Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 27, 2024

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article comes from Carlos Díaz Madero, Subdirector Marketing at netLogistiK , and looks at the key trends that are transforming supply chain management. In an ideal world, ensuring the immediate availability of products to customers would be simple, as demand would be easily predictable, all customers would be the same, there w

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 27, 2024

The Power of a 3PL Partner: When and Why to Collaborate Search Search Bryce Williford - June 27, 2024 Efficiency and flexibility are paramount when it comes to logistics. Companies across various industries are constantly seeking ways to streamline their operations, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. One strategy gaining increasing popularity is partnering with third-party logistics providers, commonly known as 3PL partners.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 27, 2024

According to the company, Walmart is the first major retailer in Canada to use hydrogen fuel cell semi-trucks in their delivery fleets.

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Overdrive Online

JUNE 27, 2024

Owner Camamile hauled four Amazon loads he figures he may never see payment for after the recent 'Iluminati' series of hacks -- not only of DAT broker accounts, as previously reported, but carrier accounts within the Amazon Relay system.

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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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WorkWave

JUNE 27, 2024

Driver availability in the delivery, transportation and logistics sectors has become a critical issue with widespread ramifications for businesses and consumers alike. According to the American Trucking Association, the industry faced a shortage of over 80,000 drivers in 2021, projected to grow to 160,000 by 2030 if current trends continue. Addressing this shortage is vital for maintaining efficient operations, controlling costs and ensuring customer satisfaction.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

JUNE 27, 2024

USDOT says the reclassification of marijuana wouldn't change the department's drug testing rules.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 27, 2024

Modern-day supply chains have to deliver value on multiple fronts. Michael Dominy, vice president analyst with Gartner, explains how they can indeed "have it all.

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Loginext

JUNE 27, 2024

LogiNext's Delivery Management System simplifies order transfers during emergencies like vehicle breakdowns or traffic jams. With flexible role setup, efficient order transfers, strict control measures, and full transparency, LogiNext ensures smooth, timely deliveries. The post LogiNext Makes Order Transfer a Breeze in Any Emergency appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 27, 2024

Companies still have a long way to go in identifying and addressing environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks in their feed supply chains.

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Stord

JUNE 27, 2024

After experiencing 3.5x year-over-year growth, innovative beverage company embraces Cloud Supply Chain capabilities and flexibility ATLANTA, June 27, 2024 — The Zero Proof , the leading non-alcoholic beverage online retailer and wholesaler, announces its new partnership with Stord , the leader in high-volume fulfillment services and technology for omnichannel mid-market and enterprise brands.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 27, 2024

The new section on Amazon's website will sell unbranded items at a fraction of their normal cost, shipping straight from China to the U.S.

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NGT News

JUNE 27, 2024

Volvo Trucks North America customer Martin Brower, a leading supply chain solutions provider for global restaurant chains, is taking delivery of 10 additional Volvo VNR Electric vehicles that will support food and beverage deliveries to select McDonald’s restaurants in the greater Montreal and greater Toronto, Canada, areas. As a key distributor for McDonald’s global operations, […] The post Key McDonald’s Distributor Expands Volvo VNR Electric Vehicle Fleet in Canada appeared first

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 27, 2024

HERE's Fleet Optimization package uses artificial intelligence to analyze historical traffic data to map the most efficient routes for fleet vehicles.

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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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NGT News

JUNE 27, 2024

GreenPower Motor Company Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of purpose-built, all-electric, zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, has delivered the first Type D BEAST electric school bus manufactured at the company’s South Charleston, West Virginia, manufacturing plant to the Kanawha County (W.V.) School District. “Today marks yet another milestone for GreenPower in the all-electric school bus […] The post GreenPower Delivers First BEAST Bus Manufactured at Its West

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 27, 2024

The NTSB says that Boeing's access to information on the investigation into January's door plug blowout aboard a 737 Max 9 has now been cut off.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 27, 2024

Chart of the Week: Inbound Ocean TEUs Index – USA SONAR : VOTRI.URSE, VOTRI.URNE, VOTRI.URSW, VOTRI.URWT, VOTRI.URMW Southeastern dry van regional rejection rates — the rate at which truckload carriers turn down loads from contracted shippers — have surged past all other regions this summer, hitting their highest level since July 2022. This breaks a trend of nearly two years of low volatility for the region.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 27, 2024

FedEx is “conducting an assessment of the role of FedEx Freight in value-creation plans,” it said during Q2 earnings call.

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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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NGT News

JUNE 27, 2024

Commercial electric vehicle company Cenntro Inc. will sell its newest Logistar series model, the Logistar 210 (LS210), in European and other global markets. A next-generation commercial van with European N1 type approval, the LS210 follows Cenntro’s December 2023 approval for the European Union’s required Certificate of Compliance for Cybersecurity Management System (UN Regulation number: R155) […] The post Cenntro Ready to Roll Out New Logistar 210 Van in Europe, Global Markets appeared f

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 27, 2024

Time is running out for the healthcare supply chain to fully comply with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act.

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NGT News

JUNE 27, 2024

Solar microgrid manufacturer Paired Power has formed a partnership with the city of Campbell, California, to deliver sustainable, smart energy for Campbell’s first electric vehicle in its Public Works Service Center. Paired Power will deliver solar electricity through its pop-up solar canopy PairTree, combined with Level 2 EV chargers and management software from EV Connect. […] The post Paired Power Partners with California City to Provide EV Charging appeared first on NGT News.

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Food Logistics

JUNE 27, 2024

Personnel updates sees new appointments at DAT, Target and more.

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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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Overdrive Online

JUNE 27, 2024

Bought as a cab and chassis about two years ago, according to owner Chris Helton, the '05 PayStar had been off-road for about 15 years and was pretty rough before he and his son, Landon, set to work dressing it up as something of a company flagship rig.

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Go Hire- Logistics

JUNE 27, 2024

Is Text Recruiting Legal? What about TCPA Compliance? By : Kellie Mitchell Bubeck , Copilevitz & Canter, LLC, November 2018 As millennials move away from email for personal communications and rely more heavily on text messaging, employers must take advantage of this change to communicate and recruit younger candidates and employees. Companies and messaging platforms must also ensure they comply with federal calling and texting laws.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 27, 2024

The current agreement, which covers about 45,000 dockworkers at facilities including six of the 10 busiest US ports, expires September 30.

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