7 Steps to Building a Connection Culture
Women in Trucking
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Successful companies in transportation prioritize fostering a connected workplace. Learn the 7 steps to building a connection culture.
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Reshoring and Domestic Manufacturing Incentives: Impacts on Supply Chain Logistics
Logistics Viewpoints
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Reshoring, the practice of bringing manufacturing operations back to the United States, has gained renewed momentum in recent years, largely driven by a combination of political priorities, economic strategies, and global supply chain disruptions. Spearheaded by initiatives like those championed during Donald Trump’s past presidency (and likely during his upcoming term), policies promoting domestic manufacturing—such as tax breaks, tariffs, and regulatory incentives—have redefined how companies
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Hyundai XCIENT fuel cell trucks hit the road in the U.S.
Commercial Carrier Journal
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Hyundai Motor Group is deploying 21 XCIENT fuel cell trucks for logistics operations at its Georgia plant, marking a significant step toward a sustainable future for the trucking industry.
Bridging the Gap: Turning Data Into Action for Grocery Retail Success
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Grocery retailers are sitting on a wealth of data, from customer buying habits to inventory levels. Yet many still struggle to make effective use of it.
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.
Texas Supreme Court hears oral arguments in Werner crash fatality case
Commercial Carrier Journal
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Werner is seeking the reversal of a $100 million windfall from a 2014 accident that saw one of its trucks struck by another driver who crossed the median.
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Lawsuit Claims Amazon Excluded Low-Income Areas from Prime Deliveries
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 4, 2024
According to the lawsuit, when customers complained about slower delivery times, Amazon intentionally misled them to believe it was a coincidence.
Your Legacy as a Veteran Matters: Share Your HERstory
Women in Trucking
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Join the Military Women's Memorial and Women In Trucking to honor women veterans’ service stories. Share yours today and make HERstory count!
Maersk Puts in Order for 20 Dual-Fuel Vessels
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The vessels will range in size, with the capacity to carry between 9,000 and 17,000 twenty-foot-equivalent units each.
GM, EVgo Hit DC Fast Charging Milestone
NGT News
DECEMBER 4, 2024
EVgo Inc. and GM say they have surpassed 2,000 public fast charging stalls opened through their ongoing metropolitan charging collaboration. To date, EVgo and GM have built fast charging stalls in more than 390 locations in 45 metropolitan markets across 32 states as part of a collaboration to broaden access to public charging in amenity-rich […] The post GM, EVgo Hit DC Fast Charging Milestone appeared first on NGT News.
Load Optimization: A Sustainable Way To Reduce Transportation Costs
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Businesses Face $20B in 'Swipe Fees' from Holiday Shopping Season
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The Merchant Payments Coalition estimates that swipe fees have increased by 50% since the pandemic, and hit a record $172 billion in 2023.
The industry’s top issues and how we can fix them
Truck News
DECEMBER 4, 2024
It’s no secret that the transportation industry has its challenges.
Future-Proof Your Warehouse: How Low-Code Platforms Unlock Warehouse Agility
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Labor shortages, supply chain disruptions and inflation increase operational challenges. While you can’t control external factors, you can improve warehouse agility. Low-code application platforms (LCAPs) make that possible.
What is Inventory & Inventory Management?
Logistics Bureau
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Inventory. What exactly is it? We all know it’s at the heart of most businesses, but what comes under the umbrella of inventory and how is that different to stock? Let’s look at what it is, and what it isn’t. What is Inventory? Inventory can best be described as any materials or goods that pass through or are held in your business and are necessary in order to carry out your trade.
Autonomous AI Agents Are the Future of Procurement and Supply Chain Operations
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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.
The Role of 3PLs in Managing Cross-Border E-Commerce
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 4, 2024
3PLs enable e-commerce brands to focus on growing their presence in global markets without being overwhelmed by logistical hurdles.
What is Purchasing in Logistics?
Logistics Bureau
DECEMBER 4, 2024
What is purchasing? And how is it different from procurement? These are pretty common questions for those new to the supply chain industry. I asked one of our purchasing management experts exactly that question so you can hear it directly from the horse’s mouth. What is Purchasing in Logistics? And its a great question to ask, because they are different, and there is confusion in many peoples minds about what they refer to.
GM to Take a $5B Hit in Chinese Business
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Sales of foreign vehicles in China have been hit by the rise of local automakers, with GM sales slumping 59% in the first 11 months of 2024.
What is Supply Chain Management?
Logistics Bureau
DECEMBER 4, 2024
At Logistics Bureau , we like to create blog posts that delve deep into strategic and operational issues, explore what’s happening in the supply chain world, and share insights that inform even the most seasoned practitioners and business leaders. Sometimes though, we also like to remember that not all our readers have been in the supply chain game for years, and that when you’re just starting to learn the business it can be a confusing and complex environment.
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
Penske Logistics Honored with Toyota North America Service Outbound Award
Penske Move Ahead
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Penske Logistics was recognized for its industry-leading work in the automotive aftermarkets supply chain by Toyota North America with a 2024 Service Outbound Award. Penske was a recipient during Toyota’s supplier conference in Plano, Texas. “It is truly an honor to be recognized by our longtime customer at Toyota North America and we are sincerely appreciative of this award,” stated Jeff Jackson, president of Penske Logistics.
Trump Vows to Block Sale of U.S. Steel to Japanese Manufacturer
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The proposed sale was first announced in December 2023, and has faced opposition from U.S. Steel union workers and federal leaders alike.
Maryland Opens Funding Round for Clean Transportation
NGT News
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The Maryland Energy Administration has announced the second round of annual funding for the Medium-Duty and Heavy-Duty Zero-Emission Vehicle Grant Program, offering up to $10 million in funding to Maryland fleet companies, organizations and communities to further accelerate the adoption of cleaner transportation solutions in the state. Last year, the program invested $8.6 million in new […] The post Maryland Opens Funding Round for Clean Transportation appeared first on NGT News.
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