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Inflation Tops List of Concerns for Supply Chain Leaders in New Survey

Supply Chain Brain

Leaders also said they've struggled to hire and retain skilled supply chain-focused workers in the last two years.

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How to pass a DOT roadside inspection

Commercial Carrier Journal

CVSA) Roadside Inspection Specialist Jeremy Disbrow fielded nearly 300 questions submitted by members of the trucking community, and provided an instructional how-to on passing a commercial vehicle roadside inspection.

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Rev Up Your Engines: Preparing for DOT Blitz Week 2024

Blue Grace Logistics

Rev Up Your Engines: Preparing for DOT Blitz Week 2024 Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - May 2, 2024 DOT Blitz Week 2024, also known as the DOT Week, is an annual event organized by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) that aims at promoting commercial vehicle safety through comprehensive roadside inspections. During this period, enforcement officials conduct thorough inspections of commercial vehicles across North America to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

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I-95 in CT closed for 'significant period' after explosion

Overdrive Online

At about 5:30 a.m. on I-95 in Norwalk, Connecticut, a tractor-trailer, a fuel truck and a passenger vehicle collided, causing a massive fire that's shuttered the interstate.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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How AI Can Power Eco-Friendly Deliveries

Supply Chain Brain

By harnessing AI for activities such as load optimization, route planning, predictive analytics and dynamic scheduling, businesses can start to find ways to trim their carbon footprint.

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Sustaining National Defence – logistics investment in the National Defence Strategy

Logistics in War

By David Beaumont On 17 April 2024, Defence’s Integrated Investment Plan was published as a companion to Australia’s National Defence Strategy. [1] This Plan provisions $11-$15 billion dollars in ‘additional logistics centres and capacity’ amid other investments that contribute to Defence’s ability to respond to contingencies, crisis and conflict. [2] This is the largest, single-hit, planned investment in Defence’s logistics capability and capacity since the Second World War.

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How to ensure your lights pass roadside DOT inspection

Commercial Carrier Journal

The top violation equipment violation last year, with somewhere around the 300,000 nationwide, was lighting devices.

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How Manufacturing Execution Systems Can Solve Staffing Shortages

Supply Chain Brain

Implementing advanced technologies such as an MES allows businesses to alleviate the immediate challenges associated with staffing shortages, and lay the groundwork for long-term workforce resilience.

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Johnson Hill Customs' custom Kenworth K100 'Build-Off' entry

Overdrive Online

One of the three trucks that competed in the Big Rig Build-Off at MATS, Johnson Hill Customs' 1980 Kenworth K100 is an impressive build for the invitation-only event.

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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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How to ensure your tires pass roadside DOT inspection

Commercial Carrier Journal

From tread depth to road gators, tires are a big problem during DOT inspections.

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Maersk Expects Red Sea Shipping Disruptions to Persist for Most of 2024

Supply Chain Brain

Despite those disruptions, Maersk still lowered its expected operating loss for the year from $5 billion to between zero and $2 billion.

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How Can Brands Leverage Food and Beverage Automation To Beat Competition From Food Aggregators?

Loginext

In today's competitive market, food brands are leveraging advanced automation technologies to streamline operations and enhance customer experiences. Learn how strategic implementation of food and beverage automation can give your brand a competitive edge against food aggregators, optimizing delivery efficiency and customer satisfaction The post How Can Brands Leverage Food and Beverage Automation To Beat Competition From Food Aggregators?

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Watch: Getting Ready for SEC's Emissions Reporting Requirement

Supply Chain Brain

To comply with a new reporting requirement by the Securities and Exchange Commission, public companies need to be able to measure their supply chain emissions, says Michael Wohlwend, managing principal with Alpine Supply Chain Solutions.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Enter Overdrive's 2024 Small Fleet Championship

Overdrive Online

Do you have what it takes? Enter the 2024 small-fleet competition to put your small trucking company in the running to claim the vaunted title belt. Fleets operating 3 to 30 trucks through 2023 year-end are eligible.

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Lufthansa to Cut Costs After $908M in First Quarter Losses

Supply Chain Brain

Lufthansa estimates weeks of airline worker strikes impacted first quarter earnings by as much as €350 million.

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Best TMS Software Of 2024

Kuebix

MS software, or Transportation Management Systems, are crucial tools for businesses that move goods. Their core purpose is to optimize and manage the entire transportation lifecycle, from shipment planning and route optimization to carrier selection and real-time tracking. By automating tasks, improving visibility, and streamlining workflows, TMS tackles logistical challenges like inefficient routes, manual processes, and lack of coordination.

