May, 2022

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5 Signs That You Need a New Fulfillment Partner

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

When online sales grow to the point where E-retail companies need to rely on an outside fulfillment partner, some, unfortunately, wind up committed to a substandard or incompatible service provider. Partnering with the wrong fulfillment 3PL will result in a laundry list of problems for a retailer, including damage to the brand and customer relationships, financial hardship caused by issuing too many customer credits, and too many resources or too much time spent on customer service.

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Reimagining Logistics: Focusing on What’s Ahead, Not What Happened

Logistics Viewpoints

A great deal already has been written about the impact of the pandemic, fully socializing jargon such as “new normal,” “next normal,” “unprecedented disruption,” etc. Changes in our lives, economies and supply chains are ubiquitous and well embedded now. It’s time to focus on how we innovate and optimize our businesses and operations in this permanently altered world.

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Executing at the Speed of Your Customer

Logistics Matter

The Does Logistics Matter? Podcast is all about trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics. This episode features Pieter van den Broecke, Managing Director Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany at Manhattan Associates. Regular listeners to the show will recognize Pieter from earlier episodes: Innovations in Warehousing and The Impact of a Changing Customer Journey on Supply […].

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Beyond the Data with William Sandoval

The Logistics of Logistics

Beyond the Data with William Sandoval. William Sandoval and Joe Lynch discuss beyond the data. William is the Senior Vice President of Product Management and Strategy at PowerFleet Inc. , a wireless IoT company that provides solutions to the industrial, logistics and vehicle markets. About William Sandoval. William Sandoval serves as senior vice president of product management & strategy for PowerFleet , leading PowerFleet’s product management, program management, and product marketing teams

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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How Unified Are Your Logistics Processes?

Talking Logistics

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a guest blog post by Adrian Gonzalez published by Manhattan Associates. The post highlights results from a survey conducted recently with members of Indago’s supply chain research community on unified transportation and distribution management. Historically, many companies have planned and optimized their transportation and distribution processes separately, Read more How Unified Are Your Logistics Processes?

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Pick to Light Video Illustrates Advantages of this Picking Method

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

The accompanying pick to light video shows just how the technology works to increase productivity and order accuracy in a fulfillment warehouse. Productivity can improve up to 40% as associates working in a contained area simply scan an order into the system and then move to specific bin locations that are identified by a flashing light and the specific number of items to pick.

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Freight Transport Services: LTL and TL Explained

Freightquote

Learn the difference between LTL, TL, and how these freight transport services can benefit your business with better rates, shipping options, and speed.

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DRONAMICS is the First Cargo Drone Company Certified for Cross-EU Operations

Logistics Matter

DRONAMICS is the first cargo airline to obtain an EU Light UAS Operator Certificate (LUC). The LUC is the highest authorisation currently achievable for European drone operations. The license is the first one issued in Europe for cargo drone operations. DRONAMICS can now start commercial operations with their Black Swan drone, which can carry 350kg […].

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Lou Gehrig Day with Larry Cepuran

The Logistics of Logistics

Lou Gehrig Day with Larry Cepuran. Larry Cepuran and Joe Lynch talk about Lou Gehrig Day and ALS, which stands for Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Larry Cepuran is a friend of Joe’s who has been diagnosed with ALS, which is sometimes referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease. ALS has no cure and very few treatments. Donate to ALS TDI. Lou Gehrig Day. In March 2021, Major League Baseball declared June 2 henceforth to be Lou Gehrig Day.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Supply Chain’s Most Profitable Four-Letter Word: Data

Talking Logistics

Today, supply chain and logistics professionals are awash in all kinds of data. So, why do some companies seem to be drowning in it, while others find a way to convert it into business value? One area in particular where data plays a critical role is in transportation procurement. How does analyzing data effectively connect. Read more Supply Chain’s Most Profitable Four-Letter Word: Data.

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3PLs' Role in Getting Fresh Produce Farm to Fork

Food Logistics

The value of a third-party cannot be overlooked when getting fresh products to market, particularly in times of limited capacity and excess product.

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Video: Is Pick to Light Technology Right for Your Fulfillment Operation?

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

In the fulfillment warehouse, pick to light technology is a tool that more companies are relying on to improve throughput, order accuracy and order quality. It also enables companies to simplify the training process and get associates into action quicker.

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Roadcheck 2022 focuses on wheel ends

Fleet Owner

The annual Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance blitz runs May 17-19. Find out how to avoid the most frequent violations on the road.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for

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Innovations & Start-ups: Autonomous Trucking, Robots, AI, and more…

Logistics Matter

Trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics: that is what this blog is all bout. Therefore I periodically bring you an overview of the news on logistics start-ups and innovations below. Follow @LogisticsMatter on Twitter to stay updated with the latest news and the best background stories. The previous edition was Innovations and Start-Ups: Picking […].

