The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Richard Lebovitz and Joe Lynch discuss leading inventory attack teams. Richard is the CEO of LeanDNA , a purpose-built analytics platform for factory inventory optimization. About Richard Lebovitz Richard Lebovitz is the CEO of LeanDNA , a purpose-built analytics platform for factory inventory optimization. Over his 30+ year career in the supply chain, Richard has worked with manufacturers around the world in operations, supply chain, and lean strategy roles to develop systems that can manage c

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Per $1 billion in company revenues, no supply chain application has a better return on investment (ROI) than network design! The larger the supply chain, the bigger the payout. Further, these projects are not for the faint of heart. Executives must have the fortitude to make changes in the operating policies and the network infrastructure that may affect the lives of employees.

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Overdrive Online

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Convoy promised to "disrupt" trucking and make it more efficient. Yet the "move fast and break things" tech approach spelled disaster in trucking. After the broker's stunning failure, owner-operators are left wondering if they'll ever get paid.

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WorkWave

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Time To Read: 3 minutes HOLMDEL, N.J, OCTOBER 30, 2023 – WorkWave®, a leading provider of SaaS software solutions that support every stage of a service business’s life cycle, today reports that it continues to experience significant growth, with a 34% increase in software bookings Q3 year over year, and a 66% increase in new customers versus Q3 2022, in addition to continued best-in-class customer retention. “WorkWave’s consistently strong performance is impressive to me not just b

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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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Overdrive Online

OCTOBER 30, 2023

John Schiltz is Overdrive's Trucker of the Month for October, putting him in contention for 2023 Trucker of the Year. His perseverance as an owner-operator since 2010, with a keen eye toward maintenance, is one among many reasons for his success.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Quality management is one of those things that you only realize the importance of when it does not work. When quality controls are on track, they improve efficiency and cost, and things hum along. But when they go awry, quality issues can drive up material and labor costs, threaten margins, and result in missed orders. Having a modern quality management system in place is therefore critical.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Global shipping leader Hapag-Lloyd has implemented an innovative and industry-changing smart container fleet. Last week, Hapag-Lloyd announced a big step towards digitalization. The company announced that nearly 50% of its container fleet has been outfitted with tracking devices. On October 23rd, Germany’s Federal Minister of Digital and Transport, Dr.

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NGT News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Nicholas Trucking Co. Inc., an 80-year-old, family-owned Pennsylvania-based USPS mail contractor, is operating its first propane autogas vehicles in its fleet. Three Ford F-750 propane vehicles were deployed this year, and the company is looking to add five more in the next year. “Our goal is to transition away from diesel and continually add more […] The post USPS Mail Contractor Adds Propane Autogas Trucks to Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The program has been so successful, the company intends to expand it, adding more participants over the next 12 months.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 30, 2023

One of the biggest decisions you have to make as a new ecommerce business is how you’re going to fulfill (i.e., pick, pack and ship) customer orders. Most small brands start out fulfilling their own orders from a garage, basement, office, or some other rented space. Eventually, if the business is growing, they’ll come to a fork in the road where they’ll be forced to make a decision: whether to invest in their own warehouse and staff to handle fulfillment services , or whether to partner with a t

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 30, 2023

To make the most of available resources, provide more delivery choices, and achieve maximum efficiency, it is essential to effectively manage multi-carrier operations in real-time.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The Board of Directors of TGW Future Private Foundation, the sole owner of TGW Logistics, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Henry Puhl as the new Chief Executive Officer. Puhl will take over as CEO from February 2024, succeeding Harald Schröpf, who has led TGW Logistics as CEO for the past six years and has been instrumental in the company’s growth and success.

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Trux

OCTOBER 30, 2023

In today's fast-paced construction logistics industry, dump truck dispatchers play a critical role in ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction. This article delves into the importance of efficient dispatching and provides valuable strategies for delivering timely service. By utilizing advanced software tools like GPS tracking and communication systems, dispatchers can enhance efficiency and proactively address any issues that may arise.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Jey Yokeley, vice president sales with TransImpact, details the way that technology — especially in the form of artificial intelligence and machine learning — is aiding how both parcel carriers and shippers make key decisions in an increasingly complex industry.

