Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Supply chain network design (SCND) is a powerful tool for improving business operations. Optimization and simulation are the two main branches of SCND. Optimization accounts for over 90% of all work that is being done by SCND teams. It can be used to solve a wide variety of supply chain problems. But it has gaps. Simulation techniques can fill those gaps and allow for a more holistic view of a company’s supply chain.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

This wouldn’t be an ecommerce blog if we didn’t talk about Amazon. With its ready-made infrastructure, hundreds of millions of customers, and fast, reliable shipping, Amazon is driving the retail bus, so to speak. So, if you own or manage an ecommerce brand, Amazon has to be one of the first sales channels you consider. Just hop on board the Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) bus, and you can outsource all the post-purchase headaches that come with running an ecommerce business.

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Women in Trucking

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

With help from ES and the Path To Ownership™ program, DeShawn Henry and Russell Jones became team drivers and secured funding for their first truck.

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Linxup

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Effective fleet operations play a crucial role in optimizing your organization's performance and productivity, all while minimizing expenses and mitigating potential risks. It's not surprising that the latest Fleet Management data indicates that the predominant priorities in [2024] include cost reduction, heightened operational efficiency, and enhanced driver productivity.

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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

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Manufacturers looking to deploy IoT in that time should partner with specialists to help them deliver their vision.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The next batch of graduates are a part of GenZ, and many facets of supply chain industry jobs are what they’re looking for in their entry level experiences.

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Food Logistics

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Having visibility from the time a load leaves the shipper until it arrives at its destination allows for recovery plans to be made in real time.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Forty percent of the high performers surveyed said that they are using AI/ML for demand forecasting, while that figure came in at just 19% for the lower performers.

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MercuryGate

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The impacts of a delivery exception are multi-faceted and significant, affecting businesses, customers, and the environment. For the last mile, failed deliveries increase operational costs and negatively impact resource allocation for redelivery or return management. The post Navigate the Unexpected: Master the Delivery Exception with MercuryGate appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Cost Reduction

Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The inaugural sailing for AP1 service is expected to commence in late Spring, around April or May, with specific details to be announced soon.

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Women in Trucking

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Did you know that women make up nearly 12.1% of professional drivers? This is according to the 2023 WIT Index, which also reports the percentages of women in the C-Suite, serving on boards of directors, and in functional roles including operations, technicians, and HR/talent.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Over 70 business and industry leaders are urging the bloc to introduce a European Industrial Deal to boost competitiveness during the shift.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

FreightWaves SONAR is dedicated to creating a fair and transparent marketplace for all transportation players to manage their businesses effectively and efficiently. In order to build that brighter future, we need to establish clear market signals that all players can agree upon to act fairly and equitably. This builds stronger relationships and boosts service and compliance levels.

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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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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Time To Read: 7 minutes Estimating electrical work blends precision with experience. As an electrical contractor, knowing how to estimate electrical work can make the difference between profit and loss. Accurately evaluating job requirements in the electrical sector is crucial, as it entails comprehending blueprints and estimating material and labor expenses.

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NGT News

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Ameresco Inc., a clean-tech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, has begun commercial operations at its landfill-gas-to-renewable-natural-gas plant at Republic Services’ Brickyard Landfill in Danville, Illinois. The Brickyard facility has a gross nameplate of over 500,000 dekatherms per year, with the potential to displace the production of traditional fuel sources and can process […] The post Ameresco Begins RNG Plant Operations at Republic Services Landfill

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Conger

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Are you interested in improving the performance of your forklift by maintaining its hydraulic system? Well, you are in the right place! Welcome to your comprehensive guide on forklift hydraulic fluid – the vital component that keeps your machine running smoothly. We will delve into everything you need to know about forklift hydraulic fluid, from its importance to maintenance procedures and common issues you may encounter.

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NGT News

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Alexander Dennis Ltd., a subsidiary of independent bus and coach manufacturer NFI Group Inc., has been awarded a contract to build 12 new battery electric Enviro500EV double-deck buses for California customer Foothill Transit. A leading public transit agency, Foothill Transit serves 22 cities in the San Gabriel and Pomona valleys in eastern Los Angeles County, […] The post Alexander Dennis Will Produce 12 New Electric Buses for Foothill Transit appeared first on NGT News.

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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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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Moving food and other items that can spoil, like medicines, needs special care. Reefer trucking and containers help with this. They are trucks and big boxes that stay cold inside, so the items don’t go bad on their trip. Reefer trucking is used for road travel, and reefer containers are for sea or train journeys. These cold transports are very important for getting perishable goods safely from one place to another.

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Log-hub

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

3 min read In the realm of supply chain management, the revolutionary capabilities of Log-hub’s 3D maps offer unprecedented efficiency and strategic insights, redefining how businesses navigate their global supply chain networks. Picture this – a bird’s eye view from outer space, offering a holistic perspective of your global supply chain network.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

St. Modwen Logistics, one of the UK’s leading logistics developers and managers, has started construction on the first phase of its 1.2m sq ft scheme in Meaford. The company is regenerating the site of a former power station at St. Modwen Park Meaford and will firstly deliver two new sustainable warehouses totalling 112,000 sq ft. Rated BREEAM ‘Excellent’ and with EPC A certification, the units will benefit from a wide range of measures to support occupiers in their net zero journeys and reduce

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

An investigator said in an email to Tri State Intermodal that the FMC was reviewing information and documents provided by truckers.

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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.

Cost Reduction

Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The retail company Sport-Tiedje is automating its new logistics centre with driverless transport systems from ek robotics. In Osterrönfeld near Rendsburg, nine transport robots from the VARIO MOVE series and four fully automated VNA MOVE narrow-aisle forklift trucks will optimize the home fitness expert’s transport and warehouse processes. A small sports store in the center of Schleswig has developed into Europe’s leading home fitness specialist over the past decades.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The money will support 32 companies working on 33 projects along the EU’s hydrogen value chain and likely unlock over $5.81 billion in private investments.

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Linxup

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Infographic: Journey through the last 50 years of GPS Tracking innovation, with Linxup contributing 20 years of expertise in shaping leading solutions.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The EU announced February 19 that it plans to begin its own naval missions to protect shippers passing through the Red Sea.

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Linxup

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Infographic: Journey through the last 50 years of GPS Tracking innovation, with Linxup contributing 20 years of expertise in shaping leading solutions.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Kinaxis, a global provider of supply chain management solutions, announced a strategic expansion of its PartnerLink program, designed to fortify the supply chain resilience of businesses worldwide. Launched in 2021, the PartnerLink program has rapidly evolved into a leading network of over 170 partners and 2,500+ certified consultants, offering unparalleled expertise in supply chain transformation.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The current earnings reporting season indicates the impact on supply chains may not be as significant as initially feared

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