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Order Accuracy KPI: Realistic Metrics for Fulfillment Excellence

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Precision is the cornerstone of success in B2C order fulfillment. Order accuracy is a critical metric, but it’s far more than that. It's a pivotal factor in the overall customer experience. In this article, we look at why the order accuracy KPI is so critical, current standards for order accuracy, and how technology plays a role in driving this metric up and to the right.

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Unlocking Hidden Savings Opportunities Through Dedicated Fleet Assessment

Talking Logistics

Currently, shippers are experiencing a favorable market, with rates at rock bottom due to oversupply in the market. Businesses are using this to their advantage, relying on procurement as their main source of cost-savings. However, unless there is significant demand impact from a recession or a “hard landing,” rates have nowhere to go but up, Read more The post Unlocking Hidden Savings Opportunities Through Dedicated Fleet Assessment appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Order Accuracy KPI: Realistic Metrics for Fulfillment Excellence

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Precision is the cornerstone of success in B2C order fulfillment. Order accuracy is a critical metric, but it’s far more than that. It's a pivotal factor in the overall customer experience. In this article, we look at why the order accuracy KPI is so critical, current standards for order accuracy, and how technology plays a role in driving this metric up and to the right.

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November 7, 2023 Update

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Phone This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home November 7, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.

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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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Used truck market flips back in buyers' favor, yet money's tight

Overdrive Online

Used truck prices are back to a more manageable level for prospective buyers, but unless you have a strong down payment or are paying with cash, getting financed might be a challenge.

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ONE Completes Stake Acquisition of TraPac, YTI and RWG

Supply Chain Brain

ONE now has a presence in Northern Europe, Southeast Asia and the West Coast of the U.S. following these recent acquisitions.

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Ramcharger Hybrid Electric Truck Set for MY 2025 Introduction

NGT News

The 2025 Ram 1500 Ramcharger hybrid electric truck has made its debut, boasting a “class-shattering” range of up to 690 miles. “With unlimited battery-electric range, the Ram 1500 Ramcharger is the pinnacle of the light-duty pickup truck segment and the ultimate electric truck,” says Tim Kuniskis, Ram brand CEO – Stellantis. “The new Ramcharger is […] The post Ramcharger Hybrid Electric Truck Set for MY 2025 Introduction appeared first on NGT News.

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Bill Gates-Backed Mining Startup Wants to Expand into Congo

Supply Chain Brain

San Francisco Bay Area-based KoBold’s entry into Congo would align with the priorities of U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration.

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J.B. Hunt, BNSF removing millions of loads from the highway

Commercial Carrier Journal

Based on analysis of J.B. Hunt 360° transactions and annual bid activity, J.B. Hunt estimates that as many as 7 to 11 million loads of freight support conversion from over-the-road truck service to intermodal service.

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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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Minnesota Egg Farm Forced to Kill Chicken Flock Due to Bird Flu Outbreak

Supply Chain Brain

An entire flock must be killed whenever the avian influenza virus is detected on a farm in order to prevent the disease from spreading.

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5 Indicators it's Time to go From In-House to Outsourced Fulfillment

Food Logistics

Identifying the moment to pivot from in-house to outsourced order fulfillment isn't just about logistics — it's a strategic move to ensure a business's longevity and prosperity.

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Bangladeshi Wage Protests Halt Operations at 300 Production Sites

Supply Chain Brain

Previously, some Bangladeshi garment workers were paid just $3 a day, but protestors are demanding the minimum wage be at least tripled in the country.

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Transportation Management System Software: Driving Efficiency, Performance and Visibility

MercuryGate

Challenged by the complexities of managing transportation operations using outdated manual processes? A Transportation Management System (TMS) could be the solution to help you gain efficiencies and improve performance. The post Transportation Management System Software: Driving Efficiency, Performance and Visibility appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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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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The U.S. Transportation Sector’s Unemployment Rate Rose by 1.1% YoY

Supply Chain Brain

The unemployment rate within the U.S. transportation sector has increased by 2.1% when compared to pre-pandemic levels seen during October 2019.

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French Sustainable Warehouse Portfolio Acquired

Logistics Business Magazine

AXA IM Alts, a global leader in alternative investments with over €185 billion of assets under management, announces that it has signed a preliminary contract to acquire, on behalf of clients, six Grade-A logistics properties in France, from a Joint Venture owned by CBRE Investment Management and Virtuo Industrial Property. The c. 190,000 sqm portfolio comprises five completed properties, ranging from c. 20,000 sqm to c. 43,000 sqm, all constructed since 2020.

