Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 14, 2023

Last week, I sat down to speak with Chris Jones, Executive Vice President, Industry and Services at Descartes Systems Group about sustainable home delivery. First, why is there so much interest in sustainability and home delivery? Second, do you see consumers increasing online buying and have it delivered to the home?

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Stord

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Doug King and Dan Klenkar bring 35+ years of collective industry experience to Stord to continue its accelerated trajectory and deliver exceptional customer experiences for DTC and omnichannel brands. Having spent more than 15 years at QVC, Doug helped build one of the largest home delivery networks in the United States from the ground up.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 1, 2022

About Nick Jensen. He’s been in the freight industry for 10 years and has touched everything from carrier sales to customer operations to account management. The industry today has changed dramatically from when he started, and that’s what excites him the most. About Loadsmart.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 19, 2021

Mike Temple and Joe Lynch talk about the new logistics workforce. About Mike Temple. Mike has worked with small to medium-size business owners in the logistics and franchise industries for 10+ years. Mike has worked with small to medium-size business owners in the logistics and franchise industries for 10+ years.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 20, 2022

About Jon Payne. About Loadsmart. Flatbed Messenger eliminates empty miles by matching Home Depot’s dedicated capacity to Loadsmart shippers who need flatbed services. With reliable contracts shippers are less likely to be forced in the spot rate market and Loadsmart has an incentive to meet the target price.

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WorkWave

JANUARY 4, 2022

These past few years haven’t been “regular” to say the least, yet they’ve shaped the industry into where it is today and guided the future of this fast-paced industry. Check out the top 10 food industry trends for 2022 that you need to know about: Seamless Take-Out & Delivery Operations. Just don’t forget about them.

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GoShip Blog

APRIL 8, 2024

The prefab home industry is witnessing a remarkable surge, driven by the appeal of faster construction times and cost efficiency. At the heart of this growing trend lies a critical challenge: efficiently shipping prefab home materials across the nation. And with prefab homes, timing is everything.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 9, 2023

About Dan Gilmore. Earlier in his career, he led the implementation of two major WMS projects for Forte Industries. About Softeon. Maximize profitability while meeting customer service commitments. Learn More About Understanding Distributed Order Management. Dan on LinkedIn. Softeon LinkedIn. Softeon Clients.

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WorkWave

MAY 10, 2023

He shared valuable insights about his experience utilizing Service by WorkWave’s new and improved dashboard. Dashboards can be incredibly useful for home service businesses, providing them with a centralized platform to monitor and manage all aspects of their business. Which metrics appear on a home service dashboard?

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

In this post, we’ll do a deep dive into less-than-truckload (LTL) industry trends to watch for 2022, and highlight actions that shippers should consider to guide their strategy throughout the year. LTL Industry Macro Trends. Three Factors Shaping the LTL Industry. Use expedited service. Leverage regional LTL networks.

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Now, That's Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

In November 2021 (the most recent data available), the supply of homes for sale nationwide as a percentage of occupied residential inventory remained near historic lows at 1.19 That means just 119 in every 10,000 homes were for sale, much lower than the historical average of 2.5%, according to HousingWire Magazine.

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Locus

MAY 21, 2023

Want to find out key strategies to meet customer expectations in deliveries? Want to know more about delivery-linked checkout? If there are some delivery exceptions, the fleet tracking software should clearly update the customers about the reason for those exceptions. This would reduce the chances of failed or missed deliveries.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Beer and food industries are particularly affected by the shortages of aluminum cans as most customers prefer take-home packaging. Aluminum is preferred in various industries due to its lightweight and high recycling rate. About 73% of the aluminum cans in the US come from recycled scrap.

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Carter Logistics

JULY 29, 2020

Covid-19 has changed not only our industry, but every industry across the globe. We sat down for a Q&A with Ted Bowley, our Sales Manager for the Southeast region, to talk about how he is coping with the pandemic and how it has changed his B2B selling approach. Obviously, face-to-face meetings are out.

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ShipLilly

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

According to information obtained from at least three executives from some of the largest container lines, there is a concerted effort to meet the surprisingly high demand from US shippers. Within the industry, ocean carriers started to cancel sailings; particularly during the first two quarters of 2020. Market Dynamics.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2022

An independent expert-led commission on the future of industrial land has warned that a chronic shortage of space in London and rocketing rents for industrial premises risks damaging the city’s economy and hindering its ability to service the needs of the population.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 4, 2021

About Mike Bradburn. All the while, Mike would purchase old fixer-upper homes and remarket them – long before it was the chic thing to do! Mike also worked on several of his own real estate projects including building an office and retail complex, 28 luxury condominiums, a mini-storage facility, and a few residential homes.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 11, 2022

About Ben Gordon. Thousands of people have died and millions of Ukrainians have been driven from their homes. To do this, those of us in the supply chain industry must step up! Learn More About The Ukraine Logistics Coalition. Benjamin Gordon is the Founder and Managing Partner of Cambridge Capital. Ben Gordon.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 26, 2021

E-commerce has shaken the retail industry’s logistics approach, as Amazon’s model dramatically altered consumer expectations in a phenomenon now known as the “ Amazon Effect ”. Under orders to stay home, much of the world turned to online retailers like Amazon for shopping that was previously done locally and in person.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 18, 2024

Most floor brokers land in the industry almost by accident. But once you enter the industry, it is nearly impossible to leave. They often take home commission checks — which are based on how they meet certain KPIs or metrics — once or twice per month. But it’s not just about the money.

