Tue.Sep 19, 2023

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Warehouse Job Types & Positions: Roles and Responsibilities

Cyzerg

There are many job types and positions that keep everything in the warehouse running smoothly. Understanding the different roles in a warehouse is crucial for optimizing efficiency and meeting customer demands. By recognizing the importance of each position, companies can ensure seamless operations and timely delivery of goods. In this article, we will explore the various job types and positions within a warehouse and how their roles contribute to efficient inventory and logistics management.

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Active Supply Chain Design: A Key Imperative for De Risking Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

Supply chain resiliency and sustainability are top priorities for CEOs today. To achieve these goals, corporate leadership must focus on two key areas: shift from internally focused supply chains to collaborative supply networks and actively design their supply chains. Resiliency, which is the ability to withstand supply chain shocks and bounce back quickly, has become the most important requirement for supply chains.

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'A unique beast': Behind the scenes on mobile TV production trucking

Overdrive Online

The mobile TV production segment of the entertainment-hauling niche is unlike most. Driving is a secondary task, as much of their time is spent building sets and stages and managing production. Hop onto the set of College GameDay with its seven truckers.

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Yang Ming Accused of Profiteering During Pandemic by Bed Bath & Beyond

Supply Chain Brain

Current law does not allow the FMC to enforce federal anti-trust laws against foreign-owned ocean carriers — which covers all major ones.

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Rethinking warehouse work culture: Can automation create better workplaces?

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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Teamsters call for investigation of Yellow bankruptcy

Commercial Carrier Journal

Yellow is six weeks into a liquidation process in which former rivals Estes Express Lines and Old Dominion Freight Line have submitted competing bids in excess of $1 billion for its assets.

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Freight Rates & Reducing Your Logistics Costs

Logistics Bureau

It’s not actually about the freight “rate” Sometimes in trying to reduce freight costs, people focus on the wrong things. Understanding freight rates requires you to also look at rate structures and consignment profiles. Because your freight carrier does!  Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: 10 Freight Management Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Freight Benchmarking: What Is It?

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C-Suite Execs and Supply Chain Leaders to Headline Manifest

Food Logistics

These industry leaders will delve into vital topics, ranging from supply chain orchestration and the incorporation of cutting-edge technology, as well as fostering strategic partnerships and expediting the advancement of DEI.

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Amazon to Hire 250,000 Logistics Workers for Holidays, Boost Hourly Wages

Supply Chain Brain

U.S. e-commerce sales are expected to surge 9.3% this year to $1.14 trillion, faster than overall retail spending growth.

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Optimization as a Service Powers Modern Logistics

MercuryGate

Logistics is more than just transporting goods; it's about delivering value amidst ever-evolving business demands. As market dynamics shift and complexities rise, traditional logistic management methods falter. Cutting-edge solutions blending expertise with technology and efficiency advance things to the forefront in this environment. The post Optimization as a Service Powers Modern Logistics appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Load Optimization: A Sustainable Way To Reduce Transportation Costs

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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Why AI-Powered Procurement Must Be Part of Your Talent Strategy

Supply Chain Brain

At a time when procurement is having trouble attracting and retaining top talent, there’s an opportunity to invest in people, by adopting AI-powered tools.

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Maersk and CMA CGM make a bold pledge to accelerate decarbonization in shipping

Shipping and Freight Resource

The maritime and shipping industry is at the crossroads of tradition and transformation, especially in terms of decarbonization of the industry. While the industry has historically been accused of being resistant to change, it is heartening to see the world’s 2nd and 3rd largest container shipping lines throw the gauntlet to others for a sustainable future. […] The post Maersk and CMA CGM make a bold pledge to accelerate decarbonization in shipping appeared first on Shipping and Freight Re

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stow Announces New Robotics Brand: Movu

Logistics Business Magazine

stow Group, a globally recognized leader in the design, manufacturing, and implementation of advanced storage solutions and automated warehouse systems, announces the launch of the new ‘Movu Robotics’ brand, developed to strengthen its Robotics business unit and to meet increasing customer demand for Automation and Robotics solutions. The new brand replaces the name ‘stow Robotics’ as of now.

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Shippers & Carriers – Carbon Neutral Shipping no longer a choice 

Locus

“We have learned that economic growth and environmental protection can and should go hand in hand.” Christopher Dodd, Former US Senator As the economy grows, it’s inevitable that the environment may be harmed in some ways. CO2 levels rise due to large volumes of e-commernce deliveries being transported and other industrial developments, causing long-term environmental issues.

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Autonomous AI Agents Are the Future of Procurement and Supply Chain Operations

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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Transporeon Launches Freight Marketplace

Logistics Business Magazine

Transporeon, a leading Transportation Management Platform and a Trimble Company, announced today the launch of Freight Marketplace, a neutral (of equal benefit to both shippers and carriers) deal-making hub for freight procurement. Both buyers and sellers of transportation services face ongoing challenges in aligning capacity and assessing fair pricing.

