Thu.Oct 05, 2023

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Editor’s Pick: How to Choose the Right System for Appointment Scheduling

Talking Logistics

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This recent post by Tony Wayda from JBF Consulting’s blog highlights the intricacies of appointment scheduling in supply chain management and the.

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How Technology Makes Continuous Innovation Possible: A Case Study with Unilever

Logistics Viewpoints

Imagine a world where all silos of supply chain functions work in unison on the same platform, where most decisions are made automatically considering competing objectives of various functions and results are optimized using cost versus service trade-offs, and the partnership model allows for continuous evolution of the model, user interface and analytics as business needs change.

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Introducing the 1948 Peterbilt of Jason Nickels

Overdrive Online

Nickels' father, Ron, bought the truck in 1984 and rebuilt it over a five-year span. It was a show truck throughout the '90s before being parked in 2001. Two years ago, Jason pulled the beauty back out and fixed it up to return to the show circuit.

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Look beyond basic skills when hiring employees

Truck News

I have always loved steering and gearing. It doesn’t matter much what it is, as long as I am piloting something.

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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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The Importance of Logistics Management Software in the Logistics Ecosystem - More Than Shipping

MTS Logistics

Logistics management software plays a big role in cargo transportation by streamlining and automating logistics processes such as order management, shipment tracking and inventory control. This automation enables more efficient operations, reduces operational costs through optimized routes, minimizes fuel consumption, and reduces paperwork.

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Personal conveyance issues go beyond Hours of Service

Truck News

The personal use of company vehicles is a standard practice for most businesses with a fleet. In fact, it’s generally presented as a perk.

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Updates Made to International Trade Administration’s Semiconductor Alert System

Supply Chain Brain

Information submitted to the system on new or ongoing supply chain disruptions can be used to better coordinate government resources, reducing backlogs and delays.

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Navigating the Risks of Engaging With Low-Cost, Foreign-Based Freight Forwarders for U.S. Imports

Dedola Global Logistics

When importing products into the U.S., selecting the ideal logistics collaborator can make or break the shipping experience. Many companies, enticed by foreign freight forwarders’ tantalizingly low rates, learn that saving pennies now can cost dollars later. Here’s why it might not be wise to fall for those “too good to be true” deals: Beware the Hidden Costs Behind Low Rates It’s tempting to choose the lowest price, but a deeper dive often reveals why foreign forwa

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Preparing for the New Frontier in Sustainable Packaging

Supply Chain Brain

As the need for better and more efficient ways to dispose of waste grows, so does the expense and resources needed to deal with it. Recycling alone is insufficient to manage packaging waste effectively.

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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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Capturing the Future in the Logistics Industry: Contemporary Challenges and Strategies - More Than Shipping

MTS Logistics

Although the logistics industry has experienced many fluctuations and transformations throughout history, today’s rapid advancement of technology and the effects of globalization bring the sector face to face with challenges and opportunities that have not been encountered before.

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Building Momentum for Digital Transformation of the Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Communication, buy-in, and skill building are key to the successful introduction of digital tools and processes to a manufacturing environment.

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API standard to boost supply chain scheduling

Commercial Carrier Journal

Open-source API standard aims to streamline and automate freight scheduling.

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WTO Cuts 2023 Forecast for Growth in Trade in Goods by Half

Supply Chain Brain

The WTO said October 5 that merchandise trade volumes would grow by just 0.8% in 2023, less than half of the 1.7% estimate that came in April.

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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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Happening Now: Panama Canal reduces the maximum number of ships

West Coast and California Logistics

According to the Associated Press , the Panama Canal recently announced that it will reduce the number of ships allowed to travel the Canal to 31 per day. This is down from 32 per day in August. The reason for this reduction is the ongoing drought that has limited the supply of fresh water available to operate the locks.

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Mobile Robots Complete Pilot Project

Logistics Business Magazine

Oceaneering International, Inc. announces that its Oceaneering Mobile Robotics (OMR) business successfully completed a pilot project using its omnidirectional UniMover O 600 and UniMover D 100 underride robots at the ZEISS facility in Jena, Germany, in cooperation with Ingenics Consulting. The pilot specially tested the mobile robot systems’ manoeuvrability, and obstacle avoidance features, as well as proved specific behaviours at the building’s fire doors.

