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12 Advantages of 3PL Fulfillment: Maximizing Efficiency and Growth for Your Business

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

In today’s fast-paced and competitive market, businesses must adapt quickly to changing customer demands and operational challenges. Third-party logistics (3PL) providers like Staci Americas have become invaluable partners for companies looking to optimize their supply chain and distribution processes.

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Bridging the Supply Chain Planning & Execution Gap

Talking Logistics

Historically, there has been a disconnect between Supply Chain Planning and Supply Chain Execution processes and applications. As a result, companies tend to plan, optimize, and execute their inventory, labor, transportation, and warehousing operations separately (that is, in a siloed manner). Is that the case at your company? What are the main problems caused by.

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Direct Spend Management: A Checklist for Enabling Shared Value with Direct Suppliers

Logistics Viewpoints

Harvard Business Review recently published an article, “ To Build Resilience, CEOs Need to Become Supply-Chain Experts ”. They noted the fact that companies whose leaders had supply chain experience took a more proactive approach to addressing potential supply-chain challenges, and in leveraging the supply-chain function to generate new business opportunities.

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Tariff Tensions Between China, U.S. Spark 'Sharp Change' in Trade With Mexico

Supply Chain Brain

Vesselbot's data shows that Mexico's Manzanillo Ensenada and Lazara Cardenas ports have seen record-breaking container volumes over the last year.

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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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Linn Acres Farm's 2025 Western Star 49X shows out at Waupun

Overdrive Online

Bucyrus, Ohio-based owner Dan Linn operates the one rig on the trucking side of his farming business, hauling dry bulk agricultural products from Ohio to locations in the Southeast, Indiana and more.

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Embracing Logistics Technology: A Primer

West Coast and California Logistics

In an era where technological advancements are rapidly changing the landscape of every industry, logistics and supply chain operations are no exception. Businesses face increasing pressure to integrate advanced technologies to stay competitive. However, the investment of money and resources required to implement these technologies can be daunting.

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Global Inventory Trends and Challenges Shaping SMBs

Supply Chain Brain

Netstock’s new inventory management 2024 benchmark report provides businesses with data needed to measure their performance against industry peers, identify areas for improvement, and set realistic, actionable goals.

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U.S. Conducts Airstrikes Against Houthis in Bid to Stop Attacks on Ships

MTS Logistics

The U.S. conducted airstrikes yesterday against the Houthi terrorists that have been conducting a series of coordinated attacks on shipping and other commercial vessels in the Red Sea for over a year. The airstrikes mark a significant escalation in the U.S.-led global effort to fight back against the reckless attacks that have caused shipping delays, forced re-routings, increased volatility and uncertainty, and shook up a shipping industry that was recovering from several pandemic-era issues.

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Indonesia Forms $1.2B Battery Venture with China’s CATL

Supply Chain Brain

The project in Karawang, West Java, aims to scale up battery production to 15 gigawatts a year.

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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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New York Trucking Association calls for delay in CARB Advanced Clean Truck regs

Commercial Carrier Journal

The New York group is asking state leaders to reconsider the timeline toward electrification on the grounds that the "current, rushed timeline" could handicap truck dealers and operators across the state.

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Podcast | Can India Rival China as a Manufacturing Superpower?

Supply Chain Brain

Is India on the verge of eclipsing China as a global manufacturing powerhouse?

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Porto Itapoá Announces Phase Four of its Expansion

Logistics Business Magazine

Porto Itapoá is beginning Phase Four of its expansion, which is likely to cost a total of R$ 500 million over the next 12 months. This project is the next stage in the continual growth of this terminal , which has already established it within the top four in Brazil and which could make it the largest and most efficient in South America, by 2033. Porto Itapoá is located in Babitonga Bay, Santa Catarina state/South Brazil.

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How to Drive Customer Experience Back Into Your Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

By integrating advanced strategies and digital technologies, manufacturers can cultivate stronger customer relationships and drive long-term success in the B2B landscape.

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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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Supply Chain Network Design Requires More Than Just a Smart Tool

AIMMS

Network design solves a variety of issues, from cost reduction to sustainability, and from inventory optimization to investment decisions.

