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Move Over 3PLs and 4PLs, the AI-PL Is Here

Talking Logistics

It was only a question of time, really. Last Friday, AILO, a startup logistics service provider billing itself as “the industry’s first AI-PL,” came out of stealth mode. The company, which has received over $200 million in funding from investors including Google, Amazon, and Andreessen Horowitz (among others), promises to usher in “a new era. Read more The post Move Over 3PLs and 4PLs, the AI-PL Is Here appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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LLMs, Optimization and Automation: Supply Chain’s Defenses Against Market Swings

Blue Grace Logistics

LLMs, Optimization and Automation: Supply Chain's Defenses Against Market Swings Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - April 1, 2024 Azad Ratzki | The Association for Supply Chain Management March 20, 2024 The unpredictable economic landscape of a bear versus bull market poses significant challenges to supply chain professionals.

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Why Congestion Could Be on the Horizon for Port of L.A. Headed into Peak Months

Supply Chain Brain

A growing economy, drought conditions at the Panama Canal, and systems not designed to plan for trucking schedules could all spell trouble for the Port of LA in the months to come.

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Blue Yonder Shakes Up the Supply Chain Software Market

Logistics Viewpoints

Blue Yonder’s CEO, Duncan Angove The supply chain software landscape is changing rapidly. On Friday, March 29 th , Blue Yonder, a leading provider of supply chain planning and today execution solutions, announced signing an agreement to acquire One Network Enterprises for approximately $839 million. This is a significant acquisition that will change the supply chain software landscape.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Inside FMCSA's registration overhaul to 'clean up the bad actors'

Overdrive Online

Big changes to how carriers interact with FMCSA's registration system are on the way, aimed at rooting out bad actors lurking in the system today. Said FMCSA Director Ken Riddle: "We're going to clean up the bad actors.

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March Madness-style driver competition improves safety

Commercial Carrier Journal

The company uses analytics from its Lytx driver camera technology to score drivers in a head-to-head competition with brackets that align with the NCAA college basketball tournament. Winners get big prizes, and safety scores improve.

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Temporary Passage Allowing Essential Vessels into the Port of Baltimore Being Cleared

MTS Logistics

In what would be a major boost for shippers and marine traffic, workers are working around the clock to clear a portion of the Francis Scott Key Bridge to allow essential vessel traffic to pass through. The first major part of the bridge is being removed around-the-clock. Once fully removed, it will allow for a temporary passage for essential ships.

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Ensuring Freshness: The Path to Sustainable Perishable Logistics

Supply Chain Brain

The trend in online perishable food sales poses a unique and complex logistical challenge.

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Happening Now: The Top 10 Supply Chain Schools

West Coast and California Logistics

Supply Chain 24/7 has released its list of the top universities for studying supply chains. Six of these schools – including #1-ranked MIT – are in the US, while four are in Europe.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Mexico to Halt Some Oil Exports, Further Squeezing Global Market

Supply Chain Brain

Petroleos Mexicanos gas canceled contracts to supply its flagship Maya crude oil to refiners in the U.S., Europe and Asia.

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Eclipse Management Strategies: Adapting Operations While Maximizing the Experience

Linxup

On April 8th, 2024, the world will witness a rare celestial event: a total (in some areas) solar eclipse. For fleet-based field service industries, this presents a unique challenge and opportunity. Depending on their location to the eclipse's path, businesses must adapt their operations to ensure continuity while maximizing the potential for experiencing this awe-inspiring phenomenon.

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Ballard Agrees to Supply 1,000 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Engines for Solaris Buses

NGT News

Ballard Power Systems has signed a long-term supply agreement (LTSA) with its customer Solaris Bus & Coach, a leading European bus manufacturer, for the supply of 1,000 hydrogen fuel cell engines through 2027 for the European transit bus market. The LTSA consolidates existing orders for approximately 300 fuel cell engines, while adding aftermarket and extended […] The post Ballard Agrees to Supply 1,000 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Engines for Solaris Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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UPS to Take Over As Air Cargo Provider for USPS as Deal With FedEx Expires

Supply Chain Brain

It's estimated that FedEx's role as the primary air cargo provider for the USPS had brought in almost $2 billion in business yearly.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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What is Preventive Maintenance: Staying Ahead of the Curve

Conger

What is preventive maintenance? Imagine a world where equipment failures are unheard of as peak productivity is standard. The essence of preventive maintenance is a proactive approach that acts as insurance against unexpected breakdowns that can quickly disrupt business operations. It is about conducting regular checks on machinery to prevent sudden malfunctions rather than waiting for them to occur.

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Survey: Retailers Turning to AI Amid Lost Revenue to In-Store Inefficiencies

Supply Chain Brain

Among those who were surveyed, 70% said they've lost at least 4.5% of their revenue to in-store inefficiencies in a variety of areas.

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Project Partners Launch First Commercial Hydrogen Fueling Station in Alberta

NGT News

A milestone event in the 5,000 Hydrogen Vehicle Challenge, Blackjacks Roadhouse in Nisku, Alberta, Canada, has announced Alberta’s first commercial hydrogen fueling station. This project is the beginning of an expanded hydrogen fueling network across western Canada, which solves the hydrogen economy’s “chicken or the egg” dilemma — enabling fueling infrastructure to keep pace with […] The post Project Partners Launch First Commercial Hydrogen Fueling Station in Alberta appeared first on NG

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Watch: Curbing Greenhouse Gas Emissions in the Shipping Industry

Supply Chain Brain

Consumers, governments and "green" financiers increasingly pressure all modes of transportation to reduce greenhouse emissions, says Constantine Komodromos, founder and chief executive officer of Vessel Bot.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for

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UPS to Take Over As Air Cargo Provider for USPS as Deal With FedEx Expires

Supply Chain Brain

It's estimated that FedEx's role as the primary air cargo provider for the USPS had brought in almost $2 billion in business yearly.

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United Air Asks Pilots to Take Unpaid Leave on Boeing Delays

Supply Chain Brain

United Airlines Holdings Inc. has asked pilots to take unpaid time off in May, a staffing cutback that could extend into late 2024.

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Biden Administration Announces $2.4B in Grants to Modernize Freight, Passenger Rail Infrastructure

Supply Chain Brain

Projects funded by the grants include bridge, track, and grade crossing improvements, expanded passenger rail corridors, and workforce improvements.

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