WorkWave

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Time To Read: 3 minutes Once novel technologies, GPS, automated systems, and mobile connectivity have long since crossed over into the realm of commonplace in our everyday lives, and this has saturated many business processes as well. Not all businesses are created equal, of course, and WorkWave wanted to understand, specifically, how those sorts of technologies are improving business processes and customer experience among a specific group–HVAC Service Providers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Many proof-of-concept trials are demonstrating potential business benefits for the participants. ARC has examined 24 pilot programs in the aerospace, automotive, chemical, food & beverage, logistics, mining, oil & gas, pharmaceutical and power industries. By examining these PoCs, the primary goal in terms of business value could be determined for each one.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

While there are a lot of buzzwords in the logistics industry, it may be surprising to some but “business strategy” is not among them. Every company needs a strong plan of approach and a method of conducting business that will put them in a more advantageous position. Successful companies understand that good strategy isn’t about just doing better than the “other guy” but also about not hindering themselves in the process.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

download the audio file. [00:22] Opening / Introduction. • Hello everybody, this is Joe Lynch and welcome to The Logistics of Logistics podcast. • Our format will be a little different today, because it’s just me – usually I interview somebody from the logistics or supply chain space, but not today. • Today’s topic is “Logistics Experts Wanted”. • Before we dive into today’s topic, I want to tell you a little about my company and my podcast. [00:47] About The Logistics of Logistics. • At The Log

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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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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Official highway crash data isn't out yet on ELD safety, but some ELD providers say the loss of paper logs have forced drivers to rest more and be safer.

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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Supply chain finance improves cash flow by allowing buyers to optimize their cash conversion cycle by focusing strategically on payment terms with their suppliers.

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Kuebix

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Transportation management systems (TMS) are becoming more widely adopted throughout the industry as these systems become cheaper (or free like Kuebix Free Shipper) and easier to use and implement. But some companies are still on the fence about whether to manage their logistics operations the old-fashioned way with phone calls and spreadsheets or to leverage […].

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Now that ELDs have been in constant use for a year for most fleets and drivers, they are discovering additional gains, both subtle and obvious, gleaned from the devices.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

When you outsource product fulfillment to a third-party logistics company (3PL), you place your trust a nd your customers’ satisfaction in its hands. Yet it’s shocking how many Etailers either have no well-d eveloped program for measuring 3PL fulfillment perform ance or who use their KPIs in name only. That’s what this article is all about.

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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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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

New warehouse technologies are a critical component to keeping pace with the demands of retail distribution.

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Kuebix

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Logistics professionals have their work cut out for them just to get their freight to the customer on time without the added pressure to shop around to find the best deal. At least, that’s the case for folks who are still managing their freight operations in the old-fashioned way, with phone calls to carriers and […]. The post Why You Should Be Comparing Your Freight Rates appeared first on Kuebix.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

A forced regen occurs when soot builds up inside the diesel particulate filter (DPF) to the point that the vehicle is no longer operable. If you haven’t experienced this issue yet, consider yourself lucky.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Supply chain advancements are credited with efficiency improvements within organizations but are often overlooked for their beneficial economic side-effects. For example, supply chain software may contribute more to productivity than traditional measures such as GDP suggest. One example is the Great Moderation. Another is the inability of economic models to capture the rapid improvement of software over time.

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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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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Each week the brewer transports 75,000 liters of alcohol from the creation of its range of no ABV beers to a biofuel producer.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Chief executive officers typically take a back seat when it comes to supply-chain management, but by forging a greater synergy with supply-chain managers, they can take their organizations on a journey toward prolonged success.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Second-gen gasoline powerplant popular for fleet and business vehicles now powers half of most FCA North American light vehicles and has provided a flexible base for further technological advancements.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

When it comes to network design, you can’t just set it and forget it anymore. Today’s successful supply chain networks are adaptable. They react swiftly to changing business conditions and customer needs. They scale quickly when there’s opportunity for growth. But network design as a discipline is complex and most organizations struggle to answer network design questions or test hypotheses in weeks.

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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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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Both government and private sector actors push public companies to embrace this kind of diversity.

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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Earlier this month, UPS Freight, the less-than-truckload subsidiary of Atlanta-based transportation and logistics bellwether UPS announced general rate increases (GRI) that went into effect on February 18. The GRI, which applies to non-contractual less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments rated on the current UPS Freight 525, 560, 570 and 571 tariffs, is 5.9%.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Most truckers should find that ELDs will help earn them more money in the long run with better routes and less detention time.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Transportation optimization tools enable efficient load and route plans in today's high pressure omnichannel and ecommerce distribution environment. The best optimization tools allow companies to look at freight movements holistically, analyzing shipments, rates, and constraints, and ultimately improve decision making. In environments such as the recent capacity crunch, load optimization across all modes can help transportation managers fully load their trucks, which means fewer loads that need

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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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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Supply chain attacks rose by 150% between 2016 and 2017.

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3PL Insights

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is starting to play a big part in our everyday lives. It’s even starting to be integrated into many industries especially supply chain. Fortunately, we don’t have robots walking around thinking for themselves, but we do have some that can be programmed to do what we want. This technology is helping to lower costs, increase productivity, and improve key performance metrics.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

The OEM's first all-electric trucks are debuting in Europe this winter. The Volvo VNR Electric is expected to debut in California later this year.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Vopak, a leading operator of tank terminals, is undergoing a digital transformation. One of their projects occurred at their Savannah terminal. New sensors, machine learning, and optimization drove significant energy savings. The post Achieving Energy Savings through a Digital Transformation: The Vopak Case Study appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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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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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

HR professionals say immigration process and other public policy improvements are needed.

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Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

The technology and processes that are revolutionizing logistics and supply chain operations are helping today’s organizations keep pace with digital commerce.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Freight efficiency isn’t just about using less fuel. It is also about making sure things keep moving from point A to point B on trucks with wheels turning not sitting still.

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