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Boeing: The Turning Point(s)

The Lean Thinker

In early spring of 1999 I was sitting in a classroom at Boeing with a couple of dozen other employees. Everyone with a “management” job code was being sent to this session over a few weeks’ time. The topic was a major new direction for the company. From this point forward, management was to use “shareholder value” as the primary consideration for decisions.

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The CRO Perspective: Growing FreightTech Sales with Ryan Sullivan

The Logistics of Logistics

Ryan Sullivan and Joe Lynch discuss the CRO perspective – growing freighttech sales. Ryan is the CEO and Founder of Ratchet Ventures , a fractional CRO firm specializing in the logistics and freighttech space. Summary: The CRO Perspective: Growing FreightTech Sales In this podcast, Ryan Sullivan, Founder of Ratchet Ventures and an experienced Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), shares his insights on growing sales in the freight tech and logistics industry.

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State of Logistics Report 2024

Supply Chain and Logistics

The 2024 State of Logistics Report outlines a decrease in US logistics costs and a shift toward asset-heavy 3PL strategies.

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Chatting With Your Supply Chain Software

Talking Logistics

Way back in 2013, in a post titled “Siri Comes to Enterprise Apps,” I wrote the following: Instead of manually executing tasks with a mouse or touch screen, why not speak them? We already see this in the consumer realm with smartphones, and in the warehouse too with voice picking technologies. It’s only a question. Read more The post Chatting With Your Supply Chain Software appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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EROAD’s Guide to Running a Sustainable Trucking Business

Over the last three decades, emissions from new trucks have been reduced by more than 98 percent. In fact, it would take 60 of today’s trucks to generate the same level of emissions from a single truck in 1988. Despite these impressive improvements, many trucking businesses continue to seek methods to achieve sustainability goals in a viable, measurable way.

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Should You Use a WMS or Mobile Robotic System to Optimize Work in in a DC?

Logistics Viewpoints

Locus Robotics Has Introduced a new Robot with a Heavier Payload Historically, a warehouse management system used slotting and waving functionality to optimize the work in a distribution center. Slotting improves picking efficiency by putting the most popular items in locations closer to the shipping docks and at a height on the rack that is easy for a picker to reach.

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CVSA Operation Safe Driver Week: What You Need to Know

Trinity Logistics

Don’t let your company get caught off guard by CVSA Operation Safe Driver Week, July 7th to July 13th, 2024! Shippers and carriers, mark your calendars! Operation Safe Driver Week is approaching. While this annual event is designed to make our roadways safer, it’s also a crucial week for those in logistics. This pivotal time can impact operational efficiency for shippers and carriers alike.

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Detention and Demurrage claims are rolling in

Supply Chain and Logistics

Samsung Electronics America fights excessive and undocumented shipping bills, aided by new rules for transparency and documentation.

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Top Talking Logistics Posts & Episodes – Plus Indago Highlights (Q2 2024)

Talking Logistics

We’ve crossed the halfway mark of 2024. Is that a danger sign on the road ahead or one announcing better days around the bend? Is the glass we’re holding half full or half empty? Either way, let’s raise it up and give a toast for making it to another day. As you can see from. Read more The post Top Talking Logistics Posts & Episodes – Plus Indago Highlights (Q2 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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FMCSA's confusing excuse for not enforcing 'commercial' regs

Overdrive Online

FMCSA has been citing a judge's 2019 decision as blocking its ability to penalize bad actors among brokers and carriers for so-called "commercial" violations, but now they seem to admit that's not true.

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7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

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AI in manufacturing

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AI for manufacturers Using artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing can significantly improve productivity, reduce equipment failure, increase production efficiency and help identify new business opportunities. The use and discussion of AI has become common. A 2023 survey by McKinsey reported that 79 percent of all respondents had at least some exposure to gen AI, either for work or outside of work.

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Canada Rail Union Reauthorizes Strike Ahead of Uncertain Summer

Supply Chain Brain

The vote gives the union the authority to call for a strike within the next 60 days if ongoing labor negotiations with CN and CPKC fall through.

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HMM Listed as a Controlled Carrier After FMC Decision

MTS Logistics

South Korea-based Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) is now a controlled carrier, per the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC). HMM is the latest shipping line to be added to the list. The FMC made the addition to its controlled carrier list due to HMM’s close connections and collaboration with the government of South Korea. Being named a “controlled carrier” means that the Federal Maritime Commission, which regulates the shipping industry as it pertains to the United States, has deter

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Strategies for E-Commerce Success: Optimizing Parcel Spend

Stord

In e-commerce your profitability is made by managing margins. Every step of the process that brings your product from creation to your consumers’ front-door can cut into those margins and reduce your profitability. A brand’s goal is to maximize order value and repeat purchase rate, while minimizing variable product and shipping costs, optimizing ad costs, and keeping overhead costs low.