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NGT News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Mack Financial Services is now offering ElectriFi Subscription, a usage-based leasing option exclusive to new Mack MD Electric models, enabling fleets to more easily adopt battery-electric vehicle technology. “Together with Mack Financial Services, we developed this unique program to assist in the deployment of BEVs through a solution that gives customers peace of mind,” says […] The post Mack MD Electric Trucks Now Have Special Leasing Option appeared first on NGT News.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Saudi Arabia recently introduced a new airline, called Riyadh Air, which aims to provide a level of service and connectivity that equals regional champions Emirates and Qatar Airways.

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NGT News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Cummins has tapped industry veteran Amy Davis to assume leadership of both its Accelera and Components segments, working to “continue the momentum and growth of both businesses.” “When we launched our Destination Zero strategy in 2022, we emphasized that we will win with the knowledge and capabilities we have as an incumbent, while balancing that […] The post Amy Davis to Lead Cummins’ Accelera and Components Businesses 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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Trux

OCTOBER 30, 2023

In today's fast-paced construction logistics industry, dump truck dispatchers play a critical role in ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction. This article delves into the importance of efficient dispatching and provides valuable strategies for delivering timely service. By utilizing advanced software tools like GPS tracking and communication systems, dispatchers can enhance efficiency and proactively address any issues that may arise.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Gain greater operational visibility while driving significant cost savings with improved delivery route management. Register here now to watch this free webinar on Wednesday 8th November at 12.00 GMT. Discover how to transform your route optimisation and delivery planning processes. From route optimisation and proof of delivery to resource-level planning and capacity management – leveraging integrated end-to-end-delivery route management is the key to your operational success.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Roadrunner takes a page out of the old school pizza delivery playbook with priority shipping: If it's late, it's free.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Locus Robotics, a market leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMR) for fulfilment warehouses, has increased its global presence with expansion across two continents. In Europe, the US-based robotics supplier has announced an expanded commitment to Italy and Poland, while in Central America, lifestyle brand, Solo Brands has deployed the award-winning AI-enabled Locus AMR Solution at its fulfilment warehouse in Mexicali, Mexico.

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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.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The U.K. environment secretary said a U.K.-based environmental science network would be launched, to gather data on the environmental impact of deep-sea mining.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The software vendor Setlog has been part of the Rhenus Group since October 24th, 2023. Setlog was founded in 2001 by Guido Brackelsberg, Ralf Duester and Jakob Gielen and has since developed into one of the world’s leading software specialists for end-to-end supply chain management solutions. The digitalization of the supply chain by Setlog is characterized by transparency, consistent data communication without media breaks and the replacement of manual processes.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The agreement between the UAW and Stellantis will see wages for most workers rise by 25% over the next four-and-a-half-years.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Penske Truck Leasing customer Balford Farms , a food distribution services and dairy products company headquartered in Burlington, New Jersey, is adding the first-ever electric truck to its fleet. The Orange EV yard tractor will support the company's warehouse and distribution center, which operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It will reduce Balford's carbon footprint by over 15 tons annually.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 30, 2023

One explanation for the divergence is that Americans are souring on the future. Polls show waning confidence in the economy.

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3PL Links

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Revolutionizing Retail: The Power of Micro-Fulfillment Centers | Image source: Pexels With all of the changes and technical improvements in logistics, particularly in the e-commerce and retail industries, there has been a need to adjust standards, demonstrating the necessity to think outside the confines of a distribution center or warehouse. Recognizing this, huge worldwide retailers like Amazon and Walmart have already taken the initiative and are investing in new storage and distribution tech

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The agreement is set to be ratified by employees in the coming days, but workers are set to return to work on the morning of October 30.

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