Sat.May 12, 2018 - Fri.May 18, 2018

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Lack of Warehouse Space: a Threat and an Opportunity

Bringg

As online retail skyrockets, the need for warehouse spacing is booming. As demand for storage increases drastically, warehouse space simply can’t keep up with market needs – something which opens up opportunities for industry growth and modernization. A recent report from CBRE highlights the fact that although one billion sq. ft. of modern warehouse space was built over the past 10 years across the US, this accounts for only 11% of the country’s total warehouse inventory (9.1 billion sq. f

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Amazon pushes dedicated truck operation; will it suck oxygen out of the driver room?

DC Velocity

E-tailer eyeing partnerships with fleets of three or more trucks to haul between DCs.

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Entering New Logistics Markets with Steve Elwell

The Logistics of Logistics

download the audio file. Podcast Summary: Welcome to the first episode of The Logistics of Logistics podcast! Today, host Joe Lynch interviews Steve Elwell , a consultant and an executive who helps businesses improve sales revenue. Over the course of his career, he launched over 30 products and services in industrial B2B and technology markets. He has been a CEO of 5 professional service, manufacturing, and technology companies.

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Supply Chain Execs Still See Role as Support Instead of Growth Enabler

Material Handling and Logistics

Supply chain executives should take no comfort in being categorized as a support function. They need to ensure that their supply chain function ensures the sustained growth of their organizations. It turns out that many chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) are not leveraging their C-suite counterparts to help reinvent the supply chain function and transform it into an engine of new growth models and customer experiences, according to new research from Accenture.

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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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Why “Y’all” Should Consider An Atlanta Distribution Center

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

When it comes to fast and cost-effective fulfillment, there are numerous reasons why Atlanta, Georgia should be on your mind. Home to nearly 6 million people, it’s the country’s ninth-largest metropolitan statistical area, not to mention the Southeast’s leading commercial and logistics hub. Want to know more? Here are 10 fun facts collected from the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, the Georgia Department of Economic Development, and other notable experts about why an Atlanta distribution cente

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The story behind the 13-truck suicide lineup

Fleet Owner

At around 1 a.m. on April 24, police received a call that a man was threatening to jump off the Coolidge Highway overpass onto I-696 in Metro Detroit.

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Auto Supplier Relations Not All That Sunny

Material Handling and Logistics

“The erratic up-and-down year-over-year trend lines suggest that these automakers either don’t have a comprehensive supplier relations program in place, or their programs are poorly executed, and it’s costing them hundreds of millions of dollars because suppliers contribute about 60% to an automaker’s gross profits,” said John Henke, president of Planning Perspectives.

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Foodservice Distributors Adapt to Consumer Trends

Food Logistics

Changing tastes have created myriad opportunities for logistics providers.

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Report: mobile robot revenue to reach $7 billion by 2022

DC Velocity

Logistics fastest growing vertical market, demanding automation to handle e-commerce and omnichannel, Interact Analysis says.

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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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Rising e-commerce sales mean more returns

Fleet Owner

"The growth of e-commerce has changed when and how consumers return gifts.

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The Wide World of Forklifts

Material Handling and Logistics

A look at the many and varied makes and models of forklifts on display at the CeMAT 2018 exhibition.

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How to make S&OP meetings a highlight in your team’s calendar

AIMMS

Sales and Operations Plan ning has become a standard process to improve business performance, collaboration and predictability. In fact, it’s become internalized to a degree that companies often have several (competing) S&OP pro cesses in different geographies & business units. Why is it that despite its popularity, only 42% of companies rate their S&OP process as effective?

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Oracle releases artificial intelligence (AI) applications for manufacturing

DC Velocity

Software finds patterns and makes predictions by analyzing data from IT platforms and IoT sensors.

Data 161
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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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Volvo dedicates VNL 760 to America’s Road Team

Fleet Owner

NEWPORT, RI. Four of this year’s American Trucking Association’s (ATA) America’s Road Team captains have 11.5 million accident-free driving miles and more than 117 years of commercial driving experience among them.

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FedEx's Smith Sees Blockchain as `Next Frontier' for Logistics

Material Handling and Logistics

FedEx’s interest in blockchain and IoT are part of the company’s strategy to improve customer service and fend off competition, CEO says.

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Trucking market continues to head in right direction, says FTR

Logistics Management

The current outlook for the trucking sector remains very strong, with no immediate change in sight at the moment, according to the most recent edition of the Trucking Conditions Index (TCI) issued by freight transportation consultancy FTR this week.

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Sprint opens online marketplace for IoT tools

DC Velocity

Website offers Internet of Things applications for businesses of all sizes, company says.

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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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Five common myths about engine oil

Fleet Owner

What does the W really stand for? Do you have to change your oil every 3,000 miles? Does synthetic oil cause leaks? With the help of Cenex, learn about what's real and what's not when it comes to engine oils.

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Small-Batch Production Cart

Material Handling and Logistics

Creform Corp. has developed a cart to support small-batch production of parts through a multi-stage manufacturing process.

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Note to CEOs: Transportation and Supply Chain Issues are Demanding a Place at the Table

Logistics Management

Over the past couple of months, the Wall Street Journal has published several articles that indicate CEOs are “suddenly” discovering that transportation and supply chain issues can drastically impact their profitability. When CEOs from large companies like John Deere, Tyson Foods, and General Mills publicly state that their financial performance has been hurt by increased transportation costs, it gets people’s attention.

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FedEx tests blockchain for cargo tracking

DC Velocity

Technology is "the next frontier" for supply chain operations, CEO Smith says.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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When it comes to fuel efficiency, maintenance matters

Fleet Owner

Good fuel economy starts with a good preventive maintenance program.

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This Week in Logistics News (May 14-18, 2018)

Talking Logistics

I’ve been on the road the past three weeks attending various supply chain chain and logistics conferences, and while the discussions inside the hotel ballrooms have focused on industry trends like blockchain and the state of the transportation market, the discussions outside — which I was completely oblivious to until this morning when I drove my kids to school — have been centered on a single question: Yanny or Laurel ?

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US Factory Production Shows Broad-Based Gain Outside Autos

Material Handling and Logistics

The results bolster the view that the industry, along with consumer spending, will contribute to a projected second-quarter rebound in economic growth. U.S. factory production regained its footing in April to push capacity utilization to the highest since 2015, indicating the industry will support economic growth this quarter, Federal Reserve data showed Wednesday.

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Toyota Industries acquires Peach State Integrated Technologies

DC Velocity

Forklift leader to run consultancy as unit of Bastian Solutions division. Move beefs up Toyota's North American e-commerce capabilities.

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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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April freight volume was the strongest April on record

Fleet Owner

DAT Freight Index: Spot market truckload volume dips seasonally but the flatbed market and better weather powers first full month of spring.

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Is M&A Success Possible Without Digital Transformation?

Talking Logistics

The last several years have seen record-breaking Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) activity in many key process manufacturing markets, making some wonder what the future will hold. Will these organizations turn their attention to optimizing their recent acquisitions and focus on organic growth opportunities or will they focus on further M&A activity?

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Accelerating Business Growth And Lowering Cost With Data Analytics

Blue Grace Logistics

Too many companies are experiencing transportation and freight expenses as one of their top three costs. Smaller companies feel the pinch the most. They typically incur greater logistics costs than medium and large sized companies, as do companies that sell lower product value goods. In a recent survey, 32% of online retailers expected logistics and delivery to be their biggest cost this year.