The Logistics of Logistics
JUNE 23, 2023
Dr. Yossi Sheffi and Joe Lynch discuss AI and the future of supply chain, which is the central theme of Yossi’s latest book, The Magic Conveyor Belt: Supply Chains, A.I., and the Future of Work. Yossi is the Elisha Gray II professor of Engineering Systems at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he serves as Director of the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics (CTL).
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
JUNE 15, 2023
For online retailers looking to grow, the agility and scalability of their order fulfillment software is key. Whether the order fulfillment system is custom or off the shelf determines how agile and scalable it can be.
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Talking Logistics
JUNE 30, 2023
With the 4th of July holiday next Tuesday, I’m betting many people are taking the day off today (and Monday) to extend their time off. At least that’s what I’m doing. So, without further delay, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: If you’re still reading this, thank you. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (June 30, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Food Logistics
JUNE 1, 2023
Ensuring that perishable products reach their destination unspoiled and undamaged can be a daunting task. Suppliers need to make sure the right resources are in place, including the relationships, systems and expertise needed to move goods.
Advertiser: GEP
Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 19, 2023
Experts have recently warned about the possibility that artificial intelligence (AI) could lead to the destruction of 400 million jobs by 2030. These same pundits also predict that AI could lead to increases in global GDP by trillions of dollars in the same time frame. However, AI’s inability to solve the very limited problem of ensuring that inventory is located in the right place in a warehouse suggests that planners don’t have to worry too much about job security.
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The Logistics of Logistics
JUNE 19, 2023
Trey Griggs and Joe Lynch discuss key takeaways from TMSA Elevate, a conference held in Savannah, Georgia on June 11, 12, and 13. TMSA is the Transportation Marketing and Sales Association, a non-profit organization for sales and marketing professionals in transportation and logistics. Trey Griggs, Founder of the Beta Consulting Group was an emcee for the event.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
JUNE 8, 2023
With warehouse workers difficult to find, consider using temporary warehouse robots instead of people this coming peak season. In this short video, Amware’s Austin Feagins examines the robots vs people alternative.
Talking Logistics
JUNE 15, 2023
Global organizations want more automation within their supply chain to tackle issues like cost escalation and demand volatility. Generative AI has emerged as a transformative force with the potential to revolutionize the global supply chain, including the power to serve as a co-pilot to help operations and customer service organizations do their job better, faster.
Food Logistics
JUNE 12, 2023
A trucking tanker containing 8,500 gallons of gas caught fire and collapsed a portion of I-95 in northern Philadelphia, PA, one of the busiest urban corridors of the Northeast, revealing how fragile our system can really be.
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Artificial intelligence has quickly become a feature of everyday life: Using face ID to unlock a phone, communicating with online chatbots, and letting “smart” appliances help manage our homes are just a few of the ways that we interact with AI regularly. Forward-looking businesses are also using AI to transform their operations and gain a competitive edge.
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 28, 2023
The marijuana supply chain is an interesting market to follow. Like any agricultural product, there are ebbs and flows to its supply and demand. However, there is one caveat in the marijuana supply chain that makes things a bit trickier: in most states, cannabis products can only be sold and consumed within the state that the original plant was grown.
Truck News
JUNE 28, 2023
“I will not be writing about – or interviewing anyone during – the Manitoba Truck Driving Championships! I will be a competitor and just enjoy the day.
The Logistics of Logistics
JUNE 12, 2023
Matt Zimmer and Joe Lynch discuss streamlining the beverage supply chain. Matt is the President of Zengistics , a full-service logistics company offering efficient solutions to complex supply chain challenges. About Zengistics Zengistics is a full-service logistics company offering efficient solutions to complex supply chain challenges. Zengistics is focused on delivering the highest-level of customer service by leveraging our advanced technology platforms with our dedicated team of industry e
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
JUNE 13, 2023
Given today’s labor environment, every fulfillment operation needs to be moving toward automation. There’s great technology out there for your fulfillment automation needs, but it’s important to pick the correct strategy and implement it effectively to ensure automation investments don’t go awry.
Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller
As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe
Talking Logistics
JUNE 12, 2023
If you follow the surface transportation market, you know it’s actually a collection of markets, including truckload, less-than-truckload, dry van, and temperature-controlled. Each of these segments is impacted by varying trends and challenges related to demand, capacity, seasonality, regulations, and other factors. Here we’re putting the spotlight on the temperature-controlled segment of the market.