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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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Supreme Court 'Chevron deference,' 'Comer Post' decisions: Trucking impact

Overdrive Online

Conservative court activists and business interests celebrate dealing a blow to federal agencies' power to regulate businesses. What does the end of so-called "Chevron deference" to regulators mean for FMCSA and EPA?

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Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics in Logistics

Blue Grace Logistics

Whitepaper Download Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics in Logistics Thank you for your interest in our whitepaper! Be sure to click the download button at the top right of the window below to save the PDF. For further insights or to connect with a BlueGrace logistics expert, click here to contact us today.

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Watch: GenAI Challenges Traditional Thinking on Supply Chain Talent

Supply Chain Brain

Some assumptions and beliefs about the contribution that generative AI will make to supply chains are misplaced, says Dana Stiffler, distinguished vice president analyst at Gartner.

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July 2, 2024 Update

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home July 2, 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.

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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Q2 2024 Bulk Freight Roundup

Bulk Connection

As we close out the second quarter of 2024, the bulk freight transportation industry has seen a steady continuation of trends established in the first quarter. Both liquid and dry bulk trucking volumes have remained consistent, providing a stable landscape for our partners in the chemical and food-grade industries.

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Congressional letter urges EPA rollback of Phase 3 GHG rule

Overdrive Online

More than 150 members of the House and Senate on Tuesday sent a letter to the EPA Administrator urging the Biden Administration to overturn the rule that was finalized earlier this year.

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Adventurous Team Driving: Melissa Eauclaire & Her Husband

Women in Trucking

Melissa Eauclaire loves being a team driver with her husband. Check out her story and advice for women looking to get into the industry.

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Justice Department to Charge Boeing, Seeks Guilty Plea from Planemaker

Supply Chain Brain

Boeing will have until July 5 to decide whether to plead guilty to the charges, the department told the families of victims of two fatal 737 Max crashes and their attorneys in a meeting June 30.

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Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory

The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.

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Trucking fleets should plan for a 2027 pre-buy

Commercial Carrier Journal

According to an industry-wide survey, 36% have a CARB pre-buy procurement plan in place, 64% said they either do not have a plan or are unsure if their organization has a plan.

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New Lorry-loading Order Picker Launched

Logistics Business Magazine

Hyster has launched a new ‘2-in-1’ truck combining the benefits of both a Low Level Order Picker and a ride on Pallet Truck. The Hyster® Order Picker Pallet Truck is tough enough that manufacturing sites and industrial warehouses can use the same truck to pick up loads and then place them directly into the back of a lorry. Likewise, they can carry out unloading and put loads away, all without operators needing to switch to a different type of materials handling equipment.

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Truckers caution against use of roadside data in safety ratings

Overdrive Online

Since the CSA SMS came into play a decade and a half ago, it's been on the FMCSA's wish list to use roadside data to determine a safety rating. The effort to revamp the rating process generated pushback from carriers in this recent public session.

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A Story of Adaptability, Embracing Diversity and Becoming Successful Key Account Manager, Meet Sanket Jha on #WeAreLogiNext

Loginext

Navigating life’s myriad challenges, especially living in multiple states and adapting to diverse cultures, shapes you into a versatile individual. Sanket’s journey highlights adaptability, continuous learning, and a relentless drive for innovation. Dive into his story to discover how embracing diversity and curiosity leads to a fulfilling and impactful career.

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Navigating Uncertainty: How Technology Helps Fleets Thrive in Challenging Times

Change is a constant in the transportation industry. Amid business competition, regulatory developments, environmental concerns, and myriad other challenges, motor carriers must continually adapt to an ever-evolving operational landscape. Fleet telematics technology can help transportation businesses navigate uncertainty, gain a competitive advantage, and boost profitability.

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Buyer’s Guide for Mobile Computers for Warehouse Operations

Supply Chain Brain

DC managers and IT teams have more options than ever when selecting mobile computers for use in their facilities. This Buyer’s Guide describes the key technical and functional considerations to bear in mind when selecting the best device for your mobile application needs, particularly with regard to hands-free mobile applications leveraging voice, scanning and displays.

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The State of the Supply Chain in 2024 and How Software Can Help Minimize Rising Costs

MTS Logistics

Around this time last year, it appeared as though the “normalization” of the supply chain was set to continue post-Covid. However, since the Houthi attacks in the Red Sea began in October 2023, geopolitical tensions and operational disruptions have caused freight rates to further their climb. More than sixty vessels have been targeted by rebels through missile and drone strikes.

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HepsiJet Adds Electric Vehicles to Enhance Last-Mile Delivery in Turkiye

NGT News

D-MARKET Electronic Services & Trading, a leading Turkish e-commerce platform, is advancing its logistics services with sustainable practices and innovative delivery methods. Hepsiburada‘s last-mile delivery service, HepsiJet, has launched cargo distribution in select regions of Türkiye with 21 electric vans. The electric vans offer high energy conversion efficiency, contributing to sustainability by reducing carbon emissions. […] The post HepsiJet Adds Electric Vehicles to Enhan