The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 13, 2024

Joyce Brenny and Joe Lynch discuss charity champions: specialized trucking and a mission. Joyce is the CEO & Founder of Brenny Transportation , a Minnesota based trucking company that specializes in the transportation of large, heavy, and bulky items that necessitate specialized handling, equipment, and permits. Summary: Charity Champions: Specialized Trucking and a Mission In this podcast, we explore the world of specialized trucking with Joyce Brenny, CEO and founder of Brenny Transportati

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Talking Logistics

MAY 13, 2024

Chris Jones, Executive Vice President, Industry at Descartes Systems Group, has been our guest on Talking Logistics several times to discuss the various challenges associated with labor shortages. In a January 2022 episode we discussed, “The Labor Shortage Problem: Why It’s Bigger Than You Think.” A couple of months ago Chris shared insights from a.

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Food Logistics

MAY 7, 2024

A carrier with a strong reputation, the latest technology and equipment, and the ability to scale will be the best partner to handle both the season’s opportunities and challenges.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 10, 2024

I was a baby once, a long time ago. I was born with my umbilical cord wrapped around my neck, making it hard for me to take my first breath, but when I finally inhaled and let out a cry, I was given to my mother to comfort me. I don’t remember that day, but. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 10, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 8, 2024

In March 2024, the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation released the National Zero-Emission Freight Corridor Strategy , which aims to decarbonize and advance zero-emission freight along the United States main shipping corridors. This plan’s goal is to advance the deployment of zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (ZE-MHDVs) and the infrastructure needed to enable ubiquitous access to charging and hydrogen refueling along our nation’s prominent freight corridors.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 10, 2024

Matt Castriotta and Joe Lynch discuss turning cold outreach into gold. Matt is the Founder and CEO of Castriotta Growth Hacking, where they provide B2B demand generation solutions for logistics sales leaders. About Matt Castriotta Matt Castriotta is a Growth Hacking and B2B Marketing/Strategy Expert. Before starting Castriotta Growth Hacking, he spent over 10 years closing some of the biggest logistics freight spends in the world at a family-owned, 3PL.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 8, 2024

With inflation and interest rates easing, manufacturing investment is on the rise. Several large manufacturers have said they plan to increase capital investments and merger and acquisition deal-making in 2024.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 8, 2024

Fab Brasca is an Ironman Triathlete. He is also one of the most knowledgeable and experienced technology executives in the supply chain and logistics industry, especially when it comes to Transportation Management Systems. I first met Fab more than 25 years ago when he was at i2 Technologies, which was later acquired by JDA Software. Read more The post What Supply Chain Execs Can Learn from an Ironman Triathlete appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 13, 2024

Leagh Turner, CEO of Coupa In December 2022, Thomas Bravo acquired the public company Coupa and took it private. In November of the following year, Leagh Turner became the new chief executive officer of Coupa. Coupa is a supplier of spend management solutions. New CEOs are brought in to drive change. Coupa grew quickly for years, but Thomas Bravo sought more profitable growth.

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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.

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NGT News

MAY 13, 2024

Phoenix Motor Inc., a manufacturer of heavy-duty transit buses and electrification solutions provider for medium-duty vehicles, has begun producing its first fourth-generation drivetrain for Class 4 shuttle buses and trucks. The first two units will be delivered to customers in New Jersey. With over 150 fleet customers using its zero-emission shuttle buses and trucks, Phoenix […] The post Phoenix Motor Starts Producing Drivetrain for Class 4 Electric Vehicles appeared first on NGT News.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2024

Nicole Glenn and Joe Lynch discuss optimizing cold chain while reducing environmental impact. Nicole is the Founder and CEO of Candor Expedite , a transportation leader known for making its customers heroes by delivering creative, fast, effective, and sustainable solutions for time-sensitive and white glove shipments backed by a trusted carrier network.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 7, 2024

Craft is launching a user-friendly, configurable supplier risk management (SRM) platform designed for team collaboration and proactive risk mitigation.

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West Coast and California Logistics

MAY 10, 2024

According to DC Velocity , cargo imports into the US are expected to climb to over 2 million units in May. This would be the first time since last fall that imports reach that mark.