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Create a Winning Business Plan for Your Delivery and Transportation Business In 8 Steps

WorkWave

Starting a delivery and transportation business can be incredibly rewarding, but like any venture, it requires careful planning. A solid business plan is your roadmap, guiding you through every stage of development, growth and profitability. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand, creating a well-thought-out business plan will be key to your success.

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Defining Modern Delivery Route Planning Capabilities

MercuryGate

We tackle the chaos of final mile delivery head-on and dig into how the right software can turn your delivery route planning from a daily fire drill into a well-oiled machine. The post Defining Modern Delivery Route Planning Capabilities appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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WorkWave Attends PestWorld 2024 as a Strategic Partner for the Third Year

WorkWave

PestPac by WorkWave will once again have a strong presence at NPMA’s PestWorld as an NPMA strategic partner, exhibitor and session leader. As a strategic partner and collaborator, WorkWave’s cutting-edge pest control software and services will be on display, including PestPac, Communication Center, Sales Center and Coalmarch marketing solutions. WorkWave is also an exclusive sponsor of the NPMA Gives Award, which honors a business that gives back to their communities through charitable donations

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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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Save Time and Money with Fleet Routing Software

Loginext

Fleet routing software helps logistics managers save time and money by optimizing routes, reducing fuel costs, minimizing idle time, and improving overall efficiency through AI-powered automation and GPS tracking. The post Save Time and Money with Fleet Routing Software appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Planning Submitted for Prime East Midlands Warehouse

Logistics Business Magazine

Indurent, a leading developer and operator of industrial and logistics space of all sizes across the UK, and PLP, the specialist industrial and logistics developer, have submitted a detailed planning application to North West Leicestershire District Council for the development of a Grade A c.644,000 sq ft logistics facility. This prime East Midlands site spans 38 acres and is located immediately adjacent to Junction 24A of the M1 motorway providing direct access to 85% of the UK population withi

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Samsung Electronics Workers in India End Month-Long Strike

Supply Chain Brain

The strike began on September 9, at a Samsung Electronics factory that manufacturers home appliances.

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U.S. EPA Awards Nearly $125 Million to Upgrade Older Diesel Engines

NGT News

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has made selections totaling nearly $125 million under the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) National Grants Program, which will incentivize and accelerate the upgrade or retirement of older diesel engines to cleaner and zero-emission solutions. These awards are in final workplan negotiations with the tentatively selected applicants.

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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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Amazon Latest Tech Giant to Invest in Nuclear Power for Data Centers

Supply Chain Brain

Amazon's SMRs will be able to generate around 320 megawatts of capacity in the initial stages, with the option to increase that total to 960 megawatts.

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ChargePoint Tool Lowers Cost of Fleet Electrification

NGT News

ChargePoint, a provider of networked charging solutions for electric vehicles is offering a low-cost charging solution to enable more fleets to go electric. Priced at $699, the Level 2 charger lowers the barrier to entry for fleet electrification while enabling access to an advanced fleet and telematics software platform. With ChargePoint’s CPF50 charger, fleet operators […] The post ChargePoint Tool Lowers Cost of Fleet Electrification appeared first on NGT News.

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Booking More Loads Using AI with Anthony Sutardja 

The Logistics of Logistics

Anthony Sutardja and Joe Lynch discuss booking more loads using AI. Anthony is the CEO and co-founder of Parade , the leading truckload capacity management platform for freight brokers. About Anthony Sutardja As CEO & co-founder of Parade, Anthony leads product vision and strategy to enable logistics service providers to work smarter and faster with modern tools.

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Nikkiso, SunLine Open New Hydrogen Fueling Station in California

NGT News

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases (CE&IG) Group and SunLine Transit Agency recently celebrated the opening of a new liquid-hydrogen-based fueling station in Thousand Palms, California. This transit fueling station represents an expansion of California’s hydrogen infrastructure, bringing a cleaner, more efficient fueling solution to the region.

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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.

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ANGI Appoints Managing Director as Part of Major Expansion into Europe

NGT News

ANGI Energy Systems, a Vontier company and North American supplier of refueling equipment and systems for compressed gases, is expanding its European footprint and supporting the growth of its hydrogen, biomethane and compressed natural gas (CNG) business with the appointment of David Muckle as European managing director. The move comes as Europe is witnessing an […] The post ANGI Appoints Managing Director as Part of Major Expansion into Europe appeared first on NGT News.

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