Talking Logistics

JULY 26, 2022

Trend #1: While route guides are performing better, inflationary and deflationary pressures on rates have never been more challenging to synthesize into a confident rate outlook. First-tender acceptance ratios are up over 20% YoY in June, and by all accounts, rate inflation has been put on hold heading into Q3 2022. This bodes well for. Read more 3 Freight Trends + Strategies Shippers Need to Know from Q2 2022.

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Logistics Matter

JULY 8, 2022

There is no shortage of ways that the continued shift to eCommerce has changed the retail business landscape. From digital storefronts to same-day delivery, increased automation to 24/7 customer service, the unique and rapidly evolving demands placed on modern retailers has pushed many businesses to the tipping point. To help keep up with these demands, […].

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

JULY 21, 2022

When you partner with a fulfillment company, a great deal of work moves from your plate to their plate. You’ll want to understand fulfillment costs to assess the ROI of your relationship. In this blog post, we will examine pick and pack warehouse fees and give you a clear understanding of what these fees entail.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 25, 2022

Kary Jablonski and Joe Lynch discuss Trucker Tools. Kary is the CEO of Trucker Tools, the leading carrier relationship management platform that helps brokers grow their carrier network, book loads digitally, track freight, and build enduring relationships with carriers to drive reuse.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 12, 2022

The rise in fuel costs, especially diesel, is significantly impacting the bottom line of many B2B companies such as distributors and wholesalers. While the transportation department bears the brunt of high fuel costs, it may not have much ability to mitigate the impact of these costs on the broader business as many of the causes of high fuel consumption come from outside the transportation department.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 21, 2022

We live in an age when our technology devices are so intuitive that any 3-year-old can download the apps for Pokémon, Lego Duplo World, or their favorite game in 30 seconds on an iPhone. As professionals, we often wish that the technology we use in our work lives was equally intuitive and user-friendly, especially since. Read more How to Make Technology a Friend, Not a Foe.

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Logistics Matter

JULY 21, 2022

The Does LogisticsMatter? Podcast is all about trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics. This episode features Hermann Ude, former CEO of DHL Global Forwarding and Chairman of the Supervisory board of Transporeon and Gruziana Hoxha, Executive Director Carrier Management at Transporeon. Developments and Challenges in Freight Forwarding Freight Forwarding has changed a lot […].

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

JULY 26, 2022

While many people love Los Angeles for its movies, logisticians and eTailers have come to love the City of Angels for its eCommerce fulfillment benefits. In this article, we’ll discuss the many advantages of having a fulfillment center in Los Angeles, while exploring some of the associated challenges that you need to be wary of.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 29, 2022

Aaron Schwartz and Joe Lynch discuss ecommerce’s dirty little secret. Aaron is the President of Loop , a post-purchase platform that enables brands to transform returns into exchanges. About Aaron Schwartz. Aaron Schwartz is the President of Loop with an extensive history working, advising, and investing in startups. With 10+ years in modern Commerce, Aaron’s focus tends to be on all things go to market, fundraising, strategy, and helping founders navigate emotionally through the early sta

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 6, 2022

Last week I saw a news headline from the Washington Post stating Michael Burry’s ‘Bullwhip’ Tweet Deserves Serious Attention. Michael Burry ( @michaeljburry ) is most well-known as the hedge fund manager portrayed by Christian Bale in the movie “ The Big Short.” His track record justifiably garners many followers on Twitter – 895,000 according to the account.

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Food Logistics

JULY 29, 2022

Trailer pool technology connects shippers, carriers and receivers to enable visibility of what is happening with the trailer pool in real time at each of the facilities.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 6, 2022

How can companies unlock new value in transportation management? By becoming more data driven in their decision making. That is the focus of a multi-part video seminar we are producing in partnership with Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) on data-driven decision making. The seminar is based on the research report “From Gut Feelings to Data-Driven.

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Logistics Matter

JULY 20, 2022

Polluted waterways, seas, and oceana are a huge problem all over the world and have a significant impact on our environment. There are start-ups like the Ocean Clean Up who develop and deploy machines to clean the waters by collecting plastic and other debris. The Port of Antwerp is also taking their responsibility when it […].

