Thu.Aug 01, 2024

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Greenscreens: Benchmarking for Shipper Success with Matt Harding

The Logistics of Logistics

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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Being Adaptive Drives Resiliency and Margins in Collaborative Supply Chain Networks (CSCN)

Logistics Viewpoints

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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The Current State of Live Tracking Technologies

Supply Chain Brain

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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Seeing what the shipper paid: DAT does broker transparency?

Overdrive Online

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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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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Going Beyond Green: Why the Logistics Sector Needs To Focus on How It Treats Its People

Supply Chain Brain

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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Maersk Sees Global Trade Disruptions Lasting Throughout 2024

Supply Chain Brain

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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Stord Fulfillment Centers Achieve cGMP Certification

Stord

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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Porsche Faces 'Severe Supply Shortage' after Flood at Aluminum Supplier Factory

Supply Chain Brain

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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Verbio Starts Producing Corn-Based Ethanol at Biorefinery Facility in Iowa

NGT News

Verbio has begun commercial production of corn-based ethanol at its biorefinery facility in Nevada, Iowa. The plant, a subsidiary of European biofuels and bioenergy producer Verbio SE, underwent a thorough commissioning process over the past six months resulting in the successful start of bioethanol production. The completion of this second phase of the Nevada plant`s […] The post Verbio Starts Producing Corn-Based Ethanol at Biorefinery Facility in Iowa appeared first on NGT News.

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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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Port of LA Struggles With Shift in Power Supply

Supply Chain Brain

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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LMIA abuse detrimental to trucking

Truck News

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

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U.S. Regulators Say Amazon is Responsible for Recalling Hazardous Products

Supply Chain Brain

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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A Shipper’s Guide to Seamless Operations

FreightWaves SONAR

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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How to Prepare for Proposed New Tariffs in 2025

The global trade landscape is shifting. If President Trump’s proposed tariffs come into effect, they will impact your logistics in significant ways. Our free guide provides essential insights for consumer brands and manufacturers. It is crucial to understand what these challenges mean for your logistics operations, and more importantly, how to prepare.

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USDOT Gives Awards to Transport Groups Fighting Human Trafficking

Supply Chain Brain

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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What stops Logistics Companies Achieving Sustainability?

Logistics Business Magazine

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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Locus for Retail: Enabling Convenient, Flexible, and Predictable Customer Delivery Options

Locus

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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Podcast | The Latest Plague: A Huge Increase in Supply Chain Cyberattacks

Supply Chain Brain

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

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Brace for Impact. Unpredictable Tariff Disruptions Are Here––Your Playbook

Tariffs will have a major impact on your supply chain, margins, and operations. Drawing on our work with global companies across manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, software, technology, financial services, and a range of service industries, we outline the key strategic and tactical actions companies are taking to navigate this period of heightened uncertainty.

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Port Newark Container Terminal Adds 20 Propane-Powered Tractors

NGT News

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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Field Service AI: 4 Powerful Ways Your Company Can Put It to Work

WorkWave

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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Understanding the Total Economic Impact™ of AutoStore Cube Storage

Supply Chain Brain

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

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Miller EV Solutions Expands Innovation Design Center

NGT News

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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Signal-Based Selling: How to Leverage 4 Key Buying Signals

As prospects define their problem, search for solutions, and even change jobs, they are generating high-value signals that the best go-to-market teams can leverage to close more deals. This is where signal-based selling comes into play. ZoomInfo CEO Henry Schuck recently broke down specific ways to put four key buying signals into action with the experts from 30 Minutes to President’s Club.

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Jebel Ali Port Welcomes Giant Cosco Roro Vessel

Logistics Business Magazine

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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Thank You Thursday Shout Outs – July

Ship Monk

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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Omnichannel Warehouses are the Next Level

Logistics Business Magazine

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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Lion 6 Electric Truck Helps Bunzl Deliver Sustainability

NGT News

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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GEP Outlook Report 2025

For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic