DHL to build logistics innovation center in Chicago area
DC Velocity
MAY 30, 2018
First U.S. technology hub will open in 2019, supporting warehouse and transportation platforms such as smart glasses, collaborative robots, and chatbots.
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Past Their Prime: How to Get Around High Amazon Fulfillment Costs
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MAY 29, 2018
It’s just a few weeks before Amazon Prime’s $20 price increase goes into full effect, and according to a recent study from Atherton Research, approximately 60% of Amazon Prime’s 90 million U.S. customers are so unhappy about this prospect they may not renew their memberships. Likely, some of these customers will probably wind up changing their minds.
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10 things to know about personal conveyance
Fleet Owner
JUNE 1, 2018
For the first time in more than 20 years, the federal agency responsible for motor carrier regulation has issued official guidance on personal conveyance.
New Paper in American Journal of Transportation and Logistics
Supply Chain and Logistics
JUNE 1, 2018
My colleague and I and a student recently published a new paper in the American Journal of Transportation and Logistics. You can see it below.
Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry
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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.
New industrial trucks give Bonide's DC operations a lift
DC Velocity
JUNE 1, 2018
As sales boomed, pesticide manufacturer Bonide found itself struggling to keep up with orders. New lift trucks and a warehouse redesign changed all that.
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'Bus and Dump': Drivers expose industry's dirty practice
Fleet Owner
MAY 30, 2018
Drivers share stories of being promised a truck driving job only to be bused to an unfamiliar city, where they are left to fend for themselves.
XPO Logistics announces major investment into its LTL network
Logistics Management
MAY 31, 2018
The investment comes in the form of roughly $90 million, which, XPO said, will go towards 770 new tractors over the course of the remainder of 2018, during which time the units will be integrated into the XPO LTL fleet. These tractors will both replace, and add to, the existing fleet, with the current total number of tractors now at approximately 8,000 in North America, according to XPO.
FMCSA's shift on use of trucks as a personal conveyance a nod to flexibility
DC Velocity
JUNE 1, 2018
Drivers can operate laden vehicles for personal use if they need to find safe, accessible rest stops, agency says.
Tough Environment Continues for Shippers
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 29, 2018
One bright spot, however, is that the hard enforcement of the ELD regulation, based on spot-market data, does not appear to have had a major impact.
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
How can you speed a roadside inspection? Know your ELDs
Fleet Owner
MAY 28, 2018
“We want to get it done just as fast as you do, but we do have a process we have to go through. If you know how to operate the device … the inspection will go smoother for everybody.” - Abe Dunivin with Oregon DOT.
Can Robots Help You Manage Inventory Better?
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 31, 2018
In the United States, 250,000 manufacturing plants and warehouses support the activities of 4 million retail stores and e-commerce websites – and all of these operations carry inventory. But in the warehouses, less than 10 percent are using automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) to manage and move their inventories. That means the vast majority are still using racks and other storage solutions that require a lot of floor space (read: high real estate costs) […].
Three-day inspections will not hamper truck supply chains, CVSA official says
DC Velocity
MAY 30, 2018
Mooney said event no different than what inspectors do all year long.
Cyber Attacks Are Major Risk in New Global Resilience Ranking
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 28, 2018
Cyber risk is just one of the indicators of the index which reflects data related to economics, natural hazards and supply chains, and addresses concerns about business risks including political upheaval, fire and hurricanes. The risk of cyberattack, once overhyped, now threatens businesses’ very existence, according to a recent survey, 2018 FM Global Resilience Index.
Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Regardless of title, everyone on your staff is in sales
Fleet Owner
MAY 30, 2018
Every time a customer or prospect has an interaction with someone on your staff, they are forming an opinion about your business or adding to their existing impression.
Keeping score: How do your carriers measure up?
Transporeon
MAY 30, 2018
Most transportation service providers go to great lengths to do a good job. But do you actually know which carriers are your top performers? Do you have the metrics to determine which carriers provide the best value, volume and efficiency? Or the right details to help carriers identify issues and improve service? Unless you are tracking carrier performance using objective metrics and specific benchmarks, you don’t know what you don’t know.
WiseTech Global acquires TMS vendor SaaS Transportation
DC Velocity
MAY 30, 2018
Australian firm expands U.S. reach with access to LTL shipping sector, WiseTech says.
Making the Case for IC Pneumatic Forklifts
Material Handling and Logistics
JUNE 1, 2018
Meeting Rough-Terrain Challenges. Sponsored by Toyota Material Handling. THE MAINSTAY OF MANY different industrial manufacturing operations, internal combustion (IC) forklifts are in a class of their own when it comes to heavy lifting in any tough environment. Used frequently by manufacturers, shippers, construction firms, ports, and other organizations, IC pneumatic forklifts can handle pallets, shipping containers, and even large pipeline sections.
How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces
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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.
Before diesel switch, learn from peers
Fleet Owner
MAY 30, 2018
When it comes to alternative fuels, fleets often run pilot tests that take time and require significant investment. Why reinvent the wheel? A nonprofit and a group of fleets are sharing experiences and hoping to help in that regard.
UPS set to roll out price hikes for larger parcel packages
Logistics Management
MAY 30, 2018
Effective Tuesday, June 4, UPS will begin to implement rate increases for large packages moving through its parcel network. These charges, which were initially announced by the company last October, call for an increase for Over Maximum Limits and the Oversize Pallet Handling Surcharge to increase by $150, from $500 to $600, as well as s new Shipping Charge Correction Audit Fee.
International air freight to have tradable futures market
DC Velocity
MAY 30, 2018
TAC Holdings establishes platform to remedy pricing "inefficiencies.".
Reusable Corrugated Plastic Box
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 28, 2018
MDI has introduced a reusable, regular-slotted, corrugated plastic container (RSC) designed to help reduce costs associated with breaking down, erecting, storing and disposing of cardboard.
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
Diesel and gas prices continue to climb at pumps across the U.S.
Fleet Owner
MAY 30, 2018
Diesel prices are up by an average of 72 cents per gallon compared to 2017; gasoline is up 56 cents year-over-year, according to Energy Information Administration.
The Business Case For a Modern Warehouse Management System
GlobalTranz
JUNE 1, 2018
Maintaining scalability and efficiency in an omnichannel-driven world is difficult at best. Warehouse managers face constant pressure to move more products, reduce damage, improve order cycle times, boost employee morale, and more. Legacy systems traditionally used for warehouse management are inefficient in the modern era; even systems in the 5- to 10-year age range.
APL enhances new express service with same-day availability at L.A.
DC Velocity
MAY 31, 2018
Cargo discharged quickly on dedicated truck lanes.
Container Unloader
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 30, 2018
Southworth Products Corp. has introduced Parcel Unloaders, which offer a way to get parcels from a wide variety of containers onto conveyors and automated sortation systems.
How Intent Data Helps Marketers Convert A-List Accounts
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
For truck platooning to work, here’s what has to happen
Fleet Owner
MAY 31, 2018
MONTREAL, QUE. Platooning is just one step in truck automation that is expected to boost fuel efficiency and safety for commercial fleets.
Navigating the Transportation Capacity Crunch
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 29, 2018
Just this week, forecasters warned that the 2018 hurricane season could be more active than usual, unfortunately as busy as the stormy 2017 season that brought unprecedented damage to many areas. What does this have to do with the supply chain? Shippers know all too well that the strain on truck capacity and supply chain resources continues to have an impact, and the overall capacity issue will remain for the long-haul.
XPO to acquire 770 tractorsXPO to acquire 770 tractors
DC Velocity
MAY 31, 2018
Price tag put at about $90 million.
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