Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 28, 2024
In a July 2024 survey of our Indago supply chain research community and Alpega customers, almost three quarters of the respondents (72%) said that integrating a large “open network” of vetted and trusted carriers with a transportation management system (TMS) would be either “Extremely Beneficial” or “Very Beneficial.” That’s not surprising given that the transportation.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 28, 2024
According to research by Ernst & Young LLP, the global consulting firm, as the Covid crisis recedes, supply chain executives are losing the strategic gains they made with their C-suite counterparts. During and immediately after the pandemic, supply chain leaders were in an unfamiliar position: they had the attention of top management and a once-in-a-generation opportunity to make their supply chains more agile and resilient.
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The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Dave Romanchuk and Joe Lynch discuss the right tech stack for brokers. Dave is the Director of Product Management at Revenova, the industry’s exclusive provider of CRM-powered transportation management systems (TMS) for freight brokers, 3PL/4PLs, carriers and shippers. About Dave Romanchuk Dave Romanchuk is the Director of Product Management at Revenova.
Shipsta
OCTOBER 22, 2024
In late 2021, I (together with the rest of the freight world) witnessed Trans-Pacific ocean freight rates skyrocket to $20,000 per FEU, up from $1,500 just 18 months earlier. This unprecedented volatility wasn’t an exception.
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.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 24, 2024
5000 developers are working on product enhancements and extensions to the SAP spend management suite. This is the largest area of investment for the company outside of ERP. With that level of investment, one would expect an aggressive product buildout. At SAP Spend Connect Live, held October 14-16 in Las Vegas, SAP did make several significant product announcements.
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Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 27, 2024
Here are three things that smart manufacturers are doing to improve the work-life balance of employees, eliminate "gray work," and fill labor gaps.
Overdrive Online
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Research conducted by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine looked at how truck driver pay and methods of pay impact driver safety and retention. In doing so, questions were raised about the industry's "driver shortage" assertions.
Trux
OCTOBER 25, 2024
In the construction industry, time is valuable, and nowhere is this more evident than in hauling operations. Every minute that a truck sits idle or is delayed can lead to wasted resources and inflated costs. For many contractors, traditional hauling methods don’t provide the real-time visibility needed to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 23, 2024
While Boeing’s latest 35% pay offer was a bump from its initial 25% increase, workers are still angered by the failure to reinstate their defined-benefit pension plan.
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Commercial Carrier Journal
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Tesla claims its electric semi trucks are hardware capable of using the company's Autopilot suite of driver assistance features and FSD, but the system has not yet been deployed for its rigs.
Women in Trucking
OCTOBER 23, 2024
What are the top concerns in the trucking industry today? The economy, truck parking, lawsuit abuse reform, insurance cost and availability, and battery electric vehicles, according to the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) , a trucking research organization, which recently released its 20th annual Top Industry Issues report that identifies the trucking industry’s leading concerns.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 25, 2024
October 21st – 24th Supply Chain & Logistics News Round Up This past week, I returned to the Tampa Bay Area to visit family and see the lasting effects of back-to-back hurricanes. Words cannot fully capture the extent of the devastation left behind, and it will take months for the surrounding counties to recover from the aftermath in Milton and Helene.
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Do you still wear a mask? There is an older gentleman who goes to my gym. He still wears a mask. But it’s always on his chin. It doesn’t cover his mouth and nose at all. When people walk up to him to chat, he doesn’t pull it up. He keeps it there, on his. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 25, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 23, 2024
As negotiations between the ILA and USMX continue, the issue of automation at ports remains a point of contention.
Commercial Carrier Journal
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Load One, a leading ground expedited transportation provider, has strengthened its position by acquiring Tri-State Expedited Service.
Freightos
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home October 22, 2024 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.
Loginext
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Logistics software can transform business efficiency by streamlining operations, enabling real-time tracking, and optimizing fleet routes. This leads to significant cost savings and improved profits, helping companies stay competitive. From small businesses to large fleets, learn how the right logistics software can enhance performance and drive growth.
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
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 27, 2024
There is a common thread among many logistics professionals: they almost all fell into this industry — that is, they didn’t study supply chain or logistics in college, or they didn’t start their careers in the field, but they eventually landed in the industry, fell in love with it, and have never looked back. Why. Read more The post [Video] Choosing A Career In Logistics appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Although it's unclear what exactly it is that's sparked this recent increase, most of the threats appear to be coming from anonymous accounts on social media.
Ship Monk
OCTOBER 22, 2024
If there is one thing that all ecommerce merchants have in common, it’s the sentiment that taxes can be stressful. Figuring those out state by state, and even more granularly city by city, can be a massive challenge that every entrepreneur must overcome at the beginning of their journey. However, if that ecommerce brand wants to start selling internationally, then the obstacles only multiply because of international duties and tariffs.
Overdrive Online
OCTOBER 23, 2024
FMCSA top brass seemed to elevate the fight against fraud to a full blown safety issue and top priority at a "stakeholder day" first-look tour of a newly modernized registration system.
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
Loginext
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Last mile delivery tracking software plays a crucial role in enhancing customer experience by offering real-time updates and transparency. It also optimizes delivery routes, reducing operational costs for logistics businesses. The post Last Mile Delivery Tracking Software Boosts Experience, Cuts Costs appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.
NGT News
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Hyzon, a hydrogen fuel cell system manufacturer, has entered into a purchase agreement for North America’s first 12 hydrogen-powered refuse fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) with recycling company GreenWaste, contingent upon Hyzon meeting certain commercial terms and specifications as defined in the agreement. “We are proud to partner with sustainability leader GreenWaste in this landmark […] The post Hyzon Secures First Hydrogen-Powered Refuse Truck Order in North America
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Multi-tier supply chain intelligence has the potential to strongly enhance the resilience of the supply chain, making it an invaluable asset to organizations.
Food Logistics
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Expect moderate growth to return in the first quarter and long-term growth trends of 5.7%, year over year, to be restored by the end of 2025, according to Motive's outlook report.
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3PL Links
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Image source: Pexels | Shipping Trends for 2025: What Will Change and How to Adapt The logistics industry is continuously evolving, and as we move closer to 2025, businesses will face a range of transformative changes. These shifts are influenced by multiple factors, including new regulatory requirements, changing customer expectations, and advancements in technology.
Loginext
OCTOBER 28, 2024
LogiNext’s MumbaiHacks 2024 broke the Guinness World Record for the largest Generative AI hackathon with 1,460 participants. The event showcased AI-powered solutions for social good, finance, entertainment, and SaaS, positioning Mumbai as a global hub for tech innovation. The post LogiNext Sets Guinness World Record appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.
NGT News
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Trucksters, a technology-based truck relay transport operator, has decided to partner with Cepsa and its network of service stations to supply its trucks with 100% hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO). Specifically, Trucksters will use the biofuel in the freight transit service it provides for several of DHL‘s routes connecting northern Spain with Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg […] The post Trucksters Will Use Cepsa Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil to Fuel Trucks for DHL Routes appeared
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