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Why Financial Models Matter for Route Planning Viability

Logistics Business Magazine

It is important for vendors to make a financial model in order to get route planning visibility, writes Gary Taylor (pictured), VP Fleet Solution in EMEA at Descartes. Most distribution companies keep their route planning solution for 15 – 20 years before replacing it. Today, more so than ever before, within that timeframe businesses, industries, economies and technologies undergo significant change.

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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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Capitalizing on ERP trends in 2024

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

ERP trends 2024 – achieving business success through the use of innovative technologies Now that Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are firmly established, we expect to see a massive take-up of these technologies by manufacturers in 2024. Ever-evolving business requirements are another strong influencer as manufacturers strive to improve business processes and efficiencies.

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Solar Barrier Fabric for Perishable Cargo

Logistics Business Magazine

UV radiation poses a significant threat to our skin, with melanin pigments providing partial protection by absorbing and reflecting incoming radiation. Drawing inspiration from this natural defence, TLX Cargo developed SOLARAP , the next generation solar barrier material used in TLX8 thermal pallet covers. TLX8 is designed to protect both pharmaceutical and perishable shipments from extreme solar radiation on the tarmac and mitigate temperature excursions during transportation.

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Podcast | Can We Regulate AI Without Killing It? (And Will It Kill Us?)

Supply Chain Brain

Will generative artificial intelligence be the salvation or damnation of humanity?

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Lateral Transport with Space-saving Potential

Logistics Business Magazine

HUBTEX is expanding its MaxX series with a new model – the MaxX 60 electric multidirectional sideloader. The model is designed for handling long goods with a load capacity between 5 and 6 t both indoors and outdoors. The MaxX series incorporates the most popular features of the Phoenix electric multidirectional sideloader, yet maintains an attractive price-performance ratio.

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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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New York State Chooses Blink as Official Electric Vehicle Charging Provider

NGT News

Blink Charging Co., a manufacturer, owner, operator and provider of electric vehicle charging equipment and services, has secured a contract as an official EV charging provider for the state of New York. The agreement sets the stage for Blink and New York to electrify state and municipal fleets and public charging solutions for employees, residents […] The post New York State Chooses Blink as Official Electric Vehicle Charging Provider appeared first on NGT News.

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GBA Logistics Acquires Silver X Group, Bow Distribution

Logistics Business Magazine

GBA Logistics, a provider of logistics solutions, proudly announces the acquisition of The Silver X Group and Bow Distribution and Warehousing, both respected players in the UK logistics industry. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in GBA Logistics expansion, solidifying its position as a key player in the UK and European markets. Founded on principles of integrity, reliability, and superb customer-service, GBA Logistics has established itself as a trusted partner in the European

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FuelCell Energy, Toyota Launch Tri-gen System

NGT News

FuelCell Energy Inc. and Toyota Motor North America Inc. celebrated the grand opening of the first-of-its-kind “Tri-gen” system at the Port of Long Beach, California. Tri-gen uses biogas to produce renewable electricity, renewable hydrogen and usable water. The system was built to support the vehicle processing and distribution center for Toyota Logistics Services (TLS) at […] The post FuelCell Energy, Toyota Launch Tri-gen System appeared first on NGT News.

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Thank You Thursday Shout Outs – April

Ship Monk

ShipMonk is privileged to have a lot of hard-working, incredible team members at all our state-of-the-art locations. We love showing them appreciation at every opportunity, so we created “Thank You Thursday” to celebrate employees on a weekly basis. Check out the shoutouts from April across our 12 fulfillment center locations, now including ShipMonk Europe.

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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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Shyft Group Secures FedEx Order for 150 Blue Arc EV Trucks

NGT News

The Shyft Group Inc., provider of specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly and upfit services, has received an initial purchase order from FedEx for 150 Blue Arc EV Trucks to be integrated into the FedEx pick-up and delivery fleet in the U.S. This order reflects the shared commitment of both organizations to reduce carbon emissions and reduce […] The post Shyft Group Secures FedEx Order for 150 Blue Arc EV Trucks appeared first on NGT News.

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Airbus Reaches Deal With Canada Workers, Averting Lockout Threat

Supply Chain Brain

A rejection of the deal would have triggered a lockout starting on May 2 at the Mirabel manufacturing plant near Montreal.

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13 Creative Recruiting Ideas to Attract Talent

Go Hire- Logistics

[vc_row row_padd="md-padding"][vc_column][vc_column_text] 13 Creative Recruiting Ideas to Attract Talent [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Recruiting in today’s environment can be challenging, but using creative recruiting ideas to attract talent isn't hard, it just takes some analysis and out-of-the-box recruiting strategies.