Red Sea ripples spread across trades
Supply Chain and Logistics
AUGUST 7, 2024
The Red Sea crisis caused unexpected and prolonged disruptions in shipping, affecting global trade and creating new shipping routes.
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Stop Sabotaging Your Sales with Ann Holm
The Logistics of Logistics
AUGUST 23, 2024
Ann Holm and Joe Lynch discuss stop sabotaging your sales. Ann is a Professional Certified Coach specializing in executive, leadership, and personal development. Summary: Stop Sabotaging Your Sales Explore the intricate dynamics of personal growth and professional success within the logistics industry with Joe Lynch and executive coach Ann Holm. Delve into topics ranging from overcoming self-sabotage in sales to leveraging the Myers-Briggs personality framework for career advancement.
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In Fast Fashion, the Tug of War Between the Circular Economy and Capitalism is Glaringly Apparent
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 19, 2024
Mountains of discarded clothes, new clothes that have not sold, in the Chilean Desert There is an inherent conflict between capitalism and the circular economy. This is made most glaringly apparent in the fast fashion industry. The circular economy is a model that involves sharing, leasing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing, and recycling existing materials and products as long as possible.
Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (August 16, 2024)
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 16, 2024
Have you ever cleaned your clothes dryer vent? You know, that hose that goes from the back of your dryer to the outside? You’re supposed to clean it at least annually to prevent the risk of fire (and other reasons), but I cleaned mine for the first time in 17 years recently. What prompted me. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (August 16, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
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.
How Tech Innovation Is Modernizing Product Repairs in the Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 28, 2024
As manufacturers strive to maintain high standards of quality and service, the intricacies of handling repairs can become a bottleneck, leading to delays, increased costs and customer dissatisfaction.
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Tesla Semi catches fire, closes interstate
Commercial Carrier Journal
AUGUST 20, 2024
It look roughly 16 hours to reopen eastbound lanes of I-80 just inside the Nevada state line following a truck fire involving a Tesla Semi.
First Group of Hybrid Buses Hits the Roads in Phoenix
NGT News
AUGUST 14, 2024
As the Phoenix Public Transit Department continues working toward its zero-emissions bus fleet goal by 2040, the first group of hybrid buses have passed all tests and are now running on the Arizona city’s roads. The buses use a combination of a hybrid-electric motor and batteries and a biodiesel-fueled engine, meaning they have a higher […] The post First Group of Hybrid Buses Hits the Roads in Phoenix appeared first on NGT News.
Types of cargo ships used in global trade
Shipping and Freight Resource
AUGUST 4, 2024
There are several types of ships in cargo operations today Tankers, Bulkers and Container Ships are the major types There are several other unique types of ships in operation Several types of ships are used in global trade today to carry various types of cargo demanded by consumers and industries worldwide. As per UNCTAD, as […] The post Types of cargo ships used in global trade appeared first on Shipping and Freight Resource.
Why Intermodal Spot Rates Haven’t Moved With Volume
FreightWaves SONAR
AUGUST 22, 2024
Recently, a SONAR customer in the financial sector asked us why intermodal spot rates remain depressed despite the notable pickup in domestic intermodal volume. Certainly, the divergence is striking. Here is a chart of loaded domestic containerized intermodal volume, which is a daily seven-day moving average and can be seen above, via the ORAILDOML.USA ticker.
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.
Greenscreens: Benchmarking for Shipper Success with Matt Harding
The Logistics of Logistics
AUGUST 1, 2024
Matt Harding and Joe Lynch discuss Greenscreens: benchmarking for shipper success. Matt is Chief Technology Officer at Greenscreens.ai , a freight-tech company on a mission to rock the freight world through accurate predictions, actionable insights and cutting-edge technology. Summary: Greenscreens: Benchmarking for Shipper Success Discover how technology is revolutionizing the shipping industry in this insightful podcast.
Being Adaptive Drives Resiliency and Margins in Collaborative Supply Chain Networks (CSCN)
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 1, 2024
Changes are inevitable. One way by which we may have to change is our coffee drinking habits. According to Bloomberg , the coffee supply chain is struggling with constrained supply and increase in prices is inevitable. In today’s dynamic business environment, disruptions like material shortages or changing customer preferences can cripple your bottom line.
Walmart and IKEA: Drone Delivery vs. Drones in the Warehouse
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 26, 2024
Lots of news last week about the use of drones in supply chain and logistics operations. As reported by Joann Muller at Axios, “Walmart and drone delivery partner DroneUp are ending drone delivery in three states to focus on perfecting the airborne package delivery service in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.” “We’re really focusing on automation, Read more The post Walmart and IKEA: Drone Delivery vs.
Predatory towing under fire, tow industry defended, before FMCSA
Overdrive Online
AUGUST 9, 2024
FMCSA asked for input on efforts to combat predatory towing, and increasing transparency in tow fees. The agency got an earful of from truck owners, with towing horror stories, and more commentary defending the towing industry.
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
August 14, 2024 Update
Freightos
AUGUST 14, 2024
Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home August 14, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.
Turvo Appoints Vilas Madapurmath as Chief Technology Officer
Food Logistics
AUGUST 15, 2024
Personnel updates sees new appointments at Fleet Advantage, Target and more.
Building Resilient Sales Teams with Nick Klingensmith
The Logistics of Logistics
AUGUST 27, 2024
Nick Klingensmith and Joe Lynch discuss building resilient sales teams. Nick is the Founder and CEO of Stride Motivation , a company dedicated to transforming lives through inspiring keynote speeches and mindset coaching. Nick is an expert at helping achievement-driven professionals and leaders to overcome fear and rejection and push past self-limiting doubts.