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Enhancing High-Value Electronics Shipment Security with Tive's Real-Time Tracking

Supply Chain Brain

Challenge: A global manufacturer faced challenges related to the visibility and security of its high-value electronics shipments. It lacked real-time tracking capabilities, making it difficult to ensure the safe transportation of its products and meet customer expectations.

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Last Mile Deliveries Partnership

Logistics Business Magazine

ShipStation, a cloud-based ecommerce shipping solution, announces that it has partnered with leading independent parcel carrier, Yodel for last mile deliveries across the UK. This new partnership sees Yodel join ShipStation’s carrier services platform, enabling new and existing ShipStation merchants to choose Yodel as their carrier of choice for domestic deliveries.

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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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SupplyChainBrain and CSCMP Announce Supply Chain Innovation Award Winner

Supply Chain Brain

Roambee's presentation emphasized how the supply chain visibility company changed the supply chain operations of reusable packaging container (RPC) suppliers.

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DS Smith Launches R&D, Innovation Centre

Logistics Business Magazine

DS Smith, leading provider of sustainable, fibre-based, packaging, today announces the launch of its global Research & Development (R&D) and Innovation Centre, ‘R8’. The new facility is an industry-first and allows DS Smith, its customers, and partners to accelerate the research and development of radically new packaging fulfilment solutions.

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Navigating the Risks of Engaging With Low-Cost, Foreign-Based Freight Forwarders for U.S. Imports

Dedola Global Logistics

When importing products into the U.S., selecting the ideal logistics collaborator can make or break the shipping experience. Many companies, enticed by foreign freight forwarders’ tantalizingly low rates, learn that saving pennies now can cost dollars later. Here’s why it might not be wise to fall for those “too good to be true” deals: Beware the Hidden Costs Behind Low Rates It’s tempting to choose the lowest price, but a deeper dive often reveals why foreign forwa

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Podcast | Ensuring Warehouse Safety in the Age of Robotics

Supply Chain Brain

What’s the right approach — and the wrong one — to robot safety in the warehouse?

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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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The Impact of Macro Factors on Freight Shipping Rates in the US

GoShip Blog

Freight shipping is a pivotal cornerstone of the economy, driving commerce and facilitating the movement of goods across the nation. But it’s not merely about transporting items. It’s about understanding the intricate web of factors determining such transportation’s cost. Macro factors are particularly influential, casting ripples that can significantly sway freight shipping rates.

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Aurubis to Keep European Copper Premium at Record High Next Year

Supply Chain Brain

The company said it has told customers it will keep the surcharge at $228 a ton ahead of the start of annual supply negotiations in London.

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Decoding Freight Shipping Quotes: Factors That Influence Your Shipping Costs

GoShip Blog

In the fast-paced business world, mastering the art of securing favorable freight shipping quotes can be a game-changer. It’s not just about moving goods from point A to point B. It’s about doing so intelligently, with a keen eye on the factors influencing costs. Understanding the nuances of creating a shipping quote can help businesses budget effectively and make informed decisions.

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Carrier Global Launches Supply Chain Visibility and Mitigation Tool

Supply Chain Brain

Lynx Logix will identify trends, patterns and issues within distribution networks with features like lane risk profiling, distribution network mapping, AI, machine learning and situational awareness.

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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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Thank You Thursday Shout Outs – September

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 September across our 12 fulfillment center locations, now including ShipMonk Europe.

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Intermodal Association of North America Launches Online Course

Supply Chain Brain

The course is made up of eight modules covering topics such as seaport operations, container terminal operations, truck transport and rail operations.

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Workwear Specialist Chooses Daifuku Miniload System

Logistics Business Magazine

Portwest, a fast-growing online workwear company, has appointed global materials handling specialist Daifuku to design and install an automated storage system (AS/RS) at its distribution centre in Barnsley UK. Due to go live by summer 2024, the warehouse automation system is expected to more than double handling capacity, thereby enabling Portwest to meet anticipated demand for its products, which include high viz jackets, PPE kit and safety gloves.