Mon.Jul 22, 2024

article thumbnail

SAP Tells their Customers, ‘Keep the Core Clean!”

Logistics Viewpoints

A key message coming out of Sapphire is “keep the core clean!” One key message emerging from Sapphire was “keep the core clean.” SAP’s user conference, Sapphire, ran from June 3rd through the 5th in Orlando. 12,000 SAP customers and partners attended the event, and another 15,000 watched remotely. SAP (NYSE: SAP) is the world’s largest provider of enterprise applications.

SAP 145
article thumbnail

Iowa 80's 45th Truckers Jamboree: Super Truck show results

Overdrive Online

The show featured numerous events, including live concerts, fireworks displays, an antique truck display, Iowa pork chop cookout and more -- in addition to the annual Super Truck Beauty Contest, the results of which can be seen here.

Trucking 120
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Happening Now: Port of Long Beach Sets New June Cargo Volume Record

West Coast and California Logistics

According to Supply Chain Dive , The Port of Long Beach achieved a record-breaking June by processing 842,446 TEUs, marking a 41% year-over-year increase. This surge, attributed to high consumer demand, potential tariff hikes, and labor contract concerns for East and Gulf Coast ports, surpassed the previous record set in June 2022.

Cargo 94
article thumbnail

Ohio City Purchases Class 3 Electric Truck from Mullen Automotive

NGT News

Electric vehicle manufacturer Mullen Automotive Inc. has received a municipal purchase order for its Class 3 electric truck from the city of Dublin, Ohio. “The all-electric Mullen THREE is a perfect application for our use,” says John Hyatt, fleet operations manager, city of Dublin. “For more than a decade, the city of Dublin has been […] The post Ohio City Purchases Class 3 Electric Truck from Mullen Automotive appeared first on NGT News.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Air Freight Could Take 'Days or Even Weeks' to Recover from CrowdStrike Crash

Supply Chain Brain

Both FedEx and UPS have warned customers to expect delays on package deliveries originally slated for the date of CrowdStrike's outage on July 19.

More Trending

article thumbnail

Watch: Tearing Down Silos in the Supply Chain: Can AI Help?

Supply Chain Brain

Why is the supply chain historically more siloed than other functions? And what can be done about it? Ashutosh Dekhne, Americas supply chain and operations practice leader with EY, offers guidance.

article thumbnail

'Roll On, Alabama!': Ft. Payne-Nashville with trucker Josh Gentry

Overdrive Online

Gentry, son of founding Alabama group member Teddy Gentry, now hauls with the family business in a truck rekindling a partnership between the group and Kenworth that extends back into the 1980s. Sit in on his recent Alabama-Tennessee run in this podcast.

Groups 69
article thumbnail

Port of Seattle Opens Applications for WMBE Business Accelerator Program

Supply Chain Brain

The program is designed to give women- and minority-owned small businesses the chance to learn the skills needed to work and grow within the maritime industry.

Maritime 105
article thumbnail

Why do truck drivers leave a fleet?

Commercial Carrier Journal

Drivers leaves carriers for many reasons, and pay isn't always the deciding factor of when to make a change.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

U.K. Department Store Trials Clothing Repair Service in Bid to Cut Carbon Waste

Supply Chain Brain

John Lewis stores will charge £10.95 ($14.15) to fix small rips and tears, £28.50 for a broken zipper on items like cushion covers, and £99.95 to restore a handbag.

article thumbnail

Top Lawn Care Truck Setups for Lawn and Landscaping Businesses

WorkWave

When it comes to running a successful lawn and landscaping business, having the right equipment is crucial. One of the most important pieces of equipment for any lawn care business is the truck setup. A well-equipped truck can make all the difference in being able to efficiently and effectively provide top-notch services to clients. In this article, we will explore some of the top lawn care truck setups that are essential for lawn and landscaping businesses.

article thumbnail

Building the Automation Framework

Supply Chain Brain

By emphasizing digitalization, predictiveness and autonomy, new levels of success in speed, accuracy, service and revenue can be realized.

article thumbnail

Handyman Services List: 21 Handyman Services To Offer Your Customers

WorkWave

As a handyman, offering a wide range of services to your customers can help you attract more clients and increase your business opportunities. In this article, we will provide you with a comprehensive list of 21 handyman services that you can offer to meet the various needs of your customers. By diversifying your service offerings, you can cater to a wider range of home improvement projects and establish yourself as a reliable and versatile handyman in your community.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Boeing Driving ‘Transformational Change’ That May Take Years

Supply Chain Brain

The overhaul will take years to take root, and will require support from customers who’ve been burned by Boeing’s delays and quality lapses.

96
article thumbnail

Transport Orchestration Platform with new Capabilities

Logistics Business Magazine

As the transportation industry evolves, software solutions are becoming increasingly critical in managing complex logistic systems. By integrating ZF’s deep expertise in vehicle systems into the development of its software solutions, ZF’s AI-powered orchestration platform SCALAR can help fleet managers optimize their fleet operations through predictive diagnostics and avoid unplanned downtime of their vehicles.

article thumbnail

Hurricane Beryl Kicking off Hurricane Season

FreightWaves SONAR

Learn more about SONAR critical events and managing disruptions The post Hurricane Beryl Kicking off Hurricane Season appeared first on SONAR.

Events 52
article thumbnail

Supply Chain Software Survey

Logistics Business Magazine

Be a catalyst for change – take part in Körber’s new Supply Chain Software Survey. The supply chain landscape is shifting at an unprecedented pace – and with increasing complexity. As a leader in supply chain solutions, Körber is committed to steering customers effectively through these challenges. Curious about what’s next for the supply chain industry?

article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

Small Shipyard Grant Program Distributes $8.75 Million from Biden Administration

MTS Logistics

The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) recently announced new grants totaling $8.75 million would be granted to a number of small shipyards across the U.S. The Biden Administration, through the U.S. Maritime Administration, announced that $8.75 million in new grants will be administered to 15 small shipyards across 12 states. The grants come as part of the Small Shipyard Grant Program, which aims to improve maritime infrastructure by helping shipyards modernize their infrastructure, increase e

article thumbnail

AA Cargo Flies Record Volumes of Mango

Logistics Business Magazine

Today on National Mango Day, American Airlines Cargo shares record volumes of mango shipments as it marks the half-way point in a multi-month project for the carrier in transporting high volumes of fresh mangoes this summer. The mangoes began first transiting in late May and will continue to move through the end of August, with volumes peaking mid-July to mid-August.

Cargo 36
article thumbnail

U.S. E-Commerce Vendors to Embrace International Markets, Says DHL Survey

Supply Chain Brain

A potential fly in the ointment is the looming possibility of increased tariffs on internationally sourced goods, which appears likely under a Republican government.

Survey 69
article thumbnail

A Presidential Debate on Supply Chain Issues

Talking Logistics

It’s been a very eventful, to put it mildly, couple of weeks in U.S. politics. We had the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump (who is now officially the Republican candidate for President), and over the weekend, President Biden announced that he was exiting the race due to mounting pressure from many in the. Read more The post A Presidential Debate on Supply Chain Issues appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

article thumbnail

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.