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

We are hearing today a great deal about a “freight recession”, but what exactly is a freight recession? This typically means that both freight volumes and tender rejections are low, suggesting overcapacity in the industry. We hear a lot about a trucking recession but what are the root causes?

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Like so many conferences, the 2020 Home Delivery World pivoted to a virtual format in reaction to COVID-19 fears. Through the use of Swapcard, an event and networking app, attendees were able to connect with exhibitors and stay abreast of scheduled sessions, events, meeting requests, and more. Time To Read: 3 minutes.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2015

This sounds like a comparison to warring civilizations; however, this concept remains applicable to the manufacturing industry of modernity. Yet, many politicians, economic analysts, and skilled workers continue a call to arms to save the stereotypes of an archaic manufacturing industry. Where Are the Workers?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Amazon abandons autonomous home-delivery robot. Autonomous mobile robots have moved beyond the warehouse and are in the process of testing home deliveries. Amazon is shutting down tests of its home delivery robot, the latest sign that the e-commerce giant is starting to wind down experimental projects amid slowing sales growth.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Theme 2: Online buying will fuel home delivery growth, challenges and new strategies. Consumers’ appetite for ecommerce and home delivery continued to grow in 2022 but has been tempered by high inflation in the latter half of the year. 2030 call: Retailers will embrace sustainability for home delivery. Somewhat nailed it.

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Radius Logistics

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Meet Mundo! Mundo has been working in Logistics since 2013, and has obtained his Industrial Engineering Degree and MBA. Tell us a bit more about what you do here! What is your favourite thing about working at Radius? What is your favourite thing about working at Radius? Mundo is our new Logistics Coordinator.

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Now, That's Logistics

JUNE 6, 2022

Originated by the National Safety Council in 1996, the month is for spreading awareness of safety hazards and unintentional injuries for industrial workers in the US. Provides insights into the history of industrial safety. It offers a detailed timeline of the development of labor laws in different industries.

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The Lean Thinker

MARCH 23, 2023

My intent with this post is to spark a conversation about whether it is time to adjust what we teach people to say when they are teaching TWI Job Relations. Background TWI stands for Training Within Industry, a program developed during WWII by the U.S. People with no industrial experience were joining the workforce.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

More Resources Home November 7, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market. Indeed, Asia – N.

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3PL Links

MAY 14, 2024

This industry, after all, handles its own set of difficulties and chances to grow. Read also: Everything You Need to Know About Smart Warehousing 5 Logistics Tips for E-Commerce Companies: Tips to Stand Out in the Market 1. This option is perfect for those who are unable to receive the products at home owing to timing constraints.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 3, 2024

I was hoping that my news roundup would lead off with a comment about Boston sports going two for two in the playoffs. So it all rested on the shoulders of the Bruins, coming off a lackluster performance on Tuesday night where they could have wrapped up the series at home.

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Radius Logistics

APRIL 9, 2018

Tell us about yourself… My husband and I have a wonderful toddler son, and we enjoy camping, hiking, adventuring, and playing all sorts of sports. I am really enjoying being in this new role because training & development is what I am passionate about. What do you love most about your job? It is a great place to work.

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Several industry experts, including Andy Moses, senior vice president of sales and solutions for Penske Logistics , Kathleen Smith, vice president of business development and real estate for Norfolk Southern Corp., increase in the parcel and last-mile segment from e-commerce and home delivery growth. Walmart launched their Go Local.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Weller says that “until the Industrial Revolution, 150 years ago, we have lived our entire evolutionary history outdoors all day, every day. Even if they’re eco-conscious, many say they don’t have the resources to meet the tracking and reporting demands. Our families deserve to know we’ll come back home the same way as we went in.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The London team has welcomed five new members in 2022, with the office also homing the global Private Capital Raising team. The new offices include desk capacity for 30 people, nine meeting rooms of varying sizes as well as a breakout space to accommodate 26. Prologis closer to customers.

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Envase Technologies

JULY 29, 2022

Every day, we come into work looking for a way to improve the lives of people in our industry. Whether it be our customers or people we haven’t had the pleasure of meeting yet, our purpose is to support, guide, and empower individuals in our industry to succeed, not only in business, but in life. We are fueled by people.

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Radius Logistics

JUNE 18, 2018

Tell us about yourself…. When I have free time at home I like to spend time working with hobby automobiles. Tell me more about your previous experience? I have worked in IT for 20 + years, with 15 in the trucking industry. I have seen tremendous growth in technology in this industry. Contact us today!

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