Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 30, 2022

The truck sets new standards for a safe, optimally protected and yet super-compact electric pallet truck, judged the jury. The winner in the end was the Munich-based start-up Noyes Technologies with its first robotically operated, automated and highly flexible nano-logistics system Noyes Storage for urban logistics.

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Conger

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Because this article explains everything you need to know about order pickers, like: What order pickers are What they’re used for All the types (and subtypes) of order pickers Which industries use them? Within the formal forklift classification system, order pickers are Class II: Electric Motor Narrow Aisle Trucks.

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Conger

MARCH 11, 2024

In this article, we will dive into the world of forklift brakes, from their fundamental mechanics to sophisticated maintenance strategies, equipping you with vital insights and knowledge. Think of them as the unsung heroes that keep operations safe and efficient. This connection enables you to modulate pressure for a seamless stop.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

Honeywell software helps trucking firms comply with new Federal Safety Mandates. truck firms accelerate into the merging lane (Reuters). Self-operating shuttle bus crashes after Las Vegas launch (SFGate). E2open Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire Zyme. Seeks Restrictions on Mexican Trucking Under Nafta (Bloomberg).

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ShipLilly

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Typically, there are two distinct facilities with specific operational procedures. Successful organizations in the eCommerce world can streamline their supply chain through the correct selection of distribution and fulfillment centers depending on their operational needs. What is a Fulfillment Center?

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Conger

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

This article is your ultimate guide to equipment refurbishment vs reconditioning. Generally, refurbishment is a less comprehensive operation compared to reconditioning. It ensures that company operations run smoothly with minimal disruption. Applications may require specialized equipment to fulfill their operations.

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Conger

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

This article is your ultimate guide to equipment refurbishment vs reconditioning. Generally, refurbishment is a less comprehensive operation compared to reconditioning. It ensures that company operations run smoothly with minimal disruption. Applications may require specialized equipment to fulfill their operations.

Cost Reduction 52

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Conger

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

This article is your ultimate guide to equipment refurbishment vs reconditioning. Generally, refurbishment is a less comprehensive operation compared to reconditioning. It ensures that company operations run smoothly with minimal disruption. Applications may require specialized equipment to fulfill their operations.

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Conger

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Because this article explains everything you know about them, including: What and where the load center is. Don't have time to read the whole article? And just like a seesaw, forklifts have two “riders” and a pivot point: The pivot point on a counterbalance truck is the front axle. How to calculate forklift load centers.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 16, 2020

Consider the following examples: Individual employee energy consumption Truck and forklift usage Handling and packaging Paperwork. Especially given the recent effects of COVID-19 , it may be time to consider greener practices as we recover and restructure operations. To address the above, you might take individual measures.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 18, 2021

The following is a list of widely used terms that will help you with deciphering freight bills, articles, comments, and communications made by transportation professionals and the mainstream media about everything transportation. Carrier: Utilizes trucks and/or trailers to move goods from point A to point B.

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Turvo

AUGUST 10, 2021

Also known as a transportation management solution, this system provides visibility into day-to-day operations. And with over 90% of carriers in the market running more than 20 trucks in their fleets using a TMS to manage assets, understanding its latest value and top functions is critical for shippers, says FleetOwner.

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247 Customs Broker

JANUARY 10, 2019

based trucking and intermodal services bellwether J.B. entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Secaucus, New Jersey-based Cory’s First Choice Home Delivery. The company said that the Final Mile division operates one of the largest national, comingled cross-dock operations and can serve 100% of the contiguous United States.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 15, 2018

Sometimes I just like to live on the edge, which is definitely a qualifying status for anyone bold enough to make predictions about the future of supply chain operations and management—but I just can’t help myself. I have no crystal ball and if I did, I wouldn’t know how to get a picture on it. Dark Distribution Centres.

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Conger

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Because this article explains everything you need to know about them, including: What pallet jacks are. And here’s a simple pallet jack definition: A pallet jack (sometimes called a “pallet truck”) is the simplest type of forklift, consisting of a: Wheeled trolley. Operators Sit or Stand Inside Forklifts. And much more!

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 19, 2015

Are you ready to change the way your freight brokerage operates? There are other programs which are designed to train you in the basics of how to operate a more basic trucking-focused freight brokerage. The same site even has another excellent article with more business plan resources for freight brokers.

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Ship Monk

JULY 14, 2023

Our shipping label article focuses on how incredibly important shipping labels are to the ecommerce order fulfillment process, and best practices for them too! However, it’s definitely helpful to understand the highlights of each shipping carrier, so here we go! Their own trucks do the last mile delivery.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

As Florida braces for Hurricane Irma, the aftershocks of Hurricane Harvey are still being felt, including within the trucking industry. Trucking companies are charging more because making deliveries in Houston is slow going and potentially costly as the city rebounds from the storm. compared with the previous week.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 6, 2023

We’ll give you the definitions for SKU, UPC, and barcode, and cover their differences and how each is used. Manufacturers outside North America use a 13-digit barcode called an EAN (European Article Number) or IAN (International Article Number). So, it’s time we cleared things up! What is a SKU?