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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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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

JULY 19, 2022

Dean Maciuba served UPS and FedEx for over 37 years, working in senior sales and operations roles. His experience gives him a unique and in-depth view into nearly all aspects of small parcel shipping, including the role of parcel carriers and fulfillment service providers. Dean is currently the Managing Partner, United States, for Crossroads Parcel Consulting , where he is responsible for managing consulting initiatives in the US.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 1, 2022

Solomon Zakinov and Joe Lynch discuss the ShipX story. Solomon is the CEO and founder of ShipX , an innovative final-mile delivery service and software solution ensuring quality performance for an exceptional customer experience. About Solomon Zakinov. Solomon Zakinov is the CEO and founder of ShipX , a technology enabled e-commerce delivery company that helps retailers, 3PLs and other shippers execute seamless first, middle, and final mile delivery.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 14, 2022

Today’s logistics teams are operating in an environment characterized by uncertainty on three fronts. Customers’ needs and expectations are constantly changing. The available talent pool of drivers, warehouse associates and other employees is small, which creates staffing volatility. And their operating conditions are extremely challenging and unpredictable, from skyrocketing fuel costs and tariffs to blocked shipping lanes and ongoing geo-political conflict.

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Fleet Owner

JULY 1, 2022

With Independence Day weekend traffic peaking, accidents are more likely. By reviewing safety regulations and recommendations, drivers can protect themselves and others.

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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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Talking Logistics

JULY 7, 2022

After reading Adrian Gonzalez’s post “Delivery: Revisiting The Logistics Of Elevator Rides,” I thought I would help answer his question about how to achieve profitable growth in home delivery. Even in this age of consumers demanding faster and more precise delivery, it’s possible to reduce the average distance traveled per delivery by over 20%, sell.

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Logistics Matter

JULY 17, 2022

Sometimes size does matter. In the case of package deliveries by drone size definitely matters. That is why drone delivery company WING presented various new prototypes of their drone. A Drone for Every Package Drone delivery is really taking off in some areas around the world. Wing announced that they just completed 250.000 deliveries of […].

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

JULY 28, 2022

If you're looking to improve throughput in your B2C warehousing operations, setting productivity standards may do the trick. Many brands do not set such standards, but those that do see a 10% to 15% uptick in throughput.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 6, 2022

Lisa Morales-Hellebo and Joe Lynch discuss The Worldwide Supply Chain Federation. Lisa is the Co-Founder and GP at REFASHIOND Ventures , an emerging venture capital fund manager that invests in early stage supply chain technology. About Lisa Morales-Hellebo. Lisa Morales-Hellebo is a VC, seasoned entrepreneur, product strategist, and community builder.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 28, 2022

Across the global business ecosystem, sourcing and retaining top talent labor is of utmost importance. This is no less true of the supply chain industry, which must manage high customer demand while simultaneously experiencing unprecedented labor issues. What’s more, the physical rigors and repetitive nature of supply chain work are creating massive challenges when it comes to employee retention.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 13, 2022

In recent years, consumers have become increasingly interested in shopping sustainably. With that increasing interest has come a lot of confusion — 64% of Americans are willing to pay more for sustainable products, but 26% don’t know how to identify them.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 18, 2022

Author’s Note: I was asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Insights market data for additional insights and perspective. I once again shared my commentary for this month in a brief Transporeon Journal video commentary.

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Food Logistics

JULY 28, 2022

These solutions help clients and carreriers more effectively manage logistics operations across multiple modes of transportation.

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Speaker: Paul Heller

Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

JULY 7, 2022

Slumberkins, an educational children's brand, is on the INC 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 20, 2022

Jon Payne and Joe Lynch discuss truckload pricing dynamics. Jon is the Director of Pricing Strategy & Analytics at Loadsmart , a freight technology company that is removing the barriers between shippers and carriers so freight can move in the most efficient, transparent and automated way. About Jon Payne. Jon Payne is the Director of Pricing Strategy & Analytics at Loadsmart , a leading digital freight technology company.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 11, 2022

Goods-to-Man Robot at an Amazon Warehouse. Last Tuesday, Amazon issued a press release that highlighted the company’s investments across its global operations network to provide fast delivery for customers. Prime Day is July 12 th and 13 th. On Prime Day, Prime members in 20 countries have access to deals on everything from top national brands to products from third-party sellers.

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