Logistics and Supply Chain News (August 5th- 9th 2024)
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 9, 2024
Over the past week and a half, the 2024 Paris Olympics have been underway, showcasing exemplary talent, strength, and dedication from athletes across the globe. The Paris Olympics boasts a spectator capacity of over 300,000, with the city expected to welcome an astounding 15 million visitors, including 2 million international visitors, all drawn to the world’s largest sporting event.
How To Set Up Innovation So That It Aligns With And Enables Corporate Strategy
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
How Nortera Modernized Its Logistics Operations with a Transportation Management System
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 13, 2024
Nortera, a leading manufacturer of frozen and canned vegetables in North America, was struggling to maintain a complex logistics network with decentralized data and intensive manual processes. Additionally, burdened by insufficient visibility into logistics operations and a lack of coordinated strategy, the company was lagging behind the rest of the industry.
Carrier vetting gone wild: $300 service fee just to get paid?
Overdrive Online
AUGUST 8, 2024
After successfully completing a load, a carrier found the broker required them to sign up for a $300 vetting service owned by the same broker. Turns out it was a mistake -- and an instructive one at that, highlighting the value in broker-carrier trust.
When a Giant Falls: Yellow Corporation’s Exit and Its Impact on the LTL Industry
Trinity Logistics
AUGUST 23, 2024
If you’ve worked in the LTL industry for any bit of time, then you know that it’s always changing. Yes, sometimes that means it gets a bit more complicated. Rates adjust. Rules and processes are modified. Despite all this, there is usually one constant – the core LTL carriers we work with. Yet, in 2023, that changed; we saw the departure of the legacy LTL carrier known as Yellow Corporation.
What to Look for in a Cold Chain 3PL: Ensuring Product Integrity Throughout the Supply Chain
West Coast and California Logistics
AUGUST 22, 2024
When it comes to moving temperature-sensitive products through the supply chain, the stakes couldn't be higher. Whether you're shipping foods and beverages, confectionery products or other perishable goods, maintaining the correct temperature throughout your product’s travels is vital. Choosing the right cold chain 3PL to manage these moves can make all the difference.
10 Practical Steps To Reduce Scope 3 Emissions
Advertiser: GEP
Scope 3 emissions – which account for 70 – 80% of an organization’s emissions – are complex and multifaceted. They form the bulk of an organization’s environmental impact. It’s no surprise that enterprises still struggle to track and manage these emissions. '10 Practical Steps to Reduce Scope 3 Emissions' guides you through the essential phases of identifying, analyzing, and mitigating these emissions.
Cyber Threats and Solutions in the Supply Chain with Joe Ohr
The Logistics of Logistics
AUGUST 29, 2024
Joe Ohr and Joe Lynch discuss cyber threats and solutions in the supply chain. Joe Ohr is the Chief Operating Officer at The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) , a nonprofit membership organization that represents the interests of less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers. Summary: Cyber Threats and Solutions in the Supply Chain Joe Ohr and Joe Lynch discuss cyber threats and solutions in the supply chain.
Build a Digital Playbook Beyond Scenarios to Thrive in Uncertainty
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 15, 2024
Today’s supply chains are fraught with uncertainties across demand and supply yet are tasked with adding incremental value to their organizations while also meeting commercial, working capital and sustainability goals. This balancing act is a challenge even in the best of times. However, far too many companies are stuck because traditional planning methods that rely on static, one-number plans fall short in this demanding and dynamic landscape.
[Editor’s Pick] Bank on It: How Supply Chain Finance Supports Today’s Strategic Priorities
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 19, 2024
Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This recent post by Heidi Benko from Infor’s blog discusses why supply chain finance is becoming important, how it works, and its.
Major load board outsourcing customer service: What truckers can expect
Overdrive Online
AUGUST 5, 2024
Layoffs and outsourcing restructure the Truckstop load board service; CEO Kendra Tucker said she's hopeful for improved customer service and more with a new carrier-support team in Texas, and internal and broker-facing support teams overseas.
EROAD’s Guide to Running a Sustainable Trucking Business
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Over the last three decades, emissions from new trucks have been reduced by more than 98 percent. In fact, it would take 60 of today’s trucks to generate the same level of emissions from a single truck in 1988. Despite these impressive improvements, many trucking businesses continue to seek methods to achieve sustainability goals in a viable, measurable way.
Watch: Are Americans Ready for Autonomous Grocery Delivery?
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 18, 2024
Jeremy Michalek, professor of engineering and public policy at Carnegie Mellon University, reveals the results of a survey that tracked consumer sentiment toward various grocery delivery methods, including the use of autonomous vehicles and equipment.
Happening Now: Record heat tough on truckers
West Coast and California Logistics
AUGUST 12, 2024
Hauling large amounts of cargo is always challenging, but this summer’s record-breaking temperatures and extreme weather have made it even more difficult for truckers, forcing them into dangerous driving conditions and delaying shipments. According to FreightWaves , the extreme heat has caused major highways in several states to buckle and close, while increased temperatures have led to higher traffic congestion and a surge in car breakdowns, further complicating travel.
Shelf Ready Solutions: Jarrett’s Logistics Expertise with Mike Jarrett
The Logistics of Logistics
AUGUST 6, 2024
Mike Jarrett and Joe Lynch discuss shelf ready solutions: Jarrett’s logistics expertise. Mike is the Founder of Jarrett Logistics , a leading 3PL providing transportation and logistics solutions Summary: Shelf Ready Solutions: Jarrett’s Logistics Expertise In this insightful new podcast, host Joe Lynch engages with logistics expert Mike Jarrett, CEO of Jarrett Logistics, to explore the ever-evolving world of retail supply chain management and its increasing challenges.
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