Dark fleets and Sanctions
Supply Chain and Logistics
JULY 29, 2024
We now have two worlds of international commerce, as a result of trade wars and the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
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Gen Z Getting Into Supply Chain Management
Talking Logistics
JULY 29, 2024
Are your kids interested in learning about supply chain management? Are any of them pursuing (or have gotten) a degree in the field? In my case, my kids have certainly become more aware about supply chain management since the pandemic, but none of them (so far) have pursued a degree in it. My two oldest. Read more The post Gen Z Getting Into Supply Chain Management appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
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Stord Expands Operations with Acquisition of Pitney Bowes’ State-of-the-Art Fulfillment Center in Kentucky
Stord
JULY 29, 2024
Stord’s eleven North American fulfillment centers maximize customer experience while reducing operational costs for omnichannel brands. ATLANTA, July 29, 2024 — Stord , a leader in high-volume fulfillment services and commerce enablement technology for omnichannel brands, today announced the acquisition of Pitney Bowes’ E-commerce Fulfillment business.
What Does a Tier 1 Warehouse Management System Include?
Logistics Viewpoints
JULY 29, 2024
A Tier 1 WMS Should be Capable of Complex Optimization ARC Advisory Group does global market research on the warehouse management system market. We write about trends in this study. I am the author of this year’s study. One trend I believe is imminent is that the market appears to be poised to bifurcate in terms of functionality. There will increasingly be Tier 1 solutions with complex optimization.
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.
BlueGrace Logistics Promotes Adam White to Vice President of Marketing
Blue Grace Logistics
JULY 29, 2024
Adam White Promoted to VP of Marketing Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search Adam Blankenship - July 29, 2024 BlueGrace Logistics Promotes Adam White to Vice President of Marketing TAMPA, FL (July 29, 2024) – BlueGrace Logistics (BlueGrace), a leading Third-Party Logistics (3PL) provider operating within North America, announced today the promotion of Adam White to Vice President of Marketing.
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California City Becomes First in U.S. with Fully Electric Police Fleet
NGT News
JULY 29, 2024
The South Pasadena (California) Police Department has become the nation’s first law enforcement agency to completely replace its gasoline-powered vehicles with nonpolluting electric vehicles. Enterprise Fleet Management assisted the city in acquiring 10 Tesla Model Ys as patrol vehicles and 10 Tesla Model 3s for detective and administrative duties.
EU Cases of Olive Oil Fraud and Mislabeling Hit Record High
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 29, 2024
The incident reports included oils contaminated with unauthorized substances such as pesticides, mineral oils and one case where glass fragments were discovered.
Breaking Barriers: Multi-Language Support in LogiNext’s Delivery Automation Platform
Loginext
JULY 29, 2024
LogiNext's delivery automation platform supports over 10 languages, breaking down barriers in the logistics industry. It enables smooth communication, efficient operations, and exceptional customer service worldwide. The post Breaking Barriers: Multi-Language Support in LogiNext’s Delivery Automation Platform appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.
Stormy Weather in South Africa Splits Apart Beached Cargo Ship
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 29, 2024
During a recent storm, 22-foot-swells slammed into the vessel every 15 seconds, cracking the hull and breaking the ship into four pieces.
Load Optimization: A Sustainable Way To Reduce Transportation Costs
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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.
Rollin' on with Alabama and tour hauler Josh Gentry, Part 2
Overdrive Online
JULY 29, 2024
It's not every day you see a tribute to truck drivers broadcast to 20,000 people at once all in a very, very big room. Such was the case for the tour stop of Alabama in Nashville July 19. Here, a history of the KW/band partnership, more from the road.
Loss of Coastal Freighter a 'Major Blow' to New Zealand Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 29, 2024
Pacific Shipping plans to withdraw from service two container vessels — the MV Moana Chief and MV Takutai Chief — which move goods among several ports in New Zealand.
Vicinity Motor Will Publicly Deploy First Autonomous Lightning Transit E-Bus
NGT News
JULY 29, 2024
Commercial electric vehicle supplier Vicinity Motor Corp. will publicly deploy the first Vicinity Autonomous Lightning Electric Transit Bus in partnership with automated driving software platform provider ADASTEC Corp. at Michigan’s Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, beginning service Wednesday, August 14, 2024. This deployment was declared by Michigan Lieutenant Gov.
