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Tips on Order Fulfillment for Vitamins and Supplements

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

In 2022, the market for online vitamin and dietary supplement sales is expected to grow to $21 billion , an 8.1 percent year-over-year increase. With the anticipated growth this year and beyond, you need a fulfillment partner that can help you keep up with volumes ? and ensure the latest operational practices.

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Top Trucking and Land Transport Trends to Watch in 2022

Now, That's Logistics

With the national recovery in full swing, e-commerce sales growing and consumer spending all remaining steady through 2021, demand for trucking and land transport is extremely high right now. Concurrently, driver shortages, a lack of equipment and persistent supply chain shortages are impacting the smooth flow of commerce. These and other factors drove up freight rates and created capacity crunches that flowed right into 2022.

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The SwanLeap Story with Brad Hollister

The Logistics of Logistics

The SwanLeap Story with Brad Hollister. Brad Hollister and Joe Lynch discuss the SwanLeap story. Brad is the Co-Founder and former Chief Executive Officer of SwanLeap , a leading transportation, consulting, and technology firm specializing in supply chain best practices and cost reduction strategies. About Brad Hollister. Brad Hollister is the Co-Founder and former Chief Executive Officer of SwanLeap.

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Most Popular Logistics Stories from 2021

Logistics Viewpoints

Last week, Clint Reiser published an article highlighting our 2022 supply chain predictions. While we have published predictions about supply chain technology trends at the beginning of the year in past years. This year we have decided to lead with our predictions about the broader supply chain function. While we look ahead to the future, I think it is also important to look back on the year that was.

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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 Retail Supply Chain is Hot Hot Hot

Logistics Management

Amid shortages and disruptions, e-commerce orders are on fire at the same time as brick-and-mortar sales are heating up. Retailers are looking to technology and innovative strategies to keep up.

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Fulfillment Success with Steve Shebuski

The Logistics of Logistics

Fulfillment Success with Steve Shebuski. Steve Shebuski and Joe Lynch discuss fulfillment success. Steve is he Vice President of Digital Strategy at Blue Horseshoe , part of Accenture, a company that helps companies reimage fulfillment operations to align with business goals, address market trends, and meet customer demands. About Steve Shebuski. Steve Shebuski is the Vice President of Digital Strategy at Blue Horseshoe , part of Accenture.

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US importers using box ships to store cargo

Supply Chain and Logistics

US importers are not so worried about cargo waiting offshore to be unloaded.

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Port Tracker report targets a return to normal for U.S.-bound import volumes

Logistics Management

A return to normalcy, as it relates to import levels, is expected in 2022, following a 2021, which ostensibly saw new United States-bound import numbers on a near monthly basis, according to the most recent edition of the Port Tracker Report, which was issued today by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and maritime consultancy Hackett Associates.

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Supply Chain Software Startup to Turn Unicorn

Logistics Viewpoints

A FarEye Webinar Highlighted their Approach to Last Mile. FarEye expects to turn unicorn within next 6 to 12 months based on their growth and the valuation recent equity investments have accorded the company. A unicorn is a startup that is privately-owned with a valuation exceeding $1 billion. Crunchbase reports that $150.7 million has been invested in the company.

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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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Product Returns: Another Moment of Truth

Talking Logistics

I’ve said in the past that last-mile delivery is a new moment of truth, a moment where you can further delight your customer and strengthen your brand reputation, or a moment where you can potentially lose a customer for life. But is it the last moment of truth? Not if you need to return an. Read more Product Returns: Another Moment of Truth. The post Product Returns: Another Moment of Truth appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Global Supply Chains Brace for Impact as Omicron Reaches China

Supply Chain Brain

An omicron outbreak in China is sending jitters through supply chains as manufacturers and shippers brace for disruption inside the world’s-biggest trading nation if it can’t contain the fast-spreading variant.

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2022 Rate Outlook: Up, Up, and Away

Logistics Management

Irrespective of mode, rates will be escalating, with carriers controlling capacity and exercising leverage like never before. Given the shortage of manpower and labor pools across the spectrum of global logistics, managers will be struggling this year.

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This Week in Logistics News (January 8 – 14)

Logistics Viewpoints

Robots are everywhere these days, from warehouses to stores to even restaurants. And while there are some concerns about whether robots will take the place of their human counterparts in a number of industries, the owners of a restaurant employing four robot servers said it is a resounding “no.” Amy, Ella, Will, and Josh are robot servers at Robotazia, a restaurant in Milton Keynes, UK.

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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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FMC probe into D&D claim against Hapag-Lloyd could set industry precedent – The Loadstar

Supply Chain and Logistics

This Detention and Demurrage claim filed by a carrier against Hapag-Lloyd could be interesting to watch. All this activity takes place at the Port of Long Beach and nearby.