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Digitizing Check Calls with Trey Griggs and Ryan Rogers

The Logistics of Logistics

Digitizing Check Calls with Trey Griggs and Ryan Rogers. Trey Griggs , Ryan Rogers and Joe Lynch discuss digitizing check calls. Trey is a Brand Ambassador at Lean Solutions Group , a nearshore service provider that delivers high-quality business solutions in staffing, tech, marketing, and sales for U.S.-based companies, and Ryan , the Founder and CEO of freight tech firm, TextLocate which provides a freight location tracking and communication solution for brokers and partner carriers.

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Going Beyond the TMS Status Quo

Talking Logistics

There has been dramatic change in supply chain and logistics markets, requirements and procedures over the past 10-20 years. With globalization, the rapid rise in e-commerce during the pandemic, and confounding geopolitical events, supply chain professionals must continually adjust and adapt to the changing environment. Therefore, the status quo with regards to transportation management systems.

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L.I.N.K. | Fleets Need Intelligent Route Optimization to Keep Up

Food Logistics

As demand continues to increase in the logistics sector, while a labor shortage and other major supply chain disruptions occur, fleets turn to intelligent ways to optimization their route planning.

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How to Prepare for Proposed New Tariffs in 2025

The global trade landscape is shifting. If President Trump’s proposed tariffs come into effect, they will impact your logistics in significant ways. Our free guide provides essential insights for consumer brands and manufacturers. It is crucial to understand what these challenges mean for your logistics operations, and more importantly, how to prepare.

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Multi-Channel Fulfillment Case Study: Slumberkins

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

If you’re a fast-growing online business with fulfillment challenges, you might be interested in this short, multi-channel fulfillment case study. Slumberkins® patented cuddly creatures and accompanying story books teach positive social-emotional learning skills to children. Started in 2015, the brand has taken off.

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Why Logistics Technology Matters Now More than Ever

Material Handling and Logistics

The cost of integrating logistics platforms will be a prominent part of technology budgets for the foreseeable future.

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Using a Digital Twin to Increase Your Supply Chain Resilience

Logistics Matter

The Does LogisticsMatter? Podcast is all about trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics. Returning guest on this episode is Miguel van Asch, Head of Data and Analytics at Ahlers. In episode fourteen, Miguel explained what a digital twin is, and what the three steps are to creating your own digital twin. In this episode, we […].

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Ecommerce Delivery Providers with Nate Skiver

The Logistics of Logistics

Ecommerce Delivery Providers with Nate Skiver. Nate Skiver and Joe Lynch discuss ecommerce delivery providers. Nate is he Founder of LPF Spend Management , which help parcel shippers create parcel shipping programs which reduce expense, while delivering a positive customer experience. About Nate Skiver. Nate Skiver is a parcel transportation and ecommerce delivery expert, with 20 years of combined retail and consulting experience.

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

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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Profiles in Real-Time Supply Chain Visibility Excellence: GEODIS & Tive

Talking Logistics

Supply chain visibility has been top-of-mind for logistics professionals for at least two decades, yet it remains a work-in-progress for many companies. To help companies better understand the potential solutions and benefits, as well as challenges, we launched our “Profiles in Real-time Supply Chain Visibility Excellence” series where we explore this topic with leaders in.

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AI in Supply Chain: Five Things to Prioritize

Supply Chain Brain

To cope with the seemingly never-ending supply chain crisis, business leaders are turning to artificial intelligence to make strategic business decisions. .

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Having It Your Way with Custom Packaging Fulfillment

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Your eCommerce customers may not have the intended experience without a custom packaging fulfillment solution. To drive repeat business in online retail, it helps to have a bit of a “wow factor” during the customer unboxing experience. To ensure a maximum wow factor , all elements of the buying experience must be executed well and on time: online ordering, warehouse fulfillment, delivery, and unboxing.

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Concluding a successful longhaul ‘mission’

Truck News

“When you started here, you seemed to have a mission. Now it feels like you have accomplished that mission.” Those words were recently said to me by former co-worker Tom Klassen when I announced I was making a career change. I don’t think I could have put it more succinctly. I have been on a […].

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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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A Fly-Through of Tesla’s New Giga Factory in Berlin

Logistics Matter

Just last month, Tesla opened its first production facility in Europe. It is one of five of Tesla’s Giga Factories, making the total number of Tesla factories six if you include the original factory in Freemont. Tesla will build Model Y cars in Berlin. Other Giga Factories are in Nevada, New York, Texas, and Shanghai. […].

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Beyond The Data with William Sandoval

The Logistics of Logistics

Data is a big buzzword across industries, but how about when it comes to logistics? In this episode, Joe Lynch sits down with William Sandoval , the Senior Vice President of Product Management and Strategy at PowerFleet Inc. William shares how they transform data into critical actionable information that optimizes and powers operations throughout businesses.

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Why Implement a Yard Management System?

Talking Logistics

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published recently, “A Supply Chain Executive’s Guide to Yard Management Systems: How to Evaluate, Select, and Successfully Implement a YMS.” The research, conducted by Adelante SCM and commissioned by Kaleris, serves as a guide for supply chain executives looking to evaluate, select, and successfully.