Fri.Oct 13, 2023

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The Ultimate Guide to Warehouse Barcoding: Definition & Best Practices

Cyzerg

With the increasing complexity of supply chain management, warehouse barcoding has become an essential tool for streamlining inventory management. By integrating barcodes into your warehouse operations, you can easily track products, minimize errors, and improve overall productivity. In this guide, we will explore the fundamentals of warehouse barcoding, including the benefits, types of barcodes, and how to implement a barcode system into your existing operations.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 13, 2023)

Talking Logistics

“I am haunted by humans.” – The character Death from ‘The Book Thief’ by Markus Zusak My daughter’s friend’s husband was killed in Israel this week. He and his wife were not married for very long. He was only 23 years old. The atrocities committed against Jewish civilians in Israel — the beheading of babies, Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 13, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Small fleet owner predicts long-term ROI with battery-electric

Overdrive Online

Owner Rudy Diaz predicts long-term ROI with the five trucks he's acquired with full-service lease arrangements -- including the electric power -- inked with the Forum Mobility start-up. The move has already attracted new customers.

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The U.S. Retail Sector Has Had the Biggest Rise in Injury and Illness Rates

Supply Chain Brain

The incident rate at general retail stores in the U.S. has grown from 4.1 accidents for every 100 workers in 2017 to 5.6 incidents per 100 workers in 2021.

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Rethinking warehouse work culture: Can automation create better workplaces?

Heico Sandee, CEO of Smart Robotics, explores how automation redefines warehouse culture. By shifting repetitive tasks to skill-based roles, automation improves safety, fosters collaboration, and makes warehousing more appealing to today’s workforce.

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Holman Now Offering Fleet Electrification Solutions

NGT News

Global automotive services organization Holman has introduced a suite of electrification solutions designed to simplify the transition to electric vehicles for fleet operators. The company’s innovative fleet electrification services include a range of charge management resources and supporting programs that help customers easily navigate the complexities of transitioning a fleet to electric vehicles at scale. […] The post Holman Now Offering Fleet Electrification Solutions appeared first o

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Vertical Storage goes North

Logistics Business Magazine

Modula, a leading provider of Vertical Storage Modules (VLMs) for any industry and application, has opened a new branch in Denmark marking the beginning of its expansion into the north. This strategic addition confirms Modula’s commitment to serving its customers more effectively and efficiently while further establishing its presence in the Nordic region.

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Louisiana Utility Wraps Up EV Charging Initiative

NGT News

Entergy New Orleans, in partnership with the City of New Orleans, has installed 30 charging stations at 25 locations across the city to complete the state’s first utility-owned public electric vehicle charging program. The last completed station in front of New Orleans City Hall is now live, joining additional sites including Pontchartrain Park, East NOLA […] The post Louisiana Utility Wraps Up EV Charging Initiative appeared first on NGT News.

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New CII Clause Adopted by BIMCO for Voyage Charter Parties

Supply Chain Brain

The clause, which aims to create more collaboration between charterers and shipowners to cut carbon emissions, was adopted by BIMCO’s Documentary Committee October 11.

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DOE Putting $7 Billion Toward Hydrogen

NGT News

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has earmarked $7 billion to launch seven Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs (H2Hubs) across the nation and accelerate the commercial-scale deployment of hydrogen fuel. Funded by President Joe Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the seven H2Hubs will kickstart a national network of clean hydrogen producers, consumers and connective infrastructure while supporting […] The post DOE Putting $7 Billion Toward Hydrogen appeared first on NGT News.

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Load Optimization: A Sustainable Way To Reduce Transportation Costs

Discover strategies to optimize load building and achieve significant transportation cost savings. Plus, learn how load optimization can help reduce CO 2 emissions and align with climate regulations and consumer expectations. Finally, discover best practices for sustainable load optimization.

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Toyota, Idemitsu to Mass Produce Solid-State Batteries

Supply Chain Brain

This comes months after Toyota claimed that it would be shifting towards using solid-state batteries after working on the technology for over a decade.

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WOF & BUD Cargo Forum: Delivering Knowledge

Logistics Business Magazine

The World of Freight (WOF) and cargo forum two-day conference highlighted key themes such as E-commerce, Sustainability, and Digitalization, presenting 46 renowned experts including representatives from Lenovo, Nokia, Maersk, and Huawei. Key takeaways emphasized innovation, adaptation, and collaboration. Steven Polmans of TIACA summarized the industry’s direction, stating, “Never normal is the new normal.” Drawing almost 400 attendees from 34 countries, the forum was a melting

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What are Potential Shipping Disruptions to Watch Due to the Israel-Gaza War?

MTS Logistics

It’s been almost a week since Israel was attacked by Hamas in a surprise attack. The attack brought parallels to the 1973 Yom Kippur War, when Israel went to war with Egypt and Syria over territorial disputes. Back then, that war, and others before it, resulted in some major impacts to shipping, both in the region and globally. With history in mind, now is a good time to be prepared for potential shipping and trade disruptions.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 7 – 13)

Logistics Viewpoints

Have you ever heard of paraskevidekatriaphobia? It’s likely that only the ultra-superstitious have herd of the term, which is a fear of Friday the 13th. Like many superstitions that have evolved over time and across cultures, it is difficult to pinpoint the precise origins of Friday the 13th. But one source mentioned the unlucky nature of the number “13” is a Norse myth about 12 gods having a dinner party in Valhalla.

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Autonomous AI Agents Are the Future of Procurement and Supply Chain Operations

As early as next year, procurement and supply chain operations will begin to adopt AI agents, often called “agentic AI,” to work alongside employees to make and execute decisions with precision across procurement and even the most complex global supply chains. Unlike LLM-based generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, these AI agents do not require prompts from humans.