The Logistics of Logistics
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Rahmel Wattley and Joe Lynch discuss the FreightFest 2023. Rahmel is a transportation entrepreneur and host of the popular trucking podcast, Truck N’ Hustle. FreightFest 2023 is presented by Truck N’ Hustle. About Rahmel Wattley Rahmel Wattley is a transportation entrepreneur and host of the popular trucking podcast, Truck N’ Hustle. Rahmel got his start in the trucking business in the early 2000’s.
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Amazon’s patent for anticipatory shipping generated quite the media buzz a decade ago. My first impression at that time was the mental image it provoked – a delivery truck pulling up to my house and placing a package that I hadn’t ordered on my front door, but ultimately decided to keep. My second impression was “how can this be patentable?” And then I didn’t give it another thought.
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Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Boxer Mike Tyson famously said, “Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” Everyone has a great supply chain plan as well – until exceptions and disruptions occur. Then you’re forced to either modify the plan or come up with a new one. That’s easier said than done, of course, because historically, Read more The post The Disconnect Between Planning and Execution: The Journey to Achieving Cohesive Supply Chain Management appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Now, That's Logistics
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
When it comes to your airfreight, I know one thing for sure – your cargo has special importance and is of a time-sensitive nature. Come back every month to this thought leadership site where I’ll break down the latest news, views, and trends – all things airfreight. John McDonald Senior Vice President, Head of Air Product USA at DB Schenker Enhancing Air Cargo Security: DB Schenker’s Canine Detectives Sniff Out Prohibited Shipments You’ve got to hear about this buzz from across
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Almost two-thirds of senior automotive executives say they cut their backlogged orders by 61% while another 34% expect to reduce their backlogs over the next 12 months.
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Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
OOCL Logistics customers will be able to apply for financing through the PODIUM platform, meaning suppliers can now receive funding less than 72 hours after shipping out a product.
WorkWave
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Time To Read: 4 minutes Learn how B2B retailers and B2C home delivery businesses use Simulations to test various scenarios, utilize resources effectively, maximize capacities, evaluate job bids, examine long-term impact and more. Humans tend to do our best work in less pressurized environments where we can experiment with different scenarios, make mistakes, learn from those mistakes and try again.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
The improved sustainability, cost-efficiency and positive global impact of lithium-ion batteries prove it to be a better overall product.
RasTrac
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Resale value plays a significant role in the TCO equation regarding marina fleet vehicles. In this post, we'll dive into the factors that influence a vehicle's resale value and how specific makes and models tend to hold their value better over time. Understanding these factors can help readers make wise choices that protect their investment in the long run.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
In this discussion, we'll share what the best shippers are doing to actively manage their shipping through Planning, Measuring, Optimizing and Monitoring their costs.
Women in Trucking
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Are you looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while also boosting your business this year? Consider supporting Wreaths Across America as a member of the Honor Fleet! Wreaths Across America Honor Fleet partners have an incredible chance to give back to veterans and their families while also gaining valuable brand exposure and opportunities for press coverage, public recognition, employee engagement and driver recruiting and retention.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Tyson recently closed down its Van Buren, Arkansas plant, one of six planned shutdowns to cut costs as Tyson deals with flat demand and a drop in wholesale prices.
MTS Logistics
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
While 2021 and early 2022 was a time period filled with endlessly rising shipping rates, 2023 has been a year known for lower rates. Now, a different picture has emerged as we head into the fourth quarter of the year in just a few weeks. Both U.S. barge spot rates and global container rates on key trade routes have risen over the past month of summer 2023.
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Generative AI goes beyond just automating tasks and providing real-time answers. Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? In this whitepaper — Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes With the Power of Generative AI — experts reveal how the strategic application of generative AI within procurement processes is paving the way for groundbreaking improvements.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
The feature can determine a price range for logistics services based on numerous variables including types of transportation, equipment, demand and competition.
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Supply quality and first-class on-site services are crucial if retail pharmacies are to survive in the face of online competition. Therefore, the role of pharmaceutical wholesalers is also significant – they need to ensure not only high product availability, but also the fastest possible delivery. The company in this example has tailored its fulfilment concept precisely to these demands and implemented it with state-of-the-art technology from its long-term intralogistics partner SSI Schaefer.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
South Africa is trying to increase its supply of renewable energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and its reliance on Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd.
NGT News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Danish multinational energy solutions company Danfoss is adding nine fully electric heavy-duty line-haul Volvo trucks to its fleet, targeted to operate on fixed routes between Danfoss sites in Denmark. Notably, at least one of the trucks will operate 24 hours a day, five days per week, without significant charging downtime. Three of the electric trucks […] The post Danfoss to Deploy Fully Electric Heavy-Duty Volvo Trucks appeared first on NGT News.
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
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
BiMCO forecasts the capacity of ship deliveries is expected to reach 2.3 million TEUs in 2023 and 2.7 million TEUs in 2024.
NGT News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Accelera by Cummins, the zero-emissions business unit of Cummins Inc.; Daimler Trucks & Buses US Holding LLC; and PACCAR are partnering to accelerate and localize battery cell production and the battery supply chain in the U.S. The planned joint venture will manufacture battery cells for electric commercial vehicles and industrial applications. The total investment is […] The post Major Transportation Players Reveal Plans for Significant EV Battery Production appeared first on NGT News
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Tara Manufacturing reduced its downtime by 75%, saving the company $100,000 in the first year after implementing Limble’s services.
Ship Monk
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Offering free shipping is a huge value proposition to customers that can boost your brand when applied strategically. The positives: providing free shipping can increase your conversion rate and differentiate you from competition. The negatives: implementing this shipping option is difficult to do without breaking the bank. Not to worry! ShipMonk is here to take the complexity out with our guide that details 8 easy ideas for incorporating free shipping into your business model while still being
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Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Bill Catania, chief executive officer of OneRail, explains how shippers are benefiting from a range of new options in parcel and courier services, and how technology is making it possible.
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Mobile robot manufacturers need to take a range of factors into consideration when selecting planetary gearboxes, writes Mike Gulliford, Managing Director, Apex Dynamics UK. The global mobile robots market is expanding rapidly and forecasts for mobile robot revenues were recently increased as a result. With such a wealth of opportunities in the market for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), manufacturers providing products that meet customers’ needs will see sa
3PL Links
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Revolutionizing Global Supply Chain: The Power of Flexible Technologies | Image source: Pixabay When it comes to the acquisition, sale, or transit of goods, inputs, and services between countries, businesses, and professionals that use software, strategies, processes, and best practices in international logistics continue to face challenges. Such constraints date back to the Covid-19 epidemic and are still present today due to political turmoil and the wars in Ukraine and Russia, which still inv
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Swedish hair and beauty specialist Lyko has chosen Vanderlande to automate its new warehouse in Vansbro, Sweden. The two companies signed a contract for the installation of Vanderlande’s FASTPICK goods-to-person (GtP) order fulfilment system, including robotic item picking. Lyko needs a new solution to cope with rapid growth and to meet its ambition to break into emerging European markets.
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This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.
Truck News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Road safety is an admirable goal by every measure, and the measures applied to meet that goal evolve over time.
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Escalating costs and continued demand for warehouse space are placing ever greater pressure on organisations to optimise existing warehouse efficiency by track and trace. Yet with warehouse operatives still hard to recruit, how can existing staff achieve the levels of pick and pack accuracy, and speed, required to meet deadlines without compromising the overarching precision needed, that underpins a great customer experience?
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