LandLink
OCTOBER 30, 2019
The boom in online stores is increasing the demand for parcel delivery services, particularly in the big cities. New York, Chicago and Los Angeles are experiencing serious traffic issues due to the amount of parcel delivery vans clogging the city streets. Add to this the number of ride share drivers in any metropolitan area daily and it is easy to see how things are getting congested.
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 29, 2019
Every decade or so, the business world invents another term for how it extracts managerial and decision-making value from computerized data. In the 1970s the favored term was decision support system, accurately reflecting the importance of a decision-centered approach to data analysis. In the early ’80s, executive information systems were the preferred nomenclature, which addressed […].
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Material Handling and Logistics
NOVEMBER 1, 2019
Rates are falling across North America after two years of increases. Spot demand, which excludes long-term freight contracts, plummeted 27% through Oct.
Kuebix
OCTOBER 30, 2019
At their core, transportation management systems (TMS) help shippers perform logistics management functions like rating, booking and tracking. These functions help save companies money, improve efficiency and keep data stored in one place for strategic decision making. However, transportation management systems aren’t only limited to rating and booking.
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Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 28, 2019
Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published today, “Gaining a Competitive Edge Through VAS: Key insights to help 3PLs leverage value-added services as a competitive differentiator.” The research, conducted by Adelante SCM and commissioned by Nulogy, was conducted to explore the strategic importance and growth opportunity of value-added services (VAS).
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Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Are you ready for what’s coming next in the supply chain? MH&L’s Editorial Advisory Board will help you prepare for the future.
Kuebix
NOVEMBER 1, 2019
In today’s market, shipping is one of the biggest expenses for any shipper, growing at a rate of over 5% per year, depending on the lane. There are many variables that go into freight costs, including mode, service level and carrier. Manually trying to lower freight spend can be challenging, not to mention extremely time-consuming. Leveraging […].
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 29, 2019
The pilot program will allow a limited number of individuals between the ages of 18 and 20 to operate large trucks in interstate commerce.
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Digital technology continues to drive corporations to reshape its logistics and supply chain. These companies are motivated to embrace the digital revolution, investing millions of dollars in these technologies. Business Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity (VUCA) In today’s VUCA world, corporate leaders instead of focusing on competition, have to make a shift move adopting a new […].
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Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 31, 2019
To increase supply chain security, the FDA is asking drug companies to invest in new production technologies that could help return some manufacturing to the U.S.
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 29, 2019
Shippers and third-party logistics providers (3PLs) face significant challenges tracking in-transit cargo due to a lack of status updates between ports. While this isn’t a new problem, the complexity of today’s modern supply chains – multi-carrier, multi-mode shipments, multi-leg, shipments crossing several countries’ borders – has exacerbated the scenario.
Commercial Carrier Journal
NOVEMBER 1, 2019
Electrification is one of the biggest trend drivers in trucking right now, but at one of the industry’s largest trade shows this week it was riding sidecar to hydrogen. Electrification is a little further head in practicality than hydrogen depending on application, but it’s hard to make a long haul case for an electric truck […].
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 27, 2019
One of the most significant revolution of the logistics industry is the emergence of a new generation of logistics service providers, called fourth party logistics (4PL).The 4PL involves not only the management of a client’s supply chain, but also the development and improvement of their supply chain strategy. 3PL service providers offer far more tactical […].
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Freightquote
OCTOBER 28, 2019
You don’t have to hire additional personnel to successfully ship freight. Find out how working with Freightquote makes this a reality.
Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 31, 2019
New state law may not survive court challenge.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 31, 2019
The path to electrification is a complex prospect for customers, which is why Navistar formed the NEXT mobility Solution business unit.
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 27, 2019
Intermodal freight transport involves the transportation of freight in an intermodal container or vehicle, using multiple modes of transportation (e.g., rail, ship, and truck), without any handling of the freight itself when changing modes. The method reduces cargo handling, and so improves security, reduces damage and loss, and allows freight to be transported faster.
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United World Transporation
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Last week, we posted about shifting into winter and making sure you have your chains ready. Chain requirements go into effect tomorrow! If you are new to trucking, this might be your first winter on the road. There are many resources available with great tips to ensure that you and your truck stay safe for winter driving. Check out our top 10 below. 1.
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 28, 2019
The report, entitled, “Logistics Activity Trending Toward Sustainable Growth, highlighted key findings from the Prologis IBI, which is a quarterly survey of customer sentiment.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 29, 2019
Volvo Trucks North America’s newest truck will roll out in 2020; the OEM is also adding a FlowBelow package to tractors as its electric HD truck becomes reality.
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Lean six sigma is a process improvement methodology that uses facts, data and statistical analysis for improving quality, productivity, profitability and market competitiveness for any corporation. Lean six sigma helps to achieve supply chain efficiency and effectiveness by delivering goods and services at the lowest cost by having the right inventory processes on hand, easily […].
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Overdrive Online
OCTOBER 31, 2019
A look at the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association's commentary on FMCSA's hours of service proposal. It closely mirrors what I've heard from so many truckers who remember the split-sleeper-berth rules of days gone by. Namely, that's something along these lines: "Let us split as we see fit." .
Commercial Carrier Journal
OCTOBER 30, 2019
In the wake of Ray Martinez' abrupt departure as head of FMCSA, it now seems likely the agency could be left without a permanent administrator for years, should recent history act as a barometer.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 28, 2019
Company also announces two electric-related partnerships with OEMs.
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 30, 2019
As the world becomes more integrated through globalization, it becomes increasingly difficult for aerospace companies to grow and expand through the use of traditional business running methods. This is especially so when aerospace companies today have become multinational and increasingly dependent on a global supply chain. The aerospace global supply chain is multilayered, complex and […].
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Overdrive Online
OCTOBER 28, 2019
Clifford Petersen on the All Truckers Together Against Child Abuse (or ATTACA) group, with an anti-child abuse mission, founded by Western Flyer Express' Rodney Timms: "We connected for less than three minutes on the phone. yet I knew right away I had to do something to help his cause. Like Rodney, I grew up in the home of an abusive father.".
NGT News
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has announced a milestone of more than 100 trucks now powered by its Redeem renewable natural gas (RNG) at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach in Southern California. The port trucking companies use the ultra-low-NOx Cummins Westport (CWI) ISX12N engine, fueled by Redeem. The ISX12N is certified by California […]. The post More Than 100 RNG-Powered Trucks Operating at L.A., Long Beach Ports appeared first on NGT News.
Freightquote
OCTOBER 28, 2019
Today’s freight shippers rely on powerful digital technologies designed to accelerate efficiency. Learn how these new technologies are impacting the shipping industry.
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