Cyzerg

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

As a warehouse operator, you face the daily challenge of increasing productivity, reducing costs, and improving efficiency. Warehouse automation offers an exciting opportunity in this pursuit, but as with any new and influential technology, it all starts with understanding the fundamentals. That is the purpose of this comprehensive article — to light the way as you navigate through the concepts, technologies, opportunities, and possible downsides of automated warehouses.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Supply chain organizations that prioritize safety and risk management through data analytics, telematics, and newer equipment position themselves as competitive leaders.

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Cyzerg

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

As a warehouse operator, you face the daily challenge of increasing productivity, reducing costs, and improving efficiency. Warehouse automation offers an exciting opportunity in this pursuit, but as with any new and influential technology, it all starts with understanding the fundamentals. That is the purpose of this comprehensive article — to light the way as you navigate through the concepts, technologies, opportunities, and possible downsides of automated warehouses.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

J.B. Hunt is seeking to convert more over-the-road shipments to intermodal.

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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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Overdrive Online

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The owner-builder's not a working owner-operator, but a proud truck owner nonetheless -- so much so that when Peterbilt got wind of this custom restoration, reps invited Landry to show in the 2023 Pride & Class event and parade.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The last few years have continued to reinforce the value of dependable supplier relationships, and timely payments are an important ingredient to the success of those relationships.

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NGT News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Coastal Waste & Recycling has taken delivery of its first battery electric refuse vehicle, the Mack LR Electric model. Mack executives handed over the vehicle during an e-mobility event in Pompano Beach, Florida, attended by Mack, Volvo Construction Equipment, Nextran Truck Centers and local officials. Volvo CE, another Volvo Group company, participated in the event […] The post Coastal Waste & Recycling Takes Delivery of Mack LR Electric Refuse Vehicle appeared first on NGT News.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Phone This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home February 22, 2024 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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NGT News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Workhorse Group Inc., an American technology company focused on pioneering the transition to zero-emission commercial vehicles, has added Riverview International Trucks as its latest vehicle dealer, bringing the company’s total dealer count in California to five. With locations in West Sacramento and Redding, Riverview is a family-owned-and-operated full-service heavy-duty truck dealership that has been serving […] The post Workhorse Group Adds Riverview International Trucks as California

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

What is warehouse orchestration, and how does it impact the supply chain industry? Sally Miller, chief information officer for North America with DHL Supply Chain, explains.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Finding ways to deliver more while keeping costs low is a driving force in the logistics industry, and many providers are turning to technology to find better solutions, according to Johnson Matthey Battery Systems. Advances in Lithium Ion (Li-ion) batteries have seen them leapfrog traditional lead-acid batteries, providing safer, better value power for autonomous options like Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs).

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Walmart said that it wants its suppliers to deliver shipments on-time 90% of the time and in-full 95% of the time.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Today there is an increasing market demand for simple autonomous solutions with self-navigating vehicles and an easy user-interface. In response to this demand Toyota Material Handling Europe has announced a cooperation agreement with Gideon, a Zagreb-based technology company offering state-of-the-art software solutions for localisation and control of Autonomous Mobile Robots – AMRs.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

A typical warehouse consists of multiple information systems. How do they work together smoothly?

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NGT News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Xos Inc., a manufacturer of electric commercial vehicles, and Winnebago, the flagship brand of outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer Winnebago Industries, have formed a partnership to develop a fully electric chassis for Winnebago’s Specialty Vehicles division. This chassis uses proven Xos battery and electronics technology and is customized for Winnebago’s commercial applications.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The larger of the two preliminary loan commitments announced went to a unit of the South Korean semiconductor company SK Siltron.

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NGT News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Braya Renewable Fuels has achieved commercial operations, successfully completing its Canadian refinery conversion project in Come By Chance, Newfoundland and Labrador, and beginning to provide reliable renewable fuel for energy transition. “We are incredibly grateful for all of the hard work and dedication of the Braya team that has allowed us to achieve commercial operations […] The post Braya Renewable Fuels Begins Commercial Operations at Refinery appeared first on NGT News.

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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 Brain

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia said the levy — which is paid for by traders or utilities further down supply chains — undermines energy security in the wider region.

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NGT News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

WeaveGrid, a software company whose managed charging platform enables rapid electric vehicle adoption on the electric grid, is collaborating for direct integration with Toyota Motor North America for both Toyota and Lexus battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). This direct integration with Toyota is now active in select utility territories across […] The post WeaveGrid, Toyota Partner to Empower EV Drivers, Bolster Electric Grid appeared first on NGT

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Regulatory compliance is a fact of life for most supply chains. A key enabler for a successful organization is to understand the complex regulatory environment and build compliance into their end-to-end supply chain operations.

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NGT News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

REE Automotive Ltd.’s first demo P7-C fully by-wire chassis cab has arrived in the U.S. and has completed its upfitting at Knapheide in Quincy, Illinois. Knapheide, a manufacturer of work truck bodies and truck beds, upfitted the P7-C with its KUV body, which creates optimized organization for technicians by dividing the storage space into manageable […] The post Knapheide Upfits REE Automotive’s First Demo P7-C By-Wire Chassis Cab appeared first on NGT News.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

In the dynamic world of warehouse operations, adapting to rapid changes is crucial. While technology is essential for success, the array of options available can be overwhelming.

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CLX Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Procurement management stands at the crossroads of technological innovation and strategic decision-making. As organizations strive to enhance operational efficiency, mitigate risks, and capitalize on emerging opportunities, the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in procurement has become increasingly prominent. Navigating Procurement Management Challenges with AI and ML Procurement leaders face a myriad of challenges in today’s fast-paced and difficult-to-predic

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Bobcat has rebranded its forklifts, industrial air compressors, turf renovation equipment and portable power products.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

EnerSys®, a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, will premier its latest NexSys® charging innovations at LogiMAT 2024. The NexSys® AIR wireless charger and the NexSys®+ Outdoor charger. In addition, the company will preview its brand new Accelerated Throughput Package (ATP) for NexSys® TPPL Batteries. Engineered for a wide range of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), the new NexSys® AIR wireless charger offers a space-saving design to provide integration flexibilit

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

A Houthi spokesman confirmed they had targeted the Islander and said they had also launched drones at a U.S. warship.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Manhattan Associates Inc. (NASDAQ: MANH) today announced that Gémo, a leading French footwear and clothing retailer, has chosen Manhattan Active® Warehouse Management (WM) to support its digital transformation journey in response to increased consumer demand for omnichannel and sustainable shopping. The decision will see Manhattan’s leading warehouse management solution deployed in Gémo’s three logistics centres.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

In March 2023, an FMC judge ruled in favor of charges filed against OCEMA and 11 international ocean carriers claiming they violated the Shipping Act of 1984.

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