GlobalTranz

JANUARY 30, 2017

There is probably no better way to describe augmented reality than with Pokemon Go. Augmented reality turns your surrounding into an interactive realm that could be in the form of a game or anything else that is objective-based. It will add a touch of digital elements, objects, and another alluring glamor to make the experience more enjoyable. Before 2016, augmented reality in manufacturing has been nothing more than a pipedream.

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Insight Into Action

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

Each shipment of consumer electronics could hold goods worth millions even billions: their loss undermining the market and badly bruising your bottom line. However, the costs of cargo theft go beyond the simple loss of product, with interruptions to the supply chain, supporting customer services, criminal investigations, and increased insurance all draining potential profit.

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The Logistics Academy

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

An employee at a Tmall (formerly Taobao Mall) logistic centre in Suzhou, Jiangsu province. Tmall is operated by Alibaba in China. Photo: Reuters. Worth S$3 trillion a year, local logistics sector lacks glamour but makes up for it in sheer heft. HONG KONG — Couriers and hulking warehouses are to China’s US$600 billion (S$852 billion) e-commerce sector what shovels were to the gold rush: The crucial element of a rapidly growing industry.

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Apparel Logistics

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

Freight costs are some of the most significant expenses that all apparel brands incur. Accordingly, it makes sense to analyze shipping fees when you're tightening your clothing business budget. Consider the following strategies to reduce your freight costs without compromising the customer service for which you're known. Negotiate Lower Freight Rates.

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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 1, 2017

We invite you to register and attend our educational webinar titled, “Why Supply Chain Leaders are Using Big Data Analytics” presented on Feb. 28, 2017, at 11:00 am ~ 12:00 pm CST. You can register by visiting [link]. Supply chain industry leaders have access to more information today than ever before in history. Thanks to data gathering programs, supply chain software, and data entry applications, this represents a mountain of data, which has the potential to provide groundbreaking insight in

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Mazars Ledger

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

Storing goods or inventory has a monthly cost, which depends solely on how long we expect that product to remain… The post Dead Storage: The Unknown Profit Killer appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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The Logistics Academy

JANUARY 30, 2017

Food producers, distributors, and retailers need to ensure safe procedures are in place to protect the food they handle. These supply chain partners need to implement inventory best practices to guarantee SKUs are in the right store or facility at the right time to better meet customer service requirements. Inventory positioning is not guesswork. Instead, producers, distributors, and retailers should use data-driven analysis to ensure inventory is available and correctly positioned for orders to

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3PL Insights

JANUARY 29, 2017

I’ve got a few exciting things going on right now so here’s a quick update… Establishing a Product Management Function. Through my work at SiriusDecisions, I’ve been helping several organizations that are setting up product management for the first time. Interestingly, in most of these cases, the challenge wasn’t convincing the organization that product management was needed — the problem was exactly how to go about setting up the new function.

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DC Velocity Reverse Logistics

JANUARY 29, 2017

Guest Post by Kandis Wyatt, Associate Professor at American Public University RFID technology is currently utilized at many Disney Theme Parks, and yes, some call it magic, but it is RFID technology. The customer is given a wristband that is read when you pass by a RFID reader. Using the.

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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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Mazars Ledger

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

The current landscape in US manufacturing is changing rapidly. US manufacturing has declined over the past few decades, as the… The post The Next Generation of Manufacturing in America appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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PINC

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Based on our independent research, the productivity of today’s complex warehouse and manufacturing operations will be impacted by the following inefficiencies in yards: 1. Delayed shipments to and from the warehouse 2. Lack of shipment and trailer visibility needed for efficient shuttling between plant and distribution centers 3. Inability to locate empties to meet outbound load schedules 4.

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Freightera

JANUARY 31, 2017

Please share this infographic on you site by copying and pasting the code below: Source: The Green Future of Freight – An infographic by the team at Freightera. 1. FREIGHT SHIPPING EMISSIONS TODAY. CO2 Emissions – in grams/tonne/km. Trucks: 47. Trains: 18. Cargoships: 6. Planes: 560. Heavy-duty trucks account for the dominant share of all logistics-related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissons: Road freight: 57%.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 31, 2017

For years, policy discussions about America’s technological innovation-driven, high-tech economy have focused on just a few. iconic places, such as the Route 128 tech corridor around Boston, Massachusetts; Research Triangle Park in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, North Carolina; Austin, Texas; Seattle, Washington; and, of course, California’s white-hot Silicon Valley.

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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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Freightera

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

We brought in hundreds of new lanes connecting major cities in Canada. Rates between Vancouver and other cities in Canada have just declined again, compared to previous rates in the system. Examples include (in CAD) – Updated Feb 3, 2017 : Vancouver to Alma, QC. Previous best rate: $313.75. New Best Rate: $189.50. Vancouver to Arnprior, ON. Previous best rate: $263.64.

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Freightera

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

Freightera just brought in over 1000 new lanes connecting major cities in Canada. Rates between Toronto and many cities in the West and Prairies have just declined another 69% of the best rates previously in the system. Examples include (in CAD) – Updated Feb 3, 2017: Toronto to Whitehorse, YT. Previous best rate: $836.89. New Best Rate: $261.86.

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Freightera

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

Hundreds of new lanes connecting Edmonton to other cities in Canada are in! These rates have just declined again. Examples of new rates include (in CAD$) – Updated Feb 3, 2017 : Edmonton to Montreal QC. Previous best rate:$127.54. New Best Rate:$124.85. We update these rates on a weekly basis. Check our rates here. If you’re a new shipper, we invite you to sign up here for free to have instant access to 5 billion+ freight rates in Canada, USA, and cross-border.

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Freightera

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

We updated hundreds of new lanes which connect major cities in Canada. Freight shipping rates between Montreal QC and other cities in Canada have declined recently. Here are a few examples (in CAD$) – Updated Feb 3, 2017 : Montreal to Chilliwack BC. Previous best rate: $376.20. New Best Rate: $202.69. Check for new rates as we update them regularly or sign up for free and get access to over 5 billion freight rates in Canada, USA, & cross-border.

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Freightera

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

We updates our system with new lanes connecting major cities in Canada, including Calgary AB. Rates have declined. Here are examples of rate updates from Calgary (in CAD$) – Updated Feb 3, 2017 : Calgary to Moose Jaw, SK. Previous best rate: 265.60. New Best Rate: $182.43. New rates are in every week, so don’t hesitate to check our rates in our system.

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Freightera

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Freightera continues to build the freight transportation marketplace with a mission to transform the whole industry, releases the Green Future of Freight infographic. . Vancouver, BC Jan 30, 2017. Freightera, the Expedia-like freight shipping marketplace, continues to work on its mission to transform freight transportation from a large polluter to clean and sustainable industry.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

Transportation management technology evolved throughout 2016. Our predictions focused on using new technologies and best practices to correct inefficiencies and problems. But, the true scope of change and focus went a bit further than expected. Let’s look at how supply chain entities have tapped the untold resources of the Internet of Things (IoT), where processes stand with the FAST Act and why collaboration became king.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

At Cerasis , the topic of Amazon and its impact on logistics and manufacturing comes up often. Amazon is taking a major share from every company involved in the global supply chain. Dan Gilmore, Editor of Supply Chain Digest, may have described it best as “ the Relentless Amazon Assault on Everything.”. So, we must re-evaluate how we view Amazon’s impact on supply chains.

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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

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