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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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NGT News

MAY 8, 2024

The city of Lincoln, which is the capital of Nebraska, has been awarded funding from the Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) to begin incorporating B20 biodiesel in its municipal fleet. This biodiesel incentive program marks a significant milestone in the city’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and reducing carbon emissions, replacing 215,000 gallons of petroleum diesel in […] The post Nebraska Capital Will Fuel Its Fleet with B20 Biodiesel appeared first on NGT News.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 10, 2024

Port congestion poses significant challenges to global supply chains, maritime trade, and overall economic efficiency. As the volume of goods transported by sea continues to grow, finding effective solutions becomes crucial. Fortunately, automation and artificial intelligence (AI) offer promising ways to mitigate port congestion. In this article, we’ll explore how these technologies can make a difference and enhance port operations. 1.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 12, 2024

The actual experience of many logistics and other business executives suggests that artificial intelligence remains more a subject of hope and hype than a practical tool in everyday use.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 8, 2024

After almost 30 years in the technology field, Fab Brasca recently launched TriSuccess Advisory, which among other things, provides fractional executive leadership and career/life balance coaching. How has Fab been able to succeed both as a business executive and an Ironman triathlete, which both demand a lot of time, energy, and commitment? What lessons has.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

MAY 8, 2024

Ryder, among the early movers in the electric trucking space, says the company is "not seeing significant adoption of this technology.

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NGT News

MAY 7, 2024

Evergreen Waste Services recently took delivery of the first of five ordered Mack LR Electric models, making its battery electric vehicle (BEV) the first fully electric Class 8 refuse vehicle in operation in the state of Delaware. Evergreen Waste also plans to use bi-directional charging when available to charge the LR Electric battery during off-peak […] The post Evergreen Waste Services Receives First of Five Mack LR Battery Electric Vehicles appeared first on NGT News.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 9, 2024

Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - May 9, 2024 Supply Chain Now Webinar On-Demand: From Insight to Impact: Optimizing Your Logistics Operations Missed our live event? No worries! Dive into our on-demand webinar where we unravel the intricacies of simplifying, implementing, and managing change within your supply chain strategy.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 9, 2024

Descartes estimates that China was responsible for roughly 34% of U.S. container imports in April, primarily driven by "consumer-oriented" goods.

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Freightos

MAY 8, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home May 8, 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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MTS Logistics

MAY 13, 2024

I was at the TPM meeting back in early 2024. While everyone was mainly discussing the Houthi attacks on ships in the Suez Canal, Former U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates was the main guest at the event and had a different threat in mind. When the moderator asked if there is any area that we should keep an eye on, he mentioned the possibility of an escalation in the Taiwan Strait.

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Ship Monk

MAY 10, 2024

We get a lot of questions from ecommerce businesses about shipping costs — questions about how they’re calculated, how our rates compare to what they’re paying now, what kind of discounts they can expect, and how they can reduce their shipping costs. Today we’re going to explore all the factors that go into shipping costs, how to compare them, and why a partnership with a high-volume 3PL will end your struggles once and for all.

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10xLogistics

MAY 13, 2024

We have all heard of the global freight recession and much has been discussed. I thought I would provide a simple summary of "how we got to here" and what the outlook is for the future. So, here goes. In the dynamic world of global trade, the freight industry often serves as a barometer for economic conditions. Recently, this sector has entered a period of downturn, commonly referred to as a freight recession.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 7, 2024

Managing a global supply chain has never been more challenging, with complex, ever-evolving regulations, increasingly frequent extreme weather events, volatile geopolitical crises, and sophisticated cybercrime.

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NGT News

MAY 9, 2024

Motiv Power Systems, an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of Class 4-6 electric trucks and buses, has fully completed the delivery of 55 Motiv electric trucks to Purolator, an integrated freight, package and logistics solutions provider. Purolator ordered the additional vehicles in 2023 following a successful pilot of five Motiv electric trucks in 2021.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 8, 2024

These days, there are so many events happening in the world of shipping, logistics, and the supply chain. It’s easy to miss the many developments that are affecting the industry landscape. Here at More Than Shipping, it’s our goal to keep you informed and knowledgable about these various developments. Take a look at our latest update on what you should know in shipping this week. 1.

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