Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 28, 2024
Digital Product Passports (DPPs) offer a method to track products through their entire lifecycle. These passports document all aspects of the life cycle – from the sourcing of raw materials to final disposal or recycling. For businesses, DPPs are becoming essential to comply with best practice guidance as well as coming statutory regulations that demand transparency in supply chains.
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 28, 2024
Yesterday at its “Let’s Grow! 2024 Walmart Marketplace Seller Summit,” Walmart announced new multichannel logistics and cross-border fulfillment services for sellers. Yes, Walmart, the mega-retailer, is encroaching further into the third-party logistics (3PL) space, just like Amazon has been doing for years. Here are some details from the press release: Walmart continues to leverage its.
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NGT News
AUGUST 28, 2024
California is launching a new statewide funding program that will put 1,000 new, zero-emission school buses on the road, furthering the state’s lead in having the largest number of clean buses in the nation. “California is showing the nation and the world how to move from ambition to action,” says Gov. Gavin Newsom. “This is […] The post California Launches $500M Program to Speed Transition to Zero-Emission School Buses appeared first on NGT News.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 28, 2024
As manufacturers strive to maintain high standards of quality and service, the intricacies of handling repairs can become a bottleneck, leading to delays, increased costs and customer dissatisfaction.
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.
West Coast and California Logistics
AUGUST 28, 2024
According to FreightWaves , The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) is considering a $1.6 billion Rio Indio reservoir project to address future droughts and enhance the canal's resilience. Following a historic drought, the ACP plans to increase daily transit slots to 36 starting in September, marking a return to higher capacity.
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Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 28, 2024
The move means Walmart could redefine the e-commerce logistics landscape, offering an alternative to Amazon's Fulfillment by Amazon service.
Overdrive Online
AUGUST 28, 2024
The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association honored some of the biggest, most complicated moves all year at its annual awards ceremony. Check out the superloads in transit here.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 28, 2024
NOAA predicts that by the end of November, this year's hurricane season "could rank among the busiest on record.
AIMMS
AUGUST 28, 2024
Probabilistic planning in supply chains involves systematically analyzing scenarios for each business objective to account for uncertainty.
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Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 28, 2024
The union representing 20,000 workers at India's 12 major shipping hubs had initially planned to go on strike indefinitely on August 28.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
AUGUST 28, 2024
Selecting the right ERP software for manufacturers is critical Choosing the right ERP software for manufacturers to meet specific requirements is no easy task. The options can be overwhelming and the decision is crucial, as an ERP system is the core of a manufacturer’s IT infrastructure. It is key to digital transformation and has a direct impact on the long-term success of the company.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 28, 2024
The 900-foot Sounion was hauling 150,000 tons of dense Iraqi crude oil when it was disabled by Houthi militants.
NGT News
AUGUST 28, 2024
Coulomb Solutions Inc. (CSI) has started production of its commercial electric vehicle 40-kW On-Board Charger and AC EVSE. The OBC and EVSE combo were first introduced at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo (ACT Expo) in Las Vegas in May 2024. This concept lets fleet and bus customers charge their vehicles overnight on their current infrastructure […] The post Coulomb Solutions Begins Producing New On-Board Charger, AC EVSE Combo appeared first on NGT News.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 28, 2024
Aircraft engines spew a host of gases that warp the climate at high altitudes, including nitrogen oxides, sulphur dioxide and water vapour.
Logistics Business Magazine
AUGUST 28, 2024
Britain’s deep affection for animals is powering remarkable growth in the pet services industry, with businesses expanding their reach and influence. Kammac, a prominent UK logistics and supply chain provider, is leveraging this trend by securing new contracts that enhance cross-promotional opportunities, efficiency, and service delivery for clients in the pet sector.
MTS Logistics
AUGUST 28, 2024
Last week we reported on last-ditch efforts to avert a Canadian rail strike, with two of Canada’s leading railroads planning to strike over safety and worker disputes. After a short lockout, the strike was called off. How was the strike threat resolved? The Teamsters Union, which represents two of the railroads in question – Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Kansas City – saw its members hold a lockout on Thursday, August 22nd.
Logistics Business Magazine
AUGUST 28, 2024
CMA CGM Air Cargo has launched its first transpacific line with a new Boeing 777-200F. The inaugural flight on August 25, 2024, connected Hong Kong (HKG) to Chicago (ORD), marking a significant step in the airline’s expansion into the United States. Strategic Network Expansion The newly delivered B777-200F is part of a broader strategy to expand its network across Asia and North America.
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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
Logistics Business Magazine
AUGUST 28, 2024
As the EU prepares to implement its new biometric Entry/Exit System (EES) on November 10, 2024, logistics experts are voicing concerns about potential delays at border crossings. The EES, which will require all non-EU citizens to register their biometric data, could significantly impact the movement of goods, especially for UK haulage operations. The Need for a Pre-Registration Solution To mitigate these potential delays, industry leaders are advocating for the development of a mobile app or web
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