The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Ken Adamo and Joe Lynch discuss a trillion dollars in freight transactions. Ken is the Chief of Analytics at DAT Freight & Analytics. DAT operates the largest truckload freight marketplace in North America. Shippers, brokers, carriers, news organizations and industry analysts rely on DAT for trends and data insights based on a database of $150 billion in annual market transactions.
Shipsta
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
In 2015, nearly a decade ago, I was managing the relationship between Kuehne+Nagel, now the largest air and ocean forwarder in the world, and some of the world's largest companies. Honestly, you're probably reading this on a device one of them makes. These companies set the highest standards for their procurement professionals. But the roles, requirements, and especially skills, required of those same professionals are have evolved enough that it almost feels like a different job.
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Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Third Wave Automation, a provider of autonomous high-reach forklifts, has closed a $27 million Series C funding round led by Woven Capital, Toyota’s growth investment arm. The round also included returning investors Innovation Endeavors, Norwest Venture Partners, and Qualcomm Ventures, bringing Third Wave’s total funding to $97 million. This capital will help scale the company’s Shared Autonomy Platform and expand manufacturing for its TWA Reach forklifts, which integrate AI-driven autonomy with
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, and today, November 1, is T1Day, “a day to raise awareness of type 1 diabetes (T1D) and celebrate the lives of those affected by the disease.” In that spirit, as a member of the Greater New England Breakthrough T1D board, I am kicking off a new video talk show. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (November 1, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Heico Sandee, CEO of Smart Robotics, explores how automation redefines warehouse culture. By shifting repetitive tasks to skill-based roles, automation improves safety, fosters collaboration, and makes warehousing more appealing to today’s workforce.
Overdrive Online
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
FMCSA stated last year its goal of acting on the broker transparency front in the month of October. The agency did not respond to Overdrive queries about apparent delay as the calendar advanced to November.
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NGT News
OCTOBER 31, 2024
In a groundbreaking achievement for hydrogen-powered solutions, Accelera by Cummins has set a Guinness World Records title for the longest distance traveled by a hydrogen fuel cell electric (FCEV) heavy-duty truck without refueling. Accelera’s zero-emissions H2Rescue truck, a Kenworth T370 prototype designed for emergency response missions, completed an 1,806-mile journey on a single fill Oct. […] The post Accelera Hydrogen Vehicle Sets Record for Longest Distance Without Refueling appeare
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
When it came out, ChatGPT seemed like magic. It has led supply chain vendors to discuss how they currently use artificial intelligence. Further, virtually every supplier of supply chain solutions is eager to explain the ongoing investments they are making in artificial intelligence. Any device that can perceive its environment and can take actions that maximize its chance of success at some goal is engaged in some form of artificial intelligence.
West Coast and California Logistics
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
2024 is a landmark year for Weber Logistics, as the company celebrates an incredible 100 years of business. In July, Weber staff, family, and friends gathered to honor this milestone—and to pay tribute to the man whose vision and leadership shaped the company into what it is today: former owner and company chairman, Nick Weber.
Overdrive Online
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
During a conference Q&A, a broker questioned the notion of "innocent" carriers getting double brokered. Isn't it equally both broker and carrier's fault for getting fooled? he asked. Truckers and motor carrier advocates gave him an earful in response.
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Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
The brief strike by East and Gulf Coast dockworkers brought to the fore the ongoing controversy about automation at U.S. ports, and its ultimate impact on human workers.
Trux
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
In the world of hauling and construction, time is money. Every minute a truck is stuck in traffic, waiting on a job site, or lost without clear directions is time and money lost. With tight deadlines and budget constraints, these inefficiencies add up quickly, cutting into profitability and creating frustration for both drivers and dispatchers alike.
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The European Union is investigating Chinese online retailer Temu for potential violations of rules designed to prevent the sale of illegal products. This investigation, launched under the Digital Services Act (DSA), follows complaints from the European Consumer Organisation (BEUC) and its members regarding the platform’s practices, including its game-like reward systems and product recommendation algorithms, which may contribute to addictive user behavior.
Blue Grace Logistics
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
How E-Commerce is Changing Less Than Truckload Shipping Search Search Jason Lockard - November 1, 2024 E-commerce has significantly impacted freight, especially for Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) carriers. As more consumers and businesses move to online platforms for purchases, the shipping industry must adapt to new demands. The rise in smaller, more frequent shipments, alongside the need for faster, more flexible and sustainable deliveries, has pushed LTL carriers to evolve.