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The Definitive Guide to Warehouse Management

Supply Chain Brain

Distributors and third-party logistics providers are faced with competitive pressures due to higher customer expectations, higher costs and lack of available people, transportation and space resources. But how do supply chain leaders eliminate these challenges?

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UPS CEO Tomé urges logisticians to take “totally different perspective” post-COVID

Logistics Management

UPS CEO Carol Tomé discussed issues that will shape 2022 and beyond during the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s State of American Business video conference on January 11. Issues she covered included economic trends and global competition to policy challenges and opportunities.

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4 ways that 3PLs can help with supply chain optimization in 2022

West Coast and California Logistics

Now that logistics disruptions have become the new normal, at least temporarily, U.S. companies have been reevaluating their supply chains, seeking optimization in both the short and long term. In this article, we’ll look at supply chain optimization efforts that companies are currently undertaking and explain how third-party logistics (3PL) providers can help.

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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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At the very top of his game: Owner-Operator of the Year Bryan Smith strikes family, work, community balance with perseverance

Overdrive Online

With as close a handle on costs as it's possible to have, owner-op Bryan Smith did very well in 2021 despite significant cost inflation. His business acumen is built on an exemplary career with a work-life balance successfully struck.

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Berkshire Grey Helps E-Commerce Retailers Solve the $120 Billion Returns Problem

Supply Chain Brain

Berkshire Grey Inc., a provider of AI-enabled robotic solutions that automate supply chain processes, introduced its Reverse Logistics solution to help retailers accelerate the resale of returned goods and improve labor utilization in the returns process.

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Retail sales finish 2021 on solid footing, reports Commerce and NRF

Logistics Management

United States retail sales ended 2021 with a sequential decline and an annual gain, while holiday season retail sales, for the months of November and December, were very strong, according to data respectively issued today by the United States Department of Commerce and the National Retail Federation (NRF).

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Thought Leadership Updates with David Buss

Now, That's Logistics

“If you are in the logistics industry, then you’re in the right place. Every week I’ll be bringing you the latest insight from our profession. This is not just the latest news, but how it will influence your logistics, so you can stay one step ahead and make the most of it. Let’s work smarter, not harder.”. David Buss, CEO of DB Schenker, USA. January Updates | Week 1.

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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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How to mitigate maintenance/repair backlogs and inevitable costly downtime

Overdrive Online

Gary Buchs relays a tale from an owner-operator unable to source 5W40 synthetic oil for service at one of the biggest shops in the country, along the way underscoring tried-and-true, and novel, strategies toward dealing with today's myriad disruptions.

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Can Consumer Brands and Retailers ‘Out-Amazon’ Amazon.com?

Supply Chain Brain

Is it possible for both established retail brands and e-commerce newcomers to beat Amazon.com at its own game?

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AIT Worldwide Logistics opens up new L.A.-based West Coast headquarters

Logistics Management

Company officials said that this new full-service facility, at which more than 100 AIT staffers will work, is comprised of various offerings for its shipper-customers, including: customs clearance, transloading, warehousing and special services for the food, high-tech and life sciences industries, among others.

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Vicinity Motor Integrates Proterra Battery Technology into EV Buses and Trucks

NGT News

Vicinity Motor Corp., a North American supplier of commercial electric vehicles (EV), and Proterra Inc., a commercial vehicle electrification technology company, are collaborating to power Vicinity’s electric transit buses and work trucks with Proterra’s industry-leading battery technology. Under a new, multi-year supply agreement, Proterra battery systems will power the Vicinity Lightning 28-foot electric transit bus […].

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What Your Order Management System Should Be Doing

To continue scaling your omnichannel business, you need to manage a lot of orders across a lot of different channels and marketplaces. Some brands do this by hand. Some try to force their ERP to manage it. Others rely on a complex system of cross-referencing the dashboards of their various channels. None of these is an effective or sustainable solution.

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Qualcomm Drives to Platforms for In-Car Innovations

IoT World Today

In addition to various companies noting the convergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI), CES 2022 last week highlighted how integrated much of the market is becoming. While automakers and various innovative ventures have been working to develop fully autonomous vehicles, time has proven the task to be much more complex than initially perceived, for a host of reasons.

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Smart Fleets, Driver Rights: What’s Coming for Trucking in 2022

Supply Chain Brain

Creative problem-solving, with help from modern technology, will help stabilize U.S. trucking and move the industry forward.

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Supreme Court sinks Biden’s vaccine mandate for large employers

Logistics Management

By a 6-3 margin with all six conservative judges ruling in tandem, the Supreme Court issued a much-anticipated decision against the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) “vaccine or test” Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS).

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