Talking Logistics

JULY 1, 2024

Way back in 2013, in a post titled “Siri Comes to Enterprise Apps,” I wrote the following: Instead of manually executing tasks with a mouse or touch screen, why not speak them? We already see this in the consumer realm with smartphones, and in the warehouse too with voice picking technologies. It’s only a question. Read more The post Chatting With Your Supply Chain Software appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 1, 2024

Locus Robotics Has Introduced a new Robot with a Heavier Payload Historically, a warehouse management system used slotting and waving functionality to optimize the work in a distribution center. Slotting improves picking efficiency by putting the most popular items in locations closer to the shipping docks and at a height on the rack that is easy for a picker to reach.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

The supply chain discipline has become a C-suite concern that drives competitive advantage and customer excellence — one that requires expansive leadership skills and technical prowess.

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West Coast and California Logistics

JULY 1, 2024

According to FreightWaves , the U.S. Supreme Court has made a decision that could help freight carriers challenge regulations more easily. In a 6-3 ruling, the Court overturned the Chevron doctrine, a 40-year-old policy that required lower courts to always side with federal agencies when regulations were unclear.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

Some assumptions and beliefs about the contribution that generative AI will make to supply chains are misplaced, says Dana Stiffler, distinguished vice president analyst at Gartner.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

As retail operations become increasingly complex, the need arises for serialized data capture. That’s where tools like the 2D barcode and radio frequency identification come into play.

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Stord

JULY 1, 2024

In e-commerce your profitability is made by managing margins. Every step of the process that brings your product from creation to your consumers’ front-door can cut into those margins and reduce your profitability. A brand’s goal is to maximize order value and repeat purchase rate, while minimizing variable product and shipping costs, optimizing ad costs, and keeping overhead costs low.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

In June, it was reported that the U.K. government was withholding the approval of a $253 million loan guarantee promised in order to shore up the shipbuilder's finances.

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Overdrive Online

JULY 1, 2024

Since the CSA SMS came into play a decade and a half ago, it's been on the FMCSA's wish list to use roadside data to determine a safety rating. The effort to revamp the rating process generated pushback from carriers in this recent public session.

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Women in Trucking

JULY 1, 2024

Melissa Eauclaire loves being a team driver with her husband. Check out her story and advice for women looking to get into the industry.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

The marker, which multiplies the volume of cargo transported by the distance it sails, is heading for an increase of 5.1% compared to 2023.

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Loginext

JULY 1, 2024

The pandemic reshaped manufacturing, highlighting the importance of logistics management software. Learn how LogiNext's solutions can help manufacturers overcome challenges like labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, and evolving technology needs. The post How the Pandemic Changed Manufacturing and the Role of Logistics Management Software appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

The ports will partner with regional air quality agencies to install 207 charging units at eight sites in Southern California.

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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.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

JULY 1, 2024

Company drivers were far more optimistic about their year-end earnings than leased owner operators.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

In exchange for pleading guilty to fraud, Boeing would be fined, promise to make safety improvements, and be placed under a three-year probationary period.

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NGT News

JULY 1, 2024

Volvo Trucks North America customer Hight Logistics, a privately owned port drayage services business, is expanding its all-electric fleet with the delivery of five zero-tailpipe-emission Volvo VNR Electric trucks. At the recent Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo in Las Vegas, Hight signed a sales order for an additional nine Volvo VNR Electric trucks in 2024 […] The post Hight Logistics Adds Volvo VNR Electric Trucks to Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

CHEP, a global leader in reusable pallets and containers, and Cabka, a leader in sustainable transport packaging, have won the Red Dot Product Design Award in the Industrial Packaging category for the CHEP ZirConic® foldable large container. Delivered on June 24th in Essen, Germany, this award recognizes the innovative design, functionality, and sustainability of the CHEP ZirConic® container.

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Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski

Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re frustrated with the complex and manual processes for obtaining bids for your contract and spot freight, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, optimizing these processes is critical to staying competitive and cutting costs. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by strea

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NGT News

JULY 1, 2024

XCMG Machinery has introduced a new hydrogen fuel cell dump truck model, the EHSL552F, equipped with a 120-kW hydrogen fuel cell and high-power battery system. This launch marks a significant step in reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 99.3 kilograms daily for large-scale transportation projects. To meet the demand for long-distance operational capabilities, XCMG’s latest hydrogen-powered […] The post XCMG Expands Renewable Energy Fleet with Hydrogen-Powered Dump Truck appeared firs

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

A haulage alliance between Davies Turner and D.Perfect & Sons, that is celebrating its tenth anniversary, is proving to be a wise and mutually beneficial deal for both parties. Recognised as one of the UK’s leading independent freight forwarding and logistics companies, Davies Turner said the alliance with D.Perfect & Sons, which specialises in general haulage and container transport, provides it with a dedicated HGV fleet to move consol containers between its regional distribution centr

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NGT News

JULY 1, 2024

United Kingdom-based coach and bus operator Stagecoach has placed another 158 orders with Pelican Bus and Coach. In addition to the recent 23 single-deckers delivered to Sheffield, Pelican has been awarded further orders totaling 158 single-deck electric vehicles. These orders will mean that Stagecoach will become the largest operator of Yutong electric vehicles in the […] The post Stagecoach Orders Another 158 Electric Vehicles from Pelican Bus and Coach appeared first on NGT News.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 1, 2024

Submit a demo request to learn more about how you can utilize SONAR data at your organization! The post 4th of July Holiday Traffic Jams appeared first on SONAR.

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Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

Clustag by Rielec, a global leader in innovative RFID solutions, has announced that it has been appointed by global warehouse robotics provider Exotec as a strategic partner to deploy item-level RFID solutions in selected Skypod® System projects. The technology will be deployed in some specific projects in the Netherlands for a globally known fashion brand Headquartered in Lille, France, Exotec combines hardware and software to offer warehouse robotic systems that drive operational efficiency, a

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NGT News

JULY 1, 2024

MAHLE Powertrain, the specialist engineering subsidiary of Germany-based MAHLE Group, is expanding its Northampton, England, facility to include a dedicated hydrogen powertrain testing capability. The capacity to hold two tube-trailers on site with rapid switchover functionality between them will ensure a near-continuous supply of hydrogen. In addition, upgraded engine dynamometers with a 900 kW, 4,000 […] The post MAHLE Enhances Hydrogen Powertrain Test Capability appeared first on NGT Ne

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

Indurent, a developer and operator of industrial and logistics space, launched today by bringing together specialist multi-let industrial property company, Industrials REIT, and logistics developer and manager, St. Modwen Logistics. The newly integrated business, which is owned by investment funds managed by Blackstone, and led by chief executive Julian Carey (pictured) and an experienced leadership team drawn from both businesses, has a portfolio comprising more than 27 million sq ft of industr

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Trinity Logistics

JULY 1, 2024

Don’t let your company get caught off guard by CVSA Operation Safe Driver Week, July 7th to July 13th, 2024! Shippers and carriers, mark your calendars! Operation Safe Driver Week is approaching. While this annual event is designed to make our roadways safer, it’s also a crucial week for those in logistics. This pivotal time can impact operational efficiency for shippers and carriers alike.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

The vote gives the union the authority to call for a strike within the next 60 days if ongoing labor negotiations with CN and CPKC fall through.

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