The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2024

Matt Harding and Joe Lynch discuss Greenscreens: benchmarking for shipper success. Matt is Chief Technology Officer at Greenscreens.ai , a freight-tech company on a mission to rock the freight world through accurate predictions, actionable insights and cutting-edge technology. Summary: Greenscreens: Benchmarking for Shipper Success Discover how technology is revolutionizing the shipping industry in this insightful podcast.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 1, 2024

Changes are inevitable. One way by which we may have to change is our coffee drinking habits. According to Bloomberg , the coffee supply chain is struggling with constrained supply and increase in prices is inevitable. In today’s dynamic business environment, disruptions like material shortages or changing customer preferences can cripple your bottom line.

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Stord

AUGUST 1, 2024

Independent audits confirm 6 of Stord’s first party fulfillment centers to exceed the Good Manufacturing Practices requirements. ATLANTA, August 1, 2024 — Stord , a leader in high-volume fulfillment services and supply chain technology for omnichannel mid-market and enterprise brands, announced that 4 more facilities have been certified cGMP, joining 2 previous climate-controlled facilities, for a total of 6 first party locations meeting the FDA and USDA rigorous standards.

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Overdrive Online

AUGUST 1, 2024

This classic Peterbilt was rebuilt with a Western theme to pay homage to its original owner, Kenny Reagan aka "Twister," who hauled cattle with it for many years out West.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 1, 2024

Porsche expects the disruptions to affect every vehicle it manufactures, and says that it could be forced to temporarily shut down production for one or more of its vehicle series.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 1, 2024

The logistics sector is pursuing ESG projects, including reduced emissions and more sustainable packaging. But it doesn’t yet have a great reputation for the way it treats its employees.

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Overdrive Online

AUGUST 1, 2024

While the debate over broker transparency rages, DAT Chief of Analytics Ken Adamo said the load board is toying with a new product feature that would show what shippers paid brokers.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 1, 2024

The problem threatens the bid to phase out diesel-powered machinery by 2030, because the shift means cargo-handling companies are becoming more dependent on the electric grid.

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FreightWaves SONAR

AUGUST 1, 2024

Sales and operations planning (S&OP) is a critical process for businesses aiming to align their production and sales strategies to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction. For shippers, the S&OP process is particularly vital as it directly influences the transportation and logistics operations that are central to delivering products to customers on time and at the lowest possible cost.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 1, 2024

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filed a lawsuit against Amazon in 2021, after identifying more than 400,000 hazardous products sold on the company's platform.

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Locus

AUGUST 1, 2024

Convenience and ease are the pillars of great engagement, and AI can supercharge them all. – David Clarke, Chief Experience Officer, PwC This quote hits the bullseye on what retail businesses need to win in today’s marketplace. While cutting logistics costs is crucial, but implementation in of itself does not guarantee or sustain the customer base that businesses expect.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 1, 2024

The extra vessel capacity needed to sail around Africa has pumped up freight rates at a time when the market was entering a post-pandemic slump.

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NGT News

AUGUST 1, 2024

Port Newark Container Terminal (PNCT) has added 20 propane-powered terminal tractors to its fleet, significantly advancing its commitment to sustainable operations. This strategic move aligns with PNCT’s dedication to reducing emissions and enhancing operational efficiency at one of the busiest container ports in the United States. The new propane-powered tractors are cleaner than diesel-powered models, […] The post Port Newark Container Terminal Adds 20 Propane-Powered Tractors appe

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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

AUGUST 1, 2024

While the technology continues to push live-tracking devices forward, businesses need to evaluate the pros and cons of what’s available today,

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WorkWave

AUGUST 1, 2024

As artificial intelligence (AI) tools have become more accessible and intuitive for the average user, their applications have expanded exponentially. This explosion in AI functionality has permeated virtually every industry — and field service organizations are no exception. Utilizing AI for your field service operation isn’t without its limitations, but when applied in the right areas of your business — and with the right amount of human touch along the way — it can be employed to build a stron

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 1, 2024

USDOT's yearly "Combating Human Trafficking in Transportation Impact Awards" are handed out to groups that "advance innovative and shareable solutions" in the transportation sector.

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NGT News

AUGUST 1, 2024

Miller EV Solutions is expanding its EV Innovation Design Center (EVIDC). The EVIDC in Jacksonville, Florida, is a leading innovation center for electric vehicle charging. This next expansion phase will boost the center’s capabilities by integrating cutting-edge technologies and focusing on building a stronger, smarter EV charging infrastructure. “With the EV revolution in full swing, […] The post Miller EV Solutions Expands Innovation Design Center 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

Optimal Sourcing

Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 1, 2024

Sustainability is an important subject in 2024, especially when faced with rising pollution and climate change crises, writes Serge Schamschula, Head of Ecosystem at Trimble. Global logistics, which involves the transportation and storage of materials and information through supply chains, is part of the challenge that affects every industry. Despite the crucial role the logistics and transport sector plays in global trade, its contribution to the environmental impact equals 11% equivalent to it

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Truck News

AUGUST 1, 2024

Labor Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) are being abused by some people within the trucking industry.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 1, 2024

An omnichannel warehouse differs from a traditional warehouse as it manages incoming orders from offline store, online webshop, and other possible channels. Megvii Automation & Robotics delve into why omnichannel warehouses are necessary and how they impact warehouse configuration and operations. What is Omnichannel? Before defining an omnichannel warehouse, it’s crucial to understand omnichannel commerce, which these warehouses support.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 1, 2024

The occurrence of cyberattacks on global supply chains is hardly news. But their frequency might come as a surprise.

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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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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 1, 2024

DP World has welcomed COSCO Shipping’s state-of-the art vehicle roro carrier, the ‘Min Jiang Kou,’ to Jebel Ali Port for the very first time. The LNG dual-fuel vessel, one of the largest in the world with a capacity for 7,500 parking spaces, called on Jebel Ali Port on her maiden sailing from Shanghai, carrying 4,800 vehicles. Alongside its sister ship, the ‘Liao He Kou,’ the vessel is part of COSCO’s innovative new automobile fleet, designed with multiple advanced green technologies

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 1, 2024

Discover the proven benefits you could achieve by implementing AutoStore, with Forrester’s latest research study.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 1, 2024

ShipMonk is privileged to have a lot of hard working, incredible team members across our modern, global facilities. We love showing them appreciation at every opportunity, so we created “Thank You Thursdays” to celebrate employees on a weekly basis. Check out the shout outs from July across our 12 fulfillment centers. And if you’re interested in joining one of our amazing teams, visit our ShipMonk Careers page today!

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NGT News

AUGUST 1, 2024

Bunzl Canada has introduced the company’s first electric-powered transport truck for Bunzl Cleaning & Hygiene’s delivery routes in Toronto, Ontario. The vehicle will not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions but will also lower engine noise. This new Lion 6 delivery truck was designed and manufactured by The Lion Electric Company, a manufacturer of all-electric medium- […] The post Lion 6 Electric Truck Helps Bunzl Deliver Sustainability appeared first on NGT News.

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