Food Logistics
JUNE 1, 2023
While outsourced drivers merely aim to complete deliveries as quickly as possible, in-house drivers care about quality. Here's a breakdown of other pros and cons.
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 21, 2023
In February 2023 I wrote the article What Does 2023 Have In-Store for Global Supply Chains? It introduced the survey we had just launched to determine the perceptions, priorities, and strategic initiatives of today’s supply chain and logistics executives. This post was subsequently followed by two articles that discussed some of the findings from the survey.
Commercial Carrier Journal
JUNE 21, 2023
Marginal costs for trucking companies ballooned 21.3% last year over 2021 to $2.251 per mile, surpassing the $2 per mile mark for the first time in the history of ATRI’s operational cost report.
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This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.
MTS Logistics
JUNE 19, 2023
There’s big news in the maritime shipping world: a tentative agreement has been reached between the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) as of last week. The agreement, should it hold, ends a two-week port worker strike and associated port slowdowns. In a joint statement, the heads of the PMA and ILWU, James McKenna and Willie Adams, respectively, announced the deal saying: “We are pleased to have reached an agreement that reco
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
JUNE 29, 2023
If you don’t have a global eCommerce shipping strategy now, you’ll surely need one soon. Growth-minded DTC brands have figured out that the buying part of global eCommerce sales is easy. Online stores and marketplaces are open to all comers and payment in any currency is possible. But global eCommerce shipping isn’t so simple. That’s why brands looking to attract more global buyers need to figure it out.
Overdrive Online
JUNE 26, 2023
Asked for the absolute worst stretch of road in the nation, most owner-operators today are quick to point straight to I-40 in Arizona. What would you say? In this week's podcast, there's a little hope for relief.
Food Logistics
JUNE 13, 2023
Using a qualified 3PL expert for cold chain transportation allows shippers to move temperature-sensitive products with the utmost safety and timeliness, ensuring happy customers and an uncompromised brand reputation.
Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive
Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 27, 2023
Across enterprises and boardrooms, companies are looking for solutions that not only address their business today, but the world around them tomorrow. Investors, customers, and other stakeholders are paying closer attention to the companies they do business with, asking that they not only make decisions that improve operations, but also decrease the negative effect on their environment and community: a supply chain with a conscience.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 30, 2023
Your supply chain’s digital twin is waiting for you; waiting to start the adoption process will only delay the realization of significant improvements in supply chain performance.
Logistics Bureau
JUNE 6, 2023
In the constantly evolving realm of the supply chain, paying close attention to its operations and management is essential for ensuring efficiency. A small unnoticed mistake can potentially result in significant issues for the entire process. Taking responsibility by assessing areas for improvement from time to time will help you achieve smooth and successful supply chain management.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
JUNE 6, 2023
In the same way that Isaiah Thomas (5’9”) and Earl Boykins (5’5”) succeeded in professional basketball without being big, small to mid-sized merchants are finding ways to win in the parcel shipping game without the benefit of large-volume buying power.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
One of the biggest challenges for any B2B marketer is understanding your prospects’ next move — who is most likely to buy and when. Without these insights, marketing campaigns can feel more like guesswork, with high investment and little return. We’re here to tell you there’s a better way. By tracking buyers’ digital footprints and online activity, such as website visits, product reviews, and spikes in content consumption, you can engage prospects with a message that really resonates.
Overdrive Online
JUNE 2, 2023
A recent letter signed by five U.S. Senators and three House reps urges DOT Inspector General to work with the DOJ and the FMCSA to explore a permanent task force dedicated to issues of fraud in brokered and other freight markets.
Food Logistics
JUNE 16, 2023
It didn’t matter that some sessions didn't apply to me. For me, it was about relationship building. It was about networking. It was about learning.
Trinity Logistics
JUNE 27, 2023
Are you leading a team within your Freight Agent office and want to be a more effective leader? Do you often feel like you don’t have the time? There may be issues with the way you’re running the team. I don’t mean to be harsh, and I certainly don’t mean to imply that you’re not doing enough. If you look at the bigger picture, the issue is probably the opposite: you’re probably doing too much.
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