Mon.Sep 25, 2023

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Modernizing MRO using AI with Paul Noble

The Logistics of Logistics

Paul Noble and Joe Lynch discuss modernizing MRO using AI. Paul is the Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Verusen , a supply chain intelligence platform, purpose-built to help manufacturers streamline their MRO supply and materials management. About Paul Noble As Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Verusen, Paul Noble oversees the company’s vision and strategic direction.

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Key Takeaways from Oracle CloudWorld 2023

Logistics Viewpoints

Oracle CloudWorld happened last week. There was a lot of content – too much to cover. But there were 5 main takeaways. I’m a supply chain industry analyst, so naturally my takeaways are influenced by my coverage area. Now that Steve Jobs is dead, Larry Ellison – the chief technology officer and executive chairman at Oracle – is the most interesting executive speaker.

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68 mph: DOT report sheds light FMCSA's speed limiter intent

Overdrive Online

The latest "Report on DOT Significant Rulemakings" offers the timeline and some details on FMCSA's speed-limiter intentions, likewise six other rules in the works.

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How China Uses Shipping for Surveillance and Control

Supply Chain and Logistics

Beijing’s global maritime operations double as intelligence-gathering outposts. I was not aware that Chinese interests have installed operating software at quite a few ports around the world.

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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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Lego Abandons Effort to Make Bricks From Recycled Plastic Bottles

Supply Chain Brain

The project to make bricks from recycled drinks bottles instead of oil-based plastic would actually have led to higher carbon emissions over the product’s lifetime, Lego said.

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Mexico’s Future as U.S. Go-To Trade Partner Depends on Investment, Infrastructure

Supply Chain Brain

The reason Mexico didn’t rise as a great near-shore market before was that supply chain resiliency just wasn’t top of mind in the last few decades, when landed cost was king.

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SSI Schaefer Publishes Sustainability Report

Logistics Business Magazine

SSI Schaefer Group, a leading global solution provider for all areas of intralogistics, today published its second sustainability report. The report documents the company’s progress in 2022 towards a more sustainable future. Activities focused on implementing measures that were defined in the sustainability strategy developed back in 2021. The sustainability strategy takes equal account of ecological, social and economic aspects.

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Using Artificial Intelligence for Returns Management

Supply Chain Brain

In order fulfillment and many other supply chain functions, artificial intelligence is now an indispensable asset in improving the quality and efficiency of returns for high-volume direct-to-consumer operations.

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 Artificial Intelligence: Key to Improved Route Adherence & Driver Experiences 

Locus

In the realm of contemporary logistics, efficiently bridging the gap between point A and B forms the crux of operational success. Autonomous vehicles are seen as the future of delivery, but current laws and technology still require human drivers. In this context, it’s important to recognize drivers as the foundational assets driving our supply chain ambitions.

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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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Saudi Cargo Firm SAL’s $678 Million IPO Sells Out in Hours

Supply Chain Brain

Saudi Arabia has outlined an ambition to become a global supply chain hub and develop one of the largest airports in the world in Riyadh.

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Clean Energy Fuels Appoints Mathieu Soulas to Board

NGT News

Clean Energy Fuels Corp. says Mathieu Soulas, senior vice president – new mobilities and marketing at TotalEnergies, has been appointed to the board of directors to replace Laurent Wolffsheim, who had served on the board since October 2021. “Mathieu brings a wealth of applicable experience to our conversations and decision-making process,” says Clean Energy Board […] The post Clean Energy Fuels Appoints Mathieu Soulas to Board appeared first on NGT News.

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Micron Begins Construction of $2.75B Semiconductor Plant in Gujarat

Supply Chain Brain

Tata Projects will collaborate with Micron Technology in constructing the plant, which it says will begin shipping out semiconductor chips in 2024.

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Mullen Receives EPA Approval for Class 3 EV

NGT News

Electric vehicle manufacturer Mullen Automotive Inc. says it has received full approval from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) with certification for Class 3 EV commercial vehicles. The company says Class 3 vehicle production began last month, with the first vehicles rolling off the assembly line on Aug. 21. In addition, the Mullen Class 3 […] The post Mullen Receives EPA Approval for Class 3 EV appeared first on NGT News.

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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.

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EU Rules on Electric Cars Could Cost Carmakers Billions

Supply Chain Brain

The U.K. is by far their largest export market for European car-makers, with 1.2 million vehicles arriving at U.K. ports last year.

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Making the Right Delivery Choice: Evaluating Third-Party Carriers

Locus

This is the era of rapid e-commerce growth, and last-mile delivery plays a pivotal role in shaping a customer’s entire shopping experience. From the moment an order is placed, consumers anxiously track its progress until the package safely reaches their doorstep. Multiple sales seasons bring with them a massive volume of orders that can be difficult to keep up with and lead to delays.

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UAW, Big Three Carmakers Can Notch ‘Win-Win,’ Buttigieg Says

Supply Chain Brain

UAW said September 22 the union would expand its labor action against GM and Stellantis, but spared Ford from additional walkouts after clinching more concessions from the company.

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Digitalization Efforts you can count on

Logistics Business Magazine

According to a recent report by MHI and Deloitte (1), 74% of leaders asked were looking to invest in supply chain technology and innovation. But how certain can you be about payback times, and how much disturbance will implementing these projects cause? Are there technologies that are easy to implement yet give instant ROI? The report found that many companies were investing money in several areas of their supply chain operations, specifically warehouse and network optimization, sensors and auto

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Freight Procurement Simplified: Bids from Hours to Minutes

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