warehouse space is more challenging than ever. Whether you’re partnering with a 3PL or looking to secure space on your own, you’re going to need deep pockets, perseverance, a competitive spirit, and a little luck. To get more insight into the situation, we spoke with Weber Logistics’ Chief Executive Officer, Bob Lilja.

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When Will the Chip Shortage End? U.S., EU Spend Billions in Race to Beat China

Supply Chain Brain

Sanctions are causing a shortage of microchips in Russia. Meanwhile, the U.S. and Europe are spending billions in a race to reduce reliance on imports just as China plans to turn itself into a chip powerhouse.

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Questions From High School Student Interested in Supply Chain Management

Talking Logistics

I recently received an email from a high school student looking for advice. Here’s what he wrote: I am a student who wants to get into the supply chain field. I have been accepted to both Michigan State’s and Arizona State’s supply chain programs, but I think a smaller, private school could be a better. Read more Questions From High School Student Interested in Supply Chain Management.

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Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory

The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.

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70 Projects in 39 States to Receive $409 Million from Department of Transportation

NGT News

President Biden and the U.S. Department of Transportation‘s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) have awarded $409.3 million in grants to 70 projects in 39 states to modernize and electrify America’s buses, make bus systems and routes more reliable, and improve their safety. The grants support modernizing and improving the most widespread form of transit in America […].

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Why Benchmarking in Your Supply Chain is Vital?

Logistics Bureau

Supply Chain Benchmarking is one of the best ways to identify cost and service improvement opportunities in your Supply Chain. That is why you need to do it. ?. Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: How to Select the Right KPIs for Supply Chain Benchmarking. KPI Key Performance Indicators in Supply Chain & Logistics.

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The World’s Cargo Ships Are Sailing Into Worse Climate Risks: Report

Supply Chain Brain

Dangerous, expensive disruptions to shipping and many of the world’s roughly 3,700 ports are on the rise along with global temperatures. These events will increasingly threaten the sea routes that convey 80% of traded goods by volume, according to an analysis by Environmental Defense Fund.