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Last Mile Maturity Report: Elevate customer experience, outrun rivals 

Locus

Shippers are already aware that the last mile is the most complex and expensive in the entire supply chain operations. One key factor for this is consumer expectations continue to reach higher benchmarks. According to Statista, 68% of online shoppers expect free shipping/delivery and 37% expect next-day delivery. In the face of complex routing and capacity issues, integration issues leading to data silos, visibility problems, and more, carriers and last-mile businesses really have their work cut

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Transporeon Unveils Platform Innovations

Logistics Business Magazine

Transporeon , a leading Transportation Management Platform and a Trimble Company, has announced new platform innovations that enhance its spot quotation, contract rate benchmarking and freight audit capabilities. With a robust network of 1,400+ shippers and retailers and 150,000+ carriers and logistic service providers, Transporeon’s neutral Transportation Management Platform (TMP), which provides equal benefits to both shippers and carriers and enables companies to simplify collaboration, will

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Watch: How Macy's Is Embracing Supply Chain Sustainability

Supply Chain Brain

Sustainability is more than a buzzword at Macy's, says Keelin Evans, vice president of sustainability at the retail giant.

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Freight Procurement Simplified: Bids from Hours to Minutes

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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CMA CGM and Maersk Pledge Shipping Decarbonization

Logistics Business Magazine

A.P. Moller – Maersk A/S (Maersk) and CMA CGM have decided to join forces on several areas relating to decarbonization, in full compliance with all laws and regulations. As frontrunners of the energy transition in shipping, both companies are convinced that joint action will help accelerating the green transition in shipping, learning from each other to go further and faster.

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Big Three Carmakers' Most-Exposed Parts Suppliers Stare Down $38 Billion Hole

Supply Chain Brain

If the situation escalates, the car companies or their direct suppliers may have to support smaller companies in the supply chain to protect their production plans.

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Mastering the Art of LTL Shipping: Tips for Efficient and Cost-Effective Solutions

GoShip Blog

Delivering goods on time, keeping costs in check, and ensuring customer satisfaction are essential when shipping. LTL (Less Than Truckload) shipping is often the option for many enterprises, as it bridges the gap between small parcel deliveries and full truckload shipments. Because in the shipping game, it’s not just about moving goods. It’s about choosing a practical and economical method.

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Beyond Picking: Exploring the Secrets Behind Successful AI-Enabled Robotic Picking Deployments

Supply Chain Brain

In this transformative session, we will share insights gained from millions of production picks, including critical factors to consider when selecting robotic picking solutions for the most demanding warehouse environments.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

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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Utilizing Software to Navigate Complex Scheduling: A Trucking Dispatcher's Guide

Trux

Complex scheduling is a major challenge for dispatchers. This article provides practical tips to navigate this challenge and ensure efficient operations. Download the accompanying eBook: A Dump Truck Dispatcher's Guide to Efficient Scheduling at the end.

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H&M Starts Charging U.K. Shoppers for Online Returns

Supply Chain Brain

Rival retailers such as Zara, Boohoo, Uniqlo and Next already charge for online returns. Analysts said other retailers were likely to follow H&M in charging for returns.

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Butcher Rolls-Out Digital Distribution Tech

Logistics Business Magazine

Walter Rose & Son, a British multi-award-winning butcher, has rolled-out a digital distribution system with software from Podfather. With a fleet of 28 vehicles delivering to catering establishments, high-end retailers, and homes across England, Walter Rose has transformed its distribution operation using Podfather’s route planning, vehicle check, delivery tracking, ETA notification and electronic proof of delivery solution.

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6 Unheard Tips to Optimize Reverse Logistics in Your Business

3PL Links

Reverse logistics is a logistical procedure that involves bringing a product back to the distribution site from the point of consumption, such as when a delivery attempt fails or when a product is returned to the store. Reverse logistics has become increasingly more critical in operations in recent years as e-commerce sales have grown. Invesp conducted a survey that revealed that 30% of online purchases worldwide result in returns or exchanges.

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The Ultimate Guide to Transportation and Load Building Optimization

Enhance your transportation and load building efficiency with our comprehensive guide. Learn to tackle today's supply chain challenges and optimize your approach with advanced planning strategies. This guide covers: Supply Chain Challenges: Discover how transportation planning can address critical issues and improve efficiency. Load Building Benefits: Understand how effective load building can enhance your transportation processes.

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Expanding Opportunities in Ecommerce

Logistics Business Magazine

Global Reach Logistics (GRL) is thrilled to announce its partnership with TikTok Shop, opening new avenues for our current and prospective customers. This collaboration allows businesses to seamlessly integrate the popular Ecommerce platform, TikTok Shop, with an advanced Operation Management System (OMS). The exponential growth and active user base of TikTok Shop present an exciting opportunity for businesses to leverage the world’s fastest-growing social media platform for increased sale