Supply Chain and Logistics
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Ancora Advisors (some info here), an activist hedge fund with over 300 high-wealth customers, is suggesting 7 new board members for the Class I rail Norfolk Southern (NS).
Overdrive Online
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
The truck, while not part of the numbered "Classic 359" series, "still made the Classic cut" as an "extension truck," according to Gerald Mock, who helped rebuild this one.
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Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Rising shipping costs, cumbersome processes and the growing demand for seamless service highlight the urgency for businesses to rethink their approach to last-mile delivery.
West Coast and California Logistics
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Economic uncertainty, sustainability initiatives, and a crowded consumer marketplace are just a few of the challenges facing apparel manufacturers at the moment. To mitigate these challenges, apparel brands are increasingly reliant on nimble, flexible 3PL providers that specialize in apparel logistics. Ideally, these partners are not only equipped with the resources and capabilities to execute efficient distribution operations but also possess the agility to adapt to real-time changes.
Advertiser: GEP
Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
BIMCO said that, so far in February, the number of ships transiting through the Gulf of Aden and the Suez Canal is 50% and 37% lower than last year respectively.
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NGT News
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
IVECO, the brand of Iveco Group that designs, manufactures and markets light-, medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles, has received an order for the supply of 178 S-Way compressed natural gas (CNG) trucks to the Post & Parcel Germany division of DHL. This order will expand DHL’s sustainable fleet, furthering its commitment to reducing carbon footprint […] The post IVECO Receives Order for 178 S-Way CNG Trucks from DHL’s German Division appeared first on NGT News.
Linxup
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
With 360 visibility, fleet-based enterprises can protect their fleet and their workers, proactively reduce the likelihood of accidents, optimize delivery routes and equipment usage, and establish highly efficient maintenance, inspection, and operation workflows that save time, money, and headaches.
Commercial Carrier Journal
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
RXO’s visual AI technology has reduced wait times at its Laredo, Texas, facility by roughly 30% and improved input data accuracy.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Supply chains are in flux, challenged by labor shortages, rising transportation costs, geopolitical tensions, global economic conditions, natural disasters, sustainability requirements, and technological disruptions. Chances are your supply chain is at risk, too.
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Artificial intelligence has quickly become a feature of everyday life: Using face ID to unlock a phone, communicating with online chatbots, and letting “smart” appliances help manage our homes are just a few of the ways that we interact with AI regularly. Forward-looking businesses are also using AI to transform their operations and gain a competitive edge.
Commercial Carrier Journal
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Three months removed from a five-week-long strike at Mack Trucks, the United Auto Workers union is looking for a new contract with the maker of Freightliner and Western Star trucks.
Ship Monk
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
As much as we’d like to think that ecommerce is taking over the world, it still only accounts for around 21% of retail sales according to a 2023 Digital Commerce 360 analysis of U.S. Department of Commerce figures. At the risk of stating the obvious, this means that 78.6% of retail sales are still happening in brick-and-mortar stores. The truth is, brick-and-mortar stores will always have some advantages, as will online stores.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Supply chain leaders looking to enhance operations with artificial intelligence need to start small with large language models, says Dave Evans, chief executive officer of Fictiv.
Bulk Connection
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
The kosher tank wash process is a specific cleaning procedure used to ensure that transportation and storage tanks comply with kosher dietary laws. This is especially important in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, where tanks might be used to transport or store products that must meet kosher certification standards. The process involves several key steps to ensure that the tanks are free from any non-kosher residues and are suitable for holding kosher products.
Advertiser: GEP
Generative AI goes beyond just automating tasks and providing real-time answers. Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? In this whitepaper — Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes With the Power of Generative AI — experts reveal how the strategic application of generative AI within procurement processes is paving the way for groundbreaking improvements.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
AIT says the acquisition of European-based marine spare parts logistics specialist with more than 600 teammates in 11 countries is its most significant to date.
