The Lean Thinker
JULY 2, 2024
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.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
JULY 2, 2024
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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Overdrive Online
JULY 2, 2024
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?
Freightos
JULY 2, 2024
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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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.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 2, 2024
According to cargo security company Overhaul, there were 38% more cargo thefts in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same timeframe last year.
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Supply Chain Brain
JULY 2, 2024
Sustainability might not have started in a lab, but by evolving our lab practices, food companies can achieve more of their sustainability goals.
MercuryGate
JULY 2, 2024
A smart transportation strategy leverages technology, data insights, hands-on learning, collaboration, and industry best practices. This article explores the concept of “smart transportation.” Further, it reveals how our approach to continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation ensures a transportation management solution that stays ahead of the class.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 2, 2024
Singapore, the world’s busiest transshipment center, for weeks has dealt with longer-than-usual lines of vessels waiting for berth space.
AIMMS
JULY 2, 2024
Discover SC Navigator’s upgraded Center of Gravity functionality. See how Constrained CoG and Trade-Off Analysis can optimize network design.
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A Fortune 500 CPG company partnered with GEP to improve end-to-end category management, optimize direct spend categories, and increase strategic focus on tail spend. GEP’s sourcing expertise and market intelligence enabled the company to centralize sourcing and order management processes, strengthen key supplier relationships, and enhance supply chain resilience and agility.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 2, 2024
The U.K. has committed to a full transition to net zero emissions by 2050, a timeline the BPA says is threatened by a massive backlog of harbor orders.
NGT News
JULY 2, 2024
Atlante France and Banque des Territoires have established a joint venture designed to roll out and operate over 500 fast-charging points for electric vehicles, thereby laying another brick to develop a widespread charging network throughout French territory. This project aligns with the goals of Europe and France to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, adhering to […] The post Joint Venture Aims to Accelerate EV Fast Charging in France appeared first on NGT News.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 2, 2024
Artificial intelligence is quite promising in helping supply chain leaders to address the talent gap, says Dawn Andre, chief product officer at Jaggaer.
Locus
JULY 2, 2024
In the technology sector, Google and Microsoft are locked in a fierce battle, with Microsoft recently gaining a strategic advantage through its integration of ChatGPT. This skirmish is not just about crafting innovative tech solutions; it extends into the logistics industry, where companies compete using advanced technologies to secure a broad customer base and maximize profitability.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 2, 2024
The program will use some of the $5 billion in federal funding set aside for a new National Semiconductor Technology Center.
Locus
JULY 2, 2024
Peak season is the most thrilling time for shoppers. It’s when festive and holiday seasons drive sales through the roof, accounting for significant annual growth in retail. But for retailers, it also means handling a surge in order volumes. Global online retail statistics predict that e-commerce sales will hit $6.3 trillion in 2024 and nearly $8 trillion by 2027.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 2, 2024
Junker is the product director for electric vehicles at PACCAR Parts, having started with the company in 2018 working with dealer groups.
Logistics Business Magazine
JULY 2, 2024
Histon Sweet Spreads Ltd (part of the Hain Daniels Group) produces some of the UK’s best known preserve brands, including such staples of the British breakfast table as Robertson’s ‘Golden Shred’ marmalade and Hartley’s jam. The company’s production facility in Cambridgeshire is in operation 24/7 and some one million cases – or 1500 tonnes – of product is manufactured at the site each and every week.
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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.
3PL Links
JULY 2, 2024
Image source: Needpix.com | Sustainable Supply Chain: Benefits and Challenges The idea of a sustainable supply chain can seem like a great task in a world where time seems to be of the essence and enterprises are always in a rush to meet market demands. However as time has gone on, I have found that this method is not only practical but also really advantageous.
FreightWaves SONAR
JULY 2, 2024
As a freight broker for truckload transportation, having an understanding of rate movements and your reaction time (or ability to be proactive in the market) to market changes directly impacts revenue and margin KPIs. Further, having an in-depth knowledge of the markets where your carrier base can operate at a lower rate or higher margin than other brokerages allows you to bid competitively, or to protect yourself if the market is outside of your normal wheelhouse.
WorkWave
JULY 2, 2024
What is a NEMT Broker? A Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) broker plays a crucial role in the healthcare transportation industry by coordinating and managing transportation services for individuals who require medical appointments but lack access to reliable transportation. Continue reading for a detailed look at their responsibilities. What Does a NEMT Broker Do?
Overdrive Online
JULY 2, 2024
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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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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