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Autonomous Drones vs. Autonomous Vehicles: Analyzing Logistics Applications of Amazon, UPS, Tesla and More.

Logistics Viewpoints

As automation continues to evolve in logistics, two technologies are becoming central to modern delivery methods: autonomous drones and autonomous vehicles. Both are advancing through operational trials led by companies like Amazon, UPS, Alphabet’s Wing, Tesla, and TuSimple. However, each technology serves different purposes within logistics, and the question remains: Which will ultimately shape the industry’s operational structure?

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How to Improve Warehouse Layout Efficiency and Save Costs

Logistics Bureau

One element of warehousing that can have a negative impact on supply chain costs is the way in which the space is set out and utilized. How many of the following five inefficiencies do you recognise within your company’s warehouse layout? If you can identify with one or more of them, you’ll find a tip or two here to help remedy the situation and improve warehouse layout efficiency. 5 Ways to Achieve Efficient Warehouse Design: Improve Layout Efficiency & Save Costs!

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Will 2025 be the year we finally Remove Logistics Blind Spots?

Logistics Business Magazine

Yard and facility management have historically been a significant supply chain blind spot, writes Tom Perrone (pictured below), SVP Global Professional Services at project44. Yet, the challenge of moving assets through various warehouses continues to put the delivery of goods at risk. In fact, McKinsey estimates that up to 19% of logistics costs stem from inefficient mid- and last-mile interactions, amounting to an average loss of $95 billion a year.

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CDL downgrades begin Nov. 18 for 'prohibited' drivers

Overdrive Online

The second phase of FMCSA's Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse rule takes effect Nov. 18, which requires states to revoke drivers' CDL privileges if they have a drug or alcohol violation reported to the Clearinghouse.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Bespoke Forklift Solution for Bearings Supplier

Logistics Business Magazine

For Bowman International, a leading supplier, manufacturer, and distributor of plain bearings and sintered parts, success had created storage problems. Determined to make the most of its existing Abingdon facilities, the company turned to Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks’ warehousing specialists for a solution. “Our specific requests were quite unique,” explains Bowman International Managing Director, Paul Mitchell.

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Pioneering the Future: Logistics Insights for 2025

Logistics Business Magazine

The logistics landscape is poised for transformative changes in 2025, writes Mike Colarossi, head of enterprise sustainability at Avery Dennison. “The rapid evolution of technology, coupled with lessons from recent global disruptions, is driving a new era of innovation and resilience in the sector. For business leaders, understanding these emerging trends is crucial to navigating the complexities of the modern supply chain and maintaining a competitive edge.” Strengthening Supply Cha

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New Video Shows Bulk Liquid Tank Truck Loading Process

Bulk Connection

Bulk liquid transport is a complex operation requiring careful planning, safety protocols, and attention to detail. At Bulk Connection, we understand that the secure loading of bulk liquid tanker trucks is essential for the safe delivery of materials to their destination. In this post, we’ll highlight the key steps that go into loading a tanker truck and share our new video, which shows each of those steps in detail.

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Truck Park of the Future will Transform Haulage

Logistics Business Magazine

As Europe aims to become the world’s first climate-neutral continent by 2050, the haulage industry must accelerate its transformation. Haulage leaders are exploring available funding and innovative solutions to achieve sustainability goals within truck parks. SNAP, a digital marketplace for the haulage industry, has predicted how truck parks will evolve to advance the logistics and haulage industry and its carbon footprint by 2049.

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Amazon Takes Aim at Temu With Launch of Low-Price Online Store

Supply Chain Brain

The platform was first hinted at in June 2024, when CNBC reported that Amazon had announced the store to a private conference of Chinese sellers.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Paired Power Installs Two Solar EV Chargers at Port

NGT News

Paired Power, a provider of microgrid solar-powered electric vehicle charging, has completed the installation of two PairTree solar EV chargers at the Port of Hueneme in California. “This partnership with the Port of Hueneme exemplifies how solar EV charging technology reduces emissions while providing power for electric vehicles in the maritime sector,” says Tom McCalmont, […] The post Paired Power Installs Two Solar EV Chargers at Port appeared first on NGT News.

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How a Human-Centric Approach Accelerates AI Adoption

Supply Chain Brain

Many organizations deploy AI systems without fostering trust or buy-in among their teams. They fail to take the employee’s view of “What’s in in for me?

