Talking Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

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.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 171

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics 4PL 3PL 171

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 1, 2024

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.

Supply Chain Planning Software 152

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 152

Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 1, 2024

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.

Trucking 122

Trucking 122

Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

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.

Optimal Sourcing 117

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software 117

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.

Automation

Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 1, 2024

U.S. East Coast ports are modifying their operations to absorb cargo diverted from Baltimore harbor, where salvage specialists are clearing debris from the destroyed Francis Scott Key Bridge.

Cargo 111

Cargo Operations 111

Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 1, 2024

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

Logistics 105

Logistics Trends 105

Linxup

APRIL 1, 2024

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.

Operations 100

Operations Strategy Presentation Events 100

Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 1, 2024

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

103

103

NGT News

APRIL 1, 2024

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.

Ordering 98

Ordering 98

Advertisement

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.

Cost Reduction

Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 1, 2024

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.

Cargo 98

Cargo 98

Commercial Carrier Journal

APRIL 1, 2024

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.

94

94

Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 1, 2024

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.

Survey 98

Survey 98

West Coast and California Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

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.

Supply Chains 92

Supply Chains Study 92

Advertiser: GEP

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.

Supply Chain Software

Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 1, 2024

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.

Industry 97

Industry Government Transportation 97

Conger

APRIL 1, 2024

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.

Material Savings 81

Material Savings Expense Reduction Resource Reduction Cost Reduction 81

Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 1, 2024

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.

Cargo 97

Cargo 97

MTS Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

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.

Government 80

Government Availability Capacity Transportation 80

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

Optimal Sourcing

Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 1, 2024

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

97

97

NGT News

APRIL 1, 2024

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

Events 52

Events Networks 52

Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 1, 2024

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

Freight 52

Freight 52