Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Schneider Electric has been working to simplify its supply chain over the last few years. This French public multinational was selected as having the best global supply chain by a leading analyst firm. Corporate Knights also ranked the company the most sustainable company in its peer group and the 7 th most sustainable company overall. Schneider Electric’s supply chain operation is of great interest to other practitioners.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The China-backed megaport has the potential to create whole new trade routes that will bypass North America entirely.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

YMX Logistics, a premium provider of integrated yard logistics operations, and Orange EV, a leading manufacturer of electric yard tractors, both dedicated to advancing sustainable yard operations, today announced a collaborative effort, beginning with the deployment of twenty (20) electric terminal trucks at distribution and manufacturing sites across North America.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

As warehouses improve their wireless connectivity ahead of a busy holiday season, they’re laying the groundwork for long-term success.

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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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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

All industries have their unique aspects which is why it is so important to select an ERP system that caters to your business’s specific challenges. For example, an ERP for automotive distributors needs to include not just a standard sales function but also allow for automotive-specific processes like call-offs and contract pricing, as well as other processes like returns and lot traceability.

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Loginext

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Logistics software is revolutionizing supply chains by eliminating blind spots. With advancements in AI, real-time tracking, and automation, the logistics industry is set to improve transparency and efficiency by 2025. Explore the trends that could transform logistics operations. The post Is 2025 the Year We’ll Finally Eliminate Logistics Blind Spots?

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In a note to employees in October, CEO Kelly Ortberg told workers that the company needed to align its staffing levels with its "financial reality.

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Overdrive Online

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Today on Overdrive Radio, the annual roundtable with Overdrive's Small Fleet Champ finalists, featuring mistakes made and overcome, trucking business lessons learned, and a strong pay-it-forward focus for the next generation of ownership.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

According to the DOE, industrial manufacturing accounts for roughly 20% of annual greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S.

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NGT News

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

YMX Logistics, a provider of integrated yard logistics operations, and Orange EV, a manufacturer of electric yard tractors, have established a collaboration, beginning with the deployment of 20 electric terminal trucks at distribution and manufacturing sites across North America. By combining YMX’s experience in enterprise yard operations, technology enablement and process optimization with Orange EV’s […] The post YMX Logistics, Orange EV Partner to Electrify Yard Ops Across N

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In June 2024, New York Governor Kathy Hochul called off an earlier version of the congestion pricing plan just two weeks before it was supposed to go into effect.

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Penske Move Ahead

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Penske Truck Leasing is lighting up a new solar-powered initiative seeking to boost efficiency, minimize energy costs, and reduce emissions initially at select truck leasing, truck rental , and truck maintenance locations in the U.S. with the installation and activation of its first-ever rooftop solar-powered systems. The company’s new state-of-the-art facility in Channahon, Illinois, is now fully operational and is predominantly powered by an onsite photovoltaic (PV) solar system, expected to g

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Tai cautioned against the use of blanket tariffs such as those proposed by Donald Trump, who has vowed to enact 60% levies on all Chinese imports.

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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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Overdrive Online

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

If confirmed by the Senate, Trump said Duffy in his role as DOT Secretary “will prioritize Excellence, Competence, Competitiveness and Beauty when rebuilding America’s highways, tunnels, bridges and airports.

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

ShipMonk is committed to providing premier 3PL services that cater to the needs of ecommerce brands of all sizes and types. However, some brands have unique requirements based on their products, for example HAZMAT products, products requiring FDA approval , and products that are sensitive to temperature. As part of our commitment to being a top, modern 3PL, many of our facilities adhere to the strictest, industry-leading standards for these kinds of sensitive products.

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NGT News

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has approved Bollinger Motors’ all-electric Class 4 truck, the 2025 Bollinger B4, for the Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP). Bollinger Motors is a subsidiary of electric vehicle manufacturer Mullen Automotive Inc. The HVIP program plays a role in the deployment of zero-emission technologies and […] The post Bollinger Motors Wins HVIP Approval from CARB for Electric Class 4 Truck appeared first on NGT News.

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

As environmental concerns become increasingly pressing, businesses are reevaluating their practices to align with sustainable values. Traditional pest control methods often rely on harsh chemicals that pose risks to both health and the environment. The shift towards eco-friendly pest control is not just a trend; it’s a necessary evolution for responsible businesses.

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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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NGT News

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

TurnOnGreen Inc. has been awarded the contract for installation, operation, maintenance and management of electric vehicle charging stations by the Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District (LVJUSD) in Livermore, California. Under the terms of the contract, TurnOnGreen will be responsible for EV chargers at select LVJUSD campuses. The company completed installation in July 2024 and […] The post TurnOnGreen Receives EV Charging Contract for California School District appeared first on

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NGT News

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Xcelerate Auto, a Texas-based provider of electric vehicle leasing, financing and warranty solutions, has introduced a new payment option for its XCare EV Protection plan. Through an exclusive partnership with Service Payment Plan (SPP), Xcelerate now enables customers to purchase XCare EV Protection with a convenient, interest-free payment plan, requiring no credit check and featuring […] The post Xcelerate Auto Teams with SPP to Offer Interest-Free Plan for EV Protection appeared first o

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