Connected Workers: Key to Closing the Manufacturing Skills Gap
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 29, 2024
The manufacturing industry is at a critical juncture, as it struggles to cope with a crippling labor shortage and skills gap.
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.
8 Independent Pharmacy Marketing Ideas for Your Delivery Businesses
WorkWave
JULY 29, 2024
As an independent pharmacy owner looking to grow your delivery business, it’s important to have a solid marketing strategy in place. With the increasing demand for convenient pharmaceutical services, having a strong presence in the market can help you attract new customers and retain existing ones. In this guide, we will provide you with eight effective marketing ideas to help you promote your delivery services and stand out from the competition.
Empowering Tomorrow's Planners: Essential Skills for Success
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 29, 2024
With increased availability and deployment of technology to support and automate planning processes, the role of the supply chain planners needs to evolve. The competencies and skills that were important before are no longer relevant. In this session, we will discuss the evolution of the planners' roles, upskilling strategies and creating a safe learning environment.
Reusable Pallet Shipper helps Pharma save on Disposal Costs
Logistics Business Magazine
JULY 29, 2024
CSafe, the provider of active and passive temperature-controlled shipping solutions for the pharmaceutical industry, has announced the launch of a new reusable pallet shipper – the Silverpod MAX RE – with a host of updated features. The new and improved product will help pharmaceutical customers around the world save on disposal costs, meet their sustainability targets and improve logistical transparency during the shipping journey.
Fashion Opens the Doors to ‘Econogy’: When Sustainability Yields Economic Benefits
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 29, 2024
A challenging economy, coupled with the need to focus on sustainability, are driving change within fashion companies.
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
How is the ‘Uberisation’ of Warehouses Changing Supply Chains?
Logistics Business Magazine
JULY 29, 2024
Warehouse ‘uberisation’ is changing supply chain, writes Steve O’Keeffe (pictured), Regional Vice President of UK&I, Epicor. We live in an ‘on-demand’ economy. Amazon’s ‘Last Mile’ logistics model, as well as platforms like Uber, Airbnb and a whole host of others, has led consumers to expect near-instantaneous delivery of products and services.
Toyota Plans for New EV Battery Plant on Japan's 'Silicon Island'
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 29, 2024
The new facility will provide EV batteries for Lexus vehicles made at Toyota's Miyata plant roughly 25 miles away.
The Pathway to Success in Logistics Technology
Logistics Business Magazine
JULY 29, 2024
Innovate and thrive to follow the pathway to success in logistics technology, writes Tim Dunn (pictured) of Phoenix Equity Partners. In the ever-evolving world of logistics, technology is the key to enhancing efficiency and propelling companies towards their strategic goals. The logistics technology sector has undergone significant advancements in recent years, contributing to improved asset utilisation, enhanced driver safety, and better overall planning.
Denso Bets on Automation as Climate Change Threatens Food Supply
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 29, 2024
The market is growing for industrialized greenhouses capable of providing fresh produce consistently amid climate change as well as shortages of workers.
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.
DB Schenker Acquires Four Mullen CAMPUS Vehicles
NGT News
JULY 29, 2024
Transportation and logistics company DB Schenker has purchased four Mullen CAMPUS electric vehicles for use on Intel’s technology campus in Chandler, Arizona, for mail and package delivery. Randy Marion Automotive, one of Mullen Automotive’s commercial vehicle dealers, is in receipt of payment and has delivered the vehicles to DB Schenker. Founded in 1872, DB Schenker […] The post DB Schenker Acquires Four Mullen CAMPUS Vehicles appeared first on NGT News.
AS Watson Transitions Its Delivery Fleet to EVs
NGT News
JULY 29, 2024
AS Watson, the Hong Kong-based international health and beauty retailer, has accelerated its sustainability efforts in its global supply chain by transitioning its delivery fleet to electric vehicles and launching initiatives in waste reduction to fight climate change. “As a responsible global retailer, sustainability is at the heart of our business,” says Malina Ngai, Group […] The post AS Watson Transitions Its Delivery Fleet to EVs appeared first on NGT News.
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