Blue Grace Logistics
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Technology Brings A New Dawn for Drayage Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - February 29, 2024 Tom Gresham | Inbound Logistics February 2024 The drayage industry has begun to come out of the shadows. Long “an uncelebrated hero,” according to Dana Ricksecker, general manager of drayage and intermodal for Florida-based BlueGrace Logistics , drayage’s place as “a cornerstone of the modern logistics landscape
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
A new report card on forced labor in apparel supply chains gives brands and manufacturers mostly failing grades in their efforts to put a stop to it.
Blue Grace Logistics
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search Adam White - February 29, 2024 LinkedIn Live Webinar On-Demand: Transportation Cost: The impacts & how to gain visibility to the right data What’s the Topic? Transportation costs are a critical aspect of supply chain management, impacting businesses of all sizes and industries.
Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller
As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe
Trinity Logistics
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
After several record setting years, 2023 saw shifts to the freight market. How did the 2023 freight market affect shipper and carrier businesses? Did other businesses have the same struggles as yours? Are they expecting to face similar difficulties in 2024? How are their partner relationships? Trinity Logistics wanted to get answers to these questions for you, so we asked a random sample of our shipper and carrier relationships to gauge the effect 2023 had on their business and what their expect
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
The one-two punch of geopolitical tensions and climate anomalies has put unprecedented pressure on global food supply chains.
NGT News
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
The city of Richmond, California, has selected EV ARC sustainable electric vehicle charging to power its car share program, which offers flexible transportation benefiting underserved communities. Beam Global, a provider of infrastructure solutions for electrification of transportation and energy security, produces EV ARC systems. These systems are purchased through the California Department of General Services […] The post California City Selects EV ARC Charging to Energize Car Share Prog
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Whether you’re a manufacturer, retailer or logistics service provider, you need a way to not only get ahead, but stay ahead of the rise in costs, absenteeism and customer demand.
Advertiser: GEP
Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.
FreightWaves SONAR
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
It’s building season. Housing starts are calling for lumber kits, industrial purchasers are ordering products for their projects, and construction companies are planning their moves and strategies for the year. Shippers often manage transportation for these projects with historical data, bids from trusted carriers and a lot of guesswork. That’s getting ready to change.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Modernizing today’s supply chain is about more than digitizing data or adding robots. Learn how you can drive your logistics success today by using the insights and vision laid out in this report to refine or redefine your supply chain and logistics automation strategies.
NGT News
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Motiv Power Systems, an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of medium-duty electric trucks and buses, says its electric shuttle bus built in partnership with Turtle Top and Davey Coach has successfully completed the Federal Transit Authority (FTA) Bus Test Program in Altoona, Pennsylvania. This shuttle bus performed well across all categories and received an overall score […] The post Motiv Electric Shuttle Bus Completes FTA Testing Program with Record Score appeared first on NGT News.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
You’re invited to an exclusive Webinar with Eric Topp at Amazon Web Services! Join us as we take a deep dive and will experience the final leg of the journey in learning how to better take our products and services to market. SupplyChainBrain Presents this Special Webinar!
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This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.
NGT News
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Capstone Engineered Solutions Corporation (CESC), a provider of standalone power solutions, has established a partnership with Cyclum Renewable Truck Stops, a provider of sustainable infrastructure for the transportation industry. Under this agreement, CESC will collaborate exclusively with Cyclum to integrate renewable microgrids and electric vehicle charging stations with advanced controls systems into its truck stop […] The post CESC, Cyclum Partner to Transform Truck Stop Network Infra
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
This eBook delves into how supply chain orchestration can help businesses unlock agility, transparency, intelligence, and trust across their end-to-end supply chain.
LabelMaster
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Lithium batteries power our lives—from smartphones and power tools to hoverboards and e-bikes. But their potential fire risk is so significant that airlines don’t even allow them in checked bags. The lithium battery chain is now expected to grow by more than 30 percent annually for the remainder of the decade, with a market size. The post With the growing proliferation of lithium batteries, here’s how we’ve got safe shipping covered appeared first on Labelmaster Blog.
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