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The 7 Essential Warehouse Layout Design Principles

Logistics Bureau

Warehouse and distribution centre (DC) design is a fascinating and absorbing topic, but alas, is often misunderstood. Regrettably, few people fully understand the discipline of warehouse design and because of this, literally thousands of facilities are underperforming. To assist designers, I will outline seven key principles applicable to a warehouse or DC design, compiled from a review of literature, discussions with industry specialists and materials handling companies, plus my own design expe

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Maritime Coalition Pushes for Transition to Green Shipping Fuels

Supply Chain Brain

The coalition is hoping to have zero or near-zero emission technologies make up 5-10% of the maritime industry's fuel and energy sources by 2030.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Understanding Freight Technology: A Beginner’s Guide

IFS Blogs

Learn the power of freight technology in optimizing operations and propelling your business toward efficiency and success. The post Understanding Freight Technology: A Beginner’s Guide appeared first on IFreight Systems.

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Boeing Strike Cutting Into 2025 Deliveries for Southwest Airlines

Supply Chain Brain

Southwest’s order book with Boeing had originally called for 86 aircraft deliveries in 2025, but the airline has since lowered that number to 73.

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Baseload Receives Funding from NRCan to Expand EV Charging Network

NGT News

Baseload Power Corporation has received $9.445 million in funding from Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) to support the expansion of its electric vehicle charging network across Canada. Baseload and NRCan announced the funding agreement in Toronto. This funding will directly support the addition of 126 fast EV chargers to Baseload’s AURA EV Charging network, which will […] The post Baseload Receives Funding from NRCan to Expand EV Charging Network appeared first on NGT News.

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'Positive Progress' on Talks Between ILA, USMX, But Roadblocks Remain

Supply Chain Brain

The ILA and USMX have until January 15, 2025 to avert a second East and Gulf Coast strike, just days before the start of the next presidential administration.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for

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How To Master Black Friday Cyber Monday: Transforming Holiday Shoppers into Loyal Customers

Stord

Black Friday and Cyber Monday (BFCM) have become the centerpiece of many brands’ ecommerce calendar - offering unprecedented opportunities for online retailers to boost sales, attract new customers, and move inventory. According to a survey by the National Retail Federation, retailers can earn approximately 20% of their annual sales during the Black Friday to Christmas shopping period.

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'Positive Progress' on Talks Between ILA, USMX, But Issues Remain

Supply Chain Brain

The ILA and USMX have until January 15, 2025 to avert a second East and Gulf Coast strike, just days before the start of the next presidential administration.

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LogiNext’s Automated Order Allocation streamlines QSR operations.

Loginext

LogiNext’s automated order allocation empowers QSRs to meet customer demands by optimizing delivery speed and accuracy. This solution reduces errors, cuts costs, and enhances customer satisfaction and efficiency. The post LogiNext’s Automated Order Allocation streamlines QSR operations. appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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VW to Increase Investment in Rivian Partnership

Supply Chain Brain

The joint venture provides Rivian with cash, and VW with the ability to use Rivian's technology in its own range of vehicles.

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How to Prepare for Proposed New Tariffs in 2025

The global trade landscape is shifting. If President Trump’s proposed tariffs come into effect, they will impact your logistics in significant ways. Our free guide provides essential insights for consumer brands and manufacturers. It is crucial to understand what these challenges mean for your logistics operations, and more importantly, how to prepare.

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Cobots Integrate with NVIDIA Omniverse

Logistics Business Magazine

Delta, a global supplier of power management and a provider of IoT-based smart green solutions, today announced an advancement in robotics simulation. Its flagship product, the D-Bot Series Collaborative Robots (cobots), now integrates with NVIDIA Omniverse — a platform of application programming interfaces (APIs), software development kits, and services that enable developers to harness Universal Scene Description (OpenUSD) for physical AI — and NVIDIA Isaac Sim, a reference simulation platform

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Centrica, First Bus Establish EV Charging Partnership

NGT News

Centrica and United Kingdom bus operator First Bus have formed a new partnership. The collaboration will give Centrica secure access to First Bus’ rapid electric vehicle charging infrastructure at bus depots across Britain. This new deal lets Centrica join the ranks of Openreach, DPD and Police Scotland, plugging into this shared infrastructure initiative from First […] The post Centrica, First Bus Establish EV Charging Partnership appeared first on NGT News.

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Temperature Controlled Trailers Ordered Again

Logistics Business Magazine

Fly By Nite, renowned specialists in trucking, logistics and warehousing for the entertainment industry has, for what is now the fourth time, placed its continued trust in Tiger Trailers with a further order which this time comprises temperature controlled trailers, as the operator expands its offering by introducing vehicles aimed at touring orchestras.

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Trucking trumped by Trump

Truck News

On Nov. 5, I was glued to the U.S. news channels watching the election unfold. Leading up to the last day of voting, I wasn’t bullish on either candidate.

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Brace for Impact. Unpredictable Tariff Disruptions Are Here––Your Playbook

Tariffs will have a major impact on your supply chain, margins, and operations. Drawing on our work with global companies across manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, software, technology, financial services, and a range of service industries, we outline the key strategic and tactical actions companies are taking to navigate this period of heightened uncertainty.