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As early as next year, procurement and supply chain operations will begin to adopt AI agents, often called “agentic AI,” to work alongside employees to make and execute decisions with precision across procurement and even the most complex global supply chains. Unlike LLM-based generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, these AI agents do not require prompts from humans.
Truck News
OCTOBER 31, 2024
When the going gets tough, the tough get trucking. I made that up, but you get my point.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Logistics companies will see costs rise because of the increase in minimum wage and contributions employers will need to make to the country’s National Insurance program.
Loginext
OCTOBER 31, 2024
LogiNext leads in fleet management innovation with AI-driven solutions, real-time tracking, and predictive analytics to enhance logistics efficiency. Discover how it reduces costs, optimizes routes, and boosts productivity. The post How LogiNext is Paving the Way for Smarter Fleet Management appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Space freight is becoming more accessible, offering a new dimension for logistics operations. Companies such as Elon Musk’s SpaceX, Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin, Rocket Lab and others are lowering launch costs, with SpaceX achieving approximately $2,600 per kilogram to Low Earth Orbit (LEO), compared to $18,500 per kilogram during the Space Shuttle era.
Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski
Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re frustrated with the complex and manual processes for obtaining bids for your contract and spot freight, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, optimizing these processes is critical to staying competitive and cutting costs. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by strea
Food Logistics
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Personnel updates sees new appointments and promotions at Resilinc, Motiv and more.
Truck News
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Before 1998, things were embarrassing for the trucking industry. There were poorly maintained, dangerous trucks.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade estimates that more than $600,000 million worth of trade has been disrupted in just the first 18 hours of the West Coast work stoppage.
Trinity Logistics
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Trinity Logistics, a leading third-party logistics provider (3PL) offering logistics and supply chain solutions, proudly shares its recognition as a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation by the Women in Trucking Association (WIT) for the sixth consecutive year. This prestigious honor highlights companies that demonstrate a commitment to gender diversity, inclusivity, and career advancement for women in the transportation industry.
Speaker: Paul Heller
Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The partnership between Shipium and ClearJet enhances supply chain efficiency by enabling businesses to achieve nationwide 2-day delivery at ground rates without changing carriers. By integrating ClearJet’s Super Carrier infrastructure, Shipium users gain access to advanced capabilities such as air zone skipping and final-mile carrier injections. This allows shippers to leverage their existing carrier accounts, like FedEx, UPS, or USPS while benefiting from expanded coverage to every U.S.
Bulk Connection
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Shippers ship, receivers receive, and carriers carry. Simple, right? Well, not always. Bulk liquid logistics is a complicated business that can create opportunities for misunderstanding and finger-pointing if and when a problem arises. In this article, we’ll help you avoid these misunderstandings by delineating responsibilities between liquid bulk shippers, receivers, and carriers to see exactly who is (or at least should be) responsible for what.
MTS Logistics
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Several ways to increase cleanliness of your shipments and lessen the migration of pests via cargo and containers have been brought to light by worldwide freight transport. According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, pests are entering the country not just through cargo but also through business shipments and conveyances. There must be efficient strategies deployed to reduce the spread of pests and different stakeholders must contribute in some way.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Elon Musk and other conservative activists blame some of the planemaker's problems with aircraft quality on its decision to add diversity goals to its bonus targets in 2022.
Heico Sandee, Founder & CEO of Smart Robotics, emphasizes the critical role of gripper technology in optimizing pick-and-place robotics. He discusses how tailored grippers enhance precision, speed, and reliability, driving efficiency in warehouses.
3PL Links
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Image source: Pexels | Top 5 Benefits of Outsourcing Logistics to a 3PL Provider In today’s fast-paced and increasingly competitive market, businesses are continually seeking ways to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. One powerful strategy that has gained traction is outsourcing logistics to a third-party logistics (3PL) provider.
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Supply Chain & Logistics News (October 28th – 31st) A day late but, Happy Halloween! According to the S&P Global Market Intelligence Americans are spending upwards of 4.1 billion dollars on Halloween candy this year. This is nearly double the amount from a decade ago and it seems to be in line with the trend of Halloween gaining popularity in the last few years with the help of social media.
Dedola Global Logistics
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
How Hurricanes Cause a Ripple Effect in Global Supply Chains The damage from hurricanes extends far beyond the ports themselves. Global supply chains are intricately connected, and even a small delay in ocean freight shipments can cascade into significant disruptions worldwide. Industries such as automotive, electronics, and retail are particularly vulnerable.
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