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Watch: The Benefits of Private Mapping

Supply Chain Brain

Nick Zabikow, senior director of sales for the Americas with HERE Technologies, explains the concept of private mapping, and how it helps shippers to customize their routing strategies.

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Partnership Supports METRO e-commerce in France

Logistics Business Magazine

XPO, a leading provider of innovative and sustainable end-to-end logistics solutions across Europe, announces a partnership with METRO Markets on the occasion of the inauguration of METRO France’s new logistics platform dedicated to non-food e-commerce, as France’s leading foodservice supplier. METRO Marketplace, which has already been launched in Italy, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, and Germany, is METRO’s online marketplace.

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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

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Supply Chain Firm Crowley to Pilot Terraline Class 8 EV in the U.S.

NGT News

Crowley’s land transportation group will be working with autonomous-ready electric truck company Terraline in a pilot project for the EV500 truck. Crowley, a global supply chain company, has signed an agreement to test Terraline’s trucks beginning in 2024, with a formal option to order the electric trucks for delivery in 2026. Terraline’s EV500 truck is […] The post Supply Chain Firm Crowley to Pilot Terraline Class 8 EV in the U.S. appeared first on NGT News.

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Royal Mail Loses 360-Year Monopoly on Post Office Parcel Delivery

Supply Chain Brain

Evri and DPD will be added as other options available at Post Office counters in November, the company said, giving customers a mailing choice for the first time.

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Solaris Acquiring More Hydrogen Fuel Cell Engines from Ballard

NGT News

Solaris Bus & Coach, a bus manufacturer deploying hydrogen-powered city buses across Europe, has signed multiple purchase orders totaling 62 hydrogen fuel cell engines with Ballard Power Systems. Ballard expects delivery of the majority of the engines next year. These hydrogen fuel cell engines will power buses in Germany and Poland. The number of engines […] The post Solaris Acquiring More Hydrogen Fuel Cell Engines from Ballard appeared first on NGT News.

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LCL Service for Dangerous Goods

Logistics Business Magazine

The international transport and logistics provider has once again expanded its range of LCL solutions and introduced a new sea freight consolidation service for dangerous goods from China to Europe. The service is suitable for a wide range of products and industries, including automotive components, car batteries and electronic goods with various types of integrated batteries.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

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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Blockchain in Logistics: Discover its Advantages and Applications

3PL Links

Blockchain in Logistics: Discover its Advantages and Applications | Image source: Pexels The widespread acceptance of disruptive technologies, including blockchain, has expedited the global trend toward digital transformation. The rise of cryptocurrency has given this invention much more significance. Its application is not, however, restricted to the world of finance.

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DHL Supply Chain and AutoStore Partner

Logistics Business Magazine

DHL Supply Chain, global leader in contract logistics, and AutoStore , a pioneering robotic technology company specializing in automated storage and retrieval systems, are expanding their partnership in a move set to further automated warehouse operations on global scale. DHL Supply Chain, already involved in nine operational AutoStore warehouse projects with four more in the planning stage, is poised to become one of AutoStore’s largest 3PL clients, reinforcing their commitment to digitalizatio

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DB SCHENKER’s Acquisition of USA Truck Boosts North America Cross-Border Operations

Now, That's Logistics

The acquisition strengthened many aspects of our business, including our cross-border services and technology offerings in Canada and Mexico. We built upon our Land Transport’s existing U.S. and Mexico freight network, further advancing the shared vision to become the premier North American transportation solutions provider. “The acquisition of USAT was a perfect fit for DB SCHENKER in our ambition to be the premier North American capacity solutions provider,” said Joe Jaska, DB SCHENKER E

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Global Cold Chain Alliance in Latin America

Logistics Business Magazine

AR Racking, a leading company in the industrial storage solutions sector, has joined the Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA) as a partner. This strategic collaboration seeks to transform the cold chain logistics arena in Latin America. The Global Cold Chain Alliance, with representation in more than 90 countries, brings together over 1,100 companies worldwide, dedicated to providing logistics services and essential supplies for the food industry.

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The Ultimate Guide to Transportation and Load Building Optimization

Enhance your transportation and load building efficiency with our comprehensive guide. Learn to tackle today's supply chain challenges and optimize your approach with advanced planning strategies. This guide covers: Supply Chain Challenges: Discover how transportation planning can address critical issues and improve efficiency. Load Building Benefits: Understand how effective load building can enhance your transportation processes.