Tue.Sep 05, 2023

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[Video] Disconnect Between Planning and Execution: The Journey to Achieving Cohesive Supply Chain Management

Talking Logistics

The boxer Mike Tyson famously said, “Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” Similarly, everyone has a great supply chain plan until exceptions and disruptions occur — and then you have to adjust that plan or come up with a new one. That’s easier said than done, because, historically, there’s been. Read more The post [Video] Disconnect Between Planning and Execution: The Journey to Achieving Cohesive Supply Chain Management appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian

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Strategic Responses to Supply Chain Trends

Supply Chain Brain

Companies are always going to face the unexpected and unpredictable. The hard part is knowing how to prepare for these supply chain trends strategically.

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Every truck owner needs to actually read their insurance policies

Overdrive Online

Insurance agent W. Joel Baker emphasizes that you might be very surprised to find what is not in fact covered, and what is required of you to avoid a claim being denied or your insurance being canceled.

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China State Media Declares Huawei Phone a Victory in U.S. Tech War

Supply Chain Brain

Speculation swirled that the device achieved 5G capabilities, which would make it the first such handset since the Shenzhen-based electronics firm lost access to advanced chipmaking technologies in 2020.

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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Current Logistics Outsourcing Challenges

Logistics Bureau

Logistics Outsourcing is not as easy as it used to be! You may need to compromise on your demands and allow more time for the process. Let’s hear about the current challenges in logistics outsourcing and their consequences with Urszula Kelly! Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: Struggling with Logistics Challenges?

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2023 CCJ Top 250

Commercial Carrier Journal

The end of an era saw all segments of the trucking industry prosper in 2022 with revenue increases across the board.

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Shopify Merchants to Offer ‘Buy with Prime’ Option Following Amazon Deal

Supply Chain Brain

Shopify had a change of heart after it told merchants in 2022 not to use Amazon’s “Buy with Prime” feature because it violated the website's terms of service.

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Automotive Supply Chains not Sustainable

Logistics Business Magazine

According to the latest report The automotive supply chain: Pursuing long-term resilience from the Capgemini Research Institute , automotive organisations now feel more confident to tackle future supply chain disruptions. To achieve this, automakers have been forced to rethink, restructure, and refinance their supply chain management. While issues have been stabilised in the short-term, supply chains are still transforming due to their complexity and evolving factors: the acceleration of electr

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IANA and the Bureau International des Containers to Offer Geofencing for U.S. Container Facilities

Supply Chain Brain

The objective is to provide a neutral open library of geofences linked to container handling facilities to ensure that all parties in the supply chain can reference the same geofence for a facility.

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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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Dexory partners with Linkline

Logistics Business Magazine

Dexory has partnered with Northamptonshire warehousing and logistics 3PL Linkline to unlock operational efficiencies using real-time data at its warehouse in Kettering, with a view to further roll-out to the wider estate. Linkline already uses various automation solutions, and plans on building a large, automated hub in 12–18 months’ time to support its growth plans and ambition to drive greater efficiencies for its customers.

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Striking Gold: How to Meet Employee Expectations and Exceed Productivity Goals

Supply Chain Brain

Post-Covid, employee expectations have changed. Now, more than ever, employees across the supply chain expect flexibility, stability and a better work-life balance. At the same time, supply chain leaders are being asked to do more with less. So, how can leaders in today’s environment meet both employee and productivity expectations?

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Travis Perkins invests in new loader cranes

Logistics Business Magazine

Travis Perkins plc, the UK’s largest distributor of building materials, has announced a multi-million pound investment in 400 new truck loader cranes. These new HIAB iX.162 HIPRO BSS-2 cranes are the first of their kind and will replace the existing cranes on the Group’s heavy side delivery vehicles in the Travis Perkins merchanting and Keyline Civils Specialist businesses over a three-year period.

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South Korea Pledging More Financial, R&D Support for Shipbuilding

Supply Chain Brain

As part of the country’s three-pronged plan, the amount of government support issued for ship construction will increase from $91 million to $300 million.

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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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Making Roads Safer with Smart Cameras: A Guide for Business Owners

Linxup

If you run a business that requires employees to drive for work, (construction, lawn & landscaping, transportation, logistics, etc.) you know all too well how important road safety is. Accidents can be harmful to your employees and expensive for your company. But here's good news: smart cameras, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), are helping make roads safer.

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Beat the Silos - Maximize Resiliency in Your Supply Chain with Unified Solutions

Supply Chain Brain

We are in the midst of a real-time, seismic shift as consumers transform expectations of global supply and demand models. Come hear from Manhattan experts about its vision of building unified supply chains, the latest in the world of supply chain, how our transportation management solution drives efficiency and helps companies be more sustainable.

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Michigan Transit Agency Rolls Out Propane Autogas Buses

NGT News

Allegan County Transportation, a transit system based in Michigan, has deployed seven new buses powered by propane autogas to help the county meet air quality attainment goals and save taxpayer dollars. “Allegan County Transportation is excited to embark on propane autogas implementation for a number of reasons, including the improved air quality for all Allegan […] The post Michigan Transit Agency Rolls Out Propane Autogas Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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Navigating the Risks of Using Generative AI

Supply Chain Brain

Generative AI applications entail considerable deployment risks, necessitating strong risk-mitigation techniques.

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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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What Is Sustainable Packaging?

FW Logsitcs

Sustainable packaging is a growing trend in the world of commerce. As more businesses and consumers become concerned about the environmental impact of packaging materials, there has been a shift toward finding alternative solutions. Learn more about the concept of sustainable packaging, its importance in the e-commerce industry, and the best practices for using eco-friendly materials.

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Saudis, Russia Extend Their Oil-Supply Curbs to Year-End

Supply Chain Brain

The leader of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries will continue its production cutback of 1 million barrels a day until December 2023.

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Ed Murdoch was no ordinary trucker

Truck News

Reflective and philosophical is how I’m feeling right now as I sit down to write on this last day of August. It’s been a week.

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UAE, Brazil Partnership Aimed at Boosting Economic Cooperation

Supply Chain Brain

This comes as part of the UAE’s government experience exchange program, which was launched in 2018 and has led to partnerships with over 30 countries.

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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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Last Mile Delivery Solutions to Navigate Modern Logistics Challenges

MercuryGate

The logistics landscape, ever-evolving and rife with challenges, now stands at a crucial juncture. With the rise of e-commerce and shifting consumer expectations, the intricacies of the "Last Mile" take center stage. As you strive to master the journey from "First to Final Mile," technology and innovative last mile delivery solutions become indispensable allies.

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Los Angeles Welcomes Ratification of ILWU Contract

Supply Chain Brain

Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka thanked the 22,000 members of the ILWU for ratifying the six-year contract.

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Arvato opens Hamm DC

Logistics Business Magazine

Arvato and Douglas, a European omnichannel provider for beauty, have jointly officially opened their new location in Hamm, Germany. The new distribution centre with its state-of-the-art automation technology is a lighthouse project for both companies and marks the next step in their long-standing partnership. With a total area of 38,000 sq m, Arvato will handle all logistics for store deliveries and Douglas’ fast-growing online business in the DACH region – including returns management.

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Watch: Why the Future of Operations Is ‘Connected’

Supply Chain Brain

Connected operations take the power of data, use it to generate insights and thereby help people run their businesses more efficiently, safely and sustainably, says Jeffrey Hausman, chief product officer at Samsara.

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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.