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FLS Transport

JANUARY 4, 2021

And that definitely applies to the freight market. DATs Load-to-Truck Ratio chart provides some context to available capacity over the year: Note: We went from wildly available capacity in week 15, to a capacity crunch reminiscent of ’17 – ’18. 6) Deployment of operating technology will continue to thrive.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2015

Census Bureau definition of STEM graduates and workers , which is used to make this argument, includes psychology and social science majors, which are not what most people think of when considering STEM occupations. CVS also has extensive need for programmers, data specialists, and operations managers. First, the U.S. CVS is not alone.

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247 Customs Broker

APRIL 19, 2018

In today’s trucking industry, the cloud formations are dark and thick, as a super-tight capacity climate caused by shortages of equipment and drivers, compliance with new federal regulations, and an uptick in demand has sent rates soaring, truckers scrambling, and shippers and intermediaries groaning.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 29, 2018

While earlier restricted to chatbots accessed via messaging apps for shopping, the definition of Conversational Commerce has significantly expanded with the arrival of voice-based personal assistants, presenting brands with an opportunity to build greater intimacy with their customers,” according to an article from Capgemini.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 27, 2023

Our full ecommerce article on calculating reorder points has in-depth descriptions for gathering the data you need for these formulas. Because, while supplier problems are out of your control, maintaining the right safety stock to minimize damage to your reputation and ecommerce business are most definitely within your control.

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247 Customs Broker

JUNE 6, 2018

How economies of scale affect that balancing act is the subject of this article. We’ll look at the specific costs involved in defining economies of scale and set out three items which are important in the definition. Let’s start with a definition of economies of scale and consider three critical items. Inside and outside.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020

For example, if you are shipping cargo that is sensitive to movement like glass, certain machinery, artwork, vehicles etc then you need to know what type of damages can occur due to the movement of the sea, truck etc and take suitable precautions to protect your cargo against such damages. plan the stowage of the cargo in the container.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Let’s start with some definitions of what a freight forwarder is. A freight forwarder is a person or company that coordinates and organizes the movement of shipments on behalf of a shipper by partnering with carriers who transport cargo by ships, airplanes, trucks, and railroads. It will be efficient.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Is your business one that operates distribution centres and other warehouse facilities to maintain control of inventory? As I’ve mentioned in other KPI articles that I’ve written, we come across a surprising number of businesses that struggle to choose and use KPIs effectively in our consulting work. For Picking.

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Morai Logistics

JUNE 21, 2018

The “Uberization of Trucking” has raised many questions regarding the possible impact this app-based technology could have on supply chains. In 2016, this organization, which now offers ride sharing and food delivery, was valued at over $60 billion and operated in 58 countries. The ‘Uberization of Trucking’.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

This article, which is focused on the different types of artificial intelligence used and the types of problems they are solving, is aimed at helping practitioners cut through the hype. It is also worth pointing out, that based on this definition, not all forms of machine learning are particularly complicated.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 20, 2023

I will cover this in an article next week. The California Trucking Association (CTA) has filed its request for a new preliminary injunction to block AB5 from the state’s trucking sector — again — using an argument that at times seems more economic than legal: The law won’t work. CTA’s 32-page brief with the U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

This leads supply chains to continue to operate in silos, rather than in a connected manner. This equates to an economic impact of $350 billion a year, not to mention the environmental impact of idling trucks. Elenjickal noted that over the last 36 months, supply chains have become more complex than ever before.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

The truckload sector has been plagued by a shortage of drivers, which the American Trucking Associations now estimates at 50,000. Read: Trucking Industry Struggles With Growing Driver Shortage. Abilene began operation with a single tractor and has grown into a mid-sized carrier. Compliance to U.S. jberman@peerlessmedia.com.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 28, 2023

In addition to satisfying conscientious consumer demand, eco-friendly efforts can benefit your ecommerce business by reducing waste within your company and improving operational efficiencies. Translation: these ecommerce businesses have operating standards that minimize or reduce negative impact on the planet. We hope you do!

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ShipLilly

APRIL 19, 2021

This article explains some of the key aspects of FTL and LTL. Let us begin with key definitions. Definitions. It is important to note that there are restrictions that are put in place by UPS and FedEx for those operating in the USA. Pallets can easily be transferred from ship to truck or rail for further transit.

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Freightera

MAY 20, 2022

It costs more to rent a full truck instead of share one with other shippers, and the logistical part is much easier for the carrier if they only have to deal with your shipment instead of several. . That’s why the second tip on this list is: 2) Check whether your shipment really needs the whole truck. Happy shipping! .

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Conger

MAY 11, 2022

This article explains everything you need to know about AGV vs. AMR material handling equipment. How to decide which one is best for your operation. Don't have time to read the whole article? Both technologies can help operations improve productivity, reduce damage, boost inventory control, cut costs, and improve safety.

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