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Toyota Forklifts introduces new heavy-duty trucks

DC Velocity

New adjustable wheelbase forklifts can lift 15,000 to 80,000 pounds, adds safety and confidence when handling large, bulky, and oddly shaped loads like machinery, the company says.

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Will the Freight Industry Move to a Discounted Pricing Model Like the Stock Brokerage Industry?

The Logistics of Logistics

Will freight brokerage pricing evolve toward a discounted, transparent fee model like stock brokerage pricing? To answer that question, let’s examine some of the similarities between the two industries. The Evolution from Full-Service to Discount Stock Brokers. Back in the 70’s and 80’s full-service stock brokerages dominated the industry. The industry leaders, like Merrill Lynch, E.F Hutton, etc. were household names and even though most people didn’t invest through stock brokers, we all knew w

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Drivers and fleets respond: The common refrain in HOS complaints

Fleet Owner

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Hours of Service (HOS) regulations are flawed, say many truck drivers, dispatchers and fleet managers, because the rules don't allow the flexibility that trucking in its many forms requires.

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When Choosing 3PL Warehouse KPIs, More Isn’t Always Better

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

If your company used just a few KPIs to measure your 3PL warehouse performance, which would you choose – and why? It’s a hugely important question, because when it comes to setting these criteria, many companies are guilty of metrics overkill.

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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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Robots carry the load for 3PLs

DC Velocity

Once dismissed as too expensive for fulfillment work, robots are rolling into third-party warehouses and taking operations to the next level.

More Trending

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Reducing liability is good, but keeping people safe should be primary goal

Fleet Owner

The worst time to realize your fleet’s safety program doesn’t measure up is when you’re answering attorneys’ questions in court or at a deposition. Yet, even the best companies can find themselves in that uncomfortable position.

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Is Uber Freight a Going Concern?

Logistics Viewpoints

Is Uber Freight a going concern? Recent losses at the company, the shut down of UberRush, and the loss of key executives makes this a valid question. Experienced logistics executives are not surprised. The post Is Uber Freight a Going Concern? appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Can IT help the shipping industry deep-six the container "no-show" problem?

DC Velocity

Better visibility, forecasting, and ironclad digital contracts are all in play in a bid to end the vicious cycle.

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Employers Can Stop Workplace Bullying When They Know How

Material Handling and Logistics

The recent focus on sexual harassment renews interest in tackling this related behavior.

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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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Enforcing the ELD mandate

Fleet Owner

Law enforcement faces its own challenges as trucking transitions to the electronic age.

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The Top 25 Trucking and Less Than Truckload (LTL) Companies in 2017

Logistics Management

The top trucking companies planning big investments and more strategic operations geared to serve shippers in a roaring freight environment—one that’s being driven by a booming economy and a tight labor market.

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Teamsters council in New England urges ABF members to reject contract proposal

DC Velocity

Offer would be major haircut to worker pensions, Joint Council 10 leader says.

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US Economy Still Growing But at Slower Pace

Material Handling and Logistics

”Consumption, described as production and employment, continues to expand, with indications that labor and skill shortages are affecting production output,” said Timothy R. Fiore, Chair of the Institute for Supply Management. Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in March, and the overall economy grew for the 107th consecutive month, say the nation's supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report on Business.

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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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Fleet Owner promotes Neil Abt to Editorial Director, taps Michael Catarevas

Fleet Owner

Fleet Owner vice president and group publisher Reggie Lawrence has announced Neil Abt's promotion to Editorial Director. Abt succeeds Sean Kilcarr, who is leaving to pursue another business opportunity.

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Machine Learning in Today’s Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Logistics Viewpoints

While speaking with a number of WMS product managers, I began to notice that machine learning was called out as a focal point for WMS product development efforts. In general, machine learning is a hot topic in the world of supply chain technologies. Just last week, Chris Cunnane wrote about machine learning for transportation execution. And Steve Banker recently wrote about Vecna Robots use of machine learning to improve its vision system.

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Fetch Robotics adds two models for material handling operations

DC Velocity

CartConnect and RollerTop robots can be integrated into any warehouse workflow, Fetch says.

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Battling the Amazon Effect

Material Handling and Logistics

In an effort to address consumer tastes, manufacturers are focusing on demand sensing and data science to improve forecasting.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

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.

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Networking makes a tough job easier

Fleet Owner

Fleet maintenance is a tough job, especially when problems arise. As a director of maintenance or a shop manager, it’s easy to feel like you have a target on your back.

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The Robots are Coming to the Warehouse Dock

Logistics Management

From AGVs to exoskeleton suits, the robotics on today’s warehouse and DC docks aim to help shippers operate more efficiently in an increasingly competitive distribution environment. Robotics in the loading dock, Automatic Guided Vehicles in the loading dock, Drones for loading dock management, Exoskeletons for loading and unloading freight.

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Video offers tips on dock safety

DC Velocity

Animated short looks at common hazards as well as protective measures.

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Trucking Companies Tackle Recruiting, Retention

Material Handling and Logistics

Tactics include investing in training and development, raising pay and giving out performance-based bonuses.

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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

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Top 5 benefits of using premium diesel

Fleet Owner

Additives are the feature that separates premium from standard-grade diesel, extending the life of both the fuel and the engine.

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34th Annual Salary Survey: Salary growth slows, tasks soar

Logistics Management

As companies continue to search for the next generation of logistics management talent, the existing workforce is being asked to deliver more than ever before. While our survey respondents aren’t griping about the workload, they maintain that new challenges require more resources.

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Phillips Industries introduces device that confirms a tractor/trailer electrical connection

DC Velocity

Phillips Industries, a manufacturer of electrical and air brake system components, has introduced a device that confirms an electrical connection between a tractor and trailer.

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Tucking Companies Tackle Recruiting, Retention

Material Handling and Logistics

Tactics include investing in training and development, raising pay and giving out performance-based bonuses.

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How Intent Data Helps Marketers Convert A-List Accounts

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.

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LEAD ATA accepting applications for trucking leadership program

Fleet Owner

Program provides educational opportunities to up-and-coming industry professionals to learn more about their association, the regulatory and legislative process the role ATA plays in influencing those processes.

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The Challenges & Steps in Procuring a Full Truckload as a Shipper

GlobalTranz

As a shipper, it can be hard to procure full truckloads, and small and mid-sized shippers suffer from an exacerbated version of this problem. Shippers face tightening capacity, higher rates, and demanding consumers, and procuring a full truckload may be the last thing on their minds. In reality, procuring a full truckload as a small or mid-sized shipper comes with unique challenges.

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XPO patrols parking lots with security robot

DC Velocity

Knightscope robot monitors employees' parking lot at Atlanta facility.

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