The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Nate Shutes and Joe Lynch discuss helping logistics founders, which is exactly what Nate does with his podcast, The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. About Nate Shutes Nate Shutes is the host of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics podcast and is currently building a private community for logistics entrepreneurs. He is also the VP of Global Fulfillment & Logistics for Blu Dot, a modern furniture designer and retailer based in Minneapolis, MN.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

We’ve got horrible roads where I live, lots of bumps and potholes everywhere. Not surprisingly, I’ve had to replace the shock absorbers on my car more than once. What does a shock absorber do? They dampen all those bumps in the road so your car can travel as smoothly as possible. If you’re a transportation. Read more The post How To Prevent Your TMS From Becoming a Shock Absorber appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The notion of going green is a hot topic as companies and countries look at their overall environmental impact and search for ways to be more sustainable. Companies can begin to offset their carbon footprint by taking a deeper look at their supply chain, including product packaging, energy efficiency, alternative fuels, route optimization, and returns and recycling programs.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute found that, by themselves, lane-departure warning reduces crashes by 14%; electronic stability control by 19%; forward collision warning by 14%, and blind spot warning by 5%.

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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

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Omni-channel, demand-driven fulfillment using AI and automatic decision-making technologies will give retailers the edge they need to succeed in a very competitive landscape.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Appointment scheduling in logistics has long been a manual process, prone to error and miscommunication. Thanks to automation, that's changing, says Tom Curee, president of Qued.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

For most companies, implementing an ERP system across the business represents a significant investment into their business, and the costs can make a management team blink. However, as organizations strive to remain competitive and efficient in the ever-evolving market landscape, the integration of ERP software emerges as a transformative investment.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Channel Collaboration is the partner portal for Channel Data Management (CDM), offering users real-time data collection services including inventory, point of sale and end-customer price points.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

INX International Ink Co. Case Study INX International Ink Co. & BlueGrace Renowned inks and coatings manufacturer, INX , harnesses the power of BlueGrace’s Managed Logistics™ program to elevate their operations to new heights. Watch this case study video and hear from the company’s leaders and transportation management experts as they delve into the journey, the challenges they faced, and the outcomes achieved through utilizing BlueGrace’s Managed Logistics™ program.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Those interviewed said they expect a rebound during the second half of 2024 with half of the participants saying they believe freight volumes will increase by 5% during that period.

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Stord

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Snackpass, partnered with Stord to help keep up with its demand while modernizing their process through our warehouse management system, Stord One Warehouse.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Sheep prices have slumped, with older animals fetching an average of just $22 in October 2023 and some reports of animals selling for less than a dollar a head.

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Ocean Network Express (ONE), a Japanese shipping carrier, has expanded its global footprint with purchases of terminal operators in the U.S. and in the Netherlands. ONE, the world’s sixth-largest shipping carrier, closed on its acquisition of Trapac, Yusen, and Rotterdam World Gateway, three terminal operators crucial to operations at U.S. West Coast ports and ports in Rotterdam.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

A report from t he NERC and FERC recommended lawmakers complete cold weather reliability standard revisions enacted during Winter Strom Uri in 2021.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Global supply chains have largely recovered from the shocks experienced by the onset of the Russia-Ukraine war, with industries such as energy and food witnessing price and supply shortages ease significantly compared to the highs of 2022. This is according to Efficio’s latest report, Category Insights & Outlook H2 2023 which provides a summary of global supply chains as of Q3 2023.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

UAW 551, the local union that held a vote on the contract, said that 57% of the ballots cast by its members were in favor of the deal.

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Loginext

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

As technology continues to advance, delivery software has become a crucial tool for organizations to streamline their operations and enhance customer engagement. Let's explore the five essential technology trends to maximize customer engagement. The post 5 Essential Technology Trends to Look for in Delivery Software for Maximum Customer Engagement appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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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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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

BIXOLON Europe GmbH, a subsidiary of BIXOLON, the global manufacturer of advanced receipt, label and mobile printers, has partnered with the mail order and ecommerce retailer, Erwin Müller Versandhaus, to provide linerless labelling printers that improve operational efficiency and sustainability efforts during order fulfilment. The mail order, e-commerce home and houseware textile retailer has worked in conjunction with GreenForest IT GmbH and BIXOLON to acquire and install BIXOLON’s XL5-40CT D

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Shanmugasundaram says online sales of Breitling watches increased by 20% in the U.S. the month after the program was introduced, and online sales revenue increased by 15% to 30%.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Dexory has announced today that their global partnership with Maersk is expanding into the Maersk and iB Cargo managed site in Romania, a distribution centre for a top home furnishing brand globally. The Bucharest deployment is the first of many outside of the UK to go live with the innovative technology, as part of the company’s expansion across Europe.

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NGT News

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Rivian Automotive Inc., the electric vehicle manufacturer that counts Amazon as its core customer, says it will be expanding the availability of its electric van to the wider delivery fleet market. The Rivian van is the platform on which Amazon’s custom electric delivery van is based. More than 3,000 of these EVs are already operating […] The post Rivian Planning Ramp-Up of Commercial Electric Van Footprint appeared first on NGT News.

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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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GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Every successful shipment hinges on the precision of the initial data provided. An accurate freight quote sets the tone for a smooth shipping process and ensures businesses can budget, plan, and execute their logistics confidently. Inaccuracies, even minor ones, can ripple through the shipping process, leading to unexpected costs, delays, and logistical challenges.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In today’s retail landscape, sustainability is no longer just a buzzword – it’s a fundamental concern for consumers, that has an impact on retailers. The demand for eco-friendly products and environmentally responsible companies is on the rise. In fact, according to Descartes’ 2023 consumer sentiment study on home delivery sustainability , a sizable 41% of respondents indicated they regularly or always make purchasing decisions based upon the product or company’s environmental impact.

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